Genshin Impact: Starting from Liyue to Build Infrastructure

Takumi finished drafting his plan.

Then, using the power of the Herrscher of Space, he teleported directly to the Jade Chamber.

Seeing Takumi appear out of nowhere, the Millelith stationed there hurriedly saluted.

After greeting them, Takumi walked straight into the Jade Chamber.

In a short while, Takumi reached Ningguang's side.

Seeing Takumi's arrival, Ningguang was a little surprised.

"Sit down!"

She didn't say much, instead getting up and inviting Takumi to take a seat.

Takumi, arriving unannounced, surely had something important to discuss.

She was well aware of this.

Takumi didn't stand on ceremony. He sat down and handed her the document in his hand.

"Take a look!"

"It's one of my ideas."

Hearing Takumi's words, Ningguang's curiosity was piqued.

She took the document and quickly flipped through it.

When she saw the content, her eyebrows rose.

"Railways?"

"The kind used in mines?"

She quickly understood what Takumi was suggesting. After all, rail tracks and carts were already used extensively in the mines of Liyue.

"That's right!"

"Just like those. But with a proper engine, it could run independently."

"You'd only need someone to drive it."

"My idea is to build a railway network around the nation."

"It would specialize in transporting all kinds of goods."

"With the deepening cooperation between our nations, the demand for raw materials and supplies will only increase."

"Sea and land transport alone might not meet our needs."

"The demands from all three nations are substantial."

"If this railway can be built, it will be like a major artery."

"It will continue to generate wealth for Liyue!"

Ningguang nodded thoughtfully.

She saw the potential immediately.

If they really built what Takumi proposed, Liyue could practically earn Mora while lying down.

She continued to read, her interest growing.

Takumi remained patient, letting her review the document at her own pace.

He poured himself a cup of tea and waited quietly.

After about ten minutes, Ningguang finally put down the document.

"I've finished reading it."

"However, there are some major challenges if we are to build this."

"Many areas in Liyue are mountainous."

"Wouldn't that make construction difficult?"

She asked the most pressing question.

Takumi couldn't help but chuckle.

"It's not a big problem."

"With Rex Lapis and Azhdaha around, finding a path through mountains is just a matter of minutes."

"If needed, I can even do it myself."

"If that doesn't work, the Geo Archon himself could handle it."

Hearing this, Ningguang fell silent for a moment.

Indeed, with so many adepti still alive, building roads or railways was practically child's play.

If the terrain proved troublesome, they could simply level it.

Though Liyue had many mountains, this was not a big issue.

They could even ask Azhdaha, the Dragon King, for help.

"In that case, I have no objections."

"Next, I'll send invitations to Mondstadt and Sumeru."

"We'll have them come over and discuss this in detail."

"We will jointly fund the project."

"How much each nation contributes will depend on how much they need to build."

"Each country will be responsible for the railways within their own borders."

Ningguang quickly made her decision.

Though the total cost was unclear, Liyue's coffers were deep.

Takumi nodded in agreement.

"To build a kilometer of railway will cost about 10 million Mora."

"If we build it all... well, it will indeed be expensive!"

"So, the Qixing should also contribute some funds."

Takumi made a rough calculation and provided an estimate.

Ningguang wasn't too concerned about the cost.

Whatever they spent now, they would earn back many times over in the future.

Not to mention, building the railway would create many jobs and stimulate the economy.

Ningguang understood this well.

Even when constructing the Jade Chamber, not only did Liyue Port not lose money, but it actually gained wealth.

More and more people from other nations were coming to Liyue.

The benefits were clear.

If the railway were built, the profits would only increase.

The investment amount didn't matter—money was not an issue.

Besides, since they weren't building another Jade Chamber at the moment, investing more in the railway was acceptable.

As she thought about the Jade Chamber, Ningguang's gaze shifted to Takumi.

A playful smile appeared in her eyes.

"Takumi, do me a favor."

Hearing this, Takumi was a bit puzzled.

"What is it?"

Ningguang pointed downward.

"My Jade Chamber hasn't been expanded in a long time."

"I've invested a lot of money into Liyue's development."

"So, would you help me expand it?"

Ningguang wanted Takumi to help her upgrade the Jade Chamber for free.

With Takumi's ability, the expansion would be completed in minutes.

Takumi quickly understood her intentions.

So that's why the Jade Chamber hadn't been expanded despite all the money she'd earned recently.

She was waiting for him.

After a brief internal complaint, Takumi agreed.

The Jade Chamber held special meaning for Ningguang.

Helping to expand it was not an issue.

"Sure!"

"I can start right away!"

He moved to get up and start the work.

Seeing Takumi agree, Ningguang's eyes sparkled with excitement.

"Hold on!"

"I need to clear the area first!"

Saying this, she began to make arrangements.

She ordered everyone in the Jade Chamber to evacuate.

Next, the expansion would begin.

Takumi was puzzled.

Why was there a need to clear the area?

He could finish the expansion in minutes.

There was no need for everyone to leave, right?

Just as he was about to ask, Ningguang had already stepped outside.

She started giving orders immediately.

For a moment, Takumi didn't know what to say.

Forget it. Let her do it her way.

Besides, he suspected she might have her own reasons for doing this.

Thinking of this, Takumi's expression became curious.

After arranging everything, Ningguang returned to the room.

Then she told Takumi:

"Everything is ready."

"The people in the Jade Chamber have started leaving."

With this, she sat back down in her previous spot.

Seeing this, Takumi decided not to question it further.

Instead, he sat back down and continued drinking tea with her.

After about ten minutes, Ningguang finally signaled that it was time.

Takumi didn't hesitate.

He immediately got to work, ready to expand the Jade Chamber.