The Infinite Journey of a Certain Flame

Of course, Kiana, Mei, and Bronya, who were extremely familiar with Archbishop Otto's personal style, felt more out of place than anything else, just like a grown man acting cute in front of you, giving you goosebumps.

"Ugh! If you find it troublesome, why not just shorten the skirt?"

As Kiana spoke, she grabbed Sirin, who was wrapped up like a little mummy, and asked her to come over and help cut her skirt.

Seeing this, Miss Otto stood there dumbfounded, not knowing what to say. Only after a small section of her floor-length dress was cut off, barely covering her knees, did she reluctantly let out a sigh of relief.

"Phew, thanks a lot."

"You're welcome," Kiana patted little Sirin's head, then smiled at her companions behind her. "Let's go."

The group then went downstairs, quickly finished their breakfast, and set off.

As soon as they left the inn, they encountered a short immortal on the road.

"Hope you've been well."

He stood atop a large tree, looking down at the crowd. His magnificent purple robe and agate-like accessories shimmered captivatingly in the morning sunlight. His piercing, tawny eyes gave him an air of extraordinary grandeur, like a roc.

The long spear he carried on his back swayed slightly with his breathing, and the cold glint of sunlight it reflected was chilling.

Seeing the familiar green-haired sage, Kiana waved familiarly, and Bronya nodded. Only Mei and Gan Yu looked completely bewildered.

Mei's reaction was understandable, as she had never seen Xiao before and hadn't heard much about the legendary demon-slaying sage. That's why she was so puzzled when she saw her companion handling it with such ease.

As for Gan Yu...

"Eh? Master Xiao, so...you know each other?" Because she had received spiritual guidance before, Gan Yu subconsciously addressed Xiao as "Master." "I really didn't expect that. Actually, I noticed you a long time ago, but back then..."

She turned around awkwardly, looking like she wanted to say something but couldn't.

"No need to say more. I've already mentioned it. If anyone's really surprised, it should be me..."

Xiao stood on the treetop, one hand on the trunk, his tone calm but his eyes revealing a hint of surprise.

His original intention was to ask Gan Yu to look after Liu Yun Jie Feng's other disciple in Liyue Harbor, but he didn't expect Gan Yu to be so popular?

Are they all heading to Liyue Harbor? It's so noisy.

But it's all good. Since I've already made up my mind to integrate into the mortal world, it's a good thing to make more close friends.

After all, she...

Xiao stared at Kiana for a while, then nodded to himself.

"At least they are trustworthy people."

Out with the old, in with the new, an unforgettable Lantern Festival (Liyue New Year): Chapter Fifteen: The Ice Queen's Pre-Battle Observations (Not Really)

"Hmm?" Kiana, sensing Xiao looking at her, looked up and met his gaze.

Their eyes met, and the next second the other person turned into a green shadow and disappeared.

The sudden disappearance was so astonishing that Kiana and the others didn't even have time to react before Xiao appeared before them.

Light as a swallow, swift as the wind, and faster than lightning. This perfectly describes the swiftness of this Great Sage Who Subdued Demons.

Everyone was secretly amazed, while the other party looked at Gan Yu calmly.

"I didn't expect you two to travel together."

Xiao stroked his chin and pondered for a moment, then withdrew his hand, put one hand on his hip, and said calmly:

"There's no need to call me master. My guidance on cultivation is simply me sharing my cultivation insights with you. Besides, in terms of seniority, we're not that far apart."

"Uh...hehe, okay." Gan Yu nodded somewhat awkwardly upon hearing this. "Then shall I still call myself the Demon-Slaying Great Sage like everyone else?"

"Do as you please. It doesn't matter what you call me. Let's get back to the point. I've come here to ask you for a favor."

Do you need my help, Gan Yu?

Kiana was taken aback upon hearing this.

What could this aloof immortal named Xiao possibly want from Gan Yu? Could it be about exterminating demons?

If that's really the case, then you could have just told me. It would have been a way to do what you can to help our friends in this world.

Unfortunately, Kiana's thinking went astray.

Xiao didn't come here because he encountered difficulties in his mission; in fact, there were very few monsters that could trouble him. He wouldn't have come to ask for help just because he couldn't defeat them.

Do you remember her?

"Her? Uh, may I ask who she is...?"

Faced with Xiao's hint, Gan Yu was somewhat confused. There was no hint, no clear explanation; who knew who "she" was referring to?

Therefore, not only her, but also Kiana and the others behind her all had expressions of confusion.

After causing everyone to stare blankly at each other, completely bewildered.

Xiao's face darkened, feeling utterly helpless. He could only offer a reminder:

"Ah, another disciple under Lord Liuyun Jiefeng. But she rarely comes down the mountain, and you're usually in Liyue Harbor. It's normal to overlook her."

"Oh!"

Upon hearing the name of the True Lord Liuyun Borrowing the Wind, Gan Yu instantly recalled his junior sister.

“Very good.” Xiao nodded slowly and turned his gaze to Kiana and the others, as if making a request, “She hasn’t returned to the mortal world for a long time, and I think she’s bound to feel out of place. Now that the end of the year is approaching, if trouble arises, perhaps no one will be happy.”

It was so...

Sure enough, the Great Sage Who Subdues Demons is very considerate.

Gan Yu nodded slightly, then placed her hand on her heart and solemnly said:

"Okay. I understand."

Xiao then turned his gaze to Kiana and the others, and upon seeing that they also seemed to have no problem, he crossed his arms and assured them:

"If you need anything after the matter is done, you can ask me for payment. I will never refuse to do anything within my power."

Kiana looked at Xiao with considerable admiration upon hearing this, inwardly giving him a thumbs up.

You're too kind. I never expected that someone who appears so cold on the outside would actually be a trustworthy and caring immortal.

Realizing this, Kiana made a silent decision and slowly reached out to put her hand on Gan Yu's shoulder, saying happily.

"I see? Hmm... May I make a request?"

"Please feel free to speak."

"How about we go back to Liyue Harbor and celebrate the Lantern Festival together? I think Zhongli would be happy to see you. And... Ying and..."

Kiana tried hard to remember, hoping not to forget anyone.

Her request truly surprised Xiao.

"Back to Liyue Harbor? It's not convenient to stay here long. But I will go, because there's an ominous aura..."

After speaking, Xiao turned around, and another flash of green light appeared. The next second, his figure disappeared from everyone's sight, truly appearing and disappearing without a trace, mysterious beyond words.

But as long as he agrees to come, everything will be fine.

After all, this immortal who has been guarding Liyue in solitude for thousands of years cannot even return once a year. His existence has even become a legend among the common people.

"Lonely vigil... Squad leader, did you feel the same way he did back then?"

Kiana sighed briefly, then came to her senses and asked Gan Yu:

"Speaking of which, you had a junior sister? I never noticed. Was she very, very petite? If so... why didn't True Monarch Liuyun Jiefeng have an adult take her with him? What if she got kidnapped..."

After all, it's rare to see an adult reduced to needing care. So, that junior sister is probably a very, very cute, and very shy little girl, right?

If that's true, how could you let a child like her go down the mountain alone?

Kiana's thoughts were exactly what Mei and Bronya were thinking.

Unfortunately, everyone misunderstood the crux of the matter...

"No, if we're talking about human size... she should be older than me?"

Hearing Kiana's wild guesses, Gan Yu could only suppress a laugh and begin to explain to everyone.

"The Great Sage Who Subdues Demons probably means that he hopes I can control her. After all, not everyone can withstand being hit on the head three times."

"Huh? What's this? A joke?"

Everyone was completely bewildered, not understanding what Gan Yu was talking about.

Amidst everyone's puzzled gazes, the horned, half-immortal girl smiled gently and began urging everyone to return to Liyue Harbor.

...

Liyue Harbor...

The most prosperous port city among the seven kingdoms, located on the land of Liyue, is the best proof of the prosperity of the Geo kingdom. Every day, countless travelers, merchants, and merchant ships come and go, and the sheer volume of goods traded and the amount of Mora traded are unmatched by any other kingdom.

Even the Winter Kingdom, with its technological level far surpassing that of this world, wouldn't dare boast that it could rival this city. Even challenging Mora's monetary dominance would require careful consideration in establishing a bank to avoid it.

Such a prosperous city would naturally arouse the astonishment of those who have never seen it before.

"I never imagined there would be such a city nestled among these towering mountains?"

Led by Gan Yu, Mei looked at the port city before her with great astonishment. She was amazed that such a city could be built on such a rocky and rugged land.

Bronya was equally surprised.

Unfortunately, her focus... was somewhat awkward.

"How much effort would it take to capture this city?"

Upon hearing this, Gan Yu's smile froze, and Kiana's calm face immediately showed an awkward smile.

This is really interesting; the first thing I thought of when I first arrived was how to conquer someone else's hometown.

It's fortunate that she genuinely meant no harm; otherwise, Gan Yu wouldn't have been leading people on a sightseeing trip to handle paperwork, but rather directly investigating unsafe individuals!

Kiana sighed, then waved her hands repeatedly as she explained to Gan Yu:

"Ahem! Bronya actually has a lot of insights into construction. The reason she said that is because she's thinking about whether there are any areas in the city's defenses that need improvement. She really doesn't mean any harm!"

Out with the old, in with the new, an unforgettable Lantern Festival (Liyue New Year): Chapter Sixteen: Thor actually has three sisters (not really).