Still playing traditional Genshin Impact?

"Don't be so scared. I'm not a cannibal. I know what Ms. Kamisato means. The matter of the Thunder Cherry Tree is one thing, and the other thing is that you want to ask me what I think of the Eye Hunting Order, right?"

His tone was calm, but Kamisato Ayaka almost couldn't hold the cup steadily.

How to say it, although she started collecting information about Xie Yan a long time ago and vaguely felt that he was the one who could change the situation in Inazuma, as she collected more and more information, Kamisato Ayaka was genuinely curious about Xie Yan and unconsciously wanted to find out more about him.

There are rumors that Xie Yan is cold and heartless, but Thomas proves that although his law enforcement is strict, it actually protects the weak.

There are rumors that Xie Yan is arrogant, greedy and lustful, and many examples are listed. However, after Kamisato Ayaka carefully verified (she didn't know why she did that), they were all just slander... Among them, greed for money was the most ridiculous. If Xie Yan wanted to make money, he could have made a fortune by selling weapons, but he never considered this issue at all.

As she collected more and more intelligence, she not only regarded Xie Yan as a companion, but also admired and yearned for him as a warrior and a girl. However, she did not expect Xie Yan to see things so clearly that she even worried that some of her little thoughts were seen through.

To be honest, in addition to learning the outside news from Zaoyou yesterday, I also learned a private secret of Xie Yan: the bandage he used yesterday was actually Xiaogong's breast wrap. Zaoyou, who has always been lazy, was very serious in the action. In order to confirm the information, she went to Xiaogong's room to search... But according to Zaoyou's report, she forgot the order of folding the clothes in the last step, and Xiaogong might find out.

At that moment, Kamisato Ayaka also considered whether to give Xie Yan some "specialties"... although she rejected it with a blushing face the next second.

23 The Nature of War

Xie Yan didn't realize what Kamisato Ayaka was thinking. He just felt a little embarrassed because his wife Ayaka was more cautious than him.

This is a heart-to-heart conversation, not some Longzhong Discussion. He is not Zhuge Liang, so why is he so serious?

Of course, if he really knew that Linghua’s wife actually had the idea of ​​giving him “specialties”, he would feel complicated.

However, the charm only lasted for a moment. Now Inazuma's situation was not good, and both Xie Yan and Kamisato Ayaka started talking after a brief hesitation.

Kamisato Ayaka folded her hands on her knees, leaned forward slightly, and said seriously: "Since you are so frank, Xie Yan, I will speak frankly... First of all, I want to apologize to you. It was actually me who told Xin Hai the information about the weapons."

really.

Xie Yan's expression remained unchanged, obviously he had expected this.

The person he was trading with was not Kamisato Ayaka, but if the other party was willing, it would only take a few steps for him to tell Kamisato Ayaka.

Kamisato Ayaka continued, "My brother told me this because he saw that I was worried, but knowing that I wanted to tell Xinhai the news, he thought it might not be a good thing, but in the end he let me act."

Xie Yan listened carefully, and then asked: "So, does the head of the Kamisato family agree with your opinion?"

"Honestly, no." Kamisato Ayaka pursed her lips, "But I think that if the resistance army can show the general their wishes and will, the Eye Hunting Order may end."

"I see. I think I understand your idea, but unfortunately, it's wrong."

"why?"

Kamisato Ayaka unconsciously moved forward a few steps.

If someone else said this, she would not be shaken at all, but Xie Yan was different. He was her partner in the same front in her heart, and Kamisato Ayaka could not accept being questioned by him.

"I understand. Xie Yan, do you think that the general's decision will not be wrong? Actually, I don't know whether I am right or wrong, but I can't sit idly by and watch Inazuma become a country without dreams." She said a lot in a row, her chest heaving slightly.

With her status, she expressed doubts about the gods, which implicitly showed her trust in Xie Yan.

Xie Yan picked up the teacup and took a sip: "No, I can clearly say that the Eye Hunting Order is wrong."

"and you..."

"Actually, Linghua, your idea is right, but do you think the resistance army has a chance of winning?"

Xie Yan inadvertently changed the address, which made Kamisato Ayaka calm down a lot.

She played with the silver hair by her ear. "If we're talking about winning or losing the war, there's no hope... even if you join us, because we'll all have to face the gods in the end. But with your help, we'll have a greater chance of being noticed by the gods."

"Yes, on the surface, the purpose of the rebellion is to make the general look at him and realize the wishes of his people. There is nothing wrong with this, and I agree with it, but the method of rebellion should not be war from beginning to end."

After realizing Linghua's position, Xie Yan decided to reveal the truth to her.

"The reason why the simple rebellion against the Eye Hunting Order turned into a war was actually because the long-standing conflicts among Inazuma were ignited. But Linghua, have you ever thought about it? Why was it the island that started the war? To be honest, does the Eye Hunting Order have much to do with the island?"

"It... doesn't really matter."

There are no other holders of the Divine Eye on the island except Goro and Xinhai, but the shogunate army is unlikely to go to great lengths for the Divine Eye of two people, after all, the island is an independent regime.

"It will turn into a war. In the final analysis, the islands are fighting for more rights for themselves. They have been suppressed by the shogunate for too long, especially after the isolation order. Their foreign trade has also been blocked. Even if there is no hunting order, they will start a war as their food gradually runs out. This is inevitable!"

"I'm not saying that the islanders should wait for death. They are also trying to survive. The root cause is actually that Tianling is too greedy. But if I help them now, it will only prolong the war and cause more deaths. Nothing will change."

This is not a lie, if the situation stabilizes, Xie Yan will definitely be willing to communicate more with Xinhai's wife, such as becoming an ambassador to the island and replenishing Xinhai's wife's energy every day.

But now, even if Xinhai herself is kind, she must work hard for the survival of the island... For her, only war can win bargaining chips.

Kamisato Ayaka finally understood why Xie Yan refused.

After all, she was a well-read young lady, and after learning the nature of war, everything became clear to her.

"That's right. Resistance should not take the form of war, which will only involve more innocent people." Kamisato Ayaka thought of the displaced villagers on Yabu Island.

She was also afraid at this moment. If she really let Xie Yan help the island, the island would not be as good as she imagined. They would just tie Xie Yan to their chariot by force.

"I'm sorry, I didn't think it through before and almost hurt you." Kamisato Ayaka apologized to him sincerely.

She was indeed sincere, because from Xie Yan's perspective, he could see some things he shouldn't see when Linghua's wife bent over.

It’s unexpectedly okay, and seems to be better than Xinhai.

"Ahem, anyway, Linghua, it's good that you understand. Of course, understanding doesn't mean the problem can be solved. The war has already begun, and it will take a hundred times a thousand times more effort to end it."

The brother-in-law allowed Linghua to act before, probably because he had no other choice but to hope that General Lei Dian would be moved by the will of the rebels.

"So, what should we do next?" Realizing the problem, Linghua became even more worried. She paused for a moment and then said with a slightly red face, "Also, regarding what happened just now, just apologizing verbally is not enough. How about I treat you to a meal?"

She was thinking about what kind of gift she should give to the other person to express her apology.

"How to get the general to look at me... I'm also looking for the answer, but it's almost there." Xie Yan stood up and looked out the window. "As for eating, let's wait until Inazuma is settled. By then, I want to sit down and talk with you, Linghua, as a friend."

After he finished speaking, he left. Kamisato Ayaka stared at his departing back in a daze.

Nodding to Thomas, Xie Yan left the Mulou Tea House with a smile.

The door closes, the breeze blows, and the surrounding environment makes people feel relaxed and comfortable.

but--

That's not right. Why should I leave Mulou Teahouse? Lei Yingshu's business has not yet been discussed!

The smile on Xie Yan's lips suddenly stopped. He just felt that the atmosphere was right and he wanted to maintain his status in front of his wife Linghua, and then he walked out inexplicably.

OK, it’s gone!

The problem is that it is impossible to turn back now, which is too embarrassing, so Xie Yan had to leave as planned.

But when passing by a maple tree at the corner of the street, a familiar small figure suddenly hung upside down on the branch, threw something at Xie Yan and quickly left.

Early pomelo?

Why are you leaving in such a hurry?

Although Xie Yan couldn't rub Zaoyou's head before, he could at least say a few words to her. Why does Zaoyou feel a little... guilty today?

Without paying much attention, Xie Yan reached out and opened what she threw to him. It was a note.

"Go ahead and investigate the family affairs. I will then submit a petition to His Majesty the Great Palace. The same goes for the grain prices in the city."

The handwriting on the note was neat, vigorous and elegant. It was the work of Kamisato Ayato.

That’s right, he is Xie Yan’s trading partner.

Xie Yan needed the Hatangetsu Hakutsu that he possessed, which was also the source of his Tsutomu-ryu and Kamisato-ryu swordsmanship, and Kamisato Ayato also wanted to plant an ally in the Tenryo Bugyo, so the two of them got what they needed. It seemed that he didn't even tell Kamisato Ayahua about this matter, but only told her the information about the projection.

Uh, by the way, will you tell your brother-in-law that Linghua’s wife invited you to dinner?

24 Son of God, I want to challenge General Thunder

"Is my brother-in-law also looking for an opportunity to wipe out my family? No, it looks like he also wants to deal with Kujo Takayuki." Xie Yan quietly put away the note, and then found a deserted place to dispose of it.

Although he had secret dealings with Kamisato Ayaka, the two of them were just doing fair business. He had already used up his "bargaining chips" by informing Kamisato Ayaka of his information, and it was a bit hasty for him to inform her of a new cooperation now.

But it also proves the importance of the matter from the side. Kamisato Ayato should have seen an opportunity to break the deadlock.

"Oh no, I can't keep up with his train of thought. I have one more question to ask Shen Zi... Also, I have an idea that I must tell her."

His wife Ayaka doesn't have any bad intentions, but the same may not be true for Ayato. In his eyes, there are only three important things: Inazuma, family, and sister.

Although the two of them have been working together quite happily, he doesn't dare to have too much trust in Ayato unless he can get Ayahua's wife.

Xie Yan, on the other hand, could trust the trashy fox because there was nothing in him worthy of her plotting against him. However, he didn't know why there was a slight estrangement between them.

Putting aside his doubts for the time being, Xie Yan went to Yamatoda to register, and asked if there were any new commissions, and then went to Catherine.

"Toward the stars and the abyss, welcome to the Adventurers Association."

Every time Xie Yan heard her say this, he wanted to answer quickly.

In the game, Catherine's two sentences usually evolve into: To the stars... Thank you...

It’s not possible now. It’s very rude to answer in front of others. Although Catherine is a bionic doll, according to Xie Yan’s observation, she also has her own ideas.

I just don't know what her structure is like... ahem, I'm just curious, not averse!

"Miss Catherine, do you have any new commissions today?"

"Sorry, there are currently no commissions that meet your criteria."

Catherine lowered her head and scanned the registration form to confirm. But after seeing the document next to it, she suddenly smiled and said, "The Adventurer's Association has certain rewards for the adventurers with the highest contribution in each area. Mr. Xie Yan won the highest contribution award last year and can get a four-star weapon. Do you need customized service?"

"Huh? Custom-made four-star weapons?" Xie Yan touched his face. He was afraid that he would be too happy if he found out that the order was assigned to him when he got home.

"Can you just switch to Mora?"

"No, this is a special reward from the association to adventurers."

I see, the year-end bonus turns into shopping vouchers, right?

Xie Yan took the document from Catherine and looked at it carefully, and found that this was the forged weapon in the game and the special effects were marked (excluding special weapons from other countries).

There is indeed a custom-made option for the Tenmokage katana, and if nothing goes wrong the order will indeed be given to Xie Yan.

Sword weapons are excluded, he doesn't want to make himself work overtime.

Gun, rule it out. He has two wind-type friends, which is already enough. If he gets a lucky E, will he still be alive? Cú Chulainn has to call him big brother when he sees him.

Magical weapon? It can only be used as a gift, but Xie Hu already has a special weapon fruit plate, so he doesn't need a four-star forged weapon.

Bow...I really need a bow.

Xie Yan's projection will reduce the level of the item by one level, and it will increase significantly when projecting a sword. The two will offset each other and it can be close to the original, but the projection bow does not have this benefit.

He usually uses a 3-star slingshot, so he naturally cannot miss the opportunity to upgrade his equipment.

"Then choose this Demon-Destroying Bow!" Xie Yan drew a circle on it.

Catherine was stunned when she heard this. She knew that Xie Yan was good at forging swords and was also very good at swordsmanship, but when she thought about Xie Yan's registration as an archer in the Adventurer's Association, she always felt something was wrong.

Can you really use a bow?

After silently complaining, she smiled politely and said, "Then I'll let you know once the weapon is finished."

"Thank you."

Xie Yan waved and left.

...

The shadow faces the mountain.

It was indeed much more convenient to use Lei Ji to travel. Xie Yan even took out his poor version of the Wings of Wind to glide in the air.

“The ecological environment of Yingxiang Mountain is well protected. I wonder if there are other Tengu…” Xie Yan muttered, folded his wind wings, and landed on the steps of the shrine.

The cherry blossom petals fluttered down, and were blown by the breeze and landed on my shoulders.

Compared to the tense atmosphere of Inazuma Castle, Narukami Taisha Shrine is as quiet as ever.

Uh, okay, I won’t say thank you.

As soon as he walked through the door, he heard Foxy instructing several of his editors.

"Yaedo's sales have dropped significantly recently, so you should also think more about it. Have you read all the new themes I showed you yesterday?"

"Mr. Editor-in-Chief, the topic you gave is fine, but will it cause dissatisfaction among the Tianling officials?"

"Tsk, you didn't feel anything when you did something wrong, but you're upset when you get criticized? Don't worry, just come to me if you encounter any resistance. I still have to bring this book to someone and let her see Inazuma's current situation."

Editors including Kuroda and Amao looked at each other and didn't dare to respond. Everyone knew that Editor-in-Chief Yae had a special identity, and the person she was referring to must be a big shot whom they could not afford to offend.

"Oh, that's boring. You guys go back first. If there are any changes in sales, let me know in time."

Yae Shinko waved his hand. His editors were obedient, but it was too boring. Unlike Xie Yan, who would argue with him.

At this moment, she felt a familiar breath, her purple eyes suddenly lit up, she supported her chin with her hand, tilted her head and waited for someone to come in.