“What? This… this… this can’t be right!”
Seeing this scene before him, the blond felt like the sky had collapsed.
He admitted that he was inferior to Mo Li in many ways.
But there was no need to be so biased.
At this moment, Barbara didn't have any of the air of a national idol.
Anyone could see that her coy, little-girl demeanor was a sign of something.
【Kaeya: No way, another one has fallen?】
【Kaveh: This doesn't make sense! They've never even met!】
【Aragaki Itto: There's such a huge difference between Mo Li and the Traveler. Barbara is actively asking for time alone with him! Oh, sorry, sorry, no offense, is this something that can be said?】
【Kuki Shinobu: ... Traveler, don't take it to heart. You know how our boss is, he doesn't mean any harm.】
【Aether: ...】
【Tartaglia: I still can't understand, this isn't scientific!】
【The Woman: It's actually not that complicated. A fervent believer in the Anemo Archon, witnessing the Anemo Archon's messenger bravely battling a dragon and saving the city. He also implemented major reforms, strengthening Mondstadt's influence. Such a young hero! It's only natural for a girl to develop feelings for him!】
【Shenhe: I didn't expect Master to have so much experience in this area?】
【The Woman: This has always been an area where Master excels! It's just a pity... no one consulted me!】
Mo Li was somewhat surprised that this bird had figured it out!
But their explanation was indeed reasonable.
Mo Li's current influence in Mondstadt and his identity were always a dimensional strike for the fervent believer, Barbara.
Looking at Barbara, with her eyes full of anticipation.
Mo Li tapped her head.
"At your age, you still have the energy for this?"
"Mondstadt is in such a critical situation!"
"Sigh... alright, alright! I'll keep you company for a little while!"
Upon hearing the first part of his words, Barbara felt like the sky had collapsed.
She was being reprimanded by the most respected God's messenger, her eyes instinctively turning red.
But after hearing the latter half, she immediately burst into laughter.
Venti held the Skyward Harp in his hands, not knowing what to say.
Was he really the Anemo Archon?
This... this... this rhythm is all wrong!
"Mondstadtians are so biased!"
Thus, a certain Anemo Archon commented.
...
"Lord, I recently wrote a song!"
"It's written just for you!"
"I've been waiting for the right opportunity..."
Barbara's voice was barely audible.
It was hard to imagine a national idol behaving so coyly.
What made things even harder for the audience to accept was that...
Mo Li currently had a look of impatience on his face.
【Xiangling: This preferential treatment is too much! Now I finally realize that the title of Anemo Archon's messenger is a massive boost!】
【Mondstadt Citizens: Damn it! Let's just bring back the blond from before! At least he wouldn't steal our Barbara!】
【The Blond: ...】
【Mo Li: It's just a trick, really. All I can say is that Mondstadtians have a strong faith in their gods.】
【Venti: Hmm, were you just complimenting me? Are you sure you're complimenting me?】
Venti was instantly astonished.
Mo Li, with his temperament, would actually praise someone? That's something.
To receive his praise was a huge deal.
But soon, Venti felt something was wrong.
No, this isn't right, as a god, receiving praise from a human, why am I feeling so honored?
Good heavens.
"I wonder when I'll be able to see Lord again?"
Looking at Mo Li's departing back, Barbara stared with adoration.
She had grabbed his sleeve today, she decided, this hand wouldn't be washed for three days, because it had his scent!
Now everyone finally knows what a crazed fan is.
The frustrating thing is, you're a crazed fan of their crazed fan.
Why do I suddenly feel like a cow?
Many Mondstadtians have already gone to line up at the statue of the Anemo Archon.
"The God's messenger is so busy!"
As soon as he stepped out the door, he saw Venti, who was sourly looking at him.
Even if he was tolerant and didn't care about these things, being treated so differently still made the Anemo Archon a little upset.
But Mo Li just gave him a light glance.
"I didn't gain everyone's recognition because I became the Anemo Archon's messenger!"
"It's because those who gain everyone's recognition are able to become the Anemo Archon's messenger!"
These words caused the scene to fall into silence.
Especially Venti, who was still a little upset just now, instantly became full of shame.
Yes, all of Mo Li's treatment was earned through his hard work and sincere efforts.
Compared to himself, who had completely abandoned Mondstadt for over 1000 years and had never done anything for the people.
What does he have to be dissatisfied with?
【Jean: Well said! It's not that one becomes the Acting Grand Master after gaining everyone's recognition! It's that one gains everyone's recognition, then becomes a qualified Acting Grand Master! Mr. Mo Li's thinking is really something we can't reach! I've decided, this will be my life's creed!】
【Aragaki Itto: I have to admit it! This level of thinking, I truly admire!】
【Keqing: These words are truly insightful, I've learned something, I've learned something!】
【Furiina: Is it really that exaggerated? I don't understand anything!】
Venti, who was in the audience before, also fell into silence.
At first, he had just been watching it as a joke.
But looking back now, the comparison between the Traveler and the Mondstadt of both worlds is like night and day.
"Perhaps, the world really needs an Anemo Archon's messenger!"
"A completely free city-state does not mean complete abandonment!"
Venti's body began to unconsciously release Anemo elements, as if he had realized something terrifying.
...
"Alright! Next, we need to gather some intelligence!"
"I suspect that Dvalin's rampage is connected to the Abyss Order!"
Venti's face immediately became serious again.
After all, Dvalin is currently suffering in constant pain.
"Gathering information..."
Mo Li nodded in agreement.
Intelligence is crucial at any time.
"Okay, how do we gather it?"
"Wait... it's not just the two of us, right?"
Faced with Mo Li's question, Venti could only awkwardly nod.
To be honest, it was a little embarrassing, the mighty Anemo Archon currently had no one he could use.
As long as he doesn't show up, the Knights of Favonius are even talking about eliminating the Stormterror.
Mo Li was speechless.
However, he didn't intend to personally gather any intelligence.
With a wave of his hand, endless gusts of wind suddenly swirled around him.
At the same time, the massive statue of the Anemo Archon in the center of Mondstadt City instantly lit up.
From the center of the statue, a violent burst of energy began to spread throughout the city.
"Three minutes!"
"Knights of Favonius, assemble!"