The Infinite Journey of a Certain Flame

"Let me make this clear beforehand: although I did kidnap your Thunder General, I released him long ago. Continuing to insist is just a futile effort. Let's go."

Having said all that, anyone with a slightly weak will should understand that continuing to stubbornly persist will only result in a beating, and will ultimately be utterly pointless.

However, Kujo Sara did not choose the wisest decision.

She slowly stood up, then raised the bow in her hand. Even though her face was pale and she was drenched in sweat, she still assumed the most standard archery posture.

Decades of relentless training and improvement, all for the sake of being able to faithfully serve that lord.

Faced with a formidable foe, perhaps retreating would allow us to survive, but...

This is definitely not the martial arts I pursue.

"Narukami Eternal!"

As an elemental arrow imbued with raven feathers was fired, the already fiercely attacking Shogunate army warriors suddenly went berserk as if they had been buffed.

The swift attack initially caused the resistance forces considerable hardship, resulting in repeated defeats.

"Ha...ha, come on! Challenger facing thunder, your opponent is me!"

"..."

Looking at the shogun who seemed unsteady on his feet, Kiana suppressed the slight lapse in her confidence.

She glared at him, then charged forward with lightning speed.

Before the terror in Kujo Sara's eyes had faded, she disarmed him with a swift movement and subdued him on the ground.

"You lost."

This was the only time Kujo Sara had a chance to officially fight Kiana after chasing her for so long.

Ironically...

She hadn't even caught a glimpse of Kiana before being utterly defeated, forced to crawl on the ground with her hands locked behind her back, enduring the humiliation of a complete defeat...

"You have won, but even if you take my life, this battle will not be over!"

"Hehe, you have a strong fighting spirit, but you should just stay put."

Kiana exerted a little force and completely suppressed Kujo Sara, but she had no intention of killing him.

She knew very well that even if she didn't take action, the shogunate army would still be defeated.

As time went on, the battle between the rebel army and the shogunate army became increasingly intense, and Goro and his men were exhausted by the seemingly endless enemy.

Even though Ying possesses three elemental powers and has the healer ninja Hayayu as her helper, she is unable to turn the tide of battle because she is being focused on by the advance team of the Fatui.

At first glance, it seems that the resistance will be defeated soon?

"Cough! You... have already... cough cough lost! Hand over the general, or none of you will escape!" Just as Kujo Sara saw that the situation had improved and thought that Kiana was hesitant to make a move because she was afraid of him.

The water elements on the beach suddenly began to stir, as if controlled by something...

"what happened?"

"This is... the rebel army's strategist?!"

"Damn it, it's pitch black here and we can't see anything. Could it be that this nighttime ambush is part of the rebels' plan?!"

Just as the morale of the shogunate soldiers was low due to the sudden change, a pink-haired figure slowly appeared on the battlefield.

"Gentlemen, I'm sorry to have kept you waiting."

After skillfully dealing with the advance party of the fools who appeared out of nowhere in Kujo Sara's army, Shinkai launched an attack at night, devising a plan to counter their moves.

At this time, because the resistance army led by Goro was outnumbered and outgunned, they were quickly surrounded.

The surrounding area was almost entirely composed of Shogunate soldiers, and this extremely disadvantageous encirclement gave the Xinhai ambush troops a significant strategic advantage.

This allowed her to confidently allow the elite forces of Coral Palace and the mercenary legion formed by Manyo Hokuto to create a counter-encirclement.

"The plan is complete; now is the time for our counterattack!"

Inspired by the sea of ​​hearts, the resistance fighters launched a devastating counterattack.

The outcome of this battle seems to be clear...

"It's over..." The shogunate army, which was being routed and was gradually retreating, was seen by the shogunate army.

For the first time, Kujo Sara felt what true despair was...

She collapsed to the ground as if in a daze, not reacting even as her face came into close contact with the dirty sand.

Only those two lines of tears, shed in humiliation, told Kiana the fact that she was still alive...

The Song of Flames and Lightning (Genshin Impact Inazuma Main Story): Chapter 65 The Sea of ​​the Heart: I hope to have the opportunity to understand you more deeply.

With the help of powerful figures such as Manyo, Hokuto, and Kei, the shogunate army did not hold out for long before their morale collapsed and they began to flee in disarray.

During this time, many shogunate soldiers attempted to counterattack Kiana and rescue Kujo Sara.

However, when two armies clash, capturing the commander is the wisest and most effective tactic. How could Kiana bear to let this woman who had been chasing her for several days escape like this?

"Be careful of burns!"

She plunged the Blazing King Sword into the ground, and flames that seemed capable of scorching all evil erupted from it, crushing the last vestige of fighting spirit in the still loyal shogunate soldiers.

Finally, the battle ended.

Kujo Sara was captured, the shogunate army was defeated and scattered, and after many hardships, Hori finally reunited with the resistance army.

The main task assigned by the system has finally been completed.

But the story of this world doesn't actually end there...

[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have successfully completed the main quest in the world of Teyvat: The Traveler from Another Land.]

[Mission Completion Method: Assist the protagonist, the Traveler, in escaping General Thunder's capture and escorting him safely to reunite with Goro Shinkai and the others.]

[Completion rewards: 10000 Herrscher Points. Please check your account.]

[The host may now choose to explore the next world or remain there for a period of time.]

[Friendly reminder: Before embarking on your journey to the new world, you may choose to stay for a period of time to complete important related side quests, consuming a certain amount of Lawbringer Points each day.]

Kiana was stunned after hearing the long-awaited system notification.

"So it's possible to stay for a while? That's good. I feel like there's something I haven't finished, so staying a little longer is fine."

[Ding! The system has detected that the host has chosen to stay. 20 Herrscher Points will be deducted daily starting at 00:00. Special reminder: If the number of days of stay exceeds a certain threshold, the daily Herrscher Point consumption will also increase.]

Is the system too meticulous? The Herrscher Points required for staying even change over time.

It seems it really doesn't want to stay in this world for long...

"Phew, whatever. Since I'm already planning to stay a few more days, I might as well check out the side quests."

With this in mind, Kiana, holding Kujo Sara by the arm, began to walk toward the beach where the rebels were gathered.

As they walked, the system's task notification sounded.

[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have obtained an optional side quest: I have a pot that can hold people, grow vegetables, raise flowers, and raise fish.]

[Mission Introduction: In recognition of the host's excellent completion of the system's assigned task, the special item in the shop, the Dust Song Jar (Hyperdimensional Edition), is being offered at a discount. Originally priced at 30000 Herrscher Points, it is now only 15000 Herrscher Points! First come, first served! (This promotion will end after you select to proceed to the next world.)]

"Dust Song Pot, the Hyperdimensional Edition? Does that mean it can ignore the limitations of dimensional barriers? That sounds really fun! But the price..."

Kiana was somewhat at a loss regarding the exorbitant price of 15000 Herrscher Points.

She glanced at the main quest reward that had just arrived in her account—a mere 13000+ Herrscher Points—and suddenly realized how right she had been to choose to stay.

"If we complete the second side quest..."

[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have obtained an optional side quest: Born of fire, end of fire.]

[Mission Introduction: Ying and your journey are not yet over. The cold wind still howls, and if nothing is done, disaster may strike. And the source of the chaos may be those guests from the depths of winter...]

[Optional mission completion method: Guide the abolition of the Eye Hunting Edict and the National Isolation Edict, quell the war between the rebel army and the shogunate army, and thwart the conspiracy of the Fools.]

[Completing optional missions can earn a maximum reward of 8000 Herrscher Points.]

The above things seem incredibly difficult, but... now that I've pulled Ying out of the Pure Land of One Heart, I suppose as long as I explain things to her clearly, the problem should be solved.

"So, what's next?"

Having clarified her next goal, Kiana arrived at the place where the resistance forces were gathered.

At this moment, Ying, Paimon, Xinhai, and others are gathered together, introducing themselves.

Halfway through the introduction, Kiana arrived, carrying Kujo Sara, and they both turned around with surprised expressions.

"Wow, Kiana is really amazing! She actually captured a general of the Shogunate army!" Paimon was the first to react, clapping his hands and praising her.

"Um... Kiana, don't get so close, you might get hurt..."

Ying, a little jealous, tugged at her cloak, hoping her good friend would stay away from this dangerous enemy.

Kiana's reaction to this was far from satisfactory:

"Don't worry, since I can subdue her once, it won't hurt to do it a few more times."

"Hey, actually—!"

Ying pouted, wanting to say something to her slow-witted best friend, but before she could utter a word of complaint...

"General Lai's martial prowess is gratifying. My name is Xin Hai, and I am very happy that the resistance has such strong individuals as you joining us."

The gentle and approachable voice brought everyone back to their senses, and they all turned to look at the speaker.

Xin Hai, the renowned strategist of the resistance...

"Yes, my name is Kiana, and I'm an unknown traveler. I hope we can get along well."

Kiana spoke slowly and responded politely.

As the strategist of the resistance, Xin Hai's position is beyond doubt, and as the main person in charge of the Coral Palace, she can be called the true leader.

With her exquisite features, she gave Kiana a slight smile. In the firelight, her snow-white skin reflected a pearly luster, and her legs clad in snow-white stockings and her beautiful pink hair made her as charming and beautiful as a mermaid princess from legend.

Moving your gaze downwards, you can see the uniquely styled dress, resembling a fairy's gown. Although some parts are rather unsatisfactory, requiring the bow at the chest to cover them up, these flaws do not detract from its overall beauty.

At this moment, the delicate and beautiful young girl was staring at him with great curiosity:

"If possible, I hope to have the opportunity to get to know you more deeply, is that alright?"