Standing at the edge of the Jade Chamber, high above the clouds, Ningguang looked down upon the sprawling city of Liyue below. The calmness of the scene felt like a fragile balance, one she had carefully crafted through countless negotiations and strategic decisions. The sky was clear, the sea below reflecting the afternoon sun, and the bustle of the harbor could be seen even from this height.

With a deep breath, she turned away from the view, walking across the chamber's polished floor. Papers and reports were neatly stacked on a large table at the center of the room, each one detailing trade agreements, contracts, and the latest developments in Liyue’s ever-growing economy. But today, her mind wasn’t on business alone.

She had received word of a visitor approaching, someone unexpected. Ningguang was no stranger to surprises, but she always made sure to be prepared. With a flick of her hand, she signaled one of her attendants to ensure everything was in order. The Jade Chamber was a symbol of her power and influence, and anyone stepping into it would feel that weight.

As she stood by the table, her fingers lightly brushing across one of the documents, Ningguang’s sharp eyes flicked to the entrance. Whoever this visitor was, they would soon find out that nothing in Liyue happened without her knowing—and that their intentions would be carefully scrutinized.