Genshin Impact: My Villain System Isn't Working Properly

Ganyu's arrival brought a sudden silence to the scene.

Diluc and Jean showed expressions of joy.

Though Lumine was puzzled about who this was, seeing her allies' relief put her mind at ease.

Shenhe finally relaxed completely - with Senior Sister here...

Venti, however, felt somewhat helpless. With Ganyu the young qilin here, how would this situation play out?

If they weren't careful, the act would fall apart.

And what about Signora?

Originally arrogant and proud, upon seeing Ganyu, that feeling of being completely locked down was definitely unpleasant.

Venti had given her a false impression that even gods were nothing special, and with Dvalin being controlled by the Abyss right after appearing, this only deepened Signora's misconceptions.

That's why she had slapped and kicked Venti.

She even believed that before the Cryo Archon, even the Geo Archon would have to show some deference.

Under Venti's misleading actions, Signora had begun developing in a rather thoughtless direction.

Though Signora had never met the adepti of Liyue, she assumed they weren't much either. If even the Wind God's servant was this weak, then what about those who weren't even divine servants?

Wouldn't they be easily dealt with?

But Ganyu's appearance, with an aura like that of an ancient beast, sent chills down her spine.

Dragons have their reverse scales... and qilin are the same. Though qilin typically symbolize prosperity and peace, when angered, they can be terrifying.

Ganyu wasn't just some secretary who only dealt with paperwork in an office.

Although she joined the archon war later, she had fought alongside Rex Lapis to conquer the land. She had emerged from the bloody battles of the archon war.

While qilin are vegetarian, Ganyu certainly isn't harmless.

"Answer my question. Was it you who injured my little junior brother like this?"

Ganyu's eyes gradually began to glow, her bow becoming covered in ice elements.

"To raise your hand against me, a Fatui Harbinger - are you trying to start a war with the Fatui?!"

Signora spoke maniacally.

Ganyu maintained her calm gaze: "I'll ask one last time. Was it you who injured my little junior brother like this?"

Having rushed over from Liyue Harbor and witnessing this scene, Ganyu was struggling to maintain her rationality.

The youngest and most beloved member of her sect was covered in numerous small wounds, his white Daoist robes stained red with blood in patches.

In that instant, Ganyu's mind went blank.

If it weren't for her junior brother's aura being relatively stable despite its weakness, Ganyu would have already exploded.

Moreover... Ganyu had lived under the same roof as Jiang Ning for some time and had sensed the Geo element within him.

Her little junior brother was likely Rex Lapis's designated candidate.

So... what right did a mere Fatui Harbinger have?

If you truly harmed little junior brother's life, you'd see whether Master would be angry, and whether Rex Lapis would be enraged.

"...Your junior brother's injuries weren't caused by me."

Ganyu had forced Signora to bow her head. At this point, Signora had no other choice, nearly grinding her teeth to powder as she squeezed out these words.

Ganyu tilted her head to look at Shenhe, who nodded slightly.

"It was when helping Dvalin break free from the Abyss's corruption. He was ambushed by an explosion from the Abyss mechanism," Venti explained.

If they really fought, Signora would have no chance of escaping from an enraged Ganyu.

Though Signora possessed some of the Cryo Archon's authority and could suppress Ganyu's Cryo abilities, Ganyu still had her adeptal arts.

Moreover, if you use divine authority first, do you really think Morax wouldn't intervene?

At that point, Signora would only have her Crimson Witch powers to fight with.

And qilin excel at wearing down their opponents.

Death would be inevitable either way.

Venti had no choice but to speak up.

Ganyu nodded slightly: "I see..."

She put away her bow and approached Jiang Ning, channeling her qilin adeptal power to heal him.

"Lady Ganyu, could you possibly..."

Jean spoke anxiously. Signora had struck their Wind God and stolen his gnosis. Jean wanted to see if Ganyu might intervene.

But Venti shook his head: "It's fine, Jean. Let them go."

"But Lord Barbatos..."

Venti said: "I told you, Barbatos is the Anemo Archon, while I'm just a bard... Just call me Venti. Besides, consider this compensation for Rosalyne."

"I told you not to call me by that name!"

Signora glared at Venti, her eyes burning with rage.

"Rosalyne isn't..."

Jean and Diluc were both shocked.

That name belonged to Mondstadt's Crimson Witch of ages past, who in folk tales had become a figure used to frighten children.

But their noble families preserved the true history.

The Crimson Witch Rosalyne had ignited her life force, burning away the monsters that plagued Mondstadt, and in doing so, burned herself away as well.

No wonder Venti felt he owed Rosalyne something.

Realizing this, Jean's gaze toward Signora became more complex.

"Hmph, we're leaving."

Signora had been pleased about striking Venti, but now that her identity had been exposed and she had been forced to bow to Ganyu, she was thoroughly displeased and turned to leave.

The Fatui forces began retreating en masse behind her.

After all the Fatui had completely withdrawn, Jean approached Ganyu and gratefully said:

"Thank you for your help, Miss Ganyu."

"It's nothing. I wasn't helping you - I was protecting my junior brother."

Ganyu's tone was rather cold.

"Moreover, we came to Mondstadt to discuss future commercial cooperation. Could Acting Grand Master Jean explain why our two Liyue envoys were involved in such dangerous activities?"

Ganyu now appeared completely professional, her bearing impressive.

"Ganyu, actually..."

Shenhe tried to explain but was silenced by one glare from Ganyu.

"Don't speak. This is now official diplomatic dialogue. Since I'm here, I will represent Liyue fully. I'll also need to have words with Huixin about letting you all act so recklessly."

Though Ganyu usually had a gentle personality, when it came to official matters, she truly embodied the role of Senior Sister.

Shenhe withdrew, not daring to speak further.

Looking at Jiang Ning, who had fallen into peaceful sleep, Ganyu's gaze softened. She gently caressed his cheek before picking him up.

"Alright, let's head back."

Ganyu said.

"Um, is Dvalin alright?" 

Venti turned to ask Dvalin.

Dvalin raised his dragon head and said:

"I'm fine now. The fatigue and burdens of the past feel completely gone. Apart from my wings needing some recovery, the Abyss corruption and poison have been purified."

"Then I'll stay here a while longer... to keep Dvalin company."

Venti said.

"Lo- Venti, are you sure you don't need us to stand guard?"

Jean asked with concern.

"No need, I'm not completely helpless. You can return without worry."

Venti said with a grin.

"Also, Traveler, if you have questions for me, you can stay too."

Venti turned to address Lumine.

Though Lumine was worried about Jiang Ning's condition, she still had many questions to ask Venti, so she could only say:

"Alright... I'll leave Jiang Ning in your care."

Ganyu nodded slightly: "Mm."

"Let's head back to the city."

Diluc and Jean exchanged glances, feeling that the coming situation wouldn't be easy to handle...

The Senior Sister had come looking for them, and not just any Senior Sister - but Ganyu, the General Secretary of the Liyue Qixing, a half-adeptus beast among the illuminated beings.

It was said that in some ways, she was even more difficult to deal with than the Tianquan herself.

...

After returning to Mondstadt City, Jean needed to arrange the aftermath of the dragon crisis, and the Fatui needed to be properly cleared out.

This suited Ganyu fine, as she needed to return to the hotel to care for her junior brother.

Back at the hotel, Ganyu glanced at Shenhe:

"Go wash up. You're in quite a state... and your hands and feet are trembling. Don't try to act tough - I'll handle things here."

Shenhe nodded and went to the adjacent room to clean up and change.

Hearing the commotion, Huixin came out:

"Shenhe, Jiang Ning, you're ba- Lady Ganyu!?"

Seeing Ganyu, Huixin was incredulous, then immediately felt guilty.

"Um, Lady Ganyu..."

"You just watched them act so recklessly? I sent you out to keep an eye on them, and you..."

Ganyu frowned, reproaching her.

Huixin wilted like frost-struck eggplant: "I-I'm sorry..."

"Never mind. Fortunately, Jiang Ning only has surface wounds. Otherwise, I would definitely deal with you properly when we return."

Ganyu glared at Huixin.

"Th-thank you, Lady Ganyu..."

Huixin quickly stood quietly to the side like a wooden post.

"Get out."

Ganyu said.

"Huh?" Huixin was startled.

Ganyu turned to glare at Huixin again: "I told you to leave. Jiang Ning's clothes are soiled with blood - I need to clean him up."

As she said this, Ganyu's face grew warm.

When she saw Jiang Ning covered in blood, Ganyu had felt terrified and furious, though she didn't understand, or perhaps didn't dare to understand, why she felt that way.

Ganyu still wanted to be closer to her junior brother.

Huixin immediately showed a knowing smile: "Mm, understood, Lady Ganyu. I'll keep anyone from coming in."

With that, she quietly left, thoughtfully closing the door behind her.

Looking at Jiang Ning lying quietly there, Ganyu kept taking deep breaths, trying to convince herself.

It's just cleaning his body, we're senior and junior disciples, this kind of thing is perfectly normal...

Then, with trembling hands, she began awkwardly undoing Jiang Ning's belt.

Yes, just... an innocent cleaning, that's all.

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