Owada quickly knelt down and reported, "Owada, a Yoriki of the Commission Office, greets Regent. My eyes were dim, and I mistakenly took Regent for a thief. I beg Regent for forgiveness!"
As Owada said this, his body couldn't help but tremble.
How unlucky! This had to happen on my shift. I just wanted to get off work on time every day and retire peacefully in the future, a mere corporate drone. Why did I have to encounter something like this? I'm doomed!
Yuto turned around and asked, "Owada, right? Forgiveness? For what crime? Is it for diligently performing your duties? Or for handling the situation appropriately?"
Owada stammered, "Because… because I took Regent for… for a mysterious person of unknown origin?"
Yuto said, "Before I revealed my identity, I was indeed a mysterious person of unknown origin, and you should have stopped me. You did very well. The diplomatic mission area should have this level of patrol.
Now, look up and take a good look at me. Am I not your Regent?"
Owada tremblingly raised his head and saw an overly young face, precisely the Regent he knew. He couldn't help but say, "Yes… yes… that's right, it's Regent."
Yuto smiled, "If that's the case, then stand up and continue your patrol."
"Yes!"
Owada hurriedly stood up and, leading his subordinates, quickly left the place. There was no other way; the pressure was simply too great, and it was not advisable to stay there long.
After dealing with the Shogunate Army, Yuto turned and continued to look at the Liyue Embassy. The Millelith, who had been on high alert, also put away their polearms after learning of Yuto's identity.
What kind of international joke was that? If they knew the other party was the Inazuma Regent and still pointed polearms at him, what were they trying to do? Die early and be reborn early?
Yuto was about to step into the Liyue Embassy, but after taking half a step in, he ultimately retreated, saying to the guarding Millelith, "I almost forgot my manners. Although I am the Regent of Inazuma, the embassy is your Liyue territory. Please inform your Ambassador and Deputy Ambassador that the Inazuma Regent—Yuto—has come to visit."
This immediately filled the Millelith with awe, and one of them quickly ran into the room to announce.
Yuto stood outside, chatting casually with the remaining Millelith. He didn't know until he started talking, but many of the Millelith who accompanied the diplomatic mission to Inazuma had participated in both battles against Osial.
Especially in the second major battle to encircle Osial, Yuto had conveniently rescued the Millelith trapped in Guyun Stone Forest. Therefore, Yuto could be considered the savior of these Millelith, and their attitude towards Yuto was exceptionally friendly.
In Liyue during peacetime, this was a rare military achievement, which was very helpful for their promotions and salary increases.
In addition, this assignment to guard the Liyue Embassy was actually considered a good one. After all, as seen from the situation just now, everyone in the Liyue diplomatic mission was basically protected by the Shogunate Army like precious animals, enjoying a life of luxury. Even the daily meals provided were of the highest quality and freshest.
After successfully concluding this diplomatic trip and returning to Liyue, they would also receive an unearned merit. Such good fortune naturally attracted a large number of Millelith to pursue and apply. Every single Millelith present had passed the test of crossing a single-plank bridge among thousands of soldiers, ultimately becoming a member of the Liyue diplomatic mission.
Mentioning Osial, Yuto couldn't help but wonder how that pair of sea serpents was doing now. Were they magnanimously enjoying their private world, or were they hiding somewhere, accumulating strength, attempting a comeback?
Just as Yuto was lost in thought, two exquisite women emerged from inside the Liyue Embassy. The one on the left had the aura of an Adeptus, akin to his Shenhe, with a cool temperament mixed with a hint of shyness.
And the one on the right was like a secluded orchid blooming in an empty valley at night, graceful, dignified, and confident.
When Yuto saw the two of them, he couldn't help but widen his eyes: "Ganyu?! Yelan?! It's actually you two!"
...As Yuto entered the Liyue Embassy and took his seat, he couldn't help but survey the interior decoration of the embassy. Hmm—authentic Liyue style.
According to what Yuto had just learned, the Liyue diplomatic mission had arrived in Inazuma half a month ago. After confirming the embassy's location, they undertook extensive internal renovations. The current Liyue Embassy was merely an ordinary house with an Inazuma-style exterior, but the interior of the house had been completely transformed into Liyue style.
Ganyu personally brewed a pot of sobering tea for Yuto before returning to her seat. That's right, the current Ambassador of the Liyue diplomatic mission was Ganyu, the secretary of the Seven Stars, while Yelan, Ningguang's special intelligence officer, served as the Deputy Ambassador.
This shows how much determination Ningguang had to let these two, her left and right hands, leave Liyue and go on a mission to Inazuma.
Yuto took a sip of tea and finally couldn't help but ask, "Sister Ganyu, Sister Yelan, why are you two in Inazuma? I thought it would be someone else!"
Yelan said openly, "Uncle Tian is about to step down from the position of Tianshu. Due to his disciple Zhiyi's rebellion, this position might eventually fall into my hands. However, my position is Ningguang's special intelligence officer. Although it holds high power, most Liyue officials are unaware of my existence, and I am not even on the Ministry of Civil Affairs's roster.
Therefore, in order for me to smoothly take over the position of Tianquan, Ningguang had me serve as the Deputy Ambassador of the Liyue diplomatic mission, to gain more experience, so that I can smoothly take over after Uncle Tian retires."
Yuto rubbed his chin and thought for a moment, also finding Ningguang's arrangement quite reasonable. He then looked at Ganyu and asked, "What about Sister Ganyu? Your usual work seems to be very demanding, doesn't it? Besides, I remember you seem to have a contract with the Geo Archon to protect Liyue, right? Are you willing to leave Liyue?"
Ganyu, being stared at by Yuto, seemed to recall something and looked a bit embarrassed. She said, "Ever since I followed your 955 work schedule, Miss Ningguang has found many people to share my workload, and my work is no longer as busy as before.
Afterward, Miss Ningguang established the Liyue diplomatic mission and wanted me to serve as the Ambassador. Although I strongly objected, Miss Ningguang said that building good relations with Inazuma is also one way to protect Liyue.
In addition, after Shenhe left, Master would occasionally mention her. Upon learning that I was going to Inazuma, she asked me to come and see how Shenhe was doing."
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