Chapter 133 – Alcor

Wuwang Hill.

At this moment, a group of Fatui and the Damselette, along with Hu Tao and the others, were looking at each other amicably.

“Well, then it’s settled.”

“Lord Qiu Bai, this Seelie that was separated from me.”

The Damselette looked at Qiu Bai before her.

A small sphere appeared in her hand, emitting a white light, floating in her palm.

It looked a bit like a tangyuan—round and plump, with a little tail at the end.

It seemed quite adorable.

“If Lord Qiu Bai and Lord Zhongli, along with the others, wish to come.”

“You can just give this little Seelie’s tail a tug.”

The Damselette smiled as she spoke to the group before her.

“I understand.”

“If there’s a chance, I’ll definitely visit Snezhnaya.”

Qiu Bai looked at the Damselette before him and nodded with a smile.

“Then we’ll take our leave now.”

“My subordinates caused such a big trouble, I’m truly sorry.”

The Damselette looked at Hu Tao before her and bowed her head apologetically.

“Leaving already?”

“Weren’t you looking for fragments?”

Qiu Bai looked at the Damselette before him, somewhat puzzled.

“No, no need.”

“Now that I’ve met you, there’s no need to continue searching for fragments.”

The Damselette’s face flushed slightly as she spoke to Qiu Bai.

How could a girl just say she admires you so much?

“Well then.”

“Goodbye, Columbina.”

Qiu Bai looked somewhat oddly at the blushing girl.

“Hehe, goodbye, Columbina!”

“If you have time, come find me at the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor to play!”

Hu Tao looked at the Damselette and immediately hugged her.

“Mhm, goodbye, Sister Hu Tao.”

The Damselette looked at Hu Tao, her face tinged with a blush.

Although she was much, much older than Hu Tao, this Director Hu before her deserved to be called “sister.” After all, who else could recruit four deities as subordinates?

Moreover, she was quite intrigued by this fiery, passionate girl before her.

The Damselette waved at everyone, her face slightly flushed.

“Goodbye, everyone.”

“Looking forward to meeting you again in Snezhnaya.”

Lei Chui looked at the group and said with a smile.

Then, he followed the Damselette and walked out of Wuwang Hill.

“Hah, I never expected that among the subordinates of the Tsaritsa.”

“There would be such polite members of the Fatui.”

Zhongli crossed his arms, watching the retreating figures of the Fatui, and spoke with a smile.

“After all, they are proper soldiers.”

“And personally taught by the pure-hearted Damselette.”

Qiu Bai looked at the Damselette’s petite figure, then turned to Zhongli with a smile.

“I could sense it.”

“That girl named Columbina, her heart is as pure as an angel’s.”

Qiu Yue looked at Zhongli and Qiu Bai and said with a smile.

“Not bad.”

“My impression of Snezhnaya wasn’t great before, but now it’s improved.”

Azhdaha placed his hands on his hips and said with a laugh.

“Five hundred years ago, the Cryo Archon.”

“Wasn’t like this.”

Zhongli closed his eyes slightly and sighed.

“Since the matter is resolved.”

“Let’s head back.”

Qiu Bai turned around and looked at the group, speaking with a smile.

“Okay, okay, we met such an incredible big shot.”

“And she’s even a Harbinger of the Fatui.”

Hu Tao grinned, grabbing the hem of Qiu Bai’s clothes with one hand, frantically hinting with her eyes.

Seeing Hu Tao like this, Qiu Bai twitched the corner of his mouth.

“Everyone, hold on to me.”

“It’s time to head back.”

Qiu Bai looked at the group and said with a smile.

Zhongli, Azhdaha, and Qiu Yue all nodded, stepping forward to grasp the hem of Qiu Bai’s clothes.

In an instant, the group vanished from the spot, reappearing moments later at the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor.

“Oh my goodness!”

The sudden appearance of the group startled the Funeral Parlor Assistant.

“Don’t be scared, Assistant.”

“It’s just us!”

Hu Tao suddenly popped out from behind Qiu Bai, smiling at the Funeral Parlor Assistant.

“Oh, it’s Director Hu.”

“You really gave me a fright just now.”

The Funeral Parlor Assistant patted her chest and took a deep breath.

“Ah, it’s been a long day.”

“This Director is going out for a good meal.”

Hu Tao stretched, yawning as she spoke.

“Old-timer, are you coming?”

“Don’t worry, this time it’s my treat.”

Hu Tao jumped up and patted Zhongli’s shoulder, grinning playfully.

“Of course, I’ll join you.”

Zhongli looked at the adorable Hu Tao with a hint of fondness in his tone.

“What about you all?”

“Qiu Bai, Azhdaha, and Qiu Yue, are you coming too?”

Hu Tao turned her head, looking at the three of them with a smile.

“You go ahead, I’m not hungry.”

“I need to prepare—I’ll be heading to Inazuma soon.”

Qiu Bai looked at the cute Hu Tao and explained.

“So soon? Well, we’ll go ahead then.”

“Oh, and Qiu Bai, don’t forget to promote my business!”

Just as Hu Tao was about to push the door open, she seemed to remember something and turned back to remind Qiu Bai.

“Don’t worry, Director Hu.”

“I definitely will.”

Qiu Bai looked at the lively and adorable Hu Tao, smiling as he spoke.

“Goodbye, brother!”

“Mr. Zhongli will be taking us to Mondstadt in a little while.”

Qiu Yue also turned around and said to Qiu Bai with a smile.

“Ah, human delicacies.”

“I should go savor them properly. I’ll be off now, Morpheus.”

Azhdaha stretched, patted Qiu Bai’s shoulder, and walked out as well.

The Funeral Parlor Assistant followed Hu Tao and the others out, leaving Qiu Bai alone in the room.

“Hmm… Let’s see, by now…”

“Lumine should be heading to Beidou’s place.”

A faint smile appeared on Qiu Bai’s lips as he vanished in an instant.

When he reappeared, he was already aboard Beidou’s Alcor.

“Wow, this place is huge.”

Qiu Bai looked around the ship curiously—it was far larger than in the game, almost resembling a full-sized ocean liner.

Seagulls soared in the sky, and sunlight shone upon the azure sea, creating a scene of utter tranquility.

“Time to find Lumine.”

“And hitch a ride on Beidou’s ship.”

Qiu Bai smiled slightly and made his way toward the upper deck.

The spot where he had just stood was empty—had anyone been there, his sudden appearance would surely have startled them.

As he stepped onto the deck, he saw many Liyue sailors and tourists from other nations gathered there.

Walking further onto the deck, he spotted Lumine and Paimon heading toward Beidou.

Seeing this, Qiu Bai followed.

“Hmm? You… I remember you.”

“You’re the Traveler who fought against the Fatui and Osial, right?”

Beidou looked at the approaching Lumine and said with a smile.

“And you, you’re Mr. Qiu Bai from the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor, correct?”

“Ningguang has mentioned you to me.”

Beidou turned her head and saw another handsome, scholarly-looking man approaching her.