The Infinite Journey of a Certain Flame

The Battle Between Fire and Lightning and the Abyss (Genshin Impact): Chapter 4 - Liyue Ships Docked on an Island for Many Days

“Oh, right,” Kiana nodded with a smile upon hearing Kage’s urging, then released Kujo Sara. “Let’s go, Kage.”

After saying that, she reached out her hand, as if to take Ying's hand and fly away together.

However, the other party did not offer their hand.

Ying remained silent for a long while, then asked in return:

How do I get there?

"No need to ask, just fly there!"

"I don't want to get there so soon."

"Huh?"

Kiana was slightly puzzled by Ying's capriciousness.

However, through the other person's brief explanation, she gradually understood its deeper meaning.

Basically, it's because it's rare to travel far from home, so I hope to have a leisurely trip.

It's not a way to relax and unwind, like completing a task.

This is something she doesn't want to do.

"I see, but... I can't stay too long."

"Hmm? What do you mean, are you planning to leave again?" Shadow noticed Kiana's intentions and turned her head away with a hint of displeasure. "You want to leave after only a short time? You really are a handful."

"Um...okay, I'm here on vacation anyway. A more relaxed pace is fine..."

Kiana thought about it and felt that it would be too early to go directly to Liyue if she didn't have enough time, perhaps in less than an afternoon.

It's too early to go early, considering that Lunar New Year is still some time away...

It seems that apart from being asked to do all sorts of work by the people of Liyue Harbor, who are known for their efficiency, there is nothing to gain.

Thinking of this, Kiana slowly nodded:

"Okay, then... shall we take a boat?"

"Sailing? I miss the days of naval battles. It's been quite a while since I've been on a ship. I'll order the shogunate to dispatch warships to take us..."

Ying calmly uttered these words that shocked everyone and left them speechless.

When Kujo Sara, who was standing nearby, heard that her shogun was planning to sail a warship to Liyue, she couldn't sit still.

"General! Please allow me to offer my advice!"

"What's wrong?" Looking at Kujo Sara who seemed hesitant to speak, a hint of doubt flashed in Kage's beautiful eyes. "Do you have a suggestion?"

"I think sending warships close to the capital of a neighboring country is... a bit too radical. Even if you two want to travel to Liyue by ship, I don't think you should use the Shogunate's ships..."

That's a very honest statement.

Even for neighboring countries with which they have traded, sending warships near the capital's port is extremely dangerous.

Moreover, the ship also carried the nation's top combat force, the gods.

this...

Even if the intention is good, it will likely face opposition from the Seven Stars joining forces.

Therefore, sending warships directly is absolutely not advisable.

"Since we can't use the shogunate's ships, how should we proceed? Should we build ships on the spot?"

"Huh? Isn't this a bit too complicated..."

Kiana was speechless at Ying's wildly imaginative answer.

Shipbuilding on-site?

That's a really interesting idea, but it's too time-consuming.

Even if the shogunate were to exert all its strength, it would probably take several dozen days.

Even if the ship is finally finished by then, my vacation will probably be over.

It would be really frustrating if we didn't get to go to the Moon Festival and instead ended up building ships in the Shogunate.

Thinking of this, Kiana continued to shake her head and say:

"Let's see if anyone is willing to give us a ride. You're an island nation, after all; surely you can't be without any boats?"

"Okay, then that's settled." Shadow nodded slowly, seemingly thinking that taking a boat from the Inazuma locals to Liyue was a good idea.

Could we also take this opportunity to offer some words of comfort to the people?

However...

"That's probably true."

Faced with Kiana's question, Kujo Sara, though unwilling to interrupt, had no choice but to bite the bullet and remind her:

"Because the general has withdrawn the thunderstorm, the sea route to Liyue has reopened, and many merchants have sensed the business opportunity and rented ships to go to Liyue. Among them are many people who were stranded for various reasons before, so now... the docks on the outlying islands do not have Inazuma ships that can support long voyages."

"Oh? Is that so... That's a pity, is there really no way?"

Kiana scratched the back of her head, speechless at this strange phenomenon.

Faced with her question, Kujo Sara hesitated for a long time before finally shaking her head and saying:

"That's not true. Just because our own ships don't have them doesn't mean ships from other regions don't either."

Hearing Kujo Sara mention foreign ships, the shadowy figure nearby became intrigued:

"Oh? What do you mean?"

"Reporting to the General, there is currently a ship not officially organized by Liyue that has been anchored on the island for several days. However... the captain recently served as a mercenary for the resistance. If you mind..."

Upon hearing this, Kiana tilted her head slightly in confusion, staring at Kujo Sara, wondering what kind of ship she was referring to.

It wasn't until the system suddenly alerted her that she finally realized about the ship...

It's actually the Death Star.

As for the captain, there is no doubt that it is Captain Beidou.

But why would she dock at an outlying island? If it's for business, transporting goods.

Surely it shouldn't take too many days, right?

Like Kiana, Kage was also puzzled.

"Oh? Such a ship? Ha, it has funded the rebels, yet it can still stay on the island for so long without any fear. It seems to be a captain with a story. Take me to see it."

"Yes!"

And so, with Kujo Sara bowing in welcome, Kage and Kiana slowly left the castle tower together.

I plan to visit the outlying islands to see what kind of ships those non-Liyue official vessels are.

...

Outlying islands.

On the dock, a man and a woman were drinking and chatting happily.

The man was dressed in a distinctive samurai outfit, with strands of red leaves adorning the front of his white hair, and his gentle red eyes calmly focused on the wine glasses on the table.

"Hahaha! Wan Ye, you're such a loser, you're already out of your mind after only a little bit of alcohol. *burp*"

The woman was tall and voluptuous, holding a small wine jar, with a look of lingering joy on her face.

However, the first mate, who was standing by and urging her to drink, was sweating profusely at her carefree behavior.

"Captain, stop drinking! If we keep drinking, our return voyage will be delayed again! And if Lady Ningguang is unhappy about that..."

"What's it to you, hiccup! I can go back whenever I want, what? What's wrong with you?"

"No, no, no. It's just..."

"Just what?!" Feeling dizzy, Hokuto angrily reached out to grab the first mate's collar.

Because she was so drunk, she only managed to reach halfway before collapsing onto the table and falling fast asleep...

Manyo: "..."

First Mate: "......"

Clearly, the return date of the Death Star will have to be postponed again...

The Battle Between Fire and Lightning and the Abyss (Genshin Impact): Chapter Five, Pass It On! General Lightning...

Wan Ye: "It's a great pity, it seems your return journey will have to be postponed again."

Upon hearing this, the first mate lowered his head in frustration, then crossed his arms and glared at the white-haired, red-eyed wandering samurai in front of him with considerable dissatisfaction.

"Hey Wanye, what do you mean by 'you guys'? Don't forget, you used to be on our Death Star ship, why are you being so distant now?"

"I...actually—!"

Upon hearing this, Man Ye realized that his words had been somewhat offensive, so he hurriedly tried to clarify his meaning.

Before he could even say anything...

"Manyo, Hokuto. Is your Death Star still around?"

Under the watchful eyes of everyone, Kiana, hand in hand with a woman wearing an exquisite conical hat and a gorgeous kimono, casually asked Hokuto and his group a question.

Upon hearing this, Wan Ye and the first mate immediately turned their heads away.

"Hmm? You are... Miss Kiana? And this purple-haired lady over here..."

"Oh, what a coincidence! I didn't expect to see you here, haha! Thanks for the other girl, Ms. Qi, too!"

Upon hearing the first mate's gratitude, Kiana paused for a moment, then realized that the first mate might have received her favor when he was stationed on Haiqi Island.

They probably helped deal with Hilichurl attackers or tracked down Fatui.

Since it wasn't a big deal, I... forgot about it?

Kiana has experienced countless battles, both big and small, and has met all sorts of people; naturally, it's impossible for her to be good at everything.