Chapter 41: Legacy of Decarabian

After rescuing Dvalin and saving Mondstadt, everyone was brought back to Dawn Winery by Dvalin.

The arrival of the huge dragon did not cause much commotion at the winery.

Perhaps because someone had sharp eyes and noticed the conspicuous red figure on the dragon's back.

Returning to Dawn Winery, the sky had already dimmed. Diluc prepared a dinner for everyone. During the dinner, Wang Daoyi and Xiangling met the former maid and steward again, enjoying a pleasant evening.

After the dinner, everyone returned to their rooms to rest.

Wang Daoyi, however, went to Venti's room.

"Hey, little brother from Liyue, what brings you to my room? Do you want to listen to my poetry? It'll cost you some Mora!"

Venti was somewhat surprised by Wang Daoyi's visit but didn't refuse him entry. In Venti's eyes, Wang Daoyi was associated with Morax, a friendly entity.

"How is Dvalin's injury?"

Wang Daoyi didn't directly state his purpose but inquired about the condition of the Dragon of the East Wind.

His next actions would involve the ruins of the Anemo Dragon. If Dvalin's injuries were still severe, it would be inappropriate for him, the "perpetrator," to disturb it.

"After Dvalin regained its senses, I released the elemental imprisonment on it. With its restored elemental power, it's quite strong. Those injuries will heal quickly."

Venti didn't know Wang Daoyi's intentions but answered his question directly.

Then, he glanced at Wang Daoyi, speaking thoughtfully:

"Do you want to go to the ruins?"

"Am I that obvious?"

Wang Daoyi smiled awkwardly. Indeed, archons were never fools. Even with minimal information, they could deduce the answer.

With a smug smile, Venti seemed like a cunning fox that had stolen a chicken.

"Before, when you asked me about the Anemo Archon, I thought you wanted to delve into my past. I didn't expect you were really interested in the story of Decarabian!"

Then, his expression changed to one of indifference, as if the playful wandering bard Venti had transformed into Barbados, the Anemo God who protected Mondstadt.

"As a follower of Morax, every fallen Archon is taboo. Some are taboo to Teyvat, some to the current Archons. Are you sure you want to explore these things?"

"For someone like me, the authority and knowledge of the divine are like the most delicious existence, even if they are filled with poison, they still beckon!"

Wang Daoyi didn't hesitate, his eyes fixed on Barbados, burning with the flame of curiosity.

"Knowledge should be explored towards the future, not pursued in the past. As a follower of Morax, I won't stop you from exploring Decarabian's story. However, if you are tainted by taboos, I won't let you harm Mondstadt!"

What does it mean not to let you harm Mondstadt? Only dead people won't harm Mondstadt.

Barbados's meaning was clear: you can explore the legacy of the Fierce Wind Archon, but if you are tainted by it, he will intervene and erase Wang Daoyi's existence directly.

Ignoring Barbados's threat, Wang Dao Yi seized on a point in his words.

"So, there is indeed a legacy of the Fierce Wind Archon in the ruins, right? Otherwise, you wouldn't be worried about me being tainted!"

Barbados's expression froze. Big brother, I'm threatening you, and you're still catching loopholes in my words.

"Humph, you're as annoying as the old man. Off you go, see if the old man can save you after you're tainted!"

Like a child caught in a lie, Barbados was somewhat exasperated, waving his hand to blow Wang Daoyi out of the room.

"Bang!"

With a loud noise, the door was firmly closed.

Wang Daoyi, who was blown to the ground in front of the door, wasn't angry but rather happy.

Barbados's words confirmed his suspicions: there is indeed a legacy of Decrabian in the ruins, and this legacy is powerful or profound in knowledge. Otherwise, Barbados wouldn't think Wang Daoyi could be tainted.

Furthermore, Barbados agreed to his exploration of these legacies, which was a good thing. If Barbados hadn't agreed, Wang Daoyi wouldn't dare to go, as the legacy of Decrabiann was essentially Barbados's possession.

Just like digging out the sealed Archons in Guyun Stone Forest in Liyue, if you didn't get Morax's permission, just a few shovels, and the falling rock spear from the sky would accompany you to keep the Archons company.

With double happiness, Wang Daoyi didn't linger in front of Venti's door but happily returned to his own room.

Having received precise information, there was no rush to explore. It was better to finish the tasks of the Knights of Favonius first before going. Besides, Wang Daoyi hadn't forgotten that the Knights had promised him an advanced magic book.

For Wang Daoyi, magic books were always welcome. Not to mention an advanced one.

Oh, Mondstadt's magic books were actually books that recorded extraordinary knowledge. Because the materials used to make them were more precious than those of ordinary books, and they contained more extraordinary knowledge, these books could be used as magical instruments.

With the joy of exploring unknown knowledge, Wang Daoyi soon fell asleep.

A night of sweet dreams.

Early the next morning.

Everyone gathered in the living room.

"Thanks to Senior Diluc's hospitality, but it's time to bid farewell. After being out for so long, there are probably many matters to be dealt with within the Knights!"

After breakfast, Jean first expressed her intention to leave. Having been out for two days and one night, the acting Grand Master was starting to worry if the affairs of the Knights had been handled promptly.

"As one of the heroes who just saved Mondstadt, Jean, why not take a break for yourself? Don't overwork yourself!"

Xiangling was worried about Jean's health. Since before the Dragon's Calamity, Jean had been working at a high intensity. Now that the calamity was over, everyone hoped Jean could take a break.

Diluc smirked slightly. He always looked down on the actions of the Knights, considering most of them to be useless.

"Is such a large Knights of Favonius unable to function without you? It's truly laughable!"

"Senior Diluc, everyone in the Knights has their own tasks. I also have my own responsibilities, not what you think."

Facing Diluc, Jean could never speak firmly. After all, the Knights owed Diluc an explanation first.

But she didn't admit to Diluc's words, instead trying hard to explain that everyone in the Knights had their own responsibilities.

Wang Daoyi shook his head. In Liyue, the Qixing handled the rule of the entire city. Below the Qixing, there was also the Bureau of Civil Affairs assisting them, and under the Bureau of Civil Affairs, there were dozens of different departments, each managing the operation of the entire city.

And Mondstadt was entirely managed by the Knights. The Favonius Cathedral, which should have been with the Knights, barely handled any affairs, only promoting the Anemo Archon.

So when the Grand Master led the team out, Jean almost took on all the affairs of Mondstadt. What was even more speechless was that she didn't even have a secretary, only Lisa reluctantly helping out.

Without participating in Jean  and Diluc's argument, Wang Daoyi and Xiangling sat in the corner whispering to each other, discussing trivial matters.

"Alright, alright, don't quarrel. It's indeed time to return to Mondstadt City. After all, we have to tell everyone the good news of ending the dragon calamity!"

Finally, Lumine intervened to end the argument between the two.

"Yes, I've prepared a poem that sings of our bravery in fighting the evil dragon. The tale of the brave team annihilating the dragon invading the kingdom, what a classic story, everyone will surely love it."

Venti also came out to mediate, but from the look on his face, besides mediating, he was probably already thinking about the endless wine after the story became popular.

(End of Chapter)