Genshin Impact: A Red Teyvat Life Starting from Zero

Logically speaking, since there is sufficient deterrence, it would be fine to take things slowly; the other party seems rather impatient.

It seems there's something she hasn't found.

However, adhering to the principle of "the more the enemy opposes, the more we support," Yae no Miko quickly formulated a new negotiation strategy.

"Shadow, why don't you just hand over your position as general?"

"?"

Lei looked at Yae no Miko with disbelief.

"Divine Child, you..."

You've also defected to the enemy?

My best friend of hundreds of years gave me this advice right away?

"From your description, these three demands are their bottom line. If we don't agree, they probably won't agree. There's nothing I can do; what can I do when even a highly skilled general like me can't defeat them?"

“God, they are not the kind of heartless people who would use such a weapon in Inazuma.”

Reflecting on their attitude towards ordinary people, Lei Yingying became even more convinced of this idea.

Jiang Ming's statement about "fighting until complete victory" was merely a statement made during negotiations.

"What if? And then you'd actually do it?"

"..."

Yes, she didn't dare either.

Now that Inazuma has witnessed the presence of humans everywhere, she no longer wishes to carve out another narrow passage for her.

Especially now, if she pushes the other party too far, the situation is really hard to say. She not only doesn't want to, but she also doesn't dare to.

Both sides are just being stubborn and trying to intimidate each other.

However, both sides are telling the truth, and when it comes to the final step, neither side will have any reservations, and neither side wants to see this happen.

It was a lucky accident; it wasn't used in the intended way, but it achieved the expected effect.

"The situation is clearly beyond our control. Now, if we want Inazuma to return to normal as soon as possible, we have no choice but to agree to this condition. This is a case of being powerless against circumstances."

Lei opened his mouth, but didn't know what to say.

Well, even the usually clever and intelligent God Child has said so. It seems there really is no other choice?

"However, how to agree is also an art."

Yae no Miko added calmly.

"Divine Child, at a time like this, stop joking around."

Lei looked at the guy who was breathing heavily as he spoke with a helpless expression.

Yae no Miko discussed her findings and plans with Ray the Movie.

Although it seems inevitable that they will agree to this under the current circumstances, we can take advantage of their desire to end the matter quickly for reasons unknown, as well as the mutually destructive outcome of continuing, to negotiate some terms.

With limited resources at her disposal, she needs to turn the tables and take the initiative as much as possible.

"Don't forget, our greatest advantage lies in our long lifespan."

Lei's expression was very conflicted.

"Can it be done?"

"How will you know if you don't try?"

As Yae Shinko watched the VTOL transport plane slowly descend among the escort aircraft, a sly smile, characteristic of a fox, flashed across her face.

Upon landing, Jiang Ming and the others fell silent at the horrific scene before them.

An entire company of soldiers was wiped out.

After observing a moment of silence for the fallen soldiers and arranging for the subsequent airdropped troops to handle the scene, Jiang Ming then turned his gaze to Lei Yingdian and Yae Shinji in the distance.

"We have long admired your illustrious Mr. Jiang Ming. It is a pleasure to finally meet you today. And also, Miss Shrine Maiden, and Mr. Nozomi... Goro."

Yae no Miko greeted them with a smile, making no mention of the previous blockade of Narukami Shrine.

Whether in the game or in reality when "cooperating" with the Shogunate, Jiang Ming's definition of Yae no Miko has always been very clear: a cunning old fox.

Whether in terms of physiology or description.

Dealing with a cunning old fox like that requires extreme caution.

"Hello, Yae no Kamiji, I've long admired your name."

Jiang Ming and the others responded, and then began to discuss the situation at the scene.

When Jiang Ming learned that Thor's Heart had been forcibly "traded" away, he was cursing under his breath.

"We will send people to continue tracking down these Fools. In addition, we will issue arrest warrants and offer rewards, mobilizing all forces to bring them to justice."

"Oh wow, this little guy's got quite the nerve."

Yae no Miko put on an exaggerated pose, her acting skills were incredibly lifelike.

However, Jiang Ming wasn't buying it.

"You may not know this, but in the past few years, Liyue and Mondstadt have established close and friendly cooperation with us. On the Fontaine side, with the Fontaine Academy as the main body, there is also a huge pro-sea force. As a result, the relationship between Momo Palace and us is not bad either."

"These parties could at least provide some clues, share intelligence, and grant us permission to operate."

Both Lei Yingdian and Yae Miko showed expressions of surprise.

They never expected that during the years of Inazuma's isolation, they would quietly establish friendly diplomatic relations with three other countries.

Teyvat only has seven countries in total, and this is half of the countries excluding Inazuma.

If another one were added, Inazuma's diplomatic authority would be effectively rendered meaningless.

"So you see, Ah Ying, he's definitely more suited to governing a country than you are. You're definitely more suited to being a martial artist," the Divine Child teased Lei Yingdian.

Lei Films remained silent on this matter and said nothing.

Jiang Ming looked at Yae no Kamiko with some surprise.

What, instead of helping Lei Yingdian argue his point, you're here to persuade him to agree to the conditions?

"Don't look at me like that. I'm just making the right choice based on the current circumstances. As the old saying goes, 'A wise man submits to circumstances.'"

Jiang Ming looked at Yae no Miko with suspicion, completely disbelieving her words.

"Oh dear, this is really not the place to talk. Let's go back to the castle tower; it's more formal there."

Lei Movie silently opened the spatial passage to the Returning Heaven Guardian Pavilion.

"Please, everyone."

Yae no Miko gestured to Jiang Ming and the others to enter, then took the lead and entered the passage.

Seeing this, Jiang Ming looked at the others and followed them.

Jiang Ming and his group flew to Narukami Shrine. A few minutes after landing, they used Isshin Jodo as a seamless transit point to return to the castle tower.

The group returned to their original seats, but unlike before, Yae no Kamiko was now beside Lei Yingdian.

"Getting back to the main point, I'd like to hear your plans for Aying after accepting your proposal."

"Regarding this, there are roughly three options: first, as a martial artist, enter the military and exist as a special unit; second, as a developer of generalship, enter the Academy of Sciences and continue to engage in related research and development work; third, retire completely, and in view of past contributions, we will take care of related living expenses and give a sum of money every month. You can choose multiple options."

"However, whatever the option, it will no longer be in the capacity of a god or one of the seven rulers of the mortal world."

"Then I'll choose the first two." Yae no Miko hadn't expected that her casual question, which was meant to be a starting point, would actually lead to such good options.

I was overjoyed.

"Divine Child!" Lei Yingdong slammed his fist on the table in obvious displeasure. "I haven't agreed yet!"

"Hmm? Why don't you talk to them?"

Lei Movie has fallen silent.

"Furthermore, as A-Ying said before, although you are outstanding, you cannot guarantee that your successors will all be like you. As a god, A-Ying may have slightly weaker governing abilities, but she can complement this."

Jiang Ming remained silent, watching Yae no Miko's performance in quiet contemplation.

"After all, Inazuma is the culmination of Aying and Zhen's hard work, so it's understandable that she's worried about him. In case of any extreme situation, she should retain the right to intervene promptly. This won't hinder Inazuma's development. If you agree, the negotiations can end immediately, and we will agree to your three conditions."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Ming and the other two began to consider the condition.

In fact, upon closer analysis, it's easy to see that this was a situation where they had to give up Rai's supreme dominance over Inazuma, but they seemed unwilling to accept it, so they split this power into two parts.

They are given administrative and other powers, but the prosecutors retain a portion of their prosecutorial power.

"Questions such as how to judge extreme situations, how to determine whether she needs to intervene, and in what form to intervene, cannot be summarized by such general terms and cannot rely entirely on Lei's personal will."

If that's the case, then wouldn't it be a roundabout way, with the final decision still in Lei Films' hands, and all their efforts be in vain?

"I have a better idea. Since we've already decided to take this route, we don't need another person to participate in the negotiations. You can still have the responsibility and power to supervise. Why don't you consider it?"

Chapter 225 A Scene of Jubilation

Outside the castle tower, the shogunate army and the Okuzawa clan had been placed under guard, and the Kaiji army took over maintaining order at the scene.

Jiang Ming, who was walking at the front, pushed open the wooden door of the castle tower and walked out first, followed closely by Xin Hai, Goro, Lei Yingdian, and Yae Shinko.

The group arrived at the gate in front of the castle tower, facing the countless Inazuma Castle residents gathered in front of them.

Seeing the crowd that had left earlier emerge from the castle tower again, the people were filled with surprise and anticipation, even though they couldn't figure out when or where they had gone back in.

Coming?

Is the turmoil that has lasted for two and a half years, this unbearable period, finally coming to an end?

"Regarding the actions of Kujo Takayuki and other shogunate bureaucrats, some of the evidence is conclusive, but more details are needed to complete the full picture. The public trial will be held here as soon as possible within three months."

Jiang Ming's voice was transmitted to every corner of the long queue via radio and loudspeakers worn by soldiers maintaining order.

Jiang Ming first announced the punishment for the mastermind.

After all, this movement was organized by them, and the initial idea was to put pressure on Lei Films, but it later became out of control, mainly because the actions of Kujo Takayuki and others that angered both heaven and man were exposed.

Announcing the results first can effectively appease public sentiment.