"Did you encounter any problems?" Xianyun confirmed as he looked at the people walking in front of him.

Paimeng patted his chest and said confidently, "Don't worry, Xianyun, everything is progressing steadily according to our plan!"

Safit spread her hands. She actually felt that this was a bit unnecessary, but... if Ye De could also agree with Jiaming's dream, it would be perfect. Now it was Jiaming who made concessions. If only one party made concessions, it could not be considered a true reconciliation.

Jiaming looked at these people and confirmed his guess: I knew it...it turns out that those were all acting! Aunt Xianyun and Aunt Su Jin are indeed extraordinary people!

Fortunately, Saphir does not have the mind-reading ability like Nashida, otherwise he would be angry to death by this sentence.

She admitted that she did participate in some of the planning, but she was definitely not the one who took the lion's share. At least when it came to choosing the roles of the robbers, she would never choose Jie Hu and Hou Zhang, those two old men!

The two old guys have been eating dry meals for thousands of years, but they can't even fool a little kid. If they had known earlier, they should have asked Ada to arrange a few Fatui to play the role of the treasure-hunting group. At least those experienced soldiers would be much more ferocious than the ordinary treasure-hunting groups.

Jiaming was still sighing in his heart: In order to help me, he didn't even leave any way out for himself and his apprentice. This is the real enthusiasm for others! I still have a lot to learn.

This is just my imagination. In fact, Xianyun has never thought about this kind of thing at all. It is true that things will turn into the opposite when they reach the extreme, and negative times negative will turn into positive times.

If she had known this would happen, Xianyun would never have agreed to such a plan even if she had eaten a large bowl of cola chicken wings, because she cares most about her reputation.

"As for the next step..." Xianyun was much more cautious this time. She looked at Saphir.

Well, it’s obvious that she doesn’t want to embarrass herself anymore and plans to trick her best friend.

Saphir naturally understood her look, but at this moment, Jiaming suddenly realized: "Ah!"

"What's wrong, Jiaming?" Paimon asked in confusion.

Jiaming said in a panic: "The money for buying tea...could it be...paid by you guys? This won't do..."

Saphir also reacted at this time. It seemed that he did not give money when he and Zhongli accompanied Ye De to drink tea before.

She looked a little strange. After spending so much time with Zhongli, she also stopped paying him? Habits are really amazing. They can be passed from person to person.

"Don't panic, it's just a payment." Xianyun was not panicked at all.

Paimon nodded as well. "That's right, in Ningguang's words, this is called investment. Let's pool our money together and have Charlotte buy it and bring it back to the Steambird Newspaper Office as a special gift.

When her report is finished, maybe it can help expand the future market! Recovering the cost is already a piece of cake…”

"Oh...oh..." Jiaming nodded woodenly. He didn't understand. "I'm completely confused about business matters, but I definitely can't let you lose money! I'll give you the money back first..."

Safir tilted his head and looked at the young man. He was really not suitable for doing business... Although the most important thing in doing business is honesty, the saying "no business without dishonesty" is actually a wrong usage. The correct way to write it is "no business without sharpness".

This word originated from the grain trade in ancient times and is a manifestation of giving profits. At that time, grain trading required using a bucket to hold rice, and a bucket of rice, if filled to the brim, would not stick out, which was a full bucket.

If you add some more after it is full, making a small peak on the rice, this is the profit you give up. This is the earliest preferential policy and has also become the unspoken rule of grain trading.

Merchants who do not offer profit concessions are called "no-tip" merchants, and their reputation will be affected. Gradually, all merchants try to put more rice in the bags when selling it, trying to make the profit as sharp as possible in order to gain a good reputation. This is the origin of the saying "no-tip, no business".

But in the final analysis, this behavior is not much different from current promotional methods. They are all used to attract customers. They are similar to current clearance sales and both look affordable.

And Jiaming's behavior...how should I put it, it's a bit too honest, although we cannot rule out the possibility that this is because he values ​​friendship more.

Anyway, Safir felt that Jiaming was indeed not suitable to be a businessman. He didn't understand Ningguang's intention of expanding the market and the subsequent profits, and he didn't pay attention to his own gains and losses. This kid was indeed more suitable for a single-minded job.

Seeing that Jiaming was determined to pay, Saphir waved his hand to interrupt him: "Alright, let's not talk about this for now. What's more important now is your father's matter. Although you have reached a preliminary settlement, he does not really agree with the beast dance. We should now consider how to make him agree with this thing."

"Yeah." Hearing this, Jiaming became serious, "I have been thinking about this matter all the way. I have an idea, but it is bound to trouble you all..."

"Tell me about it." Xianyun was a little curious.

It would be best if Jiaming had his own solution to his problem. After all, help from others can only be temporary, and it is safest for Jiaming to solve it himself.

Paimon also agreed: "Yes, we are all your friends, and we got together because we helped you first, so don't be embarrassed at this time."

"Okay! You, please listen to me." Jiaming took a deep breath and began to express his thoughts.

He expressed his thoughts in this way, and then looked at the others with some anticipation.

Xianyun didn't comment, but just looked at Saphir, wanting to see her opinion.

Saphir analyzed it and nodded slightly: "It is indeed a good idea to use the popularity of the Lantern Festival to let everyone see the beauty of the animal dance.

People are emotional and follow the crowd. Even if one does not understand animal dance, watching a performance in Liyue Harbor with the current atmosphere will be shocked from the bottom of their hearts. If everyone feels shocked, cheers and applause are inevitable.

All these reactions can be interpreted as recognition of the beast dance. Regardless of whether they specifically approve of it or not, as long as it looks that way, that's enough.

Almost everyone in Liyue Harbor was cheering, and with them cheering for you, your father would be more receptive even if it was just out of herd mentality.

Moreover, the conflict between you is mainly a question of recognition. If Ye De finds that almost everyone likes what you have always insisted on, he will have no reason to oppose you.

Because he loves you and is willing to support you."

Ye De is not a conservative father who would be hard on his children. He is just an ordinary father who is worried and does not want his son to indulge in unorthodox practices.

As long as he saw that many people accepted what Jiaming liked, his reasons for opposition would no longer be valid. After all, in Ye De's view, sticking to animal dance was a destined lonely journey, and he didn't want his son to embark on this path and end up in poverty, that's all.

If Jiaming's method works, it can really solve the conflict between the father and son once and for all.

Thinking of this, Saphir made the decision directly: "Okay, let's do as you say. I'll take care of the performance venue, and I guarantee you'll be satisfied."

"Then let's communicate with the General Affairs Department and do something about the lighting!" Paimeng was very excited.

Xianyun also said: "I have some Floating Life Stones over there, let's get them now."

A group of people split up and started preparing for the next plan.

Ying and Paimeng had a brief communication with the General Affairs Department, and Keqing agreed to their request. Keqing knew something about Jiaming's affairs and was willing to cooperate. After all, it would be great to have such a performance at the Lantern Festival.

It's a pity that the performance was held tonight. It would be better if it was held tomorrow night. After all, tomorrow is the performance time for the Hai Lantern Festival Gala, and Jiaming's performance will definitely be more exciting.

After the communication, the two passed by Zhen Yuan's stall and suddenly thought of the kite-flying competition, so they stopped here.

Seeing the two, Zhen Yuan was very enthusiastic: "Welcome! Are you two back from your work? I have to thank you for what happened last time.

My child, she made a kite with her grandma that day, and she also wrote me a long letter, she looked so happy. "

"Hehe! You still have to thank Jiaming for this!" Paimeng did not take credit for it. After all, it was thanks to Jiaming's escort that the things could arrive so safely.

Zhen Yuan nodded in agreement: "Okay, I will." Then she asked, "Do you two want to buy a kite? You can pick any one you like."

"We already have a kite, and we want to buy a...Fontaine device. Is it sold separately?" Paimeng couldn't remember the name of the device, but after hearing this, most people could tell what it was.

As Paimeng expected, Zhen Yuan understood what she meant at the first moment and took out a device and handed it to him: "Oh! Here, just take it. The installation of the Dream Talk is inside the box. The steps are very simple."

It's not a valuable thing, but it's a nice gift to leave a good impression on these two.

Paimon refused after hearing this: "Ah? How can this be so embarrassing?"

"I'm embarrassed to take the money... Haha, I wish you win the championship!" Zhen Yuan didn't say much and forcefully stuffed the thing into Paimeng's hand.

Seeing that they couldn't refuse, Ying and Paimeng didn't hesitate. Paimeng accepted the device and nodded: "Okay, thank you, boss."

The two of them turned around and squatted aside, starting to install mechanical devices on their kites.

"Huh! It's installed! Then let's get down to business!" After finishing it, Paimeng was full of energy.

Ying also nodded seriously.

Time passed gradually, and before we knew it, night fell and the moon rose above the branches. The already bustling Liyue Harbor gradually entered the unique atmosphere of the Lantern Festival.

The Sea Lantern Festival has opened.

Keli Yaoyao was running wildly on the street with Qiqi, Qiqi was holding the kite made by Yaoyao. Yaoyao said as she ran, "Qiqi, we are almost there!"

Keli also kept cheering: "Come on, Qiqi!"

“…Okay.” Qiqi looked a little panicked, but still tried to keep up with the two of them.

The three little ones ran towards the statue of Mi Nu on the dock.

On the other side, Shen He was holding Jiang Li, walking with Ganyu, Saphir, and Funina. Not far from them were Ying and little Paimeng. The group was looking around as they walked. Suddenly, Shen He stopped and stared in a daze in a certain direction.

Gan Yu noticed this and was about to ask her what was wrong, but she found that her headdress was crooked, so she walked over and patted Shen He's shoulder. After getting her attention, she whispered, "Lower your head."

Shen He bowed slightly in obedience, and Gan Yu raised her hand to straighten Shen He's headdress.

Jiang Li looked at this scene with stars in his eyes. Who in his family would understand? The relief grain from the imperial court has arrived!

Saphir was not much better than her, with an auntie smile on her face. Funina was shocked by their expressions.

"Hehe! This year's Lantern Festival is just as lively!" Paimon was very happy as he felt the festive atmosphere.

Yae Shinto and Kitsuzhaigong sat on the pavilion of Yujing Terrace, overlooking everything, accompanied by Ningguang and Keqing.

“Thank you for accompanying us, Lord Tianquan and Lord Yuheng. We came here just to bring Lord Huzhaigong to experience the festive atmosphere of Liyue. But it’s not necessary.” The Eightfold God Son chuckled, picked up a cup of tea and took a sip.

Ningguang smiled, "That's not the case, Master Yagyu. Guests coming from afar should be received with the highest etiquette. Moreover, Inazuma and Liyue have always been on good terms, so it is only natural for us to accompany them."

"The Sea Lantern Festival is extremely lively, families are happy and the world is peaceful. Such an atmosphere is truly touching." Hu Zhaigong held the pipe that Ningguang once collected, took a slow puff, and exhaled a cloud of smoke.

She looked at Funina walking with Saphir below, wondering what she was thinking.

Noticing her gaze, Saphir looked up, met her gaze, smiled, and then looked away.

"Teacher Su Jin is really something. He didn't even accompany us when we came, but instead went to accompany that water god." It was unclear whether Yaezakami said this in a reproach or a complaint.

Hu Zhaigong chuckled, "He is the abdicated water god. His public identity is just a traveler from Fontainebleau. It is just right for you, the teahouse owner, to receive him.

He is secretly a water god, so it is still appropriate for you, a secret immortal, to receive him."

“If you two need anything, I can convey it for you.” Keqing said, and naturally meant that she could ask Saphir to come and keep her company.

Although she couldn't order Safir, she could still pass on a message.

The Eightfold Son of God raised his eyebrows and said, "Forget it. Master Yuheng is not one to joke like this."

She still knows her own weight. It's a major holiday, so she'd better not make a fuss about it. If she ends up being turned into a little fox and used as a scarf, will she still have any shame?

As they were talking, the lanterns scattered throughout the port went out one after another. The brightly lit Liyue Port gradually fell into the night, and the light became dim. The crowd below inevitably showed a hint of panic.

Ying'er, the owner of Chunxiang Kiln, looked around in confusion. She was surrounded by people who were just as confused as she was. "What happened?"

"Is there something wrong?" Vlad, who was traveling with Nadia, was a little nervous and unconsciously tightened his girlfriend's hand. "Has anyone contacted the Thousand Rock Army?"

More and more lanterns went out, and finally, even the statue of Mi Nu fell into darkness, and Liyue Harbor was completely plunged into the pitch-black night.

Ningguang watched all this and said calmly, "Here it comes."