Genshin Impact: I'm just a mortal

"Let's go somewhere else," Xianyun said, looking at the silent Yu Xie.

Time slowly passed, and the sun moved across the sky, eventually reaching the afternoon.

Xianyun and Yu Xie visited many places. At each stop, Xianyun would tell stories from the past, her voice filled with nostalgia and a deep appreciation for the person before her.

Today, Xianyun seemed different. When she looked at Yu Xie, her gaze was softer, filled with even more tenderness. She seemed unwilling to look away from him or let go of his hand for even a moment.

It wasn't until their hands, still tightly clasped, began to sweat that Xianyun blushed and reluctantly let go.

Next, they arrived at an open area.

There was a small pond here, with a few Snapdragon growing by its edge.

"Xianyun, this is..." Yu Xie began.

"This used to be the residence of the Deputy General of Guards," Xianyun said softly as she walked over to the pond. "This pond was once in the courtyard in front of your house."

Yu Xie paused, then walked to the pond as well.

"After a thousand years, I never expected these Snapdragon would still stand here," Xianyun added with a faint smile.

"Did you... plant these Snapdragon?" Yu Xie asked.

"Yes," Xianyun replied. "When I thought your residence was too plain, I brought some Snapdragon seeds and scattered them by the pond in your courtyard. I never imagined they'd still be here after all these years."

These Snapdragon seemed to carry Xianyun's thoughts, standing tall and unchanged over the millennia, regardless of the passing seasons.

Yu Xie gazed at the pond, silent for a long time.

As the sky darkened, they sat under a tree, side by side.

A gentle breeze blew, and the rustling leaves in the tree sounded like a pleasant melody.

It was now evening. The golden light of the sunset cast a soft glow over the Guili Plain, wrapping it in a veil of mist.

The plain was full of life, and in the distance, the mountains appeared like beautiful paintings, hazy yet enchanting.

"Xianyun, I'm sorry," Yu Xie suddenly said.

"Why are you saying sorry all of a sudden?" Xianyun was momentarily confused by his words.

"You waited for me for so long... I can't even imagine how hard it must have been for you, being a mortal. And yet, I can't remember anything from the past. It's not fair."

Upon hearing Yu Xie's words, Xianyun was quiet for a moment. Then, a gentle smile appeared on her lips.

She looked at him with eyes full of tenderness and spoke softly, "That doesn't matter. What matters is you. You've changed Guili Assembly and changed me, and you've changed many others. Even if I had to wait another thousand years, as long as I could meet you again, I would wait without hesitation.

Don't feel guilty. This is something beyond your control, isn't it? And besides, you've always kept the blade I made for you. That means my waiting wasn't in vain."

"The blade?" Yu Xie paused. A flash of golden light appeared in his hand, and Cloud Cutter, the blade, materialized.

It was then that Yu Xie truly understood the origin of the Cloud Cutter blade.

"Yes, that's it," Xianyun said, gently caressing the blade, as if it were a child of hers and Yu Xie's.

"So that's how it is..." Yu Xie smiled, understanding now. He put the Cloud Cutter away and turned his gaze to Xianyun.

For a moment, he felt there were many things he wanted to say.

After a pause, he spoke again.

"Xianyun... but... I am just a mortal. Once my life comes to an end, I will still leave."

When Xianyun heard this, she smiled and shook her head. "It's alright. If there is a next life, I will find you again and tell you everything that happened between us. If there is no next life, then I don't regret our reunion this time."

"Xianyun..." Yu Xie seemed at a loss for words.

Many things, in truth, did not need to be spoken.

All he needed to know was that Xianyun's feelings for him were genuine.

The clouds in the distance seemed to burn with fire, turning a fiery red.

The sunset light bathed Xianyun, highlighting her beauty in a way that made Yu Xie's heart race.

Another breeze blew between them. Xianyun's hair danced in the wind, and their gazes locked.

As the sky grew darker, they continued to gaze at each other, speechless, as if time had stopped.

Xianyun felt her heart racing uncontrollably and her face growing warmer.

She looked into Yu Xie's eyes and finally gathered the courage to move closer to him.

Her movement was slow, like a little cat cautiously approaching its sad owner, trying to comfort them.

After what seemed like an eternity, Xianyun was very close to Yu Xie. They could even feel each other's warm breath.

Despite her efforts to control herself, Xianyun's breathing became shallow and rapid.

The wind continued to blow, but it couldn't cool the heat on her face. Instead, it only made her heart race faster.

Her heart seemed to leap out of her chest. Finally, Xianyun reached out, wrapping her arms around Yu Xie's neck. She held her breath, closed her eyes, and gently pressed her lips against his.

In that moment, the sky darkened completely, and stars began to twinkle.

The kiss lasted for an unknown amount of time, until Xianyun could barely breathe. She pulled away.

A silver thread connected their lips.

Xianyun's face was flushed deep red, even down to her neck, her ears also tinted with shyness. She gasped for air.

Yu Xie's breathing was also uneven. He looked at Xianyun, and the softness of her lips against his lingered in his mind, filling his heart with an indescribable warmth.

"It... seems like it's getting late," Xianyun said, her arms still around Yu Xie's neck, her voice soft.

"Yes, it's already late, and the sky's dark," Yu Xie replied in a quiet voice. "Shall we head back?"

"...Okay, but before we go back..."

Xianyun's words trailed off, and she gently parted her lips once again, pressing them to his.

The entire Guili Plain seemed to fall silent.

By the time they returned to Liyue Harbor, it was already very late.

Xianyun did not return to her own place but went back to Yu Xie's house with him.

After a bath, Xianyun walked gracefully toward Yu Xie, adjusting her breath, her chest rising and falling.

Then she slowly spoke, her voice full of tenderness and a unique mature charm.

"Yu Xie, let's... go to the room and rest."

End of chapter

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