“This matter doesn't really have much to do with me. When the Northland Bank entered Liyue, Keqing and I weren't yet the Seven Stars of Liyue.
At that time, I was still focused on making Mora.
By the time I became the Tianquan Star, the Northland Bank had already established a firm foothold. All I could do was monitor their activities as best I could.” Pausing for a moment, Ningguang continued with resolute determination, “
I admit that after becoming the Tianquan Star, I did use some of my authority to legally expand my assets significantly.
But in the presence of the Geo Archon, I, Ningguang, swear to donate all my wealth after my death.
I never intended to marry or have children. Liyue is my love, and those assets are my children.”
Seeing Ningguang's resolute expression, Mu Yang understood what she meant and smiled slightly, “I believe you. But have you ever considered the possibility of achieving immortality in the future?
For people from other worlds, immortality is not a problem.
They don't even experience any wear and tear.”
Ningguang's attitude was positive, and Mu Yang had no reason to doubt her sincerity. She wasn't the type to boast about donating all her wealth only to secretly transfer it away to avoid property taxes. She was genuine.
Mu Yang could sense it, and Morax could too.
“Immortality.” Mu Yang's words caused Ningguang to pause. As a woman, especially a beautiful one, she found it very difficult to resist the allure of immortality!
Quickly, Ningguang considered a terrifying possibility. In Liyue, she could live for fifty or sixty years.
With five or six decades, even seventy or eighty years, Ningguang was confident she could transform her Chamber of Commerce into a colossal enterprise.
But what if she expanded her business for centuries? It would be a behemoth. Would her mindset change? Would she want to expand into other nations? If they refused, would she even resort to war?
Ningguang had great confidence in her abilities. She believed that her business acumen would rank among the best in the history of Teyvat.
The mindset of those with limited lifespans and those who are immortal could differ significantly.
“It seems I need to make some changes.” After pondering for a moment, Ningguang sighed with a wry smile.
“The Northland Bank needs to be checked.” At this point, Zhongli spoke up, “Tianquan Star, please begin organizing the Liyue Bank during this period.
Currently, there are some money houses within Liyue whose operations are not going well. We can buy them out. Then, it won't be starting from scratch.
This Liyue Bank will be Liyue's official bank. I authorize you to take a portion of the profits as your share.”
“Yes!” Ningguang's eyes flickered slightly, understanding Zhongli's intentions. By establishing the Liyue Bank, she could utilize all its resources to develop it, and the potential profits would be immense. The benefits she received would be no less than those she gained from her own businesses.
However, Ningguang quickly pointed out, “Geo Archon, the Northland Bank has already taken root, and they have establishments in various nations. If we want to establish branches in other countries, it's not impossible, but collecting debts from those places could be troublesome. If some people exploit this loophole to cheat, it would also be a problem for us.”
As for creating an organization similar to the Fatui debt collectors, Ningguang wouldn't even consider it.
“It's alright. You can focus on developing Liyue for now.
I will later make contracts with the deities of other nations.
The previous banking model did have some loopholes that need to be addressed. This is related to Mora, which falls under my jurisdiction. I'm confident that other deities will give me this courtesy.” Zhongli's gaze was deep.
Zhongli was aware of these loopholes, but the Northland Bank had only recently arrived, and those issues hadn't occurred yet. He also wanted to see if the people of Liyue would discover these problems themselves. He knew that Snezhnaya also needed Mora, and Zhongli didn't mind sending some over secretly.
If the Northland Bank really absconded with the funds, he could simply create some more Mora when the time came.
As for inflation, that was impossible in Teyvat. Mora itself was an alchemical material, and the daily consumption was considerable.
Zhongli secretly supported the actions of the Tsaritsa, at least to a certain extent. If she ran off with the money, he couldn't force her to repay it. She could just make installment payments, right?
Even the Sustainer of Heavenly Principles probably wouldn't say anything.
However, the situation had changed now, and Zhongli felt he needed to do something.
“Yes!” Ningguang responded quickly.
“Geo Archon, what else do you need me to do?” Keqing claimed her love for Liyue was no less than Ningguang's. Ningguang was willing to donate all her wealth to Liyue after her death, but Keqing couldn't do that.
She wasn't a lone wolf. Marriage and children were things she would eventually have to do, not because she wanted to, but because of her family.
However, she would use her own methods to restrain her family's growth.
Donating all the family's wealth was something Keqing would consider, but her family wouldn't allow it!
“First, cooperate with Ningguang. Later, you'll need to lead your family in depositing Mora into the Liyue Bank.” Zhongli actually had a plan, but when he thought about the situation, he felt a sense of helplessness.
It wasn't time for that plan yet.
“Yes!” Keqing sighed helplessly.
The group quickly divided their tasks. Keqing, Ningguang, and Ganyu, understanding the situation, left the Guild Headquarters.
Only then did Zhongli ask Mu Yang, “If I'm not mistaken, your Guild Mall is different from ours, right?”
“You're too sharp! I can purchase Divine Cores, but they're rather expensive.” Mu Yang chuckled wryly.
“Divine Core!” Zhongli's heart churned with a storm of emotions.
“As long as I have enough points, I can become the second Geo Archon.
The Guild Mall seems to simulate and grant higher levels of power based on certain items.
Currently, there are three Divine Cores.” Mu Yang explained with a suggestive tone.