Lu Bu, the Thunder General, is my adoptive father in Genshin Impact.

Xiao Yi breathed a sigh of relief.

Perhaps Xin Hai sensed something amiss, but couldn't pinpoint the mole's identity, so he summoned all the suspicious individuals one by one, creating a charade to lure out the real mole.

If that's the case, staying calm will allow you to get away with it.

"What do you mean?" he asked, feigning confusion.

"Stop acting. You've come to join our Haiqi Island to break people out of prison, haven't you?" Xin Hai didn't put down his teacup, his eyes narrowing as if he saw through everything.

"As a wanderer from a foreign land, I am more than grateful that Haiqi Island took me in. How could I possibly do such a thing?" Xiao Yi said unhappily. "I understand now. Someone is trying to frame me, isn't that right? Lord Coral Palace, please call that guy over and let him explain himself in person!"

Xin Hai took a few more sips of tea: "Your swordsmanship and Miyamoto Jiro's swordsmanship are not exactly similar, but they are exactly the same—Goro and many veterans think so."

"Based on the above evidence, I just had my men search your residence, and they found dozens of homemade bombs in the basement. So, what do you intend to do with these?"

Xiao Yi couldn't hold back any longer.

Because of the system effect, his combat power comes entirely from "Lord". Furthermore, Miyamoto Jiro uses his own swordsmanship, which is so difficult that ordinary practitioners cannot master it. Looking at the entire Inazuma region, there is no other similar style.

To knowledgeable warriors, Xiao Yi's sword-wielding technique was extremely unique, as eye-catching as a naked pervert walking down the street; it would be strange if he didn't give himself away.

Moreover, not long after Miyamoto Jiro was imprisoned, a fellow swordsman with the same skills came to Sangok Palace to make a living. Anyone would be suspicious in that situation.

Unfortunately, Xiao Yi was unaware of this matter. When he asked Miyamoto Jiro where he learned his skills, Miyamoto casually replied, "I learned a hundred martial arts styles and practiced a thousand sword techniques."

It was this statement that led Xiao Yi to mistakenly believe that he had only obtained ordinary sword techniques through the system, thus failing to notice the fatal flaw, which was ultimately exposed by Xin Hai.

His unjust imprisonment kept him busy, and his previous casual remarks led to his exposure. In a sense, Miyamoto tricked Xiao Yi twice.

"It was an oversight," he said, slumping into his chair and admitting defeat.

Judging from Xin Hai's calm and composed demeanor, coupled with the teacup in his hand, he probably wanted to smash the cup as a signal.

When the time comes, dozens of burly men lying in ambush outside will swarm you. Unarmed, you will be left with no choice but to be captured. If you try to resist, you will be met with a group of burly men.

Sensing that the other party had lost the will to fight, a sense of satisfaction flashed in Coral Palace Heart Sea's eyes. She put down her teacup, reached into her sleeve, took out a scroll, and slowly unfolded it in front of Xiao Yi.

Xin Hai explained, "This is the information I've collected about your true identity. Now that you've given up resisting, it's a good time to verify it—your real name is Miyamoto Tsubasa, and you're Miyamoto Jiro's younger brother. After the war began, you two brothers..."

"Stop, stop, stop, there's a problem." Xiao Yi interrupted, "My name is Xiao Yi, not Inazuma, and I haven't known Miyamoto-nii for very long. Hai Zi, your information is full of holes."

Xin Hai paused for a few seconds, looking slightly bewildered.

Xiao Yi took the opportunity to scan the contents of the scroll and found that there were many problems with the information collected in his mind: putting aside his relationship with Miyamoto Jiro, the paper even recorded the time period before the time travel, the movement trajectory and actions of "Miyamoto Tsubasa" in various places in Inazuma.

The timeline doesn't match up at all; it makes no sense whatsoever.

It seems that Coral Palace Xin Hai didn't have much accurate information, and that catching her was purely accidental.

He tossed the scroll aside, looking dignified and awe-inspiring.

"Enough with the nonsense. I'm in a hopeless situation now. Do with me as you please."

Xiao Yi knew that Xin Hai was not so easy to deal with, and it would not be easy for him to suppress her when he was unarmed. However, he still had the mentality of giving up and planned to pretend to give up on himself, then subdue Xin Hai, take her hostage and get away unscathed, and then use her to negotiate with Haiji Island to exchange for Miyamoto Jiro.

The two were only a body length apart. As soon as Xiao Yi relaxed his mind, he immediately made his move.

Unexpectedly, the priestess blinked and asked curiously, "Why do you think I would kill you?"

"Not kill me? Then what do you want to do?"

“I want to plant my own people in the Shogunate, but unfortunately I lack good spies.” Xin Hai’s lips curled slightly. “Your plan to infiltrate the Coral Palace and break out of prison was almost perfect, and your identity was spotless…”

Xin Hai's words were not meant as praise. If there hadn't been a mishap in swordsmanship, given Xiao Yi's meticulous and reliable approach, she wouldn't have been able to determine who the undercover agent was.

"I won't harm you; on the contrary, I'll recruit you." Xin Hai went straight to the point, "'Really' join our Haiqi Island and become my senior agent."

Chapter 3: Agent, Cook, Poisoning

The sudden invitation caught Xiao Yi off guard. He had expected a bloody incident, but Xin Hai not only gave up on eliminating the undercover agents, but also generously gave him the opportunity to "turn over a new leaf".

Thinking about it carefully, it makes perfect sense. After all, Miyamoto is still in the hands of Sangokushi, so even if she is dissatisfied, she doesn't need to worry about betrayal or other troubles.

"So, what's your choice?" the pink-haired girl asked.

“Suppose I refuse…” Xiao Yi probed.

"Sentenced for treason and attempted attack on official facilities," Shinkai said mercilessly. "The conclusion is simple: he'll go to jail with Miyamoto Jiro."

Seeing the witch's kind expression, Xiao Yi had no choice but to compromise. Compared to the risky and unreliable option of taking hostages, accepting Xin Hai's proposal was safer and more reliable.

"I promise you, I will become a member of the Coral Palace."

As soon as he finished speaking, a pop-up window appeared in front of Xiao Yi's eyes, visible only to him; it was a system-triggered effect.

(New achievement obtained: One subject serving two masters)

Since he was in the middle of serious business and didn't have time to check system notifications, he waved his hand to shrink the pop-up and drag it to the corner of his field of vision.

Xiao Yi continued, "However, I also have requests. First, I want to improve Miyamoto Jiro's cell treatment. Second, in my impression, he doesn't seem like a heinous criminal. I hope that the trial on Haiji Island can be postponed so that evidence can be collected again before a conclusion is reached."

"What if the evidence is conclusive?" Xin Hai asked.

“If that’s the case, you can decide whatever you want,” Xiao Yi replied readily. “I will accept it without complaint.”

“In that case, there’s no problem.” Xin Hai nodded. “I agree to your two requests: improve Miyamoto Jiro’s meals and postpone the trial for a reinvestigation.”

She looked at the paper where she had just written, picked up the brush and added a few strokes, then handed the paper and brush to Xiao Yi.

"This is your contract for joining our Coral Palace on Haiqi Island. Please sign it."

Xiao Yi quickly signed his name.

Retrieving the contract, Xin Hai felt a huge weight lifted from his shoulders: "Great, 'that matter' can finally be resolved smoothly."

"That matter?" Xiao Yi scratched his head.

Xin Hai pushed the teacup back to the corner of the table: "The war between Coral Palace and the Shogunate ended not long ago, and both sides are in a state of great need of reconstruction. The Shogunate recently issued a notice to hold a 'Great Examination,' which is a large-scale martial arts competition to allocate official positions according to the final ranking."

Large-scale competitions can recruit samurai who have been displaced by war, reducing social instability while replenishing civilian talent for the shogunate army, achieving multiple benefits at once.

Xin Hai said with a serious face: "Next is the important part. The reward for the champion of the Grand Trial is extremely generous. There is an opportunity to become General Lei Dian's 'heart stick,' which is to put it simply as a personal bodyguard."

Being both the goddess Inazuma and the bodyguard of the ruler—what an honor! Her power and status were beyond description, making her second only to the ruler.

Xiao Yi had certainly heard of this big event. He originally wanted to sign up, but he was delayed because Miyamoto was imprisoned.

He had planned to participate in the competition first, and once he stood out and obtained an official position, he would then consider how to use his power to save people.

But now his martial arts skills come from Miyamoto. If something happens to Miyamoto during the competition and he loses his swordsmanship, he might lose two lives.

After all, the start of the competition was much later than Miyamoto's trial, making it easy for him to suffer a miserable defeat in every match.

Just to be on the safe side, Xiao Yi decided to break into the prison first, but unexpectedly, his plan backfired and he ended up joining the Coral Palace.

Xin Hai tapped her slender fingers lightly on the table: "Based on my deduction, the champion is most likely Kujo Sara, the adopted daughter of the Kujo family, the Tenryo magistrate among the three magistrates of the shogunate. If someone from the shogunate gets the position of the shogun's bodyguard, the current situation will become very troublesome."

"You want the people from Coral Palace to win the championship?" Xiao Yi asked bluntly.

"No, the champion I expect must be an upright person who is not affiliated with any Inazuma organization and will not use his position for personal gain," the pink-haired girl said earnestly. "Only in this way can the balance between the Sangokushima Palace and the Shogunate be guaranteed, thereby maintaining peace."

"Do you want me to go?" Xiao Yi feigned confusion.

In reality, he was incredibly excited. With this, Miyamoto Jiro's life was no longer in danger, and he could naturally compete for Thor's bodyguard position. If he accidentally won the championship... a future of standing out from the crowd, marrying a beautiful and wealthy woman, and reaching the pinnacle of life awaited him!

Xin Hai's next words were like a bucket of cold water, extinguishing Xiao Yi's beautiful dream.

"I've already made arrangements for who should win the championship. You have another important task."

Damn it, I'm being used as a tool again!

He had had enough of being a traveler back then.

They do the most and hardest work, but their reward is only a tiny, insignificant amount of raw stones, and they are also being played by various forces...

Xiao Yi's expression stiffened: "What mission?"

Xin Hai opened his desk drawer and took out a test tube-shaped glass bottle about the length of his middle finger, filled with a transparent liquid.

“As I said before, Haizhi Island lacked high-level agents, but it doesn’t anymore. I want you to infiltrate the Tianling Enforcement Army and become Kujo Sara’s personal cook. On the day of the finals, add this potion to her food so that she cannot win.”

Secret agent, cook, poisoner—these keywords combined don't sound like a pleasant thing!

Xiao Yi felt as if his whole body was covered in flags.

"The potion is imported from Sumeru, not poison." Xin Hai revealed a seemingly kind but actually malicious smile. "This potion is called 'Jet Warrior.' No matter how powerful a martial artist is, they will lose their fighting ability for a short time after drinking it, but there are no other harms."

Since things had come to this, Xiao Yi had no choice but to accept the bottle.

He asked, "When do we set off?"

Shinkai interlaced his fingers in front of his mouth, pondered for a moment, and said, "If possible, we'll head to Narukami Island this afternoon. I've contacted the magistrate of the guild; he can help you."

"I never expected that the shogunate's magistrate would have colluded with the Coral Palace," Xiao Yi joked.

"Among the three magistrates of the shogunate, the Shabu-magistrate and the Sangokuni share the most similar views. They both hope to maintain a balance between the two sides and ensure the stable development of people's livelihoods." Shinkai smiled and said, "It's not a matter of who is colluding with whom. We are just cooperating for a common goal."

Xin Hai opened the drawer again, took out a thick book that looked like a dictionary, and slammed it onto the table with a bang, almost causing the teacup on the corner of the table to fall.

“This is a very important matter. I have prepared a clever plan for Mr. Xiao, in case of any unforeseen circumstances.”

A "treasure trove" as long as a book is practically a traditional skill of Xin Hai...

Xiao Yi politely declined, saying, "I appreciate your kind offer, but I'll pass on the brocade pouch. I can improvise as needed."

He thought to himself: Although the job is dangerous, I still have the swordsmanship that the system gave me. Even if I am exposed, I will not lack the ability to protect myself and will not lose my life. Besides, Brother Miyamoto is temporarily out of danger, so my combat power is relatively stable.

At the same time, a system pop-up window, which had been dragged to the corner of Xiao Yi's field of vision, kept flashing, as if trying to remind Xiao Yi of something.

Chapter 4 I've Become a Nanny?!

Haiji Island, a small pier in a remote fishing village.

Waves lapped against the beach as Xiao Yi gazed quietly into the distance. He had retrieved his weapon and was waiting for his contact to take him to Narukami Island.

When she initially decided to infiltrate Umijima Island to rescue people, she never imagined things would turn out this way. Not only did she end up joining the Coral Palace, but she also took on the heavy responsibility of protecting Inazuma Peace.

Fortunately, I at least have the system's help, so I'm not completely helpless.

Before transmigrating, Xiao Yi had read countless novels, but this system was different from those flamboyant and vulgar ones he had seen. It neither assigned the host any difficult tasks nor induced him to do anything strange.

Like a quiet and reserved virtuous wife, she silently provided Xiao Yi with indispensable help.

Compared to those talkative, troublesome kings who frequently issue difficult tasks and even harm their hosts, my system is as pure and innocent as a white lotus.