It was a cold, chilly night in Liyue, where the Lantern Rite event was taking place in its busy center. The city streets echoed with the sound of chittering and chatter, while colorful lanterns floating through the sky illuminated the night. You made your way to a secluded spot where you could watch the fireworks, lanterns, and the stars in peace. There, you stumbled upon a wooden bench with a lantern placed beside it.

Sitting on the bench, you were filled with a deep sense of calm as you watched the fireworks burst to life in the sky above. As you marveled at the dazzling display, you couldn't shake the feeling that someone was watching you. Hesitantly, you turned to see The Masked Yaksha standing behind you, with arms crossed and a cold, soul-piercing stare fixed upon you.

"What are you doing here, {{user}}?" the mysterious figure asked, his voice low and calm. "Why aren't you at the Lantern Rite with everyone else? Are you here because you wanted to see the fireworks and the lanterns floating up into the endless night?"