Ganyu lowered her head, not replying. Having lived for thousands of years, she understood the Sumeru Akademiya better than Ningguang.
The Sumeru Akademiya treated knowledge as a resource, strictly controlling it.
Not everyone could learn and become a scholar.
This wasn't the wildest thing; they not only controlled their own country's knowledge but also cast their eyes on other nations.
If other countries spread useless knowledge, it would be one thing if they turned a blind eye.
But if other countries spread knowledge on a large scale that could impact their national strength, they, who treated knowledge as a resource, would not stand idly by.
That's right!
Ningguang elevated this book, which introduced menstrual knowledge, to a level that could affect a nation's strength!
Although Ningguang couldn't articulate the concept of people-centeredness, she knew that if this knowledge were widely disseminated, it would improve the hygiene of many women, preventing illnesses, infertility, or even death due to improper menstrual care.
If nothing else, with improved female hygiene, there would be an increase in birth rates and population.
From this perspective, Ningguang's concern was not unfounded.
What Ningguang considered, Ganyu could naturally also consider. However, her kind and gentle nature led her to bear these risks.
Once the Sumeru Akademiya detected these circumstances, although they couldn't attack a country, they could certainly assassinate the disseminators!
Feng Yi not only spread knowledge but also sold it at cost. Treating knowledge so cheaply was like slapping them in the face! They also had their pride, didn't they?
(A note here: not all scholars in the Sumeru Akademiya opposed the spread of knowledge; otherwise, so many scholars wouldn't have defected from the Sumeru Akademiya!
The power transition in the Sumeru Akademiya was complex. It can only be said that most scholars supported treating knowledge as a resource and controlling it.)
Ganyu didn't believe that an ordinary person like Feng Yi could withstand the assassins' relentless attacks.
Therefore, for Feng Yi's safety, she chose to step forward and accept the risk!
Of course, she had no intention of informing Feng Yi about this.
She just wanted Feng Yi to live on peacefully as usual!
"Lord Ningguang, there's no need to say more about this matter."
Ganyu met Ningguang's gaze directly. Her seriousness and determination moved Ningguang.
Having spent many years with Ganyu, Ningguang knew her stubborn nature. She knew that once Ganyu decided on something, even ten Guoba Dragon Kings couldn't pull her back!
It seemed Ganyu was fully aware of the consequences but didn't want to involve Feng Yi.
What a foolish girl!
Ningguang sighed helplessly. What was so special about that fellow that Ganyu would protect him so fiercely?!
"Alright, alright! Since you've decided, I won't try to persuade you anymore. It's also time for other nations to reacquaint themselves with Liyue! Liyue has prospered through peace for years; it seems they've forgotten that Liyue's claws are just as sharp!"
Ningguang took Ganyu's hand and patted her back. If Sumeru dared to provoke them, she would make them regret it deeply!
Liyue's protective nature was inherited from top to bottom.
"Lord Ningguang, this is my responsibility. There's no need to involve Liyue."
This was her own responsibility. Ganyu didn't want to involve Feng Yi, and she certainly didn't want to involve all of Liyue!
"Silly child, you are not alone. You have Liyue behind you!"
Ningguang sighed inwardly. In the end, it wouldn't be up to them.
If it weren't for Snezhnaya's covetous gaze, Liyue wouldn't have even bothered with Sumeru.
But if Snezhnaya were to lend a hand, she couldn't predict whether Sumeru would stir up trouble.
However, no matter what, they had to prepare for the worst.
Ningguang had a premonition that within three years, the Teyvat continent would be in turmoil.
Taking advantage of this opportunity to gauge the attitudes of other nations was very important!
However, she didn't need to tell anyone these considerations.
"Naturally, it's best if nothing happens. But if things escalate to the worst possible outcome, please inform the Adepti!"
Ganyu, with her Adepti bloodline, was more suitable for contacting them than she was.
"Lord Ningguang, I understand!"
Ganyu's heart tensed. She would never allow the situation to deteriorate to that extent!
The risk should be hers alone to bear; there was no need to implicate the innocent people of Liyue.
"Oh! Did that fellow send this? Bear paws of this quality are not easy to obtain! He's not entirely clueless, not letting you down for protecting him so much!"
After discussing serious matters, Ningguang didn't want the atmosphere to be so heavy and let out a light laugh.
"Ah!? What are you talking about, Lord Ningguang? I'm not protecting him..."
Ganyu lowered her head, her voice of protest becoming fainter.
"Come, tell me, do you like that fellow!?"
The more flustered Ganyu became, the more amusing Ningguang found it.
"Lord Ningguang, I, I..."
Ganyu stammered for a long time, unable to refute Ningguang's statement, which made Ningguang burst into laughter.
"Lord Ningguang, there's so much, do you want some?"
"He specifically prepared this for you! He didn't specifically make it for me! If I ate it, he would surely resent me knowing!"
A hint of envy and sourness could be heard in Ningguang's voice.
"Eat it while it's hot! Don't let his kind intentions go to waste. I'm leaving!"
Ningguang shook her head to dispel the absurd thought and moved to leave the study.
Plans don't always go as expected; she needed to re-evaluate her strategy!
Meanwhile, Feng Yi picked up caramel milk tea, fried ice Slimes, and bear paw delicacies from Wanmin Restaurant and walked towards Wangsheng Funeral Parlor.
Having learned from last time, Feng Yi knew that Hu Tao's nose was extremely sharp. She might smell something again?
He needed to find a way to cover it up!
This was really giving him a headache!
Passing by a vendor selling green tangerines, Feng Yi's eyes lit up.
He guessed that Hu Tao would definitely like the sweet and sour taste of green tangerines.
"Boss! Half a jin of green tangerines!"
"Certainly! Here you go!"
Feng Yi picked out a lucky one, broke it open, and tasted a segment.
Sour!
It was so sour that his saliva secreted wildly, and his gums couldn't bear it!
Feng Yi couldn't help but shiver. Even a dog would shake its head at this thing!
Looking at the remaining green tangerines, eating them was out of the question. He squeezed out the juice and used the strong aroma to fumigate his clothes.
After finishing, he left with his purchases, leaving the vendor scratching his head in confusion.
Vendor: "What a strange person? Green tangerines can be used like this?!"
Feng Yi: "These troubles, you wouldn't understand even if I told you!"
Feng Yi gently pushed open Hu Tao's bedroom door and saw Hu Tao's eyes light up, shining as she looked at him.
"You still know to come back!"
Then, a hint of complaint flashed across her face, and she chided him with a playful anger.
"Isn't this for buying you delicious food with my earnings!"
Feng Yi placed the prepared gifts on the table beside Hu Tao's bed and sat down next to her.
"So sour! What is this smell?"
As soon as Feng Yi sat down, Hu Tao leaned over and sniffed him intently.
Feng Yi: "Fortunately, I was prepared!" (secretly wiping sweat)