Genshin Impact: Transmigrated as Furina's Second Personality

Scaramouche couldn't comprehend why the girl who had been fleeing moments ago suddenly erupted with overwhelming power.

If she had this strength all along, why hadn't she used it earlier? Why didn't she fight back when being chased?

His mind wrestled with these questions, but Furina's two moves snapped him back to reality.

He understood that staying any longer would mean his death.

Facing the threat of death, Scaramouche did not hesitate—he fled in panic.

Furina's essence was one of kindness. Even though she had grown, even though she had mustered courage to protect Felina, it didn't mean she would abandon her inherent nature and become someone ruthless.

The core purpose of her battle was to ensure the safety of herself and Felina.

Now that Scaramouche had fled, and the threat to her life was gone, her objective was achieved, and she saw no reason to pursue him further.

"Hah... hah..."

"I… I won?"

Watching Scaramouche retreat, the breath she had been holding finally released.

The danger now behind her, Furina collapsed to the ground, her adrenaline fading fast, leaving her gasping for air.

Even as she rested, she didn't dispel the Hydro Giant and Hydro Knight.

After a short rest, she scanned her surroundings to confirm that there were no remaining threats.

Her earlier plans to enjoy her travels now gone, she immediately took to the skies, flying swiftly toward Liyue Harbor.

At the site of the battle, moments after Furina's departure.

High above, a young man with a cold expression, wearing a Yaksha mask and wielding a long green spear, withdrew his gaze from the ground below.

This was Xiao, also known as the Conqueror of Demons, one of Liyue's adepti.

True to his title, Xiao's primary duty was to vanquish demons and maintain peace throughout Liyue.

From the moment Scaramouche launched his first attack on Furina, Xiao had been drawn to the commotion and arrived on the scene.

He had witnessed everything—Scaramouche's relentless pursuit, Furina's escape, her eventual counterattack, and Scaramouche's retreat.

As someone charged with safeguarding Liyue, Xiao had a duty to intervene, especially since Furina, as the Hydro Archon, was a guest of great significance in Liyue.

Yet, despite seeing Furina in danger, Xiao hadn't stepped in.

"Lord Morax, the situation has resolved itself. I shall take my leave."

Yes, when Xiao first arrived, he had noticed that Zhongli had already reached the scene before him.

As an Archon, Zhongli would naturally be more aware of the gravity of the situation than Xiao. Since Zhongli had refrained from acting, there had to be a reason for his inaction.

Xiao, who always regarded himself as a servant of the Geo Archon, followed suit, believing it inappropriate to act without his master's directive.

With that, Xiao departed, leaving Zhongli suspended in the air alone.

Zhongli remained, deep in thought.

Why hadn't he intervened to assist Furina?

The answer was simple.

He recalled the time when Azhdaha's benevolent fragment reappeared, asking Zhongli to end its life.

There's an old saying: "Villains grow stronger when corrupted, and heroes become weaker when redeemed."

There's truth to this. Ordinary beings are bound by morals and ethics, carrying the weight of their responsibilities and concerns.

When fighting, they instinctively tread carefully—avoiding unnecessary destruction, preserving the environment, and ensuring the safety of innocents.

But a corrupted being, unshackled by these restraints, fights with reckless abandon. They care nothing for collateral damage, lives lost, or the devastation left in their wake.

For Zhongli, a god burdened with the responsibility of protecting Liyue, engaging a rampaging Azhdaha—whose immense power was amplified by corruption—posed an overwhelming challenge. Even at his peak, subduing Azhdaha was no easy feat, let alone killing him.

Thus, to ensure both Liyue's peace and Azhdaha's release from torment, Zhongli needed a powerful ally.

But who would willingly face the Dragon King?

Even as fierce as Azhdaha was, his vendetta was solely against Morax and Liyue. Why would any other Archon willingly intervene in such a calamity?

This was why Zhongli devised a plan involving Fontaine's Hydro Archon.

It wasn't entirely manipulation, however.

With Azhdaha's ceaseless attempts to break free, the Primordial Sea was bound to experience abnormalities. All Zhongli had to do was wait for Fontaine to notice.

When that time came, Zhongli was confident the Hydro Archon would naturally approach him, seeking Liyue's aid in addressing the Primordial Sea's disturbances.

Why frame it as a "calculated move," then?

Because Liyue detected the issue first, protocol dictated they should diplomatically inform Fontaine.

However, doing so would imply Liyue was seeking Fontaine's assistance—an act that Fontaine could exploit to demand compensation.

By allowing Fontaine to discover the issue independently and seek out Liyue instead, the narrative shifted: Fontaine was the one in need of help.

In this scenario, Fontaine wouldn't be in a position to demand benefits. On the contrary, they'd owe Liyue.

Diplomacy between nations always revolved around interests.

As a leader, Zhongli knew he represented not just himself but the citizens of Liyue.

Every concession made at the negotiation table translated to sacrifices for the nation's people.

As the Archon of Contracts, Zhongli was compelled to secure the best possible outcome for Liyue.

Still, he was a god of principles. Taking such advantage left him feeling somewhat guilty.

This was why Furina had been able to obtain the Geo Archon's Gnosis in exchange for just a power station.

Her caution, however, made her suspect foul play, hesitating to accept the deal outright.

To allay her doubts, Zhongli had to offer an additional condition—having her resolve Chenyu Vale's soil degradation issue—which finally convinced her.

Would Furina regret her decision later, realizing she'd been outmaneuvered? Possibly.

Now that the Hydro Archon had been chosen as his ally to face Azhdaha, Zhongli needed to evaluate her capabilities.

The recent battle between Furina and Scaramouche left him perplexed.

Furina's display of innocence, even during moments of danger, seemed almost paradoxical.

Her hesitation and relief after the fight—marked by her sigh of relief and slumped posture—betrayed an unmistakable lack of experience.

Zhongli, who had lived for over six millennia, had seen countless individuals and could discern the truth of what he observed.

The Furina from earlier was clearly a young girl, forced to take up arms in a crisis to protect a loved one.

This was undoubtedly her first life-or-death battle.

"Her innocence and inexperience stand in stark contrast to the sharpness she displayed during negotiations.

"Why is that? What secrets does she hide?"

Zhongli furrowed his brows, his curiosity piqued.

Meanwhile, Furina had reached Liyue Harbor at full speed.

She checked into an inn for some rest.

It was at that moment that Felina awoke from her deep slumber.

The instant she regained consciousness, she could sense the lingering fear and tension within Furina's mind.

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Furina was clever.

A Hydro Archon being ambushed in Liyue—if word got out, it could potentially create immense trouble.

Thus, before entering Liyue Harbor, she used her hydro elemental power to wash away all traces of blood and grime from her body.

As a distinguished guest, she could have gone to Yujing Terrace to enjoy Liyue's finest hospitality. However, her emotions were unsettled.

She lacked Felina's meticulousness and composure, and in her current state of emotional unrest, she worried that contacting Liyue's officials might arouse unnecessary suspicion and trouble.

So, she chose to stay at an ordinary inn. While not the best solution, she had already made significant efforts to adapt to the situation.

With her Divine Body as a Vessel of the Archon, Furina could go days without sleep or food without issue.

However, while her body did not tire, her spirit was not immune to exhaustion.

The encounter with Scaramouche earlier had left her emotionally drained, and her mind was in turmoil.

Even after settling into her room, despite the bed being right there, she didn't allow herself to sleep. Instead, she forced herself to stay awake.

The events of the day had left her with a lingering sense of insecurity, heightening her concern for Felina.

Now, Furina felt like a frightened rabbit. She couldn't relax. A deep-seated instinct told her that her surroundings weren't safe and that with Felina still in her deep slumber, Furina was the only one protecting her.

In Furina's mind, if she also fell asleep, their shared body would become completely vulnerable. That would mean exposing Felina to danger—a thought Furina could not bear.

Until Felina awakened, Furina was determined to be her sole guardian. No matter what, she refused to rest.

Two hours later.

The exhausted Furina suddenly sensed a ripple of consciousness—a sign that Felina was awakening.

Joy and relief coursed through her as she immediately perked up, feigning a bright and energetic demeanor while waiting for Felina to awaken.

"Ah, is it already nighttime?"

"Good evening, Furina," Felina's voice echoed gently in her mind.

"Good evening, Felina!" Furina greeted cheerfully.

"It seems I've slept for quite a while. How about it? Nothing happened today, right?" Felina asked.

Normally, upon Felina's awakening, Furina would break down emotionally, crying about all the grievances she'd endured during the day, seeking solace in Felina's embrace.

But today was different.

Furina knew she wasn't as strong as Felina, but after surviving the day's ambush, she no longer wanted to be the timid girl cowering under Felina's protection.

She wanted to be braver, to help Felina in any way she could. Even if she couldn't help, she was determined not to burden her—Felina already carried enough on her shoulders.

Likewise, she wouldn't tell Felina about protecting her earlier.

To Furina, Felina was the most important person in the world, and protecting her was something she did from the depths of her heart—not for praise or recognition.

Furina didn't want Felina to worry. So, facing her inquiry, Furina suppressed her weariness and presented a joyful façade.

Shaking her head, she smiled. "Nothing important happened. The mountains and rivers of Liyue are so beautiful! I had a wonderful time, and I even bought gifts for everyone."

Furina's intentions were good, but deceiving Felina was easier said than done.

It took Felina less than a minute to notice Furina's lingering exhaustion and tension in her consciousness.

From a psychological perspective, engaging in enjoyable activities usually alleviates and relaxes one's mental state.

If Furina had spent the day having fun, as she claimed, there was no way her spirit would feel this tight or fatigued.

In an instant, Felina knew Furina was lying.

Typically, Furina didn't lie to her, so it didn't take Felina long to realize that something significant must have happened.

She tapped into Furina's memories and quickly understood everything that had transpired earlier that day.

"So that's what happened..."

Felina's tone softened immediately.

"Furina, you've worked so hard today!"

"Eh?" Furina froze. "H-how did you—"

"You're not good at lying, Furina."

Felina spoke gently, "Don't forget, I'm a personality born from your consciousness. If needed, I can share your memories."

"I—"

Furina was at a loss for words. She had no idea how Felina might react to the events of the day.

Sensing Furina's tension and indecision, Felina's voice became even softer.

"Thank you for protecting me, Furina."

"You've been brave and strong."

"I'm so proud of you, Furina."

Those simple words melted away all of Furina's tension and unease, filling her heart with boundless comfort and strength.

A surge of joy welled up from deep within her.

In that moment, Furina felt as though all her efforts and perseverance had been worth it.

"Really?!" she asked again, her face lighting up with a radiant smile.

"Of course. Furina, you've always been the bravest girl in my eyes."

"Hehe, that's wonderful!"

Her smile grew even brighter.

As she finally allowed herself to relax, exhaustion swept over her like a tide.

"Alright, go ahead and rest now, Furina. I'll handle everything. Nothing will happen."

"Mmhm!" Furina nodded, still smiling.

Felina was her ultimate source of reassurance. Now that Felina had awakened, she could sleep peacefully.

Furina drifted into slumber as Felina took control of their body.

Beside the bed, Felina fell silent.

Her thoughts were complicated.

Furina's ambush was not something Felina had foreseen.

Based on her calculations, Furina's current strength made it nearly impossible for anyone below an adeptus-level power to harm her.

As for those capable of killing Furina, only beings of Archon-level might could pose such a threat.

Felina had allowed Furina to explore another nation alone for several reasons.

First, Furina's innate strength made her nearly invulnerable—few in the world would dare to harm her, let alone succeed.

Second, this was Liyue. Felina was confident that if Furina truly faced danger, Morax would never stand idly by.

She was certain that during Furina's ambush, Morax had been observing from the shadows.

Third, she trusted Furina herself.

To outsiders, this might seem overly optimistic, even uncharacteristically so for someone as meticulous and decisive as Felina.

But as Furina had said, if she were nothing more than a useless cowardly girl, how could she have earned Felina's love and protection?

Felina's willingness to become Furina's secondary personality wasn't solely due to their shared experiences or similarities.

This was akin to encountering a beggar on the street. One might feel pity and give them some money, but taking them home to care for them was another matter entirely.

Felina's kindness toward Furina wasn't just out of sympathy or pity. It was because Furina's unique qualities drew her in.

While Furina might lack confidence and often seemed timid, her persistence over nearly 500 years without surrendering proved the strength of her heart.

Despite her tendency to avoid conflict, Furina had her own moral boundaries. When pushed to the edge with no escape, she would stand her ground.

Felina trusted that, if truly faced with danger, Furina would muster the courage to protect both herself and Felina.

As for Felina's fourth reason.

"In that moment of desperation, you managed to wield nearly two-thirds of the power I left you.

"With courage and resolve like yours, even if I'm not here someday, I trust you'll find your way forward."

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