The Infinite Journey of a Certain Flame

Seeing that her travel companion was acting strangely again, Ying frowned:

"Paimon, what weird stuff have you eaten this time? That smell..."

"I didn't eat anything, just this."

Seeing her excited travel companions, Ying also became interested in the iron kettle that Kiana had shared.

However, instead of biting open the can and drinking like Paimon did, she unscrewed the can and tasted it under Kiana's guidance.

"This? Hmm... it tastes like lemon, but it's also sweet. Cough cough cough! It's so pungent, cough cough! Let's hurry up and go, it's getting late."

Ying was drinking soda for the first time and didn't expect it to be so strong. She choked and coughed repeatedly.

Seeing this, Kiana considerately leaned over and gently patted her back:

"well enough?"

Upon contact, an electric-like burning sensation surged from my back.

Ying shivered, but quickly recovered and looked at Kiana with an embarrassed expression.

"Cough! Much better... I'm sorry, you brought out such precious water, but I wasted it."

"Waste? Not at all. Aren't we good friends? If you really think it's wasteful, then give me the drink."

Upon hearing this, Ying handed the can back without hesitation.

As a result, Kiana took the can and, without saying a word, tilted her head back and drank the soda in one gulp.

As the powerful liquid slid down her throat, she licked her lips with lingering satisfaction, then squeezed them together forcefully.

The can was immediately engulfed in flames.

"This way, nothing will be wasted. Let's go."

How could she... just snatch my drink away?

and...

Ying rubbed her lips, her face flushing with embarrassment for some reason.

And just as she was feeling embarrassed and ashamed.

Paimon was actually grinning and hugging a can of Coke, acting all silly.

Ying's face fell, and the consequences were severe.

"Um...Paimon, are you still thirsty?"

"I'm not thirsty anymore, but... this water is so delicious! I can still drink more—!"

"You don't need to eat tonight."

Upon hearing this, Paimon froze on the spot.

"Hey!"

Ying took the can from the stunned girl's hand and handed it to Kiana.

After dealing with the trash, the two continued their journey. Paimon, who quickly realized what had happened, caught up with Ying and complained to her.

Kiana continued to listen to their banter.

The clear, cheerful voices of Ying and Paimon echoed along the desolate village road, making the otherwise oppressive atmosphere of the trip much more pleasant.

Just as the group finally stepped into the village, Paimon returned to the main topic, reminding Ying and Kiana:

"This must be Konta Village, right? A secret... Hmm, Paimon smells something suspicious!"

"Paimon's nose is sharper than a dog's..."

"really."

"You guys! How rude! That's just a figure of speech. Hiccup..."

Paimon stomped his foot in the void, but ended up burping instead.

The scene was quite awkward at one point...

Kiana and Ying exchanged glances, revealing awkward yet polite smiles.

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"Ugh..." Paimon covered his mouth, unable to understand why he kept hiccuping.

So he just covered his mouth and watched Ying and Kiana.

The two stared at each other, as if playing a game of "Red Light, Green Light".

After a long pause, she crossed her arms and said haughtily:

"Hmph. This place looks very peaceful, but there must be something going on underneath. Even the masked shrine maiden said so, there must be some secret."

"Undercurrents are brewing?"

Ying looked around at the calm and peaceful Konta Village and felt a rare sense of tranquility.

Is there really an undercurrent brewing in this peaceful village?

Although Ying was unsure, it was best to be careful while in a foreign country.

Whether it's being careful to avoid being hurt by others, or hurting others.

"Kiana..."

"Ok?"

Upon hearing this, Kiana looked at Ying.

She was considering whether to directly split open the desolate well and then lead Ying through thorns and brambles to the Great Purification.

After all, those minor obstacles were like toys to her.

If there's a shortcut, why not just skip it altogether?

However...

"Could you please not be too flamboyant... and try not to reveal your strength?"

Don't reveal your strength? To put it simply, you mean don't make a move?

Kiana couldn't understand Ying's rude request at all.

"why?"

"Well..."

Ying and Paimon exchanged a glance, both feeling inexplicably speechless.

why?

Because I'm worried that if you make a move, the entire Konta Village will be turned into a sea of ​​fire!

Although General Raiden enforced the Eye Hunting Order, the eyes and ears of the Inazuma people were not just for decoration.

If she senses it, then we'll have to wage a full-scale war against the entire Inazuma clan...

"Because I don't want anyone to get hurt..."

Ying answered hesitantly, her eyes unconsciously glancing elsewhere.

Seeing her like this, Kiana was slightly puzzled.

"Someone's injured? Yes, are you worried about me? You're such a worrywart, but... let her have her way for now."

In any case, monsters are rarely seen near such village settlements.

The next few battles will also take place in the wild.

"can."

"Hmm... thank you." Ying rarely showed a happy smile, then looked at Paimon who was still hiccuping, "Let's go to the village and ask someone."

"Okay, hiccup... I feel a little unwell, I'll rest for a while..."

After saying that, Paimon turned around and disappeared into the air to rest.

Without her, the exploration of Konta Village became much quieter.

Of course, the reasons for the quietness are not limited to this.

Also includes...

"This is the floating bag that Futaba mentioned."

"The marked money bag will be useful when we question the village chief."

"This list of goods covered in writing is very useful. Here you go."

Ying stared blankly at the three quest items she had obtained from Kiana without any effort, not knowing what to say for a long time.

After a moment of silence, she came to her senses and sighed:

"Wow... Kiana, you're really amazing."

Wow, that's amazing!

I just helped look for something...

Kiana blinked and answered without hesitation:

"Oh? No, I'm just good at finding things."

Just then, Paimon, who had been resting for a long time, finally couldn't resist showing up.

"Yeah! He can fight, he can turn water into delicious water, and he's humble too. Wow... he really is just like Zhongli!"

“Much more reliable than Paimon,” Ying interjected at the opportune moment.

"Mmm-hmm! More reliable than Paimon...wait, Paimon is reliable too!"

The duo chatted and joked as they made their way to Konta Village, having a wonderful time.