The Embers of King's Teyvat Journey

"Hehehe, alright, I'm not that fragile. Little Tree, save this energy and grow up quickly." Lisa shook her head, dispelling her confusion.

She glanced at the pulsating golden sapling, then at the embers. Such wondrous things wouldn't exist in a fake world.

Chapter 131 Familiar Breath

2023-08-28

Now only Ember remained at the Deer Hunter's Restaurant. After briefly learning about the characteristics of the Golden Tree sapling, Lisa couldn't wait to go back and study it.

From what she said, there was another alchemist in the snow mountain named Abedo, whose knowledge might even surpass hers.

So she wanted to study the golden tree seedlings with Abedo. The original large golden tree had indeed instilled awe in her, making it impossible for her to even consider studying it.

However, this golden tree sapling that sprouted from its own seedling is a different story. It's still small, and within the realm of human comprehension.

Time passed slowly, and under the astonished gaze of Sarah, the waitress at the Deer Hunter's Restaurant, Ember remained at the outside table from morning until evening.

As expected of a great adventurer, he easily accomplished what others could not!

The fiery clouds on the horizon had barely appeared when the scattered Black Blades regrouped.

Soon, the Deer Hunter restaurant, which was already crowded due to mealtimes, became even more crowded.

"Looks like they're having a good time?" Yu Jin looked at the extra items the Black Blades had in their hands and felt somewhat gratified.

They finally started to look somewhat like normal people.

"Hmm, it does feel pretty good." The black-clad men nodded, a smile playing on their lips as they seemed to recall the daytime.

"When do we leave?" Yu Jin looked at the sky, stood up, and walked out onto the street. He had been sitting for a long time; he needed to take a walk.

"Probably tomorrow." The black knives followed closely behind, trailing behind Ember.

“Then I’ll go take a look too.” Yu Jin nodded; he was genuinely curious about how the Black Blades had gotten here.

He had a feeling it was probably Patch's doing. Speaking of Patch, he was a mysterious guy too.

This guy seems to have experienced many worlds; every time I ask him a question, his bald head shakes like a rattle.

“Of course.” The black-knife men nodded in agreement.

Chatting and laughing all the way, before nightfall, Ember and the Black Blades finally returned to their house in Mondstadt.

Looking at the crowded courtyard, Yu Jin stroked his chin. This wouldn't do. Not everyone is like Black Knife, preferring to hide in the shadows.

If a lot of people come all at once, I'm afraid I'll really have to sleep on the floor. Looks like I'll have to move to a bigger house sometime.

The courtyard was noisy as the Black Knives recounted their day's events to their companions. Their beautiful, vibrant faces shone through.

Yu Jin suddenly realized that they seemed to have never had anything to record their faces. Ordinary people might look in the mirror to see if their clothes were appropriate, but for them, such things were something they would avoid.

"Come here, let's gather together." With a wave of his hand, Yu Jin summoned the Black Blades together.

"My lord, what are your orders?" The black-clad warriors, following Ember's instructions, surrounded him.

Yu Jin looked up at the black knife, then waved his hand down, "Crouch down, lower yourself, you're too tall."

Hearing this, the black-clad women did as instructed, gradually lifting their skirts and crouching down.

"Okay, move your heads closer together, let's stick together." Ember stood in the middle, directing the black knives to pose.

"Very good, three, two, one."

"Laugh! Click!"

The final "click" sound was added by Yu Jin himself, because the phonograph he pretended to use with his hand didn't actually make any sound.

"Swish, swish, swish!" Twelve photos flew out from between Yu Jin's hands. One for each person, and Yu Jin kept one for himself.

"Judging from your appearance, you've probably never even looked in a mirror. Let me take a picture of you so you can compare and see if you were prettier when you were young or when you're older."

As Ember shoved the photos into the hands of the Black Knives, he spoke.

“No, Your Majesty. This is a flaw; we don’t need it.” But when it came to Aletto, she shook her head and refused to take it.

Black Knife's face should always be hidden in darkness; being able to walk in the sunlight is already a great blessing.

If they accept the photos today, Black Knife's weaknesses will only become more apparent. Black Knife's nature doesn't allow them to leave any openings.

"This is my test for you. When your faces are seen by everyone, but no one knows you are assassins, then you will be the true Black Blade."

"Anyone can simply hide in the darkness; I want you to be more unique."

Ember seemed to have anticipated that Aleto would reject him, so he launched into a long, rambling speech.

Aleto paused for a moment, then smiled and accepted the photo. "Then please look forward to it, Your Majesty."

"However, we've all shown our faces, so why is Your Majesty still hiding? Everyone has been guessing what you look like for a long time. Now that we're about to leave, could Your Majesty grant us this small wish?"

As Aleto looked at the smiling faces in the photo, and at Ember still wearing his helmet in the center, he spoke slowly.

As soon as Aleto finished speaking, Ember felt the anxious gaze behind him. Just as Aleto had said, everyone was curious about Ember's face.

"..."

Yu Jin paused for a moment. Then he smiled and scratched his head, saying, "Actually, it's not that I don't want to show you, it's just that I'm too ugly, and I'm afraid it will scare you."

"Forget it."

As Yu Jin spoke, he touched his cheek. He didn't know when he had turned into that grotesque figure, but thankfully, as long as he covered it up, it would be fine.

"I've spoken too much," Aleto said, realizing her mistake when she saw Ember's awkward expression. She immediately knelt on one knee and lowered her head.

"It's alright, it's alright." Yu Jin helped Aleto and the others who had knelt down to their feet. He himself was just a little melancholy, but it wasn't something he couldn't talk about.

"Alright, you guys continue your conversation." Yu Jin sat back down in his chair, looking at the Black Blades not far away.

Aside from the initial awkwardness, the courtyard quickly became lively again. However, the conversation always inexplicably veered towards Yu Jin, which troubled him somewhat.

The moon sets in the west, and the sun rises in the east.

The golden rays of dawn spread across the courtyard, and a new day had begun.

"Looks like it's almost time." The black-clad men raised their heads, looking at the sun that had just risen halfway in the east.

Soon, their long dresses were removed, and silver and black scales covered their bodies again.

Correspondingly, their figures disappeared back into the darkness.

"My lord, let's go to a secluded place," Black Knife said.

Yu Jin nodded and walked out into the morning light.

……

There are vast fields outside Mondstadt, so finding a secluded spot isn't too difficult.

Soon, twelve figures appeared on a hillside; they were Ember and the Black Blades.

The Black Blades and the Embers waited, but this wait didn't last long. Along with this vast and dark aura, a spatial passage appeared not far ahead, constantly collapsing and expanding.

The passageway was bordered with alternating red and gold stripes, and inside was a bizarre and fantastical scene.

The presence of the Fire Keeper and Patches is quite normal. Ember already knew that the Fire Keeper was no ordinary being.

But what truly astonished Ember was the presence of the power of an unparalleled will within it! When did that old bastard become so kind?

Yu Jin stepped forward and reached out to test it. A sense of fragility suddenly came from his hand. Yu Jin knew that if his hand went any further, the spatial passage would completely collapse.

So he gave up trying and said to the black knife behind him, "Let's go back, we can't hold out for long."

The Black Blades stepped forward and looked at Ember, who was deep in thought, and said, "My lord, is there any other decree you wish to convey?"

"Heh, you guys found out after all." Yu Jin shook his head, then took out another letter.

“Go back and tell me: ‘You old bastard, Supreme Will, can you please stop coveting the border area? You’re so petty.’”

"Finally, give him this letter as well, and thank Him on my behalf. You couldn't have come without Him."

Chapter 132 Return to the Borderlands

2023-08-28

"Thud!" Eleven figures suddenly appeared on the still golden Yatan Plateau.

The black-clad men shook their heads, dispelling the daze in their minds.

The Altar Plateau, the site of the royal city of Rodel. It is also the place that once received the most blessings from the Golden Tree.

Everything here has turned golden because of the golden tree. Although some time has passed since the golden tree was burned, its traces have not yet been erased.

But even through the golden hue, one can still see vibrant green shoots emerging. New life will eventually replace the old.

"It's an eyesore. A patch of gold would be much better." Several figures gradually approached from afar. It was none other than the Supreme Will, Fire Keeper, and Patch, who had been waiting for a long time.

"Wow, looks like my brain hasn't rusted yet, it's pretty accurate." Patch touched his bald head and laughed with some pride.

This time, it didn't take long to find the landing point, which is a big improvement.

"You've worked hard." The Fire Keeper stepped forward and bowed to Black Knife. Then, with a smile, she said, "Take a rest first. We'll talk about that tomorrow."

"Thank you, Lady Olivia." Black Knife remembered the Fire Keeper's name and returned her bow.

The Fire Keeper paused, then waved her hand and said, "Hehe, just call me the Fire Keeper, I'm used to it."

The Black Blades followed behind the Fire Keeper and nodded. Then they looked towards the Supreme Will and Patch, who were chatting happily ahead.

There's not much to say about Patch. Like Ember, he walked from the Age of Fire all the way to the apocalypse, and finally ended up at the border.

However, judging from Ember's words, Patch seems to have been a mere passerby in every world.

He'd trick a few people, kick them a few times. But every time, by sheer coincidence, he'd manage to trick Ember. And Patch had a special trick up his sleeve: no matter how high they were, anyone he kicked down would survive.

Ember tried to learn this move from Patch for a long time, but unfortunately he couldn't master it.

As for the Supreme Will, Black Blade glanced at him, dressed as a member of the Golden People. In this era where gold has faded, such attire made him look more like a remnant of the previous dynasty; it was a miracle he hadn't been beaten.

Seemingly sensing something, the Supreme Will turned around and nodded slightly to the black blade.

This surprised Black Knife. The Supreme Will, as its name suggests, is an unparalleled existence in this world.

No one has ever seen Him, no one knows His power, and He has never taken action on His own initiative.

The source of the shattering of the Borderlands was one of His beasts. The only connection between the Borderlands and Him was through the subtle messages He sent throughout the universe, received through His fingers.