Genshin Impact: My villain system is a little different.

"Eula! I'm back!"

Today, while Eula was at Madame Ping's home receiving training, just as she put down her claymore, she heard an excited voice.

Looking back, she saw Yanfei jumping at the doorway, waving at her.

Eula's face lit up with joy:

"Yanfei!"

Yanfei quickly came to Eula's side, taking her hand, saying:

"If I had known you were coming to Liyue so soon, I wouldn't have gone to the Chasm."

Eula shook her head: "It's fine, your work is important."

Yanfei asked: "Will you be staying in Liyue from now on?"

Eula nodded: "Yes, the Tianquan directly put me in charge of an entire Millelith squad, specifically responsible for clearing monsters in the wilderness."

"Is that so? That's certainly like Ningguang... But this is good, better than being unappreciated and suffering indignities in Mondstadt."

Yanfei wrinkled her nose, looking unhappy.

Although she knew Jean had tried her best to help Eula, truthfully, Yanfei felt it wasn't enough.

If it were Liyue, there wouldn't be so many issues. Rex Lapis would directly clarify that Eula was Eula, and the Lawrence Clan was the Lawrence Clan.

They'd never seen cases where descendants of Millelith heroes were exempt from punishment for crimes, nor cases where descendants of criminals were denied rewards for their achievements.

Eula quickly said: "It's alright, everything's fine now. There's a bright future ahead."

During her time in Liyue, the Millelith squad was initially cold towards their parachuted captain.

But after she proved herself in regular missions and saved some passing merchant groups, her subordinates came to admire her, and those she saved kept expressing their gratitude.

Moreover, word had spread about her in Liyue, and street vendors were very polite to her. Shopping and walking around, she was treated like anyone else.

This was something she couldn't even dream of in Mondstadt.

So Eula was truly happy.

Yanfei said: "Yes, we all have bright futures ahead..."

Madame Ping, hands behind her back, spoke kindly:

"Alright, Yanfei, come here. How was it at the Chasm?"

Yanfei said: "Well, it wasn't very successful. The item my client requested is supposedly near the Chasm, but after searching for so many days, we still found nothing. So I'm wondering if it might be deep inside the Chasm."

As soon as Yanfei said this, Madame Ping's expression became serious:

"Yanfei, never go into the depths of the Chasm, understand?"

Yanfei was curious: "Grandmother, what's in there?"

Madame Ping said: "It's said there are abyssal monsters inside, and the environment is extremely complex. Even us veteran adepti can't fully explore it... One careless move could lead to perishing inside. So, I don't want you to venture in there."

"Alright..."

Yanfei, originally full of curiosity and wanting to explore, now gave up the idea. With Madame Ping speaking so seriously, it was best not to go.

Madame Ping's expression softened:

"Good. The Traveler will be coming soon. Eula, you too, take a break for now."

"Mm, okay."

Eula nodded slightly.

Soon after, Lumine arrived with Paimon at Madame Ping's residence. As soon as Paimon entered, she said:

"Madame Ping, we've collected all the materials you asked for!"

Saying this, Paimon looked at Lumine, who took out a large bag full of various ores and plants.

"Are these... materials for the Serenitea Pot?" 

Yanfei, having been with Madame Ping for so many years, immediately recognized what these materials were for.

Lumine nodded: "Because we often sleep outdoors, Madame Ping said if we help her with some tasks, she'd make us a Serenitea Pot..."

Madame Ping said: "Alright, I've received these materials. Thank you for your hard work. Come back in a few days to get your Serenitea Pot from this old woman."

Paimon happily danced in the air:

"Yay! This way, we won't have to sleep in the open during our travels anymore!"

Lumine also smiled, happy at the prospect of making her journey more comfortable.

"By the way, doesn't Jiang Ning also have a Serenitea Pot?" Lumine suddenly asked.

Madame Ping said: "Yes, why do you ask?"

Lumine thought for a moment: "Can Serenitea Pots visit each other?"

Madame Ping looked at Lumine meaningfully, then said: "Yes, they can. In fact, if both parties agree, I can modify them to allow the two Serenitea Pots to be interconnected... Why? Do you want to be neighbors with little Jiang Ning?"

Lumine was silent for a moment, then sincerely said: "Please do so if possible."

How frustrating, was there really no fate between her and that handsome young man? She went to Mondstadt, but he was too busy for them to spend much time together. Then he returned to Liyue while she was still in Mondstadt doing odd jobs.

When she came to Liyue, she was pushed by various events to stay busy. Just when she thought she could finally get close to the beautiful boy, he had gone off to Mondstadt.

But fortunately, she heard his next destination was Inazuma. What a coincidence, her destination was also Inazuma.

Mm, fate works in mysterious ways.

Yanfei covered her mouth, exclaiming dramatically: "Wow."

Eula looked at Lumine somewhat warily. Due to the butterfly effect, Eula and Lumine were only casual friends, their relationship far less close than in the original story.

So... I consider you a friend, but you're not even trying to hide your intention to pursue my husband, are you?

Madame Ping said: "Alright, I'll ask little Jiang Ning later. If he agrees, I'll take the liberty of connecting your two Serenitea Pots."

"Yay, thank you, Madame Ping."

Lumine was overjoyed. This way, no matter where she went, she could meet Jiang Ning anytime!

As they were discussing the Serenitea Pot, a small figure walked in, carrying a large bamboo basket on her back.

"Madame Ping, Yaoyao is back!"

The world is strange and wonderful, Yaoyao is cute and adorable.

"Ah, Yaoyao, you child, you didn't even tell this old woman you were coming. Was there any danger on the way?"

Madame Ping's voice held a hint of reproach, but was mostly doting.

"No, I walk this road often, and Yaoyao knows that Uncle Xiao and the others regularly clear monsters from this route, so there's no danger."

"Plus, I have the Moonlit Bamboo Forest mechanism that Auntie Xianyun gave me."

Yaoyao took out a strange creature with yellow skin and white belly, looking like a mix between a rabbit and a fox, but very cute.

"Is this an adeptal mechanism?" Paimon curiously approached the Moonlit Bamboo Forest, asking.

Yaoyao nodded: "Yes, Auntie Xianyun made it for me. It's very useful and powerful."

"I see... I'm so envious," Paimon said.

"Yaoyao, what delicious things did you bring from home this time?" Yanfei asked.

"Many things! Fresh bamboo shoots, cured ham, sausages... but they're not for you."

Seeing Yanfei's interested look, Yaoyao protectively covered her bamboo basket.

"Don't be so guarded, Yaoyao. I'm not some glutton," Yanfei said, somewhat embarrassed.

Madame Ping chuckled: "Last time you finished all the food Yaoyao brought back in just three days, and you have the nerve to say that?"

"You have this kind of black history too?" Eula was surprised.

"Madame Ping!" Yanfei protested.

"Alright, no more joking. Yaoyao, these things are probably for Beidou, right?" Madame Ping said.

Yaoyao nodded: "Yes, Sister Beidou should be returning this afternoon. Yaoyao needs to go to the harbor to meet her."

"Mm, then go ahead. Give her my regards," Madame Ping said.

"Mm, I will, Madame Ping."

At the harbor of Liyue, the usual busy and prosperous scene continued.

However, today the harbor was somewhat unusual.

Several ships, much larger than the other merchant vessels - one could even call them a fleet - occupied nearly half the available dock space.

Each ship bore the same insignia, one that was well-known in all coastal cities.

It was the Crux Fleet of Liyue Harbor, led by the Alcor.

And the captain of the Alcor was none other than Captain Beidou, known for defeating the sea beast.

Some said Beidou and Ningguang had a good relationship, while others claimed they were like fire and water.

Of course, some also said Captain Beidou was just one of Lady Ningguang's subordinates.

There were many different stories, but only Ningguang and Beidou knew the truth.

They were like friendly rivals who enjoyed bickering.

Always arguing, but completely trusting each other when it mattered.

Today was the day the Alcor returned from its voyage.

The sailors were unloading cargo, while Captain Beidou stood on the dock, dealing with various merchants.

Beidou was a straightforward onee-san type.

She wore Liyue's deep red and black qipao modified for combat, her beautiful long hair casually pinned up, giving her a free-spirited appearance.

Most eye-catching were her long legs.

For some reason, one of her eyes was covered by an eyepatch, making her look like... a righteous pirate?

"Captain Beidou, you must have brought back many good things from this voyage?"

The surrounding merchants flattered her.

Beidou spoke casually: "Old Man Li, I've brought the things you asked for. This trip to Inazuma was really not easy."

"Oh? Is the Sakoku Decree still in effect in Inazuma?"

Beidou sighed: "Yes, the Sakoku Decree is getting worse. The people there are barely surviving, wearing rags and looking like skin and bones."

The surrounding merchants began discussing among themselves.

"Inazuma is truly frightening."

"Nothing like our Liyue, with its prosperity and abundance."

"Indeed, who would disagree? Now we have Rex Lapis and the adepti in Liyue. Although Rex Lapis has semi-retired and is gradually transferring power to the Qixing... many adepti have entered society, and we have Rex Lapis's successor. We have at least two gods."

"Sigh, I wonder what the god of Inazuma is thinking."

"Shh, be quiet. Can we casually discuss gods? I think if we could export food to Inazuma, we could make a fortune..."

The noisy chatter around her gave Beidou a headache, but she still keenly caught the key information.

Beidou frowned: "Wait, you're saying... Rex Lapis has abdicated?"

"Yes, Captain Beidou just returned and doesn't know yet. Let me tell you..."

Just as someone was about to explain the situation, an excited voice called out:

"Sister Beidou!"

Beidou's smile became more genuine as she said:

"Ah, Yaoyao, come here! Everyone, make way!"

The surrounding merchants instinctively cleared a path, and Yaoyao came bouncing in with her bamboo basket.

Yanfei and Eula followed behind her.

Seeing this trio, the surrounding merchants showed respectful and ingratiating expressions.

As mentioned earlier, with adepti entering society and Rex Lapis abdicating, those who were well-informed and somewhat clever could deduce the identities of these adepti figures.

Consequently, the identities of Cloud Retainer and the Streetward Rambler were openly revealed.

Along with them, their disciples were also discovered.

Especially Xiangling and Yanfei, who were previously unknown. People were surprised to learn that the chef of Wanmin Restaurant had such celestial connections.

As for Yanfei, this legal expert of Liyue Harbor turned out to be half-adeptus, half-human, just like Lady Ganyu.

Even Yaoyao was envied by many, seen as having limitless potential at such a young age for being noticed by the adepti.

Of course, there were those who sought to learn the way of immortality, but they were all stopped by the Liyue Qixing.

As before, they were not allowed to disturb the adepti's lives.

Moreover, birth, aging, sickness, and death were part of the human cycle, and even adepti wouldn't interfere casually.

Those who were rejected could only lament their lack of celestial fate.

Now that Yaoyao had arrived, everyone knew they couldn't offend her.

"Sister Beidou, you're back! Yaoyao came to see you," Yaoyao said as she approached Beidou.

Beidou lifted Yaoyao with both hands, laughing heartily, then said:

"Yaoyao, Sister Beidou has brought you many good things. I'll send them to your home later."

"Thank you, sister. It must have been a tiring journey..." Yaoyao said.

Beidou said: "By the way, Yaoyao, people around here are saying Rex Lapis has abdicated? What big events have happened in Liyue Harbor recently?"

Yaoyao said: "Yes, I'll tell you about it later, Sister Beidou. Oh, I almost forgot to introduce - this is Sister Eula."

Beidou looked at Eula, somewhat surprised:

"Isn't this the Spindrift Knight from the Knights of Favonius? It's a pleasure to meet you... What brings you to Liyue? Are you here on official business?"

Eula said: "No, I've left the Knights of Favonius. I'm now part of the Millelith."

Beidou laughed, realizing that indeed, many interesting things must have happened during her absence.

"Come on, tell me what's been going on! What exactly has happened?"

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