Evening, in the mountains of Liyue.
A figure sped through the forest, fierce winds rising wherever he passed.
Soon, he spotted a group of people surrounded by a large horde of Hilichurls.
The mortals gripped their weapons, their faces tense as they confronted the Hilichurls.
Boom!!!
A thunderous crash rang out, and thick smoke billowed everywhere.
Everyone was shaken by the unexpected sight.
Within the smoke, a shadow slowly rose to his feet.
The Hilichurls and the mortals alike took defensive stances against the being within the smoke.
No one knew whether he was friend or foe.
As the smoke cleared, a green-haired young man with delicate features appeared before them, a spear in his hand.
At that moment, the mortals let out deep sighs of relief, smiles spreading across their faces.
The Hilichurls remained fully alert, making sounds in their distinctive language as though discussing something.
Every Hilichurl turned its attention toward Xiao alone, as though they could sense his strength.
But no matter how vigilant they were, it was doomed to be futile.
Xiao became a raging wind, sweeping through all the surrounding Hilichurls in an instant.
Within moments, dozens of Hilichurls lay dead, not one left alive.
The sight left everyone speechless, their eyes wide with shock.
"S-so powerful!"
"My goodness... is this Adeptus Xiao's strength...? He's incredible!"
"I'd heard that there was an Adeptus in Liyue whose name you could call when disaster struck. I never imagined I'd witness such a miracle today!"
"Yes, he's so dependable! The people of Liyue are so fortunate!"
"Adeptus Xiao, we're merchants from Inazuma. Thank you so much for saving our lives."
The rescued mortals all bowed to Xiao in reverence.
Xiao gave a faint smile. "It's nothing. Night will fall soon. Please leave the forest as quickly as possible,