The Infinite Journey of a Certain Flame

"Hmm? The person in this photo..."

Mei stared at the photo, momentarily speechless. Aside from slightly longer hair and different clothing styles, the resemblance was striking.

At first glance, she thought someone had secretly taken this picture!

However, upon closer inspection of the photos, it was discovered that the girl and Kiana were behaving so intimately that they shared a candied hawthorn.

Mei then turned around, suddenly realizing what was happening, and looked at her beloved, whom she had only recently reunited with...

Out with the old, in with the new, an unforgettable Lantern Festival (Liyue New Year): Chapter 19 If the Shadows ever come, Kiana, you'd better be prepared.

How would you feel to see photos of yourself shopping with your best friend displayed online? Kiana couldn't describe her emotions at that moment, but one thing she was very clear about was...

The moment captured in this photo is a little embarrassing...

It's a scene where he and Ying share a candied hawthorn, which is honestly quite strange. Who on earth specifically chose this particular moment to film? This is going too far!

Kiana appeared calm on the surface, but inwardly she couldn't help but grumble.

Of course, no matter how you feel, you have to face it in the end.

After a fierce internal struggle, Kiana slowly turned her head, wanting to explain:

"Um, Mei. It's not what you think... cough cough! This is—!"

Although it's a little embarrassing to say this, communication is the best way to reach a reconciliation, whether it's verbal or silent.

So first, let Mei know that Kage isn't a bad person and means no harm. Then everything will be much easier...

Unfortunately.

Faced with her beloved's explanation, Mei had no intention of listening any further.

She simply watched with a serene smile, seemingly unconcerned about the matter.

"I know, it's nothing, Kiana."

Mei's tone was magnanimous and gentle, giving the impression that they had reconciled.

Seeing this, Kiana was naturally overjoyed and asked with a smile:

"Really?"

"Mm." Mei nodded, then silently drew her sword. "Only by keeping you by my side forever can I prevent some nasty bastards from stealing you away~"

"Huh? Huh!"

Looking at Mei's 'kind' face, Kiana suddenly had a premonition of impending doom...

...

After the commotion subsided, Mei examined the photo carefully.

"Is this girl a deity from across the ocean?"

“That’s right, it’s surprising. You don’t know Thor, Baal?” Ningguang stared at the girl in front of her who looked remarkably like the legendary Thor, and surprisingly showed her surprise.

What a coincidence! They have no blood relation, yet they share strikingly similar appearances. Their hair color, temperament, and even their expressions are remarkably alike.

The most bizarre thing is that the other party in this conflict... is none other than Thor, one of the Seven Rulers of Earth...

Even the well-informed Ningguang had to admit that this was the first time she had ever seen anything like it.

"Uh, I don't really need to know about her, do I? Sigh..." Mei rubbed her forehead, a hint of helplessness in her eyes. "What kind of incredible people has this girl met all these years?"

"Hehe, you two have a really good relationship."

Ningguang glanced sideways at Kiana, who was squatting on the ground clutching a large bag, and couldn't think of any words to describe her feelings at that moment.

After thinking it over, she could only say such a polite thing, as a way to ease the atmosphere.

"Hmm... Traveler."

"what happened?"

Hearing Ningguang call her name, Luminous, who was massaging Kiana's wounds, slowly turned around. She looked at Tianquan, one of the Seven Stars, wondering what she wanted to say.

Ningguang smiled faintly, and then personally repeated what she had just told those people.

"Regarding the reconstruction of Qunyu Pavilion, if you are interested..."

Simply put, it's a commissioned task, and as for the reward, Ningguang was very generous, saying she could tell Ying where anyone was.

As the most shrewd and far-sighted of the seven stars in Liyue, Tianquan is wealthy and controls the economic lifeline of Liyue.

Back then, Ying's every move at the Wangshu Inn could be easily known. This shows just how immense her power was.

It's fair to say that if she had that idea, there's nothing she couldn't get her hands on.

However, Ningguang went to great lengths to ask others to help her find the materials.

The deeper meaning behind it is truly thought-provoking.

Kiana rubbed her head, which felt better, and slowly stood up from the ground.

"I'm talking to the host."

Finally freed from her mummy state, Sirin floated over and looked at Mei with a serious expression. She seemed to have something to say, as if she wanted to say something but hesitated.

Seeing this, Kiana smiled at Ying, then pulled Sirin aside.

"what happened?"

"Well, it's not really the right time to say this, but I wanted to say... when I met Void Treasury before, something small happened that I forgot to tell you."

Xilin answered hesitantly, her hands behind her back. Her affected manner made it clear that she had done something wrong and was afraid to talk about it.

Although they hadn't known each other for a particularly long time, Kiana already knew her character inside and out.

It's quite clear that right now, there's probably something she wants to be honest with.

Hey...

It really does feel like raising a child.

For the first time, Kiana had the illusion of being a 'parent'. And the object of that affection was... an adorable and charming little doll.

Yeah, it's really fun...it's like playing house.

Kiana coughed, then crossed her arms and put on a stern face:

"You said."

"You remember Shadow, right? You mean that Thor Balzebub?"

"How could I forget! Didn't we just mention it? What, you didn't do something to wrong her, did you?"

When asked this question, Xilin spread her hands, adopting a "what's the use" attitude.

"To be honest, I had no choice but to ask her for help in order to deal with Void Treasury. You've seen her ability to provide interdimensional assistance before. But this comes at a price; it's a kind of promise."

A promise? In other words, an agreement?

Kiana stroked her chin, gradually understanding what Sirin wanted to say.

Well, it seems she's gotten herself into trouble and I'll have to help her sort it out.

That's alright. After all, without her help, Mei and I wouldn't have been able to capture Void Repository so easily last time.

"What will be the price?"

"You'll find out. I just... wanted to give you a heads-up. If she comes over another day, you'd better be prepared."

"Uh..."

Well, it seems this little guy's actions backfired. He ended up digging his own grave?

Realizing this, Kiana turned around with a smile.

There was a loud 'bang!'

Not long after Xilin recovered, a small bump swelled up on her head.

She herself was gritting her teeth and covering her head, giving the impression that if she weren't outmatched, she would have rushed up and bitten him to death.

Of course, this little guy's ferocity is only for show.

After Kiana was warned beforehand and given a minor punishment, she obediently followed behind her master to continue the story mission.

"Collecting materials from the Jade Pavilion?"

“That’s right. So, Kiana? Are you in the mood to help me with this? Payment is no problem.” Ying covered her heart sincerely, looking at Kiana expectantly with Paimon.

"What are you saying! Ying, we've known each other for so long, this little favor is nothing!"

Kiana waved generously, then reached out and hooked her hand around Ying's slender neck.

However, before she could exchange a few polite words, she suddenly felt her ear being grabbed!

"Kiana!"

Turning around, I saw Mei smiling 'kindly', which for some reason gave me a feeling of...

It sends chills down my spine...

Out with the old, in with the new, an unforgettable Lantern Festival (Liyue New Year): Chapter Twenty: Shenhe and Ganyu's Synergy as Fellow Disciples

At this moment, Kiana finally realized why Sirin had specifically reminded her earlier.

Come to think of it, Mei is already this nervous even before the Shadow is here. If she comes over... wouldn't it be a spectacular show of Herrschers battling gods on the eve of the Lantern Festival in Liyue Harbor?

Hmm, I think I tried this before?

Well... the fact that Inazuma Castle wasn't affected that time means the people there escaped a disaster.

However, Liyue is different from Inazuma. Although Zhongli has stepped down, it doesn't mean he will sit idly by. Besides, the immortals like Ganyu and Xiao are still alive. To put it simply, once a war breaks out, it will likely be a three-way melee, causing immense suffering and widespread devastation, with the flames of war spreading rapidly.

The entire Seven Kingdoms were thrown into turmoil, corpses piled up like mountains, and civilization was on the verge of destruction. Sky Island sensed the anomaly and the Maintainers immediately mobilized!

Hmm, does that seem a bit too far ahead?

While dealing with Mei, Kiana secretly wondered what might happen after the Shadow arrived.

It has to be said that if such an event had actually happened that day, the situation would have been quite dire.