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Compared to many other characters in the world of Teyvat, high-quality fan creations featuring Ningguang and Beidou were surprisingly rare. However, among those few pieces of content, there were some absolute gems that were incredibly entertaining. Xu Luo planned to adapt a classic video for this second broadcastâone that placed the elegant, cold, and composed Lady Tianquan and the boisterous Captain of the Crux Fleet into a rather peculiar situation.
He couldn't help but wonder how the always dignified Ningguang would react to seeing herself in such a parody. As for Beidou, she was known for her hearty laughter and thick skin; she likely wouldn't be bothered by something so trivial. Regardless, Xu Luo was convinced there was a spark of something interesting in the rivalry between those two, so he decided to lean into it.
He finished his meal at Wanmin Restaurant, settled the bill, and headed back toward his rental house near the harbor. As he walked, he reached into his mind, accessing the system to construct the next video from his memories. He felt the familiar hum of the interface as it synchronized with the world's energy.
The Teyvat Second Creation Live Broadcast Room is now open! Good afternoon to all our viewers and friends across the continent!
Just like the day before, the mysterious screen manifested in the sky, visible to everyone from the snowy peaks of Dragonspine to the humid jungles of Sumeru.
Venti enters the live broadcast room.
Childe enters the live broadcast room.
Kageroumaru enters the live broadcast room.
Ying enters the live broadcast room.
Ying'er enters the live broadcast room.
Xu Hao enters the live broadcast room.
Keqing enters the live broadcast room.
Raiden Shogun enters the live broadcast room.
Ei enters the live broadcast room.
Kamisato Ayato enters the live broadcast room.
Thoma enters the live broadcast room.
Paimon: Oh! That weird live broadcast thing is back again!
Ying: I wonder who the unlucky victim is going to be this time.
Arataki Itto: Hey! If this thing has any actual taste, it should put me on the screen. It's time the whole world got to see a real hero in action!
Kuki Shinobu: Boss, that's not showing off. That's just embarrassing yourself in front of every nation at once. Please, let's try to keep a low profile for a change.
Arataki Itto: Come on, Shinobu! Just imagine me looking all cool and handsome up there. It definitely wouldn't be like that disaster with the Liyue Yuheng yesterday.
Keqing: Arataki Itto! If it weren't for the Sakoku Decree and the distance between our nations, I'd come over there right now and teach you some manners!
Arataki Itto: Bring it on! Who's afraid of who? I'm the head of the Arataki Gang and the greatest brawler in Inazuma. I'm not scared of some girl who sells beef offal for a living!
Amber: Wow, this guy named Itto is really full of himself, isn't he?
Paimon: Paimon doesn't know why, but she gets the feeling that this guy isn't very smart.
Ying: Paimon, I don't think you're really in a position to be calling other people "not smart."
Kuki Shinobu: Well, I have to admit, the boss does have a bit of a... unique way of thinking.
Arataki Itto: Hey! Shinobu, whose side are you on anyway?
Beidou: I've heard of this Arataki fellow. It's true that his head isn't bolted on quite right. I even heard rumors that he spends his days winning snacks and toys away from the local kids.
Arataki Itto: Hey, it wasn't robbing! I won those fair and square through my own talent and strength! A win is a win!
Paimon: Oh, so he's basically just a big bully.
Arataki Itto: This uncle is a proud gang leader! You got a problem with that? You want to go?
Xu Luo watched the chat with a grin. This Arataki Itto was certainly brave. Since he was so eager to be featured, Xu Luo made a mental note to put him in a video very soon. However, for today, it was time to focus on the powerful duo of Ningguang and Beidou.
The program currently being broadcast is: The Date of Beidou and Ningguang.
As soon as the title flashed across the screen in bold letters, the two women in question were stunned.
Beidou: Wait, what in the world? Is this some kind of joke?
Ningguang: This is... unexpected.
Keqing: First it was me, and now it's Ningguang? Is this live broadcast room intentionally targeting the leadership of Liyue?
Kaeya: It's hard to say for sure. It might just be a very funny coincidence.
Gorou: A date? But... aren't they both women?
Yae Miko: Oh, little general, there's nothing strange about two women going on a date. In fact, it can be quite entertaining to watch.
Amber: Whatever happens, I just hope it stays away from me. I don't want to see any weird versions of myself on that screen.
As the title faded away, the screen flickered to reveal a scene under the pale moonlight. The setting was a small, ornate pavilion surrounded by water. Beidou and Ningguang sat facing one another at a low table. Strangely, the pavilion was situated in a very shallow pond, and both women had their shoes off, soaking their feet in the cool water.
Despite the odd location, they appeared to be on a genuine date. Beidou was dressed in her usual pirate attire, but Ningguang was wearing an exquisite, flowing blue dress that shimmered like the evening sky.
Beidou: Oh, Ningguang. I have to say, I didn't expect you to invite me out tonight, let alone dress up so fancy.
Ningguang: It was well worth the effort just to receive a rare compliment from the Captain of the Alcor.
Beidou: No, I'm serious. That dress looks great on you. It really suits your style.
Ningguang: Thank you. And it wasn't just the dress; I even took the extra time to put on makeup today.
Beidou: Really? Well, no wonder you look so polished.
The dialogue between them felt a bit stiff and awkward, with Beidou acting like a classic "straight man" who was oblivious to social cues. However, what Ningguang said next was what truly set the viewers' hearts racing with gossip.
Ningguang leaned forward slightly, her eyes locking onto Beidou's with an intensity that made the captain shift uncomfortably in her seat. "Actually, Beidou, I didn't just invite you here to talk about the fleet or the trade laws. I wanted to tell you that..."