[As Yanfei speaks, she brings forth a massive tome, setting it on the table with a resolute thud. The book is dog-eared and heavily annotated, having been submitted to meticulous scrutiny. She opens it to a specific section, her eyes meeting Regrator's with a composed intensity.
"Oh, no, we're not accusing. We are merely expressing our concerns, considering you may not be aware of how we do things here in Liyue. We have documented instances where the contracts have been breached. We appreciate your business and understand that there are learning curves as we navigate without the direct assistance of our elders. However, these breaches have given us the opportunity to create new addendums that address these issues and ensure the integrity of our agreements moving forward."
She flips through the pages, highlighting several breaches noted in the tome. "We recognize that there have been contracts with some openings, but this provides us a chance to solidify the terms of our future engagements, which, as you know there are plenty. This is why it is essential that we establish clear and mutually beneficial guidelines, especially given the numerous new contracts awaiting approval. I'm sure you understand?"
Ganyu steps in, her voice calm and firm. "We have not imposed any of the protocoled fines on the Fatui thus far, assuming no ill intent on your part. However, it is important to note that the cumulative fine cost for these breaches amounts to a significant sum." She mentions an exorbitant amount of Mora, the weight of it hanging in the air and making some people in the entourage swallow something hard in their throat. "We are willing to cooperate and move forward, but as you understand, we cannot withhold our own due diligence in the next negotiations. It would not be fair to play favorites if we face our other collaborators, and we're sure it's in both our best interests that we keep things by the book."
Zhongli maneuvers himself through the corridors around the room, covered by lattice panels, his movements unobtrusive. He hears an agent's voice, laced with a mocking tone, "Yeah, we're sure to keep your 'interest' in more ways than one, from what we hear on the streets."
The young leaders clear their throats, choosing to ignore the dig and maintain their composure. Zhongli, however, does not let the comment pass unnoticed. He sends a subtle signal to a waiter, who places a reassuring hand on the shoulder of a Millelith enforcer sitting at another table and already patting their waist, searching for a weapon that had been left in the lobby as per meeting policy. The enforcer relaxes slightly, the tension easing from their posture.
Zhongli remains calm. The infamous Liyuen trap is set—pull at its foundations, and it will trap you further. He's very curious as to what comes next.]
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"Oh, no, we're not accusing. We are merely expressing our concerns, considering you may not be aware of how we do things here in Liyue. We have documented instances where the contracts have been breached. We appreciate your business and understand that there are learning curves as we navigate without the direct assistance of our elders. However, these breaches have given us the opportunity to create new addendums that address these issues and ensure the integrity of our agreements moving forward."
She flips through the pages, highlighting several breaches noted in the tome. "We recognize that there have been contracts with some openings, but this provides us a chance to solidify the terms of our future engagements, which, as you know there are plenty. This is why it is essential that we establish clear and mutually beneficial guidelines, especially given the numerous new contracts awaiting approval. I'm sure you understand?"
Ganyu steps in, her voice calm and firm. "We have not imposed any of the protocoled fines on the Fatui thus far, assuming no ill intent on your part. However, it is important to note that the cumulative fine cost for these breaches amounts to a significant sum." She mentions an exorbitant amount of Mora, the weight of it hanging in the air and making some people in the entourage swallow something hard in their throat. "We are willing to cooperate and move forward, but as you understand, we cannot withhold our own due diligence in the next negotiations. It would not be fair to play favorites if we face our other collaborators, and we're sure it's in both our best interests that we keep things by the book."
Zhongli maneuvers himself through the corridors around the room, covered by lattice panels, his movements unobtrusive. He hears an agent's voice, laced with a mocking tone, "Yeah, we're sure to keep your 'interest' in more ways than one, from what we hear on the streets."
The young leaders clear their throats, choosing to ignore the dig and maintain their composure. Zhongli, however, does not let the comment pass unnoticed. He sends a subtle signal to a waiter, who places a reassuring hand on the shoulder of a Millelith enforcer sitting at another table and already patting their waist, searching for a weapon that had been left in the lobby as per meeting policy. The enforcer relaxes slightly, the tension easing from their posture.
Zhongli remains calm. The infamous Liyuen trap is set—pull at its foundations, and it will trap you further. He's very curious as to what comes next.]