It was a beautiful night. In the dim and eerie basement, Assassin found himself face-to-face with a girl whose bright eyes seemed to pierce the darkness.
Her long black hair was as deep as the night sky, and her vivid blue eyes glimmered like stars.
Those bright eyes were captivating, almost like black holes pulling Assassin’s gaze into their depths.
If someone were to ask Assassin who the most beautiful girl he’d ever seen was, he would answer without hesitation: it was...
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At last…
Assassin broke through the ranks and reached Rider, who sat astride his warhorse.
There was no longer a need for instinct to guide her path. What she needed now was pure offense.
Her mana reserves were nearly depleted, her body battered with grievous wounds. Death seemed inevitable at any moment, yet Assassin stubbornly switched forms, shedding her usual guise in favor of Berserker’s appearance—not for her own glory, but as an act of defiance.
[A...
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The stat points earned from killing Lancelot were allocated to Strength, and with a powerful weapon now in her grasp, Assassin fixed her gaze on her target—their king.
Dust clouds swirled, obscuring her vision. Rider’s position could only be roughly estimated amidst the chaos. Endless soldiers stood in her way, forcing Assassin to break through head-on.
[Eternal Arms Mastery] granted her devastating prowess in close-quarters combat. This ability transform...
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Kirei Kotomine! You’ve given everything to Tokiomi Tohsaka. It wasn’t I who betrayed you—you betrayed me! Assassin roared internally, but her body could no longer resist the Command Spell. Her steps carried her inexorably forward, her gaze locking onto Rider.
Clang.
The golden goblet slipped from Assassin’s hand, shattering against the ground. The clear, fragrant wine spilled across the earth. Bound by an irresistible force, Assassin launched her ass...
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Kirei Kotomine's attempt to recall Assassin had failed. In truth, he still had two Command Spells at his disposal. Contrary to Assassin's predictions, Kirei had violated the rules of the Holy Grail War by obtaining an additional Command Spell from his father, Risei Kotomine.
Because of this extra Command Spell, Kirei decided Assassin still held value and didn’t need to be discarded so early. He spent one Command Spell in an effort to summon Assassin away from Archer’s presence.
<...
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"Hmph… let us see what happens."
Cloud Retainer’s voice came through the talisman again. Though reluctant in tone, the words carried an unspoken agreement with Ningguang’s reasoning.
Ningguang, however, remained unfazed.
As a pragmatic individual, she cared little for verbal victories. Her focus was on tangible outcomes. This time, her decision to allow Ganyu and the Traveler to facilitate the adepti’s inspection of the Archon’s remains was not just a gest...
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With Ningguang’s agreement secured, the group wasted no time setting out.
As the Tianquan of the Liyue Qixing, known for her swift and decisive nature, Ningguang quickly arranged the visit to the Golden House, where the remains of the Geo Archon were kept.
Standing before the grand structure, Paimon’s eyes sparkled with excitement. She leaned toward the Traveler and whispered conspiratorially, “This is the place where all of Teyvat’s Mora is minted, right? They say the who...
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Directly asking Ningguang for help?
The suggestion left the Traveler hesitant. The adepti had warned her that some among the Liyue Qixing might harbor intentions of betrayal toward the Geo Archon. Approaching them without sufficient protection felt risky.
Yet Zhongli’s proposal wasn’t without merit.
If they could determine that a member of the Qixing was unequivocally loyal, sharing the situation with them could lead to a more efficient resolution.
The Traveler pon...
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The Traveler strode purposefully toward the entrance of Wangsheng Funeral Parlor.
Standing at the door, the familiar receptionist was there to greet visitors. She tilted her head slightly in curiosity when she saw the Traveler. Stepping forward, she asked, “Miss Traveler, is there something you need?”
“We’re here to see Zhongli!” Paimon’s enthusiastic reply was much faster than the Traveler’s deliberate pace.
“Mr. Zhongli?” The receptionist maintained her p...
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Mountain Shaper continued, “The Third Apostle, Reimu Hakurei, and the Fourth Apostle, Accelerator, are indeed formidable. Yet, they do not surpass us. But the First Apostle... and their so-called Overseer...”
“...”
He trailed off, unable to finish.
The other adepti were equally silent.
The Traveler watched the scene, a look of confusion spreading across her face.
“This is ridiculous!” Cloud Retainer suddenly snapped. “How much longer will we keep sp...
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“Luo Qing…”
Furina raised her head to look at Luo Qing, a faint blush spreading across her cheeks.
In her eyes, Luo Qing’s silhouette shone as brightly as the starlit sky above. Her heartbeat quickened uncontrollably, and a strange warmth spread through her chest.
She felt a sudden, inexplicable urge to throw herself into his arms.
“Don’t you… don’t you want to ask me…”
Her voice was barely above a whisper as she lowered her head.
“…...
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“You…”
Neuvillette began, his tone sharp, but before he could continue, the door burst open. Luo Qing entered the room, cutting off whatever Neuvillette was about to say.
“What are you doing here…”
Neuvillette’s gaze turned toward Luo Qing, a flicker of hostility visible in his eyes.
By now, it was clear—these two were hiding something together.
“I’m Lady Furina’s considerate little boyfriend. Why, am I not allowed to be here?”
Luo Q...
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“Luo Qing, what’s wrong?”
Lumine noticed that something about Luo Qing’s expression was off.
“Did you find something?”
“No…”
Luo Qing shook his head slightly, his usual playful demeanor returning.
“It’s just that the writing on this wall is so ugly—it’s ruining my mood.”
“…”
Lumine was momentarily speechless.
She turned and joined Neuvillette to discuss the engravings and the stone tablets while Lu...
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Neuvillette fell silent.
Luo Qing’s pointed remark had left him momentarily at a loss for words.
He had known Furina for centuries, their relationship built on mutual understanding despite her outwardly arrogant and flamboyant demeanor. Beneath her ostentatious façade, Neuvillette was well aware of her true nature.
She secretly managed an intricate intelligence network, quietly supported Fontaine’s Academy, and kept a watchful eye on the progress of the Prophecy.
...
2025-01-16 01:28:55 +0000 UTC
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“Luo Qing…”
Arlecchino’s tone shifted unexpectedly as she turned to face Luo Qing. Her voice was calm but carried weight.
“Between people, there are more connections than just mutual benefit. I believe I’ve told you this before… friendship, family, kinship… There are many reasons in this world to extend our help wholeheartedly.”
“Is that so…”
Luo Qing stood beside her, a faint smile playing on his lips. “Then I must thank Father ...
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Gu Sanqiu and Albedo landed swiftly after their coordinated attack, but the blood dragon wasted no time. Its massive claws descended toward them, tearing through the air with terrifying precision.
“Hmm, no effect,” Gu Sanqiu muttered.
Albedo nodded in agreement. “Indeed, it didn’t work.”
Their combined assault had landed perfectly—striking one eye each with devastating precision. Yet the dragon barreled toward them as if nothing had happened. Its movements showed...
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Gu Sanqiu felt a chill run down his spine. If anyone on Teyvat could recognize that roar, he was certainly among them.
The roar of Lord Azhdaha and the songlike call of Dvalin were both sounds he was familiar with. This one, however, was unmistakably a dragon’s roar—yet it was hoarse, as if the throat producing it was clogged with filth. It carried the rasp of a voice that had inhaled decades of dust on a construction site.
Harsh, grating, and laced with pain and malice, the r...
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“Damn riddler,” Gu Sanqiu muttered as he withdrew the power from his Vajra staves, compressing their energy to hover protectively around him.
“So, all it takes is a single thought, and I can join the Abyss?”
He tilted his head. Then tilted it again.
...
“Who are you kidding, you old liar? I’ve had two ‘thoughts’ already, and no one’s shown up to welcome me!”
It was, of course, a joke—or perhaps just a passing whimsy.
Gu Sanqiu took a m...
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“You? Make me cry?”
The Abyss Herald laughed heartily. “Don’t make me laugh. With your strength, you’d be lucky to escape this place alive, let alone make me cry.”
“Oh? It seems you’ve misunderstood my strength,” Gu Sanqiu said coolly, his golden and pink glowing eyes dimming. “I’ve just been getting the hang of some new tricks I picked up. Things are different now—pressure really is the best teacher.”
He gave a rueful chuckle. “Though, to be hone...
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The claws tore through the armor that had encased the Blue Lion. A monstrous creature lunged with its jaws wide open toward the Knights of Favonius, only to be struck down by a comrade’s weapon, hitting its vital point in the nick of time.
“Knights of Favonius, never retreat!”
The knight whose armor had been shattered fell to the ground but forced down a mouthful of blood and rose again, determined to keep pace with his companions.
His weapon was intact.
He wasn’t...
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Leaving Komore Teahouse with the shrine maiden by his side, Ren strolled along the serene morning path.
The air was filled with birdsong and the fragrance of flowers, but most comforting was the presence of the person walking next to him.
The faint scent she carried was refreshing, and Ren felt a sense of tranquility.
But… was she escorting him to Tenshukaku this early in the morning?
Big boss energy as expected, he thought, sneaking a glance at the shr...
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Morning came.
Keqing opened her eyes, still hugging her Raiden Shogun plushie.
Her slightly groggy gaze drifted toward the window, where the sky was still a soft pre-dawn gray.
Liyue Harbor lay quiet, still nestled in the embrace of slumber.
Keqing rolled over, her delicate face nestling into the plushie as she rubbed it gently.
The soft, fluffy warmth brought a faint smile to her lips.
“A brand-new day!”
As someone who prided herself on ...
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Wanmin Restaurant, Liyue Harbor
In a quiet corner of Wanmin Restaurant, Keqing silently picked up the menu, her gaze aimlessly scanning the items.
In truth, her mind was elsewhere.
Someone just mentioned… Takahashi Ren.
“...”
Could it be him?
The pen pal she had long wanted to meet.
She had sent him numerous invitations, but the response was always the same:
For various reasons, it wasn’t convenient to visit.
“V...
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Narukami Island, Inazuma City
Under a sky full of stars, cherry blossoms gently floated in the air.
"Achoo!"
Ren rubbed his nose, frowning slightly.
Who’s talking about me at this hour?
It was late at night, and the streets were nearly empty.
The only source of light came from the dessert shop behind him.
This sudden sense of being watched...
Could it be that mysterious Fatui Harbinger?
The Marionette…
W...
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“Say that again.”
“W-What?”
“The Sakoku Decree in Inazuma!”
Keqing suddenly stepped forward, pressing for answers.
“T-This... it’s just a rumor...”
“I don’t actually know anything!”
Facing the now serious Yuheng of the Qixing, the Yuehai Pavilion secretary flailed her hands in a panic.
I’m doomed.
Did I just say something I shouldn’t have?
There’s a saying among the people working between the Ministry of Civil...
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“‘Forgot it,’ huh? That’s such a Zhongli move…”
“How hasn’t he starved to death yet?” Paimon quipped, rolling her eyes.
“You might want to ask how Venti hasn’t starved first,” Jia Changjiang said with a grin. “At least Zhongli has a steady job.”
“Speaking of which…”
Zhongli turned to Lumine. “I hear you embarked on this journey in search of the Seven Archons.”
Then, he looked at Jia Changjiang. “And you travel with her, see...
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"Are those two the travelers rumored to have defeated the ancient god?"
"That girl looks so young..."
"And the guy? He looks as strong as a Mitachurl."
"Could they really be the legendary Taisui Star? They definitely don’t look like ordinary people."
"Maybe they’re actually Adepti?"
The citizens of Liyue murmured in awe after Keqing’s public thanks to Lumine and Jia Changjiang.
Lumine beamed, clearly reveling in the praise, her expression one of pride...
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When Lumine dragged a yawning Jia Changjiang up to Yujing Terrace, the scene was already bustling with activity. At the front of the terrace, Commander Fengyan, who had previously expressed the Millelith’s gratitude to the Adepti, was reading an official proclamation to the gathered citizens of Liyue.
Nearby, other Millelith soldiers were busy posting notices on bulletin boards and walls, ensuring the announcement reached every corner of the harbor.
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"Official proclamat...
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Zhongli stood in thoughtful silence after hearing Jia Changjiang’s words, his gaze distant. “Perhaps I can understand now why that old friend of mine held you in such regard.”
“If one were to call you a friend, it might indeed be a most relaxing experience.”
“Hah,” Jia Changjiang chuckled, patting his shoulder. “Our contract is complete. We’re already friends now, aren’t we?”
“Indeed.” Zhongli allowed a rare smile to cross his ...
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“Tch, so I got tricked in the end, huh?” Lumine grumbled, crossing her arms. “Zhongli, you owe me a meal! A proper one! Otherwise, I won’t forgive you!”
“Very well,” Zhongli nodded with his characteristic composure. “It is only fair. I will arrange a banquet and formally invite both of you.”
“I don’t really mind. I had a lot of fun fighting this time,” Jia Changjiang said with a grin, but Lumine immediately jabbed him in the ribs.
“You were part of ...
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