The original village, although half of it was flattened by Jiang Xuan, the remaining half was still intact. The preserved buildings were the most important ones.
The blacksmith's shop, filled with magma, and the houses piled high with the good brothers of the villagers. Passing by, one could still hear many villagers chattering inside.
However, the numbers, compared to before, didn't seem to have changed much. Jiang Xuan estimated that it would take about a week to achieve his anticipated goal. It wasn't long; he could afford to wait.
Following the remaining path, they walked towards the water. Jiang Xuan naturally didn't plan to set up the miner base near his home.
He had already lived in the Chasm for so long, and it was a rare escape. It made no sense to move back! Jiang Xuan's plan was to level all the trees near the back mountain's mine and then build the miner base.
This location was most suitable. It would maintain a certain distance from Jiang Xuan's main camp, not too close to disturb him, but not too far that Jiang Xuan couldn't reach it if something happened. Movements there could be seen from Sky Island.
Located near the mine, it was convenient for mining, and the felled trees would serve as resources for building the base.
He estimated there would still be quite a lot left, which would then be transported back to Liyue Harbor for processing into suitable timber resources for dumping.
Of course, using such a large quantity of solid wood blocks to build the base would probably make Ningguang feel distressed about the resources. These trees were all shining mora!
As for why he had already determined the general location, Jiang Xuan still wanted to bring Ningguang and the others to the big river in front of the village.
Jiang Xuan stated that he had been tired for so long, so what was wrong with occasionally enjoying himself? Not to mention, he was traveling with three great beauties.
If it weren't for the temporary lack of saddles and armor, Jiang Xuan would have taken them horseback riding. As for Zhongli and Xiao, who were still in the team... Jiang Xuan temporarily ignored them.
Standing at the edge of the large river, ahead lay a river about twenty meters wide. The river water flowed gently, with a height difference of about four or five meters from where Jiang Xuan and the others stood.
Not far away was a pitted sandy area, presumably dug by Ganyu today. This river was clear to the bottom, but truly seeing the bottom was not the case.
The river was very deep, with a dark bottom where nothing could be seen. Jiang Xuan estimated there should be Drowned Zombies.
Across the river was a boundless prairie. One could see many cattle and sheep at a glance. There was even a group of leisurely grazing horses. Everything was languid, and Jiang Xuan and the others also relaxed.
"Although this world is made of blocks, the scenery is quite nice. It's a good choice for a vacation to relax." Ningguang stretched.
At this moment, she had shed her powerful facade, displaying a calm and delicate posture that hadn't appeared for a long time.
"Perhaps it could be used for a tourism project?" This was Jiang Xuan teasing Ningguang. The latter subtly rolled her eyes and said with a chuckle, "Although I love earning Mora, when it's time to relax and enjoy, I'm not that unromantic."
Jiang Xuan shrugged, saying nothing.
"I think Jiang Xuan's idea is very good," Keqing responded enthusiastically, pointing to the boundless prairie opposite. "Didn't Jiang Xuan say that this world has countless beautiful sceneries—prairies, jungles, deserts, snowy plains, oceans..."
"In the future, when we develop some areas of this world, we can fully implement a tourism industry. Travel to another world would attract many people."
"Coupled with the unique features of this world, we can also take on targeted housing construction projects. This can also become a new business model for Liyue..."
"The prospects are vast, and it will surely boost Liyue's economic development."
Watching Keqing meticulously explain her ideas, even pulling out a notebook to record them, Jiang Xuan was somewhat astonished. "It seems someone else is unromantic..." Ningguang said, winking at Jiang Xuan playfully.
But Keqing slightly frowned, a hint of displeasure in her voice. "I am being very serious about these matters! Ningguang,
this is something that absolutely needs to be planned for Liyue!" Seeing Keqing's stubborn work-mode return, Jiang Xuan chuckled and shook his head.
He softly interrupted, "For our current situation, where we haven't even stepped ten kilometers outside our immediate vicinity, Keqing, what you're thinking is too far ahead..."
"We have a saying in our hometown: 'If you take too big a step, you're likely to tear... likely to injure your leg.'" Stretching, enjoying the cool breeze by the river.
"The more you think now, the more mistakes you make. It's better to first steadily complete the current planning, then consider the future."
If Ningguang had said these words, Keqing might have listened, but at the very least, she would have retorted a few times.
However, what Jiang Xuan said, Keqing listened to very seriously. It wasn't about differential treatment. The main reason was that Jiang Xuan,
over the past six months, had told Keqing many principles through stories from his world. For the current Keqing, a mature nation that had walked the path of human governance for thousands of years, every word and action was worth deeply pondering and learning from.
Although a bit regretful, Keqing still nodded, temporarily burying this idea in her heart. Jiang Xuan also noticed Keqing's regret.
His eyes darted, and he pointed to the big river below, smiling, "Do you believe me when I say I can build houses at the bottom of the river, even completely transparent glass rooms?"
As soon as his voice fell, Ganyu nodded seriously. "I believe you!" "Uh..." This swift and decisive answer surprised Jiang Xuan.
Ganyu seemed to feel that her statement was too deliberate. Her face flushed slightly as she forced an explanation: "Because...
because Jiang Xuan has already shown us too many incredible things. Building houses underwater or something like that, I think it's no problem!"
"Even in Teyvat, there are many ruins and secret realms buried underwater. If it were Jiang Xuan, I think he would do even better!" This blatant trust moved Jiang Xuan a little.
His expression softened. Jiang Xuan chuckled, "Although Ganyu makes it sound like I'm omnipotent, but..."
"I really can build large palaces underwater, even underwater palaces suitable for habitation." Hearing this, Ningguang became a little concerned. Her beautiful brows furrowed slightly.
After pondering for a moment, Ningguang suddenly understood. "Before, I saw you easily build a large aquarium with glass, without a single drop of water leaking."
"Later, on Sky Island, whether it was the mob grinder, the stone generator, or Keqing's planned farmland."
"It seems no matter what material it is, as long as it's stacked into a sealed shape, no water will leak out when poured in."
"So, by utilizing this block characteristic, underwater houses can indeed be built."
Hearing this, Jiang Xuan couldn't help but applaud Ningguang, chuckling, "As expected of you. You discovered some characteristics of this world so quickly."
"As a reward, when the situation is right in the future, how about I help you rebuild a Jade Chamber in this world?" Hearing this, Ningguang covered her mouth and chuckled, her beautiful eyes sparkling with a strange brilliance.
"If I can, I'd rather you guide me so I can personally build the Jade Chamber."
"What's impossible in that world is very simple in this one. If I can live in a Jade Chamber I personally built, it would be very fulfilling." Jiang Xuan wouldn't unromantically refuse this.
He smiled and nodded. Just as he was about to say something, a sharp whistling sound of tearing air abruptly rang out.
Jiang Xuan's face changed. Without thinking, he pulled out his shield and instantly blocked it in front of Ningguang. Thud! Everything happened in a flash.
Even Zhongli didn't react. When everyone regained their thoughts, they saw a strange weapon stuck in the shield on Jiang Xuan's hand. It was a trident.
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