Star Railway, starting as Kiana

They found three seemingly honest and simple ronin surrounding a carriage.

Looking at the trembling coachman on the carriage and the three ronin sharpening their knives as if they were thinking that they would finally get something today.

Are the people simple and honest?

Indeed, they truly have "simple and honest folk customs".

Ayaka Kamisato felt like her face was being slapped repeatedly.

I originally wanted to take Kiana on a tour of Inazuma to experience its scenery, but now, because of me, Kiana will probably have some prejudice against Inazuma.

"No, under the dual pressure of the isolation order and the eye-hunting order, this kind of thing is happening more and more frequently."

Especially as the Eye Hunting Edict was implemented, many people in the shogunate took it too seriously, forcing ordinary people who should not have been affected to pay money to avoid trouble or loss of property. Otherwise, they would be treated as holders of the Eye of God or acquaintances of the holders of the Eye of God and imprisoned for not cooperating with the operation.

Although the incident was quickly reported and those involved were punished accordingly, can those innocent people ever go back to the way they were before they suffered?

Compensation? Can justice delayed be considered justice at all?

"Hey."

Ayaka Kamisato sighed inwardly. Although she was called the White Heron Princess, it was just a title, not a right. The company magistrate could only report it and could not take any forceful action.

But when it comes to the evil people in front of you, you don't need to think so much.

Ayaka Kamisato had already put away her folding fan and was about to take out one of the swords bestowed upon her by the Shogun, the Kirigiri no Kaiko, to teach these ronin a lesson.

"Stop! You bunch of bastards, how dare you come here!"

Upon seeing the newcomer, the three ronin all let out a "tsk."

"Damn, it's Teshima again. What bad luck."

However, upon seeing the Eye of God on the waist of the man they called "Teshima," they lost the desire to fight him.

However, the shortest of the three ronin seemed to have thought of something and revealed a sly smile. But seeing that Teshima had already drawn his sword, the man also chose to flee with his two companions.

"Thank you, Uncle Teshima."

"You're welcome. But be careful lately. There have been quite a few more treasure-hunting groups and ronin around here recently. If you need to go out, you can hire some adventurers or bodyguards. If all else fails, you can also seek help from the Shogunate army."

"Okay, Uncle Teshima, we'll be going now."

Kiana and Ayaka Kamisato saw this scene and did not approach. Although Teshima noticed them and they knew that Teshima had noticed the two of them, they did not interact.

However, the name Teshima gave Kiana a sense of déjà vu.

"what!"

As she walked, she was startled by Kiana's exclamation. She immediately thought there were more ronin around and drew her Kirigiri: Resurrection, intending to defeat them all and send them to prison.

But when he looked around, there was nothing there.

"I remember now?"

Before Ayaka could ask Kiana what she remembered, she saw the three ronin she had just encountered not far away, and they seemed to be talking to the shogunate army.

Ayaka Kamisato recognized this soldier from the Shogunate; he was one of the personnel carrying out the Eye Hunt Order.

Of course, this doesn't refer to those who act recklessly under the guise of the Eye Hunt Order, but rather to those like Kujo Sara, the general of the shogunate army, who only obey the shogun's orders and will carry them out even if they have doubts, without personal feelings.

Upon seeing the ronin making a complaint, Kiana immediately understood the situation.

"This guy is complaining, saying that Teshima has the Eye of God and wants to lure the people who carry out the Eye Hunting Order there."

But what can Kiana do?

"How about I stop waiting for Ying and just go drag Ying out of the dark room and beat her awake?"

Unfortunately, this idea is not credible. Without willpower, even if you can defeat a Shadow, you cannot change the Shadow's will.

"No, why should I stop the Eye Hunting Order? There are clearly better solutions."

Just as Ayaka Kamisato was about to ask Kiana what she had discovered, she realized that Kiana had reverted to her pink-haired fox form, dressed as a shrine maiden.

Watching Kiana walk towards the location of the shogunate soldier and the ronin, Ayaka Kamisato felt that she couldn't understand what Kiana was going to do again.

Chapter 301 The Meek Shrine Maiden Sister and the Powerful Court Priestess

"Hey, what are you talking about? Please tell me."

Upon seeing the newcomer, Kiana, the shogunate officer who had carried out the hunting order, was about to rebuke him, but upon realizing that the newcomer was none other than the "Priest" of Narukami Shrine, she instantly held her spear to her side and saluted Kiana.

"Mr. Yaegouji."

"Okay, don't be so tense. I just want to know what you're talking about."

Because of Kiana's appearance, this person also recounted everything that the ronin had just said.

Upon seeing Kiana, the Yae no Miko, this somewhat shifty-eyed ronin wanted to run away. After all, the Shogunate army might not care if he used the Eye Hunting Order to deal with Teshima, but this famous High Priestess was not as easy to deal with as the Shogunate army.

"Oh my, is that so? But can his words really be trusted?"

"Like those ordinary people who were affected by the Eye Hunt Order before, perhaps he just wants to use the Eye Hunt Order as a pretext to take revenge on others?"

Upon hearing these words, the shogunate soldier carrying out the Eye Hunt Order also recalled past events, as such things had happened before.

For example, some people go to a swordsmanship competition, but they are not as good as the other person, so the next day they report that the other person has a divine key.

For example, a soldier in the Shogunate army who firmly believed in "benevolence and righteousness" was also reported and carried out the "eye-hunting order" because he was unwilling to turn a blind eye.

"By the way, he seems to be one of the ronin who recently robbed people on the road in White Fox Field and Konta Village, and drew his sword on passersby."

Moreover, he bullied the little foxes around him and stole the offerings.

"Waaah, the poor little foxes, because they can't get their fried tofu and they're being bullied, they've come to me crying and making a fuss."

Kiana seemed to have channeled the dramatic Yae no Miko, switching into acting mode.

Her words left the Tora Shogunate soldier stunned, and seeing the ronin retreating and preparing to escape, he directly blocked the other's path.

The knife was seized and the suspect detained in one swift motion.

"As expected of the person who carries out the Eye Hunt Order, Xiao Shaluo has a lot of capable people under her command."

"Thank you for your praise, Lord Palace Attendant. It is my duty."

Just as he was about to leave with the ronin and hand him over to someone else, Kiana's voice came from behind him again.

"Oh, by the way, there's no need to investigate Teshima."

"But..."

"Ok?"

"Yes, Lord Kuji, I understand."

Even if it were anyone else, including the Third Commissioner or even Kujo Sara, he would not give up carrying out the Shogun's order to hunt down enemies.

But what if it's the priest of Narukami Shrine?

Unless the general personally orders the capture of Nagase Island and the embedding of the opponent's God Eye into the Thousand-Handed Hundred-Eyed Statue, then this person's words are absolute authority.

After the two left, Ayaka Kamisato came to Kiana. Just now, she heard Kiana speak in a tone that was exactly the same as that of Lord Yae no Kōji.

It's really impossible to tell the difference between the two.

Ayaka Kamisato breathed a sigh of relief only after Kiana returned to her original form.

She didn't ask Kiana why she did it, because in her opinion, if it were her, she would also lend a hand, but secretly help the island through the crisis.

For example, asking someone to make a fake Eye of God.

"Ayaka, are we almost at Inazuma Castle?"

"Yes, Kiana, is there anything you want to buy?"

"Yes, there are, but there's no rush. Let's take a look around first."

Upon entering Inazuma Castle, it felt like stepping into a completely different world compared to before.

Compared to the rural-style architecture and life outside Inazuma Castle, the castle itself is quite lively. It seems that neither the Eye Hunting Order nor the Seclusion Order has affected this place, making it exceptionally prosperous.

There were many shops and vendors along the street, promoting their products to passersby.

Among them, the first thing that catches the eye is Yaedo, a subordinate of Yae no Kamiko, with countless people queuing up at the door to buy books.

Moreover, there was a huge poster on the door.

Big sister Hina is here to help you solve your problems. Simply purchase any book from Yaedo to enjoy priority mail delivery.

Of course, you don't have to buy them, but Yaedo's books aren't expensive. For Inazuma, Yaedo's books are a source of comfort for countless people.

Around Yaedo Hall, many people were handing out flyers.

Kiana initially thought it was a Yaedo employee advertising or promoting books, but when she took a flyer, she realized it was actually a promotional poster for Ms. Hina's fan club.

The most understanding and caring older sister in Teyvat, gentle and beautiful, wholeheartedly solves your troubles.

Kiana:?

Of course, Kiana will only treat Goro's being tricked into becoming the never-before-seen Miss Hina as a joke, and will tell Goro about it when she sees him later to see his reaction.

But now, it's shopping time.

The domineering general fell in love with me

buy!

Reincarnated as the Thunder General, then invincible.

buy!

Please, my fox spirit priest

buy!

Reincarnated as a Hilichurl, I can keep getting stronger as long as I eat Sunset Fruit.

buy!

"Ok?"

Kiana, who was on a shopping spree, discovered several rather strange books among them.

I woke up to find myself as Lord Kuji's younger sister.

The timid shrine maiden sister and the domineering priestess sister

Sister, no, don't pinch my tail!

Kiana glanced through them and discovered that they were all stories about herself and Yae no Miko.

I never expected that I would be written into a book after only a few days here.

But why am I always the weaker party in all three books?

"Hmm, the author is one person, and two pieces of fried tofu? Don't let me find out, or you'll be in big trouble."

Meanwhile, at Narukami Shrine, Yae no Miko, who was working and reading a light novel in her room, suddenly felt an itch on her nose.

"Achoo! Who's thinking of me? Is it my best friend? Or the little guy who just got back?"

"It's been a long time since I've seen Ying. Why don't we bring her something and go visit her?"

Looking at the half-eaten snacks, the cold tea, and the light novel I was reading, I felt a sense of loss.

Yae no Miko packed her things and left Narukami Taisha.

Despite her verbal complaints, Kiana maturely bought the three books.

After all, if you don't bring yourself into it, the content of the three books is still very engaging.

Ayaka Kamisato also bought a few books, mostly ordinary coming-of-age stories.

"Hmm? Ordinary? I think I saw that book at Yae no Miko's place. The title sounds like a slice-of-life story, but it's actually just a frivolous fluff piece."

However, Kiana didn't say anything to remind her. What if Ayaka Kamisato wanted to see this kind of thing? Wouldn't it be embarrassing for her to speak up?

Chapter 302 Shadow: Who are you?

Upon seeing the Adventurers' Guild located at the corner of the stairs, Kiana immediately spotted the small stall not far away.

"Dumpling milk, freshly made dumpling milk."

"Hey, is this a newly opened store?"

Ayaka Kamisato was curious upon hearing the newly appeared shouts, after all, it was "Dumpling Milk."