Genshin Impact's Incense Burner Of Liyue.

The sky flashed with a greenish glow as the Conqueror of Demons vanished. Gu Sanqiu finally regained some energy. After tidying up the dishes and placing them on a tray, he sighed.

"Go to bed, sis. Staying up late to work overtime will wear you out, and that's no good."

"Alright, I suppose it's time for some rest."

Ningguang glanced at Gu Sanqiu, her expression tinged with concern. "Are you sure you're okay? You looked like you were on the brink earlier. Don't end up with some hidden injury."

"Nope, just overexertion. Hidden injuries? Not happening."

Considering his diet, which included high-grade elixirs and tonics over the years, his body—practically a walking medicine jar with well-defined abs—was resilient enough. Yet, getting so exhausted that Brother Xiao had to carry him to the Jade Chamber? That was pushing it.

Among the people he knew, probably only that Albaster Alchemist could endure such a level of drain.

Gu Sanqiu absentmindedly set the tableware aside, planning to take them home for cleaning the next day. It's not like the Jade Chamber would miss two bowls.

Placing his hands firmly on Ningguang's shoulders, he began steering his sister toward her room.

"Come on, time to rest. You've been up all night waiting for me. I'll handle the leftover documents and guarantee they'll be done exactly the way you would."

"Oh? Think you can manage?"

"You're my sister. Mimicking you is child's play."

Gu Sanqiu grinned cockily. "Go to sleep, go to sleep! Staying up late is a beauty killer, especially for a lady."

"And you're not worried?"

"First, I'm not a lady. Second, I'm so handsome that even with slightly rough skin, I'd still be a ruggedly charming young man. That's when the male advantage shines."

After ensuring Ningguang was in bed, Gu Sanqiu used elemental energy to craft an intricate lock for her door—one that even the sharpest spy couldn't bypass.

Yes, to protect his gorgeous sister from any unscrupulous subordinates attempting a midnight assault.

"Once these few days are over, I might finally catch a break."

Gu Sanqiu ruffled his hair. "Damn, there are still files to handle today. Are the folks at Yuehai Pavilion insane?"

"Oh, wait, tomorrow's workload might be even heavier."

After all, he'd stirred up quite the storm. If the subordinates didn't react, that would be truly bizarre.

Reopening the Shrine of the Conqueror of Demons or adding the Gu Family Patriarch to the "Liyue Security Blacklist" were just some of the inevitable discussions.

Setting those thoughts aside, he reminded himself to talk to Ningguang tomorrow about the Millelith's newfound abilities resembling recorded manifestations. If possible, he needed to secure those soldiers under his command. There was no way he'd let them fall into the hands of corrupt loafers.

Ink left bold strokes across the paper as he tackled the documents. Using such skillful penmanship for mere corrections felt wasteful, but it was efficient.

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At dawn, Gu Sanqiu leaped from the Jade Chamber, wings of wind unfurling as he yawned his way toward Wanmin Restaurant. Along the way, he almost collided with a bird rushing past.

The hazards of fatigued flight.

"Has he left?"

Bai Shi bowed respectfully to Ningguang. "Yes, Lady Ningguang. Xiangjun dropped off breakfast before leaving and asked that you join her for lunch at home."

"That boy…"

Ningguang's gaze softened as she noticed a playful doodle with an exaggerated cute face on the breakfast note, bringing a rare smile to her lips.

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"Yo, the busy man's back?"

Xingqiu strolled into the Gu courtyard, hands in his pockets. "I thought you were planning to monetize all those screens of yours."

"Well, technically, they could be used for that."

Xingqiu's eyes sparkled. "You mean I could display some GG ads and product info on them?"

"Sure, and depending on the foot traffic in Liyue Harbor and peak hours for different demographics, ad prices will vary."

Gu Sanqiu responded nonchalantly. "But we'll have to wait for my sister's team to finalize the details. Otherwise, the General Affairs Department might dismantle them in a couple of days."

"They wouldn't dare!"

Xingqiu's face twisted into mock anguish. "I'll contact my brother immediately and rally prominent merchants to submit proposals. This opportunity is too good to waste!"

"Don't tell me the Feiyun Commerce Guild plans to monopolize all the ad slots."

"Of course! With our variety of products, it'd be a crime not to seize this chance."

"Wait a second."

Xingqiu paused. "What do you mean by 'ad slots'? Are you saying those screens play other things too?"

"Yep. They'll also display updates on Liyue's policies, highlight the efforts of department workers, and document the Millelith's hardships. Ads will come afterward."

Gu Sanqiu shook his head. "And you can't hog all the slots. Otherwise, other merchants would cause an uproar and isolate your guild entirely."

"Let them try!"

Xingqiu slammed the table. "If we survive the isolation, the Feiyun Commerce Guild will dominate Liyue's trade. Like becoming the martial alliance leader in the jianghu—a legacy to surpass all!"

"Don't mind him," Chongyun said, pulling Xingqiu back into his seat. "Looks like he got scolded by his elders at home and is now mixing up business with martial fantasies."

"We came here for gossip, not to hear his ramblings. What's going on with you, Xingqiu?"

"Oh, right…" Xingqiu finally realized. "Sorry, Sanqiu, where were we? Please, continue."

"Continue my foot."

Gu Sanqiu poured fruit juice for them both. "Don't forget you're sitting in front of the descendant of a former Xuanmen leader. That's like your 'martial alliance leader.' But my family never sought to rule unchallenged. That's imperial work."

"If we had, I wouldn't have caused such a scene the other night."

"Caused a scene?"

Xingqiu blinked. "Your family led during your great-grandfather's era, right? Why still call yourselves leaders?"

"Oh, that logic I can explain."

Gu Sanqiu shrugged. "Since my family stepped down, there hasn't been a single sect in Minlin capable of uniting everyone. So now, everyone does their own thing, and disputes are resolved collectively."

"Following that logic, my family is still considered the Xuanmen leaders."

"But because we abdicated voluntarily, we're more like a retired emperor—without a successor."

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