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This Trainee Fatui Harbinger is Too Unreliable [231]

After taking one last look at Azar’s pitiful state, Luo Qing exited the dreamscape.

He had to admit, Azar’s current appearance was a bit too much, even for him.

The night was still young. After setting up several more nightmare scenarios for Azar—things like never-ending bureaucracy or customer service hell—Luo Qing decided to leave the Grand Sage’s dream alone for now.

Instead, he turned his attention to another task. With a thought, he retrieved one of the Interstellar Flush Toilets from hi...

This Trainee Fatui Harbinger is Too Unreliable [230]

Late at night...

Luo Qing lay awake, holding the two women sound asleep in his arms.

He carefully slipped out of bed, untangling himself from Jin and Theresa’s warm embrace, and decided to test out his newly acquired Void and Mind Control abilities.

The streets of Sumeru City were dimly lit and deserted, as most residents avoided venturing out at night due to the city’s less-than-stellar safety record.

Finding no one around, Luo Qing activated Temporal Zero with a thought and headed toward the Akadem...

This Trainee Fatui Harbinger is Too Unreliable [229]

Several days had passed since Layla last visited Luo Qing’s home.

Since then, she had seemingly vanished, leaving Luo Qing to wonder if she was deliberately avoiding him.

Meanwhile, Rosalyne and her group had returned to Sumeru City after completing a month-long "training session" at the Tanit Tribe.

By now, the Tanit Tribe had fully adopted Luo Qing’s "new youth, new ideas" philosophy. The regimented schedule of 5,000-word essays and mandatory morning and evening exercises had become second nature to them, even appeari...

This Trainee Fatui Harbinger is Too Unreliable [228]

“Layla...”

Suddenly, Makoto’s imposing aura softened. She smiled gently, like a kind older sister, taking Layla’s hand and speaking in a warm tone.

“Could you tell me how Luo Qing saved you?”

“Huh...?”

Layla’s face turned awkward, and she looked down, mumbling softly.

“Well... it was outside the city. I was attacked by monsters, and Luo Qing stepped in to save me...”

“So that’s how it happened.”

Makoto’s lips curled into a knowing smile, her sidelong glance at Luo Qing s...

This Trainee Fatui Harbinger is Too Unreliable [227]

Leaving the Sanctuary of Surasthana, Luo Qing was ready to head home for some well-earned downtime.

As he passed the Akademiya, a sharp voice suddenly called out behind him.

“Stop right there!”

Turning around, he saw a girl with ash-blue, twin-turbine-like hair standing a few steps away. Her gaze flitted nervously, and her cheeks were dusted with a faint blush.

“You’re... Layla?”

Looking at the girl in front of him, a mixture of tsundere shyness written all over her face, Luo Qing was puzzled.

Wa...

This Trainee Fatui Harbinger is Too Unreliable [226]

The guards carried away Azar, who was retching miserably as he was dragged off.

The remaining scholars, who had been preparing to upload the canned knowledge into Nahida, froze in place, unsure whether to leave or continue their work.

“Don’t be afraid. I’m not going to eat anyone.”

Luo Qing chuckled softly. “Go on, do what you need to. Also, prepare the transmission device for me...

I’d like to have a little heart-to-heart with your dear Lesser Lord Kusanali~”

“...”

The scho...

Genshin Impact's Incense Burner Of Liyue [255]

“T-The Tenryou Commission?”

Arataki Itto froze, finally processing the chaos they had just unleashed.

Environmental destruction, public brawling, blatant disregard for Inazuma’s laws—these were just a few ways to describe their earlier activities.

Wait, no, technically it wasn’t a “brawl,” since only one weapon had been involved—a now-shattered longsword.

But who would believe that?

One look at the cratered, uneven battlefield, and any Tenryou Commission officer investigating the scene would assu...

Genshin Impact's Incense Burner Of Liyue [254]

The Redhorn Stonethresher—Arataki Itto's signature weapon.

Excluding his own armory, this was the third high-quality weapon Gu Sanqiu had come across.

There was the Staff of Homa from Hu Tao's home, the Primordial Jade Winged Spear carried by Xiao, and now this blade. Judging by its razor-sharp edge, it deserved every bit of its reputation as a top-tier weapon.

Unlike the in-game mechanics where whales and luck-blessed players had vaults full of 5-star weapons, legendary weapons in Tey...

Genshin Impact's Incense Burner Of Liyue [253]

"Such immense strength."

Gu Sanqiu’s expression grew solemn. The power coursing through Arataki Itto’s bloodline was the kind that defied reason. He couldn’t fully gauge the force behind that punch, but it was clear—it was far beyond anything he had encountered before.

Among his friends in Liyue, Sanqiu was known for his physical strength. Yet, compared to the sheer might behind Itto’s full-powered strike, even he seemed lacking.

"A true monster."

Gripping his katana tightly with both hands, Gu Sanqiu closed...

Genshin Impact's Incense Burner Of Liyue [252]

“Don’t hit the face.”

A flimsy human mask like this couldn’t possibly withstand Itto’s monstrous fists.

Gu Sanqiu stepped back two paces, narrowly dodging Itto’s direct punch. Twisting his body, he delivered a precise kick to Itto’s side, sending him sprawling to the side and avoiding any chance of having his mask punched off.

Boom!

The ground where Itto’s punch landed erupted into a massive crater. Gu Sanqiu’s eyebrows twitched at the sight. If that punch had connected, even he woul...

Genshin Impact's Incense Burner Of Liyue [251]

Gu Sanqiu stared at the Geo element’s self-proclaimed "number one meathead."

His elder sister, his father, even Albedo—all of them were undoubtedly intellectual powerhouses, with intelligence levels that seemed to touch the heavens.

Even that tall maid was a prodigy in every field she dabbled in. If it weren’t for her lack of confidence, Mondstadt might have already gained another “Whirlwind Knight.”

But as for this guy…

Gu Sanqiu strongly suspected that Arataki Itto had wagered away the walnut-sized porti...

I Don’t Want to Be a Heroic Spirit [130]

How many people have seen JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure? There’s a Stand in the series called Crazy Diamond—a forceful and powerful Stand, yet possessing what could be considered the gentlest ability in the entire show: restoration.

Whether it’s living beings or inanimate objects, anything damaged or destroyed could be restored by Crazy Diamond.

Its user, Josuke Higashikata, even found creative ways to utilize this ability. For instance, during his battle against the villain Yoshikage Kira, Josuke restored a ...

I Don’t Want to Be a Heroic Spirit [129]

Sara was utterly captivated by the song when it suddenly came to an abrupt halt.

The feeling that welled up within her… could it be a sense of loss?

Music was a universal language of the soul, a balm for the spirit. It crossed boundaries, shining even in otherworldly realms.

The reason Chika had stopped singing was simple—she noticed Sara standing nearby, drawn in by her voice.

“Ah! Sister Sara!”

Chika waved enthusiastically, and Sara, startled out of her reverie, shyly scratched her cheek.

Since s...

I Don’t Want to Be a Heroic Spirit [128]

In the end, Kiichi decided to dispel the enchantment on the small table.

After all, whatever was hidden inside might prove helpful to her.

With so many unresolved questions, the contents could hold answers. And if it turned out to be something personal? Well, she could always put it back and reapply the concealment spell.

No one’s watching anyway.

As the spell unraveled, what appeared before her was...

“A book?”

It looked like an ordinary book. The cover was clean, free of any dust, almost a...

I Don’t Want to Be a Heroic Spirit [127]

After finishing their meal, the two paper dolls Chika had named Tarou and Jirou were busy washing dishes in the kitchen.

Even though Kiichi and Kujou Sara weren’t at Kiichi’s residence, Sara hadn’t let up on her fundamental training and was diligently practicing sword swings outside.

Such basics, while simple in theory, required immense perseverance to master.

Because of Chika’s earlier request, Kiichi had taught her a few songs.

However, some of the words in the songs left Chika confused, leading her to bomba...

I Don’t Want to Be a Heroic Spirit [126]

Although she had barged into numerous rooms without uncovering any significant clues, it didn’t mean Kiichi came away empty-handed.

For instance… in a backyard, she unearthed three jars of sake buried beneath the soil.

The moment she opened one, the rich aroma of the alcohol wafted into the air, making her mouth dry and causing her to instinctively lick her parched lips.

Kiichi wasn’t one to care about appearances. Grabbing the jar with gusto, she tilted it up and drank straight from it.

Even as some spilled, sh...

Star Rail: Starting with a Lyre, Living off Busking [130]

Comission Overlap

The term referred to two adventuring parties simultaneously accepting the same commission, leading to clashes during the mission.

This type of scenario typically resulted from guild errors, where poor oversight allowed teams to take overlapping assignments.

Their current situation, however, was a bit more nuanced. The man known as The Goblin Slayer had followed tracks from a prior goblin den, stumbling upon this one in his relentless pursuit to eradi...

Star Rail: Starting with a Lyre, Living off Busking [129]

“Let me see... The requester is an adventurer?”

March 7th leaned in closer to the details of the commission, reading it carefully.

“—Due to unforeseen circumstances, they got separated from their teammates and are now asking us to rescue their companions from a goblin cave?”

Her brows furrowed as she noticed the commission’s posting date—it had been over a week since it was issued.

Mimiya, who had also caught this detail, shook her head, a grim expression on her face.

“I hate to sound heartless, ...

Star Rail: Starting with a Lyre, Living off Busking [128]

“—Cheers!”

Inside the adventurers’ tavern, the group gathered to celebrate their mission’s completion, raising their glasses in triumph.

While Stelle and March 7th opted for juice, disliking the taste of alcohol, even Dan Heng made an exception, sipping lightly from his cup.

“Who would’ve thought this mission would be so easy?”

Mimiya threw an arm around Venti’s shoulder, her carefree demeanor more reminiscent of a boisterous traveler than a proper lady. Even her figure, in certain aspects, mirrored ...

Star Rail: Starting with a Lyre, Living off Busking [127]

The Monstrous Beholder had recently undergone a mysterious surge in strength. Though the exact reason remained unclear, it was likely tied to the calamity that streaked across the sky not long ago.

Not only had its intelligence skyrocketed, but it had also further honed its abilities, developing new uses for its powers. This rapid evolution elevated it to a level comparable to a god-tier general—one capable of citywide destruction.

The sacrificial ritual intended to summon it shouldn’t have worked given its amplified strength...

Star Rail: Starting with a Lyre, Living off Busking [126]

Dark, damp.

The cavern depths untouched by sunlight stretched into an oppressive void, deterring all but the bravest from venturing forward.

Yet, none of the party were ordinary adventurers, nor were they unseasoned novices. As a seasoned hunter, Mimiya took the lead, moving ahead of everyone else.

Hunters—or “roamers,” as they were often called—had a specific role during expeditions: identifying potential traps, tracking enemies, and providing ranged support during combat.

Detecting traps relied on keen obser...

Godfather Owl: Guardian of Batman [130]

When Bruce and Starlight arrived at the command center, Black Noir’s body lay there, utterly lifeless.

His armor was riddled with cracks, and the fatal wound—a clean, piercing blow to the chest—made the cause of death unmistakable.

Homelander stood silently, his face dark with anger as he stared at Black Noir’s corpse.

This murder was completely different from Translucent’s death.

To Homelander, Black Noir had been more than a teammate. He was a trusted friend.

A friend who wouldn’t betray, deceive, ...

Godfather Owl: Guardian of Batman [129]

Kathoom understood that while the current situation seemed manageable, there were complicating factors.

For instance, the Nth metal dagger was still out there, roaming freely.

The perpetrator behind the recent murders? It was likely Billy Butcher, a regular human hellbent on hunting supes.

His hatred for Homelander ran deep, stemming from a personal vendetta.

The woman whose name Homelander had casually forgotten earlier? She was Butcher’s wife.

Stealing a man’s wife… yeah, that’s the kind of hatred ...