“According to the Knights’ investigation, he is actually our protector, the ‘East Wind Dragon’ among the Four Winds of Mondstadt.
Five hundred years ago, he was wounded while defending Mondstadt in the battle against the calamity.
After the war, he fell into a deep sleep, only to be recently corrupted and exploited by the subversive Abyss Order, leading to this tragedy.” “Now that the Anemo Archon has returned and the Abyss has receded, the East Wind Dragon has returned to Mondstadt’s embrace.
You can all rest assured that the Knights will do everything in our power to help everyone rebuild our homes in an orderly fashion.” “So that’s how it is.
If Grand Master Jean is vouching for him, then there’s naturally no problem.” “We believe in the Grand Master.” “Uh, if he can help fix my house and garden, then I naturally won’t have any objections.” Seeing the atmosphere improve, Dvalin lowered his head slightly to thank Jean, who bowed in return.
“Are you the current leader of the Knights?
You likely still need to see Barbatos, so I won’t get in the way here.
Jean, was it?
I will be waiting at the city gates tomorrow morning.
I will assist with the repairs; feel free to assign me whatever I can do.” After speaking, Dvalin used the anemo element to lift his wings.
With a slight flap, his massive body rose, and he flew off into the distance.
The crowd below only felt a somewhat stronger gust of wind pass by.
Many let out a sigh of relief.
…
Jean led the members of the Knights toward Tiamat.
Upon reaching her, she and the knights behind her knelt on one knee, left hands on the ground and right fists pressed against their hearts.
“I, Jean, the current Acting Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius, the Lionfang and Dandelion Knight, lead all members of the Knights to offer our loyalty to the Anemo Archon.
May the Anemo Archon continue to protect Mondstadt’s lasting peace and order, and let the winds of freedom blow forever.” The scene was grand and solemn.
Both Tiamat and Paimon were stunned, their brains seemingly on the verge of overloading.
Paimon was just about to explain on Tiamat’s behalf…
…but Lumine snatched the role of spokesperson.
“You may rise, my dear subjects.” “We thank the Anemo Archon!” x N.
The crowd rose, their movements still perfectly synchronized, clearly well-trained.
As for Lumine acting as Tiamat’s spokesperson, they didn’t see any problem with it.
After all, after that massive scene of her calling out “Mom,” it was impossible for them not to know her identity.
Lumine felt she had to take this opportunity to say something, so she carefully organized her words before speaking: “My Mother is wise, like the rising sun, shining upon the world, winning the hearts of all people.
…
I am the favored daughter of God.
I shall rule with diligence alone, and I hope my subjects will follow suit, moving toward glory together.” A fellow in the crowd snapped out of it and excitedly pulled out a pen and paper to start recording, while a child next to him wore a resentful expression.
“By my Mother’s divine power, the Dragon Disaster has been eliminated.
However, the damage to the city is immeasurable.
With the people’s hearts in turmoil, my own heart cannot find peace.
Where is Jean, the Acting Grand Master of the Knights?” Jean’s lips twitched slightly; her noble upbringing allowed her and many high-ranking Knights to understand exactly what Lumine was saying.
They felt that Lumine’s air of importance was even greater than that of Liyue’s Rex Lapis.
But since she was the daughter of the Anemo Archon, they had no choice but to play along with her antics.
They only hoped she would be a wise ruler.
As for the others present, they simply felt that Lumine’s words were incredibly powerful and domineering, which they loved.
Many knights were even inwardly exhilarated.
As for what the daughter of the Anemo Archon was actually saying…
it didn’t matter; someone would translate it eventually.
Let the higher-ups worry about it.
Despite her many thoughts, Jean was not slow to respond.
“I am here!” “I hereby entrust the restoration of Mondstadt entirely to you, my subject.
You may reasonably deploy resources and manpower, including myself and my Mother.
Are you willing?” Jean said in surprise, “I obey your decree.
I thank my God and the Emperor for their great grace.
May my God and the Emperor live as long as the stars and remain immortal!” “Good!
But let me give you a fair warning: if you perform poorly and any grievances reach my ears, you’ll be sent to feed the horses.” “Ah, this…” “Hmm?” Lumine showed a slight look of anger.
“I…
will be careful.” “Good.” Lumine’s anger turned to joy.
“Since everything has been properly arranged and there are no further matters, the court is dismissed.” Jean gave a bitter smile and began arranging for people to comfort the citizens, tally the losses, and then scheduled a meeting with the high-ranking members of the Knights.
Lumine nodded as she watched Jean’s performance, taking the opportunity to size up Jean’s figure, then clicked her tongue inwardly.
‘Her figure is just too good.
Is there any way I can make her my wife?’