Since Paimon mentioned the Gods, and in Teyvat, people's curiosity and gossip about Gods are innate. After hearing Paimon refer to the Anemo Archon as a street performer, the Geo Archon as a societal dropout, and the Electro Archon as a country bumpkin, everyone, while surprised, naturally focused their attention on Paimon and Lumine.
So, Lumine and Paimon began to tell everyone interesting stories about the Gods that occurred during their travels across Teyvat. When they got excited, Miyashiro would also unwittingly reveal some of their embarrassing moments.
At the same time, Nahida, who was in the audience, not wanting to disappoint her devout followers, could be said to have shaken hands, signed autographs, and taken pictures, completely fulfilling the expectations of the Grand Bazaar's people.
By the time Nahida finally found an opportunity to ascend the Zubayr Theater stage, nearly half an hour had passed. Nahida looked at Miyashiro, who had already blended in with the crowd, and couldn't help but twitch her lips. She let out a soft hmph and walked over to Miyashiro, complaining, 'Miyashiro, why did you leave me there alone?'
Miyashiro said cheerfully, 'No choice, Nahida, your prestige among the people of Sumeru is too high. Everyone's attention is on you. My Inazuma Regent status is simply not enough in front of your followers.'
'Besides, even though you say that, you're actually quite happy in your heart, aren't you?'
Seeing her little thoughts exposed by Miyashiro, Nahida's lips curved slightly upwards, and she crossed her arms, saying, 'Hmph, I'll forgive you this time.'
Miyashiro: 'Alright, the last piece of the puzzle for the God-saving operation is in place. This celebration banquet is finally complete.'
Alhaitham: 'It is our honor to see Lesser Lord Kusanali at a Grand Bazaar banquet.'
Nahida smiled and greeted everyone: 'Miss Nilou, thank you very much for hosting this banquet.'
Nilou, hearing Lesser Lord Kusanali say her name, immediately became extremely excited and tremblingly asked, 'Lesser Lord Kusanali, do you know me?'
Nahida nodded and said, 'Yes, I know each and every one of you. Miss Nilou, Paimon, Lumine, Mr. Alhaitham, Mr. Cyno, Mr. Tighnari, Miss Collei, Miss Deena Dazed, Miss Dehya, Miss Candace, Mr. Rahman, Mr. Kaveh, and Mr. Miyashiro. Good evening, everyone.'
It must be said that hearing their names from Nahida's lips was a very novel and wonderful feeling for Nilou, Collei, Deena Dazed, Dehya, Candace, and Rahman. Their excitement was palpable.
Nahida: 'I came here today to personally thank all of you. Thank you very much for disregarding your own safety and risking enmity with the Akademiya, the sages, the Doctor, the Balladeer... and even all of Sumeru to save me.'
'If not for you all this time, if any one of you were missing, I would have encountered much greater difficulties than now. Not only me, but Sumeru, and even all of Teyvat, would have suffered even more unfortunate events.'
'People call you the heroes who saved a God. I like this term; it not only describes your identity but also records your relationship with me. Please allow me to offer you my most sincere gratitude.'
Watching Lesser Lord Kusanali, the God of Sumeru, bow to them, everyone showed an expression of being overwhelmed by the honor.
Deena Dazed quickly returned the bow and explained, 'Lesser Lord Kusanali, you have done too much for Sumeru, and I... I haven't even been able to do anything for you... You don't have to be like this.'
Nahida: 'Miss Deena Dazed, and Miss Collei, the Eleazar you suffered is also with me, a testament to your prayers. Thank you.'
Miss Collei, what Mr. Miyashiro just said is true. The remnants of the God you are infected with are also my responsibility. I will plead with the Geo Archon and the Anemo Archon, my predecessors, to cure your illness.'
Collei's eyes were filled with gratitude and excitement, and she continuously thanked Nahida: 'Thank you, Lesser Lord Kusanali, it's truly wonderful to believe in you.'
Tighnari also echoed, 'Thank you, Lesser Lord Kusanali, you are truly a benevolent God.'
The usually taciturn Cyno also spoke up in response: 'You don't need to be so formal. Protecting you is my duty. Rather, it is we, who have been deceived by the sages for so long, who should apologize to you.'
Alhaitham said coldly, 'Exactly. The relationship between the Akademiya and the Dendro Archon should be like this. All we did was fulfill our duties and correct past mistakes.'
Kaveh: 'Uh, sorry, I was still in the Desert when it happened, and I couldn't do anything. Although I don't get along with Alhaitham, this time I fully support Alhaitham's actions. Azar and them went too far!'
Dehya: 'Yes, as a God, yet so humble. This really breaks my long-held stereotype of Gods. You are truly too polite.'
Candace: 'After hearing your magnificent stories, I regret that I couldn't join you on your journey in the end.'
Rahman:'Sorry, Dendro Archon, my troupe and I had too narrow a view before. We actually raised our blades against our benefactors and spent so many years in a daze of absurd deviation. Now that I finally have a chance to make up for my past mistakes, I should be the one thanking you.'
Nilou: 'To be able to join this plan, I... I am very honored! I hope you like the dance I've prepared for you!'
Nahida, hearing everyone's heartfelt words, was also deeply moved: 'Thank you, everyone, thank you so much.'
In this comforting atmosphere, Miyashiro suddenly brought up a topic and asked Alhaitham: 'By the way, Nilou just mentioned dancing, and it suddenly reminded me that there's no performance by Nilou at this celebration banquet. I kept feeling something was missing.'
'Alhaitham, when will the Akademiya lift the Art Ban that Azar issued before he stepped down?'
Hearing Miyashiro's words, everyone unconsciously looked at Alhaitham, especially Nilou. Her face was full of anticipation, and there was a different kind of emotion in her eyes as she looked at Miyashiro.
Yes, the implementation of the Art Ban was a crucial part of Alhaitham's plan. However, even though it was utilized, the Art Ban was indeed strictly enforced.
In fact, Nilou and her Zubayr Theater were willing to pay out of their own pockets to host this celebration banquet, not only for the celebration itself but also for a hidden, selfish purpose: to subtly inquire about lifting the Art Ban with Alhaitham.
After all, Alhaitham now holds the position of Acting Grand Sage, and Cyno holds the position of General Mahamatra. If these two could give their approval, wouldn't lifting the Art Ban be more than sufficient?
However, Alhaitham and Cyno's aura was incredibly powerful during the banquet, and coupled with their stern expressions, the naturally gentle Nilou had not been able to find a suitable opportunity to speak. Now, Miyashiro was actually helping her ask Alhaitham, which was a huge help to her.
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