The two discussed the matter quickly and soon came up with a concrete plan. Ganyu nodded with satisfaction, anticipating that this year's Lantern Rite Festival would be exceptionally lively.
"I will quickly draft this proposal further and submit it. You can wait patiently, Mr. Dvorak. I believe the results will be out soon."
Ganyu smiled, her expression incredibly warm, even moving Uncle Dvorak.
"Since everything is settled, Yaoyao will head home now. My parents must be worried. Oh! Ganyu, did you remember what I told you?"
Yaoyao's eyes fixed on Ganyu. The sudden test made Ganyu pause, her mind racing at an incredible speed, almost to the point of overheating.
"Mmm... I will definitely eat what you gave me."
Yaoyao's face immediately showed displeasure. With her hands on her hips, she declared,
"Ganyu! Qingxin leaves are not for eating; they are for brewing tea! I knew it, you didn't remember what I said at all. Yaoyao is so sad..."
Seeing this, Ganyu panicked, but also felt somewhat helpless. How could someone as focused on work as her know how to comfort others?
"Alright, alright, Ganyu, I was just kidding. I'll head home now. Please take good care of yourself, or Yaoyao will be angry!"
Watching the little loli gradually run away, Ganyu's face was filled with helplessness. How could she, as an older sister, be cared for by a little loli? It was truly one of life's failures.
"It feels like Ganyu completely loses her elder's demeanor in front of Yaoyao, acting more like a sister who needs looking after."
Paimon, the walking dialogue machine, started speaking again. If she didn't talk for a while, it seemed like Paimon would suffocate.
"Paimon! What did I just say?"
Recalling her own thoughtless remark and the promise she had just made, she immediately panicked. Three Sweet Flower Wine-Braised Chickens were at stake; she absolutely couldn't lose them!
"It's alright, Traveler. I am indeed someone who knows nothing outside of work. Consider it a lesson learned. I'll go rewrite this report now. You all can wait here patiently; the results should be out soon."
Ganyu walked step by step into Yuehai Pavilion behind them and quickly rewrote an identical report at her desk. However, it wasn't messy; it was well-organized and smooth, looking nothing like a draft.
The others could only wait outside. During this free time, they sat together and discussed some matters.
Meanwhile, on the other side, Ganyu soon submitted the document to the Liyue Qixing.
High up in the Jade Chamber, a rectangular conference table was set with three chairs on each side and one at the front.
Ningguang sat calmly at the head of the table, her left leg crossed over her right, a casual pose.
Her pipe occasionally emitted puffs of smoke. A hairpin adorned her white and yellow hair. Resting her head on her left hand, she looked at the people before her with a calm expression.
"What do you all think of the proposal? I will naturally approve it, especially with the Traveler and Lu Ze's recommendation. I don't foresee any issues with its passage."
Ningguang spoke slowly. She had long wanted to step down from her position as the Tianquan Star but had been unable to find a successor, so she had to continue fulfilling her duties with undiminished vigor.
"I agree as well. Having 'Red Tour' as the grand finale will not only avoid overshadowing the Lantern Rite Festival but will also elevate it to new heights. I see no problem with it."
Keqing naturally agreed. It wasn't a harmful act, so what was the harm in agreeing?
Tian Shu Xing, Tian Shu, looked at the document in his hands, his mind constantly working. In fact, holding the 'Red Tour' event had no downsides; it could even promote friendship between the two nations, which was a good thing.
Furthermore, the Lantern Rite Festival's spotlight wouldn't be stolen, nor would it overshadow the local festival. There were no disadvantages.
"I also agree. The reasons have already been stated by the previous two, so I won't repeat them."
The remaining four exchanged glances.
Tian Xuan Xing, Tian Ji Xing, Kai Yang Xing, and Yao Guang Xing, all of whom held different philosophies, saw no reason to refuse something that would benefit Liyue.
They all nodded in agreement, and the proposal was quickly passed. The news soon reached Ganyu's ears.
"As expected, it went as planned. I just didn't expect it to be approved so quickly. The Qixing's processing speed is quite impressive."
Ganyu looked at Keqing, the Yuheng Star before her, and couldn't help but praise her.
"Not at all! This time, I will be in charge of the specific performance details for 'Red Tour.' Ganyu, please take me to meet Mr. Dvorak, as the specific project still needs to be discussed with him."
The latter nodded and led Keqing out of Yuehai Pavilion, where they saw three people sitting outside, along with a floating object.
"Farewell, esteemed guests. I wish you a happy Lantern Rite Festival and hope you have a wonderful time."
Lu Ze saw Keqing arriving and said,
"Long time no see, Keqing. I wish you a happy Lantern Rite Festival as well. It's a holiday, so of course, there must be red envelopes. And for Ganyu too, don't worry about the amount, it's just for good luck."
Both received red envelopes unexpectedly and exchanged glances. This was truly surprising for them.
"I would love to say I cannot accept them, but if I don't, you might get angry. So, it's better to accept. Thank you, Lu Ze. During the Lantern Rite Festival, I will personally visit to pay my New Year's greetings."
Keqing said with a smile. She hadn't received a red envelope in a long time. After growing up, she no longer received them, losing a child's anticipation but gaining a sense of responsibility.
Receiving a red envelope now brought back memories of the past. Every Lantern Rite Festival eve, new clothes, new shoes, and even a red envelope would be placed beside her bed for good luck.
Her parents had showered her with affection. Every red envelope contained at least ten thousand mora, an unimaginable sum for ordinary people.
Meanwhile, Ganyu's face was filled with surprise. Since she could remember, she had never received a red envelope.
She was raised by the Adepti in her childhood. Back then, the Lantern Rite Festival didn't even exist. After the Archon War ended, she began fulfilling her contract, quietly serving as the secretary for the Qixing.