Lantern Rite, Big Business?

Lantern Rite, Big Business? is the seventh request in Part II of the Lantern Rite Tales event. It opens on the seventh day of the event.

Steps[]

Talk to Mr. Zhu
Give Xiao Lantern materials to Dummy
- Obtain Dummy's Xiao Lantern
Hang the Xiao Lantern on one side of the inn's door
Hang the Xiao Lantern on the other side of the inn's door
Meet Mr. Zhu the following afternoon (12–18)
Talk to Mr. Zhu
Send out invitations to nearby people
- The quest navigation leads the player to Zhenxiang
Send out invitations to the people in the area
- The quest navigation leads the player to Uncle Liu
Report back to Mr. Zhu
Cook a Delicious Jewelry Soup
Give Delicious Jewelry Soup to Mr. Zhu
Take a seat by the table
Talk to Jianqiu
Escort the two to a high point to release the Xiao Lantern
Talk to Mr. Zhu

Dialogue[]

Quest Description

Mr. Zhu seems to want to use the Lantern Rite to pick his business up.

(Talk to Mr. Zhu): Mr. Zhu: There must be a way...; A way to do what?; Mr. Zhu: Oh, it's you, Traveler. You know how it's the time of the Lantern Rite, right? Well, I was trying to think of a way to help give my business a bit of a boost during all the festivities.; Mr. Zhu: Good location, nice scenery, and food... we've got plenty of that, too.; Mr. Zhu: I can see it now... They'll release the Mingxiao Lantern in the city, and here we've got tasty food, plenty to drink, and an incredible view — it's going to be spectacular!; Mr. Zhu: This'll be my main selling point to attract more customers. What do you think?; Will you really be able to see the Mingxiao Lantern from here?; There's no way you'll be able to see the Mingxiao Lantern from here...; Mr. Zhu: Uh, of course you can see it from here... The lantern's so big that you'll certainly be able to see part of it, at least.; Mr. Zhu: Anyway, we'll get to that when the time comes. First, I need to get the inn squared away for more guests.; Mr. Zhu: Traveler, could I trouble you to collect some Xiao Lantern-making materials? I would like to hang some around the inn.; I might as well assemble the lanterns while I'm at it...; Only the materials?; Mr. Zhu: All I need are the materials. Constructing the lanterns can be quite time-consuming.; Mr. Zhu: So once you've collected the materials, just give them to Dummy and he'll take care of the rest. I'll be attending to other matters in the meantime.; Mr. Zhu: Of course, I won't be letting you leave empty-handed. I'll be sure you're rewarded after some guests come and business picks up.; And if there's no guests...; Mr. Zhu: Uh, well... Even if no guests show up, I'll still have something prepared for you. Don't worry about that.; Mr. Zhu: I'm sure more guests will start to arrive once the inn is put in good order.; Mr. Zhu: *cough* Just pass those materials to Dummy. I'll finalize your payment tomorrow based on the situation.

(Talk to Mr. Zhu again): Mr. Zhu: We really won't be able to see the Mingxiao Lantern from here?

(Talk to Dummy)

Dummy: Hmm, I think I'll still need to make a few more Xiao Lanterns...

About materials for the Xiao Lanterns...

Dummy: Oh right, you can just give the materials to me. I'll take it from here.

(Give the Xiao Lantern materials)

Dummy: Thanks—I was just beginning to worry that we'd run out of materials.

Dummy: Just give me a moment to make a few more Xiao Lanterns and we can hang them all up together.

Dummy begins constructing the Xiao Lanterns...

Dummy: ...And that should just about do it. Here, take these Xiao Lanterns and hang them beside the doors to the inn.

Dummy: I still need to make a few more lanterns in case we need them later.

(Obtain Dummy's Xiao Lantern ×2)

(Talk to Dummy again): Dummy: We'll need to make more Xiao Lanterns...

(Talk to Mr. Zhu the following afternoon): Mr. Zhu: Strange, very strange indeed. I wonder what the matter is...; What's wrong?; Mr. Zhu: Hardly any guests came at all yesterday... How could that be? There should be loads of travelers for the festival...; Maybe it's because hardly anyone ever passes through here...; I doubt there'd be many people traveling outside during the Lantern Rite...; Mr. Zhu: No, that can't be it... There must be something wrong with the way I'm trying to attract guests.; Mr. Zhu: Perhaps it'd be better if I attracted guests more directly...; Mr. Zhu: Traveler, could you please go around and attract some guests for me?; Mr. Zhu: You can mention that we have good food, nice rooms, and an excellent view for the Lantern Rite Festival.; Mr. Zhu: I'll keep thinking if there are any other ways we can attract some guests...

(Talk to Mr. Zhu again): Mr. Zhu: Very strange indeed... Still no guests.

(Talk to Zhenxiang): Zhenxiang: Hello. Please wait while we perform a routine inspection.; Would you like to stay at Mr. Zhu's inn?; Zhenxiang: Oh? Yes, I have in fact heard about Mr. Zhu's inn.; Zhenxiang: But I'm on duty now. I appreciate your kind offer, but I'm afraid I cannot just abandon my post.

(Talk to Zhenxiang again): Zhenxiang: I appreciate your kind offer, but I'm afraid that I cannot abandon my post while I'm on duty.

(Talk to Uncle Liu): Uncle Liu: Hmm? What is it, youngster?; Would you like to stay at Mr. Zhu's inn?; Uncle Liu: Oh, Mr. Zhu... Yes, I know the place.; Uncle Liu: But I'm afraid that his inn is simply too far from here. These old legs couldn't handle such a journey, sorry.

(Talk to Uncle Liu again): Uncle Liu: Sorry, the inn is simply too far from here. These old legs couldn't handle such a journey.

(Talk to Mr. Zhu)

Mr. Zhu: Right this way, please. Everything's already been prepared, so please have a seat.

Mr. Zhu, who are these two...

Mr. Zhu: Ah yes, I was just out attracting guests when I ran into these two.

Jianqiu: That's right, this lady is from Minghua Bank, and I'm one of the bank employees.

Jianqiu: The lady and I were just setting off on a distant journey at the start of the Lantern Rite. I'm afraid she feels a little homesick...

Jianqiu: So we decided to find a spot to watch the Xiao Lanterns, which is when we happened to meet Mr. Zhu.

Mr. Zhu: Yes, and it just so happens that we've just prepared new Xiao Lanterns for the inn. Hmm... was it Minghua Bank you said? Does that mean—

Mr. Zhu: Ahem, I shan't pry.

Mr. Zhu: You two must be exhausted from your journey. Please have a rest while we prepare some food for you.

Mr. Zhu: Traveler, could you lend us a hand again? We'll need to quickly prepare some food for our two guests.

Mr. Zhu: Please prepare a serving of Delicious Jewelry Soup. I'll be sure to compensate you accordingly once things are all settled.

(Huachu and Jianqiu have a seat)

(Talk to Mr. Zhu again): Mr. Zhu: Please hurry with the Delicious Jewelry Soup. It's hard enough to get guests as it is, we mustn't disappoint them.

(Talk to Huachu): Huachu: I'm sorry, it's just that I...; Jianqiu: Don't say that. Let's just enjoy watching the Xiao Lanterns while we still may...

(Talk to Mr. Zhu)

Mr. Zhu: So, is the food ready?

It certainly is

Mr. Zhu: Okay, great. These are all the dishes we needed. Thank you.

Mr. Zhu: Sorry to keep you waiting, hehe. Here's your food, please enjoy.

Jianqiu: Thank you, Mr. Zhu. Also, this Traveler has gone to great lengths to help with everything. We'd be delighted if (‍he/she‍) could join us.

Thanks.

Jianqiu: Hehe, judging from your appearance, you must also be a traveler on some distant journey. The festival makes for a fitting time for people to come together, share a meal, and enjoy a lively time with one another.

Huachu: Yes. In fact, would you also care to join us, Mr. Zhu?

Mr. Zhu: Oh, uh... Yes, I—I'd be delighted.

(Mr. Zhu takes a seat)

(Talk to Mr. Zhu again): Mr. Zhu: Good work, Traveler. Please, have a seat and join us.

(Take a seat)

Everyone begins eating...

Jianqiu: Thank you for your service. Here's some Mora, please check the amount.

Mr. Zhu: Sure thing. This Mora will be plenty. Now, will you two travelers be continuing further on your journey, or will you return to the city?

Mr. Zhu: I've heard that the Mingxiao Lantern will be particularly impressive this year.

Huachu: We...

Jianqiu: We'll be sure to go see it if we get chance. Thanks for letting us know, Mr. Zhu.

Huachu: Excuse me, Mr. Zhu. Would you be willing to sell us one of your Xiao Lanterns?

Huachu: Even if we don't get the opportunity to see the Mingxiao Lantern in the city, it would still be nice to release a Xiao Lantern, right?

Jianqiu: Yes, it is Lantern Rite after all.

Mr. Zhu: Sure, no problem at all! I just happen to have a few new Xiao Lanterns that were just made today.

Mr. Zhu: Here, you may have this lantern free of charge. It is the Lantern Rite after all, you may keep your Mora.

Jianqiu: Thank you, Mr. Zhu. Do you know of a suitable place to release the lantern nearby?

Mr. Zhu: A place to release a Xiao Lantern, huh? Let me think, it should somewhere higher up... Ah yes, I remember that there should be some suitable places if you follow this road further up the mountain.

Mr. Zhu: However, there's been word of monsters appearing on the mountain, so you two should be careful.

(Everyone leaves the table)

(Talk to Mr. Zhu again): Mr. Zhu: I need to go attract some guests. I'll give you your reward a little later.; Mr. Zhu: Hmm... Minghua Bank... Minghua Bank.

(Talk to Jianqiu): Jianqiu: Traveler, I'm sorry to trouble you, but... Would you be willing to escort us up the mountain to release the Xiao Lantern?; You can count on me.; Why don't you return to the city?; Jianqiu: My apologies. I'm afraid we cannot return to the city at this time because of... certain matters.; Jianqiu: As such, we'll require your protection on the mountain. We can leave whenever you're ready.; Jianqiu: After we release the Xiao Lantern, we'll continue on our way.

(Approach the location): Jianqiu: Have you written your wish on the Xiao Lantern?; Huachu: Yes, I've already written it. It's just that... I don't know if it could ever come true.; Jianqiu: It will, I know it will.; Huachu: I hope so... And you? Have you written your wish on the lantern as well?; Jianqiu: Oh, me? Hehe... No, I don't need to wish for anything.

(Reach the location): Jianqiu: This would actually be a very suitable place to release the Xiao Lantern. Thank you, Traveler.; You're welcome.; Jianqiu: I just hope... that her wish will come true.; Huachu: ...; Jianqiu: Thank you, Traveler. We should be on our way now.

(Talk to Mr. Zhu): Mr. Zhu: Ah, you're back. *sigh* It's been difficult to attract guests during the festival...; Mr. Zhu: Huh, what about the two guests that were here earlier? Have they left already?; Yes, they've continued on their journey.; Mr. Zhu: Oh, I see... Leaving on a journey during the Lantern Rite mustn't be easy for them.; Mr. Zhu: Huh, now that you mention it... Regardless of whether they were heading towards or away from Liyue, don't you find it a little strange that they continued their journey without stopping for the night?; Mr. Zhu: When I met them earlier, it was clear from their expressions that they didn't know which way to go.; Mr. Zhu: They even jumped when I called after them, and there was a something a bit off about their attire as well...; Mr. Zhu: Oh, forget about it... Here's the compensation I'd promised you earlier.; Mr. Zhu: Thanks for all your help. I'll get back to matters at the inn now.

Other Languages[]

Language	Official Name	Literal Meaning
English	Lantern Rite, Big Business?	—
Chinese (Simplified)	海灯节，大生意？ Hǎidēng-jié, dà shēngyì?	Lantern Rite, Big Business?
Chinese (Traditional)	海燈節，大生意？ Hǎidēng-jié, dà shēngyì?	Lantern Rite, Big Business?
Japanese	海灯祭、大商売？ Umitou-sai, dai shoubai?	Lantern Rite, Big Business?
Korean	해등절, 큰 거래? Haedeungjeol, Keun Georae?	Sea Lantern Festival, Big Business?
Spanish	¿Un gran negocio durante el Rito de la Linterna?	A Big Business During the Lantern Rite?
French	Qui dit festival, dit affaires florissantes ?	Who Says Festival, Says Flourishing Business?
Russian	Успешный бизнес в праздничное время? Uspeshnyy biznes v prazdnichnoye vremya?	Successful Business During Festive Time?
Thai	Lantern Rite... การค้าเฟื่องฟู?
Vietnamese	Tết Hải Đăng, kèo làm ăn lớn?
German	Laternenritual, ein großes Geschäft?	Lantern Ritual, Big Business?
Indonesian	Bisnis Besar Lantern Rite?	Lantern Rite Big Business?
Portuguese	Ritual de Lanternas, Grandes Negócios?

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