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"Morax--!" Ruo Tuo's bell-like voice resounded throughout Tianheng Mountain.

"When you come back! Remember to buy me one of these things! It should be bigger! Stronger! And big enough to carry me!"

Zhongli's figure had long since turned into a speck of light in the sky, and it was unknown whether he heard his old friend's shout of "heavyweight" request.

The stream of light flew higher and higher, farther and farther, and finally disappeared completely at the intersection of the clouds and the sky.

Only an ancient Dragon King remained on the top of Tianheng Mountain, gazing at the sky and thinking of "flying".

There was also a somewhat puzzled Mechanical Master. "Didn't he go to test out the new features? How could he just disappear with a single word 'gone'?"

At this time, Nata was on a mountain outside the Hanging Wood People tribe.

Ying, Paimon, Marani and Chaska gathered around Vichama.

When this legendary scout of the Hanging Wood people forcibly salvaged the ancient name of Murko, he was eroded by the backlash of the violent abyssal energy.

He clenched his teeth, beads of sweat the size of beans sliding down his forehead, and he was obviously in great pain.

Ying's eyes were solemn as she made a quick decision: "Marani, Chaska, you take the damaged 'Spiritual Marrow Stone' and explain the situation to Vaina. Paimon and I will escort Vichama back to camp."

"But..." Chaska wanted to talk about some techniques on how to fight against the erosion of the abyss, but was taken away directly by Marani.

Ying and Paimon held Vichama on the left and right and walked towards the temporary camp set up by Vichama.

Vichama's consciousness began to blur, and he let out unconscious moans.

After making sure they were out of sight of Marani and the others, Ying immediately whispered, "Paimon!"

"I understand!" Paimon's face was serious, and he stretched out his hand without hesitation.

Another familiar set of abyssal energy removal packages.

"Huh...done!" Paimon seemed to be getting more and more familiar with the process. He then wiped the non-existent sweat from his forehead and breathed a sigh of relief.

Ying also felt relieved and gave Paimon an approving look.

The two men continued to support Vichama, who had regained some consciousness, and quickened their pace back to the camp to settle him down.

When Ying and Paimon found Marani and the others again, they saw from a distance that Chaska was arguing fiercely with a young woman who was dressed simply but had a stubborn and bookish temperament.

The woman's features were somewhat similar to Chaska's, but her expression was more stubborn. She was her younger sister, Kuike.

Waina stood not far away, looking at the two sisters who were arguing with each other, and shook his head helplessly.

Seeing Ying and Paimon approaching, he explained in a low voice, "That's Kuike, Chaska's sister. She's an excellent doctor."

Ying listened quietly, looking at the almost identical stubbornness and worry hidden under the anger on the two similar faces, and she understood.

She thought of Sora, whom she had yet to find. The bond of blood connection, the deep-seated fear of losing the other person, often turned into sharp words and distant protection.

She understood it too well. As someone who also had close family ties, Ying could clearly feel the deep concern that permeated the quarrel.

"Do we need to... persuade them?" Paimon asked in a low voice, feeling a little anxious as he saw the two sisters arguing with each other.

Ying shook her head slightly and whispered, "This is a matter between sisters. Outsiders intervening may be counterproductive. There are some knots in their hearts that they need to untie themselves."

Sure enough, the quarrel did not last long.

Kuike looked at her sister's stubborn expression, and finally all her anger turned into a long sigh full of fatigue and disappointment.

She looked at Chaska deeply, her eyes showing grievance, confusion, and unconcealable worry. Then she said nothing more, turned around and left quickly, her back revealing a sense of loneliness.

Chapter 73: Chatting with Mavica, successfully contacting Katsina

Chaska stood there, looking at his sister's receding back. His lips moved as if he wanted to say something, but in the end he pursed his lips tightly. His fists were clenched so tightly that the knuckles had turned white.

Vaina walked over to Chaska and gently reminded him, "Chaska, if you have time... spend more time with Kuike. Family is a treasure worth protecting more than any battle. Don't wait until you lose it to appreciate the care they give you."

These words seemed to have touched a tense string in Chaska's heart. She shuddered slightly, lowered her head, and did not refute.

Vaina then turned to Ying and Paimon: "How is Vichama?"

"Much better, resting in the camp." Ying said concisely.

Waina breathed a sigh of relief: "That's good, thank you both."

He then looked at Malani, "About the 'Spiritual Marrow Stone'..."

Malani and Chaska's faces suddenly showed embarrassment and guilt.

Maranie stepped forward and took out the completely damaged and dull "Spiritual Marrow Stone".

Waina looked at the marrow stone that had lost its power, and a trace of regret flashed in his eyes, but more of it was understanding and tolerance.

He waved his hand, his voice steady, "It's alright. You did the right thing with it. I'll personally explain things to Xitrali. Leave the rest of the matter to me."

He patted Maranie's shoulder and glanced at the depressed Chaska. "You have a more important mission to accomplish. Go ahead and be careful."

Viner is indeed a trustworthy and reassuring senior.

After bidding farewell to Waina, Ying, Paimon, Marani and Chaska, with their concerns for Katsina, set out on their journey home again and rushed towards the Holy Fire Arena.

The first words he said after seeing Mavica again were like a thunderbolt that struck everyone's heart.

It turns out that Mavica and the Fatui's executive officer, the captain, donated all their elemental energy after the battle. It must be said that this was a bold decision.

Afterwards, without much greetings or emotion, everyone began to prepare for the ceremony.

Ying and Mavica accidentally mentioned "destiny" during their casual chat. Ying stared at the sacred fire, her eyes reflecting the dancing flames and an indomitable will.

Ying said slowly, "I don't believe in predetermined 'fate'."

Her voice was clear and firm. "If 'fate' is a predetermined script, then we become puppets, playing our predetermined roles on the stage and heading towards a predetermined ending."

"Joy, anger, sorrow, life, death, all exist solely to please the 'audience' and have nothing to do with the puppet's own wishes."

She paused, her eyes sharp as a sword: "If one day, I find myself on a stage like this, and discover that I am just an 'actor' who has no control over my own behavior..."

Ying clenched her fists, her knuckles turning slightly white, and her voice was filled with a determination to cut off all ties.

"Then I will tear up the script and jump off the stage! I will let those so-called 'audiences' step into this world and let them know."

"Destiny should be written and broken by those who are in it, not controlled by those who sit on the sidelines!"

She didn't say anything else, but the strong personal will and desire for freedom contained in these words made Mavica's eyes flash with a strange light.

This traveler from a foreign land, her soul is like her journey, full of infinite possibilities and indomitable spirit.

Mavica didn't refute, but just smiled and told Ying and Paimon more about her and Nata's past.

Ying and Paimon listened quietly, and felt more and more deeply that the most shining thing about the Fire God in front of them was not her fighting power.

Rather, it is the light of a leader that comes from the people, serves the people, and ultimately returns to the people.

Her humanity, her wisdom, and her sense of responsibility are far more profound and more inspiring than any divine power.

She is now the well-deserved Soul of Nata.

By the time the ceremony officially began, the moon was already at its zenith and it was evening.

As the ceremony progressed, the light in the center of the magic circle suddenly condensed, and a vague but familiar figure slowly emerged - it was Katsina who was trapped deep in the Kingdom of the Night God!

Her shadow was initially wary and confused, and her large eyes looked around, as if she thought it was the whispers of the abyss that were bewitching her again.

But when her eyes swept over the familiar faces of Ying, Paimon, Malani, Chaska and Ianshan, her vigilance instantly turned into incredible surprise, and then was covered with a layer of mist.

However, the little Nata warrior did not express his fear or grievances at the first moment.

She took a deep breath and spoke eagerly with a barely perceptible cry in her voice.

"Ying! Marani! Listen to me! The anomaly in the Kingdom of Night God originates from the Great Spirit! It seems to have been eroded by the abyss as well!"

"I... I tried to get closer to help it, but the abyss sent out a terrible monster... I almost got..."

Her words were urgent and broken, but they clearly conveyed a message: even in desperate situation and isolated, she did not give up her duty as a Nata warrior, and was still trying to find the truth and try to help the great spirit who protects Nata.

She tried to straighten her chest and make her voice sound stronger: "I...I'm fine! Really! Don't worry!"

But this forced strength, coupled with the fatigue and a hint of despair revealed in her shadow, made everyone present feel a heart-wrenching pain.

Paimon clenched her fists tightly and her big eyes were filled with tears. At this moment, she thought of the two guys who had slandered Katsina in Nata before. The lesson they received at that time was too light.

At this moment, Malani took a step forward, her voice as firm as a rock, penetrating Katsina's strong defenses: "Katsina! Look at me!"

Her eyes were sharp and powerful. "No one has abandoned you! We have heard your voice and witnessed your efforts! You are not alone! Now, we are here! Show your true courage! Wait, we will rescue you soon!"

Malani's words were like a shot of adrenaline, and the confusion and despair in Katsina's eyes were mostly dispelled, replaced by the feeling of being understood and the rekindled fire of hope.

"Malanie...everyone...I'm really scared. It's dark and eerie here. I really want to go back..."

"But I'm also afraid that you'll be in danger, and then I'll be the one holding you back..."

Malani continued to encourage, “Stay strong, Katsina, we will never leave you alone!”

However, communications began to become unstable.

"Thank...thank you...be careful..."

Before Katsina could finish her words, the communication was completely disconnected.

There was no hesitation in Ying's eyes. "Let's go! Time is of the essence. We must set off immediately for the entrance to the Kingdom of Night God!"

Chapter 74 World Commission: Saving Private Katsina

Just as Ying and her group were on their way, the familiar system prompt box with a faint blue light popped up in front of all the chat group members at the same time!

[System prompt! World commission has been opened! ]

Commission Name: Saving Private Katsina

Difficulty: Easy

Number of people: 5

Delegation reward: 300 group points

Commission details: After accepting the mission, you will be directly teleported to [Genshin Ying] to assist him in going deep into the Kingdom of the Night God and safely rescue the trapped Katsina.

Commission Tips: The target location has a complex environment and is subject to abyssal energy erosion. Please pay attention to protection and cooperation.

This sudden world commission instantly set the peaceful chat group in an uproar!

[Genshin Impact·Ying]: "Excuse me everyone! Katsina is in critical condition!"

[Bengtie·Xing]: "Points are coming to my door! Oh no, it's the lovely Katsina who needs help! I, Xing, will do my best to help! Sign up!"

【Zero·Ling】: "Finally, a chance to fight!"

This afternoon, Zhe and Ling were frantically trying out their abilities in the uninhabited area of ​​the outer ring. Although it was still difficult to control their abilities in subtle ways, their large-scale attacks were still quite capable and were enough to clean up the small fry.

However, it may still be difficult to face elite enemies. Fortunately, the two can also transform into elements to avoid physical attacks, which is much more powerful than before when they were powerless.

After all, it is impossible to be able to use an ability as easily as one's own arm as soon as one has acquired it. That is definitely a performance that can only be achieved by cheating.

However, their training also left a mysterious legend to the people of the Outer Rim - mysterious icebergs and burning boulders appeared in the Outer Rim!

[Bengtie·March 7th]: "Hey hey hey? Wait for me! I want to help too! Xing, Teacher Danheng, sign up quickly!"

[Genshin Impact·Paimon]: "Great! With everyone's help, we'll definitely be able to rescue Katsina faster! Thank you all!"

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "This commission isn't difficult, and I've already reached Mount Dama in the Thousand Ravines Sands, so it's not far from Nata."

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "This is a rare opportunity, a chance for everyone to gain more experience. Ying, Paimeng, and everyone else who will be heading out, please proceed with caution. I'll be waiting for your return outside."

Ying and Paimeng felt warm in their hearts when they saw the enthusiastic registration in the group and Zhongli's support from afar. They quickly expressed their sincere gratitude in the group.

Almost immediately after Zhongli finished speaking, a cold system announcement appeared at the top of all group members' screens:

[System Announcement]: [World Commission [Saving Private Katsina] has been accepted!]

Participants: [Bengtie·Xing], [Bengtie·March 7], [Bengtie·Danheng], [Juequling·Zhe], [Juequling·Ling] The transmission will start in 10 seconds!

Target location: [Genshin Impact Ying]'s location. Please be prepared!

The blue light of the transmission countdown began to flash in front of the participating members.

In the lounge of Wildfire Town, Zhe looked at Ling who was eager to try beside him and gave her a serious instruction.

"Ling, remember, this time we're going to a completely unfamiliar world. We're facing the energy of the Abyss, which we've never encountered before. The environment may be even more bizarre and unpredictable than the Hollow."