As the first limited female character's Companion Story in Wuthering Waves, the content of "Solitary Path" was still... still quite commendable, without any particularly major issues.
In the original story, the Séance Society used Remnant puppets to let people see their deceased loved ones again, thereby recruiting some Jinzhou residents who had lost their closest family members, causing these residents to "disappear."
Rover therefore received a request from Chixia and, working together with Yinlin, gradually learned that the Séance Society was not a benevolent organization and was even connected to the Fractsidus.
After cooperating seamlessly with Yinlin, the two successfully captured and brought to justice the mastermind behind the Séance Society, the Dollmaker.
Aside from the plot not being absolutely perfect, Yinlin also possessed the most unique Resonance Circuit in all of Wuthering Waves, as well as damage multipliers that were even more humorous than Changli's.
It could be said that the mysterious female agent was now basically non-existent in the game, but her signature weapon, Black Sheep's Hand, was extremely popular. The Black Sheep's Hand was passed down through three generations — the person leaves, but the hand remains.
[Limited Banner "Stormy Night Rain," "Puppet Control Hand" has opened.]
He wouldn't pull. Although Yinlin's signature weapon was excellent, he preferred to pull signature weapons for the characters he actually wanted to pull.
Pushing aside the messy thoughts in his mind, Noah looked at Yinlin, who was constantly struggling in front of him, and decided to open an account first to let her calm down:
"Yinlin, Patroller. Your parents were also Patrollers. The mastermind behind the Séance Society, the Dollmaker, was your parents' disciple."
After hearing these words, Yinlin indeed calmed down a lot, a trace of disbelief appearing in her eyes.
"I have no ill intentions. We can talk."
As he spoke, Noah proactively released his grip.
It had to be said that as long as it wasn't a Main Quest, he was still very relaxed, because Companion Stories generally wouldn't have any major problems.
Yinlin withdrew her hand, then crossed her arms over her chest. After thinking for a moment, she raised her eyebrows slightly:
"What do you want to talk about?"
"Let's consider it a transaction. You tell me the location, and I'll capture the Dollmaker, deal with the people from the Fractsidus, and by the way, help those missing Jinzhou residents return home."
Upon hearing this, Yinlin nodded thoughtfully, her gaze still carrying a hint of vigilance:
"You've finished talking about the benefits. Then what about the price?"
"What price?"
Noah paused for a moment, then reacted and explained:
"What I just said is what I will do. As compensation for you, I can help you regain your Patroller identity. If you have any other places where you need help, you can mention them too."
The night gradually grew darker. The small alley was quiet, with only the faint sound of breathing remaining.
At this moment, Yinlin's heart was in turmoil.
As a secret agent who had long lived in the shadows, she was used to seeing deception and schemes. This was truly the first time she had met someone like Noah who was so direct and upfront.
Due to her professional habits as a secret agent, she subconsciously speculated whether Noah had other motives.
He might be using various benefits as a cover, but in reality wanted to take over the Séance Society.
Taking a bolder guess, he might be someone from the Fractsidus. The so-called title of Hero of Jinzhou was merely a surface disguise, and helping her was only to gain achievements and climb to a higher position.
In just a few short seconds, countless thoughts flashed through her mind. Yinlin decided to test Noah again.
"I heard that the Hero of Jinzhou has quite a few weapons. I happen to be lacking a suitable one."
"Has your weapon broken? Take this Fusion Star Disc. Just call me by my name from now on. My name is Noah."
["Noah" has gifted you a 4-star Rectifier "Fusion Star Disc."]
Looking at the newly acquired Rectifier in her hands, Yinlin felt a chill run down her back.
Although this weapon was not as good as her own original weapon, the key point was that this person even knew her commonly used weapon type was a Rectifier.
There was no mistake. This person had definitely come prepared long ago.
Steadying her mind, Yinlin once again made a deliberately difficult request:
"The Dollmaker has been with me for many years, as close as family. You need to add more payment."
"I didn't expect you to be this kind of Yinlin."
["Noah" has transferred 100,000 Shell Credits to you. Note: Deposit.]
100,000 Shell Credits given just like that, and as a deposit too. Truly rich and generous.
Yinlin was now completely certain that Noah definitely had other motives, and they were... extremely big motives, far beyond what a small Séance Society could compare to.
She couldn't let him keep staring at her. Yinlin began thinking about escape routes.
"Hiss~ Let me think again."
"Don't think anymore. Let's set off quickly. I still want to go back and sleep after finishing this early."
["Noah" has sent you a Duo invitation.]
"No, it's not the right time yet."
Yinlin spoke with an unchanged expression:
"To be honest, I don't even know the Dollmaker's current location. He only appears inside the puppet factory during the daytime."
"So there's even this kind of setting? Unexpected."
Noah stroked his chin, glanced at the completely dark night sky, and somehow felt it was somewhat reasonable.
Even villains needed to get off work and rest. It was impossible for them to be on duty 24/7.
No big deal. The Dollmaker was just a minor character anyway. He could be dealt with at any time. There was no need to rush this one night.
"Alright then." He helplessly shook his head and earnestly reminded Yinlin: "We added each other on the terminal when I transferred the money earlier. Notify me when the Dollmaker goes to work."
He believed it. He actually believed it! Yinlin felt a slight joy in her heart, but on the surface she put on a regretful expression:
"It can only be like this then. Wait for my message tomorrow."
"It's fine. But since we can only deal with the Dollmaker tomorrow, let me help you restore your Patroller identity today."
Noah took out his terminal, glanced at the time on it, and extended an invitation to Yinlin:
"The Border Defense Department should still be open. If you're not busy, come with me. I know the person in charge there. It shouldn't take too long."
"Ah, this..."
Opposite him, Yinlin's gaze instantly became complicated. If she really followed Noah to resolve her Patroller identity, she wouldn't be able to leave anytime soon.
No, that wasn't the main point. The main point was — he really intended to help her regain her identity?
She hadn't even given him any benefits yet, but he was already fulfilling his promise first, as if he hadn't considered at all that she might go back on her word.
She couldn't help but wonder if she was overthinking and had wronged Noah.
"You didn't say anything, so I'll take that as agreement."
A pure white light circle expanded beneath their feet.
...
Border Defense Department.
Yinlin never expected that just a few minutes ago she was still hiding in the shadows avoiding patrollers, and now she was openly at the patrollers' superior department.
The ups and downs of life were truly quite emotional.
"We meet again after just one afternoon, Hero of Jinzhou."
Taoqi received Noah and Yinlin and seated them, proactively pouring two cups of hot tea. She teased jokingly:
"Did you miss your sister?"
"Haha, yes."
Seeing that Taoqi had shed the serious demeanor from a month ago and returned to her original lazy self from the story, Noah smiled and introduced Yinlin beside him:
"This is Yinlin, a Patroller from another state in Huanglong. She previously took on an underground secret agent mission, which resulted in her identity information being erased. Later, her contact person passed away due to unforeseen circumstances..."
"Oh, I understand. You want to help her restore her Patroller identity, right?"
Taoqi saw through Noah's intention with one sentence and smiled faintly:
"Although this isn't part of the Border Defense Department's work, it's not a big problem. Since the Hero of Jinzhou came to find me, I will definitely help you resolve this matter."
As she spoke, her gaze shifted from Noah to Yinlin. After carefully observing the other party's expression, she asked:
"Miss Yinlin, would it be convenient for you to provide all your information for me to verify?"
"I..."
As soon as Yinlin opened her mouth, Taoqi gave a friendly reminder:
"You must tell the truth. The Border Defense Department deals with all kinds of people every day. Many lies told by exiles have nowhere to hide in front of me."
"Exiles?!"
Accompanied by a cry of surprise, Danjin, who had caught the keyword, suddenly pushed open the door and entered, her killing intent hungry and hard to restrain:
"Where are the exiles?"
...