The Infinite Journey of a Certain Flame

They also understood that these beings who could wield elemental power had a great connection with forces outside the world.

They actually appeared on the road leading to the roots of the Divine Cherry Tree?

"Shadow, don't you think something's a little strange?"

"You noticed it too? Kiana, I didn't expect you to know about these troublemakers?"

"I know a little bit."

"Well..." Even under the influence of the lightning calamity, Ying felt no discomfort whatsoever, but rather humbly reminded him, "It's best not to know too much about it; just eliminate it once you see it."

"Huh? Uh."

Kiana smiled, then pointed ahead, urging Shadow to follow.

The two continued to advance silently, and soon they successfully arrived at the tree roots that had been purified by Ying and Kiana together.

And at this very moment...

Before the purified tree roots, there were Hilichurls with the Electro attribute, and... a guy that Kiana and Shadow never expected.

A chilling wind swept through the cave, which was riddled with lightning strikes.

The wind whistled through the cracks in the stones.

After Kiana and Shadow successfully arrived, the numerous Hilichurls turned around in response to the Abyss Mage's strange, soft "hehe!"

Most of these mages floated in mid-air, holding staffs, and emitted strange, giggling laughs like mischievous imps.

They manipulated the Hilichurls, turning them into their tools and sources of power.

And those who can command these abyss mages and hold a superior position...

They are apostles from the abyss.

"Hahaha! I thought no one would come to a place like this anymore, but I didn't expect that even in this remote and desolate land, there are still daring adventurers who would foolishly touch upon dangers they shouldn't have!"

The Water Apostle slowly turned its head and identified Kiana and Shadow as adventurers who had accepted a quest from the Adventurers' Guild.

"Ignorant mortals, step back! I can pretend I didn't see you, otherwise... you will become enemies of the Order and be completely wiped out by me!"

"...Water Apostle. It's quite a surprise that the Abyss Order, to which you belong, would send you here?"

Upon first encountering the Abyss Apostle, Kiana remained calm and did not immediately adopt an offensive stance.

She still had many questions and much information to clarify about these monsters from the abyss.

Although I came to Teyvat just for a vacation, it would be unwise to let trouble escalate under my nose.

"Ha, trying to get the cult's plans out of me? Don't even think about it."

Facing Kiana, the Abyss Apostle clearly didn't have the time for idle chatter.

He was busy corrupting the roots of the Divine Cherry Tree, hoping to erode the tree and allow the Abyss Order's plan to proceed smoothly.

What the heck are these two adventurers suddenly rushing out of here?

"How exactly did you two manage to take down those monsters?"

Clad in a peculiar battle suit, and even taller than Thor, he flicked out his hidden blade, speaking in a voice with an eerie echo.

He questioned Kiana and Shadow.

This sound, as if emanating from the deepest abyss, could not possibly be uttered by an ordinary person.

At this very moment, this monster from the abyss stood tall and proud, its face concealed by a special iron helmet.

It cast a cold light that made people feel slightly nervous.

"Heh, do you really think you have the guts to stand in the way of the Order with just these tricks? How foolish."

The Water Apostle slowly uttered these words, then raised his right hand and slowly asked in return:

"Even knowing all this, will you still continue onward? I can tell you with absolute confidence that there is no wealth or treasure ahead, only fear and death!"

"Ha, are you done joking? The reason you're here, and even hypocritically trying to persuade us to leave, is it so you can slowly erode the roots of this Divine Cherry Tree?"

"..."

The Water Apostle, having his thoughts exposed, remained silent, which was tantamount to acknowledging Kiana's conjecture.

Seeing this, the two people standing opposite each other looked at each other in bewilderment.

Kiana then swung her sword, decisively rejecting the Water Apostle's speculation.

"Since that's the case, then there's nothing more to say! The Divine Cherry Tree is vital to this land. Fox Palace, Hana Sanri... they all sacrificed themselves to protect it, to prevent their wishes from being trampled upon. Abyss Apostles, I will stop you!"

"Hehehe, let's go then!"

The Water Apostle suddenly unleashed power in his hands, forming hidden blades. He then bent down to adjust his posture and observe the opportunity before launching a sudden attack.

They charged towards Kiana and Kage!

"The abyss is unstoppable!"

The Battle Between Flame and Lightning and the Abyss (Genshin Impact): Chapter Nine, The Apostle, Died

The Abyss Apostle pounced with incredible speed, accompanied by a large number of Hilichurls.

Some of these Hilichurls wielded giant shields, others lightning axes, and a few even carried crossbows capable of firing various elemental arrows.

Its momentum can be described as exceptionally fierce...

"You actually attacked me directly? Didn't you consider that I might just be an adventurer passing by?"

Kiana silently raised her sword, staring at the Abyss Apostle before her and the Hilichurl army behind it.

The Abyss Order, affiliated with the Abyss Forces, is one of the many forces in the Dark Sea.

They do not belong to the seven kingdoms, the seven ruling powers, or even to the principles of Heaven.

It is an organization that exists outside the order of this world, with the sole purpose of overthrowing the order of the seven kingdoms and the laws of nature in order to avenge the destruction of the kingdoms hundreds of years ago.

"Even if you are just passing through, we cannot let you go for the sake of the Order's plans!"

"Ok?"

Kiana fell silent upon hearing the Water Apostle's outrageous remarks.

"What arrogance!"

"Ah!"

No sooner had the words left his mouth than the water apostle suddenly unleashed several slashes!

Immediately afterwards, the power of the water element condensed in mid-air, transforming into a crescent-shaped shockwave that rushed over at a speed that almost created afterimages.

"Tch, can't you just let me finish what I'm saying?!"

Kiana suddenly drew her sword, using fire element to wrap around the blade and unleashing a fiery slash to defend herself.

All that could be heard were explosions with a series of loud "bangs!"

This cave, which was filled with lightning strikes, was instantly enveloped by a power that was beyond the reach of ordinary people.

The elemental forces wielded by both sides were beyond the comprehension of ordinary people.

They were merely feeling the powerful aftershocks of the explosion.

The Water Apostle was then able to clearly recognize the person in front of him.

It might be much stronger than I imagined...

"Foolish wretch! Tearing down this ugly old tree is just one part of the plan; a much grander plan awaits. But you won't live to see that moment!"

After saying this, he waved his hand.

He directly ordered the Hilichurls to launch a fierce attack with overwhelming force.

"Ahhhhh!!!"

For a moment, the roars of the hills even drowned out the sound of the crashing waves.

They were like a swarm of ants rushing towards a giant elephant; though small, they possessed a force that was hard to ignore.

"Tsk, fearless resistance!"

Faced with a formidable enemy, Kiana didn't hesitate and suddenly raised the Flame King Sword and swung it.

"Ready, ignite!"

Instantly, a terrifying crimson sword aura erupted from Wang Jian's body.

With a loud 'BOOM!'

Almost without exception, the volcanoes that rushed forward were engulfed by the suddenly ignited flames.

"The holder of the Fire Elemental Eye? No... this power is far stronger than that of the holder of the Eye!"

The Water Apostle carefully observed the situation and did not rush forward with his subordinates, seemingly wary of Kiana's strength.

As it turned out, his concerns were correct.

"Shadow, let's go!"

"Ah."

After unleashing a powerful blow to block the enemy's attack, Kiana once again harnessed her elemental power.

Instantly, waves of fire exploded within the cave!

The raging flames transformed into the Grim Reaper's deadly scythe, reaping the enemy.

For a time, the Hilichurls, incited by the Abyss Order, wailed in despair.

However, the abyss mages and the leader of this team, the Water Apostle, seemed indifferent to their suffering.

They silently observed the battlefield, showing no intention of rushing forward.

After the flames that had caused rocks to fly subsided, they were surprised to find that, apart from a group of Hilichurls' corpses, the scene was different.

Can you still see Kiana's shadow?

"She ran away?"

However, this idea was rejected by the Water Apostle himself as soon as it came to mind.