"First, regarding the Holy Lyre der Himmel, it can be confirmed that it was indeed taken by the Fatui."
Taking out a map of Mondstadt, Diluc acted as the explainer.
"However, the storage location is not in the Goth Grand Hotel."
This was not surprising news.
Although the Fatui from Snezhnaya have always maintained a strong diplomatic stance.
Nevertheless, even so, they dare not truly break ties with the other nations.
In this situation… something like the Holy Lyre der Himmel, a sacred relic representing Mondstadt.
No matter how bold they were.
It would be impossible for them to store it in a semi-public Fatui outpost like the Goth Grand Hotel.
"Hehe~ It seems the Fatui don't dare to openly clash with Mondstadt."
Little Paimon floated next to the map.
Hearing that the Holy Lyre der Himmel was indeed taken by the Fatui.
As if completely cleared of suspicion, the tension that had lingered on her face gradually dissipated.
"So, Master Diluc, where did the Fatui put the Holy Lyre der Himmel?"
"Here."
Diluc pointed to the map.
"Starfell Lake?"
Jean's expression was solemn; she clearly hadn't expected this.
"There's actually a Fatui outpost there?"
"Yes, an outpost hidden at the foot of the mountain."
"Although Varka did indeed sweep away most of the Fatui outposts in Mondstadt, cunning fellows like these naturally had backup plans."
"Setting up a base directly near Mondstadt City, is this what they call… 'the darkest under the lamp'?"
"Eh, what does 'the darkest under the lamp' mean?"
Paimon scratched her head, hearing another strange term.
"Don't mind those details."
Kai waved his hand, signaling to skip this topic.
"Indeed cunning. Although the Knights of Favonius often search for potential Fatui outposts within Mondstadt, being this close… it would indeed be overlooked."
Jean nodded in agreement.
Staring at the map of Starfell Lake, she suddenly thought of something.
"Speaking of which, not long ago, a large number of Hilichurl inexplicably gathered around Starfell Lake."
"Could it also be related to the Fatui?"
"That's unclear. The Fatui have too many methods. If they possess the ability to gather Hilichurl… it's not impossible."
Diluc pondered for a moment.
Although he had dealt with the Fatui countless times.
And destroyed innumerable outposts.
But regarding their true combat strength, or rather, their hidden trump cards.
Even Diluc couldn't quite figure it out.
"Fortunately, I heard those Hilichurl were all eliminated by the Traveler. Thinking about it, the Traveler has contributed quite a lot to Mondstadt…"
"Eh… hehe."
Hearing such praise, Paimon's smile instantly became awkward.
Even Lumine, not far away, couldn't help but blush a little.
She glanced at Kai with a hint of guilt.
"Let's not discuss these digressions for now."
Evidently noticing the gaze directed at him.
To prevent Jean from noticing anything, Kai lightly coughed twice.
He once again transformed into a plot driver.
"Well, since we already know the storage location of the Holy Lyre der Himmel."
"The next thing we should do is go to Starfell Lake and retrieve the Holy Lyre der Himmel."
"Diluc, will you take the Traveler?"
"No, I have another mission."
However, to Kai's suggestion.
Diluc decisively shook his head.
"Although I intercepted this information from a lone Fatui, the Fatui also noticed something. Now I am also within their surveillance range."
"Once I leave the city, it's easy to alert them and make them move the Holy Lyre der Himmel ahead of time."
Although Diluc used to frequently go out to raid Fatui outposts.
He usually did so in disguise, so he wouldn't be recognized.
However, Mondstadt City is only so big.
Even with a disguise, after attacking a lone Fatui within the city,
It wasn't surprising that they would notice something afterwards.
"If that's the case, I don't seem to be able to leave the city either."
Kai nodded thoughtfully.
Kai clearly remembered Diluc sharing the information earlier about being targeted by the Fatui.
If he went with Lumine to get the Holy Lyre der Himmel, it would probably still alert them.
"Then, it seems the only one who can go with the Traveler…"
"Is just Jean."
Diluc looked up, his gaze falling on Jean.
"Jean…"
Kai couldn't help but frown.
Kai naturally knew his wife's strength.
As the dignified Dandelion Knight.
The Acting Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius, it could be said that after Varka led the expedition.
Her combat power was almost at the pinnacle in the entire Mondstadt region.
In this situation, attacking a mere Fatui outpost.
The problem was naturally not too big.
But even so, letting his wife go on an adventure.
Kai was still a little worried.
"It's alright, Kai."
As if seeing her husband's concern.
Jean walked over, smiling gently to comfort him.
"I am the Dandelion Knight. Even if a Fatui Harbinger personally showed up, they might not be able to do anything to me. It's just attacking a Fatui outpost."
"There will be no danger."
"This is the only way for now."
Diluc nodded, naturally not thinking that attacking a mere Fatui outpost.
Would cause any trouble for Jean, the Dandelion Knight?
"Alright… But Diluc, do you have any other information about Fatui outposts?"
After a moment of hesitation.
Kai nodded, finally agreeing.
There was no other way.
With the Traveler's strength.
It would still be somewhat difficult to challenge a Fatui outpost alone.
In this situation…
Letting Jean come along was also a last resort.
"Other Fatui strongholds... there are some, yes."
Diluc nodded, pointing to another direction on the map.
"There's a small Fatui stronghold around Springvale."
"In that case, Diluc and I will be responsible for attacking the Springvale stronghold to attract the Fatui's attention, and the Holy Lyre der Himmel will be left to the Traveler and... Jean."
Kai looked at his wife, whispering, "If you really encounter an enemy you can't defeat, hide first."
"If I find that you haven't returned to Mondstadt in time, I'll come rescue you."
"I don't need Kai to rescue me!" Jean grumbled, displeased.
"I'm the Dandelion Knight, I'm very strong."
"It's Kai who..." Jean looked up, her clear eyes filled with worry.
"Be careful."
"Don't worry, I won't get hurt."
Waving his hand, Kai sighed.
He turned and walked out of the tavern.
"Then let's go, Diluc."
"Tonight... we're going to cause some trouble!"