After finishing bounty that he had to take due to lavish expense on celebration dinner with Zhongli. Sekai had to do his own work filling their travelling fund. Even Aether goes on his own adventure commission tried to find enough fund. Afterall who know how much Mora they need to cross the sea to Inazuma.
Sekai then takes few times to unwind at the Harbor. He traces on guitar and start singing a song.
He starts sing the song from anime name Blood Blockade Battlefront & Beyond "Fake Town"
As the music ends…
???: Not Bad! You got some nice voice there.
Sekai: What the—!?
The Silver Hero turned around only to meet a girl with dark skin, an amber eyes and dark brown hair which she wears pulled back into two buns with spiked bands.
One lock at the front of hair has a dark red streak, and in her buns, the underside of some locks is bright orange. She wears a black-brown tank top fastened by knots and white shorts with a red and white vest with flared red, black and white sleeves.
She has black and red ribbon tied around her right leg, and a netted sock on her left and carries a white, brown and red square ruan with an axe-like bottom.
Sekai: Um… who are you?
???: Xinyan's the name, an' rock 'n' roll the game—and I'm the only one who plays it in Liyue harbor. Been thinking about staging concerts elsewhere lately, but… Hmmm… Well, word is that you've been all over the place. So, what say you sign me up for your world tour? Any where's good!
She enthusiastically intrudes herself to the Shinning Knight.
Then she walked towards the mercenary and reached out her hand then gave a toothy grin at him.
Xinyan: Nice to meet you, hero.
Sekai: Uh… nice to meet you. Xinyan and wait did you just call me Hero?
Xinyan: Well. You're one of the two outsider that saved Liyue from the Vortex Overlord, Osial and you don't get to see a man playing that kind of musical instrument there.
Sekai: I-I see…
Xinyan: Anyway, I would like your help with me about something.
Sekai: What would that be then?
He asked with narrowing eyebrow, while Xinyan placed her hands around her hips then smiled at the Silver Hero very cheekily.
Xinyan: I want you to join my band, temporarily. I could use another vocalist for my next show.
She explained to him, making chuckles in pure amusement but he doesn't mind, after all, this is something he would enjoy himself after all.
Sekai: Very well, lead the way, Miss Xinyan.
-Timeskips-
After arriving at the place where she asked for the mercenary help her with a performance that she was planning to make in Liyue in surprise.
Rock 'n' roll originate in Fountaine and is just starting to find its feet in Liyue Harbor, where Xinyan is pioneering the art.
And with Sekai being someone who seem to know play guitar and with his experience in consuming many kinds of music from his past world, he helps Xinyan in honing her skills further.
Xinyan was avid fan of Rock 'n' Roll as every night she slings on herself build instrument, steps onto her self-constructed stage, and plays her self-composed songs to crowd of enthusiastic supporters.
In a revolt against Liyue's traditions, Xinyan uses music as her weapon and fire as her battle-cry, to light up the darkest of night until it is as bright as day.
After this wild ride, when the dust of her dream like rebellion settles, the only things left on moonlit streets is a few onlookers drunks with emotion, with a lingering aftertaste of her performance…
Even though she had burned nothing but her impromptus stage, the young girl promptly retreated amidst the fiery blaze, waving to the audience on her way out. She took her instrument and rock 'n' roll with her, leaving only a riotous uproar in her wake.
Right now, the Shinning Hero is currently helping Xinyan to set up a stage for preparing for their performance where himself was dragged onto this but keep in saying to himself that he does this for Mora.
Sekai: Damn… Man, I need a break…
He said to himself after finishing setting up the stage before looking for a place to lay down for a minute.
Sekai: "Phew… Man, I need a break."
After the exhausting setup, Sekai wandered a bit before finding a quiet corner under a brick wall. With a quick scan of the surroundings, he decided a short nap wouldn't hurt. But as his eyes closed, fatigue took over, and his "short nap" quickly became a deep sleep.
Meanwhile, nearby, a tall, graceful woman with flowing light gray hair tied in a ponytail strolled through the streets of Liyue. She wore an elegant black and white dress with wing-like shoulder armor, white stockings, and high heels. As she walked, her eyes caught sight of Sekai, sleeping soundly against the wall.
Intrigued, the woman approached quietly, intending not to disturb him. She leaned down, reaching out gently toward his face, but a faint blue glow from the watch on Sekai's wrist made her pause. The light faded quickly, and with a small sigh of relief, she resumed her gesture, her hand nearly brushing his cheek.
Sekai stirred, blinking his eyes open only to find himself face-to-face with the mysterious woman.
Sekai: "…"
???: "…"
After a beat of silence, the woman smiled softly.
???: "Hello."
Caught off guard, Sekai jerked backward, banging his head against the brick wall with a loud "thud."
Sekai: "Ow!" (Clutching the back of his head)
The woman giggled gently, moving closer and extending a hand to help him up.
???: "Are you alright?"
Sekai took her hand and pulled himself to his feet, his face still flushed with embarrassment. Just then, a familiar voice rang out.
Xinyan: "SEKAI!"
They both turned to see Xinyan sprinting toward them, breathless and slightly annoyed.
Xinyan: "Where the heck have you been?! I've been looking for you everywhere!"
Sekai: "Eh… I just took a quick nap. Why?"
Xinyan: "Geez! Just don't disappear on me like that."
Sekai: "Alright, alright. My bad."
Xinyan turned to the woman, eyeing her with raised brows.
Xinyan: "Uh, don't mean to be rude, but I haven't seen you around here before."
???: "Oh, I'm just a tourist. I arrived in Liyue recently."
Xinyan looked intrigued, then a sudden idea lit up her face.
Xinyan: "Hey, Miss! Why don't you watch our performance tonight? Right, Sekai?"
Sekai: (Crossing his arms) "I don't think we should just drag her into this out of nowhere…"
Xinyan: "Oh, c'mon! It's not a bad idea!"
The woman chuckled softly, shaking her head.
???: "Actually, I would love to watch. It sounds quite exciting."
She spoke with an air of elegance, her tone gentle yet curious, like someone used to the finer things in life.
Xinyan: (Triumphant) "See, Sekai? She's totally in!"
Sekai: "(Sighs) Still, we don't even know who this lady is…"
???: "Ah, forgive me. You may call me Zaychik."
Sekai: "Zaychik…" (Suspicion flickered in his eyes, the name reminding him of something from Snezhnaya, though he couldn't quite place it. Still, he remained cautious—after all, most people from Snezhnaya he'd encountered were… eccentric.)
Pushing his thoughts aside, he introduced himself with a polite nod.
Sekai: "Well, I'm Sekai Silver, and this here is Xinyan."
Xinyan: "Nice to meet you, Miss Zaychik!"
Zaychik: (With a gentle smile) "Hello to you both."
Her warm expression and graceful nod put them at ease, but Sekai's suspicion lingered in the back of his mind. As they headed back toward the stage, Zaychik followed at a casual pace, her gaze lingering on the Silver Knight with an air of quiet intrigue.
-TimeSkips-
After meeting Zaychik, the mysterious traveler from Snezhnaya, Sekai learned that she was in Liyue awaiting someone who had yet to arrive. To pass the time, she decided to explore the city, and Sekai found himself—much to his dismay—being "volunteered" as her escort. Zaychik suggested they visit a tailoring shop by the harbor so she could pick out something fitting for the evening's performance.
Now, Sekai stood outside the dressing room, waiting as Zaychik tried on her chosen attire. Around him, several customers and tailors cast glances in his direction, some even smiling flirtatiously. His discomfort was apparent, and he sighed heavily, wishing this would be over soon.
Sekai: (Muttering to himself) "Why does this keep happening to me…"
Just then, a soft voice called his name.
Zaychik: "Mr. Silver…"
Sekai: "Huh? Oh, Miss Zay—"
As he turned around, his words trailed off. Zaychik stood before him in an elegant Liyue dress, the delicate embroidery and flowing design complementing her graceful form. Sekai's eyes widened, completely taken by the garment's craftsmanship.
Sekai: "Whoa…"
Zaychik: "Well… How do I look?" (Her voice was soft, almost shy as she glanced away.)
Sekai's gaze roamed over the intricate patterns and rich colors of the dress, his expression turning into one of genuine admiration.
Sekai: "This dress… is incredible. The detail, the stitching—whoever made this is a true artist!"
Zaychik's eyes widened slightly, her cheeks coloring as she looked down, interpreting his enthusiasm as praise directed at her. Trying to hide her reaction, she took a deep breath, attempting to maintain her usual poise.
Zaychik: "Th-thank you, Mr. Silver."
Sekai, still lost in his admiration of the garment's craftsmanship, finally noticed her reaction and gave an awkward cough, realizing how his words might have sounded.
Sekai: "Oh! Uh, yes… I mean, it… suits you well."
Zaychik's blush deepened, and she nodded demurely, turning her head slightly in a polite yet shy gesture. She then glanced toward the door, gathering herself.
Zaychik: "Shall we?"
Sekai: "Uh… Sure."
As they exited the shop, a few passersby exchanged knowing glances, clearly mistaking them as a couple. Sekai, noticing this, scratched his head awkwardly saying nothing, but inside he blames all of this on Shiro shitty E rank luck! Beside him, Zaychik seemed content, a soft smile playing on her lips as they walked.
They strolled through the busy harbor, the golden light of sunset bathing Liyue in a warm glow. Sekai, feeling the need to break the silence, finally spoke.
Sekai: "So, uh… did you find everything you needed?"
Zaychik's gaze lingered on Sekai for a moment, her expression unreadable. She glanced away quickly, composing herself with a small smile as they walked side by side through the harbor.
Sekai, on the other hand, kept his hands tucked in his pockets, his eyes flickering to her occasionally as if he were sizing her up. Something about this "tourist" didn't sit right with him, though he couldn't quite put his finger on it. Maybe it was the way she'd been watching him—like she was seeing something beyond what he showed the world.
Zaychik: "Thank you again for your time, Mr. Silver."
She glanced over at him, her voice soft and almost… reverent.
Sekai: "Sure thing. Gotta keeps busy, right?"
She nodded, her smile widening just a bit. To her, his casual response only added to his charm—a man capable of great feats, yet down-to-earth. As he looked away, she allowed herself a lingering, almost possessive look.
Sekai caught the shift in her demeanor out of the corner of his eye and tensed. Though she maintained a polite, even shy exterior, her eyes seemed to hold an intensity that made him uneasy. For now, he brushed it off, attributing it to his natural caution around strangers, especially ones from Snezhnaya.
They continued walking, and Zaychik asked him questions about Liyue, each answer drawing her closer as she carefully observed his every word and expression. When she stumbled slightly on the uneven cobblestones, Sekai instinctively reached out to steady her, his hand briefly brushing hers. He felt her fingers cling to his for a split second longer than necessary, a subtle hint of her interest breaking through her reserved facade.
Sekai: "(Internally) Hm… Something's off. Better stay alert around her."
As they arrived at the performance area, Zaychik gave him a final, lingering smile before joining the crowd. Sekai, watching her walk away, couldn't shake the feeling that this mysterious woman was more than just a passing tourist—and that she'd be watching him closely all night.
-On the performance area-
After finally preparing for the live performance, the stage is finally set with Xinyan alongside with Sekai currently tunning his guitar. He also helps in maintaining Xinyan own guitar.
Sekai had said he invite one of his friends to play as drummer which was accepted happily by Xinyan as he marvel when she first time looking at the drum set.
In actually, Sekai just used Split into Quake and Solar, and Quake was the mysterious friend. Not like he will explain about it.
Meanwhile, Zaychik was among the crowd just give them a simple nod of agreement, while mostly of the crowd whom were currently thrilling with excitement on their faces except her who give a small neutral smile.
Xinyan: I HOPE YOU'RE ALL READY CAUSE THIS PARTY IS ABOUT TO GET CRAZY!!
She yelled with all her might, while Sekai merely smirked at her.
Crowd: Hell Yeah!
And with that Sekai (Quake) starts to knock the drum starting the Rock 'n' Roll music.
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As the song ended, the crowd erupts with a loud cheer for the three performers who give high five together.
…
After saying goodbye to his music buddy, Sekai was taking a midnight stroll around Liyue harbor, only to 'coincidently' met a very familiar presence that he never expects to meet again today…
He turned around and saw Zaychik who were smiling at him like before.
Sekai: If you're planning to scare me, it's not gonna be that easy.
He said in the tone of joking toward her as Zaychik just giggled a little bit while this only make the Silver Hero more guarded. But he tried to keep his façade
Sekai: Not in a million years…
Zaychik, I wasn't expecting the Liyu Hero to be this cheesy.
Sekai: Oh, fuck you.
He said a bit annoyed; he really didn't like the title of hero sticking on him.
Zaychik: Maybe, later.
She said to the silver hero while giving him quite seductive expression towards him. This makes Sekai eyes widened in utter shock and disbelief. Not only that, he can feel his spine tingle warning him of danger.
Sekai: H-HEY! I'M JUST JOKING!!
He said in panic while trying to come up with excuse, that he wasn't trying to hit on her or something, making the Snezhnayian woman amused by his reaction.
Zaychik: My, My, how cute. Ufufu~
Sekai felt his Lisa alarm banging his brain. He tried his best to salvage the situation. Only to come out as grumpy response.
Sekai: Ah-tsk! W-whatever!
He said turning around with a bit cold sweat on his forehead. He felt like he just dodges a bullet there.
Knowing he not save yet, he starts to step forward only to be grabbed on his shoulder, preventing him from walking further.
Zaychik: I want to give you something, as appreciation for today.
This caught him off guard.
Sekai: huh?
Zaychik proceed to held his hand and placed a manuscript that have unknown gibberish language written on it.
Sekai: Erm… what is this?
Zaychik: That's secret, anyway I hope we will meet again in the future, Sekai.
She said giving the most charming smile that she could muster upon the man in front of her.
Sekai: Y-yeah, I guess… see ya.
He said awkwardly then smile at her giving a two fingers salute.
Sekai: Adios
He said, leaving the Snezhnayain girl with guarded steps. He needs to find Traveler and Paimon sharing this unexpected encounter with them.
…
The moment Sekai vanish from her sight, was the moment she dropped her friendly façade. The smile on her face has finally dropped and disappeared and was replaced with serious expression that cares little for the well-being of those around her.
Zaychik: You surely took your time well.
She said with very stern tone, on a very commanding with nothing but pure authority while giving a very pensive glare.
Within the shadows, an individual emerges from within.
A man has white hair and masked covering half of his face and wearing a white furred cloak arrived at the scenery just after Sekai left a moment ago.
???: Apologizes Your Majesty, there were some delays upon the schedule.
The man said before immediately kneeling down upon her.
"Zaychik": It matters not. I did find myself, some… entertainment.
She said with a sharp gaze, having that cold and uncaring look before crossing her arms under her chest while her sight is upon the man before looking at the horizon.
???: I assumed that man was "The Elemental Hero" then?
"Zaychik": Indeed, I feel his power is returning.
???: I shall issue the order for the Pro—
"Zaychik": Not yet… report back to the palace at once, we'll discuss more pressing matter there.
She said while the man nodded in agreement.
"Zaychik": And one more thing, this device needs more improvement in concealing my true form and powers.
The woman holding a small broach showing it towards the man. She was reminded about the incident where Sekai watch glow when she tried to touch his face.
"Zaychik": And tell to your most trusted subordinate to capture that man at cost, I want him alive.
???: As you wished…. My Tsaritsa.
The man vanished within the thin-air leaving only trail of a few snowflakes upon the wake after the cold breeze of wind.
Leaving the woman alone to her thoughts.
"Zaychik" / Tsaritsa: At last, you return… Kaiser… this time I won't let you go again… this time you will be mine and mine alone~
She said with an, sinisterly-ominous yet lustful tone added a deranged smile plastered upon her beautiful face.