The Infinite Journey of a Certain Flame

Almost simultaneously, the aftershocks of the blazing flames erupted from the void, leaving deep marks on the land and rocks.

Even from a distance, Ying and Paimon were shocked and amazed that this traveler of unknown origin possessed such power.

"Wow, Paimon, did you invite her because you knew how amazing she is?"

"Huh? Hehehehe..."

"Is it really?"

Kiana!

Faced with Ying's questioning, Paimon fled to Kiana's side.

"You're so amazing!"

Although the battle just now wasn't particularly spectacular, it unreservedly demonstrated Kiana's overwhelming strength.

Having such a strong person by your side is definitely something to be grateful for.

Faced with Paimon's flattery, Kiana simply sheathed her Flame King sword and tossed her flowing ponytail.

"You flatter me, I only have a little knowledge of combat."

Do you know a little?

Ying and Paimon looked at each other, their gazes falling on the land that seemed to have been trampled by a demon.

If this is considered to be a little knowledgeable, then wouldn't they be completely clueless after fighting this Wild Abyss Clan for so long?

"Hey... Hahaha! Kiana, why are you as modest as Zhongli? Hehe... You say you're not that strong, but are you actually not even afraid of the Thunder General?"

"Paimon, let's go. Would you like to see General Thunder?"

"Uh, no, no. I feel like she must be a really fierce person, what if..."

When Ying and Paimon start joking around, they basically become a chatterbox.

They opened the precious treasure chest with practiced ease, then casually walked ahead chatting as they went.

Kiana, having completed the mission and earned Herrscher Points, silently continued to provide protection.

However, compared to before, the atmosphere among the three of them was noticeably better.

Ying was even able to turn around and, together with Paimon, introduce General Raiden to Kiana.

"If we have the chance, shall we go and meet Thor together?"

Kiana recalled Thor's power and felt a sense of anticipation for some reason.

"General Thunder? I'll probably have to learn a thing or two from her sometime in the future."

The duo who were about to enter Konta Village were both surprised when they heard this.

"Huh? You're not really afraid of General Thunder, are you?"

"Let's be careful and try to avoid any conflict... I forgot to introduce myself. My name is Ying, and I'm a traveler from another world. I'm currently searching for my lost brother. What about you, Kiana?"

Ying smiled and frankly stated the purpose of her trip.

"My name is Kiana, and I'm also looking for someone."

"Is it a journey to find lost relatives?"

"No, I've already found it."

Kiana stared intently at Luminous, as if she saw only Luminous...

Stared at like that, Ying took a step back in surprise, her face flushing red.

The oblivious Paimon finally noticed the unusual atmosphere, his gaze shifting between the two of them: "Hey! Who are you looking for?"

The Song of Flames and Lightning (Genshin Impact Inazuma Main Story): Chapter 3 - Let's Drink Some Happy Water

Kiana stared at the little guy for a while, but didn't seem inclined to answer.

This behavior of only saying half the story made Paimon even more curious.

"Have you known each other before?"

know?

It would have been better if Paimon hadn't reminded me, but once he did, things got better.

Ying suddenly realized that the girl in front of her bore a striking resemblance to the nameless god who had stolen her brother.

Of course, this is only in terms of similarity.

Although both have the same long white hair and the same strangely styled clothing, they are different from that cold-hearted god.

The girl in front of me is much warmer...

"Blue eyes...so beautiful."

Those clear eyes were filled with conviction and courage, completely different from the indifference and arrogance of the gods.

This alone is enough to prove that she is different from that god.

Thinking of this, Ying stretched and then reached out to tap her chattering travel companion who kept asking questions: "Paimon, if others don't want to tell you, don't keep asking."

"Huh?" Paimon covered his head, his face full of incomprehension. "Why? You already told others... Hmm, that's a bit unfair, isn't it?"

Upon closer reflection, it is indeed unfair.

But Kiana actually has something she can't say about it.

She wasn't sure how to explain the existence of the system and the mission to Ying in a way that would seem reasonable.

You can't just say that you went to all this trouble just to complete a task given to you by an omnipotent being, can you?

Therefore, in this situation, becoming a riddle solver is the best solution.

And so, at the desolate entrance to Konta Village, a girl and a doll-like figure were arguing.

Kiana, on the other hand, was ignored and silently watched over the two women, waiting for them to finish their argument.

"Huff...huff, I've talked so much, I'm thirsty."

Finally, Paimon stuck out his little tongue, looking like he was about to die of thirst.

"Huh? Didn't you eat slime just before you left the island?"

"But I didn't drink any water!"

"Hmm..." Ying felt inexplicably thirsty at the thought of her perpetually hungry companion. "There's a ditch by the field, go drink from it."

"How could I possibly drink such dirty water? It's filthy, you know!"

"So slimes are clean?"

Whether slime is clean or not, only those who have eaten it probably know.

Kiana had never eaten it and had no interest in touching it.

However, compared to those monsters, these two people were more interesting to her.

"They have a really good relationship."

At this moment, Paimon puffed out his cheeks and stomped his foot in the air, while Ying crossed her arms and turned her face away, ignoring him.

But Kiana was certain that this was simply their way of expressing concern.

"Hmm...you're thirsty, aren't you?"

Kiana looked around and saw only swamps and irrigation ditches for the fields.

Although there is water, it is not drinkable.

In this situation, is it still possible to get clean water?

Kiana pondered the question for a moment, then, on a whim, summoned the system's shop.

The online store has everything imaginable and covers all aspects of life.

Besides their respective combat supplies, they also had many daily necessities.

Kiana's consciousness skipped over countless bottled water items, and finally found her target in the dazzling array of products in the system's shop.

"Exchange for two cans of Coke."

[20 Herrscher Points consumed. Host's remaining Herrscher Points: 80.]

As Herrscher Points were consumed, two cans of drinks that were unique to this world appeared in Kiana's hands.

"It even helped chill it? The system's thoughtfulness is unexpected."

She slowly raised her hand, and the two cans of cola floated and flew to Paimon and Ying's front.

The moment the icy metal can appeared, it immediately caught the attention of the two men.

Paimon circled the Coke can several times before finally hesitatingly picking it up with both hands, his face full of surprise: "Kiana, you really are just like Zhongli, holding things like that... I've only ever seen Zhongli and Wendy do that before."

Hearing these words, Ying finally came to her senses and hesitantly grasped the cola can.

Feeling the coolness in her hands, she nodded in disbelief.

"...Indeed. Are you a god too? No wonder you can wield elemental power without the Eye of God. Judging by the attributes... could you be the God of Fire?"

If so.

Therefore, it makes perfect sense that she would use the phrase "seek guidance" when referring to General Thunder.

only.

When asked about this speculation, the person involved simply smiled and shook their head, speaking frankly with a sincere expression.

"I assure you, I am absolutely not a so-called god."

"Uh..."

Ying hesitated, unsure whether she should press the matter further.

At this very moment...

"Hiccup, this water tastes so good! Ying, you should drink some too, hiccup!"

Paimon was beaming with excitement, his eyes practically sparkling with little hearts.