Travel through Teyvat and spend your life with Linghua

Chapter 178 Goodbye

Xinyang looked at the bustling scene inside the hall, feeling gratified and deeply grateful to Xingqiu. "Xingqiu, this is all thanks to you! Without your help and the help of all the authors, this branch hall wouldn't be as bustling as it is today."

Xingqiu waved his hand and said with a smile, "Xinyang, you're being too formal. Yaetang has always been run with respect and love for literature. I'm simply doing what I can. And the fact that Yaetang is so popular today is also the result of everyone's joint efforts."

Linghua also smiled and nodded. "Yes, everyone has worked hard during this period. But we can't slack off. We must continue to work hard to make Yaedou's reputation even more famous. So I was thinking, should we strike while the iron is hot and quickly cooperate with other bookstores, and even hold an essay competition?"

"If we cooperate, our Wangsheng Hall will be the first to participate." Walnut appeared out of nowhere.

Hu Tao then began to accuse him, saying, "How could you possibly open this business without my knowledge? I was even helping you with your plans yesterday."

Upon hearing this, Xin Yang quickly apologized with a smile, "Hu Tao, I really didn't mean to tell you the truth. I was just so busy with the opening today that I didn't have time to let you know. I'm really sorry."

Xingqiu chimed in, "That's right, Hu Tao, you're such a generous person. Please don't hold it against us. Besides, we'll have to count on you to help support the future of Yajō Hall."

Walnut crossed his arms and snorted, "Hmph, considering your sincerity, I won't bother with you for now. But let's make a deal, Wangshengtang has to be included in this collaboration. I've even thought about it. We can organize a joint promotion. For example, if you spend a certain amount of books at Yaetang, you'll get a discount from Wangshengtang. The second tablet will be half price. That's sure to attract a lot of people."

Xinyang was very upset after hearing this and asked, "Guess why I didn't invite you to open the business."

"Master Hu is really dedicated, but it is really difficult to combine funeral services and a bookstore. Moreover, if we do this, Wangsheng Hall will be making a loss. In my opinion, it would be better to give away special bookmarks with Wangsheng Hall printed on them. What do you think?" Xinyang said with a wry smile.

Upon hearing this, Hu Tao's eyes widened and she shouted in dissatisfaction, "Xinyang, don't underestimate this hall master's idea! Why can't we just sell the second stele at half price? This will attract a lot of curious people. When the crowds increase, won't the business of Yajōtang be even more prosperous? And it will also give Wangshengtang a good reputation. How can this be considered a loss-making business?"

Xingqiu couldn't help but laugh, and quickly advised, "Hutao, Xinyang has a point. Funeral services and a bookstore aren't a good combination. If it's not done right, it'll probably make people suspicious. The bookmark idea is a good one, though. It's unique and appropriate."

Linghua also smiled and nodded in agreement. "Yes, Hu Tao, this bookmark not only reflects the characteristics of Wangsheng Hall, but also gives book buyers a little surprise. It feels quite appropriate. Besides, when we collaborate and hold events, we have to make everyone feel comfortable and at ease."

Walnut frowned, tilted his head and thought for a moment, then muttered somewhat unwillingly, "Hmph, alright, alright, I'll do as you say and make this bookmark. But I have to design it well, and make it exquisite enough to be instantly liked."

Seeing that Hu Tao had finally given up on her previous idea, Xin Yang's tense heartstrings finally relaxed, and she breathed a long sigh of relief. Xin Yang looked around, and an inexplicable sense of strangeness came over her heart, as if something important was missing.

Xinyang frowned slightly, trying to figure out what he had missed. At that moment, a flash of inspiration struck him, and he clapped his hands, his expression instantly becoming serious.

"Oh no! It's bad, it's bad. My brother might leave without saying goodbye when we're not paying attention!" Before he finished speaking, Xinyang anxiously handed over all the remaining unfinished matters to Nana Shikano.

Without even waiting for Nana Kano's response, Xinyang quickly reached out and grabbed Linghua's hand, then ran towards the pier without looking back.

Soon, the two arrived at the dock panting.

There were many people coming and going on the dock, and many boats. Xinyang and Linghua looked around anxiously. Fortunately, Yidou was a tall and strong figure of the ghost clan, which was particularly conspicuous in the crowd.

"Brother!" Linghua shouted

Ayato turned around at the sound and saw the two men panting. He said, "I thought you were busy at the branch hall and didn't want to cause you any more trouble, so I decided to leave quietly. Besides, it's not like we won't see each other again in the future."

Linghua scolded, "Brother, even so, you shouldn't have left in such a hurry."

Xin Yang echoed Ling Hua, saying anxiously, "Brother, the opening of Yajendo is a complex undertaking, but your departure is a truly momentous event for us. How can we possibly feel good about your leaving without a word?"

After listening to what the two said, Ayato smiled and said, "Well, I didn't think it through."

At this time, a group of Qianyan soldiers marched in an orderly manner, escorting Zuo Mu to Xinyang. The leading Qianyan soldier saluted Xinyang and said, "Boss Xinyang, we finally found you."

Xin Yang looked puzzled and asked quickly, "What are you doing?"

The Qianyan soldier's expression was serious, and his tone was calm as he responded, "Boss Xinyang, this is what happened. According to Liyue law, some of Zuo Mu's previous actions actually constituted crimes. However, fortunately, he later realized his mistakes and actively cooperated with our investigation. He even made meritorious contributions while serving his sentence, helping us resolve some related troubles. Therefore, according to the current laws of Liyue, we will now deport Zuo Mu back to his country to face the appropriate punishment."

After hearing this, Xinyang couldn't help but turn to look at Zuo Mu with a complicated look in his eyes.

Zuo Mu lowered his head, not daring to look Xin Yang in the eye. In just a few days, Zuo Mu had lost a lot of weight.

"Okay, I understand. This is the head of the Inazuma Society. He is also going back to his country, so let's hand Saki over to him."

As soon as Xinyang finished speaking, everyone's eyes turned to Ayato. Ayato was slightly stunned, then nodded and said, "In that case, I will take Saiki back with me. I can also keep an eye on him on the way and make sure he can return to Inazuma safely to receive the proper treatment."

Upon hearing this, the Qianyan Army soldiers hurriedly saluted and thanked Ayato, "Thank you very much, Master Shinri. This way, we can rest assured."

When Saiki heard that he was going to return to his country with Ayato, he trembled slightly, as if he was a little scared, but he didn't dare to say much. He just kept his head down and remained silent.

After Qianyan Jun left, Zuo Mu slumped to his knees in front of Xin Yang, his face filled with fear and pleading, his voice tinged with tears. "Editor-in-Chief, please don't send me back! I know I made a mistake before, but I'm really trying to make amends. Look, I've been actively cooperating with the investigation and even making meritorious contributions while serving my sentence."

As Zuo Mu spoke, he tightly grasped the corner of Xin Yang's clothes, as if it was his last straw. "I'll be your slave here, as long as I don't go back to Inazuma. You also know Yae Kamiko's style. If I go back like this, she will definitely not let me go easily. Even if I work for her for free until I am eighty years old, she will still hold on to my previous mistakes. Editor-in-chief, please give me another chance."

Xinyang squatted beside Zuo Mu and said, "You still want me to protect you? If you had known this would happen, why did you do it in the first place? Since you can't pay it back even if you are eighty, then why not do it until you are eighty-one?"

Xinyang stood up and said, "Yidu, keep a close eye on him on the road and don't let him get away. Brother, when we get back to Inazuma, let's give Shenzi a good beating and make her suffer."

"Okay, I'll also see how the Palace Master will handle this matter."

At this moment, a horn sounded at the dock, and a ship was about to set sail. Lingren looked at the ship, then at Xinyang and Linghua.

"Goodbye"

"Goodbye"