Venti's Trap

He really is a drunkard; he'd even abandon his friends for a little money.

Seeing Venti say that, Kujou Takamasa's face showed a mocking expression.

I have no idea why Yu Bai Ye would befriend someone like that.

Although he disliked Bai Ye somewhat, in Kujou Takamasa's heart, Bai Ye was a pure and innocent young man.

It was only because he was too kind and honest that Kujou Takamasa was dissatisfied with him.

"Perfect timing, let me teach you a lesson and tell you which friends you should make and which you shouldn't."

Kujou Takamasa thought to himself.

On the surface, he said calmly to Venti, "I can give you as much as you want. But if you dare to cheat me..."

At this point, Kujou Takamasa's expression instantly turned sinister.

Those Fatui really tricked him back then, taking away a lot of his resources, and he ended up giving nothing in return.

If he weren't outmatched, he would have already sought revenge on those Fatui.

But if the Scaramouche can ignore my threats, can you, a mere bard, do the same?

Upon hearing Kujou Takamasa say this, Venti immediately raised her hand and said with a smile, "That's absolutely impossible. How could I possibly dare to trick you, sir?"

"I doubt you have the guts."

Kujou Takamasa said something to Venti, and then gestured for Venti to leave.

Venti put her hands behind her head and walked outside.

After walking outside, Venti started counting on her fingers.

He needs to calculate how much profit he can make from these Kujou Clan.

The only thing to worry about is whether Beelzebul is stingy and won't let him swindle Kujou Takamasa's property.

After all, he had tricked Beelzebul quite a bit in the past, so it seemed quite normal for Beelzebul to turn around and trick him in return.

That's why Venti made Kujou Takamasa say those words.

Look, he made so many threats against me, it's only natural that I, Barbatos, would want some compensation, right?

I'll accept compensation for emotional distress. Even if this case goes all the way to the Heavenly Principles, I'll still be in the right.

Yashiori Island, the main camp of the Shogunate Army.

Kujou Sara watched Bai Ye and the others who were about to leave. Although her expression did not change, there was a very unnatural look in her eyes.

"The military situation here is urgent, and I still need to deal with it on Yashiori Island. You should go back first, and I will arrange for someone to send you back."

She spoke to the Bai Ye.

Although she wanted to continue her duty as a guard, she knew that with the disappearance of the evil spirits on Yashiori Island, the struggle between the two sides for territory would be another fierce battle.

In particular, many of the areas affected by the power of the evil spirits are high-altitude islands. If military facilities are built there, it will give them an absolute advantage in war.

Occupying Watatsumi Island would allow them to easily exploit the weaknesses of the Shogunate Army, preventing them from establishing a foothold on the Watatsumi Island. Similarly, if the Shogunate Army the advantageous terrain, they could concentrate their forces to encircle and annihilate the army on Watatsumi Island in one fell swoop.

"Yes. You must be very careful."

Neither Sangonomiya Kokomi nor Kujou Sara can persuade Bai Ye Chiyu.

"Of course I will."

Kujou Sara nodded.

Seeing how serious she was, Bai Ye felt that it was actually a good choice for her not to go back earlier.

After I go back, I'll have to fight Kujou Takamasa to the death.

At that point, neither helping himself nor helping Kujou Sara Kujou Takamasa would be a good choice.

Let her stay here until the affair is over.

Bai Ye believed that once he returned to Inazuma City, the situation would be resolved quickly.

He had complete confidence in Venti's abilities.

With this thought in mind, Bai Ye and the others boarded the ship.

Once aboard the ship, Shenhe pondered for a moment and Bai Ye asked Bai Ye:

"Bai Ye, were you really impressed by Kujou Sara's masterful planning just now?"

"Like it? How could I?"

Upon hearing Shenhe's words, Bai Ye quickly waved his hand.

Where is this?

Bai Ye was just thinking about Kujou Takamasa Takayuki's feelings, so he glanced at Kujou Sara a few more times.

Just as he was about to prove his innocence, Shenhe tilted his head and said to Bai Ye Yeyu, "Actually, I feel that I look pretty good in military uniform too."

"If you were to become the general..."

Bai Ye found it hard to imagine Shenhe He's strategic and tactical mindset.

She was more like a fierce general charging into battle; her power was truly unparalleled.

It looks very intimidating.

"Being a general sounds pretty good..."

Hu Tao also became interested at this point.

"If we go and promote the business of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor then..."

Upon hearing Hu Tao's words, Bai Ye immediately clasped his hands together and said to Hu Tao:

"Please, let the Millelith maintain its dignity."

Please, I absolutely mustn't see you leading a massive army to sell coffins!

"I know, I know, I was just kidding."

Hu Tao waved his hand and said, "..."

At that moment, she also looked at the long sword at Bai Ye's waist.

"This sword looks really beautiful!"

This is how she described Yu.

"This sword..."

The Doctor looked at the picture of the longsword at Bai Ye's waist that the Scaramouche had sent him, and pondered with his chin in hand.

"What? Do you have a clue?"

The Scaramouche asked curiously.

What kind of background does the person who gave Bai Ye this sword have?

"I don't understand it either."

The Doctor spoke frankly.

"You can't understand it either? Could these be creations of the Seven Archons?"

The Scaramouche pressed for answers.

"I don't know either..." The Doctor shook his head very frankly.

"But I can always get the information out of him whenever I meet him. I'm actually looking forward to meeting him more and more."

You can't force it. If you're not confident enough, you'll be tricked into revealing your true feelings, and no one can find fault with that situation.

The Doctor felt that he could use Bai Ye's secrets to get closer to the Doctor.

To acquire more knowledge and skills is what Dottore most wants to do.

Some of his films are benevolent, and some are malevolent, but for him, good and evil have never been meaningful.

Knowledge was the only thing he wanted to pursue.

He was willing to pay a price for this.

At this moment, he was communicating with the Scaramouche through his kindest friend, Kotobukiya.

He stared at the sword the Scaramouche had handed him, his eyes growing increasingly fascinated.

Dottore felt that all the research he had done over the years paled in comparison to this sword.

At that time, there were also images transmitted by Scaramouche.

Bai Ye's ability to absorb the Archon Residue was something Bai Ye had no idea how he could achieve.

Thinking of this, Dottore, at this moment, said to the other geishas like himself:

"The secrets hidden within this person are likely beyond even Morax's complete understanding."

Thinking of this, Dottore of this film started communicating with other Dottore of this film.

"Gentlemen, I need to do something for you."

This seemingly kind-hearted slice spoke up:

"In order to convince Bai Ye of my innocence, I'm afraid I'll have to pin all the blame on you evil bastards. Then, with the irrefutable evidence, you'll probably have to make sacrifices. All of this is so that I can have more communication with Bai Ye."

His words silenced the other slices.

But in an instant, those evil slices all burst into laughter.

"Alright, I will gladly face my death when the time comes."

"We are willing to die, hoping you can learn more."

"I am afraid of dying, but I am even more afraid of being confused."

"You really are a complete bastard."

"Yes, he used our lives as bargaining chips for his research."

"If the reward is sufficient, it doesn't matter if it's used as leverage."

In his words, Dottore made it clear that he was prepared to sacrifice enough pieces of himself to convince Bai Ye of his intentions.

Those who were sacrificed, however, did so willingly.

If it were them, they would not give up such an opportunity either.

Bai Ye returned to Inazuma City.

He immediately requested to see Raiden Shogun, but was stopped by the Otsukemono, who told Bai Ye that the Tenshukaku was not receiving outsiders at the moment.

On the Tenshukaku, Raiden Shogun watched Bai Ye leave and said to the shadow in the Sanctum of Euthymia, "Your fluctuating emotions are of no help to Eternity."

"I will adjust accordingly."

Ying spoke slowly.

He missed Bai Ye terribly.

She's still procrastinating; she's not ready yet.

I must personally guide Bai Ye...

Ying is very concerned about her condition.

Even the slightest hint of cowardice would be a great humiliation for her.

After being turned away at the Tenshukaku, Bai Ye decided to just wander around Inazuma City.

The scene in the city was exactly the same as before he arrived.

The same cherry blossoms, the same houses, the same apathetic people.

There was also a drunkard from abroad who was thrown out of the house.

Hu Tao and Shenhe both smiled as they looked at each other.

Anyway, they're not from Mondstadt. What does the Anemo Archon of the Anemo Archon have to do with the people of Mondstadt and Liyue?

The Rex Lapis is of noble character and would never allow the people of Liyue to suffer like this.

Bai Ye walked over to Venti and quickly helped him up.

"What happened? Did they find you over there?"

While supporting Venti, Bai Ye asked him,

"You've given him the power of Gods god, how could he not be consumed by desire and thus act recklessly?"

At this point, Venti chuckled and said, "So he paid me to find dirt on you?"

"Dirty secrets? When I was Bounty Hunter, I cheated quite a few Treasure Hoarders."

"This won't be used to create dirt on me! They're planning to have me fabricate dirt on them."

"You're here to create dirt on me?"

Bai Ye almost laughed again.

Seeing Bai Ye trying to laugh, Venti said to Bai Ye, "He's given me quite a few Mora over there. Bai Ye, maybe I really will be tempted by his prices?"

"..."

Bai Ye remained silent.

You can forget about getting him to pay.

Seeing that Bai Ye didn't respond, Venti shrugged.

He's so stingy, but unfortunately I still have to help him out.

As for asking him to help Kujou Takamasa, that's impossible.

"You can think of what kind of dirt you've been searching for. Let me warn you, if the evidence isn't sufficient, Beelzebul won't let you hurt Kujou Takamasa again."

"I am aware of all of this," Bai Ye nodded.

At the same time,

He was also thinking about solutions.

Finally, after some thought, Venti immediately had an idea.

This way, he can both completely eliminate Kujou Takamasa and also risk his life in front of the Kage.

"Bai Ye, are you looking for a place to learn puppet-making techniques from Ying?"

Venti asked.

Bai Ye nodded.

Seeing Bai Ye nod, Venti laughed, "You can leave this matter to me. By the way, I'll also show you my tricks."

I've already made a bet with Ying, and she's already agreed to teach Bai Ye, so she can't go back on her word. If she did, she'd be incredibly embarrassed.

"I'll handle this. Just wait and see what this show is all about."

After saying that, Venti stood up, dusted herself off, and walked away from the Tenshukaku.

At night, Venti arrived at the Kujo residence with a smile.

"I have already figured out how to create scandals Bai Ye."

He spoke directly to Kujou Takamasa as soon as he saw him.

"Oh? What method are you talking about?"

Upon hearing Venti say this, Kujou Takamasa immediately perked up and asked.

"Well, of course I mean his private life is chaotic."

Venti said to Kujou Takamasa.

"To let a mere teenager exhibit such a chaotic private life?"

Kujou Takamasa looked at Venti with a puzzled expression.

"Well, having a secret rendezvous with someone in the middle of the night. And this person is someone who holds a very important position in Inazuma. Then we'll fabricate some scandalous news, and incidentally say that they conspired to betray Inazuma Yoshiki or something..."

Hearing Venti say that, Kujou Takamasa remained silent and moved away from her.

That's so dirty!

Kujou Takamasa was internally complaining.

After speaking, Venti said to Kujou Takamasa, "What do you think of this plan?"

Kujou Takamasa pondered.

The person who supposedly holds a very important position in Inazuma must be Ayaka, the eldest daughter of the Kamishira family.

After arriving at Inazuma City, Bai Ye didn't have much contact with any other female friends besides Ayaka and his adopted daughter Kujou Sara.

Kujou Sara believed that it was impossible for Kujou Takamasa.

So that leaves only Ayaka.

We spread rumors that they were having a secret rendezvous late at night, which could not only threaten the Bai Ye, but also affect the situation of the Gods' House.

Kujou Takamasa was delighted.

Seeing him laugh, Venti immediately asked him, "Do you think we can settle this debt right now?"

"Okay, here's the money for you now. If everything goes well, I'll give you a thank-you gift."

"Uh-huh."

Outwardly, Venti nodded obediently, while also expressing his expectations in a simple and honest manner.

However, Venti couldn't help but complain to herself that Kujou Takamasa hadn't given her enough. Anyway, the entire Kujou Clan would be seized after tomorrow, so what would be left?

At this moment, Venti already considered these Kujou Takamasa as dead.

That money will be really hard to get back later.