I'm a male god in Liyue

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Xia Zhi, through the peacock on Qi Qi's shoulder, also witnessed their actions along the way.

He sensed something strange about this legendary commission.

The next morning, Xia Zhi got up and strolled around the shrine.

When he got to the place where the lottery was being held, he saw that there really was a small stove next to it.

The older shrine maiden who was interpreting the fortune told him with a smile, saying that she had told Lord Yachō about Xia Zhi's suggestion yesterday. Lord Yachō thought it made a lot of sense and immediately adopted the suggestion.

Xia Zhi smiled and nodded, saying he hoped this would truly help the shrine.

Arriving at the back of the shrine, I saw Natsume standing in front of the sacred cherry tree.

Xia Zhen smiled and said good morning to him.

Xia Zhi smiled and nodded in response, then casually mentioned the legendary quest that Fischl and Qi Qi had accepted the previous night, wanting to ask her, as the local deity, for any insights.

"Shenying Dazu?"

Upon hearing this word, Xia Zhen's expression suddenly became somewhat strange.

She pondered for a moment and said, "I have never heard of the name Hana Sanri. But what that priestess said is right. Just as there are branches in a shrine, all the Rai-zakura are branches of the Divine Cherry Tree of Shadow Mountain, and those five roots are the largest among them. A large part of the filth they absorb actually goes into the Divine Cherry Tree deep in Shadow Mountain, which is the Divine Cherry Tree in front of us."

Xia Zhi's expression shifted: "So purifying the five Thunder Cherry Trees doesn't mean the ritual is truly complete?"

Xia Zhen nodded: "That's right. The most crucial part of the [Divine Cherry Blossom Great Purification] is the final step, which is to remove the barrier of the Divine Cherry Blossom and cleanse the miasma that has accumulated in the roots of the Divine Cherry Blossom over the years. This is why this purification ritual is called the [Divine Cherry Blossom Great Purification]."

Xia Zhi asked thoughtfully, "Cousin, you seem very familiar with this ceremony?"

Xia Zhen's expression turned somewhat nostalgic: "Because this ceremony was founded by a close friend of mine."

Xia Zhi guessed: "Fox Abode Palace?"

Xia Zhen said sadly, "Yes, when the dark calamity struck, she set up many barriers in various places to protect the people, but she was eventually swallowed up by the calamity... Even so, the barriers she left behind are still trying to protect Narukami Island."

Xia Zhi said, "But since someone has started the [Divine Cherry Blossom Great Purification] ritual, it means that these barriers are nearing their limit."

Xia Zhen nodded: "Yes, this also means that the shrine maiden named Hana Sanri must have some kind of extraordinary relationship with the Fox Palace, otherwise she wouldn't know these details of the purification ritual."

"You want to go see her?"

"Ah."

“Then I’ll go with you tonight. This matter involves the Abyss, and I’m also somewhat interested in it.”

"it is good."

"By the way, where's your sister?"

"She went back to the castle tower; she still has a lot of official business to attend to."

"Tsk, aren't you going to help her?"

“I have only just returned to Inazuma and do not fully understand the situation in this country, so I cannot immediately start handling official business.”

"I get the feeling that you're just waiting for the right opportunity to make a big splash."

"..."

When will the Dragon King arrive?

“I messaged him yesterday and he said he left today. At Wendy’s speed, he should arrive tomorrow.”

"That's okay."

--

In the morning, everyone had breakfast at Narukami Taisha Shrine.

They probably wanted to cater to their guests, so they prepared a rather lavish meal.

Many more people came to visit the shrine this morning.

The small stove next to the lottery booth was only in use for the first time, and not many people wanted to use it. People preferred to throw the bad lottery results onto the roof.

Seeing this, Yae no Miko immediately came up with another idea.

She had a witch set up a table and sit next to the offering box. On the table was a box with a small hole in it, big enough to fit a hand inside.

The advertisement claims that everyone who has ever made offerings to Narukami can enter a prize draw here.

The first prize is a shrine charm, the second prize is a recently bestselling light novel, and the third prize is a bookmark.

Then, Yae no Miko sent a message in the group, asking everyone to act as shills.

Everyone was very interested and went to participate.

In reality, they pretend to be people who come to the shrine to pray. After drawing a fortune slip, they throw the bad one into a small stove, and then run off to draw a lottery ticket. It's a rigged game that guarantees a win.

That certainly provides some enjoyment.

Although it was just a small matter, it demonstrated the extraordinary wisdom of this Yae no Miko.

--

Mona livestreamed the giveaway in the group chat.

Ningguang looked at the video on her phone, a thoughtful look flashing in her eyes.

Then she called Bai Shi over and showed her the video.

After reading it, Bai Shi asked, "What does Lord Ningguang mean?"

Ningguang nodded and said, "Let's find two of our own stores and try out this marketing strategy. We can set up even better prizes."

"understand!"

"If it works, we can promote it in other stores and advertise it in the daily newspaper."

"Yes, Lady Ningguang."

After Bai Shi left, Ning Guang continued to look at the chat messages in the group.

It's nice to be able to know what's happening thousands of miles away without leaving home.

--

As noon approached, the shrine began preparing to cook.

Besides what we eat ourselves, we also need to prepare extra food for people who come to the shrine to worship. Of course, we will charge a fee for this.

Since everyone already ate at the shrine last night and this morning, although it wouldn't make much difference if they ate a few more meals, there's no need for that.

Xiangling brought Guoba to the kitchen, saying she wanted to help everyone cook.

The shrine's chefs smiled kindly and said that young girls shouldn't come to the kitchen, lest the fumes damage their skin.

Xiangling didn't leave either, smiling as she helped out in the kitchen.

She did a fantastic job washing and chopping vegetables and starting a fire.

The chefs glanced at her and immediately understood that this young girl was indeed a skilled colleague, and not someone who came to the kitchen to cause trouble just for fun.

One of the kitchen staff noticed that Xiangling had been standing by watching him cook. After he finished, he simply handed over the wok and said with a smile that Xiangling should try cooking a simple dish.

Xiangling smiled slightly.

Then there is no more then.

To be honest, Xiangling's title changed directly from a young girl to a living culinary goddess.

Because the food was exceptionally delicious today, the aroma alone was enough to entice people, so many more people came to the shrine's cafeteria to buy food at noon, and all the reviews were positive.

Some people weren't satisfied with just one serving and went to queue up to buy a second one. If they hadn't been so full after finishing their first serving, they probably would have bought a third one.

Xiangling ran up to Xia Zhi and said with a smile, "Master, your disciple didn't embarrass you, did she?"

Xia Zhi nodded and smiled, "You're a grandmaster now, after all. If you can't even compare to others in a place like this, then I really don't have you as my disciple."

Sitting at the table next to her, watching the harmonious scene between the master and his apprentice, A-Ping suddenly felt that the food in her mouth had lost its flavor.

It was obviously me who came first!

I am Xiangling's master!

Why do I feel like I've become invisible?

Yao Yao too.

She used to make many mistakes when practicing shooting every morning, and I had to stand by her side and give her careful guidance.

Later, her marksmanship suddenly began to improve by leaps and bounds, and it felt like she would catch up with me soon.

Ugh.

Aping sighed inwardly and turned to look at Liuyun beside her.

She was whispering something to Gan Yushenhe, a scene of harmonious teacher-student relationship.

Damn it, how could this happen?

Liu Yun used to be the loser, so how come I'm the loser now?

--

In the afternoon, everyone went to act as shills for a round.

Around three o'clock, a young woman who seemed to be of high status came to the shrine.