Chapter 63 Gnosis: Geo

Leaving the Jade Pavilion, Wang Daoyi spent some time admiring the flowers at the Yuqing Terrace, pondering today's conversation.

Ningguang shouldn't harbor any hostility towards him. Even though he turned down her recruitment offer, she didn't dwell on it and generously offered to have elemental shards delivered to the dock teahouse.

Shifting the blame to Zhongli wasn't an issue either. Zhongli didn't care about such matters; everything was part of the plan.

As for the Fatui who might face consequences, Wang Daoyi shook his head. That wasn't his concern.

Leaving the Yuqing Terrace, Wang Daoyi headed towards the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor. Even though Zhongli might not care, it was still appropriate to report.

What constitutes an outstanding attendant?

Arriving at the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor, Wang Daoyi was surprised to find Zhongli not drinking tea today but playing chess instead.

Not with someone else, but with Hu Tao.

Compared to Zhongli's calm demeanor, Hu Tao was more lively, sometimes scratching her head and cheeks, sometimes shaking Zhongli's arm, wanting to take back a move.

Seeing Wang Daoyi approach, Hu Tao's eyes lit up. With a wave of her hand, she cleared the chessboard.

"Oh, Daoyi is here. You're here to see Zhongli, right? Come, you two chat. I'll go make tea for you!"

Saying this, Hu Tao bounced away.

Wang Daoyi reached out, about to say there was no need for tea, but unfortunately, Hu Tao had already run off.

Watching his daughter playfully evade responsibility, the old father then looked at Wang Daoyi, his eyes questioning.

What brings you here?

For some reason, Wang Daoyi heard voices in his head.

Shaking his head to dispel the absurd thoughts, Wang Daoyi told Zhongli about his conversation with Ningguang today.

After listening to Wang Daoyi's account, Zhongli pondered for a moment before speaking slowly:

"Ningguang, a competent Tianquan, maintains her ambition even while managing numerous daily affairs. It is truly commendable. It reminds me of the time when she walked barefoot from the Yagorath Sands to the South Pier, selling goods along the way. Now, that young girl has grown to such a stage!"

Nostalgic for the past, Zhongli then said to Wang Daoyi, "Regarding these matters, you need not worry. My conversations with the Fatui are merely mundane topics. When the time is right, that Fatui executive will naturally depart!"

Wang Daoyi nodded slightly. As long as he delivered the message, he had fulfilled his duty. Zhongli's other plans were beyond his involvement, or perhaps Zhongli never intended for him to intervene.

"Recently, I have sensed some intense winds near Mount Tianheng. It seems your studies have been successful?"

After finishing discussing Ningguang, Zhongli began chatting with Wang Daoyi.

Wang Daoyi nodded. It seemed that allowing the Wind Eagle Highland to become the nesting grounds for the Wind Eagle had affected the elemental fluctuations near Mount Tianheng.

"A few days ago, I went to the Guyun Stone Forest and conducted an elemental creation. Although it consumed a large amount of resources, I created a Anemo Elemental Creation Beast and stationed it at Mount Tianheng."

"Oh, a good elemental creation indeed, with great potential. It will be a good ally in the future!"

Unprompted, Zhongli suddenly thought of the Geovishap hatchling stationed at the Wanshu Inn.

Then, looking satisfied, he glanced at Wang Daoyi, acknowledging that his protege's taste was quite similar to his own.

Although Wang Daoyi didn't understand why Zhongli suddenly looked at him with such appreciation, he still happily accepted Zhongli's approval.

The two began chatting about various miscellaneous topics, with no fixed theme. Whatever came to mind, they discussed it. Most of the time, it was Wang Daoyi asking questions, and Zhongli providing answers.

It had to be said that Zhongli truly treated Wang Daoyi as his protege, patiently and meticulously answering his questions.

Under Zhongli's patient guidance, the data on Wang Daoyi's panel quietly changed. His previous mastery over Geo (lv.5) had increased by one level, now reaching Geo Mastery (lv.6).

Looking at the young man who had grown under his careful guidance, Zhongli felt a sense of satisfaction. Back then, he had also taught the celestial beings who followed him into battle in a similar manner.

Then, seemingly remembering something, Zhongli spoke, "Last time you mentioned that you saw the Fatui executive lady taking away the Gnosis of the Anemo Archon in Mondstadt!"

Wang Daoyi was puzzled why Zhongli suddenly brought up this matter but nodded, "Yes, the lady took out the Gnosis of the Anemo Archon from Barbatos' body. But I think it was intentional on the Anemo Archon's part. At that time, I wanted to take a photo as evidence of the Fatui attacking Mondstadt, but the Anemo Archon's control over the wind damaged my camera!"

Wang Daoyi remembered his broken camera; Venti still owed him money.

Zhongli nodded, "What do you think the Gnosis is?"

"It's a higher-level external magical item than the Visions, a credential representing the connection between the Seven Archons and Celestia!" Without hesitation, Wang Daoyi revealed what he knew.

"Correct, the Gnosis is indeed a higher-level magical item than the Visions, also serving as a tool for us to connect with Celestia."

Zhongli nodded, affirming Wang Daoyi's statement, then continued, "But the Gnosis function is not limited to that. It contains the knowledge of the true gods and can open the passage to the realm of the gods!"

After saying this, Zhongli suddenly flashed a mischievous look, "Do you want to see my Gnosis?"

Ah, Wang Daoyi was shocked, "Can you really do that?"

Zhongli nodded, indicating it was indeed possible.

"I made a deal with the Cryo Archon. I can't tell you the details of the deal, but my bargaining chip was the Gnosis. Since I've decided to give up the Gnosis, showing it to you is of no consequence!"

With that, Zhongli extended his right hand, and a Gnosis resembling a chess piece appeared in his hand.

There were no anomalies or fluctuations; it just quietly floated in Zhongli's hand.

The next moment, a golden light flashed over Zhongli's hand, and two chain-like seals appeared on the originally golden Gnosis.

In Wang Daoyi's incredulous gaze, Zhongli casually tossed the Gnosis to him.

"Your level is still too low to directly face the complete spiritual knowledge of the Gnosis. I placed some seals. Now you can try to interpret it!"

Grasping the Gnosis entwined with two chains in his hands, Wang Daoyi felt that his heart could hardly bear it.

After a long time, finally calming his mind,

 Wang Daoyi looked at the golden chess piece in his hand.

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Name: Gnosis (Geo) (Sealed)

Introduction: This is the representative credential of the seven rulers of the mortal world, used to connect with the heavenly island, and a higher-level magical item than the Visions.

It also has some unknown functions. Your knowledge is not enough to fully analyze it, but through it, you can understand some of the power of Geo.

Note: The God of Geo has opened some of the content of the Gnosis to you. Before the God of Geo retrieves his authority, you can read this content.

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