The Infinite Journey of a Certain Flame

Even after hundreds of years, the flames of the Flame Witch are still incredibly hot.

The flames, ignited by hatred, possessed a terrifying power that caused even the solid ground of the castle tower to crumble under their impact.

In the end, it was reduced to scorched earth...

"Fire? Why this messenger of winter?"

Despite the distance, the woman, whose appearance had drastically changed, could still be discerned from the shadows cast from a high vantage point.

Her unique design was clearly beyond the reach of ordinary people, and the blazing flames that seemed capable of burning everything were also rare in the world.

The knowledgeable Ying vaguely recognized that this was a spell of Sumeru.

However, despite recalling her long-buried memories, she still couldn't find any information about such enemies.

It seems that this is not a creation that originally existed in this world, but rather something that arose due to some special reason.

It's both novel and somewhat intriguing.

"What exactly are these fires?"

To prevent the house from being set ablaze by the woman's burning hatred, Shadow silently used his divine power, employing even stronger lightning elemental energy to control the stray flames.

It was thanks to her help that the fire was brought under control.

This allows both sides, nearing the end of the battle, to dance freely and seize the spoils of victory...

Inside the arena, Ying fought with all her might against Ms. Yu.

Off the field, Kiana watched the battle intently.

Although she had anticipated that the lady would eventually be driven to a dead end, she did not expect the tormented witch to exert so much of her power.

They seem to have descended into madness...

"Ying, you have to be alright! As for her... I really want to be angry, but..."

Because of the systematic background information provided, Kiana clearly understood that the lady's powerful form was actually a manifestation of her suffering.

While the flames that burn monsters are powerful, those who wield the twisted power will also suffer the backlash of that power.

To wield demonic power with a mortal body...

A formidable rival worth remembering: "Lady"

The "Lady" is the eighth executive officer of the Fools.

Unlike the other fools who wield the power of the Evil Eye, the Evil Eye is an instrument to suppress the raging fire that devours everything. It's more accurate to call it a tool of torture than a weapon for battle. And this is the distorted makeup applied to her by the accumulated embers of countless years, breaking through the frost seal of the Evil Eye. Reflecting the crimson of dawn in her pupils, she finally spreads her fiery wings and flies towards the sunrise.

"But that is not the dawn, dear Rosalyn. It is a sea of ​​fire that burns everything to ashes," a voice said to her in the light.

But it didn't matter. Because she knew in her heart that she had already been engulfed by the flames.

These few words, though brief, encapsulate the pain a young girl once endured.

She once had a happy life, someone she admired, the right to dream of the future, and sang in the wind for her beloved, but she was unable to convey her feelings to the knight who roamed in the darkness.

Once, she was a free girl; now, she is a woman bound by hatred. The past has vanished with the passage of time.

The past suffering has become a forgotten memory due to the changing times.

The witch's journey ended long ago in the flames of sin and punishment.

Many vibrant lives may have already been lost due to the erosion of the cold...

But at least she existed...

In the dueling arena, the lady raised her flaming whip high, aiming straight for Ying's face.

'Snapped! '

Although Ying managed to block the deadly blow with her bladeless sword, the lady's hateful attack was so brutal that its immense force sent her flying backward.

"fluorescent!"

Seeing that things were going badly, Kiana immediately summoned the Flame King Sword, intending to take over from Luminous and continue the duel.

However, a purple figure blocked her way.

Where do you want to go?

"Get out of the way, Shadow. I don't have time to spar with you right now!" Kiana glared at Shadow, her azure eyes flashing with a dangerous light.

Like a ferocious beast protecting its cubs, they inspire awe and fear.

However, Ying did not show fear or cowardice in the face of such an oppressive gaze.

On the contrary, a belligerent smile even appeared at the corner of her mouth...

Seeing that the two sides seemed about to fight, Kujo Sara hurriedly ran over from the side and knelt down in front of Kage:

"General!"

"Kujo? Why are you doing this?"

"My lord, I lost this duel; it has nothing to do with her. I am willing to endure Wuxiang's blade. Please announce the result!"

Kujo Sara's surrender meant that she was willing to sacrifice her life for Ying's safety.

Kiana couldn't even imagine how much courage this decision required.

However, Ying merely snorted in response to his subordinates' pleas.

"A duel before the emperor is no child's play. Since she has taken your place, she must fight to the very end, even if she is killed on the spot."

Shadow's incorruptibility, like a death knell, gradually made the worried Kiana lose her composure and the peace of mind to sit down and talk.

"Get out of the way!"

"Feeling angry? Very well, unleash all your anger and let me experience your true power. This time, I'll make you fight with all your might!"

As Ying spoke, she made a move to draw her sword.

She cared nothing for the rebels, nor for the duels before the emperor.

At this moment, only the white-haired girl before him, whose strength far surpassed his own, could be described as unattainable...

Only then can you enter her heart...

Song of Flames and Lightning (Genshin Impact Inazuma Main Story): Chapter 100 This is the final act of the witch's ballet.

Although Ying's behavior was somewhat inhumane, it was also reasonable.

As the deity presiding over this royal duel, she has the power and obligation to ensure the duel proceeds smoothly.

To rashly intervene in the duel like this was tantamount to a provocation against the ancient system of duels before the emperor, and also a sign of contempt for her, the goddess.

But... the woman's behavior after transforming was somewhat abnormal.

It seems that due to some unstable factors, she didn't hold back at all... If this continues, can Ying really win the duel?

"Shadow...you insist on stopping me?"

"Oh."

Just as Kiana was questioning him, Shadow was already drawn.

As the sword radiating a purple glow appeared, the concentration of lightning element in the castle tower suddenly increased by several levels.

Is this your overflowing fighting spirit?

As a god who has held the title of God of Thunder for a long time, Shadow's will has long been able to influence the elemental forces in the surrounding environment. Although he has handed over the Heart of God, how could he not have some technical remnants after enjoying the power given by Sky Island for so many years?

If a battle were to break out now, she and I would only grow stronger with each battle, and eventually raze the entire castle tower to the ground.

Will the two sides in the final duel be affected...?

Kiana thought about it carefully and realized that if she let Shadow do as he pleased, the end result would be mutual destruction and the destruction of everything...

"This situation was not my intention." Kiana slowly raised the Blazing King Sword.

"Is it coming?"

Ying remained calm and composed, ready to display his martial prowess at any moment.

However, in just a moment, Kiana rushed in front of her with lightning speed.

All of this happened so fast, in the blink of an eye, that even Ying could only see it clearly but could not defend himself.

"Uh!" Seeing that things were not going well, she hurriedly tried to pull away, but before she could get away, she was tightly hugged by a pair of strong hands.

"Sweetie, after the duel is over, I'll play with you for a while."

Kiana hugged Kage, offering these gentle words of comfort, seemingly never regarding this woman as an enemy...

Feeling the warmth that seemed to dispel all cold and resist all darkness, Ying momentarily had the illusion that... he was still there.

If it were her...

"I went."

After confirming that Shadow did not object further, Kiana, as if she had tacitly approved of her leap, laughed heartily.

She immediately released Ying, then flicked her cloak before the sound of air being torn apart had even subsided.

Like a shooting star, it blocked Ying's path.

"drink!"

Kiana raised the Blazing King Sword with one hand and plunged the blade into the floor of the castle tower. Soon after, a wave of flames erupted.

The flames, generated by the Sumeru magic, were kept out.

"Kiana!" Ying exclaimed in surprise, finally regaining her composure. But as she realized what had happened, her astonishment turned to regret. "I never expected this..."

"Hehe, Ying. You played well. I could tell you were ready to counterattack even before I made a move, right?"

"Well, I'm just not sure if it's possible..."

"Don't worry, I won't let her hurt you. This duel is meaningless."

After speaking, Kiana turned to look at the woman whose life was burning brightly...

You could also say that Rosalyn was exhausted and her life was over.

Those who wield the flames will also suffer their burns.