Farewell to Each Other, Preparing to Leave

"Aru has turned into a thunderbird? When will we be able to ride on a thunderbird and fly together in the air? Wow, that's so cool."

Sitting on the boat, Hu Tao looked at the Thunderbird on Bai Ye's shoulder with great excitement.

She couldn't wait for Bai Ye to take her on a ride on the Thunderbird and enjoy a wonderful time in the sky.

Before, I had flown through the air using Bai Ye's mechanical bird, but being suspended in mid-air wasn't a very comfortable experience. Now, being able to fly on a Thunderbird will be a completely different experience.

"When we have time, let's fly together in the sky."

Bai Ye naturally agreed.

For him, the primary purpose of Thunderbirds was to allow Hu Tao Shenhe to fly freely in the air. He himself could generate wings using Anemo Element, so he didn't need them as much.

"In that case, the matter on Tsurumi Island is considered settled." Shenhe turned his head to take one last look at Tsurumi Island, which had returned to normal.

"Yes, we've almost finished what we did on Tsurumi Island. Next, we've also finished what we did on Inazuma, so it's time to prepare to return to Liyue. Oh, right, we also need to prepare the mechanical dolls for the souls of those samurai, but that won't take too long."

Bai Ye nodded firmly.

The purpose of creating puppet-like machines for the samurai wasn't to make them completely human-like, but rather to allow them to fully unleash their fighting potential. This was far simpler than giving them identical human bodies again. After all, the human body is a highly precise and complex component, countless times more intricate than even the most complex mechanisms.

Hearing from Bai Ye that he could go back soon, Shenhe showed a look of anticipation and longing.

No, I've been in Inazuma for so long, and I still haven't found a chance. Looks like I need to go home and ask my teacher for advice.

"Yes." Hu Tao nodded seriously. "I've been out for so long, I wonder how things are at the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor? I'm all alone outside, Zhongli all alone watching over the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor. I'm really worried about him."

Meanwhile, in Liyue Harbor.

"Ladies and gentlemen, to celebrate the grand opening of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor Guili branch, we're offering a special opening promotion: buy one get one free, and the whole family gets a discount..."

The bard Venti is handing out flyers throughout Liyue Harbor.

The Zhongli that Hu Tao was thinking of did not exist.

He was with Venti.

Bai Ye and his group returned to Narukami Island.

In the Inazuma City, Shadow spoke to Bai Ye.

"You'll be staying at the Tenshukaku for the next few days. You can get any materials you need directly from there. I'll also use these last few days to give you some special training. Although I don't have a formal title, I'm still your teacher, and I can't let you disgrace my name."

Hagintos chuckled softly upon hearing the last two words.

Makoto looked at his younger sister helplessly.

"Uh-huh."

Bai Ye nodded.

After a few more days of intensive training, it's time for me to leave.

Anyway, Inazuma and Liyue aren't far apart, and Inazuma's Sakoku Decree has been lifted. It would be easy for Inazuma's people to travel to Liyue to find him.

Just as I was about to return to the Tenshukaku, I saw two groups of people around the corner.

One group consisted of samurai led by Kujou Sara; the other group surprised Bai Ye.

It turned out to be Sangonomiya Kokomi, Ro, and the others from Watatsumi Island.

Both teams showed surprise upon seeing Raiden Ei and Bai Ye.

"Are you starting negotiations now?"

Curious, Bai Ye asked Kujou Sara and Sangonomiya Kokomi.

"Yes, under the Shogun's orders, we immediately began negotiations. And we have reached a preliminary peace agreement."

Kujou Sara answered Bai Ye,

They avoided eye contact as soon as their eyes met.

In her mind, she still heard the ancestor of the Kujou Clan tell her that he wanted to find someone to continue the legacy of the Kujou Clan's heir.

Bai Ye Kujou Sara say this, Kujo felt a little strange. Weren't there people opposing them on both sides of the Shogunate Army and Watatsumi Island? Even if Ayato was secretly investigating to prevent them from causing trouble, wouldn't it be easy to hinder them?

He thought it would be a long time before he heard news of a complete peace Watatsumi Island and the Shogunate Army.

At this moment Kujou Sara took out the text of the peace agreement and handed it to Raiden Ei: "The Shogun, this is the peace agreement signed between our two sides."

Raiden Ei took the text, Bai Ye leaned over to look at it.

Looking at the text, Bai Ye frowned. Then, she looked at Sangonomiya Kokomi with a questioning gaze.

He now understood why the contract had been signed so easily. Beforehand, Bai Ye thought that due to the prolonged war, Kokomi would need the Shogunate to provide supplies or increase trade to help them develop Watatsumi Island. After all, no matter how much Sangonomiya promoted Bai Ye as the reincarnation of the Umi-Giri Orobas, Watatsumi Island would inevitably act according to Inazuma's wishes.

The current treaty only states that Watatsumi Island has the right to trade independently with Liyue, rather than requiring it to act under the Kanjou Commission.

This makes negotiations much easier.

"What, are you surprised?"

Seeing Bai Ye's surprise, Kokomi felt a surge of joy. Previously, Bai Ye had always done things she didn't know about; today, it was finally her turn to do things Bai Ye didn't know about.

"It was quite unexpected."

Bai Ye honestly admitted it.

Kokomi said to Bai Ye, "Since Bai Ye can solve our land problem on Watatsumi Island, if we can't develop on our own, then Watatsumi Island might as well completely integrate into Inazuma."

"Besides the scarcity of supplies, Watatsumi Island also suffers from a surplus of soldiers due to the lack of war. While some of these soldiers are continuing their training as you Bai Ye, many others have nothing to do."

The thoughts of Bai Ye and Sangonomiya.

"However, doing business is inevitably risky. Putting aside business losses, even sea monsters in the ocean are extremely dangerous."

Although the Gods of yesteryear are no longer in the ocean, some sea monsters and other marine creatures still appear from time to time.

"Yes, so we need to be prepared. Luckily, I made some plans on the way here. Would you like to see them, Bai Ye?"

Kokomi said to Bai Ye.

As she spoke, Bai Ye saw that a cart was being towed behind the entourage of Kokomi's group.

I didn't look closely before and thought it was some kind of local specialty.

Now it seems...

"No, no, I'd rather not go see it."

Bai Ye hurriedly waved his hand.

Watching him walk away like that, Kokomi couldn't help but chuckle.

"I may be heading to Liyue for trade with a Bai Ye soon. At that time, I'll need your help, Ye."

"Good."

Although Bai Ye was only halfway through, she turned around and nodded in agreement after hearing what Kokomi said.

Bai Ye stayed at the Tenshukaku for a few more days.

He has become very busy these past few days.

First, Yoruichi was making mechanical dolls. With Kage's full support, the difficulty wasn't high, but the sheer number of dolls made the workload quite heavy. At night, Bai Ye didn't rest either; Kage dragged him to the Pure Land of Bai Ye Sanctum of Euthymia to practice swordsmanship.

When--

When--

When--

At this moment, within the Sanctum of Euthymia, Shadow unleashed three consecutive sword strikes, all of which were blocked by the Sanctum of Euthymia in Bai Ye's hand.

"Hmm, with the help of the power from Orobas, you were able to withstand three of my slashes in time. You've already achieved a small level of mastery in swordsmanship, Bai Ye." Seeing Bai Ye nodded in approval.

"Phew, at least the hard training I've done during this time hasn't been wasted."

"Bai Ye let out a long breath and said."

Although Ying didn't use her full power, the ferocity of her strikes was in no way diminished. He had almost exhausted all his energy just to withstand those three blows.

Sitting on the ground, Bai Ye felt like she could barely stand up. She stretched out her hand and said to Ying, "Sister Ying, could you help me up?"

Ying slowly walked up to Bai Ye and took his hand.

The soft, delicate palms of the woman felt smoother than even the finest silk.

Such thoughts involuntarily arose in Ying's mind.

Some wanted to caress her a little longer, but as soon as that thought came to mind, Ying couldn't help but think that she was half a master who taught Bai Ye martial arts.

You absolutely must not overthink it.

The allure of the Bai Ye only ever increased her favorability, never interfering with her judgment. So, although Kage couldn't help but overthink things, she was able to control herself.

Before she could think any further, Bai Ye's words interrupted her.

"Um, I'm a little curious about how strong I am right now?"

After helping Bai Ye to his feet, Ying released him. Then, after some thought, she gave a definitive answer regarding Bai Ye's current strength.

"If you unleash all your Gods powers, along with your elemental abilities, you can basically defeat Yae."

I understand now; my current strength is at the Familia level.

That's what I was thinking Bai Ye thought to himself.

At this moment, the Dreamy Musou was stirred, and the figure of the Yae Miko appeared inside.

Upon seeing Bai Ye and Kage, she instinctively used her sleeve as a handkerchief and pretended to cry.

"Waaaaah, using me as a comparison to combat strength like this makes me so sad."

"Divine Child, please don't do this," Bai Ye said to the Yae Miko.

"Waaaaah, it's still Bai Ye who cares about me the most."

"What I mean is, your crying is so fake. I suggest you rub some Jueyun Chili on yourself before you start faking tears next time."

Bai Ye complained to him.

Yae Miko put away her fake crying mode.

What are you doing here?

Ying frowned and asked.

As a member of the family, Yae Miko is indeed capable of coming to the Sanctum of Euthymia if she doesn't obstruct her. However, since it is always unfortunate, she won't come.

"I didn't come to see you, I came to see Bai Ye." Bazhong stared at Bai Ye eyes wide open, the burning desire in his fox eyes was unmistakable.

"All the samurai have entered the mechanism. They are planning to meet you now. Also, Senior Lady Guuji and Senior Miyoshi Chiyo are preparing to deliver something to you."

"Okay, I understand."

Bai Ye was leaving, she would definitely have to say goodbye to them. Now that the mood was almost over, it was time to spend some time together.

However, before the New Year, we watched a movie at Bai Ye.

"Can you fight with me?"

He was worried that Yae Miko would launch another surprise attack like before.

I can surpass the eighth level when I go all out. In other words, I'm not as strong as her normally, and if I get 'ambushed,' I'll be at a huge disadvantage.

"Um."

Seeing the disappointment on Bazhi's face, Ying nodded in agreement.

"Let's go, let's go..."

"Yae Miko said casually."

The corners of Bai Ye's mouth involuntarily turned up.

"Hmph, you're still a long way from taking advantage of my students."

"Hagintos shouted triumphantly."

The three left Sanctum of Euthymia and then arrived at Grand Narukami Shrine.

At this moment, inside Grand Narukami Shrine, a group of tall mechanical dolls are adapting to their bodies.

In terms of appearance, the Bai Ye were still somewhat humanoid, maintaining their appearance as closely as possible to their former selves. However, their height was increased, making each one over two and a half meters tall, and their strength was also enhanced.

Only then can they be considered a standard war machine.

Upon seeing Bai Ye approach, they all bowed their heads and clasped their hands in gratitude.

"Brother Bai Ye, thank you for everything you've done for us. Don't worry, we'll definitely be at the forefront of the fight against 'Darkness' in the future."

"Um."

Bai Ye nodded.

Although there was no flow of water, Bai Ye knew what these samurai were thinking.

They were souls who should have died long ago, but they survived, proving they are still useful. Since the 'darkness,' or the Abyss, hasn't been cleared, they must continue fighting.

The samurai immediately stood up when they saw Raiden Ei next to Bai Ye.

They all gave Raiden Ei a military salute.

"The eternal way is magnificent, and the resounding spirit is eternal."

These are the words they say every time they see the general, but each time they say them, they feel power.

"Mm." Ying nodded gently.

Then she said to the warriors, "If you survive the battle against the Abyss, I will create a new body for you so that you can return to a normal life."

The samurai are now preoccupied with defeating the Abyss. Bai Ye had originally planned to preserve some organs that could be used for tasting, but the samurai refused.

Material desires are superfluous to them.

"Yes."

The samurai were reluctant to accept such a waste, but the thought of the Shogun's reward filled them with immense honor.

For Bai Ye, for the General, for the entire Inazuma, and even for the entire Teyvat, their resolve to fight to the death was even stronger.

In the future fight against the Abyss, they will inevitably be at the forefront.

Let the old guys from 500 years ago help reduce the losses of the young people of Teyvat!

Just then, the sound of fighting came from behind. Kage and Bai Ye watched the fighting.

In mid-air, Miyoshi Chiyo and Lady Guuji were engaged in a fierce sword duel, exchanging blows back and forth.

On the ground, Hu Tao, Shenhe, Kamisato Ayaka, Kamisato Ayato, and others stood below watching.