Genshin Impact's Incense Burner Of Liyue [286]

"Form ranks! Form ranks!"

As the swirling winds of Kazuha's vortex subsided, the guards, now fully alert, quickly reorganized into formations, launching a coordinated assault from all directions against the advancing trio.

"No Visions?"

With wind-infused precision, Kazuha's blade unleashed a single strike that sent opponents and their weapons flying aside with the effortless grace of a falling leaf.

"These men are General's die-hard loyalists," Gu Sanqiu remarked as his Pyro apparition swung its bell, hurling fireballs that exploded with force, scattering the surrounding enemies. "While others fear the Vision Hunt Decree, these guys would probably hand over their own Visions first just to prove their loyalty."

"No killing," Buyu Raimei called from the front, bearing the brunt of the pressure. "If there are corpses on our path, it would defeat the purpose of why we're here."

"That's idealistic and naïve, but I'll humor you," Gu Sanqiu replied.

"Leave it to me," Kazuha interjected, glancing at Gu Sanqiu. "Old Man, let's coordinate."

Old man?

Kazuha gave a wry smile at the nickname but understood the intent.

"Veil of Clouds, Cry of the Swallow!"

Sheathing his blade, Kazuha gathered an immense concentration of Anemo energy into his weapon, releasing it in a powerful slash.

"Burn!"

Gu Sanqiu shouted, and ribbons of flames intertwined with Kazuha's Anemo slash, creating a hemispherical fiery domain on the battlefield.

"Minimal explosions; that's your job!"

"Thunderstrike!"

Buyu Raimei roared, summoning purple talismans of Electro energy that attached themselves to the guards.

Boom!

Overload reactions erupted, leaving the guards' armor dented and torn while traces of Electro energy surged into their bodies, immobilizing them.

"Move! They can't fight back now. Let's keep advancing!"

"Impressive control, little brother," Gu Sanqiu teased.

"Of course. This technique is fantastic in the wild—add Kazuha's Anemo Vision to the mix, and you can catch a whole herd of wild boars. We've never run out of meat."

Gu Sanqiu laughed heartily, showcasing the integration of combat skills into everyday life.

"Let's go!"

Kazuha found himself lowering his guard around Gu Sanqiu. Though he had initially harbored doubts about Ryukai Genzawa's identity due to the ease of their collaboration, the current events proved his sincerity. No spy would go to such lengths to storm Tenshukaku.

"Push forward! We've only bought ourselves a short window. Even if reinforcements are on their way, it'll take time for them to mobilize."

Taking the lead, Gu Sanqiu shouted, "Seize this chance to get closer to the Shogun!"

The trio advanced with unspoken coordination, fully aware of the difficulty in reaching Tenshukaku's inner sanctum, where the Shogun's guards and the Three Commissions' troops would resist with all their might.

"Ha! Bring it on!" Gu Sanqiu exclaimed. "Today, Inazuma City will stir with chaos—and awaken renewed strength because of us!"

Thud, thud.

The synchronized stomping of soldiers echoed through the streets, spreading panic among the citizens of Inazuma. Merchants hastily shuttered their doors, while families held their children close, anxiety etched across their faces.

"Someone's storming Tenshukaku?" a voice murmured behind closed doors. "Are they trying to challenge the Shogun's rule?"

"Flaming Wheel!"

Gu Sanqiu unleashed a spinning orb of fire that, combined with Kazuha's Anemo vortex, exploded among the enemy ranks like a missile. The duo's teamwork produced devastating effects akin to an elemental cannon.

"Hey, Kazuha, you're getting along too well with Genzawa. Did you forget who your real friend is?"

"From our current setup, Pyro-Anemo spread is the most efficient."

Kazuha glanced at Buyu. "Besides, you seem to be enjoying yourself, too."

"Enjoying myself? Ha—"

Buyu exhaled sharply. "Constantly using my Vision is exhausting. Did we bring anything to restore stamina?"

"I've got you covered."

Gu Sanqiu handed out pills, chuckling. "No wonder you lost miserably in your duel. You must've faced countless obstacles and challenges alone before reaching the Shogun. It's a miracle you lasted as long as you did."

Buyu looked toward their destination. "We're still far from it."

"I've got a faster method—want to try?"

Gu Sanqiu turned to Kazuha. "Your vortex—can it expand its range and adjust its direction?"

"With control, yes."

"Perfect."

Gu Sanqiu smirked. "I'll channel Pyro into it. Once Buyu adds Electro, position the vortex behind us for propulsion."

"Explosive propulsion?!"

Buyu gawked. "You're insane! Would that even work?"

"It should, but we'll need protection."

"Oh, I've got that."

Gu Sanqiu conjured two sets of armor seemingly out of nowhere. "Now, no complaints."

"Where did you even pull that from?"

"As a practitioner of onmyodo, having a small storage space is only natural," Gu Sanqiu said nonchalantly.

Kazuha's lips twitched as he turned toward the rising bloodlust from Tenshukaku.

"Time is short. Let's try it."

"Only two sets? What about you?"

"I don't need it. Onmyodo practitioners don't play around."

"Fine."

Kazuha donned the armor while summoning his vortex. Gu Sanqiu calmly infused Pyro energy.

"Careful, you two. If we overdo it, we'll self-destruct before reaching our goal," Buyu warned, swallowing nervously.

"You're the one deciding the final Overload output. Just don't overdo it," Gu Sanqiu teased.

"Got it. No problem."

Buyu's sudden calm unnerved them both.

"Ready? Let's move!"

Boom!

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