Genshin Impact: The Sharpshooter of Teyvat

Chapter 1227 Mavica, a Great Helper

Seeing Mavica's lively and humorous demeanor, Shao Yun's initial embarrassment dissipated considerably, and he smiled ingratiatingly, saying:

"Haha, you're quite humorous... No need for stars and the moon, I'm not that greedy. It's just a small, practical matter I'd like to ask for your help with."

Seeing that her teasing had relaxed Shao Yun and earned his "humorous" approval, Mavica was even happier.

"Haha, alright, I won't tease you anymore. Tell me, what do you need from me? As long as it doesn't violate Nata's rules, I'll help you."

Shao Yun took a deep breath, unconsciously fidgeting with his hands in front of him for a few seconds, organizing his thoughts before speaking:

"Well, have you ever heard of Ningguang? She's the Tianquan star of Liyue."

He had assumed that Mavica was someone he had only "heard of" before, but before he could finish speaking, Mavica pulled out a wanted poster with the official seal of Liyue from behind her.

The image of Ningguang was clearly printed on it, along with the words "Suspected of endangering the stability of Liyue, wanted throughout Teyvat".

“I know, it’s the person on this poster, right?” Mavica handed the wanted poster to Shao Yun and said calmly.

Ian Shane just delivered the arrest warrant. It was supposed to be delivered by Ginitch, but he didn't have time.

Why didn't Kinich have time? Because Xinoning commissioned Kinich to find parts in the wild to make the machine for Shao Yun that could perform ultra-high temperature sterilization and sealing of milk...

Mavica showed the wanted poster in her hand to Shao Yun and said, "I know. Just now, Ianshan delivered the Liyue faction's wanted poster for Ningguang to the headquarters. What's wrong?"

Seeing that Mavica not only knew Ningguang but had also received a wanted notice from Liyue, Shao Yun felt relieved.

In this way, he no longer needed to explain Ningguang's identity and background, making things much simpler.

He then told Mavka in detail about the ins and outs of the Liyue coup, and how Ningguang went from being the all-powerful star of Tianquan to being forced to flee and eventually settle down in his home.

Mavica listened quietly, without interrupting or showing the slightest hint of doubt.

After Shao Yun finished speaking, she looked at the wanted poster in her hand, a hint of disdain flashing in her eyes.

With a "whoosh," a flame ignited in his hand, setting the paper ablaze.

The orange-red flames quickly devoured the words and images on the wanted poster, soon turning it into a pile of ashes.

"Since Ningguang was framed and is staying at your house temporarily, how could I possibly do anything to her just because of a random wanted poster issued by Liyue?"

Mavica dusted off her hands, her tone tinged with disdain.

"Besides, Liyue is a hundred and eight thousand miles away from Nata. Do you think they would send people across such a long distance to Nata to arrest people? This is my territory, and it is not up to outsiders to interfere."

After saying that, she couldn't help but sigh, "I never imagined that something like this would happen in Liyue, so far away. It's truly heartbreaking..."

The thought of Ningguang, once a powerful figure who controlled the lifeline of Liyue's business, now reduced to a state of utter destitution, unable to even return to her homeland, stirred a pang of sympathy in Mavica's heart.

"Falling from the clouds to the mud, the psychological gap is hard for anyone to bear."

Seeing that Mavica showed sympathy for Ningguang, Shao Yun knew the time was ripe, so he spoke up and deliberately softened his tone.

“She really has nothing now, and even basic living has become a problem.”

"Considering how kind she was to me and Ying in Liyue and how much she helped us, I'd like to find her a position with you. It doesn't have to be a high-ranking one, just enough for her to have a decent job in Nata and be able to support herself. Is that alright?"

He deliberately added the words "Is that okay?" at the end, implying a sense of negotiation, not wanting his request to seem too abrupt.

When Mavica heard Shao Yun explicitly mention "seeking an official position," and recalling his earlier statement that Ningguang had once managed Liyue's commerce, she instantly realized what was going on.

Shao Yun came specifically to ask him to "pull strings" so that Ningguang could be given a suitable position in the leadership department.

"Official position? You want her to have a position similar to a formal staff member in the control room?"

Shao Yun didn't really understand the Nata's office hierarchy and didn't know which positions were suitable for Ningguang, so he could only guess based on Ningguang's strengths.

Upon hearing Mavica's question, he nodded quickly and gave an example based on his understanding:

"That's pretty much the idea! Like accounting or something... You know, she used to be a big businesswoman, and she's particularly good at managing accounts and finances, so she'd definitely be fine doing that kind of work."

He thought that "accountant" was an easy and suitable position that would allow Ningguang to make good use of her strengths without being too tiring. However, he did not expect that as soon as he finished speaking, Mavica's expression changed, and she showed a "difficult" look on her face and even sighed softly.

"You're really putting me in a difficult position. The office is not short of ordinary staff right now, especially positions like warehouse bookkeeping and basic accounting. They're full long ago, there are no vacancies at all."

She paused, then added a more practical question.

"Even if there are vacancies, we can't just add people like that. We have to follow the procedures. I can't break the rules for Ningguang, can I?"

Upon hearing this, Shao Yun's heart skipped a beat; he hadn't expected the positions in the leadership office to be so saturated.

Shouldn't the Nata people be out having fun in battle? How come they're still at full strength?

But now that things had come to this, he had no other choice but to bite the bullet, swallow his pride, and earnestly plead:

"That's why I came here specifically to ask you for help! If I could find a solution easily, I wouldn't have asked, and I certainly wouldn't want to put you in a difficult position."

"I really have no other choice, Mavica, please help me! I don't ask for much, it doesn't have to be an important position, just some easy work so Ningguang can support herself, have a place to live, and earn some pocket money each month to cover her daily expenses."

"Even simple tasks like organizing trade documents and checking simple accounts for the head office are fine! Now that Nata's abyss crisis is over, we'll definitely need professionals for future trade with foreign countries!"

"Keeping these people alive will definitely be very useful in the future!"

Although Mavica felt it was tricky to find a suitable job for Ningguang, well...

In terms of official matters, Shao Yun is a great hero who saved Nata, pulling Nata back from danger twice.

One instance was repelling the invasion of the Abyss forces and protecting Nata.

Another instance was the recent war when the Fools attempted to seize the Heart of God. If it weren't for Shao Yun's intervention, who knows how many people in Nata would have died.

They've made such a great contribution, and now they're asking for my help, all they ask for is a job that can support them.

Privately, her love for Shao Yun never truly faded; she simply suppressed it deep in her heart.

Now that Shao Yun has taken the initiative to come to her for help, it has touched the soft spot in her heart once again.

Even if it's just to make him happy, she should think of a way. Besides, it's just a matter of her saying a few words.

"Alright, since you've asked me for a favor, I'll agree." Mavica gritted her teeth and agreed.

As soon as she finished speaking, she thoughtfully added, "How about this, you bring Miss Ningguang to the head office to find me later."

"I will arrange her work according to her abilities; you don't need to worry about her accommodation or meals, I will arrange everything for her so that she can settle down in Nata."

Shao Yun was overjoyed that not only had Mavica agreed, but she had also taken care of Ningguang's food and lodging arrangements, completely eliminating his worries. He quickly said:

"Thank you, Mavica! You've really helped me a lot! How about I treat you to dinner tonight as a small token of my appreciation? Consider it a thank you for arranging so many things for Ningguang."

When Mavica heard the words "invite me to dinner," her heart skipped a beat, and a barely perceptible longing flashed in her eyes, but she quickly suppressed it.

She gently shook her head, declining Shao Yun's offer with a helpless yet firm refusal.

"Forget it, there's no need to go to so much trouble. I'm afraid that if I have dinner alone with you, my love for you will rekindle... I finally managed to suppress these feelings, and I don't want to repeat the same mistake. It's better to keep some distance."

She spoke very frankly, without hiding her concerns at all, which instantly made the atmosphere at the scene a little awkward.

Shao Yun hadn't expected Mavica to speak so frankly, and was momentarily speechless. He opened his mouth but didn't know how to respond, so he could only awkwardly say:

"Okay, then... let's talk about it another time when there's a chance. It was my oversight."

Seeing that Shao Yun was somewhat embarrassed, Mavica quickly adjusted her mindset and tried to make her tone more relaxed.

She waved her hand and smiled to defuse the awkward situation.

"Don't say that, I didn't mean to blame you. Okay, let's talk about it another time..."

"Maybe one day when I'm training in the field, I'll happen to pass by your house and go to your house to ask for a drink of water. That would be a way of being 'treated' by your family."

……

In short, all the preliminary preparations for Ningguang to find a job in Nata have been completed.

Not only was it confirmed that Mavika would personally handle the arrangements, but even accommodation and work direction were also settled.

In Shao Yun's view, this job, personally overseen by the God of Fire, is far more valuable than an ordinary position.

Although Nata has always been a society where "military prowess is valued more than civil skills," the Nata Council is, after all, the highest authority in Nata.

Ningguang's appointment to a position there is equivalent to directly entering the core management level of Nata, which is truly equivalent to enjoying the treatment of a "vice-national level" and a "ministerial level".

For Ningguang, who has nothing now, a job that can support her is the only way for her to regain her footing and dignity in Nata.

Why not get rid of a hot potato yourself?

……