Genshin Impact: One Hundred Confessions? Just a System Task

"Then let our 'leisurely' company magistrate take the initiative to visit that 'busy' acting magistrate of the Heavenly Territory."

"Thoma, get ready. Tomorrow, I will personally go to the Tianling Magistrate's Office to 'report for duty'."

He wanted to see for himself how Mr. Yichen, who had refused his tea party, was "drowned" by mountains of official documents.

That scene must have been quite interesting.

The following day, the Tianling Fengxingfu (Heavenly Territory Military Governor's Office).

Ayato Kamisato, dressed in an elegant and appropriate light-colored kimono, with a perfectly gentle smile on her lips, entered the still solemn hall accompanied by the housekeeper, Toma.

Unlike yesterday, he came today as the head of the agency to formally "report on his work" and "exchange political information."

However, when his gaze fell behind the large desk piled high with documents, even someone as deep-thinking as Ayato Kamisato couldn't help but show a hint of genuine surprise in his eyes.

The rumored noble and imposing young man was now slumped on the table, looking dejected. He held a pen listlessly in one hand and rubbed his temple with the other.

His once impeccably handsome face was now marred by two large, dark circles under his eyes, almost like smoky makeup. His complexion was also somewhat pale, and he exuded a strong aura of impending death.

Upon hearing footsteps, Yi Chen slowly raised his head, as if his cervical spine could no longer bear the weight.

He squinted, struggling to make out who it was, and then waved his hand holding the pen listlessly.

"Oh...it's you..."

His voice was hoarse, filled with deep fatigue.

"The magistrate of the company...Kamizato...Ayato?"

He tried to recall the name, then gave up and got to the point.

"Just say what you need to say, I'm a bit busy right now."

After saying that, he couldn't help but let out a huge yawn, and even squeezed out two drops of physiological tears from the corners of his eyes.

Ayato Kamisato: "..."

All the pleasantries, probes, and elegant opening remarks he had prepared got stuck in his throat at that moment.

He looked at Yichen's "tragic" appearance, then glanced at the mountains of documents and files piled up on both sides of his desk.

That number was far greater than what a typical magistrate of a territories would have to handle, many of which clearly involved the most basic and tedious matters concerning people's livelihoods.

In an instant, Ayato Kamisato was overwhelmed with mixed feelings.

This Mr. Yichen comes from the free Mondstadt and has no relation to Inazuma.

He seized power from the Tenryo magistrate through his strength and special means. He could have enjoyed the luxury and convenience that power brought, just like his predecessor, Kujo Takayuki, and been a high-ranking "acting magistrate".

But he didn't.

He was actually burying himself in these extremely tedious and thankless administrative tasks.

Did he even exhaust himself to the point where he could collapse from overwork at any moment?

Just for... those Inatsuma residents who have nothing to do with him?

This pure, almost foolish sense of responsibility and drive touched a subtle chord deep within Ayato Kamisato, who was used to scheming and calculating, and taking things one step at a time.

That was a long-lost feeling called "admiration".

He nodded slightly, his expression no longer merely polite, but showing a hint of concern:

"I apologize for disturbing you. It seems Mr. Yichen is very busy with official duties."

His gaze swept over the documents.

"These... don't seem to be entirely within the duties of the Heavenly Commander?"

Yi Chen yawned again, his eyes unfocused as he casually picked up a document.

"You mean this? This was sent from Hachiyū Island, regarding the dispute over the details of the disaster relief food distribution... And this, a petition from a village in Kannazuka, requesting a reassessment of land rent... There are also several appeals from the Eye-Hunting Order for arresting the wrong person..."

He kept complaining, but his pen didn't stop; he was still marking something on the document about grain distribution, his brow furrowed, clearly thinking seriously about a solution.

Ayato listened quietly, watching Ichichen work while complaining, and his feelings were touched even more deeply.

He suddenly felt that his previous ideas about "testing," "exploiting," and "using" seemed somewhat... ridiculous and even despicable in front of this boy who was exhausted but still struggling to figure out how to get more food for the disaster victims.

Inazuma may have truly ushered in a unique "change-maker".

Ayato Kamisato took a deep breath, and the smile on his face completely turned into solemnity.

He stepped forward, took out a prepared file from his sleeve, and gently placed it on Yichen's desk.

“Mr. Yichen, please do not be troubled. I have come here today for ‘important business’.”

His voice was clear and steady.

"This is a summary compiled by the company's director recently regarding livelihood issues arising from deviations in the implementation of the Eye Hunting Order in various regions, as well as some preliminary suggestions that may be of reference."

He paused, then added, "Perhaps, I can help you a little."

This time, he wasn't there to play chess.

He's here to... collaborate.

Chapter 6 Sudden Death

Seeing that Ayato Kamisato hadn't come to feign politeness but had genuinely brought substantial documents and suggestions, Yichen forced himself to stay alert, rubbed his eyelids which were almost stuck together, and tried to focus his gaze.

He spoke concisely, his voice still hoarse, but revealing a clear interest.

Ayato Kamisato nodded slightly and began to explain calmly.

He presented a clear and logical analysis, dissecting the root causes of the oppressive policies, injustices, and economic hardship that arose in various regions during the implementation of the Eye Hunting Order. He also presented evidence collected by the Social Commissioner through covert investigations, as well as some preliminary suggestions on how to alleviate these problems as much as possible within the existing framework.

This information is indeed very insightful and far more efficient than Yichen trying to figure things out on his own.

However, Yi Chen was simply too tired.

Working at high intensity for several days and nights without sleep, even with his physical condition, he had long since reached his limit.

Although Ayato Kamisato's voice was pleasant and his analysis was exquisite, to Yichen's buzzing ears at the moment, it seemed to have become the most effective lullaby.

His eyelids grew heavier and heavier, his head bobbed up and down, and his consciousness drifted away like a kite with a broken string...

Just as Ayato Kamisato was getting to a crucial point, he saw Itsuki, behind the table, suddenly roll his eyes without warning, and then—

With a muffled thud, he collapsed face down onto the desk piled high with documents, as if all his bones had been removed, and remained motionless.

"Mr. Yichen?"

Ayato Kamisato stopped speaking abruptly, slightly startled, thinking that the other party had fainted temporarily due to overwork.

He stepped forward, intending to check the situation.

But the next second, his expression suddenly changed.

Because he sensed that Yi Chen's life force had completely vanished in an instant!

Breathing... has stopped!

My heartbeat... has stopped!

Body temperature is even dropping rapidly!

This is definitely not a simple fainting spell!

"Mr. Yichen!"

Ayato Kamisato could no longer maintain her usual composure. She rushed to the table and her fingers swiftly reached for Yichen's neck.

It was as if the body before me had instantly become an empty shell.

A massive, unprecedented, chilling despair instantly gripped Ayato Kamisato's heart!

It felt as if an invisible hand was gripping it tightly, causing him so much pain that he could barely breathe!

how so?

He died suddenly due to overwork?

All his plans, all his expectations, all the newly ignited hope that Inazuma might finally see a turnaround... collapsed in front of him in such an absurd and cruel way.

Inatsuma... is there really no hope left?

Just as Ayato Kamisato's face turned pale, his mind trembled violently, and he was about to go completely blank—

A very soft whimper, slightly groggy as if just waking up, suddenly came from the "corpse's" mouth.

Ayato Kamisato was startled, almost thinking he was hallucinating.

Then, under Ayato Kamisato's incredulous gaze, Yichen, who should have been "dead," actually... moved!

He seemed to have just had a good sleep, lazily and naturally propping himself up with his arms, and even stretched out his arms wide, his joints making a slight "click" sound.

Then, he raised his head.

The two large, dark circles under his eyes that looked like a panda's... had completely disappeared!

Instead, you get smooth, plump skin with a healthy glow!

Those beautiful eyes were no longer bloodshot, but clear and bright, sparkling with energy, as if they contained inexhaustible vitality!

He looked radiant and full of energy, a stark contrast to his "sudden death" appearance just seconds before!

Yi Chen blinked, and only then did he realize what had just happened when he saw Ayato Kamisato standing close by, her face pale and her hand still outstretched. He scratched his head somewhat sheepishly, giving a bright, apologetic smile:

"Oh, I'm so sorry! Did I scare you?"

"It's just my constitution! It happens occasionally with this sudden 'reboot'. It's nothing to worry about! You'll get used to it!"

He patted his chest, making a loud thud, to prove that he was now perfectly fine.

"Alright, alright, stop standing there!"

Yi Chen picked up the dossier that Ayato had brought again with great interest, his eyes sharp and his mind clear.

"While I'm in good spirits and my mind is working fast! Where were we? The evidence about the Kansei-bushi colluding with the foolish masses to raise prices? Tell me in detail! Tell me in detail now!"

Kamisato Ayato: “…………”

He stood frozen in place, staring at the boy who had come back from the dead and was in an absurdly good condition, then looked down at his own fingers, which he had just checked for a pulse and confirmed had no signs of life.

Body, constitution, origin, cause?

Occasionally... should I restart it?

Ayato Kamisato felt that he might need to redefine the word "physical constitution".

After a brief moment of shock, Ayato Kamisato quickly regained his composure.

After all, he was the head of the Kamisato family, and having been in charge of the family for many years, he had long since developed the ability to remain calm in the face of adversity.

Although Yi Chen's "physical condition" was beyond his comprehension, the fact that the other party was full of energy and had a clear mind at the moment was undoubtedly more conducive to the conversation that followed.

He composed himself and continued his interrupted report, laying out all the evidence the magistrate had gathered regarding the collusion between the Kanjo Magistrate and the Fools, as well as the numerous injustices in the execution of the Eye Hunting Order. He also included some relatively prudent countermeasures that the magistrate could take from the magistrate's perspective.

Chapter 7 Return Gift

Yi Chen listened very attentively, his fingers unconsciously tapping the table.

After Ayato Kamisato finished speaking, Yichen suddenly smiled. The smile no longer showed the previous fatigue or the carefree attitude after the "reboot," but rather carried an indescribable scrutiny and decisiveness belonging to a superior.

He leaned forward slightly, his gaze sharp as he looked at Ayato Kamisato.

"Head of the Kamisato family, your information and advice are very valuable."

"It seems that the company's magistrate is indeed not someone who holds a position without doing his job."

He paused, then uttered something startling:

“In that case… I can consider granting your Kamisato family more authority, or even… a portion of military power.”

Ayato Kamisato's pupils contracted slightly, and his heart skipped a beat!

Military power! In Inazuma today, especially in the current system of checks and balances among the three commissioners, this is of paramount importance!

This is a force that almost directly disrupts the balance!

But before this joy could spread, Yi Chen's next words were like a bucket of cold water, carrying immense pressure, which came crashing down on him!

"But before that, show me the capacity of your Shinri family."