Capítulo 35: Genshin Impact: Strength Through Bonds [35]
The sky was ablaze with fireworks, vibrant and lively.
Under the Sacred Sakura Tree, a fox-eared woman gazed lazily at the night sky.
"Oh my, this fireworks display is rather impressive," Yae Miko remarked, a satisfied smirk playing at her lips.
A thought crossed her mind, and she chuckled softly, covering her mouth.
"I wonder if she's enjoying herself."
In the distance, hurried footsteps approached.
"Guuji-sama, there's trouble!"
A shrine maiden ran over in a panic, her expression anxious.
But as soon as she caught sight of Yae Miko's alluring figure, relief washed over her face.
Thank goodness Guuji-sama was still here!
Just as she was about to speak, the shrine maiden froze in place.
Beneath the Sacred Sakura Tree, where petals drifted gently in the air, there was no one.
"Am I seeing things? Guuji-sama?"
The young shrine maiden called out, confused.
Before she could comprehend what was happening, she felt a light push from behind.
Her entire body tensed, and she quickly bowed her head.
"G-Guuji-sama!"
"Sigh… My good mood is ruined now," Yae Miko said, circling the shrine maiden with a faint frown.
But despite her frown, her tone carried little warmth.
The shrine maiden bowed even lower.
"I'm sorry, Guuji-sama!"
"Out with it. What's so urgent that you'd come barging in like this?"
"It's about the conflict at the festival!"
The shrine maiden hastily relayed the situation, then stood nervously, awaiting a response.
An incident outside the shrine? Surely Guuji-sama would be furious.
"A woman beat up samurai from the Kanjou Commission?" Yae Miko murmured, her tone unreadable.
The shrine maiden nodded, her head still lowered.
She's angry. Guuji-sama must be furious!
"Pfft…"
Huh?
The shrine maiden glanced up, startled.
Did she hear that right? Did Guuji-sama just laugh?!
But Yae Miko's face was as cold and stoic as ever, exuding an air of majesty.
"Interesting. So even the Kanjou Commission isn't immune to embarrassment…"
After a moment, Yae Miko waved her hand dismissively.
"I've heard enough. You may leave now."
The shrine maiden hesitated. "What about… that woman?"
Yae Miko's smile grew more mischievous, with a hint of malice.
"Ah, her identity? Tell them this…"
She whispered something into the shrine maiden's ear.
After receiving her instructions, the shrine maiden bowed and departed.
Throughout it all, Yae Miko maintained her poised and regal demeanor, watching the maiden leave.
Once the courtyard returned to silence, soft laughter echoed faintly under the Sacred Sakura Tree.
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Outside the shrine.
Ren lowered his bow, staring silently toward the mountain path.
"Hey, don't be so down."
Thinking Ren was feeling melancholic, Yoimiya tried to comfort him.
"Not at all. My aim was perfect," Ren said with a satisfied nod before turning back to Yoimiya.
"…"
"What were you saying?"
Dodging Yoimiya's playful punch, Ren smiled slightly.
"Joking aside, thank you all for your help."
"The fireworks were beautiful."
Yoimiya crossed her arms proudly, her small pout full of pride.
This was exactly why she created fireworks—for moments like this.
Go on, keep praising me!
"We should especially thank Mei-san," Kamisato Ayaka said with a subtle smile, her words carrying a hidden meaning.
Everyone's attention shifted to the aloof figure.
The mysterious country girl was growing even harder to figure out.
But Mei showed no sign of joining the celebration.
"Hmph, don't forget your promise."
She let out a light snort, completely at odds with the festive atmosphere.
Ren chuckled helplessly.
Still thinking about the desserts, huh? Can't you hear my wallet crying?
"Let's enjoy the festival!" Yoimiya cheered, raising her hand enthusiastically.
No matter the situation, she was always the liveliest one.
"Yoimiya-san, calm down," Ayaka said, tapping her on the head.
"Why? Festivals are meant to be fun!" Yoimiya retorted, rubbing her head.
"Right, Takahashi? Back me up!"
Once again, everyone's gaze fell on Ren, waiting for his decision.
Ren sighed. Why do they keep looking at me like this?
After a moment of thought, he said softly,
"Yoimiya-san, I'm afraid you'll be disappointed this time."
"Why?"
Yoimiya blinked, her face full of confusion.
"Are you saying…"
Ayaka's eyes glimmered with understanding. She had already guessed.
Ren nodded slightly.
The two exchanged a knowing smile.
Ren clasped his hands in a gesture of respect. "As expected of Lady Ayaka."
Ayaka smiled but said nothing.
Yoimiya, however, looked completely lost.
"What are you two talking about?"
Finally, Ren explained.
"The earlier conflict won't end so easily."
Yoimiya clapped her hands in realization. Now she understood.
Someone would definitely come looking for trouble.
"That's so annoying!"
"Calm down, Yoimiya-san." Ren sighed, seeing her ready to jump into a fight.
Can't she be calmer? Always setting off like a firework.
But if it came down to it…
Back on track, Ren said confidently,
"With Lady Ayaka here, everything will be fine."
"And besides, Mei is a guest of Guuji-sama herself."
In the end, it all boiled down to one thing:
To survive in this world, you need connections.
And right now, their connections couldn't be more solid.
Suddenly, the sound of commotion reached them from afar.
A shadowy figure appeared at Ayaka's side.
"My lady, it's the Tenryou Commission."
Kamisato Ayaka frowned slightly.
What's going on today? All three Commissions are showing up.
"If the Raiden Shogun herself appears, the entire Shogunate would be assembled," she murmured.
"Who's here?"
The shadow bowed and replied gravely,
"It's the general, Kujou Sara."
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T/N: can any of you carry me out of diamond 1 in marvel rivals :3 im a support main
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