Genshin Impact: I, the Winter Prince, reign supreme.

The resentment he had harbored towards Prince Zhidong could no longer be vented.

Finally, she explained the purpose of her trip under the pretext of saying goodbye, and then the two talked about literature and art. Su Yu's extensive knowledge left a deep impression on her.

However, she was ultimately rejected by the other party once.

Meeting again now, while not exactly awkward, wouldn't be pleasant either.

However, one thing is certain: three years later, Prince Winter is at the height of his power, and his fame and prestige are rapidly gathering in the seven kingdoms. He is an idol of the younger generation in many countries.

It's worth noting that despite the Fools' poor reputation, Prince Winter still managed to win the favor and affection of people from other countries; his personal charm captivated countless people.

“Your brother Kong has awakened from his long sleep, and he has been wanting to find you. I tricked him into coming here so that you could see each other one more time. Don’t you really intend to talk to him?”

"elder brother……"

Ying gazed at the traveler flying towards her in the distance on her Wind Wings, her eyes misting over, and then shook her head vigorously.

“If I meet my brother now, he will only ask me to leave Teyvat with him and embark on the journey home. But Your Highness, you know that we carry the wishes of countless dead souls and bear a great mission.”

“Every day I hear the cries of the people of my homeland of Kanria, and every night I wake up in hatred and anger. How can I dare to leave before my mission is accomplished?”

“Alas, my brother’s journey has only just begun, and I absolutely cannot be soft-hearted. I will wait for him at the end of the journey. By then, I believe he will understand my predicament today. If my brother cannot understand the meaning of this journey, then he will never be able to see me again.”

Ying bit her lip and said with great determination.

Then, she looked at Su Yu.

"But I still want to thank you for bringing my brother to see me today. As a token of my gratitude, there are some inappropriate things I still need to remind you of in person. Prince Winter, the path that the Ice Queen has to walk is much more difficult than the path we have to walk. If you follow her, your future will be fraught with danger."

“I hold the power of the abyss and the secrets of the heavens, yet many things are beyond my control. The Abyss Order is currently facing immense difficulties. Prince Winter, I need your immense power, your unparalleled talent, and above all, your extraordinary wisdom.”

"Join our Abyss Order! Let's join forces and plot a great rebellion against the laws of nature!"

Ying formally extended an invitation to Su Yu.

If the Abyss Order can obtain the assistance of Prince Winter, its chances of success will increase to an unprecedented level.

"In all of Teyvat, the only one who dares to steal the Queen's man is you, the Princess of the Abyss..."

After giving a brief response, Su Yu gazed at the boundless sea in the distance.

"Sky Isles or the Abyss, I don't care who wins or loses in the end. Miss Luminous, what I seek is the lasting peace and tranquility of Teyvat. In other words, my greatest wish is for the people to live in peace and prosperity. And you are precisely the most unstable factor. I often think about whether I should deal with the Abyss after dealing with the laws of nature."

Ying scoffed, "Hmph, arrogant. The power of the Abyss surpasses the power of the seven elements. Don't be so self-important."

A special power surged within Ying, an energy distinct from elemental power.

At this moment, Ying gave Su Yu a faint sense of oppression.

He had only ever felt this way with those who upheld the principles of justice.

Clearly, compared to their first meeting two years ago, Ying's strength is now comparable to the Seven Gods, which explains why she dares to poach Ying's talent with such confidence.

Chapter 47 The Abyss Will Also Gaze Back

"It's not arrogance. Using any power comes with a price, and even power not from gods cannot escape this iron law. The so-called power of the abyss you speak of probably comes at a price that exceeds your capacity to bear, otherwise you wouldn't have pulled me into your group today."

The power of the abyss is indeed tempting to anyone who desires to become stronger.

The ancient kingdom of Kanria, without the help of the gods, surpassed the seven kingdoms of Teyvat in overall national strength, relying on this very power.

It can be said that at its peak, even the seven gods combined might not be able to defeat Canria; only the laws of nature could pose a threat to it.

However, Su Yu had already determined the most suitable path for his advancement. Mastering the power of the seven elements was just part of his plan.

Ying looked at him with obvious disappointment and said coldly, "Very well, it sounds like you've rejected my offer. Then let's prove our own paths and see who's right and who's wrong in the end. I hope you won't be crying and begging me when that time comes!"

“It is impolite not to reciprocate. Miss Ying, you have given me a reminder, so I will give you one too. If you fight with dragons for too long, you will become a dragon yourself. If you gaze long enough into an abyss, the abyss will gaze back into you.”

Ying's expression froze.

Su Yu's reminder was absolutely beneficial to her.

The story of dragon slayers becoming dragons themselves is a common occurrence on the continent of Teyvat for thousands of years.

But she didn't like the way Su Yu was talking to her now.

She missed the man who sat in the Prince's mansion two years ago, engrossed in reading. Just chatting with him would bring her joy.

"My affairs are none of your business. Prince Zhidong, I'll ask you one more time, do you really intend to fight against the Abyss?"

"I don't need to lift a finger; the people who are dealing with the Abyss are already on their way. I'm really looking forward to seeing whether it will be a heart-wrenching journey to find family or a fierce battle between siblings."

Su Yu said meaningfully.

"You mean my brother? Prince Winter, it seems you've discovered some secrets between us siblings... But none of that matters. An uneasy atmosphere is stirring across Teyvat, the power of the abyss is boiling, and a catastrophe may be imminent."

The Ice Queen sensed that divine retribution was about to befall her.

Ying then said that the power of the abyss was boiling.

It seems that something truly momentous is about to happen on the continent of Teyvat.

The peace and tranquility we enjoy today are merely the calm before the storm.

"So our chances of meeting are becoming fewer and fewer. Take care, Prince of Winter. I hope you don't fall before me. If you do, I will certainly look down on you. You'd better live to the end to witness that the path I've chosen is the right one."

"Each each other."

"Humph."

Ying snorted coldly and, with the support of the Abyss Order members, disappeared into the distant dense forest.

Su Yu waited alone for a while longer, and when the time was almost up, he found the traveler again.

"Your Highness, have you discovered anything?"

"I'm sorry, we couldn't find those abyss mages. The trail has gone cold."

"It's nothing, it's nothing, sigh."

The traveler looked around.

"Although I haven't found my sister, I believe His Highness's words. My sister may have really been here; the aura floating in the air contains the scent of stars that she was born with."

Paimon drifted around, scratching his head as he asked, "Where's the scent of stars? It's just the fragrance of sunset fruit, and uh, the sweet fragrance of sweet flowers. The Deer Hunter's restaurant has a dish called Sweet Flower Stuffed Chicken, and the diners around me say it's delicious."

Paimon was engrossed in his wonderful food fantasies.

"Paimon, we just had honey-glazed carrot and pork stir-fry this afternoon!"

The traveler remained silent.

"Okay, okay. I'm just making plans for tomorrow."

"But I have very little Mora left, and I can hardly afford to support you anymore."

Paimon came up with an idea: "What should we do then? How about we go to Miss Catherine again tomorrow and take some adventurers' guild missions?"

"We can't afford to feed you, you eat too much. His Highness the Prince is very wealthy. Why don't you go with him? You'll have endless delicious food every day, and you won't have to live an adventurous life with me, eating in the open and sleeping in the wind."

Without a second thought, Paimon asked, "Huh? As long as I follow His Highness the Prince, I can eat delicious honey-glazed carrot and pork stir-fry every day, right?"

Su Yu smiled and said, "Of course."

The traveler seized the opportunity to say, "See? His Highness the Prince has agreed."

"Great, great...wait, something's not right? It sounds like you're trying to get rid of me, Traveler. Waaah...I never want to leave you again."

Thinking about how Su Yu had captured him during the day, Paimon rubbed his eyes and started to cry.

The traveler stepped forward and hugged her, his eyes also filled with tears.

"Paimon, I'm sorry. I was just kidding."

After comforting Paimon, the traveler asked, "Your Highness, are you leaving Mondstadt tomorrow?"

"Oh? Why do you think that?"

"This afternoon at the Goethe Hotel, I saw your maid packing her luggage, and the others were also busy."

"As you can see, my journey is about to reach the third stop of my visit."

The traveler said respectfully, "Although I do not know Your Highness's purpose, I know that Your Highness is a man of great things. To embark on a new journey in such a hurry, there must be something more urgent than my search for my sister."

"Yes, yes. Mondstadt is such a beautiful place, with all kinds of delicious food and bars. We should enjoy it to the fullest."

Paimon echoed this.

"The wines of Mondstadt certainly intoxicated me, but I wouldn't say I enjoyed them to the fullest. Traveler, do you know what I enjoy most?"

The traveler and Paimon looked on with heads held high.

This powerful Prince Zhidong was completely different from the other high-ranking officials they had met before; he didn't seem to be very interested in enjoying material life.

So, what does he enjoy most?

"Standing atop a high mountain, one can gaze at the blazing sun about to rise over the sea. Standing on the shore of the East China Sea, one can watch a sailboat returning from the stormy seas."

The traveler vaguely grasped the meaning and asked, "Your Highness, are you referring to... hope?"

"Hope is what I enjoy most, and it is also the most luxurious thing in the world."

……

The following morning, in the place where the wind rose.

The statue of the Seven Wind Gods radiates a sacred light.

Lord Jean of the Knights of Favonius stood alone beneath the enormous tree, feeling as if the tree itself was blotting out the sky.

Whenever she faces difficult choices or worries that are hard to shake off, Qin comes here to confess her feelings to the Azure Tree.

"Last night, Lord Barbatos appeared to me in a dream and said that the 'Secret Pact of the Windward' was forged by him by imitating the notes of the Rock King. This matter needs to be made public to the people of Mondstadt. The Lawrence family is not a traitor."

"Their ancestors have paid the price, and their descendants should enjoy the same rights and fair treatment as the rest of Mondstadt. Otherwise, hatred will continue forever."

Chapter 48 The Place Where the Wind Rises

After saying this, Qin lowered her head dejectedly.

She, who always presented herself as strong in front of others, secretly wiped away tears from the corners of her eyes.

“Lady Vanessa, the Prince of Winter told me that Grand Master Falgar has perished. From today onwards, I am the Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius. This promotion should be a joyous occasion, but Grand Master Falgar will never return. Alas.”