"Hmph. Ningguang is just a bit of a softie, that's all. But getting into the Black Blade unit isn't that easy."
The Black Blade unit, Liyue's strongest fighting force, currently only took orders from three people: Su Han, Ningguang, and Keqing.
Even Ganyu could not command them.
Anyone who entered had to have a clear background and, at the same time, be loyal to Liyue and sign a Geo Contract.
If they violated it, not only would they themselves suffer, but their families would also be affected.
The terms were extremely strict.
But even so, the number of Millelith soldiers wanting to join the Black Blade unit was endless.
Thanks to Baiwen's skilled hands, Su Han, who hadn't rested well for two days, quickly fell asleep.
Baiwen looked at his handsome face and quietly lowered her head, planting a kiss on him.
It was just a light touch, but it made her heart flutter like a frightened deer.
When she left, she didn't even notice Shenhe standing by the door.
At this time, in the nation of Inazuma, countless people had formed a long queue in front of a certain shop.
Such a lively scene was a first, outside of festivals and celebrations.
The reason for this was that the Yae Publishing House was releasing a brand-new novel today.
According to the grapevine, this novel not only fit their national situation but also had many interesting ideas and combat techniques. Of course, it was a novel, after all, so the plot was still very important.
"Everyone, please line up and don't rush! There's a copy for everyone, and it's only fifteen Mora!"
"Please, everyone, don't rush!"
Although the workers were maintaining order, it was difficult to contain the people's enthusiasm.
Soon, the Yae Publishing House officially began its sales.
One after another, the novels were bought by the people.
A man dressed as a samurai, holding the newly acquired novel, smiled. "I finally got the book that the Yae Publishing House has been heavily promoting. I wonder what it's called."
He opened it and saw the title: King of the Seas.
As for why it wasn't called One Piece, it was because Yae Miko felt that name was too ill-omened and would reinforce the negative image of pirates and Treasure Hoarders. So, she had modified some of the content, but the main story remained unchanged.
The book was thick, and the plot developed very quickly. A child with the power of the Gum-Gum Fruit set out to sea on an adventure, from recruiting a swordsman to gathering companions and officially setting sail.
The slogan of freedom.
The will of the King of the Adventurers.
The existence of the Great Treasure.
Of course, to compress the length, some of the comedic parts had been removed.
Even so, it still left the readers completely shocked.
Did such things that could grant elemental power just by eating a fruit really exist in the world? But that kind of thing wasn't all-powerful, because if you fell into the sea, you'd be completely finished. Eating a Devil Fruit would turn you into a landlubber.
"It seems this is just a gimmick novel. But this man named Whitebeard is truly a hero."
"As expected, the protagonist never dies."
The samurai continued to flip through the pages. It was only when he reached the part about Haki that he couldn't help but frown.
Rayleigh's teachings made him understand a great deal of martial arts knowledge. Although the explanation was very clear, how was one supposed to cultivate Haki?
The samurai didn't know. Soon, the story arrived at the Wano Country arc. When he saw the plot inside, his eyes widened.
Good heavens. Isn't this the Inazuma of today? The Sakoku Decree, and those people who have lost their freedom. Everything is an allusion to the current state of Inazuma.
Can something like this really be published?
The samurai was deeply shaken. Of course, he wasn't the only one. Anyone who had read the story was influenced by the will of freedom. For the sake of freedom, so what if you die? Although everyone hated Blackbeard, his line, "A man's dream will never die!" resonated deeply.
On this morning, a fierce debate was sparked in Inazuma City because of a single book. The content of the book was completely contrary to the orders issued by the Shogun.
One side was for national lockdown, the other was for freedom. It would be strange if there wasn't a debate.
Inside the Kamisato Estate, Kamisato Ayaka looked at the story in her hands, her expression one of utter shock.
"A man's dream will never die…"
"That's so well said!"
The young woman's face was full of pleasant surprise. As expected of Lady Yae Guuji, to think she could bring back such a wonderful story from a trip out to sea. She heard that the source of the story was that National Treasure who was currently all the rage in Liyue.
"If… if Inazuma can stabilize, I'd like to go out to sea and see it for myself," Ayaka said, looking at the scenery outside her window, the desire to go out incredibly strong.
Inside the headquarters of the Tenryou Commission, the head of the Kujou Clan finished reading the novel and flew into a rage. "This is complete heresy, going against the will of the Shogun! Who published this book?!"
He looked up at his dignified adopted daughter.
Kujou Sara said calmly, "The Yae Publishing House."
"Uhh… so it was published by Lady Yae Guuji. This… how could this be?"
Hearing that this heretical book came from the Yae Publishing House, the Kujou clan head immediately felt a headache coming on. In all of Inazuma, this mysterious Guuji was the most difficult to deal with. But the publication of this book would surely disrupt his plans.
Subsequently, he ordered Kujou Sara, "Take this book and go see the Shogun. Ask for her opinion."
It was very difficult for him to get an audience with the Shogun, but as the general, Kujou Sara had frequent opportunities.
Faced with her adoptive father's command, Kujou Sara did not refuse. Instead, she took the book and stood up, walking towards the Shogun's residence.
Half an hour later, she arrived at the entrance.
"Your Excellency, I have a matter to report!"
"Come in."
The Raiden Shogun's voice was as cold as ever, without any fluctuation of emotion. Although it was just a faint sentence, it contained the might of the Electro Archon.
Arriving in the room, Kujou Sara saw the Raiden Shogun sitting cross-legged in meditation, wisps of lightning flashing in the air. At this moment, she was incomparably quiet, her beauty rare in this world. But when the Shogun opened her eyes, the might of an Archon washed over her.
Kujou Sara quickly knelt and said in a low voice, "Today, the Yae Publishing House has released a rather inappropriate book. I ask that you review it."
"Hm? Let me see."
The Raiden Shogun's reading speed was very fast, and at the same time, her expression grew colder and colder. She never thought that the fox would be so dissatisfied with her ideas as to even write a book about it.
"Your Excellency, how should I handle this?"
"List it as a banned book. It is not allowed to be sold."
"Yes, Your Excellency."
Having received her orders, Kujou Sara quickly took her men to issue a warning.
At the Grand Narukami Shrine, when Yae Miko heard the news, she was so angry she threw her wine cup.
"That damn shut-in! Do you have any idea how much effort I wasted to try and get you to open your heart?"
She had traveled overseas and worked so hard to obtain such a wonderful novel, and now it was banned from being published. How despicable.
A nearby servant asked, "Lady Guuji, then we…"
"If we can't sell it openly, can't we just do it secretly?" Yae Miko shot her a glare.
The latter instantly understood. They had done this kind of thing many times before. This time, it would probably be sold in secret as well.
Watching the servant depart, Yae Miko opened the Multiverse Mission Group and couldn't help but start complaining.
In the Multiverse Mission Group chat.
Yae Miko:@Su Han, this is so infuriating! That woman banned my book! One Piece is such a wonderful story! When she finally comes to her senses, see if I don't play a trick on her!
Hu Tao:What? Sister Yae, aren't you the Raiden Shogun's familiar? Who would dare to ban your book?
Ningguang:Uhh… I think I can guess. Little Hu Tao, it's better not to ask about such things.
The only person in Inazuma who could make Yae Miko suffer a setback was the Raiden Shogun.
Su Han:Sigh, I told you not to be in such a hurry. If you published One Piece right from the start, you were bound to be banned. And it's not a good idea to talk about Ei in the group. You should be more careful.
Yae Miko:I'm just so angry! Fine, let's not talk about these unhappy things. Su Han, the mission should be refreshing today, right? If there's a suitable one in a bit, can I take it?
Su Han:Mm, okay. It should refresh in about five minutes.
Go on a mission? More like go and vent your anger.
But he wouldn't point that out. It was a mission world, anyway. It would be good for the sly fox to let off some steam. He just didn't know who the unlucky victim would be.
Time passed, second by second, and soon it reached eleven o'clock. The eleventh mission refreshed.
[Ding! Mission cooldown has ended. A new Multiverse Mission is now being issued!]
[Mission]: Defeat the noble prince of the Western Demon Kingdom, Sesshomaru.
[Difficulty]: ★★★★☆ (4-Star)
[Time Limit]: Ten minutes to accept.
[Hint]: Dissatisfied that his father left him a sword that cannot kill, he is filled with resentment. After a long investigation, Sesshomaru has arrived at his father's grave. Please defeat him before InuYasha does. If InuYasha defeats him, the mission will be considered a failure!
[Note]: If the countdown ends before the mission is accepted, it will be considered automatically forfeited.
The very first mission after the upgrade was a four-star mission.
This was something Su Han had truly not expected.
Ningguang:I can't believe the first mission after the group leveled up is a four-star. Su Han, are there any precautions we should take?
Yae Miko:He knows about the missions?
Hu Tao:You're just finding this out now? Su Han knows about all the missions. He's omniscient.
Mona:It's a combat mission again. I want to participate this time.
Su Han:First of all, the mission is actually quite simple. I didn't expect the first four-star mission to be this easy. It feels like a freebie.
However, compared to a three-star mission, this one was still somewhat difficult. After all, Sesshomaru's power was not weak, especially since he could transform into his true demon form.
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