Genshin x Minecraft: Building the Temple of Virtue

Looking at Keqing enthusiastically getting to work.

Ganyu pursed her lips and softly asked,

"What should I do, Ryen?"

Ryen paused for a moment, then gently replied,

"If Ganyu wants to, you can help collect the eggs and feed the pigs along the way."

"The pigs like carrots; I've placed them in the box at the pasture."

Ganyu nodded eagerly, her eyes squinting happily.

"No problem! Leave it to me!"

With that, Ganyu excitedly turned and left.

The only ones left were Ryen, Ningguang, and the others.

Ningguang surveyed the surroundings.

Everything was square and orderly—something Ningguang had never imagined.

In her bright eyes, a mysterious light flickered constantly.

Her interest in this world was at its peak.

This was an opportunity for Liyue, for her wealth, to grow infinitely.

Just from the brief exposure she had had so far,

Ningguang saw at least a thousand ways to transform these resources and technologies into Mora.

This wasn't some wild, untamed world—this was a goldmine filled with Mora!

"Ryen, is there anything we can help with?"

Ningguang eagerly asked.

Ryen pondered for a moment and took out a notebook. He said,

"For now, there isn't much we need.

This region, Ganyu and I have already thoroughly explored. It contains seven mine shafts backed by the mountains, and resources aren't lacking."

"The forests on either side meet our food needs."

"My initial plan is to establish a manor, which is nearly complete."

"For the second phase, we'll expand outward, transforming the entire village into a fortress."

"Automated aerial work zones and underground eco-resource areas will be set up."

"Then, in the third phase, I plan to make use of that prairie over there."

"Enclosing land, building a city, and developing Redstone technology."

"Of course, the third phase will take some time. Once the second phase is complete, I'll follow this river to explore further."

"Perhaps we'll encounter desert temples and forest manors, among other things."

As Ryen talked about construction, his energy was boundless.

Ningguang didn't feel bored either; though she couldn't fully grasp everything, she could see Ryen's clear, structured planning for this world.

She admired such a meticulous, well-organized approach to work.

Such a person would be the best partner to work with.

Ryen's notebook was filled with detailed writing, even filled with numerous sketches.

"If possible, I'd like to venture deep into the mine shafts to dig up some Obsidian, and then visit the Nether to search for the Nether Fortress."

"Afterward, I'll collect Ender Pearls from Endermen to craft Ender Eyes."

"Then, I'll take a trip to the End, slay the Ender Dragon, and obtain Elytra and Ender Chests—both resources are crucial for me."

"Before all that, I'll need to prepare enchanting tools…"

Ryen continued, lost in thought about his system.

He estimated that after defeating a hundred monsters, a new module would unlock.

And from Ryen's perspective, the Industrial Age was ideal.

Though swords were powerful, there was no immediate need for such overwhelming firepower.

Industrial Age seemed perfect—especially since they now cooperated with Liyue, and manpower was sufficient.

Ryen could easily envision things he had never dared imagine before:

"Nether, End… what kind of places are they?"

Zhongli furrowed his brows, speaking solemnly,

"It just sounds… not very pleasant."

Ryen shrugged and laughed,

"Indeed, it's full of all kinds of monstrous tribes, and it's definitely dangerous. However… the rewards are immense; it's a place we must explore."

With that, Ryen noticed Zhongli seemed troubled and waved his hand with a smile,

"Don't worry, I won't be building a Nether portal anytime soon. Going there now would be like walking into death."

"I can't go to the End for now either."

"This is just a future plan. For now, our focus is still on gathering resources."

After saying that, Ryen suddenly acted as if remembering something and lightly patted his head.

Looking at Xiao, he spoke softly,

"I almost forgot, Xiao—you carry karma, right?"

This karma matter was something Zhongli had privately discussed with him the previous day.

He hoped Ryen could help find a solution for Xiao's karma in this world.

Xiao's karma is troublesome. If left untreated, in a few years…

"Yes, but don't worry, Ryen. I've already asked the Emperor for help to seal it."

"As long as we maintain a distance, it won't affect you."

Xiao's expression was slightly downcast, but he still answered firmly.

Ryen shook his head.

"No, it's not that… you're thinking too much. Your karma won't affect me."

"How should I explain this…"

Ryen scratched his head and spoke in a way Xiao could understand:

"Right now, silently think of your inventory."

Xiao seemed puzzled, glancing at Zhongli, who nodded in response. Trusting Ryen's instructions, Xiao silently thought of his inventory.

In the next moment, Xiao's pupils contracted, staring incredulously at Ryen.

"Ryen…"

"Understand. No need to be surprised."

Ryen smiled and waved his hand lightly, saying softly,

"Should a picture of yourself appear before you? Take a close look—are there ten little hearts on it?"

This time, not only Xiao but also Ningguang and Zhongli followed suit.

Sure enough, their personal images displayed ten little hearts and ten chicken drumsticks.

"The little hearts represent your health, and the chicken drumsticks represent your hunger."

"Remember, in this world, even if your legs are broken, as long as my shared constitution is active, you can still move."

"As long as your hunger bar is full, your health will continuously regenerate."

"Meaning you must always keep your hunger meter full."

Hearing this, Ningguang and Zhongli exchanged a glance.

There was a flicker of uncertainty in their eyes.

"This is truly unconventional…"

"Ryen, then… below the little hearts…"

Xiao pursed his lips, asking with confusion,

"I have an additional black flame symbol. What does that mean?"

Hearing this, Zhongli also looked at Ryen with curiosity.

He didn't have this symbol, but he did have a weathered stone insignia.

Ryen furrowed his brows slightly, murmuring to himself,

"Indeed… apart from this, do you have any other symbols?"

Xiao was about to answer when Zhongli whispered something to him.

Xiao paused briefly and spoke quietly,

"There's also a weathered stone insignia."

Ryen looked at Xiao with surprise, then chuckled bitterly,

"You really are… unlucky, Xiao."

"These symbols represent states that have been inflicted upon you, some positive and some negative."

"From your expression, it seems neither of these symbols represent anything positive."

"Meaning… two debuffs. Or, in terms you can understand—two negative effects."