Genshin Impact's Incense Burner Of Liyue.

Boom!

Several thunderous blasts erupted as crimson beams of light shot out from the screens, streaking across the sky like blazing comets toward the ongoing battle.

"Look!"

The crowd gasped as they watched clusters of red light pour from the screens, surging into the Millelith soldiers fighting valiantly on the battlefield.

The combined will and determination of Liyue's citizens infused the soldiers, their weapons now glowing with a menacing crimson hue. Each strike against the Malefic Gods became noticeably more devastating.

"What's happening?"

"Don't be alarmed," Gu Sanqiu's voice rang out. "That is the power of Liyue's people, their blessings and hopes for your victory. It's their prayer for your safety."

The soldiers stared at their glowing weapons, feeling a boundless strength coursing through them.

"For Liyue, for our people—attack!"

The Millelith roared in unison, "For the safety of Liyue, we fight for peace!"

Their combined willpower and killing intent coalesced into a massive crimson giant wielding a spear, towering protectively over the soldiers.

With this newfound ally, the Millelith pushed back the tide of Malefic Gods, even turning the tide in some areas.

---

High above, Gu Sanqiu fought alone against a swarm of enemies. His hands gripped his spear tightly as he struck relentlessly. Two hammers and a dragon-scale shield whirled around him like flying swords, seamlessly switching between offense and defense, as if guided by invisible hands.

"Perish!"

He spat white flames, incinerating a Malefic God before plunging forward in a streak of golden light, cutting down everything in his path.

The more Malefic Gods he eliminated, the more that seemed to gather around him. Drawn to his blazing white flames like moths to a deadly fire, they continued their relentless charge despite their dwindling numbers.

"I'm not a fan of hack-and-slash games, you idiots!"

With a powerful stomp in midair, Gu Sanqiu used wind elements to propel himself out of the encirclement.

Looking at the swelling horde below, even larger than before, he gulped audibly.

"Man, these guys really hate me. If I ever get to play games again, I'm definitely choosing a tank class next time."

---

"Kill!"

A ferocious battle cry echoed from the distance. A streak of deep green light tore through the sky, instantly cleaving through the swarm surrounding Gu Sanqiu.

"Xiao!"

"Stay back!" Xiao extended a hand, his voice urgent. "My body is brimming with karmic debt. Getting too close to me would be dangerous for you."

"What did you do this time?" Gu Sanqiu glanced at the battlefield below. "Uh, nothing much—just showing off a bit of my family's abilities during Lantern Rite. You know, the usual."

Lantern Rite plus Gu family's white flames… Double the provocation, double the chaos.

Xiao paused for a moment before turning his masked face toward Gu Sanqiu. Even through the mask, the weight of his pointed stare was palpable.

"Help them. I'll handle these from above."

"No problem."

Transforming into a blaze of white flames, Gu Sanqiu descended from the sky. He hurled his spear, impaling several of the stronger Malefic Gods in a single throw. His hammers and shield flew out, carving openings for the soldiers on the ground.

"Thank you for your aid, master!"

The Millelith, invigorated by the unexpected reinforcement, roared, "Men, don't disgrace the Millelith name!"

"Yes, sir!"

Gu Sanqiu chuckled. "While I'm glad to see your enthusiasm, strictly speaking, I'm not really a 'master.'"

As he turned his head with a wry smile, the screens in Liyue Harbor captured his face.

"That's my master!"

A child clutching a wooden sword jumped excitedly. "That's my master! Look, it's him!"

"Is that the head of the Gu family?"

"Sanqiu?"

Even Ping Granny and the elder cat, watching from afar, were taken aback.

"What is that boy up to now?" Elder Cat muttered, licking his paw. "Gathering so many Malefic Gods could end very poorly."

"Malefic Gods are not the real worry," Ping Granny said, her gaze fixed on the sky. "What concerns me most is… that one."

---

Half an hour later, the ground battle had ended. The soldiers and citizens gazed upward, watching the streak of green light still fighting tirelessly in the sky.

"Damn it! If only I could fly, I'd be up there helping right now!"

A young soldier clenched his weapon tightly. "If I had a Vision—if I could fly—I wouldn't let him fight alone!"

"Gu Xiangjun, you have a Vision, right? Can't you go help him? There are too many enemies!"

Gu Sanqiu shook his head at their desperate pleas.

"He asked me to come down and assist you. With the karmic debt he carries, getting too close to him would be a terrible idea."

He then pulled out a microphone.

"Testing, testing. Liyue Harbor and Qingce Village, can you all hear me?"

"My name is Gu Sanqiu, incense bearer of Liyue."

"As you can see, the one fighting in the sky is none other than the legendary Vigilant Yaksha, Xiao."

"For a thousand years, Xiao has roamed the land, protecting Liyue from countless Malefic Gods. He is our savior and the guardian of our home."

"The Millelith stationed outside the city, Xiao, and every person working tirelessly to ensure a safe festival are heroes deserving of our respect."

As Gu Sanqiu's voice resonated through the screens, silence fell over Qingce Village and Liyue Harbor.

Children raised their toy dragons high, cheering, "Go, Brother Xiao! You're the strongest—you won't lose!"

"Rex Lapis, please protect our guardian adeptus!" others prayed earnestly.

The normally carefree youth fell silent, hands clasped in reverence.

"Xiao… Xiao the Yaksha… He's the protector who has safeguarded our people for generations!"

"Rex Lapis, grant him a peaceful Lantern Rite. It's all we wish for!"

---

In Wangshu Inn, Verr Goldet and Smiley Yanxiao fell into thoughtful silence.

"So that's who that young master is," Yanxiao muttered, scratching his head. "Next time he visits, we'd better serve him something extra."

In Qingce Village, Elder Ruo Xin and her gathered family knelt together, praying for the streak of green light in Guili Plains.

---

On the screens, dazzling golden light began to pour into Xiao's body, breaking the barriers of space to reach him. It was the collective blessings of Liyue's people, their wishes turned into luminous streams.

"What's happening?"

"Go, Xiao! You're invincible!"

"Rex Lapis, protect our guardian adeptus!"

Surrounded by radiant light, Xiao's figure emanated such immense power that even the Malefic Gods hesitated.

Gu Sanqiu smirked and shouted into his microphone, "Hey, Xiao! How about dinner after this fight?"

The previously pale adeptus now glowed like warm jade. His dark green aura softened, tinged with faint gold.

Removing his mask, Xiao glanced at Gu Sanqiu, then at the remaining horde.

"…Fine."

He donned his mask once more, a massive golden roc unfurling its wings behind him. The jade spear in his hands radiated a brilliant emerald light as his voice thundered across the battlefield:

"I am the Golden-Winged King, Vigilant Yaksha—Xiao."

"Tonight, I will exterminate all evils."

"Exorcist's Dance of Subjugation!"

---

T/N: That's heartwarming

Reader, your presence signifies commitment.

To walk this path is to contribute to the pursuit of eternity.

If you wish to strengthen our resolve further, step forward:

[patreon.com/WiseTL].

Each action adds to the unyielding foundation of what we create. Together, we leave a mark that transcends the fleeting nature of time.

— Raiden Shogun