Genshin Player in the World of Detective Conan

Still, this was the only way for now.

After sighing, Higurashi Kagome's grandfather looked at Manager Inoue and Yukino Yukinoshita and said in a low voice:

"I'm very sorry, but I can't hold the ceremony for you. If you don't mind, please do it yourselves."

Yukino Yukinoshita, of course, couldn't be unreasonable at this time and quickly replied:

"Of course. You have more important matters to attend to, so we can do it ourselves."

The Higurashi family clearly wasn't in the mood for pleasantries. After pointing out the location of the tools needed for the burial, they left the shrine one after another to search for clues in places where Higurashi Kagome might have appeared.

"They are truly a kind family. After burying [Sapphire], I'll help them search as well."

Yukino Yukinoshita knew very well that even with her help, it would likely be of little use in such a strange situation.

However, given her personality, she obviously wouldn't stand by and do nothing.

If she were the one who disappeared, would her family be this anxious?

While holding the shovel and digging a hole for the poor [Sapphire], Yukino Yukinoshita couldn't help but drift into random thoughts.

Occasionally, she would look up and frown slightly at the back of Yin Kong, who was standing under the Sacred Tree, seemingly studying something.

Perhaps she was overthinking it, but the young lady inexplicably felt that this detective, who was hiding his true abilities, must have discovered some clue they didn't know about.

Otherwise, he wouldn't be so calm right now.

However, this suspicion had absolutely no evidence to support it.

But soon, her attention returned to the poor [Sapphire].

After burying the cat, the young lady silently watched the small mound, inevitably recalling the moments she spent with it.

We've punished the bad person who killed you, little one. I hope you'll be happy in another world.

She's actually crying?

Seeing Yukino, who was initially in silent mourning before the cat's grave, start to quietly shed tears after thinking about something, Yin Kong couldn't help but feel very surprised.

After all, the impression she gave him was one of extreme aloofness.

Although she loved cats, to actually shed tears over its passing, the depth of her feelings seemed to exceed his expectations.

"Now."

As Yin Kong was feeling emotional, Zhongli's reminder sounded in his ear.

Yukino Yukinoshita, completely immersed in her memories, suddenly felt a gentle touch on her cheek.

Chapter 54: Innate Evil Demon Imp

"Sapphire?"

Yukino opened her eyes wide in shock because she saw a semi-transparent [Sapphire] emitting a white light floating in front of her, gently patting her face with the pads of its paws.

It seemed to be comforting her gently.

However, after the young lady rubbed her eyes in disbelief, this incredible magical sight disappeared.

But this hallucination was too realistic.

The young lady touched her cheek with some disbelief, still seeming to feel the familiar touch left by the paw pads.

Yukino Yukinoshita looked at Manager Inoue doubtfully and asked:

"Manager Inoue, did you see anything just now?"

"Just now?" Manager Inoue was also startled and asked strangely, "Did something happen just now?"

Was it really a hallucination?

Yukino Yukinoshita was stunned. If such an incredible scene had truly happened, Manager Inoue, who was not far away, couldn't have failed to notice.

So, was it just because she was too sad?

Yukino Yukinoshita's mood was complicated, but when she recalled the scene of [Sapphire] gently comforting her, she inexplicably found that her original sadness seemed to have been gently soothed by it.

As the young lady savored this strange and complex feeling, Yin Kong also seemed to have finished observing the Sacred Tree and walked over, saying:

"This is my business card. If you two encounter any difficulties in the future, please feel free to contact me."

"Certainly, certainly." Manager Inoue immediately put Yin Kong's business card away solemnly and said enthusiastically, "Mr. Yin Kong, if you have time, you're welcome to visit my shop more often. If nothing else, I can still afford to buy you a cup of coffee."

He had already witnessed Yin Kong's abilities with his own eyes.

Having a few more friends like him would definitely be beneficial.

Moreover, for some reason, he suddenly felt a sense of immediate kinship and extraordinary affinity with the Yin Kong in front of him.

After exchanging a few more pleasantries with Manager Inoue and nodding at the silent young lady, Yin Kong soon left the Higurashi Shrine.

[Primogem × 20, Mora × 8550, Affection EXP × 70, Fine Enhancement Ore × 7, Mystic Enhancement Ore × 3]

"As expected, Miss Yoko is a treasure girl."

Receiving double the daily quest rewards again did not surprise Yin Kong.

After all, this time, in addition to catching the culprit, he had also done some minor extra work.

Compared to that, I just casually made a bowl of Buddha Jumps Over the Wall this morning, and the process was so much easier.

Fortunately, he wasn't without gains.

The world quest at Higurashi Shrine, the Spiral Abyss, and the Sacred Tree should all bring him a considerable amount of Primogems in the near future.

Yin Kong opened his palm, and a translucent, small, and cute figure slowly appeared.

This figure was none other than the Sapphire that Yukino Yukinoshita had just seen.

"It's actually purified."

Yin Kong extended a finger and gently scratched its chin, causing the soft, cute little creature to emit comfortable purring sounds.

It was hard to imagine that just half an hour ago, it had been pitch black all over and looked like a hysterical madman.

"It seems Miss Yukinoshita's tears truly contained incredibly sincere emotions."

"Indeed, otherwise, it wouldn't have been enough to soothe the hatred in this little one's heart," Zhongli first affirmed Yin Kong's guess, but quickly added, "But I think the Traveler is truly the one who deserves the credit for the successful purification."

Yin Kong looked puzzled.

However, Zhongli didn't explain immediately. Instead, he changed the subject:

"Traveler, through my observations during this time, I have confirmed one thing."

Yin Kong pressed further:

"May I ask what it is?"

Zhongli explained:

"Naturally, those creatures that only you can see are monsters born from shadows or extremely negative emotions.

Because of this, they are inherently different from normal creatures and cannot perceive any positive emotions. In their hearts, besides the instinctive craving for human flesh and blood, there are only negative emotions like killing, hatred, and madness."

Inherently unable to perceive positive emotions?

Yin Kong froze. Doesn't this mean that when he fights those demons in the future, he can shout:

"Innate Evil Demon Imp, I will personally-- "

However, he immediately looked at the ignorant and clueless Sapphire in his hand and asked doubtfully:

"Then this is-- "

"That's why I said it's your credit, Traveler," Zhongli's tone was filled with undisguised amazement. "I once said that your acknowledgment has an incredible effect. It seems that not only can it pull these demons into the real world and give them a basis for existence, but it has also compensated for their original racial defects, giving them the qualification to possess complete emotions."

In other words, any demon acknowledged by Yin Kong could understand and feel what love is.

If not for this, even if Yukino had cried down the Sacred Tree, there would have been no possibility of purifying the hatred in Sapphire's heart.

After hearing Zhongli's explanation, Yin Kong finally understood.

No wonder the Geo Archon had spoken up suddenly when the police took Matsubara Takashi away, telling him to quietly control Sapphire's Vengeful Spirit and specifically acknowledge its existence.

Although after being purified, the little creature's already low level dropped even further, leaving it at only level four.

However, if he could find techniques to nurture this little one or purify powerful demons, wouldn't that mean he could gain many helpers?

Speaking of powerful demons, Yin Kong suddenly remembered something.

If he remembered correctly, the Chameleon Witch that had escaped by self-destructing had also received his personal acknowledgment.

"Doesn't this mean it also possesses complete emotions?"

Zhongli affirmed:

"I believe so."

Unfortunately, after escaping, the other party had been hiding on the other side of the Earth.

Otherwise, using it for experimentation would clearly be the most suitable.

"Traveler, you're back."

Upon returning to the Cunning Rabbit House, Yin Kong saw Kuki Shinobu, Aoyama Nanami, and Ms. Yoko chatting happily.

"Yeah, I'm back."

After nodding gently at Kuki Shinobu, he finally looked at Aoyama Nanami with excitement.

Noticing Yin Kong's undisguised fervent gaze, Aoyama Nanami stood frozen for several seconds.

It wasn't until Kuki Shinobu cleared her throat and pointed to her clothes that the young lady finally reacted. She quickly ran back behind the counter, cleared her throat, and said:

"Towards the Stars and the Abyss, welcome to the Adventurer's Guild."

Yin Kong said excitedly:

"Catherine, I've completed all my commissions for today."

"Thank you for completing today's commissions. Here is your reward."

Looking at the daily commission rewards he finally received, Yin Kong actually felt a surge of emotion, almost to the point of tears.

Chapter 55: Seal Released

"Thank you--"

[Brave Jade Fragment ×1, Primogem ×20, Mora ×18175, Affection EXP ×100]

Upon seeing the [Brave Jade Fragment], Yin Kong couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

Character ascension requires not only regional specialties like [Amber] and [Naku Weed], but also elemental crystals of various levels corresponding to the character's Elemental Vision.

However, if it were just regional specialties, Zhongli could still find substitutes. But pure elemental crystals—

In Teyvat, besides daily commissions, powerful elemental monsters and dungeons also drop a certain amount of elemental crystals.

But in this world where Elemental Power doesn't even exist, even if Yin Kong successfully defeats those powerful demons, it would be difficult to obtain Teyvat's elemental crystals, right?

Even the Geo Archon, Zhongli, would have a hard time conjuring these ascension materials out of thin air for Yin Kong in this situation.

"You did well, you did so well! Miss Aoyama, you can clock out now."

Seeing the almost uncontrollable smile on Yin Kong's face, Aoyama Nanami couldn't help but feel surprised.

Could her three sentences really have such a powerful effect?

Of course, among the people present, Miss Yoko was probably the most astonished.

Because in the impression of this idol, Yin Kong hadn't been this excited since his last encounter with the [Chameleon Witch].

Everyone was stunned and looked at Aoyama Nanami in unison.

More accurately, they looked at the girl's stomach.

Aoyama Nanami's face flushed slightly, but feeling the emptiness within her, she suppressed her shyness and said:

"Boss, can I... can I get an advance on my salary for one day first?"

Based on her own experience, even if she only drank water, she could hold out until tomorrow.

But she had accidentally expended extra energy cleaning the office that afternoon. If she didn't eat soon—