Reborn as Xiao in another world, targeted by the little red bird

As soon as they passed Tianheng Mountain and had not yet reached Liyue Harbor, they saw the huge Mingxiao Lantern built at the port in the distance.

Su Yunyan came up from behind, hopping to the side of the mountain road, put her hand on her forehead, and looked at the harbor in the distance: "Is the Mingxiao Lantern almost finished? This year's image... seems to be Yixiao Daotian Zhenjun?"

"It seems we almost missed it. This pair of antlers is well-made. Yixiao will be very happy to see it." Qiu Liuyun came up and looked out for a while. Then he patted Su Yunyan's shoulder and tilted his head in the direction of going down the mountain. "Let's go into the city."

Because of the coming of the Lantern Festival, many merchants and vendors set up stalls on the street. They shouted loudly, which was very lively. The group bought some things, just as they contributed to the construction of the Mingxiao Lantern. When they looked up, they had arrived at the door of the General Affairs Department. Here, they ran into the traveler who had just returned to the city. There was still some dirt on the other party, which should be because he had fought not long ago.

"This young man is so busy. It's great to be young and never get tired." Ling Xiao said with emotion.

When the traveler was almost done talking to the Qianyan Army in front of the General Affairs Department, Paimon also noticed Qiu Liuyun and his group and waved to them happily. The two groups met, and Paimon asked, "Are you here to celebrate the Lantern Festival in the city?"

"I guess so." Qiu Liuyun raised his hand, his eyes falling on the dust on the traveler's body, "Did you guys just roll on the ground?"

"No, we just helped the General Affairs Department catch a group of stupid treasure thieves who wanted to sabotage the Lantern Festival." Paimon crossed his arms and said proudly.

"Huh? On Liyue people's own important festival, they actually ask tourists to help maintain law and order?" Su Yunyan asked in surprise.

The traveler replied, "The General Affairs Department doesn't seem to have enough staff."

"Now that we have seen it, we can't just leave it alone. It would be a pity if the other party did something to harm the Lantern Festival and the stall selling "grilled tiger fish" was gone. Moreover, we met Xiao," Paimon imitated Xiao's tone of voice, "He said that if something in the world of immortals and demons is unrestrained, it is my responsibility. But this time the threat comes from the human world - your world, so it is the responsibility of the traveler. Don't let the tassel of the demon-slaying spear be stained with the blood of the mortal world. If it were me, the ending would more or less have the possibility of a "Red Lantern Festival" - wow, it sounds scary, so the traveler and I decided to deal with this matter."

Qiu Liuyun raised his eyebrows: "Did Xiao come to the city?"

"Oh, yes. He also worked with us to wipe out the base of a treasure-stealing group. Do you have something to do with him?" Paimon asked.

"Not really." Qiu Liuyun changed the subject, "As for you guys, today is the last day of the Lantern Festival. The General Affairs Department should not ask you to continue helping, right?"

"Chiayi said that he has transferred another group of brothers here so that we can enjoy the Lantern Festival with peace of mind." The traveler replied.

"So what are your plans next? Are you going to stay in the city and watch the lanterns?" Qiu Liuyun asked.

"Plan, plan... Oh! I suddenly remembered that we have something very important to do!" Paimon slammed his fist into his palm, "Boss Godette asked us to invite Xiao to participate in the Lantern Festival."

"Invite Xiao..." Qiu Liuyun touched his chin, looking as if he wanted to say something but hesitated.

"What's wrong?" Paimon tilted his head and looked at him puzzledly.

It was Helan Liuying who answered: "The hope of getting Xiao to come to the city is slim."

"Yes," Su Yunyan nodded, "After all, he is a 'Dharma Guardian Yaksha' and has responsibilities. Apart from some of his own special characteristics, he has been alone for a long time and is not used to crowded places, such as the city."

"Eh? Even you say so. Then we..." Paimon looked at the Traveler hesitantly.

The traveler thought for a while, then looked at the others with a determined look: "Anyway, let's try Wangshu Inn first."

"Has Xiao returned to the inn?" Qiu Liuyun asked with a smile, "Then let's go together, maybe we can be of some help. But before that, I still have to buy some things."

"Buying things? Is it a gift for Xiao?" Paimeng asked curiously.

Qiu Liuyun waved his hand and said, "There is no need for such complicated etiquette between us and Xiao. Besides, if we really want to give something as a gift, something made by hand can better represent our thoughts than something bought."

"What are you going to buy?" Paimon asked.

"It's incense." Qiu Liuyun turned around and walked towards the street full of small stalls and vendors. "The people of Liyue will commemorate the heroes during the Lantern Festival. Since I'm here, I should prepare something to mourn my former comrades."

"Oh!" Paimon reacted immediately. She floated to the traveler's ear and said expectantly: "Traveler, do you remember what we decided in Tongque's temple before? At that time, I said that when I have time, I will come to burn incense for Mr. Tongque. Later, shall we buy some incense and put it in our backpacks?"

"it is good."

After buying the incense, thanks to the traveler, everyone returned to Wangshu Inn very quickly. Qiu Liuyun and his group were amazed at this experience that was like traveling through space. They found an empty seat under the inn and sat down. After some discussion, the traveler decided to use the image of this year's Mingxiao Lantern - "Yixiao Daotian Zhenjun" as a breakthrough point to persuade "Xiao" to enter the city to participate in the Sea Lantern Festival.

"Your way of traveling is a bit... strange. We are not used to it yet. We will go up later." Qiu Liuyun said goodbye to the traveler and Paimon. When their backs disappeared from his sight as the elevator rose, he also looked up at the terrace on the top of the inn. "Tell me, did Xiao hear what we said just now?"

Su Yunyan sat on the bench, and when she heard Qiu Liuyun's words, she also looked up at the terrace at the top of the inn, but because of the fence and the larger terrace below, she couldn't see if there was anyone up there. She retracted her gaze: "Xiao's hearing is very good, but he probably doesn't have the leisure to listen to other people's conversations, right?"

After a short rest, the group decided to go upstairs to check the situation. They had just come down from the elevator and had not yet entered the inn when they heard Paimon's call. They looked in the direction of the voice and found that the traveler and the boss were together, and it seemed that they had just finished talking about something.

"How about it, did Xiao agree?" Su Yunyan trotted forward. She was also very curious. Now, except for the Geo Emperor, or to be more precise, Mr. Zhongli, was there anyone else who could persuade Xiao to change his mind.

"No, he refused to go no matter what." Paimon replied with a discouraged look on his face.

"It is true." Su Yunyan sighed regretfully.

"Are you seeking help from the boss?" Qiu Liuyun walked to the counter.

"We were just talking about the big event that the Traveler and Xiao did a few days ago." Boss Filgodette said with a smile, "You are joking, guest. We don't have a close relationship with Xiao. The Traveler has become somewhat familiar with Xiao, but he can't be invited. What else can we do?"

"Hey, I haven't seen that person go to the Lantern Festival in all these years." Huai'an, the innkeeper who was passing by, heard their conversation and came over. "If you ask me, it would be easier to move the Lantern Festival here than to invite that person to go."

The thoughtful traveler suddenly raised his head, his eyes shining with excitement: "Good idea."