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 A...
2025-01-16 01:30:36 +0000 UTC View PostAt 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 fa...
2025-01-16 01:30:32 +0000 UTC View PostThe 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 Mas...
2025-01-16 01:30:28 +0000 UTC View PostKirei 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 clea...
2025-01-16 01:30:24 +0000 UTC View PostKirei 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 e...
2025-01-16 01:30:19 +0000 UTC View Post"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 an...
2025-01-16 01:30:14 +0000 UTC View PostWith 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 co...
2025-01-16 01:30:10 +0000 UTC View PostDirectly 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 loya...
2025-01-16 01:30:06 +0000 UTC View PostThe 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 fast...
2025-01-16 01:30:01 +0000 UTC View PostMountain 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....
2025-01-16 01:29:53 +0000 UTC View Post“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 w...
2025-01-16 01:29:13 +0000 UTC View Post“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.
“...
2025-01-16 01:29:07 +0000 UTC View Post“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 speechle...
2025-01-16 01:29:01 +0000 UTC View PostNeuvillette 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, qui...
2025-01-16 01:28:55 +0000 UTC View Post“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 ...
2025-01-16 01:28:47 +0000 UTC View PostGu 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 devasta...
2025-01-16 01:28:34 +0000 UTC View PostGu 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...
2025-01-16 01:28:30 +0000 UTC View Post“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...
2025-01-16 01:28:26 +0000 UTC View Post“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...
2025-01-16 01:28:22 +0000 UTC View PostThe 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 ...
2025-01-16 01:28:18 +0000 UTC View PostLeaving 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 th...
2025-01-16 01:28:08 +0000 UTC View PostMorning 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 fa...
2025-01-16 01:28:04 +0000 UTC View PostWanmin 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 resp...
2025-01-16 01:28:01 +0000 UTC View PostNarukami 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 wa...
2025-01-16 01:27:57 +0000 UTC View Post“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...
2025-01-16 01:27:49 +0000 UTC View Post“‘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 sear...
2025-01-15 03:37:47 +0000 UTC View Post"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 ...
2025-01-15 03:37:37 +0000 UTC View PostWhen 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 wall...
2025-01-15 03:37:31 +0000 UTC View PostZhongli 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...
2025-01-15 03:37:19 +0000 UTC View Post“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 Ch...
2025-01-15 03:37:12 +0000 UTC View Post