Genshin Impact: My villain system is a little different.

"My goodness, so many things happened during this time?"

As they walked to Liyue's meeting point, Beidou exclaimed with emotion.

Following that was regret.

"What a shame, I, Beidou, missed out on such big events."

As she spoke, Beidou's eyes showed a hint of longing:

"A legendary archon... if only I could have crossed swords with it, that would have been amazing."

"Don't just focus on the thrill of the fight. There were casualties too," Eula couldn't help but say.

Beidou replied casually:

"It's fine, we still have Rex Lapis, right? You said that during the battle, our people were protected by Rex Lapis's shield."

"That's because Rex Lapis wanted to test Liyue, not actually send the people to war... I think that's how it was?" Yaoyao tilted her head as she spoke.

"Alright, so who exactly is this next Geo Archon, to be recognized by so many? I really want to meet him," Beidou said.

"Big Brother Jiang Ning is a very good person. He's handsome and has a nice personality... um." Then Yaoyao fell silent.

Yanfei also looked in one direction, silent.

Beidou was confused and followed their gaze.

She saw a white-haired young man dragging a series of what looked like pixelated gourds towards the Ministry of Civil Affairs.

Looking closely, one could make out that these were Treasure Hoarders and Fatui, with injuries that seemed to be from torture, and the methods appeared extremely cruel.

"Is this young man new to the interrogation department? His methods are impressive..." Beidou scratched her head in admiration.

"Um... this is Jiang Ning..." Yanfei said.

Beidou was bewildered: "Huh?"

Then came disbelief. You're telling me this person with a cruel smile, who tortured people so badly, is the next Geo Archon?

This isn't the Geo Archon, this is the King of Hell, right?

Is it really okay to hand Liyue over to him?

"What did these people do to offend him? I thought everyone in Liyue should know Jiang Ning's appearance and news by now?" Eula was speechless.

Yanfei weakly explained: "Actually, Sister Beidou, when it comes to enemies, Jiang Ning is as cruel and terrifying as possible..."

In the prison, after Jiang Ning's interrogations to obtain information, there were many mentally unstable Fatui.

The interrogation department staff, after seeing Jiang Ning's methods, all exclaimed that he was wasting his talents at Wangshu Inn. If he joined the interrogation department, he'd become the head within three years.

Maybe he could even become one of the Qixing in charge of punishments in the future.

But this idea disappeared after Jiang Ning became Rex Lapis's successor.

"I see... That's understandable..." Beidou said reluctantly.

But couldn't you be more mindful of your image, parading through the streets like this... Hm? Why do the Liyue people look so satisfied and vindicated?

What's going on?

Beidou felt that after being away from Liyue for a year, everything had changed dramatically.

"Jiang Ning!" Eula called out loudly.

Jiang Ning paused, then saw Eula and the others, especially Yaoyao. The cruelty on his face instantly vanished, replaced by the look of a friendly older brother.

He quickly produced a large cloth to cover the pixelated figures behind him, then called over some Millelith soldiers. 

After giving them some instructions, he walked towards Eula and the others, leaving the Millelith excited and energized.

"Look, Lord Jiang Ning gave us a task!"

"Yes, we must brag about this when we get back. This is a task directly from the next Archon's mouth, we must do it well."

"Absolutely."

Then the Millelith quickly left, dragging away that mass.

Jiang Ning came to Yaoyao: "Yaoyao, I'm sorry if I scared you."

Yaoyao shook her head: "Not at all. Although Yaoyao is young, I understand that being kind to enemies is being cruel to oneself."

Jiang Ning showed an expression of 'the child can be taught': "Mm-hmm, Yaoyao, remember this. In the future, when dealing with enemies, you must never hold back. It's best to pin them down and beat them so they can't get up again..."

Yanfei interrupted: "Hey, teach her something good. She's still young... But what did those people do to offend you just now?"

Jiang Ning hinted: "Senior Sister Yanfei, you should know that archon remnants and resentment are very useful for Master and the others now, right?"

Yanfei nodded: "Mm, I know."

Perhaps they could revive some of the old adepti. It's said that even her own father was brought back by Rex Lapis to work and search for people.

Jiang Ning said: "But these people took the materials and were sending them to Snezhnaya. They said some guy called 'The Doctor' wanted them for experiments. How could I tolerate that?"

Of course he couldn't. In Jiang Ning's mind, he was the next Geo Archon, right? So Liyue was his home, right? And things in his home were his, right?

You steal my things? Off with your head!

"I see, then they deserved it," Yanfei immediately changed her tune.

Although she wasn't very familiar with the older generation of adepti, she often heard her grandmother mention them, so she knew how important those old friends were to her grandmother.

So... you made grandmother unhappy? You're courting death.

"You changed your tune awfully fast," Beidou was speechless.

Yanfei said: "How is this changing my tune? Let me tell you, these Fatui taking things back to Snezhnaya, it's like if Sister Beidou sailed for a long time, then needed to replenish fruits and vegetables when docking."

"But the supplies are already yours, and those people secretly took them away. It's that kind of feeling."

Beidou was silent for a moment, then also changed her stance: "Good riddance."

"So, who is this?" Jiang Ning's gaze fell on Beidou. What a cool big sister.

Beidou said: "I'm Beidou, captain of the Alcor. You're Rex Lapis's successor? Seeing is believing."

Jiang Ning said: "Mm-hmm, Captain Beidou. I've heard Sister Ningguang mention you... Hello, I'm Jiang Ning."

Beidou was somewhat surprised: "Oh? That woman Ningguang lets you call her sister? Can she handle that?"

After all, you're the next Geo Archon.

Jiang Ning said: "Well, I've been calling Ningguang 'sister' since before I knew Master was Rex Lapis."

"I see... That woman has struck gold again this time."

Beidou pursed her lips.

"Are you heading to the Jade Chamber?" Jiang Ning asked.

"Yeah, now that I'm back, I've brought the things Ningguang wanted. I'm definitely going to charge her a hefty sum."

Beidou rubbed her hands together.

"That's perfect, I'm going there too. Come with me," Jiang Ning said.

"If you come with me, you won't need to be announced."

The group arrived at the Jade Chamber. When they reached Ningguang's office door, Beidou marveled:

"Ningguang really values you. We came right up to her office without needing to be announced."

Yanfei said: "Have you considered that Jiang Ning's status means he doesn't need to be announced anywhere in Liyue?"

Beidou laughed heartily: "Haha, I forgot about that."

"Beidou has come from afar, what brings you here?"

Ningguang's voice rang out as she approached gracefully with her secretaries Baishi and Baixiao.

Beidou said: "I've brought back what you wanted - Electro Crystals and Naku Weed. Was it necessary to use an urgent report for this? Oh right, there's another thing. I inquired about it, but it was too far away, so I didn't detour."

"Electro Crystals and Naku Weed?" Jiang Ning was stunned, then looked at Ningguang.

Ningguang smiled: "Mm, I prepared them especially for you. Isn't this what you're going to Inazuma for?"

"Mm-hmm... Thank you, Sister Ningguang."

Jiang Ning was very happy. Is this what it feels like to have a rich patron?

"See if it's enough and if you can use it," Ningguang urged.

Jiang Ning nodded: "Alright..."

He took the Electro Crystals and Naku Weed from Beidou's hands. The abundant Electro element inside delighted him.

These could be used!

Moreover, the Electro element in these Electro Crystals was different from those in Liyue. The ones from Inazuma seemed to be of higher quality, and like the Naku Weed, they had an extra characteristic.

As expected of the Electro Archon's domain? Both plants and minerals were influenced to some degree.

"Mm, they can be used, but it's far from enough. And most importantly, we didn't find the crucial Sea Ganoderma... So we still need to go to Inazuma."

Jiang Ning said.

Ningguang was somewhat disappointed: "If it was just a matter of quantity, we could have had Beidou set up a trade route... What a pity."

She had originally thought that if the supplies could be shipped, Jiang Ning wouldn't need to go to Inazuma.

If that were the case, that purple-haired cat girl would probably be rolling on the ground, crying and making a fuss, right?

Beidou finally had a chance to interject:

"Wait, so you used that urgent report just for Jiang Ning? Do you know how high the cost is? And don't try to skimp on the Mora."

Ningguang's gaze was calm: "You won't be short-changed on Mora, don't worry... Besides, for Jiang Ning, this amount of Mora is nothing."

Eula's gaze sharpened. Hmm, this woman also has feelings for Jiang Ning... But considering her background, wealth, and appearance, she was a good match for Jiang Ning. And her arrangement for Eula meant Eula owed her a favor, so Eula withdrew her gaze.

Mm, she had passed muster on her end, but as for Shenhe and Ganyu, who knows?

But with Ningguang's diplomatic nature, there shouldn't be any problems, right?

Especially with Cloud Retainer - Eula had learned these days that Cloud Retainer had long been hoping for Jiang Ning to take many wives and produce many disciples and grand-disciples.

So it was practically a done deal?

Thinking this, Eula's gaze towards Ningguang became more friendly.

Beidou, however, looked at Ningguang suspiciously:

"This 'spending a fortune to make a beauty smile' attitude... Have you reached that age? Are you lovesick? Has Jiang Ning even come of age? You're ready to make your move, you beast."

Even with Ningguang's composure, she could barely maintain it. She gritted her teeth and said:

"If you can't speak properly, don't speak at all!"

What do you mean 'reached that age'? Am I that old?

And about coming of age... Jiang Ning has already reached the legal age according to Liyue law, okay?

Do you think I'm like Ganyu and Shenhe? Considering how to strengthen the nation before even reaching the right age?

Beidou said: "Haha, sorry, that's just how I talk."

Beidou shrugged, with a 'what can you do about it' expression.

Ningguang rubbed her brow: "Forget it... You won't be short on Mora. But since you're here, there's another commission."

"The Yuheng and Jiang Ning will be leading Liyue's delegation to Inazuma. About our detained merchants and goods... Inazuma must give us an explanation."

Ningguang continued.

Beidou crossed her arms and made a disdainful sound: "Hmph, those parasites in the Kanjou Commission have ruined Inazuma. On the outlying islands, there are high taxes, nonsensical taxes. Even the people of Inazuma can barely survive."

"We went to sell food with the intention of supporting the people. It's not even military supplies, yet they were detained..."

"If I hadn't left quickly, those guys would have tried to lay hands on my Alcor too."

Ningguang teased: "Oh? Is Captain Beidou afraid of those small fry?"

Beidou said: "It's not fear, it's just not good to fight in someone else's territory... And the Alcor represents a part of Liyue in others' eyes..."

Ningguang said: "You don't need to worry about that anymore. Liyue is not what it used to be."

Beidou was surprised: "Really?"

Ningguang said: "This is all thanks to Jiang Ning. With his mediation, many idle adepti have entered society. They're even teaching the Millelith some arrays and training methods that mortals can use. 

The Streetward Rambler is helping Liyue improve various mechanisms. Now, the strength of the Millelith has greatly increased."

"But what if the Raiden Shogun decides to flip the table and intervene?" Beidou was still worried. As a captain who sailed abroad, she was both rough and meticulous.

Jiang Ning said: "You don't need to worry about that either. I asked Master, Inazuma only has one god. Not to mention that gods don't interfere in mortal affairs... unless you're about to destroy Inazuma as a nation."

"Even if the Raiden Shogun has a brain spasm and intervenes, we still have Master on our side. Let's not even discuss whether the Raiden Shogun is a match for Master. If they intervene first, then I and the adepti can also step in."

"At that point, we might as well go all the way and rename Inazuma to Liyue!"

Jiang Ning was definitely a war hawk.

"You're formidable... Alright, let's not talk about this. So from a diplomatic standpoint, we're going to negotiate with Inazuma, right?"

"Mm, that's right."

Beidou clenched her fist, making a cracking sound, with a smile on her face:

"Good! I'll take this job! After the brothers rest for a while, we'll set out!"

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