The Infinite Journey of a Certain Flame

Where it once was a prosperous mining town, but due to many events, it eventually became an abandoned and eerie ghost town.

Those beast-like hounds fled here perhaps because this place is far from the control of Sky Island, making it easier to tear open a rift in the world and bring their king into this world...

But this is for the best.

After all, no living person would enter Mingyun Town anymore. Even if they did, they would be either fearless treasure-hunting groups or cunning fools with ulterior motives.

Now, this deserted town has welcomed three uninvited guests.

"Look, isn't that the magical beast we've been looking for?"

Looking at the few beast-like hunting dogs lying on the ground and howling softly in the center of Mingyun Town, Hu Tao picked up the Huma Staff without saying a word and prepared to rush over to eliminate any future troubles.

However, just as she was about to charge into battle, she suddenly slammed on the brakes.

Then he turned his head and looked at Kiana and Gan Yu with some confusion, saying:

"I suddenly feel that nothing good will happen if we go there now. What do you guys think?"

"No need to think about it, it definitely is."

Kiana spread her hands, then summoned the King Sword, intending to assess the situation before engaging.

Don't let a single sword strike shatter the world's barrier, allowing some formidable creature to slip out.

This is really awkward.

"Well..."

The pause between the two made Gan Yu, who was a little impatient, ponder.

After a moment, she slowly raised the bow, aimed with one eye, and said:

"Let me scout ahead first."

"Huh?"

Kiana and Kurumi exclaimed in unison in surprise, then immediately followed up with a simultaneous retort:

"Shoot arrows directly?!"

As soon as she finished speaking, Gan Yu let go.

The arrow, imbued with abundant ice elemental power, struck the strange black shadow surging in the night like a meteor.

Instantly, the power of the ice element exploded forth.

With a single strike, all the remaining beast hounds in the world were annihilated.

However, it was this one blow that amplified the rifts in the world.

A huge black shadow gradually emerged from the gate-like shadow.

How should I describe this thing?

Although it looks like a wolf, it does not have limbs that can be called a living creature; the bony protrusions make it hard to associate it with limbs for movement.

The wolf-headed unidentified flying objects that followed him all over gave him a majestic yet sinister and terrifying aura.

"What...what kind of monster is this?"

Watching that special creature slowly flying in the sky, moving as if its head had left its body.

Kiana was very surprised and felt unfamiliar with the situation.

Just as she raised the royal sword, intending to charge straight at him...

The system notification tone sounded quietly.

[Ding! Congratulations, host, on completing the optional side quest: Beast King Beast.]

[Mission Completion Introduction: Your exploration was a great success, so successful that you discovered a powerful creature from the Abyss invading the world—the Beast King Beast. Defeat it, or the inn you are protecting will be reduced to ashes.]

[How to complete the mission: Defeat the Beast King Beast.]

[Completing the task will reward you with the Beast Realm Crown.]

[Friendly Reminder: Your stay is nearing its limit. You will be immediately transported to the next world. Please end the battle as soon as possible to avoid being sent back during combat. (Completing this mission will be considered a completed side quest, and the system will immediately issue rewards.)]

The Battle Between Flame and Lightning and the Abyss (Genshin Impact): Chapter 50 Sisters United

The Crown of the Beast Realm?

What kind of item is this? I've never heard of it before... Could it be a special piece of equipment that the system has developed based on the concept of Beast Realm Hounds?

Just like that staff that's called a miracle but actually always brings bad luck.

I guess that's some kind of twisted sense of humor from the system, right?

Kiana, unable to contain her curiosity any longer, finally asked the question displayed by the system:

"System, what's with this crown?"

This is a special reward.

The system's response was as simple, straightforward, and efficient as ever.

It seems that it will only ever answer the questions it asks for, and not the information it asks for.

As long as it doesn't pose a significant threat, it won't say anything.

Strictly speaking, it's a relatively quiet system...

"A special reward, huh? Hmm. I get it, phew..."

Although not getting a reply was a little frustrating, Kiana understood the system's habits, or rather, its traits.

In short, this special reward will absolutely not harm you.

Definitely.

The next step is to find a way to deal with that flying beast...

"Gan Yu, Hu Tao. You two..."

Kiana turned around and gave the two girls a kind smile.

I planned to say a few words of comfort and ask them to retreat to the rear.

That way, we can avoid encountering danger.

However...

"Yes, I understand." Gan Yu nodded heavily, her eyes shining.

"I understand now. So, all that's left is to take down that big-headed monster, right?"

Walnut rubbed his hands together, eager to try, seemingly impatient to rush forward.

It was as if they had dealt with the Beast King Beast that was flying high in the sky.

Although it is fortunate that someone is willing to help.

The really bad thing is... Kiana feels that she doesn't need any help at all.

"Uh, never mind. I'm glad you can handle it."

As native inhabitants of the Liyue region, they have a natural passion and love for this land, now facing the threat of beasts invading the world from the Dark Sea.

It seems unreasonable to ask them to retreat to the rear.

With that thought, Kiana let go of her worries, took a deep breath, and then reached out to hug the two of them.

"Huh?"

"Wow!"

Gan Yu and Hu Tao both exclaimed in surprise, not understanding the meaning behind Kiana's actions.

However, as the three girls closed the distance, she lowered her head without saying a word and encouraged them in a spirited voice:

"come on!"

"This..." The two people being hugged exchanged glances, then nodded emphatically. "Yes! Good luck!"

Thus began a campaign against the Beast King Beast.

The three of them each devised a battle plan, aiming to defeat the enemy as quickly as possible.

First, Gan Yu was responsible for shooting the Frosty Arrows, aiming directly at the opponent's pupils.

Immediately afterwards, Hu Tao and Kiana rushed forward and dealt with all the hounds that appeared alongside the Beast King Beast.

The initial strategy proceeded very smoothly. In short, after being shot in the eye, the beast roared and flew down towards Gan Yu.

Honestly, its big head and poop-like appearance are really too clumsy.

So much so that Gan Yu only needed a few leaps to successfully dodge its attack.

At that very moment, Kiana and Kurumi had already wiped out most of the hunting dogs.

"Hu Tao, is it alright if I leave the rest to you?"

"Don't worry, leave everything to me!"

Hu Tao smiled and waved, then flicked her wrist to release the scorching ghost.

The ghost's overall appearance was a mix of white and red, and its slippery appearance made it look just like snot.

"Eat well, drink well, and have a safe journey!"

With the waving of a fiery soul, an astonishing wave of fire erupted.

The destructive waves of fire, like a sea of ​​flames engulfing life, swallowed up the hunting dogs that had come close.

While providing Kiana with assistance, it also attracted the attention of the beast hounds.

Before long, countless hunting dogs pounced on Walnut.

Despite the considerable number of hunting dogs, the genius master showed no fear whatsoever, instead handling the tiger-patting dog with ease.

With swift and elegant spear techniques, they reaped the lives of these monstrous beasts that plagued the region.

"That's beautiful marksmanship. I wish we could have a match sometime..."

Kiana found Hu Tao's gun skills very novel and interesting.