Genshin Impact: One Hundred Confessions? Just a System Task

The next morning, Yichen was still sound asleep.

In his sleep, he felt a tickling sensation on his cheek, as if something furry was gently brushing against it, again and again.

He frowned impatiently, subconsciously raised his hand and waved it, then turned over, wanting to continue sleeping.

But the itch persisted relentlessly, even intensifying, accompanied by faint, suppressed "plop" sounds.

He finally and reluctantly opened his eyelids a crack.

The blurry vision gradually focused—

The first thing that catches the eye is a large expanse of pure white, delicate, and smooth... feathers?

My gaze moved upwards and met a pair of bird-like eyes that seemed to be holding back some emotions.

A crane with an extraordinary temperament and ethereal aura stood at the head of his bed, gracefully stretching out one wing and persistently scratching his face with the softest feather at the tip of its wing.

Yi Chen's brain went blank for three seconds.

This crane looks kind of familiar...

Before his muddled mind could process the situation, the crane, seeing that he had finally fully awakened, seemed unable to contain herself any longer. She abruptly retracted her wings, raised her head, and let out a series of laughs utterly out of character for her elegant appearance:

"Pfft—Hehehe...Pfft hahaha—!"

The laughter initially tried to maintain a semblance of ethereal grace, but it quickly broke down, turning into an undisguised, joyful, and slightly mocking laugh that made her wings tremble slightly.

Yi Chen: "…………"

He sat up expressionlessly, his black hair disheveled from sleep, and stared at the laughing, ecstatic True Lord Liuyun Jiefeng before him, falling into a long silence.

So, when Gan Yu said "let the master come over," was she referring to this kind of wake-up service?

Are all immortals so unique?

Liu Yun Jie Feng Zhenjun laughed so hard her feathers almost ruffled, before she finally managed to stop her laughter, which was completely out of character for a celestial being. She cleared her throat and tried her best to project a dignified air.

"Ahem... I was entrusted by that child Gan Yu to come and take you to Mount Aozang. Look at you sleeping so soundly, wouldn't it be a pity if you missed your chance to become an immortal?"

As she spoke, she deliberately pointed with the tip of her wing to the already bright daylight outside the window.

Yi Chen rubbed his eyes, let out a long yawn, and his muddled mind slowly came back to normal, remembering that there was indeed such an important matter.

He quickly climbed out of bed, stood up straight, clasped his hands in a respectful gesture towards the elegant crane before him, and changed the way he addressed it.

"Sister Crane, no, Master! Please accept my bow!"

That attitude was unusually respectful and earnest.

Seeing his appearance, Liu Yun Jie Feng Zhenjun stretched out her wings and gently patted Yi Chen's lowered head with a very gentle gesture, carrying the warmth of an elder.

"Alright, alright, Xiao Yichen, get up."

Her voice also softened considerably.

"It's not like we've never met before, there's no need to be so formal and polite. To be honest..."

"Knowing that you are willing to change your mind, embark on the path of immortality, and pursue the power of your bloodline origin, I am very gratified."

She could sense that the child was simple and honest, with excellent potential. Although he often acted unconventionally, he was not a mischievous person.

More importantly, he and Gan Yu are of the same clan. If he can be introduced into the immortal sect and properly guided, he will surely become a promising talent in the future and can also keep Gan Yu company.

Yi Chen raised his head, blinked, seemingly a little surprised by Liu Yun Jie Feng Zhenjun's straightforward affirmation, and then revealed a bright smile.

"Thank you, Master! I will study hard!"

"Yes, it's good that you have the intention."

Liu Yun Jie Feng Zhenjun nodded.

"Let's pack quickly, say goodbye to Gan Yu, and then set off for Mount Aozang. The path of cultivation begins with a single step, so let's not delay."

"Yes! Master!"

Yi Chen responded loudly and immediately turned around to wash up and get ready, his movements filled with anticipation and enthusiasm for his upcoming "cultivation" life.

As Liu Yun Jie Feng Zhenjun watched his busy figure, he elegantly smoothed the feathers that had been ruffled by laughter, his eyes revealing an expectant look.

This rough gem is finally ready to be carved.

A moment later, Yi Chen had neatly finished tidying up.

His luggage was simple, consisting of only a few changes of clothes and some odds and ends.

He walked to the living room table, stopped, took out paper and pen, thought for a moment, and then bent down to write.

Before long, two short letters were written. He placed one in the most conspicuous spot on the coffee table, making sure Gan Yu would see it as soon as she returned. He carefully folded the other, intending to have it delivered to Qunyu Pavilion by a courier when he left.

After doing all this, he took one last look around the small house where he had lived for a short time but which was filled with warm memories, without a trace of lingering affection in his eyes.

It wasn't that he was heartless; rather, he simply felt that he would naturally return after completing his studies, so there was no need to be sad.

Outside the door, True Lord Liuyun Jiefeng was elegantly preening his wings, waiting for him.

"Master, I'm all better!"

Yi Chen strode out, his face full of anticipation for the new journey.

"Well, in that case, let's set off."

Liu Yun Jie Feng Zhenjun nodded slightly, and his immortal power began to circulate. An invisible current lifted her and Yi Chen, and they slowly rose into the air.

Yi Chen glanced back one last time at the Jade Capital Terrace and Moon Sea Pavilion, which were gradually shrinking in size, before excitedly turning his gaze to the distant, mist-shrouded mountains.

The hustle and bustle of Liyue Harbor was quickly left behind, and a refreshing mountain breeze swept over them, carrying the two of them towards Mt. Aozang, transforming into a wisp of cloud in the sky and disappearing into the distance in an instant.

After traveling on the wind for several hours, the surrounding scenery changed from a bustling port city to layered mountains, and finally disappeared into the sea of ​​clouds.

We've finally arrived at Mount Aozang.

The crane gracefully landed, its wings folded, and Yichen felt a sudden opening before him. He saw wispy clouds and faint celestial music, and a secluded cave hidden among strange pines and rocks.

Before the cave dwelling, a cool and aloof figure had already been standing quietly waiting.

She was a tall, white-haired woman with an icy and snowy temperament. Her beautiful face seemed to be covered with an unyielding layer of frost, her eyes were indifferent and aloof, and she exuded a powerful aura that kept strangers at bay.

She stood there quietly, yet she was like a cold blade sheathed in its sheath, making people afraid to look directly at her.

Liu Yun Jie Feng Zhenjun stepped forward and said to the white-haired woman, "Shen He, you've arrived."

The woman named Shen He nodded slightly, her gaze sweeping coldly over her master before settling on Yi Chen, who was following behind.

Liu Yun Jie Feng Zhenjun stepped aside to let Yi Chen step forward and introduced him.

"This is my newly accepted disciple, Yichen. Like you, he is destined for immortality and will be your junior brother from now on."

She then spoke to Yichen.

"Yichen, this is your senior sister, Shen He. She entered the sect earlier than you and her cultivation is profound. If you have any questions about cultivation in the future, you can ask her for guidance."

After the introduction, True Lord Liuyun Jiefeng seemed to suddenly remember something important and gently patted his forehead.

"Look at my memory! I've introduced you, but I've forgotten the most important thing. You two should get to know each other here first. I'll go find where I put the 'Basic Mind Method of Guiding Breathing' suitable for beginners..."

As she spoke, she turned and walked into the cave, muttering to herself.

"I remember it was on the third shelf... or the fifth shelf? Sigh, the number of classics they've collected over the years has been increasing..."

Yi Chen and Shen He were left standing face to face in the swirling clouds of Mount Aozang, and the atmosphere became subtly tense for a moment.

Shen He's gaze remained aloof, quietly fixed on Yi Chen, as if assessing this suddenly appearing junior brother.

After the initial amazement, Yi Chen immediately demonstrated his strong social skills.

Far from being intimidated by Shen He's cold aura, he took a step forward.

"Hello, senior sister! My name is Yichen, and I'm from Mondstadt! I look forward to working with you in the future!"

Shen He seemed taken aback by his overly direct way of greeting him.

She remained silent for a moment before nodding slightly in response.

“…Shen He”.

Chapter 38 The Two People Punished by Standing

Seeing Shen He's aloof and taciturn demeanor, as if he were surrounded by snowflakes, Yi Chen felt neither embarrassed nor annoyed. Instead, he secretly nodded in approval.

That's right! This is what an immortal should be like! Aloof! Mysterious! Keeping everyone at arm's length!

He subconsciously compared the ice-sculpted senior sister in front of him with his own unreliable master who would tickle people with his wings, and suddenly felt that Senior Sister Shen He's image was much taller and more reliable.

Therefore, Yichen immediately decided to be a well-behaved and sensible junior brother who would never cause trouble for his senior sister.

He imitated Shen He, straightening his back, holding his breath, and standing quietly and obediently beside Shen He.

If his senior sister doesn't want to talk, then he absolutely won't speak first!

What if I say something wrong and anger this senior sister who looks like she can fight, and end up being stuffed in a sack and thrown off a cliff?

The clouds and mist of Mount Aozang flowed slowly around me, and time seemed to slow down.

The two stood side by side in silence, creating a strange harmony and tranquility in the scene.

Shen He, standing next to Yi Chen, was far from as calm as he appeared.

She was born with the malevolent aura of the Lone Star, which made her cold and aloof. The violent aura was like a maggot clinging to her bones, often restless, and could only be barely suppressed by locking her soul with a red rope.

The surrounding creatures often feel uncomfortable or afraid because of this ominous aura.

However, when the new junior brother approached, an extremely strange feeling quietly occurred.

She clearly felt that the restless and clamorous evil energy within her body had now become quiet and tamed as if it had encountered some kind of natural enemy.

It wasn't that she was forcibly suppressed, but rather that she naturally became more subdued and hibernating, not even daring to show her face, so docile that even she herself found it unbelievable.

A long-lost, indescribable sense of ease and peace enveloped her.

It was as if a string that had been taut for so long could finally relax a little, and the coldness and sharpness that had been lingering around me softened a bit without me even realizing it.

Is this comfortable feeling... because of this junior brother?

Shen He secretly glanced at the young man beside him out of the corner of his eye.

He was maintaining a serious, "well-behaved.jpg" expression, staring straight ahead, seemingly trying to blend into the celestial environment.

After a moment of silence, Shen He's body moved almost imperceptibly a tiny step closer to Yi Chen's direction.

The distance between them shortened slightly, and the comforting and peaceful aura that made her feel at ease seemed even more pronounced.

Shen He's face remained expressionless, as if he had merely adjusted his posture casually, but the chilling aura emanating from him, which kept strangers at bay, had quietly melted away slightly without anyone noticing.

Deep in the clouds, a pair of senior and junior disciples stood quietly side by side.

Inside the cave, after searching for a while, True Lord Liuyun finally pulled out a thin, rather ancient-looking booklet from a dusty corner.

She dusted off the cover with the tip of her wing with satisfaction before stepping out.

Upon arriving at the cave dwelling, she was stunned by the sight before her.

Yi Chen and Shen He stood side by side, like two guardian deities, without uttering a word, their postures ramrod straight, motionless, as if they were competing to see who could stand straighter and longer.

Liu Yun Jie Feng Zhenjun subconsciously scratched the feathers on the side of his crane head with his wing, his bird eyes filled with great confusion.

What's going on with these two kids?

Aren't there ready-made stone benches on the stone platform next to us?

Why are you being punished by standing here?

She strolled over, coughed lightly, breaking the eerie silence.

"Shen He, your teacher needs to explain the introductory mental techniques to your junior brother. You may go to your usual practice place to meditate on your own."

Upon hearing this, Shen He nodded expressionlessly, his gaze sweeping over Yi Chen almost imperceptibly before turning around and walking lightly toward a platform shrouded in mist in the distance.

Almost the instant she left Yi Chen's vicinity, the Lonely Star Qi that had been dormant in her meridians seemed to break free from some invisible restraint and began to stir again. Although it was still suppressed by the red rope, it was no longer as docile and quiet as before.

Shen He did not stop walking, but a knowing look flashed in his eyes.

Sure enough... that unusual tranquility just now was not an illusion.

It was because of that junior brother's presence that the malevolent aura concealed itself.

What exactly is he?