Genshin Impact: Starting Guide - End of the World Qi Bao

Qiqi hugged Juexi's arm and said happily.

"Thank you, Qiqi likes this title! Qiqi also likes Little Sparrow! Qiqi likes Brother Juexi even more~"

Kiana was delighted to see this and a fond, aunt-like smile appeared on her face. But then she thought, "It would be even better if I could share this with my sister, my aunt, and Mei..."

Juexi looked up and met Kiana's gaze. Neither of them spoke... Juexi seemed to have noticed something, then stood up and cupped Kiana's face in her hands, kneading it for a while—saying as she did so.

"Qi Maomao~ So cute~"

"You idiot captain, you're talking nonsense again... I'll hit you."

……

After wandering around for half a day, Juexi and the others returned to the ship. Not long after they arrived, the "lady" returned, accompanied by an unfamiliar face. This person's mask only covered half of his face, and he was an old man.

The old man looked at Juexi and said.

"Come with me. Let me introduce myself. I am 'The Clown' Piero, the leader of the Fools' Enforcers. Our Queen is waiting for you..."

"So we're going to see your Winter Queen now?"

"It's yours too, Mu Juexi. The Empress has agreed to your request to join the Fools and even wants you to become an Executor. This is both a favor and an order from the Empress. However, apart from 'Young Master,' the other Executors all have some prejudice against you... Of course, not including me."

Jue Xi looked disdainful, thinking to herself, "A favor? Forget it. Everyone knows that most of these executives, apart from the 'scattered soldiers,' are this empress's cooks. Especially this 'clown,' who is undoubtedly a fanatical cook. I'm too lazy to argue with such a person."

However, Juexi still wore a smiling expression.

"It's only natural for my colleagues to be unconvinced when I first arrive. Please, Mr. 'Clown,' lead the way. Rosalyn, please take good care of Qiqi for me."

The lady turned her head away without speaking. The clown naturally noticed the lady's attitude towards Jue Xi and understood something. Being able to convince the young master meant his strength was sufficient, but convincing this lady required more than just power. This kid is not bad.

"The Clown" looked at Juexi and said.

"I must say, it seems you have some of your own methods and strengths now. Mu Juexi, let's not delay, let's go."

On the way to see the Queen, Juexi asked about the 'clown'.

"You don't have any prejudice against me?"

The clown didn't even look at them, talking to himself as he walked away.

"I trust the Queen's judgment. The Queen's decision to let you join her shows that she has discovered your exceptional qualities."

After leaving the port, Juexi and Kiana, led by the "clown," witnessed a lot of "Winter's Technology." Although Juexi didn't think it was very impressive, Kiana was greatly shocked and whispered to Juexi.

“Captain, according to Bronya, Winterfall has a different style from other countries. Mondstadt still has the Knights of the Order, but Winterfall is full of robots.”

"What's all the fuss about? Qi Bao, do you think any of these are as powerful as the Hyperion?"

"No, but the two can't be compared."

The clown was only concerned with leading the way; he didn't care what the Hyperion was.

……

"We've arrived. Please come in, gentlemen. The Queen is waiting for you."

Chapter 83 Duck

Jue Xi and Kiana walked inside and looked at the cold and beautiful... Empress sitting on the throne?

Kiana was filled with doubt. She thought to herself, this 'Empress,' while not Bronya, could easily be considered Bronya's older sister. Wasn't this just Bronya grown up?

Kiana unconsciously began to scrutinize the "Empress," while Juexi was greatly shocked. She had previously seen a video by a certain sister, which clarified that the rumor about Da Yaya making a cameo appearance as the Queen of the Winter Kingdom next door was false. But how could this "Empress" look so much like Da Yaya?

The Empress looked at the two strange people who showed no respect for her whatsoever, but instead seemed to be filled with doubt? Curiosity? The Empress couldn't help but speak first.

"Greetings, gentlemen who have traveled from afar. It seems you two have some concerns about my appearance?"

Jue Xi quickly replied.

"No, no, I'm sorry, dear 'Empress'. It was the first time I saw you, and I was so amazed by your beauty that I lost my composure."

"The Empress" replied.

"No need for such flattery, Mu Juexi. Aren't you afraid your female companion will get angry if you say that? Your relationship must be more than just ordinary."

As the "Empress" said this, Kiana was pinching the soft flesh on Juexi's waist... Upon hearing this, Kiana released her hand and smiled.

"The Empress is really well-informed, but I have nothing to do with her."

Juexi knew that her precious Qibao was definitely unhappy and was about to speak when the 'Empress' spoke first.

"Really? To me, the two of you seem more like a loving couple. Miss Kiana is just like a woman who is being coquettish and waiting for her man to coax her."

"Huh?! Is it that obvious?"

Kiana immediately turned red-hot; how can this "Empress" be so accurate in judging people?

"Oh? It seems I was right."

This aloof and beautiful 'Empress' actually smiled.

Jue Xi said.

"Please, Your Majesty, stop teasing my Qi Bao. As expected of the Empress Zhi Dong, you are the embodiment of gentleness and love. You are indeed very observant and understand people very well."

"Mu Juexi is joking. I am no longer the god who can love..."

"Is he a god that people will never love again, and a god that will never love people again?"

The Empress smiled slightly.

"A fair assessment."

"Perhaps not. In my opinion, this is all part of Your Majesty's plan. After all, I don't think a god who always cherishes love would suddenly change his personality. Perhaps there is some unspeakable reason behind this?"

The word "Empress" was used in a rather bland way.

"Alright, your power doesn't come from Teyvat, does it? It's been a long time since I've spoken to someone so relaxed. Tell me, Mu Juexi, what do you want to join the Fatui?"

"It's nothing, I just want Rosalyn to stay away from the mission to obtain the Heart of God in Inazuma."

"Alright, but Mu Juexi, do you think there are any suitable officers who can be sent to Inazuma to carry out this mission?"

"Her Majesty must already have a suitable candidate in mind."

……

"Captain, what were you saying to her? I don't understand a word you said. And what happened to you just now? Don't even think about touching me again until you explain yourself!"

Jue Xi immediately hugged Kiana and acted coquettishly.

"Qibao~ My ultimate, invincible, super cute Qibao~ You are the most beautiful, a hundred times better than that empress."

After Jue Xi finished speaking, he tried to kiss Kiana, but Kiana pushed him away.

"You idiot captain, do you treat me like a child?"

"Does Qibao want a kiss?"

"Hmph, no way."

Kiana said no, but glanced at Juexi sideways, then hugged him and quickly kissed him before immediately letting go.

"Let's go back quickly, I want to hug Qiqi."

"Good~"

"You two stay here."

Just as Juexi and Kiana were about to leave, they were stopped by the "clown".

"The Empress has just appointed... you two as the executors of the Fools, and also the twelfth seat, both codenamed 'Traveler'. The mission to go to Inazuma and seize the Heart of God is entrusted to you."

"Me? A Herrscher?" Kiana pointed to herself and asked in confusion.

Juexi tugged at her own Qibao, reminding her.

"You're a 'Traveler,' not a Herrscher. Can we just leave now, 'Clown'?"

“Wait, gentlemen. Apart from ‘Lady,’ the other Fool’s Enforcers have been waiting in the palace for quite some time. You two should meet with the other Fool’s Enforcers.”

……

Juexi and Kiana could only attend this so-called "welcome party" for now.

When it came to the most prestigious "clown" in the hall, he talked at length, summarizing that we had new colleagues.

Then a short, bespectacled old man walked over.

"Oh? Let me see, these are our new colleagues, the two 'travelers'?"

Jue Xi immediately recognized the 'rooster' wearing glasses in front of her.

"So you're the 'Rooster,' Mayor?"

"There's no need to add 'Mayor' to the title. If 'Traveler' encounters any difficulties in the future, feel free to ask me for help."

The rooster spoke politely, but Juexi knew he meant, "You can come to me, but whether I help you or not is another matter."

The "rich man" standing nearby chimed in.

"Oh? It seems our 'Traveler' colleagues are quite popular."

Jue Xi said calmly.

"Hey, calling me 'rich' is giving me too much credit. After all, I'm not into fighting, I don't like playing dirty tricks, and I don't have many friends. I just said that I, Mu Juexi, and Kiana beside me will be heading to Inazuma in two days to retrieve Thor's 'Heart of God' for the 'Winter Queen.' I wonder if any executors have doubts about my strength? I can accompany them and give it a try. If not, don't cause me any trouble."

After speaking, he summoned his "Sword of Domination" and surveyed his surroundings. Everyone could feel the sword brimming with powerful energy. Under Jue Xi's intimidation, no one dared to be the first to act, after all, his strength was unknown, and losing would be incredibly shameful.

"Dear colleagues, I am not feeling well and must take my leave now."

The executives weren't fools, and they wouldn't show their dissatisfaction or resentment on the surface. The "Doctor" left the hall citing health reasons, and the other executives also left one after another. Juexi led Kiana out of the hall, and as soon as they stepped out, they saw the "Lady" leading Qiqi there.

"Rosalyn, why did you bring Qiqi here?"

"I heard that you two have become Executors of the Fools, so I came here specifically to see what's going on. I really want to see the interesting expressions on the faces of the other Executors."

Jue Xi looked at Rosalin and asked.

“Madam, is everything alright? The three of us will head back to Liyue.”

Chapter 84 Daines Reeb

"Lady" thought for a moment and then said.

"If Her Majesty the Queen gives our 'Traveler' a mission, then he can naturally go wherever he wants and do whatever he wants. If someone asks, just say it's part of the plan. However, if he wants to leave Winterfall without a mission, he needs to report his purpose to the 'Clown,' although in most cases he will agree."