Genshin Impact: One Hundred Confessions? Just a System Task

Either Yichen is dragged away by Kaeya to "familiarize himself with the environment," or he is invited by Ganyu to "learn about the Liyue culture," or he is like now, being "personally guided in business practices" by Ningguang.

Each time, they were perfectly separated.

It was as if an invisible force, or rather, Yi Chen's constitution that inherently possessed an "event vortex," always pulled this young friend in another direction just as he was about to intervene.

Looking at Ningguang's smile and then at Yichen's innocent expression that seemed to say, "I had a lot of fun today and it seems like I learned something new," Zhongli had no choice but to suppress his urge to go up and get to know him.

He withdrew his gaze and refocused his attention on an ancient artifact in his hand.

Since the time is not right, let's wait and see.

Yi Chen and Ning Guang were strolling along the bustling streets of Chihu Rock. Ning Guang had just handed Yi Chen a steaming plate of freshly bought Mora meat, and he was about to take a bite—

[Ding! Main quest issued: Confess your love to Keqing of Yuheng Star one hundred times!]

[Mission Reward: 10 consecutive draws! Good luck, host! (～￣▽￣)～]

The system's sweet, yet devilish voice exploded in Yi Chen's mind without warning.

"Pfft-cough cough cough!"

Yi Chen almost swallowed the entire Mora meat whole, choking and coughing violently, his body shaking uncontrollably.

Ningguang immediately stopped and looked at him with concern, gently patting his back with her slender hand.

"What's wrong? Did you choke?"

Yi Chen raised his head, his expression rapidly shifting between shock, resistance, despair, and struggle... ultimately transforming into a resolute determination to face death.

He took a deep breath, as if he were heading to his execution.

"I...I suddenly remembered something very, very urgent! I must take care of it immediately! I'm so sorry, I can't continue shopping with you today!"

Ningguang keenly noticed the unusual and strange expression on his face, but she didn't ask any questions, only nodding gracefully.

"It's alright, this is an urgent matter. Go ahead, and remember to be on time for work tomorrow."

"Okay! Thank you, Lady Ningguang!"

Yi Chen felt as if he had been granted a pardon. He stuffed the unfinished Mora meat back to Ning Guang, then turned around and sprinted into a deserted alleyway.

As soon as he rushed into the alley and made sure no one was around, Yi Chen immediately leaned against the wall and roared inwardly.

"What a joke!

System! Are you crazy?!

What the hell is this mission?!

[Huh—? Doesn't the host like it?]

[But the reward is a 10-pull! Lots and lots of chances to get Mora and amazing rewards!]

"Is this a matter of rewards?! This is a survival crisis, for crying out loud?!"

【Well... how about ten times then? We're being incredibly merciful and lowering the bar! Ten times should be alright, right? (╥╯^╰╥)】

"Is there a difference between ten times and a hundred times?! I don't even know Keqing!"

Yi Chen was on the verge of tears.

[That's incorrect, host!]

As the saying goes, practice makes perfect! It's precisely because you're not familiar with Miss Keqing that it's easier to confess! You won't be embarrassed if you fail!

See, now that you're so familiar with Ningguang, it's actually harder to make a move, isn't it?

Or... should I change my next mission to confessing to Ningguang one hundred times?

"No way—!"

Yi Chen imagined the scene and felt it was even more terrifying than being cut by Ke Qing.

"Please spare me!"

He squatted on the ground in despair, clutching his head and wrestling with his inner turmoil.

The temptation of a ten-pull is great, but Keqing's sword is faster... However, will refusing the system's mission result in an even more terrible punishment?

Finally, he stood up abruptly, his face showing a tragic determination to go all out.

"Fine! Ten times it is! Anyway, I have the healing factor. Even if Keqing really cuts me into eighteen pieces... then so be it!"

Yi Chen encouraged himself by talking to himself.

"At worst... at worst I can just piece myself back together, piece by piece!"

[Yay! The host is finally fired up!]

The system responded with cheerful applause.

[Go for it! I believe in you! First step, find Lord Yuheng! (*￣3￣)╭]

Chapter 20 Welcomes the Dead of Mondstadt

After accepting this (outrageous) mission, Yi Chen took a deep breath of the slightly salty and humid air of Liyue Harbor and tried to mentally prepare himself.

"Speaking of which... this is the first time I've done something like this in Liyue. Compared to before in Mondstadt, when I had just failed to confess to Yura for the hundredth time and had to seamlessly take on Jean's challenge that very night... well, in a way, it's... unexpectedly easy?"

After successfully rationalizing his behavior, Yi Chen immediately felt much lighter psychologically and even developed a strange sense of mission.

With a sense of tragic grandeur, like the mournful cry of "The wind howls, the Yi River is cold," and a self-hypnotized ease, Yi Chen strode out of the alley with an almost martyr-like gait, ready to begin his great journey to find the Jade Balance Star—

Just as he stepped out of the alley, he bumped right into a petite and nimble figure.

The other person exclaimed "Ouch!" as if they hadn't expected someone to suddenly appear.

Yi Chen instinctively reached out to support the other person, steadying himself.

Upon closer inspection, one could see a young girl wearing a hat with the Qiankun Tai Gua symbol and clothing bearing the emblem of the Wangsheng Hall rubbing her forehead. Her plum blossom eyes blinked brightly under the brim of the hat, and instead of being angry, her face held a mischievous and sly smile.

It was Hu Tao, the 77th head of the Wangsheng Hall.

"Oh dear, sir, why are you walking so fast? Are you in a hurry to make a reservation at the Rebirth Hall?"

After Hu Tao regained her footing, she not only didn't dodge, but instead blocked Yi Chen's path.

"I see your forehead is glowing and your steps are unsteady, which must be... uh, a sign of great fortune? Would you like to learn about our newly launched funeral service package? The second tombstone is half price!"

"Palace of Purity?"

Yi Chen blinked; he vaguely remembered the name.

I seem to have glimpsed it in a summary report about Liyue's public service institutions when I was organizing documents at Qunyu Pavilion. Its main business scope was also marked next to it.

He immediately remembered—it was the place that handled funeral arrangements.

So Yi Chen nodded frantically at the overly lively hall master in front of him. He was worried about where to get professional and efficient splicing services if he were really cut into several pieces by Ke Qing!

This is like someone giving you a pillow just when you feel sleepy!

"Please tell me about that 'buy one get one half price' promotion!"

Now it was Walnut's turn to be stunned.

Her plum blossom eyes widened in surprise, and her small mouth opened slightly.

In all the time she'd been promoting the funeral hall business, this was the first time she'd ever seen someone not only not avoid it, but also so proactive and even eager to enjoy the "half price on the second memorial tablet"!

This reaction... is totally to her liking!

The overwhelming surprise instantly disrupted Walnut's business processes.

She simply waved her hand dismissively.

"Half price? Who do you think you are! Sir, you have such good taste and appreciate the services of my Rebirth Hall! Just for your appreciation and understanding—the second stele is free! I, Hu Tao, said it!"

"free?!"

Yi Chen's eyes lit up instantly, as if he had heard some incredibly good news.

"Master Hu is so generous! Then... what about the corpse collection service?"

If... uh, I mean if the body parts are scattered, does your establishment offer professional search and... assembly services?

How much does it cost? Is it detailed enough? Is it usable?

As Hu Tao watched Yi Chen's more professional and dedicated attitude than her own, the light in her eyes grew brighter and brighter, as if she had found a long-lost friend!

"Yes, yes, yes! Of course! This way please, sir!"

She enthusiastically grabbed Yichen's arm and practically skipped along, leading him towards the Rebirth Hall deep within Tiger-Eating Rock.

"Our Rebirth Hall has the most professional ceremonial team in Liyue Harbor!"

Experienced and quick, I guarantee you'll assemble quickly and well!

Let alone scattered body parts, even if it's reduced to ashes... well, that might be a bit difficult, but we'll do our best!

The price is negotiable! We'll give you a 20% discount!

Thus, an extremely bizarre scene unfolded on the bustling streets of Liyue Harbor.

The quirky and clever Master Hu Tao of the Rebirth Hall excitedly pulled along a seemingly sunny and cheerful young man with black hair. The two discussed topics such as "corpse piecing techniques," "the insect-proof properties of coffin materials," and "large-scale group purchase discounts" with great enthusiasm, walking towards the Rebirth Hall amidst laughter and chatter.

Pedestrians around them quickly moved aside, casting glances that were a mixture of horror, confusion, and awe.

The two chatted animatedly about their "afterlife" and soon arrived at the ancient-looking doors of the Hall of Rebirth.

Walnut excitedly pushed open the door and called out in a clear voice:

"Zhongli! Come quick! I've landed a big client! He has impeccable taste and exceptional management skills!"

Inside the hall, Zhongli, who was sitting upright beside the tea table, holding an ancient book and reading it carefully, looked up when he heard the sound.

When he saw the black-haired youth following behind Hu Tao, looking intently at the surroundings, his usually calm eyes widened slightly in astonishment.

Zhongli's fingers tightened almost imperceptibly as he held the book.

He had tried so many times to find a natural opportunity to get to know this young friend, but he was always interrupted by various unexpected situations, and missed the chance time and time again, as if an invisible hand of fate was hindering him.

Unexpectedly... this time, without any warning and on his own initiative, he was led directly to the Hall of Rebirth by this child, Hu Tao, as a "big customer"?

This... could be described as "searching high and low without finding it, only to have it come to you effortlessly".

Or is it that... fate always arranges things in such an unexpected way?

Zhongli quickly composed herself, regaining her usual calm demeanor.

He put down his book, slowly stood up, and his demeanor was impeccably elegant.

He first nodded slightly to Hu Tao, then looked at Yi Chen, his voice steady and gentle, like a fine aged wine.

"Who is this……?"

Hu Tao immediately jumped between the two and introduced them enthusiastically.

"Zhongli, this is Mr. Yichen!"

"Yichen, this is our most learned and knowledgeable guest elder in the Hall of Rebirth, Mr. Zhongli!"

Yi Chen's attention was immediately drawn to Zhong Li.

The gentleman before me possessed an extraordinary bearing and an elegant demeanor; simply standing there, he exuded a calm and unwavering strength that captivated all who beheld him.

He quickly greeted them politely: "Hello, Mr. Zhongli. My name is Yichen, and I'm from Mondstadt."

"Welcome, friend from Mondstadt."

A smile appeared on Zhong Li's lips, and the slight helplessness caused by repeatedly missing out finally dissipated.

"May I ask what brings you, young friend Yichen, to the Hall of Rebirth?"

Upon hearing this, Yi Chen's face immediately displayed the focused expression one would show when discussing serious matters.

"I am here to inquire about and book your funeral services, especially in the areas of body collection and restoration."

Master Hu provided a very detailed introduction, and the discounts were substantial. I feel he is someone I can trust!

Zhongli: "..."

Chapter 21 Sauce

Just then, Hu Tao, unable to contain her burning curiosity, moved closer to Yi Chen and gently nudged him with her elbow.