"Long ago in the age of the raging gods, there existed a trio of indomitable warriors who protected the land against the insane gods. Each warrior possessed the power of the gods themselves. One wielded a spear made of the strongest metal known to mankind, using his power over geo to defeat and seal other gods away forever. One held a catalyst with the ability to weave powerful spells with her dust. And finally, One that wielded the most powerful claymore in all of Liyue. This god held the corrosive power of Aso, an element that contained much power." Customers sitting near the performance carefully listened as Iron Tongue Tian continued his tale. Some members of the audience even stopped their muffled conversation to listen to the latest story.
"Together, these warriors were nigh uncontestable, with the warrior of geo creating the mountains of Liyue. The warrior of dust fertilizing the ground to bear delicious fruits and soaring trees. The warrior of Aso carving the way for rivers and lakes. And this was all just done while they fought against the power hungry gods seeking to tear apart their domain. Yet never once did they falter in the sight of even the most terrifying of sea monsters. But this strength was destined to erode over time." His voice carried a deep melancholic tone as if he had personally witnessed these events. But even still the crowd stilled in anticipation, a certain amber eyed customer closed his eyes as Tian unfolded his decorated fan.
"On a night after a ferocious battle the warrior of dust settled under the moon. Her hands full of glaze lilies which seemed to bloom even more under her soft hands. The warrior of geo had just left after a cool dance with her, his eyes warm as they pronounced their love for each other. And yet it would seem fate would not let them have their way as within the next few seconds corrupt gods surrounded the unaware goddess. And by the time the nearby warrior of geo heard the commotion, all that was left was a pile of dust." The Iron Tongues words seemed to meld themselves into the crowd, leaving them cold as if they had just let the love of their life die alone. To which a customer remained stoic as if resolving to himself to remain seated.
"Terrified of what could have befallen his other friend, the warrior of geo pushed himself from the amounting grief and flew to his friend's location, spear in hand and a determination as strong as a mountain. But once again he had arrived just too late. The power of Aso had swept away the assassins and parts of the land but in the end the corrupt gods had weakened the warrior before he could stop them. With a god killing blade in his heart and just a limb remaining the warrior of Aso was put to eternal rest in the beyond. And so with his love and his best friend slain the warrior of geo finally cracked. But before he could finally end his suffering a whisper entered his ears." Food was starting to turn cold as the crowd immersed in the story, some in shock at the situation while others felt grief. The ever stoic patron remained still in his seat as if memories resurfacing.
" 'You mustn't falter now, Morax. Do you want to let our sacrifices go in vain?' The warrior of Aso whispered. 'The enemy is preparing to strike at the heart of our efforts, the very reason we exist. Take my blessing and protect… them…' Before the warrior of geo could respond he felt his power increase tenfold as the light in his best friend's eye faded. Grief tried to worm its way into the crack but the mountain that was the warrior of geo decimated it with his sheer might alone. Empowered by the last of his friend's life he bounded over the mountains as he raced to protect the last of what he could. The insane gods had no idea what hit them as tremors and soon mountains shook the land. And they didn't even get a chance to resist as the mighty warrior slew them instantly. The land became a mess of mountains and destruction due to the aftermath of Morax's crippling attacks and so with the last of his friend's power he eroded a pathway to where Liyue stands today. The people rejoiced and Morax protected them along the melted path. After stability was brought he left to finish what he started, eventually becoming an Archon." At last Tian had finished his tale and so he bowed as the customers applauded and cheered. The amber eyed individual opened his eyes and looked down at his food, but his appetite was long gone. He left behind the mora for his food and quickly left, deciding to pay Xiao a visit.
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