Genshin Impact: I am the Great General of Liyue

Chapter 379 Ying: So you like this too?

Currently, the sea area around Inazuma is covered by thunderstorms and the waves are constant, as if the will of the Thunder God does not want humans to enter or leave this place.

Even if someone manages to escape or break in from here, they will certainly pay a heavy price.

For ordinary fleets, getting lost, starving to death, dying of thirst, or being struck by lightning here are all common occurrences.

Of course, this only applies to ordinary fleets... For powerful fleets like the Southern Cross or the Fools, these obstacles are just minor troubles.

For them, the biggest challenge was not the thunderstorms, but the organization that managed Inazuma's affairs, similar to the "Three Commissioners" of Liyue's "Seven Stars and Eight Gates".

Thunderstorms can be overcome with enough strength, but dealing with people... well, that's a different story.

Listening to Huiyuan's explanation, Paimon asked, "So, what are the Three Commissioners?"

"Well... let me explain briefly. To enter Inazuma, the first thing you'll encounter is the 'Kancho Fugyō' (Minister of Investigation and Censorship), whose duty is to verify the identities of those entering and leaving Inazuma. By the way, Inazuma's isolation isn't complete; for example, there's a place called 'Remote Island,' which is used to receive foreigners."

To ensure the supply of materials and the flow of information, this area is specifically designated for receiving outsiders. It is certain that ordinary people without status or position cannot stay there.

The second is the "Heavenly Commander," who are the agents of the Thunder General and carry out the "Eye Hunt Order."

The last one is the "Shabu-bugyou" (社奉行), who are very approachable and are responsible for managing various cultural festivals, blacksmiths, and artisans. As a result, they are the bugyou who understand the people of Inatsuma the best.

After listening, Paimon asked again, "So, Huiyuan, you recommended we go find the 'Southern Cross' fleet, is it because of them...?"

"Ahem, shh—this secret is only for you guys! Their leader, [Beidou], has that kind of relationship with Ningguang!"

"That kind? Which kind?"

"It's that kind of thing! Secret...very intimate..."

"Stop talking! Stop talking! I know what it is! If you hear this... you'll be arrested and beheaded!"

Seeing Paimon shouting and yelling, Ying started to complain.

"Ningguang isn't that cruel, is she? We are, after all, benefactors of Liyue."

"But that's how it's always written in novels..."

At this moment, Marta laughed and said, "Hahahaha... Paimon, the plot of the novel can't completely match reality. Besides, Ningguang isn't the kind of person who would become lawless just because she's in office."

They chatted and laughed all the way, and before they knew it, they had arrived at Guyun Pavilion.

As Yingmei searched for the "Death Star" on the sea, she wondered what kind of person this Beidou was.

"Judging from the rumors I've heard before, this [Beidou] is probably a man with superb martial arts skills."

According to Huiyuan, she has the right to enter and leave Inazuma and has a complicated relationship with Ningguang... She was once famous for slaying a sea monster and then obtaining the Thunder God's Eye... She must be a heroic captain!

I never expected Ningguang to like this type... I thought that as a businesswoman, she would prefer the obedient type... Wait, what am I thinking? Ningguang isn't that kind of person.

But I'm really curious... what kind of charm does that man named Beidou possess that made Ningguang fall for him...?

Soon after, they encountered a group of sailors, and with their help, they arrived on "Death Star".

Asking around and following directions, I headed to the bow of the ship...

There was a white-haired boy dressed in the style of Inazuma, chatting with a woman wearing an eye patch who looked very unrestrained.

Yingmei observed from a distance for a long time, her head full of questions.

"Is Inatsuma the captain of the Southern Cross fleet? But why... isn't he dressed like a captain? The woman next to him, on the other hand, seems more like the captain..."

Unable to figure out the situation, and too lazy to think about it, the group simply walked up to them.

The boisterous woman heard the creaking sound coming from the boat planks and looked over.

"Hmm? You are... I remember you, the travelers who fought against the Fools and Oser, and the Dawn General, right?"

Upon hearing this, Ying's lips curved slightly upward, and her nose tilted up.

"Is my reputation really that great?"

"Hahaha, I heard it from Ningguang: 'A traveler saved Liyue, possessing exceptional knowledge and skills.' Ningguang is very picky, so giving such a high evaluation is quite remarkable. I was wondering then what kind of genius this person was, and I wanted to meet them in person. Judging from your attire and the little thing with you, I think it's probably you."

Upon hearing this description, Paimon's little mouth puffed out.

"Not a little thing, it's... Pai! Meng!"

Instead of comforting the adorable little Paimon, Ying focused all her attention on the bold woman.

"Hiss... How come she seems to know Ningguang so well?... Wait, the person Huiyuan mentioned who's very close to Ningguang, that Beidou... isn't a man?! The attribute of the Eye of God on her waist matches up too! I didn't expect you to have this kind of taste, Ningguang!"

No, no, how could you say "also"? Huiyuan and I are both extraterrestrials. My liking for her is probably due to a sense of familiarity, definitely not because I like girls or anything like that. (Really, this isn't a lie.)

After the initial shock, Ying quickly calmed down and regained her composure.

At this moment, the white-haired man from Inazuma standing nearby said:

"Paimon... Hmm, truly an interesting creature. Not only can I sense the breath of wind and earth from you two, but there's also a hint of... um... the scent of the starry sky?"

Paimon, upon hearing this, crossed his arms and seemed somewhat displeased.

"Huh? What? What? This is the strangest comment I've ever heard..."

Upon seeing this, the man, whose tone was gentle, simply smiled and said:

"It's nothing, I just believe that every encounter of fate must have its meaning."

Upon hearing this, Huiyuan pretended that it was the first time she had met him and began to flatter him.

"You are Maple Plains Manyo, right? Seeing you in person, I can see you are indeed an artist."

"Huh... how does General Dawn know my name?"

"My ears are very sharp, because the wind carries sounds from afar, and I sensed you immediately, the holder of the Eye of the Wind Element..."

"Is that so? I admire you. General Dawn's reputation is truly well-deserved. I am not particularly skilled myself, but I do have some knowledge of Listening Wind's techniques. I wonder if we could discuss this further? Hmm... Listening Wind is a pleasure to meet, to find kindred spirits..."

Upon hearing this poem, Huiyuan nodded sincerely, offered a compliment, and then composed a poem in response.

"Haha, what eloquent writing! We are both wanderers in this world, why should we need to have known each other before..."

How can we not consider Hanen, who lost both parents at a young age, and Manyo, whose family fell into decline, as fellow sufferers in the same boat?