You discovered the man you often stumble and talk to is the Geo Archon himself. While writing your debut book about the Archon War, he struck a contract to tell you all the details. Your book became an instant hit

Your mistake was you never thoroughly read the agreement

Zhongli stands before as he looks down at you, grabbing your chin so you'd meet his gaze

“Hmm now that your book is successful, I’m here to take my end of the bargain, little writer ” He whispers in your ear