Lumine charged at Childe, but in the next moment, he deftly dodged her attack, dissolving into a stream of water and reappearing atop a high vantage point.
“With the combined power of so many Talismans and the strength granted to me by Her Majesty, temporarily unsealing the Geo Spear’s suppression isn’t beyond reach,” Childe announced, controlling the swirling Delusions around him. “Though I find relying on the power of an ancient demon god to be both dull and against my principles… it is entertaining to see not only Rex Lapis but also you forced to act in response.”
“Damn it… He got away,” Lumine muttered, glaring at Childe perched above.
“Hahaha…” Childe’s laughter echoed as he declared, “Let’s see, then, if a nation without its god will once again fall to the malice of ancient times!
“As for you… if you wish to drown alongside the people of Liyue, then I bid you an enjoyable journey!”
The power of the Talismans erupted around him, mixed with Childe’s own Harbinger energy, sending waves through the very foundation of the Golden House. The ground beneath their feet began to quake, as if something enormous was stirring nearby, awakening slowly.
With that, Childe vanished from his high perch, leaving the Golden House behind.
“What should we do, Traveler? If Childe really releases an ancient demon god, won’t that put all of Liyue in danger?” Paimon fretted, clearly shaken.
“We need to get outside and see what’s happening first,” Lumine said, her voice steadying as she regained her composure. “No matter what Childe’s unleashed… we need to assess the situation.”
She turned toward Jia Changjiang. “By the way, about Rex Lapis…”
Jia Changjiang replied without hesitation, “Not now. Later.”
“Fine!” Lumine nodded. “But don’t think you’re off the hook. You’ll explain everything later.
“For now, let’s find out what Childe has summoned!”
When Lumine and Jia Changjiang exited the Golden House and climbed to a higher vantage point, the world outside had already transformed.
The skies were heavy with oppressive, dark clouds, the air thick with torrential rain and howling winds.
Thunder rumbled as storm clouds pressed down on Liyue Harbor, as if threatening to crush it entirely.
In the distance, at Guyun Stone Forest, a massive waterspout connected the ocean to the heavens, sending colossal waves crashing in every direction.
From the depths of the sea, a monstrous serpent-like creature, with multiple heads seemingly composed of seawater, began to emerge.
Its towering form reached for the stormy skies, whipping the sea into a frenzy as it wreaked havoc across the waters.
“Is that… Osial?”
Jia Changjiang, Lumine, and Paimon stood in stunned silence as they gazed upon the enormous figure—Osial, Overlord of the Vortex.
Meanwhile, high above the harbor, the Jade Chamber began to move, gliding through the air toward the site of the calamity.
It was clear that Ningguang and the others were mobilizing to confront the demon god.
“Jia Changjiang! Let’s head to the Jade Chamber!” Lumine urged, looking back at him. “Ningguang and her people are probably preparing to deal with Osial!”
“You go ahead.”
Jia Changjiang’s gaze lingered on the towering sea beast, its overwhelming presence etched deeply into his mind.
His eyes shimmered with fascination as he looked at Osial. “I have another appointment to keep… You go on. I’ll catch up soon.”
“An appointment? At a time like this?!” Lumine exclaimed, pointing incredulously at the chaos raging over the harbor. “There’s a demon god attacking Liyue, and you think now’s the time to go drinking?!
“Did you hit your head when you were fighting Childe?” Lumine reached out, placing her hand on Jia Changjiang’s forehead. “No fever…”
“Mr. Jax, who are you even planning to meet right now?” Paimon asked, puzzled.
“I’m going to meet someone from Liyue,” Jia Changjiang replied as he gently removed Lumine’s hand. “The Adepti should already be aboard the Jade Chamber. You should join them.”
He paused, his tone calm yet firm. “Let’s each focus on what we’re meant to do. I’ll follow shortly.”
Lumine stared at him silently for a moment, her mind racing. Then, as if struck by a sudden realization, she asked, “Wait… Are you going to meet the Geo Archon? You mentioned before that you had a contract with him.”
Jia Changjiang didn’t answer directly. Instead, he gave her a cryptic smile.
“…Fine! But you owe us a full explanation later!” Lumine grumbled, grabbing Paimon by the arm. “Paimon, we’re heading to the Jade Chamber.”
“Huh? Oh! Okay!” Paimon stumbled after her, still confused but unwilling to argue.
As they left, Jia Changjiang turned his gaze toward Liyue Harbor.
“Well then… It’s time to honor the contract. We’re nearing its final phase.”
—
In Liyue Harbor, the sudden calamity caused considerable unrest. However, under the command of the Millelith, most of the citizens were calmly preparing to evacuate.
Though the unexpected disaster had unsettled the harbor, there was no widespread panic.
Many people, guided by the Millelith, were already moving away from the docks, while a few remained behind to secure the area.
As Jia Changjiang walked through the streets, he saw merchants hurriedly packing up their stalls. Others, unable to flee far, sought shelter in nearby shops.
Despite the looming threat, the people of Liyue remained steadfast. The sight of the Jade Chamber moving toward the demon god inspired confidence in the Qixing and Adepti, ensuring that the city did not succumb to fear.
The resilience of Liyue’s 3,700-year history shone through in its people’s calm determination.
Eventually, Jia Changjiang arrived at his destination: the familiar teahouse known as Third-Round Knockout, where Zhongli had hosted him before.
Though the establishment was preparing to close, a few patrons lingered, including dockworkers who had taken refuge there.
Zhongli sat serenely in the main hall, a pot of tea before him and two unopened bottles of wine on the table.
His tranquil demeanor suggested that nothing—not even the chaos outside—could disturb his composure.
“Zhongli, I’ve arrived,” Jia Changjiang announced as he stepped inside and took the seat beside him.
He set a bottle of dandelion wine on the table with a casual gesture. “Venti asked me to bring this to you.”
“And one more thing…”
Jia Changjiang propped his chin on one hand as he looked at Zhongli. “I’ve come to fulfill the contract we made.”
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