"Hmm… I definitely can't send you away."
"But if you don't leave, how am I supposed to fulfill Qiqi's long-cherished wish…?"
Hu Tao looked troubled. "And… you still owe me a joint burial."
Even though she kept muttering, fortunately she didn't continue making things difficult for Qiqi.
At this moment, the others who had been busy inside the Serenitea Pot also stepped out one by one through the portal and arrived in front of Yae Publishing House.
"Wow~ so this is Inazuma!"Yanfei was seeing the beautiful Inazuma City for the first time.
Unlike the bustling Liyue, Inazuma felt like a town nestled within a sea of cherry blossoms.
Without the oppressive thunderstorm climate, Inazuma City's daytime scenery was no less stunning than Liyue.
It wasn't just Yanfei—Amber was also captivated.
Although in dreams she had already traveled to many places with Lin Mo, Inazuma City and Narukami Island were places she had never truly visited.
"Inazuma is so beautiful~"
Amber said happily, "And I get to come to a new place with you again, Teacher—this is great~"
"There are still many places we'll travel to together in the future," Lin Mo said with a smile.
After all, during that "invitation" life, he had only taken her to Mondstadt, Liyue, Dragonspine, and Seirai Island.
But in the real world, he could take her to Fontaine, Snezhnaya, Sumeru, and Natlan.
"Teacher, I've already graduated—I'm a qualified outrider now~"Amber asked happily, "Then why are you still willing to travel the world with me?"
Lin Mo looked at her, smiling without answering.
His feelings for Amber were… special.
Even before he transmigrated to Teyvat, he had already liked her quite a bit.
He still remembered—
Amber was the first girl he met in the world of Genshin Impact.
She was the one who began this incredible journey with him.
She taught him how to glide.
When others treated him like a tool, she was the one who put up missing person posters all over the city to help him find his sister.
Later, he became stronger and stronger.
He became the shining new star of the Knights of Favonius—the hero of Mondstadt.
He participated in the battle of the Jade Chamber, defeating the ancient god Osial alongside everyone.
He became a renowned Traveler in Liyue.
And with his own power, he defeated the Raiden Shogun and abolished the Vision Hunt Decree.
As his journey continued, his companions grew in number—and in strength.
But there was one girl…
Who wanted to go with him to bustling Liyue to see the lantern-lit nights.
To visit the maple wish tree on Ritou.
To walk the sakura-covered paths of Mt. Yougou.
She wanted to protect him when he was in danger.
When he was tired or sad, she would always stay by his side and cheer him up.
Even though in the game, Lin Mo was already a level 60 top-tier player.
Even though Amber's affection level was only Level 1.
Even though her strength had barely reached the fifth ascension.
This cheerful girl…
Still occupied a uniquely special place in his heart.
If he couldn't travel the world with her in the game—
Then he would fulfill that wish in reality.
Thinking this, Lin Mo said earnestly:
"Amber, you can graduate in flying skills—but not in vision."
"When you become the Chief Outrider of the Knights of Favonius, you should tell your subordinates more about the world beyond Mondstadt—about the sights beyond."
"Only then can you truly be called a qualified aerial expert who has flown across the continent."
"Teacher, I understand!"Amber said firmly, "Under your guidance, I'll work hard to fly to every corner of the world!"
Lin Mo nodded with a smile.
At the same time, he looked past her.
Everyone had now come out of the Serenitea Pot—
Xiao and the Liyue Adepti,Eula and Lisa,Ganyu and Keqing.
"Since everyone's here, let's go stroll around the festival at Narukami Island together," Lin Mo said with a smile.
After receiving nods and smiles from everyone, Lin Mo set off with the group.
…
Lisa and Eula walked at the back, not joining the crowd around Lin Mo. Instead, they quietly admired the scenery.
Seeing Eula's relaxed expression, Lisa asked curiously:
"Eula, my dear brother is so popular—aren't you jealous?"
"Of course I am,"Eula said with a smile, shaking her head. "But I wouldn't go so far as to be angry."
"Oh? Why? That doesn't sound like you."
"Well… at this point, there's no need to keep score anymore."
She looked at Lin Mo's figure and continued:
"After all… the grudge between us runs too deep—it's already inseparable."
"The 'grudges' I keep… I plan to repay over a lifetime~"
"Thinking about it that way… feels much better."
Lisa didn't ask further.
She simply looked at Lin Mo's back as well, revealing a relieved smile.
With such a sensible partner by his side, she could rest easy.
Amid laughter and chatter, the sun slowly sank into the horizon.
Soon, under a gentle breeze, everyone arrived at Narukami Island.
With the Vision Hunt Decree and Sakoku Decree abolished, the people of Inazuma were no longer suppressed—the festival was already packed with crowds.
Ayaka walked up to a mask stall, picked up two white fox masks, and smiled:
"Mr. Lin Mo, do you like this style of mask?"
"If it's just the mask, it's average,"Lin Mo said with a smile."But if it's a gift from you, Miss, then it becomes extraordinary."
Saying something so bold in front of everyone—
Ayaka's cheeks instantly flushed red.
"I—I'll buy it for you then!"
"Paimon wants one too!"
"Klee wants one too!!"
"Qiqi… likes it…"
"If I wear a mask from Teacher while sleeping… I might grow taller…" Sayu muttered.
"You guys…"Lin Mo sighed with a smile and turned to the vendor."Boss, I'll take four more masks—"
"Uh… sir, that might not be possible,"the vendor said awkwardly."I have sizes for the three little girls… but that floating one…"
"What do you mean?!"Paimon stomped mid-air angrily."The Traveler's diplomatic envoy Paimon wants one too!"
"Alright, alright—everyone gets one," Lin Mo said.
He raised his hand—
A strand of Geo energy formed, gradually shaping into a small, exquisite white fox mask.
"Wow! You made it yourself!"
"Of course~ Do you like it?"
"I love it!"
Paimon happily hung it on her head and asked Lumine,"Traveler, does it look good?"
"It does…"Lumine nodded, but then looked at Lin Mo—
Her gaze clearly saying: I want one too.
"I also want a mask personally made by Lord Sasayuri~"Chiyo rushed over, hugging his arm.
Rosalyne stepped forward calmly,"Even a Delusion mask cannot compare to one crafted by your hand."
Hu Tao joined in,"Lin Mo, can you make me one to hang on my waist?"
Ganyu clenched her fists nervously,"If I wear a mask made by you while napping… my dreams… would probably be filled with you…"
Looking at all the expectant gazes—
Lin Mo sighed.
"Alright, alright! Everyone gets one!"
"Hehe~ Lin Mo, make one for me too~"
"Okay, okay—one for everyone."
But just as he agreed—
He suddenly froze.
Not just him—
Everyone turned toward the voice.
"Guizhong…"
Xiao was stunned.
The two Adepti were equally shocked.
"Mother… you've finally returned…" Kun Jun said emotionally.
Zhongli's reaction was calmer—
But his gaze remained fixed on that smiling, peerless figure.
"Guizhong!"
"When did you return?!"
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