The festival has arrived, and the entire Yujing Terrace is covered with exquisite silk ribbons. The strands are connected one by one, magically forming an exquisite picture.

As if to celebrate this Moon-by-Moon Festival, which was different from the past, all the heavy objects that were supposed to be there were not present, and were replaced by some small and delicate chess pieces and chessboards.

At this time, people were already arriving at the opening ceremony one after another.

If you look carefully, you will see that there are not only Liyue people, but also many exotic faces.

Mondstadt, Zhiwen... These two countries are not bad, and they have close ties with Liyue. But what is a bit surprising is that many Nata people came, and they even stayed quiet uncharacteristically.

stir up trouble.

No trouble!

Many Liyue people glanced at these people from Nata from time to time, and their minds were spinning.

To be fair, Nata has not established diplomatic relations with other countries for many years because of its own warlike nature. And it is not easy for civilians like them to see one or two living Nata people from time to time...

The Nata people in the crowd, who were dressed in strange clothes, naturally felt the scrutiny of the people around them. They seemed very uncomfortable facing this kind of gaze... but for some unknown reason, they remained patient.

"..."

All of this was naturally seen by Ke Qing on the stage.

If he hadn't sent letters to the Seven Stars weeks in advance, Keqing would have thought that these Nata people were here to start a war!

Good guy, which country would bring a well-equipped warship during a "friendly visit" to other countries?

Bringing two guns with you when visiting a house, right?

Although it is disguised as a merchant ship, the 800mm caliber cannons are connected in a row, and the crew configuration is not inferior to that of the Death Omen... Only a fool can't see it!

But now that we're here...

Keqing glanced at the background intentionally or unintentionally. The princess was sitting there at the moment, looking around with a curious look on her face.

As soon as she entered Liyue, she chose to visit Qixing alone, without even bringing any weapons... The attitude of this princess is self-evident.

It seems like he is really here to participate in the competition?

No matter what, she must shoulder this responsibility when Ningguang suddenly slips away.

...

Another half hour passed and it was already noon.

I glanced at the sun high in the sky, then at the noisy scene under the stage... and finally took a look at the backstage, well, Ning Guang hasn't come back yet.

Keqing took a deep breath, and then faced the audience regardless of where Ningguang went.

The auspicious time has come, and even if Ning Guang is not around, we can only open the ceremony.

"Everyone, please be quiet for a moment."

It seems that Yu Hengxing's usual prestige is indeed very high. As soon as Ke Qing opened her mouth, people in the audience immediately stopped talking and looked at her with curious eyes.

"Everyone must have discovered that this year's Moon-by-Moon Festival is different from the past."

Wiping away a trace of helplessness on her face, Keqing said to the people in the audience: "Generally speaking, today's good time should be a time to visit relatives and friends, see the moon and enjoy flowers. But this year, everyone should have something to say about our theme.

learn..."

"Yes, Lord Yuheng. This year's Moon-Chasing Festival seems to be about launching the [Liyue Millennium] competition?"

This was a calm and plain voice. When everyone looked at it, they found that this person was actually Xingqiu, the young master of Feiyun Chamber of Commerce.

"Yes. Young Master Xingqiu is right. The theme of this Zhuyue Festival is [Chess and Wanjia]. The specific content is the [Liyue Millennium] competition hosted by Miss Tianquan Xing Ningguang."

As soon as Keqing said these words, the audience immediately started shouting.

Chess and Wanjia?

Some people frowned in confusion, while others looked thoughtful.

"Master Yuheng, how do you participate in this competition?"

Another voice spoke, but it sounded very familiar...

Ke Qing followed the sound and looked over, spotting a black-haired boy with a smile.

Ningzhe?

Well, Keqing felt that there was no problem, it would be strange if he didn't come.

Everyone also saw Ningzhe, but they were a little surprised.

You, a bookstore owner, also want to participate in the competition?

"Haha, I have read all kinds of books since I was a child, so I am naturally very interested in the novel chess game of Liyue Millennium."

Seeing that the eyes of the audience suddenly focused on him, Ningzhe didn't have any stage fright.

Hmm...that's right, young people.

After thinking about it, they didn't find it strange either.

"Those who want to participate in the competition can register at the sign-in desk after the opening ceremony."

Under the spotlight, Keqing didn't dare to glare at him, so she just spoke in a business-like manner.

"May I ask Master Yuheng, what is the process of the competition?"

At this time, Xingqiu spoke again, attracting everyone's attention.

Yes, what about the process of the competition?

"Ahem... Regarding the specific process of the competition, I will briefly introduce it to you next."

Ke Qing cleared her throat and then spoke: "This competition lasts for three days, divided into three stages: preliminary round, knockout round and finals. The first two rounds will eliminate most of the people, and finally four players will be selected to participate in the finals.

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"Four contestants participating in the finals? Shouldn't that be called the semi-finals?"

Some people in the audience were confused and asked questions.

"According to the general competition rules, this is true..." Keqing shook her head, and then said: "But the first two sessions of this competition are individual competitions, and the final will become a two-on-two team competition."

Having said this, Keqing paused for a moment, and then said helplessly: "So there are two final champions, and they will jointly receive the championship prize."

Will the individual competition evolve into a team competition?

Some people with quick minds immediately thought of the key points.

The first two links will eliminate players with insufficient personal ability, while the last link will eliminate players with insufficient team ability...

It seems that this competition is not only related to the Zhuyue Festival. Now it seems that it is taking advantage of the festival to select talented people.

"So what will be the prize for the champion?"

Someone in the audience asked impatiently.

"The prize is..."

Keqing was silent for a moment, and then spoke: "The championship prize for this Moon-by-Moon Festival [Liyue Millennium] competition is: a jade stone blessed by the emperor himself and a model of the emperor made of pure gold."

As soon as these words came out, it caused an uproar.

In the eyes of Liyue people: Emperor?!

In the eyes of foreigners: gold?!

In the eyes of the Nata people:?

Emperor model...

But soon, someone reacted.

"This prize... I remember the last time Tianquan Star held a competition, it seems that the winner's prize was this, right?"

Finally, there was a Liyue person who was not carried away by the emperor. He kept calm and spoke.

"Well..."

"I can personally guarantee that this time the emperor model is not simply carved from gold."

At this time, Ningguang suddenly walked up from the backstage. She crossed Keqing and spoke to the man: "The emperor attaches great importance to this competition, so... both prizes are given by the emperor himself."

etc??

The amount of information was so huge that the person who had spoken previously was stunned on the spot.

The next second, the scene broke out:

"Emperor! The emperor made it with his own hands!"

"I want to participate! No one can stop me!!"

"Lord Rock!!!"

The scene suddenly turned into a fan meeting for Emperor Yanwang. The foreigners looked confused and the scene was very chaotic for a time.

"....ha?"

In the crowd, not only foreigners, but also Ningzhe was also confused in the wind.

He didn't feel much moved in his heart, but there was an idea he was secretly promoting.

Zhongli, you, with thick eyebrows and big eyes, actually made your own doll with your own hands?

For some reason, through the crowd, Ningzhe saw Keqing, who was standing behind Ningguang with a somewhat gloomy expression.

Oh, by the way...Keqing seems to like the Emperor doll...

And due to her status, she herself cannot participate...

Got it!

Ningzhe smiled.
Chapter completed!