The Weapon Master Shall Never Die Bare-Handed in Genshin Impact [228]

When Lumine dragged a yawning Jia Changjiang up to Yujing Terrace, the scene was already bustling with activity. At the front of the terrace, Commander Fengyan, who had previously expressed the Millelith’s gratitude to the Adepti, was reading an official proclamation to the gathered citizens of Liyue.

Nearby, other Millelith soldiers were busy posting notices on bulletin boards and walls, ensuring the announcement reached every corner of the harbor.

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"Official proclamation from the Qixing!" Fengyan began, his voice resonating across the crowd as he read from a scroll.

“Take heed: Though dragons may soar and qilin may tread the earth, their lives, long as mountains endure, must ultimately return to dust. Rex Lapis, whose divine life was as steady as the sun and moon, has departed this world by fate’s decree.

“Rumors abound, whispering of an assassination—these are unfounded. The truth lies in the divine tribulation of thunder that claimed him, as it was destined.

“Hence, we declare to all Liyue’s citizens: mourn with decorum, for grief without measure will serve no purpose. Furthermore, do not lend credence to idle gossip or baseless speculation.”

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With the announcement complete, Fengyan folded the proclamation and joined the Millelith in securing the perimeter for the ceremony.

“Ugh… I didn’t understand half of that!” Paimon huffed, her face scrunched in confusion. “Traveler, Mr. Jax, did you get what he said? It sounded so complicated!”

“More or less,” Lumine replied, nodding. “Basically, they’re saying Rex Lapis wasn’t assassinated.”

“Yeah,” Jia Changjiang added between yawns. “They’re telling everyone he got struck by lightning and died. Not exactly believable, huh?”

Paimon floated in a small circle, her tiny brow furrowed. “So the Qixing came up with this excuse? Did they and the Adepti really stop investigating the so-called ‘assassin’ so quickly? It feels so… rushed.”

“Well, how do you find a killer when there isn’t one in the first place?” Jia Changjiang replied nonchalantly. “You already know the truth, don’t you?”

“Yeah, but…” Paimon trailed off, her expression conflicted. “Zhongli said the Qixing and the Adepti didn’t know that Rex Lapis was still alive. How did they end up agreeing to this version of events?”

“Probably because Zhongli told them after fulfilling his contract,” Lumine reasoned. “He must’ve also explained the Fatui’s involvement. Otherwise, there’s no way the Fatui would still be walking around unharmed after what happened.”

“True… I saw Childe hanging around Wanmin Restaurant yesterday,” Lumine added.

“Good point!” Paimon perked up. “Anyway, the Rite of Parting’s already started! Let’s hurry before we miss it!”

“Alright!” Lumine and Paimon rushed toward the terrace, leaving Jia Changjiang to amble behind them at a leisurely pace, hands clasped behind his back.

As the trio entered the terrace, they saw Ningguang standing at the forefront, addressing the crowd with solemn words about Rex Lapis.

Jia Changjiang’s gaze wandered to the sea of attendees. Amid the throng, familiar figures caught his eye—Madam Ping and Xiao among them.

Xiao, clad in simple clothing to blend in with the crowd, stood quietly, watching the proceedings with his usual stoic demeanor.

While Lumine moved closer to hear Ningguang’s speech, Jia Changjiang sidled up to Xiao, giving the Adeptus a hearty pat on the shoulder.

“Didn’t expect to see you here,” he said with a grin.

Xiao glanced at him briefly, his expression impassive. “Not just me. The other Adepti are here as well, mingling among the crowd.”

“Really?” Jia Changjiang looked around with interest. “They can take human form? Where are they? I’d love to see what they look like.”

“It’s better if I don’t tell you,” Xiao said with a huff. “You’ll just cause trouble. Stay here and wait for the ceremony to end.”

“C’mon, it’s not like I’d do anything crazy,” Jia Changjiang teased. “But if the Adepti are here, does that mean you all know the truth now? Zhongli must’ve told you, right?”

“Not exactly,” Xiao replied, shaking his head. “The Adepti have other ways of uncovering the truth.”

“So why are you all attending the ceremony?” Jia Changjiang asked, leaning casually against the railing. “You already know it’s fake, don’t you?”

Xiao shrugged off Jia Changjiang’s hand. “We’re here at Zhongli’s request, to witness the end of an era.”

“Ah, I see,” Jia Changjiang said, following Xiao’s gaze toward Ningguang. “And what do you think? Does the new era spark a little curiosity in you? It’s an age for both Adepti and mortals, after all.”

“I have no intention of adapting to this era,” Xiao replied flatly.

“Again with the whole ‘not adapting’ thing…” Jia Changjiang sighed dramatically. “Your ‘lord’ Zhongli is adjusting just fine, isn’t he?”

Xiao’s expression tightened slightly, and he gave Jia Changjiang a firm push. “Go focus on your own matters.” With that, he vanished into the crowd.

Jia Changjiang glanced back with a smirk. “Guess I’ll find him again later.”

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At the center of Yujing Terrace, Ningguang continued her speech.

“… As I said before, Rex Lapis’s soul has returned to the heavens. This marks not only the end of his contract but the conclusion of an era.”

She paused, her gaze steady as it swept over the crowd. “The people of Liyue once lived in happiness, forgetting the merciless passage of time. But in the wake of this dream, we have learned to part ways.

“Now, as we establish a new contract, I hope all of you will offer your blessings to the coming age.”

With her speech concluded, Ningguang stepped aside. Ganyu approached Keqing, who was next in line to speak.

“Yuheng, do you have anything to add?” Ganyu asked softly.

Keqing glanced toward the crowd, her eyes landing on Lumine and Jia Changjiang. She made her decision.

“Traveler, and you as well, Jia Changjiang,” Keqing called out. “Please, come forward.”

The crowd murmured as a path opened for the two.

“Really? I was hoping to keep a low profile,” Jia Changjiang muttered, shaking his head as he stepped forward.

Lumine, however, stood proudly with her hands on her hips, exuding confidence.

Keqing smiled faintly. “Thank you both for everything you’ve done for Liyue.”

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