Legend says that whoever holds the Hundred‑No‑Taboo Talisman can safely travel to the Cloud‑Piercing Realm without being harmed by Immortals.
"This tiny Talisman Paper is surprisingly powerful!"
Paimon circled the Hundred‑No‑Taboo Talisman in Tartaglia's hand and observed.
"After all, it's a Divine Talisman."
Tartaglia nodded and handed the talisman to Lumine.
"The Traveler can take this talisman to the Cloud‑Piercing Realm and seek help from the Immortals. When Rex Lapis is assassinated, the Immortals cannot remain indifferent."
"Will the Immortals really help me?"
"It's currently your only way to clear your suspicion."
Tartaglia looked at the hesitant Lumine, spread his hand cheerfully, and pretended to be helpless.
At present, the Traveler has no reason to refuse.
And once the Immortals learn that the Emperor is in trouble, they will be furious and may even vent their anger on Liyue Harbor.
That would allow him to achieve his own goal amidst the chaos.
Sure enough, Lumine did not refuse; she clenched the Hundred‑No‑Taboo Talisman and bowed deeply.
"Alright, time is short. Let's set off immediately, Paimon."
"Yes! I also want to clear my suspicion quickly, otherwise I feel countless eyes watching me—so scary..."
Paimon tucked her small hands and looked around fearfully.
Her cute demeanor made Lumine and Bianca cover their mouths and giggle, and the previously tense atmosphere vanished like smoke.
"If possible, I'll come with you too. After this is settled, I'll take you to meet my sister."
Bianca smiled, lifted Paimon into her arms, gently stroked her snow‑white hair, and said softly.
Lumine showed delight at the words.
Having another reliable and strong‑combat sister will surely reduce many troubles on the road.
"That's wonderful!"
"Please take care of me from now on."
Bianca and Lumine exchanged smiles.
For some reason, Bianca always feels that Lumine's voice resembles senior Elysia.
Only their tones differ slightly; the timbre is almost identical… Then Bianca thought of Hu Tao, her sister, and other Kianas… Similar voices aren't that unusual, right?
With that thought, Bianca put away her wandering mind.
"Since it's decided, I'll wait here for good news. After all, the Fatui still have some matters that need me, the Harbinger, to handle."
Tartaglia showed a hint of regret, then pretended to be troubled, as if he also wanted to join.
"It's fine, you've already helped us a lot. I'll remember your kindness."
Lumine's eyes filled with gratitude, and she gently laughed at Tartaglia with sincere tone.
Although she doesn't yet know his motives, he has helped her considerably for now.
Both logically and emotionally, Lumine should thank him.
Meanwhile, Bianca furrowed her brows, a hint of doubt in her eyes.
She feels that the Fatui Harbinger codenamed "Childe" is scheming.
But his vibe doesn't match that of a petty schemer.
It's contradictory… During her time as a Vanguard and handling Kiana's affairs, Bianca has seen many 'human affairs'.
She's gradually shedding her old simple‑minded thinking.
She's also gaining insight into reading people.
Tartaglia is like… how to say… a comment she once saw while surfing the net.
"These people are the best—tattoos on their O‑skin, can take civil exams, can blend into society, can become pilots."
The focus is on being smooth and adaptable.
Tartaglia gives Bianca that exact impression.
"Fine, if he really has a plot… my spear isn't useless either."
Bianca thought to herself.
Any conspiracy is weak before sheer strength.
"Bianca, what's wrong?"
Seeing Bianca seem lost in thought, Lumine extended her hand toward her.
Seeing the soft, pale hand trembling before her, Bianca snapped back to reality.
"Nothing…"
Bianca shook her head, keeping her thoughts to herself.
Even if she thinks too much, what if the person is genuinely trying to help?
That would ruin the person's mood.
Then the three, having said their goodbyes to Tartaglia, slipped out of Liyue Harbor while the patrol guards were distracted.
Following the map Tartaglia gave them, they chose a relatively smooth route.
They headed north from Liyue Harbor to Wangshu Inn to look for the Demon Slayer.
(Adjusted the order of searching for Immortals.)
...A group of White‑Haired Fluff Balls arrived at Wangshu Inn.
Kiana's arm kept feeling a gentle softness.
Because all along Special Operations Na had been holding her arm without letting go.
Kiana didn't refuse, since she was close to collecting the last soul fragment to fully retrieve all fragments from Special Operations Na.
Such intimate contact helped her absorb better.
"Tsk tsk… Wangshu Inn is built quite grandly. Should I open one myself someday?"
Even Kiana was impressed by the towering building.
The designer of Wangshu Inn… truly is a talent!
Besides, Wangshu Inn should stay in Wangshu, right, indeed!
When we go back, I'll have A Hua pick a good location and open a family business called Wangshu Inn!
Then we'll make a fortune, won't we?
Although Kiana isn't short of money and isn't interested in wealth,
experiencing that feeling a bit is still nice.
Being constantly on a pedestal feels good, but it gets boring after a while.
And Mom and Dad are idle now, we could hand it over to them later.
As for Sirin… that cute sister can just be in charge of the tsundere part!
"Group Owner, what's the situation between you and SpecOps?"
Kevin walked over holding Mei's hand, pointing at Kiana's arm being held by Special Operations Na and asked.
Since the middle of the road, Special Operations Na had been clutching the Group Owner's arm like a very affectionate sister.
But Kevin felt something was off.
Special Operations Na's gaze grew gloomy, glancing at Kiana.
"Haha… maybe she's scared of danger, staying by my side feels safer…"
Feeling Special Operations Na's stare, Kiana scratched her head and explained stiffly.
"Wuwu, I was just hanging around, didn't take your blood…" "Is that so…?"
Kevin didn't think much and followed Mei, walking with Special Operations Na into Wangshu Inn.
After all, they're all Na; nothing strange could happen, right?
When all the Nas entered, Kiana mechanically turned to Special Operations Na beside her.
"Um…"
"MaiMai told me, if you're **, you should kill the other if you don't like them, otherwise force them to take responsibility."
Special Operations Na pursed her little face, interrupted Kiana, and said calmly.
"But we're the same…"
"I don't think we're the same person, just different existences sharing the same memory; our personalities differ."
"…"
Kiana was speechless.
What she said actually made sense.
Fine… let her do as she wishes, after all she's the ultimate invincible super‑cute Kiana~
And this sneaky‑Q feeling… somehow feels a bit thrilling?
With that thought, the two walked into Wangshu Inn.
Workhorse Na said the food here is delicious, but she didn't know if they'd be open today.
Just as Kiana entered the inn, a blue‑green wind swept across the balcony atop Wangshu Inn, and a short green‑haired boy appeared, staring silently below.
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