Genshin Impact's Incense Burner Of Liyue [569]

“Doctor, why are you suddenly in Liyue?”

Traveling all this way just to see me for the sake of friendship?

Yeah, right. Gu Sanqiu wasn’t buying it for a second. That was the kind of nonsense a playboy would say—like calling every girl he flirts with his “wings.” The core message was the same: pure deception.

His expression turned strange. “This thing… it’s not headed to Inazuma, is it?”

The Fatui’s lineup in Inazuma was already quite extravagant—a certain fiery-tempered Harbinger who picked fights with gods, plus an actual walking thunder cannon who could obliterate anything in his path. A classic case of an overpowered outsider teaming up with a local powerhouse.

But from a strategic perspective, they were missing a real tactician.

Knowing La Signora’s personality, even if getting thrashed by him had made her a little more cautious, she was still the kind of person who would charge forward recklessly. Keeping things from spiraling out of control? Not likely.

If Dottore was heading to Inazuma… was he planning to speed up the chaos?

“Then again, something about him feels… off. A clone?”

Considering Dottore’s identity as a mad scientist, Gu Sanqiu felt like he had his answer.

In cultivation terms, it’d be called an avatar or a split soul. But in scientific terms… a clone, maybe?

Knowing Dottore, breaking himself into pieces and experimenting on his own body didn’t seem far-fetched at all.

“Damn it. This is dangerous.”

His face darkened. If Dottore hadn’t put on that mask and said those words, he wouldn’t have even recognized him.

Hopefully, there’s some kind of limitation on this ability—like energy consumption or part degradation. Otherwise, this guy is just unkillable.

Dottore was like a damn cockroach—he could pop up anywhere, and normal methods wouldn’t work against him.

Either way, he needed to head back immediately.

Gu Sanqiu raised a jagged Geo pillar, sealing off the entire research facility. The rest of the cleanup could be left to the Qixing. He had more important things to deal with.

If these Sigils Of Permission really were spares, then it made sense why the facility’s defenses were so weak. It was likely bait, specifically left behind by Dottore to lure him in.

And then… there was the cultivation sect.

My immediate combat-ready forces—it's time for you to move.

Gu Sanqiu retrieved an ancient-looking command token, affixed several intricately patterned talismans to it, then infused it with elemental power. Two beams of light shot forth—one toward Minlin, the other toward Liyue Harbor.

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In Liyue Harbor, a group of elderly cultivators from Canglong Mountain were gathered in a residence provided by the Qixing, engaged in a serious discussion.

If danger arose… should they just storm out and take control of the situation?

To them, sacrifice wasn’t a concern. They were all former warriors who had suffered serious injuries in their youth, unable to advance any further.

Canglong Mountain wasn’t a naturally formed paradise—it was a place created by the collective power of the cultivation sects, specifically designed as a retirement sanctuary for their elders.

They had fought enough battles in their youth. They weren’t afraid of one more.

Buzz—

The sect master pulled out his transmission token, then his expression changed drastically.

“Red… red light?!”

The other elders reacted immediately. “Are you sure you saw it right?”

“I wish I was mistaken.”

The sect master abruptly stood up. “But it’s real. Prepare for battle, everyone!”

Bang! Bang!

At the same time, there was a knock at the door. A young man in a Yuehai Pavilion uniform rushed in.

“Elders! There’s an anomaly in Guyun Stone Forest! A large number of sea beasts are swarming toward Liyue Harbor!”

“We know.”

The old warriors tensed their muscles, their aged but battle-hardened bodies coming alive.

“Go inform the others. We’ll head there first.”

Boom!

With a series of thunderous sounds, the ground beneath the mansion cracked as the elders launched themselves forward, propelled by sheer force.

Sea beasts never approached densely populated areas—they weren’t stupid.

For so many to appear all at once… something had to be wrong.

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Mist swirled, celestial light flickered, and from the sky, a divine stag and a celestial crane gazed toward the turbulent sea.

“Could it be a problem with the seal? …No, impossible.”

Cloud Retainer summoned a storm, lightning crackling across the heavens. But her tone remained incredulous.

“This many sea beasts… what about the ones near Guyun Stone Forest?”

Moon Carver watched the distant scene in silence. “Let’s observe for now. This isn’t the time for us to act. The Millelith can handle them.”

“Hmph. I won’t be moving.”

Cloud Retainer scoffed, turning her head away. “Didn’t they want a nation governed by humans? Let’s see if they can handle this crisis without the help of the adepti.”

“Do not underestimate them, Cloud Retainer.”

Mountain Shaper’s gaze settled on the ships sailing toward the sea beasts—not away.

“Liyue… has never been weak.”

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“Loose the arrows!”

Standing at the bow of her ship, Beidou swung her [Blackcliff Slasher] downward in a decisive motion.

The Crux Fleet’s ballistae roared, their projectiles piercing through the waves, impaling the frontline sea beasts and reducing them to floating carcasses.

As both a Liyue underworld boss and a naval admiral, Beidou knew exactly how to deal with sea monsters and pirates alike.

So when Ningguang sent her people over, Beidou wasted no time—she sounded the horn, gathered her crew, and set sail to intercept!

“Bring out every last weapon from the hidden cache!”

She bellowed, her voice carrying over the sea breeze.

“Form up! We are Liyue’s first line of defense! Send these bastards back to where they came from!”

“If they dare cause trouble in Liyue, we’ll show them the might of the Alcor!“

“Yes, Captain!”

The Crux Fleet spread into formation. Behind them, the Millelith’s ships arrived, merging into a solid defensive blockade as they opened fire on the relentless tide of sea beasts.

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“Heh. It seems the situation is shifting.”

From atop the Jade Chamber, Ningguang folded her arms as she gazed at the battle in Guyun Stone Forest.

“For this many sea beasts to appear… human interference is almost a certainty.”

Behind her, Keqing and Ganyu stood ready, weapons in hand, their expressions tense as they watched the ships engage.

“Ningguang, why hasn’t the Jade Chamber joined the fight yet?”

Keqing asked sharply.

“With Beidou and the Millelith leading the charge, if we launched aerial strikes, those creatures wouldn’t stand a chance.”

“No rush, no rush.”

Ningguang gestured toward the sea.

“The fleet is holding its ground—despite the sheer number of monsters, the ships remain stable, unshaken by the tides. That in itself is abnormal.”

“This many sea beasts should be disrupting the ocean’s currents. Yet the waves remain calm. That means… these are just the vanguard. The real threat is still behind them.”

“If we move too early, we risk breaking our formation, giving the enemy an opening. That would put us at a disadvantage.”

Ningguang smirked.

“I have faith in Captain Beidou. With her in command, these creatures are nothing more than cannon fodder.”

BOOM!

Suddenly, massive water spouts erupted from the ocean.

Larger, more formidable sea beasts emerged—eyes gleaming with murderous intent as they set their sights on the fleet.

The sea… began to churn violently.

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