"You don't need to tell me, I already know! But I also know I don't have the strength. How did you know all this? Among everyone I know, you're nowhere to be found."
The balladeer naturally didn't believe him. If he wasn't there to witness it, how could he know such details? This person in front of him might even be Dottore's companion.
"None of that matters. I know what you're thinking, but don't worry! I have my ways of knowing all this. I ask you, don't you want revenge? I can help you, but the price is... you must leave the Fatui and return to Inazuma."
The mention of this immediately brought the balladeer back to the thought of that heartless woman. Not only did she discard him carelessly, but she also showed no concern afterward, as if he never existed. It was sickening.
However, if dealing with her meant he could resolve another even more disgusting person, it didn't seem entirely out of the question.
But! This was all just from Lu Ze's words. He still needed some proof. A person would never truly believe another's fabricated words without witnessing them firsthand.
He was the same. After a brief moment of thought, he finally agreed to Lu Ze's request, as he had no idea where to find the answers or who else could record them.
He would rather believe that Dottore killed Danyu, than believe that Danyu had escaped.
This so-called falsehood had been a tremendous blow to him.
"That's more like it. Your base shouldn't be far from here, right? Let's finish this quickly and leave. However, I also hope you can remain calm when you see that woman."
Why did he make such a request? It was because he hoped that Ei could truly achieve reunion, even if it was in the past, or if everyone related to her, created in the future, would return.
"I will try my best to control my emotions, but! Don't expect me to do anything for her, that's impossible!"
Lu Ze smiled gently. After all, she was his biological mother. Even if she neglected him, it wouldn't change that fact. He would get used to it gradually. Poor child.
Having lacked maternal love since childhood, he should be given more care as he grew up. A few more home-cooked meals from his mother might just do the trick.
The three of them left Wangsheng Funeral Parlor. Although Hu Tao didn't understand the situation, she dutifully stood by, observing the surrounding scenery as if she had never seen the world before.
After all, Hu Tao had never left Liyue in her life. Seeing the scenery of a foreign land, she couldn't help but act like a curious child.
Following the balladeer, they soon arrived at the Delusion factory. This place was originally managed by the Eleventh Harbinger, Rosalyne, but it was later handed over to the balladeer, while Rosalyne was responsible for causing trouble.
However, with the absence of the Vision Hunt Decree, she couldn't interfere much, and the progress had naturally slowed down considerably.
"Hmm? Why did you bring this man back? What do you mean? Balladeer!"
Rosalyne, who was sitting nearby, merely glanced over and saw someone unexpected.
She had a very deep impression of Lu Ze, especially when Childe challenged him before, not only was he completely defeated, he almost died.
The Cryo Archon had also issued relevant orders not to provoke this person, yet the balladeer brought him back. What was he thinking?
"It's none of your business, Rosalyne! This is my and the Doctor's feud. If you don't want to die, get out of the way! You fearless woman!"
The balladeer had no good impression of Rosalyne. In his memory, Rosalyne was just a sharp-tongued individual, constantly chattering and incredibly annoying.
"You!"
Before Rosalyne could speak, from the dark corner, Dottore, wearing a mask, walked out with a cryptic smile on his face.
"We meet again. Are you here to kill me this time?"
Lu Ze knew very well who Dottore was referring to. After all, the two of them had clashed in the Palais Mermonia last time. He didn't know which of Dottore's segments it was, but he managed to escape.
It was truly a pity. Not being able to kill Dottore was regrettable.
"Yes! We meet again. Unlike last time, you won't escape this time. Although I know this body is not your true form, every one less is one less. Just don't let me find your true form!"
As he spoke, Lu Ze walked up to Dottore with a smile, holding his Skyward Blade. The heat emanating from the Skyward Blade made Dottore sweat.
"May I ask how I offended you? To want to kill me so badly, is it worth it?"
Dottore naturally knew he couldn't win, so he could only see if a deal could be struck. If a fair resolution could be reached, it would be a good outcome for both sides.
"How did you offend me? Let me tell you! You've offended me in every way imaginable! Not only your disgusting experiments, but you also conducted human experiments?
Furthermore, you were involved in the confinement of the Dendro Archon, and the incident at Tatarasuna also has your mark. I can only say! If there were a death list, you would definitely be on it!"
Such people were a waste of air and food in Teyvat! It would be better to resolve them sooner rather than later, to avoid future trouble.
"Oh? Then there's nothing for us to discuss? You know, I have many segments. Even if you chase me to the ends of the earth, you won't be able to kill them all. And I am a hidden danger. Are you sure you want to proceed like this?"
Come to think of it, that was true.
No one knew how many segments Dottore had, nor how many people he had replicated. From old age to youth, from youth to adolescence, every stage of life was represented.
According to him, using different age groups allowed him to observe and obtain different results.
In this case, his family and friends might be in danger, but the premise was! His family and friends were not weak at all! Did he think he could pull off this little scheme?
Even Hu Tao, who was by his side, had the protection of Morax, let alone others.
"Put away your little schemes. Your handful of people can't touch me in the slightest. When you can finally defeat me, then we can talk about terms! To have a trade, both sides must at least be on the same level. Therefore! You are not worthy!"
The Skyward Blade in his hand directly pierced Dottore's body. Crimson flames spread throughout his entire being from the center. The balladeer beside him chuckled.
His enemy died right before his eyes. Was it that easy?