Was This Whole Family So Reckless?

"Ugh... what a mess this is!"

With a soft creak, Xingsu stepped onto the land of Liyue Harbor.

The salty sea breeze, carrying the hustle and bustle of the dock, rushed towards him. Xingsu raised his hand to rub his throbbing temples, took a few deep breaths, and forced himself to calm down.

Just now on the passenger ship, he forced himself to read through a thick stack of mission reports from the Liyue region.

Tartaglia's supposedly "outstanding" action in Liyue is as self-destructive as the author performing an American-style bullying routine in front of Chlothar while calling her a dwarf.

The god of Liyue had just passed away, and he summoned the power of the Outer Gods to invade Liyue, all for the sake of seizing a Gnosis.

Moreover, without gathering any intelligence whatsoever, they charged straight into the most heavily guarded Golden House in Liyue, brazenly storming its door.

I figured that place Gnosis, so I decided to just rob it.

Those who know him can see that his target is the Gnosis; those who don't might think that Snezhnaya is about to declare war on Liyue.

Liyue ultimately didn't classify this incident as an invasion launched by Snezhnaya, which can be considered a sign of leniency.

How did someone like that become Harbinger?

The differences between the Harbinger were greater than the height difference between Chlothar and Phainon.

"Can you hear me, Xingsu? Have you arrived at Liyue Harbor?" Arlecchino's voice came through the communicator.

Xingsu stood at the bustling dock, watching the endless stream of merchants, and pressed her fingertips to the communicator by her ear, replying, "We've arrived. The situation is a bit... tricky. Well, more than just tricky. Luckily, I'm on a regular passenger ship, not Fatui ship, otherwise I probably wouldn't have been able to set foot in Liyue at all."

"Tartaglia is currently still within Liyue and should be waiting at the Northland Bank, which is the Fatui's last remaining stronghold. You can go to the Northland Bank to find Tartaglia and finalize the next course of action."

"Alright, looks like I'll have to go and communicate with Tartaglia again." Xingsu sighed softly, feeling a headache just thinking about that Harbinger's unpredictable style of doing things.

"Oh, right, there's one more person you should keep an eye on; there might be an opportunity to win him over."

"Who?"

"That blond Traveler."

"Okay, I'll keep an eye out. Remember to eat well at home. I'm going to find Tartaglia now."

"Yes, take care of yourself too."

Communication was cut off. Xingsu lowered his hands and muttered to himself, "Sigh... Traveler..."

Back during the Mondstadt Dragon Plague, the House of the Hearth had already gathered information about her. And in this major upheaval in Liyue, she played an even more crucial role.

Coming from outer space, possessing formidable strength, and with a warm heart—these are the labels Xingsu has given her.

Unfortunately, after two major events, her favorability towards the Fatui is probably now about the same as Chlothar's. Gaining her help will be quite difficult.

"Let's take it one step at a time, let's go find Tartaglia first... hmm?"

Xingsu was about to walk towards the Northland Bank when he suddenly felt his sleeve being gently tugged twice.

He stopped and turned around, and saw a little boy looking up at him with bright, sparkling eyes.

"Um... big brother, you just mentioned Tartaglia, do you know him?"

Xingsu immediately squatted down, looked the child in the eye, and asked gently, "What's wrong, little brother? Do you need to see Tartaglia?"

"Tartaglia is my brother! I came here to find him! Big brother, do you know where he is?" Teucer's voice was full of expectation.

"Yes, I know. I can take you to him."

"Yay! Thank you, big brother!" Teucer's eyes lit up.

"You're welcome. I also need to talk to your brother about something. What's your name?"

"My name is Teucer, and what's yours, big brother?"

My name is Xingsu.

Teucer happily shook his little hand that was grabbing Xingsu's sleeve. "Then Xingsu, my brother Tartaglia, isn't he amazing!"

Xingsu forced a slightly stiff smile, gritted her teeth, and slowly said, "He's really impressive... Your brother does a lot of things in Liyue, he's quite famous."

"I knew my brother was the best!" Teucer was completely oblivious, his heart filled with admiration for his brother.

"Speaking of Teucer," Xingsu quickly changed the subject, "How did you end up in Liyue? Where are the adults who came with you?"

"I came here by boat all by myself."

"...?" Xingsu was slightly taken aback, staring blankly at Teucer.

"Big brother, don't you believe me?" Teucer looked up and explained earnestly, his bright eyes blinking as if he were talking about a perfectly normal little thing. "I saw a ship heading to Liyue at the port, and then I remembered that my brother works in Liyue, so I secretly boarded the ship and came here. But when I got to Liyue Harbor, I realized that I didn't know where to find him... Luckily, I met you."

Xingsu sized up Teucer before her; he looked to be only seven or eight years old. Alone, having crossed the sea by boat to reach Liyue Harbor?

It's confirmed, this is definitely Tartaglia's younger brother, just as fierce as his Tartaglia.

Xingsu stood up, reached out and gently ruffled Teucer's hair, sighing silently to herself.

"Come on, Teucer, I'll take you to the Northland Bank to see your brother. Stay close to me on the way and don't wander off."

"Okay! Thank you, Brother Xingsu!" Teucer nodded vigorously and skipped forward.

"Brother! Brother!" Teucer ran happily towards Tartaglia when he saw him.

"That voice... Teucer?! Teucer, it really is you!"

Haha, is this a surprise you prepared for me? I thought I wouldn't see you Snezhnaya.

How are your older sister Tonia and Anton doing lately? Are they doing well?

"They all miss you so much. Sister Tonia prays every evening before dinner, praying for your brother's safety..."

"Wait! No, Teucer, how did you get to Liyue? I didn't receive any news about it?"

"I saw a ship and felt I could find my brother on it, so I boarded it. Then I met this older brother at the port, and he brought me here to find you."

"That's too dangerous, Teucer. I'm really happy to see you, but promise me, you won't do anything so risky again."

"Hmm... Teucer knows, don't be angry with me, brother."

"Brother isn't angry, brother is just worried about you. If you hadn't met such a kind person, you would have been in danger. Teucer, have you properly thanked them?"

"Hmm! Teucer is very polite."

"Oh, so you finally noticed me, Tartaglia- nii-san?"

"Hahaha... Sorry, sorry. Communicating with family is always my top priority. Thank you for taking care of Teucer. By the way... have I seen you before?"

"This is our first time meeting. My name is Xingsu."

"Oh! Xingsu, I heard Arlecchino mention you when I was in Snezhnaya. You actually managed to win over that dangerous woman... You must be really amazing! Could you spar with me for a bit later?"

"..."

Seriously, is this whole family this reckless?!