Jing Yuan/Dialogue

==Visitor Verification==
After completing , Jing Yuan will periodically appear in the Astral Express' Parlor Car.
===Some things must be seen...===
;(Idle quote)
:Jing Yuan: Some things must be seen to be believed...
;(Initial interaction)
: Jing Yuan: Some things must be seen to be believed. The Express is so much more interesting than the Seat of Divine Foresight...
: What an unexpected guest...
:: Jing Yuan: When I heard that the Cloudstrider's legendary chromatic echelon had arrived at the Luofu, I knew I'd have to sneak over and take a look for myself... a pity that official matters prevented me for so long. I hope my unannounced visit won't cause you any trouble.
: It's not as grand as the Seat of Divine Foresight.
:: Jing Yuan: Haha, the Seat of Divine Foresight may seem imposing at first, but having stared at it — and it back at me — for hundreds of years... we've grown rather tired of one another.
: Jing Yuan: It feels as if the heart and mind are wiped clean when looking into the distance from here. How refreshing.
: Jing Yuan: I forgot to mention — this is a personal visit to see Dan Heng — and everyone else on the Express. If there are any rules that I should follow, do let me know, (Trailblazer).
: Just make yourself at home, general.
: Jing Yuan: Haha, this is a personal visit — no need for formalities. Call me Jing Yuan.
;(Obtain )
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;(Subsequent interactions)
: Jing Yuan: I very much enjoy our idle conversations here... I hope to start visiting more frequently, when my schedule allows. Haha, you won't find me to be a bother, will you, (Trailblazer)?
===(Trailblazer), tell me...===
;(Idle quote)
:Jing Yuan: I wonder what Dan Heng's getting up to lately...
;(Initial interaction)
: Jing Yuan: (Trailblazer), tell me, has Dan Heng been enjoying his time on the Express?
: I'd say he's having a great time.
:: Jing Yuan: I'm happy that he was able to find a new life.
: General, why don't you ask him yourself?
:: Jing Yuan: He has a new life now. He is no longer the old friend I once knew.
:: Jing Yuan: When the Vidyadhara are reborn, they are as fish that have returned to the ocean... it is a state of complete freedom. That I may glance upon him from the shore is enough for me.
: Jing Yuan: I hope that the Express crew will look after Dan Heng.
: Of course. We're companions!
:: Jing Yuan: Companions... I have not heard that word in a very long time. Haha, how auspicious to be in the company of those on the same road.
: He's the one that usually takes care of us!
:: Jing Yuan: Haha, well, I suppose that part of him has remained the same.
: Jing Yuan: If the Express ever runs into trouble in its future endeavors, please remember that the Luofu will always be a sanctuary for you all.
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;(Subsequent interactions)
: Jing Yuan: If the Express ever runs into trouble in its future endeavors, please remember that the Luofu will always be a sanctuary for you all.
===I am very fond of...===
;(Idle quote)
:Jing Yuan: I am very fond of the furnishings on the Express.
;(Initial interaction)
: Jing Yuan: I am very fond of the furnishings on the Express — it is apparent that whoever decorated the train truly put their heart into it. I wonder who it was?
: I'm guessing it was... Pom-Pom?
:: Jing Yuan: I see. I am truly impressed by the attention to detail and taste of the conductor...
: It was decorated by everyone according to their own preferences...
:: Jing Yuan: So this is a product of teamwork.
: Jing Yuan: The fabric of the furniture is remarkably soft — I could lie here for days... All this needs is a slow, mellow tune on the phonograph, a pot of Whale-Tide Spring, and a few nimbus cakes...
: Jing Yuan: To be here, reclining and watching shining constellations come and go as time passes one by... There could be nothing more pleasant.
: General, you really know how to have a good time.
:: Jing Yuan: Nothing but a fantasy. I was not fated for such an existence.
: Why not give it a try right now?
:: Jing Yuan: *sigh* I'm afraid there are still official matters to attend to. I must be leaving soon.
:: Jing Yuan: However, when work does slow down, I may return to the parlor car to put such leisure into practice.
: Jing Yuan: Whenever I step foot aboard the Express, I feel the joy of being relieved of all of my burdens.
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;(Subsequent interactions)
: Jing Yuan: Whenever I step foot aboard the Express, I feel the joy of being relieved of all of my burdens.
===It is a shame that...===
;(Idle quote)
:Jing Yuan: It is a shame that, as a Nameless, her path never crossed with the Astral Express.
;(Initial interaction)
: Jing Yuan: It is a shame that, as a Nameless, her path never crossed with the Astral Express. It would be wonderful if she were aboard...
: A Nameless whose path never crossed with the Astral Express?
:: Jing Yuan: I'm unsure if Jingliu has ever mentioned this to you, but we had a mutual friend who was a Nameless, just like you.
: Who are you talking about?
:: Jing Yuan: An old friend. I'm not sure if Jingliu has ever mentioned her to you — it was many years ago...
: Jing Yuan: The foxians of the Xianzhou Yaoqing are known for their adventuring flying families. The most renowned of these families was that of our mutual friend's.
: Jing Yuan: Her parents were established scholars and adventurers, and she naturally inherited the spirit of the Nameless to travel and see the stars. She even has a famous travelogue in her name.
: Jing Yuan: I first heard about the Astral Express from her. It is a shame that, in her travels to thousands of stars, she never had the opportunity to board the Express — the sacred place of the Nameless.
: Jing Yuan: Ahem... All my talk of former days is rather spoiling the atmosphere. My apologies.
: Jing Yuan: (Trailblazer), I hope you too will be able to make a travelogue of your own and include your experiences. I would love to read it.
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;(Subsequent interactions)
: Jing Yuan: I hope you too will be able to make a travelogue of your own and include your experiences. I would love to read it.
===Such a natural state of composure...===
;(Idle quote)
:Jing Yuan: Such a natural state of composure is rare — even on the Xianzhou... Inspiring...
;(Initial interaction)
: Jing Yuan: Such a natural state of composure is rare — even on the Xianzhou... Inspiring...
: State of composure? What do you mean?
:: Jing Yuan: It is a state of being relaxed while maintaining a focused mind. The individual may look carefree, but they harbor a constant readiness.
: Who are you talking about?
:: Jing Yuan: Who? Oh... you mean the state of composure?
: Jing Yuan: I hope they won't take offense, but I have taken notice of your conductor — I find them to be extraordinary.
: Pom-Pom? They're a little extraordinary, I guess.
:: Jing Yuan: "A little" would be an understatement.
: Isn't Pom-Pom cute!?
:: Jing Yuan: ...Yes, indeed. However, cuteness is but one of many admirable attributes.
: Jing Yuan: The Express must plan its routes, maintain its equipment, attend to the daily needs of its passengers, and receive guests, of course...
: Jing Yuan: From the orderly condition of the carriages alone, it is plain to see that the conductor is masterful in their responsibilities. Their calm demeanor is precisely the state of composure I am talking about.
: I've suddenly developed a new respect for Pom-Pom!
: Cute and capable, all at once!
: Jing Yuan: If we have time, I would like to speak with the conductor and listen to their experiences of managing the Express.
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;(Subsequent interactions)
: Jing Yuan: If we have time, I would like to speak with the conductor and listen to their experiences of managing the Express.
===(Trailblazer), you're just in time.===
;(Idle quote)
:Jing Yuan: It is Xianzhou etiquette that as a guest, I come bearing gifts.
;(Initial interaction)
: Jing Yuan: (Trailblazer), you're just in time.
: Jing Yuan: I wish to express my gratitude for the invitation to the Express.
: Jing Yuan: I hear that you are very interested in these deep space stones. By way of thanks, I've taken it upon myself to gather some for you.
: Jing Yuan: I'm not much of a collector. I hope you find the quality of these stones satisfactory.
;(Obtain )
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;(Subsequent interactions)
: Jing Yuan: I'm not much of a collector. I hope you find the quality of these stones satisfactory.
==Open-World==
After completing , Jing Yuan will appear in the Seat of Divine Foresight:
===Voice Lines===
;(Version 1)
:: "Hm. If you have time, why don't we have a game of Xianzhou starchess?"
;(Version 2)
:: "*Yawn* Oh! Haha, I was just about to close my eyes for a while. Hm, how can I help you?"
===Dialogue===
;(Initial interaction)
:Jing Yuan: You're here, (Trailblazer). I was just about to take a break.
:Jing Yuan: Do you want to talk about the adventure on the Trailblazer Express or the incidents that happened on Xianzhou?
: Won't I be holding you up?
::Jing Yuan: No worries. The work at the Seat of Divine Foresight is endless and will never be finished. Qingzu can wait.
::Jing Yuan: Besides, you're a pivotal Xianzhou ally. How can I give you the cold shoulder when you're here?
: Looks like you are in the mood to talk.
::Jing Yuan: After poring over documents for hours here, I bet you would be the same.
::Jing Yuan: Qingzu is fun to be around when she's not working, so it's a shame that she always speaks very seriously to me here. Her analytical and no-nonsense tone can be a bit dry.
:Jing Yuan: (Trailblazer), if you're up for it, we can talk about anything you want. To me, it's a welcome tea break from my tedious work.
;(Continues to regular dialogue options)
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;(Subsequent interactions)
:Jing Yuan: You're here, (Trailblazer). I was just about to take a break.
:Jing Yuan: What brought you here today, or are you just here for a casual chat?
: Just a casual chat.
::Jing Yuan: Great. By the way, Qingzu always reminds visitors not to inquire about confidential matters here. Let's not talk about work for her sake, shall we?
:: Why don't I see you often here?
:::Jing Yuan: Qingzu once told me that the absence of the Divine Foresight at the Seat of Divine Foresight is supposed to be one of the eight mysteries on the Luofu. So I'm just trying to help everyone think outside of the box.
:::Jing Yuan: No, I'm just kidding. Besides dealing with the paperwork here, I spend most of my time discussing Luofu affairs with a few members of the Six Charioteers. If ordered by the marshal, I must also travel to distant planets and go to battle.
:::Jing Yuan: If you want to see me here, you can schedule an appointment with Qingzu. I'll show up at the agreed time.
:: Are you good at chess?
:::Jing Yuan: Oh, do you mean the Xianzhou starchess?
::: I suppose so.
::::Jing Yuan: If you're talking about starchess, I guess I'm quite good at it. Not many are a match for me.
::: Are you good at any other chess?
::::Jing Yuan: I'll occasionally dabble in chess games that are popular from beyond the stars, and I enjoy them.
:::: Do you use chess to simulate warfare?
::::Jing Yuan: Hahaha, chess is just for fun and games. It's all about starting off on equal footing, having gains and losses along the way, and reaching a decisive result at the end.
::::Jing Yuan: Well, the same doesn't apply to warfare. Every soldier in my army is human. Their emotions and morale are way harder to anticipate than some lifeless pawns on a predetermined chessboard.
::::Jing Yuan: What we want to achieve in war is not fairness but to create as many disadvantages as possible for our enemies.
::::Jing Yuan: Circumstantial victories should not lead to complacency. If unable to win, one should retreat early to preserve strength. That should also qualify as a type of victory, wouldn't you say?
:: Can you tell me something about the High-Cloud Quintet?
:::Jing Yuan: I see, you must have listened to those made-up stories. Those fictions are all the same, just dragging on and on about heroic deeds, bizarre adventure, and frivolous love affairs.
:::Jing Yuan: Every hero in those stories is just a self-insert with either an outrageous inheritance or enviable status. And those plots are always a trope where some artifacts must be found, elixirs be taken, weapons be forged... and the hero is suddenly and miraculously overpowered to the point of being invincible, going on a mindless rampage, slaying a bunch of nondescript behemoths of monstrosity left and right.
:::Jing Yuan: And of course, there's always some emotional drama thrown in for good measure, with the inevitable friends-turned-enemies or enemies-turned-friends trope. Reading these stories over and over again gets boring pretty quickly. But still, I think the "High-Cloud Quintet" portrayed in these stories are far more interesting than their real life counterparts.
:: May I know which part of what Qingzu said is true?
:::Jing Yuan: Oh? What did she say?
::: The stone lions at the entrance were built in Snowmoon's honor.
::::Jing Yuan: Who is Snowmoon?
::: You used to practice crosstalk comedy every day.
::::Jing Yuan: I will probably never earn a living wage if I choose my profession as a crosstalk comedian.
::: Yanqing is a Vidyadhara boy who once got his ears bitten.
::::Jing Yuan: That boy's stubborn refusal to take advice is probably a result of his ears getting bitten.
::: All Cloud Knights Soldiers have the name "Yutie."
::::Jing Yuan: I can't rule that out, since they all wear an iron helmet that covers their faces.
:::Jing Yuan: I can't believe Qingzu told you all this. But it's up to you to decide if they're true or not.
:: That's it for now.
:::Jing Yuan: It's time I get back to work. Take care.
: That's it for now.
::Jing Yuan: It's time I get back to work. Take care.
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