The legendary Law of IQ Transmission, which states that under certain conditions, IQ transfers from higher to lower, eventually tending towards equality.
IQ is not created nor does it disappear from nothing, also known as the Law of IQ Conservation.
Once one follows Arataki Itto's train of thought, it is easy to have their IQ lowered by him.
Feng Yi quickly shook her head, regaining clarity, and from this moment on, resolved to minimize interaction with Arataki Itto and maintain a two-meter distance, lest she be dragged down the drain by him again.
After waiting for about half an hour, a merchant ship appeared in sight, sailing slowly.
As the merchant ship drew closer, everyone could see its full appearance, and the flag of the 'Crux' fleet was clearly displayed.
"It's a merchant ship from Liyue!"
Feng Yi nodded, it seemed Guoba and the others had arrived first.
"Hooray! They're finally here, Yuanbao has been waiting for so, so long!"
Yuanbao watched as the merchant ship docked and happily went forward to welcome them.
"Yuantai, Ashou, Akong, it's a merchant ship from Liyue, quick... quick, get the banner to welcome Guoba!"
Arataki Itto recognized it as a Liyue merchant ship and quickly ordered his subordinates to take out the corresponding welcome banner. At such a crucial moment, they couldn't get it wrong.
Unfurling the banner to welcome Guoba, Arataki Itto led his subordinates forward, standing behind Yuanbao to cheer, offering a warm welcome.
"Brother Albedo, look, it's Yuanbao and Feng Yi! Hooray!"
Suddenly, a red figure appeared on the deck, looking around with excitement.
"It's Klee! Wow... over here, Klee, Yuanbao is here!"
Yuanbao jumped and waved, the artilleryman of the Fish-Blasting Squad had arrived first.
"What? Klee from Mondstadt arrived first? This is unreasonable! Can someone tell me why someone from Mondstadt is on a Liyue merchant ship?"
Arataki Itto's clapping and welcoming gesture froze as he heard Yuanbao's shout, his expression one of disbelief, as if he had seen a ghost.
He felt like fate was toying with his emotions...
However, there was still a chance to salvage the situation, so he quickly ordered his subordinates to take down the banner welcoming Guoba.
"Akong, quick... quickly put away this banner. Yuantai, Ashou, unfurl the banner to welcome Klee. Hurry up, look natural, as if nothing happened..."
Arataki Itto flusteredly issued commands until Klee disembarked and came before them, at which point they managed to change banners.
"Yuanbao, long time no see, who are these people?"
Klee and Yuanbao hugged happily, and after a moment of playful interaction, she looked up at the Arataki Gang members behind Yuanbao with confusion.
"Hahahahahaha... Little Klee, we are Inazuma's most popular Arataki Gang. Everyone in the Arataki Gang is talented, speaks well, and is easy to get along with. We have fun and feasting every day. We are the best gang in Teyvat, would you like to join us?"
"As for my titles, they are 'Arataki - The One Who Stands Above All - Itto', 'Arataki - Sumo Oni King - Itto', 'Arataki - Pride of the Oni - Itto', 'Arataki - Kabutomushi Gladiator - Itto', 'Arataki - King of Card Games - Itto', 'Arataki - Can Lose, But Never Admits Defeat, True Man - Itto'."
These are the names I often use, you can pick your favorite and call me anything you like, don't be polite, hahahahahaha..."
Before Yuanbao could introduce them, Arataki Itto preemptively boasted about his gang without a hint of shame.
The moment he saw her, he knew that this child named Klee was no ordinary person, possessing a trait similar to his own (causing trouble and being confined), and was exactly the kind of talent the Arataki Gang needed!
"Arataki Gang? What is it? Can I go fishing if I join?"
Klee tilted her head and looked at the strange adult.
"Of course! It's not a problem at all. In the Arataki Gang, you can fish as much as you want. I know where the most fish schools are!"
Arataki Itto slapped his chest and agreed without hesitation.
Fishing? What a trivial matter!
Arataki Itto had no worries about the trouble fishing might cause. Even if they caused any issues and the Tenryou Commission came knocking, didn't they have Shinobu?
As long as Shinobu was there, nothing would be a problem!
"Then Klee can consider it..."
Klee thought the offer was quite good and was a little tempted.
"Hello, I am Klee's brother - Albedo. If Klee causes any trouble during our stay in Inazuma, please bear with us..."
Albedo had a preliminary assessment of Arataki Itto, finding that although he appeared unrestrained, he possessed a pure and kind heart, which was quite rare.
"Lord Albedo? That name sounds familiar, I think I've heard it somewhere before, hahahahahaha... Regardless, you are most welcome! I hope you have a wonderful time in Inazuma!"
Arataki Itto felt like he had heard the name Albedo somewhere before, but couldn't recall it immediately. With so many people watching, he decided not to dwell on it, patting the other man's shoulder and laughing heartily to show his warm welcome.
Albedo nodded gratefully and said nothing more. He had been wondering earlier if the 'tears' written on the welcome banner was a typo.
But after interacting with Arataki Itto, he understood.
"Albedo, long time no see!"
"Long time no see, Mr. Feng Yi."
"Welcome to Inazuma. I've already arranged for your accommodation... By the way, Albedo, why are you on Liyue's 'Crux' merchant ship?"
Feng Yi also walked over, offering her welcome while also expressing her confusion.
Arataki Itto echoed her sentiment, he was also very curious why Klee from Mondstadt was on a Liyue merchant ship!
It had caused him so much trouble, and he had welcomed the wrong person.
"Uh... it's a long story. Mondstadt's merchant ships have all been requisitioned by the Knights of Favonius to transport supplies to Grand Master Dandelion who is fighting on the front lines, so we had to take a detour. Fortunately, someone from Liyue was traveling with us, saving us the trouble of building our own ship..."
Unaware of Albedo's identity as an alchemist, Arataki Itto, upon hearing that Albedo had almost built his own ship to cross from Mondstadt to Inazuma, couldn't help but gasp.
Was he that extravagant?
He could just build a ship capable of crossing the ocean on a whim?
Wait, Arataki Itto suddenly remembered that Albedo had just said that someone from Liyue was traveling with them?!
Doesn't that mean...
"Akong, Ashou, Yuantai, quickly, quickly... unfurl the banner to welcome Guoba!"
Arataki Itto frantically directed his subordinates to unfurl another banner.
"Guoba? We need to disembark quickly, don't keep them waiting too long... Alright! Guoba the food thief, I've finally caught you!"