The Embers of King's Teyvat Journey

“Let’s go to Dawn Winery,” Diluc said, picking up the conversation. Dawn Winery had become much less popular due to the Dragon Plague, and there were far fewer people there now; it was more of a place for business.

"Keep it up!" Yu Jin encouraged the group, who were full of energy.

"You haven't told us your plan yet?" Wendy leaned closer, curious about what Ember might have to restore Dvalin to normal.

"Hehe, it's a secret." Yu Jin chuckled, keeping everyone in suspense.

"Alright, I have to go now. Tsk tsk tsk, a bit busy." Yu Jin muttered, then walked out the door first.

Yu Jin stepped outside, looked at the dazzling starry sky, and shook his head. It seemed he would have to stay up all night.

But it made no difference; he never slept at night—except for last time.

Although Mondstadt is not as bustling as Liyue, there are still shops at night. Emerging from the general store after a long absence, Ember carried several pens and a stack of envelopes.

Back in his house in Mondstadt, Ember sat at the table. He picked up a pen, spread out a piece of paper, and wrote a few lines on it.

It's really ugly, but he can practice. He can still write, but he's had very few opportunities to do so.

After practicing for a long time, Yu Jin picked up the paper on the table covered in scribbles and looked at it. Hmm, it's okay, the writing is legible now.

So he crumpled the paper into a ball and threw it away, then pulled out a brand new sheet of paper.

"To Olivia..."

Then Yu Jin's hand stopped. After writing those four words, he didn't know what to write next.

He and the Fire Keeper seemed to have a lot to say, yet they also seemed unable to say anything at all. In his memory, the Fire Keeper was as silent as the black bricks of the Firelink Shrine.

Quietly, yet forever standing there.

But things are different now; she actually started walking on her own initiative. That's truly something to celebrate!

"Forget it, I'll just write down whatever comes to mind!" After pondering for a while with his head in his hands, Yu Jin had no ideas, so he simply gave up thinking about it.

As Yu Jin picked up his pen, he wrote down whatever came to mind, just as he had said.

After a long and bumpy process, Ember finally finished writing the letter to the Fire Keeper.

He read it silently. Hmm, the handwriting is clear, and the meaning is complete. It's truly a rare and excellent letter!

He put the letter into an envelope and sealed it. Yu Jin looked up at the sky. The starlight outside was already vying with the bright moon, and the sky below was like an inky curtain—it was already late at night.

Yu Jin looked at the thick stack of letters beside him, paused for a moment, then clutched his head and shouted:

"Damn it! I'm never writing letters again!"

Chapter 127 Daily Life Before Leaving

2023-08-28

"Phew! Finally finished writing!"

Bright sunlight streamed onto the desk, and Yu Jin stretched. After a day and a night of hard work, he had finally finished writing everyone's letters.

Leaning back in his chair, Yu Jin rubbed his head. He felt dizzy, a feeling far worse than after a battle.

But then he glanced down at the thick stack of letters on the table. Heh heh, the satisfaction of this night's work was far greater than that of a major battle.

"Hmm—" Yu Jin stretched his limbs, which he felt nothing at all, and then stood up from the chair.

He picked up the envelope from the table, and Black Knife appeared beside him at just the right moment.

"Take these letters back with you when you go back." Ember handed the letters to Black Knife, then added with a sigh, "Actually, there's not much to say, but I just wanted to keep you from worrying, so I'm just rambling on."

After saying that, Yu Jin shook his head. It felt good to have someone care about you.

“Understood, we will deliver the King’s decree.” Black Knife took the letter and then prepared to disappear again.

However, Ember stopped him this time, saying somewhat helplessly, "Don't be so dedicated. You're leaving soon, how about giving yourself a break?"

"My lord, we don't need to rest." Black Knife shook his head as expected. A holiday? Such a thing had never happened to Black Knife before.

They're already giving it their all just to prove their worth, so what time do they have left for themselves?

"Tsk." Yu Jin clicked his tongue, then stroked his chin and said, "If that's the case, how about we put it another way?"

"You have left enough marks on this world, but it seems that this world has not left anything on you."

"So, let's go out and buy things! This world doesn't like outsiders. Since it won't give you gifts, let's buy them ourselves."

"When two worlds interact, they always leave something behind for each other."

"How is it?" Yu Jin looked up at the black knife. Then he saw a smile bloom on the beautiful face beneath the veil.

"Since the king has said so, then we shall respectfully comply."

……

"Wow! Beautiful!" The courtyard of the Ember House was now extremely crowded.

The eleven Black Blades removed their unchanging scale armor and put on long skirts that were much larger than their usual clothes.

The rare people are much larger than ordinary humans, and their skin is also whiter, possibly because they live deep underground for many years.

Having changed into a long dress, Hei Dao shed her previous dark and dangerous aura. They clutched the dresses somewhat awkwardly, appearing rather like friendly older sisters next door.

Changing clothes was also at Ember's request; the Black Blades didn't need to hide or fight today, so they didn't need to wear those uncomfortable scale armors.

If you go out to play wearing a full suit of armor, you won't be able to enjoy yourself comfortably.

However, it's clear that the Black Knives don't think that way.

"Your Majesty, these clothes are too cumbersome. Let me change back." The third one was undoubtedly the most uncomfortable.

She walked somewhat awkwardly to Yu Jin, lifted her skirt, and bent down to make her request.

"But they look beautiful. You all look like women in these outfits." Yu Jin looked at the Black Blade members in their long dresses and nodded in satisfaction.

The black-clad women, adorned in long skirts, appeared even more vibrant, finally displaying the beauty and grace befitting women.

The Black Knives were both amused and exasperated by Ember's words. Who praises a girl like that? Only Ember would offer such a unique compliment.

"Come on, come on, let's go out!" Seeing that the Black Blades were no longer making excuses, Ember pushed open the courtyard gate and pulled the Black Blades onto the street.

Since Dvalin was defeated a while ago, the dragon scourge that ravaged Mondstadt has finally calmed down for a while.

So Mondstadt's streets have become prosperous again. Although it can't compare to before, there are still many new and interesting things to see.

"Look! This illustration collection is pretty good, isn't it? Anyone want it?"

"This, this recipe is also good. You can try it when you get back."

"And this! I think this dress is nice. You can take it and have a tailor make it bigger when you get back."

……

On the commercial street, Ember, as if no one else was around, led the Black Blades through shop after shop, picking up all sorts of strange items and showing them to them.

Unfortunately, most of the time I get the embers, and I just take the black knife directly.

Such an odd combination naturally attracted a lot of attention. Putting aside the size of the Black Knives, the mere sight of eleven women gathered together on the street would be enough to draw attention.

Not to mention that the Black Knives were all beauties. Their tall, slender figures, coupled with their gorgeous silk dresses, made them incredibly eye-catching.

Ember presented a garment with Mondstadt-style patterns to Black Knife. The latter skillfully folded it and placed it into a pre-prepared paper bag.

This scene made it seem as if Ember was buying something, and Black Knife was just serving him.

In fact, it was pretty much the same. Yu Jin led them into the store, and Yu Jin also gave them the things they bought.

From beginning to end, after leaving the courtyard, the Black Blades followed behind Ember without saying a word to anyone else.

Seeing this, Yu Jin helplessly covered his forehead and said, "Fine, I won't keep you company. Go buy whatever you like. I'll wait for you at the table outside the Deer Hunter Restaurant."

After saying that, Ember threw a few bags filled with Mora to the Black Knives and ran out of the store like lightning.

Mondstadt's shopping street is right next to Mondstadt Square; the two are very close. In fact, Mondstadt Square is, in a sense, part of the shopping street as well.

After all, there are quite a few shops in Mondstadt.

Finding an empty seat, Yu Jin glanced around. Good, no one approached. If Black Knife still intended to follow him, then his plan to take them shopping would have been a complete failure.

Fortunately, the Black Knives had their own ideas and didn't follow. They believe they can find something they like in this city.

Yu Jin sighed for a moment, then ordered some food—because he felt it wasn't good to just sit there.

Chewing on tasteless food and watching the passersby, Yu Jin felt quite content. He wished there were more moments like this.

Then a huge witch's hat appeared before his eyes—Lisa was sitting opposite Ember.

"Huh? Lisa, what brings you here? Has the Dragon Disaster been resolved?" Ember was quite surprised to see Lisa sitting opposite him.

As the librarian and mage of the Knights, Lisa should have been very busy during the Dragon Plague. How could she have the leisure to wander around aimlessly?

"Hehe, overwork can make a lady's skin wrinkle." Lisa stretched, revealing her beautiful curves.

Unfortunately, Ember couldn't tell at all. What a joke, Black Knife is "bigger" than Lisa in every way, and there are eleven of them.

Even so, Yu Jin's heart remained completely unmoved; compared to them, Lisa's situation was merely minor.

Seeing that the embers hadn't changed at all, Lisa felt like she was putting on a show for a blind person.

"Firefly is still more fun," Lisa remarked. Then, as if remembering something, a mischievous smile appeared on her lips.

"You little fool, you're quite something. I just saw a group of beautiful girls following you. I didn't realize you were so good at charming girls."

"Haha, not bad, my good friend," Yu Jin waved his hand and laughed. Their group was indeed quite special, so it wasn't surprising that Lisa knew about it.

"Friends?" Lisa pondered the question, but quickly realized, "Didn't you say your friends weren't coming?"

"Um... would you believe me if I said they're shy and don't want to see people?" Yu Jin scratched his head, realizing he'd been caught out.

But he didn't care too much. Anyway, Black Knife was about to leave, and it was always good to let them relax before they left.

“Of course I believe you.” Lisa touched her flaxen hair and chuckled. Then she took out a flowerpot and placed it on the table.

"However, as compensation for deceiving the lady, you have to answer my questions."

Above the flowerpot, a wilted golden tree was emitting a faint golden light.

Chapter 128 The Petite Golden Tree

2023-08-28