Genshin Impact: Strength Through Bonds

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Ren's expression flickered with uncertainty.

The Traveler… Liyue… Archon.

These keywords combined could only mean one thing.

That figure who had battled Archons, defeated gods, and traversed the entire continent of Teyvat.

Lumine—she was coming.

"No, that can't be right."

Ren quickly shook his head.

The timeline was already in disarray.

The Vision Hunt Decree hadn't even been issued yet—how was the main storyline supposed to proceed like this?

As he pondered the implications, a notification abruptly echoed in his mind.

[Ding! Key plot node detected.]

[System upgrade conditions met. Upgrading…]

[Version 2.0 is now initiating.]

The system, which had been dormant for so long, was finally stirring to life.

Ren felt a twinge of anticipation.

What would this upgrade bring? Perhaps Musou no Hitotachi?

[Ding! Stop dreaming.]

Ren: …

"Sovereign of the Vortex, Osial."

Mei glanced at the contents of the letter, scoffing lightly.

"A feeble, sealed Archon—hardly worth mentioning."

Ren continued reading.

The Geo Archon has stepped down.

As expected, no changes here.

He quietly set the letter aside with a sigh.

The world had lost a responsible god, replaced by… a societal deadbeat.

"Let's see this Archon battle report."

He picked up a tabloid magazine.

"Shocking! Liyue deploys destructive weaponry unilaterally."

"Just an Archon, shattered with a flick."

Ren chuckled.

They must be talking about the Jade Chamber.

Dropping it on an Archon? Bullseye every time, with a one-year cooldown.

He kept reading.

"During the battle against the Archon, Liyue faced grave peril…"

"The Traveler was on the verge of being swallowed by the abyss, an inch from death."

?

Ren raised an eyebrow.

It wasn't this dramatic in the game's story, was it?

"At the critical moment, a mysterious white-haired woman appeared."

"The Traveler gained newfound power and defeated the Archon, turning the tide."

???

Ren slowly put the magazine down.

A white-haired woman? They made it sound so believable.

Was it that emergency food drifting in the ocean?

This trope of an undefeatable foe being saved by a sudden mysterious power—

Are they writing a novel?

Ren shook his head. It was too far-fetched.

Clearly, the article had been embellished for the sake of clicks.

Better to treat it as a story for entertainment.

After going through the stack of letters and magazines, only one letter remained.

It was from the "Passing Beef Noodle Master" in Liyue.

Ren smiled faintly.

If his guess was correct, this person's identity was…

"We're back."

A gentle voice called out from the distance.

Moments later, Ayaka and Yoimiya arrived together, carrying ornate food boxes.

The enticing aroma wafted through the air, making the little tanuki bounce around in excitement.

"Food! Can I eat it?"

The little tanuki, for once, tried to be polite.

"Of course! Why are you hiding, Sayu?"

"Ugh, I don't want to talk to the tanuki."

"It's a giant tanuki!"

…

In any case, breakfast was completed smoothly.

Though, the atmosphere felt a bit odd.

Yoimiya puffed her cheeks, silently staring at Ren.

She looked like a goldfish holding its breath.

"Why do you keep staring at me?"

Ren couldn't help but ask.

"Hmph."

Yoimiya rested her chin on her hands, unmoving.

This time, you're not sneaking out of the Kamisato Estate!

"?"

Ren understood.

She's been bribed.

Just then, Ayaka glanced over.

Their gazes unintentionally met.

Ayaka's soft voice broke the silence.

"Does the Kamisato family's cooking suit your tastes?"

Her gentle, considerate tone was oddly comforting.

Ren nodded silently.

A meal from such a prestigious family was indeed delicious.

Not to mention, the company of these women made it feel like the ideal life of leisure.

"I have important matters to attend to. Please excuse me."

Kamisato Ayaka rose gracefully, bidding her leave.

Her movements were elegant, impeccable.

Ren smiled as he watched the poised young lady depart.

"Take care, Lady Ayaka."

Ayaka seemed to sense his gaze and the corners of her lips curled slightly.

"What a shame, this visit was a bit rushed."

"But if someone were to be late…"

Her eyes lingered on Ren as she subtly winked.

"There would be very serious consequences."

"…"

Ren chuckled.

This girl dares to subtly threaten her teacher now.

She's calculated everything, hasn't she? Ensuring I can't leave the Kamisato Estate.

Interesting.

Challenge accepted.

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