Genshin Impact : Shattered Void

Chapter 47 : Dreamlike Timelessness!

(3RD POV)
[A week passed since the festival ended. In fact, the relationship between Musashi and Ayaka were established under Lumine's agreement. And, for a week, The trio were doing commissions under Kamisato Clan.]
Musashi: "For a week we were worked under Kamisato Clan."
Lumine: "And still... Our request for an audiance with Raiden Shogun still not granted."

[The trio sighed. For a week, they're just doing commissions without doing anything big.]
Paimon: "But, at least... it's better than doing nothing."
Musashi: "Yeah..."

[Musashi looks around the city. It feels like home to her. At the same time, Lumine got an idea.]
Lumine: "You know... Since we have done our commissions for today, how about we spend time at beach?"
Musashi: "Huh? Beach?"

[Instantly, Paimon floats highly as she feels excited!]
Paimon: "Yeah!! That's a good idea! Now, Paimon totally needs some refreshment!!"
Lumine: "Yes! Same as me!"

[Both Lumine and Paimon looks at Musashi with puppy eyes, begging her to agree!]
Musashi: (C-Can't resist!!)

[Musashi sighed softly and pats Lumine and Paimon's head.]
Musashi: "Sure~ If that what you two want."
Lumine/Paimon: "YATTA!!!"

[Both Lumine and Paimon hugs Musashi tight!]
Lumine: "Musashi is the best! 😍"
Paimon: "Slime's Lover is the best!🤣"
Musashi: "C-Cut it out, you two! 😅"

[And... the trio laughed together before they go to the beach of Inazuma.]

(Opening Song : Zanya Genshou - Spiral Radder ft. LICCA)

[As the theme song starts, the screen shows the Island Of Inazuma. Then, it changes into the trio stands on Ritou's port, Kujou Sara walks with her guards around the city, Yae Miko smokes with her smoking pipe and finally Raiden Shogun meditate in The Plane of Euthymia.]

Machigaeta mama datte aruku no wa tokui datta
[Musashi clashed and slays some of Kairagi around the Village with blood on her katana.]

Kaketa mama datte gomakashishi waratte ita.
[Lumine finished killing numerous Abyss Mage and left their corpses under clear water.]

Tarinakutte Oginatte todokanakute
[Kazuha plays the leaf flute on the ship, Thoma leans on the wall near the entrance of Kamisato Estate, Kamisato appears with a fan that covers the bottom half of her face.]

Daremo ga kitto miushinatte.
[In Watatsumi Island, Sangonomiya Kokomi along with Gorou prepares the troops to fight.]

Iki zurasa no riyuu wo shiru
[Kujou Sara along with Shogunate Army kneel before the almighty Raiden Shogun.]

Kokoro wa mada tsuzuku ka?
[Soldier corpses in battleground, Scaramouche is standing and smiling evilly at Fatui Compound near Watatsumi Island.]

Hitoiki de tsuranuku tame ni wa Sukoshi kurushii darou
[Makoto drowns into the sea of petals. The Cherry Blossoms blooms on Sacred Sakura Tree. And Miko raised her short staff to the sky.]

Yuruse, ippo warera ga yuku koto wo
[Musashi's eyes glows green (left) and gold (right) while Ei's eyes glows purple as they clashed.]

Umareru toki o
[Lumine fights the Shogunate Army along with Rebel Troops led by Kokomi and Gorou.]

Mi wo kogashite yaki kiretemo
[Kazuha and Beidou helps the rebel troops to fend off the Shogunate Army.]

Michi dake wa tsuzuiteiru
[Aether, accompanied by Abyss Mages and Abyss Herald, sits on the throne as he smiles wickedly.]

Sono utsukushisa mo awaremi mo,
[Kujou Sara shots the lightning arrows to the sky, causing a thunder rain. Lumine runs and evades those thunder and tries to attack Kujou Sara.]

Taiga ni kieru dakara
[Ayaka Kamisato prays for the safety of her friends, especially Musashi.]

Nokorikasu yoseatsume
[Musashi's outfit changes into pale blue kimono with a spider lily motif, with ragged black scarves tied onto her upper arms.]

Mada susunde ike, susunde ike
[Both Musashi and Ei readies their weapon. Ei unleashed her Musou No Hitotachi.]

Yoru o koete.
[Musashi used her one-time only Noble Phantasm Tsumukari Murasama!]

[In the end, the screen shows Musashi clashed with Ei at the upper part of the screen, while Lumine lead the rebel army on the bottom left screen and Kujou Sara lead Shogunate Army on the bottom right screen. And it shows Genshin Impact : Shattered Void in the middle.]

-------------------- Chapter 47 -------------------

(Still 3RD POV)
[The trio walks together and finally arrived at Narukami's Island's Beaches. At the same time, they saw three young children, talking about something.]
Musashi: "Those kids..."

[But then, one of them looks at the trio. And, they all runs towards them to ask them a question.]
Matsuzaka: "We're looking for the Great Mujina Youkai!"
Saika: "Do you know where it lives?"

[And, the trio doesn't know what those kids are talking about.]
Musashi: "Great Mujina what?"
Paimon: "Great Mujina Youkai"? What's that?"

[Those kids seems a bit shocked. They tries to explain about this "Great Mujina Youkai".]
Matsuzaka: "Huh? You've never heard of it? It's a sneaky monster that goes 'round playing tricks on people! It's got magic powers and can even shapeshift into anything it wants!"
Iwao: "One time, the Great Mujina Youkai stole some rice from our house. And this other time, it pushed my dad into the river."
Paimon: "Sounds like a very naughty little monster!"
Lumine: "Why are you out looking for it?"

[Those kids seems excited about those creature and want to find it.]
Saika: "Because, we've finally found out how to chase it away!
Iwao: "My dad said that the Great Mujina Youkai likes to play tricks on people who stay out all the time and don't come home when they're supposed to."
Iwao: "So all we need to do is chase it away, then we can come out and play whenever we want!"

[Based on the description from those kid, it could be a dangerous creature. The trio starts to worry about those kids.]
Paimon: "This monster sounds scary, though... Aren't you guys afraid? Surely your parents must be worried about you?"

[Instead of being afraid, those kids seems excited.]
Iwao: "Not really. I told my dad that I was going to find the Great Mujina Youkai with some friends, and he didn't even say anything."
Matsuzaka: "So, we think it must be weak right now! It's probably hiding away so it can rest!"
Saika: "Yeah! So as long as we get home before it gets its strength back, we'll be safe."

[And then, the trio are discussing about this matter just between them.]
Paimon: "Hmm, something sounds very strange about all of this... But Paimon can't say exactly what it is..."
Lumine: "If a monster's coming for you, surely you won't be safe at home."
Musashi: "Not to mention... We've never seen a monster like this before."
Paimon: "Yeah... Paimon feels like the Great Mujina Youkai is one of those storybook monsters that doesn't exist in the real world. We should tell them, so they don't waste all their time looking for it."

[And then, Paimon decides to take action. And for some reason, Musashi starts to feel bad for those kids.]
Paimon: "Oh, children, listen up! There's no need to go looking for the Great Mujina Youkai, alright? Because it isn't real."

[And as expected... Those kids were shocked by this revelation. But...]
Matsuzaka: "Huh!?"
Saika: "No way..."
Iwao: "That's impossible. My dad wouldn't lie to me!"
Paimon: "Your folks are just worried about you, is all. They don't want you wandering too far from home, because it's too dangerous."

[But those kids... refuse to believe what Paimon tries to say.]
Iwao: "That's not true! The Great Mujina Youkai is definitely real!"
Matsuzaka: "Yeah! Yoimiya's even making some weapon for us! And then, she's gonna show us how to blow it up!"
Paimon: Yoimiya, huh? Wait, as in... fireworks-prison-break Yoimi-"

💢*BLETAK!!!*💢
Paimon: "ITTE!!!"
Musashi: "Not in front of the kids!"

[All of a sudden, Musashi smacks Paimon's head and it leave a big lump on Paimon's head.]

(A/N : Like This...)

Paimon: "Hey! What did you have to smack my head that hard, Slime's Lover!?"
Musashi: "Because you deserve it! Especially your big mouth!"
Paimon: "Huee~ You are so mean~ 😭"

[Lumine just giggles nervously. But she knows well why Musashi did that. It's because that prison break thing... Is just a secret between the trio and Yoimiya. And...]
Saika: "We told her all about the Great Mujina Youkai. She said we shouldn't be scared of it - we should learn how to chase it away instead."
Matsuzaka: "We've been waiting for ages now, and finally, Yoimiya said that today's the day!"
Iwao: "Uh-huh, uh-huh! Yoimiya plays with us and tells us stories all the time. She wouldn't tell a lie! C'mon, let's get outta here and go find Yoimiya!"
Paimon: "Wait, hold on! Don't go!"

[Those kids runs away from the trio in angry state.]
Musashi: "Oh~ They seems pissed."
Lumine: "...And i start to feel guilty about this."
Paimon: "They didn't seem to take that very well... But We were only trying to look out for them... Who knows what Yoimiya's got to do with this. Let's follow the kids and see what's going on."
Musashi: "Yup... We need to get answer from horse's mouth."

[And then... The trio swiftly runs to follow those kids... Near the seaside, they saw those kids are talking to...]

Yoimiya: "Cheer up guys, don't be so down. They were only joking back there. How could the Great Mujina Youkai not exist, huh?"
Matsuzaka: "B-But, we've never seen it for ourselves..."
Yoimiya: "That's because the Great Mujina Youkai is extra powerful! And that's exactly why I need your help, isn't it?"

[Those kids seems discouraged. And Yoimiya, as always... knows how to cheers those kids up.]
Yoimiya: "It's okay, don't be discouraged. Hey, remember, if you wanna be a hero, you gotta have patience - and wisdom, too. Even if you can't find it right now, it'll definitely show up before the fireworks show starts. So remember to come and pick up your weapons from me before then, okay? No matter how powerful the Great Mujina Youkai might be, it's no match for my specially made fireworks! Just light 'em up and you'll scare it off, no problem. It's up to you guys to protect your homes, your crops, and your folks!"

[And thanks to Yoimiya's kind words, those kids start to cheer up again.]
Matsuzaka: "Thanks, Miss Yoimiya, we'll try and be more patient!"
Yoimiya: "Oh yeah, hold up a sec. I have a few slips of paper for you guys - one each. Remember to give it to your parents and tell them to keep it safe. Just tell them it's from me. They'll know what it's about."

[Yoimiya gives few slips of paper for those kids, one each.]
Iwao: "Okay! Thank you, Yoimiya! We're gonna go back now."
Saika: "Thanks, Yoimiya! Come play with us soon!"
Yoimiya: "Sure thing, will do! Take care on the way back, and I'll see you later!"

[Those kids runs back home, leaving Yoimiya and the trio behind. And... Yoimiya chuckles when she looks at the trio and walks towards them.]
Paimon: "Uhh... so..."
Lumine: "It's been a while."
Musashi: "We meet again."
Yoimiya: "Ah, so it WAS you guys. I guessed as much from the way the kids described you. No worries, though, I'm not blaming you. The Great Mujina Youkai is pretty popular with the kids, so of course they're gonna get upset if someone tries to tell them it doesn't exist."

[Yoimiya chuckles softly. At the same time, the trio sweatdropped nervously on the spot.]
Paimon: "Okay... but it definitely doesn't exist... right?"
Yoimiya: "Yeah, the first time I heard about it, I knew straight away that it was probably something the parents had come up with to stop the kids from running off all the time. But when the kids asked me about it, I didn't wanna break it to them. I just told them that it looks cute, likes to play pranks, and doesn't hurt people. So I guess now, the kids's impression of the Great Mujina Youkai is mostly influenced by me."

[As expected from Yoimiya. The trio just smile after hearing Yoimiya's explanation.]
Paimon: "Huh... So in a way, this monster is all a product of your creativity..."
Lumine: "Surely it's a bad idea to keep the lie going like that?"

[Yoimiya chuckles again.]
Yoimiya: "Maybe so. In any case, I'm not gonna be the one who exposes it. Sure, it's likely that the parents just wanted to stop the kids from staying out all the time. But they could have easily had other reasons, too. If I just go ahead and tell them that the Great Mujina Youkai doesn't exist without knowing the full story, then who knows - I may be doing more harm than good. Besides, they're just kids. They should be allowed to believe it if it makes them happy. That's more important to them than questioning what's real and what isn't. Heck, I entertain my fair share of fantasies too... The Fire Diamond that spins around and shoots out lights that are all the colors of the rainbow... Ooh - the Mist Spirits that live far off in the mountains and guide you to fairyland if you can find them..."

[Both Lumine and Musashi knows well that Yoimiya only wants to make those kids feels happy.]
Yoimiya: "I know that they don't really exist, but I still enjoy believing in them. If someone came up to me and starting telling me to "stop being so stupid, they don't exist, nyah nyah nyah"... I'd give them the evil eyes and tell them to get the heck out of my face! Because... grr, it's just so annoying!"
Musashi: "Uh... I kind of get what you are saying."
Yoimiya: "Right!? So what if it's made up - it's also really awesome and kinda magical. So it's not up to anyone else to tell me what's what!"

[Yoimiya smiles and she looks at the blue sky. She continues to talk.]
Yoimiya: "The things we believed and the experiences we had when we were young turn into our priceless treasures as we grow up. When you were kids, surely you guys believed in things like heroes who slayed dragons, and sacred swords that cut through darkness? It's the same thing. If we tear apart these kids's fairy tales now, what else do we have to tell them? That Inazuma is locked down? All the grim tales of the Vision Hunt Decree? I think it's a bit too early for all of that."
Paimon: "Uh... Yeah! Oh, way too early. For sure!"

[Both Lumine and Musashi looks at Paimon with mocking eyes and mocking smile.]
Musashi: "You didn't follow that at all, did you?"
Lumine: "No need to pretend to agree if you didn't understand."
Paimon: "Uh..."

[Yoimiya laughed softly after looking at Paimon's stupid reaction.]
Yoimiya: "Haha, whether you understood me or not, don't you worry. I'll take care of the kids, and make sure they stay safe. Ahh! Okay, it's about time I headed back. The Naganohara Fireworks Show is just around the corner, and there's still a lot of things to get ready."
Paimon: "Naganohara Fireworks Show? Is that hosted by your family or something?"
Yoimiya: "Well, yeah, I mean, that's why our name is on the event. It's well-known throughout Inazuma."

[As they were talking about the show that being hosted by Yoimiya and her family, she got an idea.]
Yoimiya: "Oh, on the subject - are you busy these days? If not, then you should totally come along. I'll prepare an extra-pretty firework, just for you!"

[And... The trio excitedly nods their head.]
Musashi: "We've been looking forward to it for ages!"
Lumine: We'll gladly take you up on that offer."
Yoimiya: "Hee-hee, in that case, come with me to Naganohara, we'll go see my pops! There're still a few fireworks to finish off before the show."

[The trio decides to follow Yoimiya back to Naganohara Fireworks. And some time later... They finally arrive there, and...]
Yoimiya: "Hey, Pops, I'm back!"

Ryuunosuke: "The fireworks show is almost upon us, and the fireworks for each family are almost ready."

[Yoimiya's father, Naganohara Ryuunosuke welcomes the trio with great mood.]
Ryuunosuke: "Oh, new faces? Who are these two? Friends, or customers?"
Yoimiya: "A bit of both actually. They arrived in Inazuma just recently. Can't let them miss out on a fireworks show after coming all this way, can we?"

[Ryuunosuke just laughed for no reason, and...]
Ryuunosuke: "Hahaha, well, either way, come on in and have a seat and I, Naganohara Ryuunosuke, will tell you all about the long history of the Naganoharas."
Yoimiya: "That can wait. Pops, I need to ask you about something."

[But... He starts telling his family's history.]
Ryuunosuke: "A long, long time ago... Back when the people of Inazuma first taught themselves how to use fire, they discovered something very interesting."

[Yoimiya sighed in annoyance. She just smiles nervously at the trio.]
Yoimiya: "Pops has started telling his stories again..."
Musashi: "Uh... Ahaha~"
Lumine: "We... don't mind..."

[Ryuunosuke continues his story.]
Ryuunosuke: "Some things burn, and other things don't. Rocks... they don't burn. But somewhere along the line, a rock was set alight and it burned the most beautiful color. People took one look and thought: "Hm... was that the rock, or was it something else?" - because the rock itself didn't burn up. Back then, of course, people didn't know that this wasn't just any old rock. It was ore."

[Yoimiya whispers to the trio. She still feel bad for the trio because of her father's story.]
Yoimiya: "Sorry about this - ever since Pops had his accident, his ears don't work too well."
Paimon: "Really? But for a moment there, it almost seemed like you were having a coherent conversation..."
Ryuunosuke: "Much, much later, people eventually realized that if you grind certain minerals into dust, they burn with many beautiful colors."

[Swiftly, Yoimiya cuts off his father's story because there's something more important.]
Yoimiya: "Pops - Pops wait!"
Ryuunosuke: "Eh? What is it?"
Yoimiya: "Did they deliver those firework materials that we ordered yet?"
Ryuunosuke: "Oh, yesterday's fireworks have all been delivered. So have the ones from the day before yesterday, and the ones from the day before that."

[The trio swiftly sweatdropped on the spot.]
Musashi: (Not connected at all!)
Lumine: (Her father's hearing was that bad!?)
Yoimiya: "No, Pops. I meant the materials. The materials that we ordered. They should have arrived today."
Ryuunosuke: "Today's fireworks are almost ready, too, don't you worry! Hehe, your old man's skills are still as sharp as ever."

*BRUAGH!*
[The trio falls comically. Yoimiya scratches her hair in frustration.]
Yoimiya: "No- Pops, the materials! The raw materials for making fireworks."
Ryuunosuke: "Sorry?"
Yoimiya: "Ma-te-ri-als!"
Ryuunosuke: "Oh... Ohh, the materials?"
Paimon: "Yes, yes! The materials!"

[Paimon got involved in their conversation. Musashi and Lumine sweatdropped again.]
Musashi: "Uh..."
Paimon: "Sorry, sorry... Paimon got all excited because you finally got the message across, hehe..."

[Finally, Ryuunosuke finally understand what Yoimiya said.]
Ryuunosuke: "The materials aren't here yet. The couriers did come over to explain why, but... Well, I think they did, but I couldn't quite hear what they were saying..."
Yoimiya: "No worries, as long as we know, that's fine. We can just make them later. Oh, uh - don't forget to take the goods in when they deliver them, okay, Pops?"
Ryuunosuke: "Of course, leave it to me."

[Yoimiya sighed in relief. Then, she looks back at the trio.]
Yoimiya: "Oh, sorry if we were a little loud. it's always the way, though - it's like that every time I need to ask pops something."
Musashi: "Still, he seems like a warm and friendly person."
Yoimiya: "Uh-huh, that's my pops! He's a good person, alright. Everyone around here respects him."
Lumine: "And... I think the two of you are quite similar."

[Yoimiya chuckles nervously.]
Yoimiya: "Ah... ahaha~ I get told that a lot. Because my pops is deaf, he never argues with anyone, and never contradicts them. He just listens cheerfully. When I was little, I thought it was because he really understood me, and agreed with whatever I had to say. So, I'd tell my pops everything. Eventually, I realized that the reason he was like that was that he's deaf. But I still tell him stories every day."
Paimon: "Huh? Why would you do that?"

[Yoimiya looks back at her dad. He seems happy with his works. And his smiles makes Yoimiya quite happy.]
Yoimiya: "It just makes me happy to see him smile. And it keeps him from being lonely, right? Anyway. More importantly right now, the fireworks show is right around the corner and the materials still haven't arrived. We need to think of an alternative..."
????: "Um, Yoimiya, is that you?"

[The trio were shocked because of a male voice from Yoimiya's house.]
Musashi: "What the!?"
Lumine: "Who's there!?"
Yoimiya: "Wah! Oh, you scared me there! I thought I told you to be more careful before you speak?"
????: "S-Sorry..."
Yoimiya: "Hold on, I'm coming over."

[The trio and Yoimiya walks towards to the far side of Yoimiya's house.]
Yoimiya: "No one's looking. Okay, you can come out now. Uh, come around the side."

[The person hiding inside the house carefully crawls out the window. Yoimiya sighed.]
Yoimiya: "We're lucky that no one from the Tenryou Commission was around, otherwise, we'd all be in big trouble."

????: "Sorry, I guess I was a little rash. But when I heard you come back, I just..."
Yoimiya: "Don't worry Sakujirou. So far, at least, everything is going according to plan. We're going to look for firework materials shortly. While we're out, we'll sort out the boat situation for you, as promised."

[That man named Sakujirou feels responsible and grateful.]
Sakujirou: "Thank you for all your help."
Musashi: "Uh... Who is this?"
Lumine: "And why is he hiding in your house?"

[Yoimiya tries to introduce Sakujirou to the trio.]
Yoimiya: "He's one of our old customers. He came back to Inazuma from the outside world not long ago. While he was smuggling himself in, the Tenryou Commission found him and put out a warrant for his arrest..."
Paimon: "An arrest warrant!?"

[Swiftly, Yoimiya puts her hand on Paimon's mouth.]
Paimon: "Umph~ Hmpph!!"
Yoimiya: "Shhhh, keep it down! We don't want to draw any unwanted attention."

[Yoimiya let go of her hand of Paimon's mouth. And for some reason, both Lumine and Musashi find it funny.]
Yoimiya: "If Sakujirou is caught, there's no knowing what crimes they could charge him with. All we can do is find him a boat and send him out of Inazuma again."
Lumine: "But isn't there a thunderstorm out in the ocean?"
Yoimiya: "Yeah, we know it's going to be dangerous, but there aren't many other options left."
Paimon: "What if the boat capsizes? Uhh! Drowning is really scary! If things are this bad, couldn't you have just not come back in the first place?"

[Instead of Yoimiya do the telling, Sakujirou decides to speak on his own behalf.]
Sakujirou: "Well... There is something I felt I had to do... But as soon as I got back, I started hearing about all these unbelievable changes. I had my mind up, originally, but now I'm not sure anymore... I didn't want to cause any trouble for Yoimiya or Mr. Ryuunosuke, but I'm very grateful to them for taking me in."

[Yoimiya smiles. She never feels troubled at all.]
Yoimiya: "Hey, no worries, you're more than welcome. Remember what I said? As long as you've got that little piece of paper, you'll always be a valued customer of the Naganoharas."
Paimon: "Little piece of paper...?"

[Both Lumine and Musashi remembers about the piece of paper that Yoimiya mentioned.]
Lumine: "Piece of Paper? Like the paper slips you gave to the kids?"
Yoimiya: "Yep, the same paper slips as the ones I gave to the kids earlier. Whenever a customer orders fireworks for a commemorative event, we always include a little paper slip with the goods. Only people from my inside my family can understand what's written on it. It's the recipe for the fireworks they ordered. If someone shows a Naganohara that paper slip, we guarantee we can make the exact same firework as the original one they purchased, whether it's ten or even a hundred years later."
Paimon: "Wow, that is so awesome!"

[Yoimiya feels proud after being complimented.]
Yoimiya: "It's a family tradition. All our regular customers know about this."
Sakujirou: "The slip I have is from back when my parents ordered fireworks from Mr. Ryuunosuke. Now I think about it, it must be nearly 20 years ago. Who would have thought that things would turn out the way they have..."

[Again, Sakujirou feels bad because of the trouble he made for Yoimiya and her family. But, Yoimiya never feels bad about it.]
Yoimiya: "It'll be fine. Escaping in a boat is just a last resort for if there's no other way. I'll still try and come up with a different solution, because it'd be much better if you could stay in Inazuma. Whatever their reasons might be, if our customers come to us looking for help, we're not about to leave them high and dry."
Sakujirou: "Thank you... This way, I'll still have some time to consider my options..."

[Yoimiya pats Sakujirou's shoulder. But then, she starts to push Sakujirou back inside.]
Yoimiya: "Alright, well, let's not stay out here in the open for too long. Hurry up and get back inside. I'll let you know as soon as I have an update for you."
Sakujirou: "Thank you, I-I'll leave it to you, then, I guess."

[Sakujirou goes back into hiding. Yoimiya sighed as she starts to feel bad because of Sakujirou's current condition.]
Yoimiya: "It's a shame, they still wouldn't give him a permit, even though he was born and raised in Inazuma. Speaking of, you guys only got here recently, how did you manage to get a permit?"

[The trio remembered the time when they arrived at Inazuma weeks ago.]
Musashi: "We went through a long bureaucratic process on Ritou."
Paimon: "Even then, we only got through thanks to some help from Miss Hiiragi Chisato of the Kanjou Commission."
Yoimiya: "I see, so you had big shots helping you. I guess that won't be of much help to Sakujirou. I just wish the commissions could be a little more flexible. I bet nowhere else you've been is quite like Inazuma, huh?"
Musashi: "It's true."
Lumine: "Each archon has their own idea on how to run things."

[Yoimiya sighed again. But, she keeps determines to help Sakujirou no matter what.]
Yoimiya: "Well, no matter what, I have to find a way to help him. I'm sorry, I invited you to come and watch the fireworks, but now I have to run a few errands. You don't have to join me if you don't want to. I can go sort out the firework materials and the boat by myself, and then you can come and meet me back at the house later."

[And... That's the cue for the trio.]
Musashi: "I don't mind coming along."
Lumine: "And we are interested to learn how fireworks are made."
Yoimiya: "Oh, cool! Then let's start with Sakujirou's boat. We can chat along the way!"

[As Yoimiya mentioned boat, that means... they all must go to the sub-urban area. And on their way there...]
Yoimiya: "Oh yeah, if it's fine with you, can I ask how you three first met?"
Paimon: Lumine saved me from drowning this one time... As for Slime's Lover..."

[Yoimiya tilted her head.]
Yoimiya: "Slime's Lover...?"
Paimon: "Hehe~ That's a nickname that Paimon gave to Musashi. It's because she is the only think Slime is a cute creature. She also said Slimes will only attack if they feel threatened by something."
Musashi: "Hey! That's true! I'm not making that up!"

[Lumine just giggles and adds up something.]
Lumine: "And because of that... The views of the people of Mondstadt and Liyue regarding Slimes have completely changed. They also consider Slimes as part of them."

[Yoimiya chuckles. And she looks intently at Musashi.]
Yoimiya: "Slime's Lover, huh? It's not that bad... 😋"
Musashi: "Not you too, Yoimiya. 😭"

[At the same time, Yoimiya feels her chest feels warm.]
Yoimiya: (...This is truly the first time i feel this. Why did i feel warm and secure when i saw and stand beside Musashi?)
Paimon: "...And after that we started traveling together... Why do you ask?"

[Yoimiya shakes her head and smiles.]
Yoimiya: "Oh, nothing... I'm just quite envious of your relationship. If my pops had a person like you around, his being deaf wouldn't hold things up all the time."

[But all of a sudden, Paimon seems shivered... But feels excited.]
Musashi: "Eh?"
Lumine: "Paimon?"
Yoimiya: "...Huh? Why do you look so excited?"
Paimon: "Because, because... You said "person," and not "floating child," or "mascot"! 😭"

[Paimon jumps and try to hug Yoimiya. But instead of Yoimiya, Paimon accidentally landed on Musashi's chest.]
Musashi: "O-Oi!"
Paimon: "Huee~~"

[And 20 minutes later... Paimon starts to get calm. And... When they reaches to sub-urban site of Inazuma... Yoimiya greets someone the trio never knows.]
Yoimiya: "Kouichi! I'm here, how is the boat coming along?"

Kouichi: "Yeah, it's... alright, I guess. Um, I was questioned though..."

[But then, a man named Kouichi seems suspicious about the trio.]
Kouichi: "Wait, wait. Should we really be talking about this in front of them?"
Yoimiya: "Oh, don't worry, they're my friends, you can trust them! They came with me to check up on the boat."
Paimon: "Yeah! You could say we're all in the same BOAT here! Haha..."

[To prevent suspiciousness, Musashi and Lumine introduces themselves to Kouichi.]
Musashi: "Pleasure to meet you."
Lumine: "My name is Lumine, and this my (girl)friend Musashi."

[Lumine said the "girl" part in a low voice. However, Yoimiya, with her sharp hearing, was quite surprised that Musashi was Lumine's lover. Luckily, Kouichi didn't hear the "girl" part and sighed in relief.]
Kouichi: "Oh, I see... Sorry, I didn't mean to doubt you, I'm just being cautious. The boat is ready, but I'll have to be discreet moving it here."
Paimon: "Huh? Why is that?"
Kouichi: "Because of the Sakoku Decree. The Tenryou Commission is really suspicious of any kind of seaborne vessel. Even the smallest ones - they'll stop and interrogate us, demanding to know what we plan on doing with it. It's a real nuisance."
Yoimiya: "I understand. I'm sorry for dragging you into this mess..."

[Kouichi just laughed softly because he didn't mind at all.]
Kouichi: "Haha, don't be silly. I'm actually happy that you came to me for help. I've always come to you for fireworks, and again this time - so just consider this my way of saying thank you. Right, I'll go fetch the boat now. I should be back shortly."
Yoimiya: "Thank you! If it's on the way, you can always pick up your fireworks from my house. Everything was made in strict accordance with what was on the paper slip, you won't find the slightest thing wrong with them."

[Speaking of fireworks, Kouichi also got excited as well.]
Kouichi: "Alright then. The fireworks show will be starting soon, won't it - you should make sure your new friends get to see it. It's an Inazuman tradition, after all."
Yoimiya: "Yep, that's the plan! ...Oh! You know what, you should tell them about your past - about the first time you ordered fireworks from my family."
Kouichi: "That's a long story, actually... Where do I start..."

[But before Kouichi could tell the trio about the history between him and Yoimiya family, he remembers that he need to fetch the boat now.]
Kouichi: "...Oh, uh - maybe I'll come back to that after moving the boat here."
Yoimiya: "Oh, right, yeah. Got caught up in the conversation there, hehe."
Kouichi: "Okay, well, I'll leave you to it for now and meet you back here later."

[Kouichi runs away to fetch the boat. On the other hand, the trio are looking at Yoimiya with mocking smile, which makes her giggles nervously.]
Yoimiya: "Hehe, lucky he reminded me, otherwise I would've ended up chatting the rest of the day away. I've been so busy with the fireworks business these past few days that I haven't had a moment to stop and chat with anyone. Ugh, it's killing me. Of course, Pops is happy to listen to me chatter away... but because he can hardly hear anything, it's difficult to get an interesting reaction from him..."

[Yoimiya sighed a little. But, she wants to get the job done.]
Yoimiya: "...Aaaand I'm doing it again, aren't I? Ugh. What I meant to say was, while Kouichi is bringing the boat here, we should try to find some firework materials. I need to make fireworks not just for you guys, but for those kids and Sakujirou as well. We're missing a lot of materials."
Lumine: "If it's too much trouble, don't worry about us."

[Yoimiya shakes her head. She wants this to be the best Firework Festival ever.]
Yoimiya: "It'll be fine. It's actually like this every year, there's always a bunch of extra orders to slot in here and there. When people want fireworks, it's always because they have something to commemorate. And if they miss the chance, they might never get another one. So, no matter how busy I am, I'm always happy to take their orders."
Paimon: "So, what you're trying to say is that you enjoy the work?"

[Yoimiya nods excitedly.]
Yoimiya: "Oh, I do! I really do. Being born into a family of fireworks makers, I feel like since I was a kid, I've been obsessed with watching things go BOOM and then seeing all the lights and colors and..."

[Again, the trio just look at Yoimiya with.... a funny smile.]
Yoimiya: ...Uh, but what I really wanted to say was: Don't worry about me, it'll all be fine!
Lumine: "Oh, so THAT's what you meant..."
Musashi: "And... Uh... Your main point got a bit buried in all the extra information."
Yoimiya: "Sorry, sorry! It's just that good conversation can be as fleeting as fireworks, sometimes, you know? So when I'm in the mood and I've got a lot to say, I just have to get it all out there in one go and leave no regrets!Let's head to the city, I think I'll try my luck with some people that I know."
Musashi: "Okay~ Lead on, then."

[Yoimiya lead the way as the four of them walks back to the city. They walks towards the east side of the city, and...]
Yoimiya: "Ah, here we are!"

[Turns out, Yoimiya wants to meet someone.]
Yoimiya: Hello, Morihiko. How's business these days?

Morihiko: :Haha, Yoimiya, there you are. I thought you might show up. No need to beat about the bush - you'll be here for the firework materials, I assume? I put a batch aside just for now. It'll definitely be enough."

[How shocked and excited Yoimiya was as a man named Morihiko alread prepares the material for fireworks.]
Yoimiya: "Huh? Really? How did you know!?"
Morihiko: "Because a fireworks show is coming up! And that usually means you'll be running all over the place trying to get your hands on some last-minute materials. I've come to expect it now. There's always a few extras unaccounted for, eh."

[At the same time, Musashi whispers on Lumine's ear.]
Musashi: ("You could say... Yoimiya is also famous around here, just like Ayaka".)
Lumime: ("Yeah. I can see why.")

[Yoimiya scratches her hair as she blushed a little.]
Yoimiya: "So... sorry for bothering you every time..."
Morihiko: "Ah, come on now, you know I didn't mean it like that! I'd sooner have my business go under than turn down one of your requests."

[Then, Morihiko looks at the trio with a smile.]
Morihiko: "What about you two, are you the ones needing some fireworks made?"
Musashi: "Hi, yes, thank you ever so much."
Lumine: "Sorry for the trouble."

[Morihiko just laughed softly as he feels it's no trouble at all.]
Morihiko: "Haha, it's no trouble at all, my friend."

[Morihiko sighed a little. He were reminiscing about his past.]
Morihiko: "Once when I'd had an argument with my son, Yoimiya was the one who came and calmed him down. I'm hopeless at communicating with him. If it wasn't for Yoimiya, who knows, he probably would've run away by now..."
Yoimiya: "Naw, it was never gonna come to that. He's a sensitive kid and he cares a lot about your feelings. It's just... he doesn't know how to express it. Maybe if you turned that frown upside down once in a while, he might feel more at ease."

[The trio learnt about Yoimiya knows the truth of Morihiko's son. And she's the one who helps Morihiko and his son.]
Morihiko: "Yeah, I guess I'm probably too serious around him...
Morihiko: Which is strange, because I don't think I'm anything like that when I'm talking with other people..."
Yoimiya: "Don't worry about it! No one's perfect. If you have any more trouble in the future, just come to me. Even if it's not fireworks-related, I'll happily oblige. Customers come first, always."

[Morihiko laughed softly as he feels thankful for Yoimiya. So... He decides to give something for free.]
Morihiko: "Haha~ alright then. Everyone's always saying what a good kid you are. Your father must be very proud of you. Go ahead and take the ore, by the way. It's on the house."
Yoimiya: "Oh no you don't! That's out of question!"

[Morihiko shakes his head. He doesn't need that money.]
Musashi: (Form of Gratitude, huh?)
Morihiko: "Relax, just take it as a token of my gratitude."
Yoimiya: "Gratitude won't pay your bills, though... Don't do this to me, can't we just play by normal business rules here?"
Morihiko: "I already said it's fine. Please, just take it. Surely you've got a whole load of other things you need to get done today?"

[Again, Yoimiya doesn't want to take things for free. She keeps insist that she will pay Morihiko soon.]
Yoimiya: "Um... Well, how about this, then: I'll record this in my notebook, and we can consider it a down payment against any fireworks you want to purchase in the future."
Musashi: (Boy... Yoimiya keep insists about this.)

[Morihiko just sighed and smiles. He knows better about Yoimiya.]
Morihiko: "There's no convincing you, is there...Alright then, if you insist. Pass on my regards to your dad. Tell him Morihiko wishes him health and happiness."
Yoimiya: "Will do. You look after yourself as well. Don't push yourself too hard - you don't wanna make yourself ill again."

[The trio and Yoimiya says goodbye to Morihiko. As they walks around, the trio seems impressed by Yoimiya's current life.]
Paimon: "Everyone seems to really like you, Yoimiya."
Lumine: "Seems like you'd happily do anything for anyone."

[Yoimiya chuckles softly.]
Yoimiya: "You're not the first person to say that. In fact, some people think I'll literally do any favor they ask me to. When that happens, I say to them "Hey! This is a fireworks store! We do fireworks!" But, ugh. They don't always listen. So, it can't be helped... but also, it's not really a big deal."
Musashi: "Fireworks are pretty important to Inazumans, huh?"

[Yoimiya just nods her head.]
Yoimiya: "Well, for one thing, if you want to commemorate something, naturally you're gonna want something loud, bright, and beautiful. But I think more importantly than that, everyone trusts us. If it wasn't for our customers, we wouldn't be able to stay in business."

[And again, all of this... All because of Business. But then, Yoimiya needs to proceed to next phase.]
Yoimiya: "Anyway, we've got all the materials we need now, so that solves that problem! Next, we just need to go find someone to process them!"
Musashi: "And that is...?"
Yoimiya: "Amenoma Smithy!"

[Swiftly, the trio follows Yoimiy to Amenoma Smithy. And when they arrived there, they meet the blacksmith and the owner of the smith...]
Yoimiya: "Hajime, Mr. Amenoma! It's me!"

Hajime: "Ah, Yoimiya. If I'm not mistaken, you must be here for some firework materials?"

[Paimon whispers on Musashi and Lumine's ears.]
Paimon: ("Seems like everyone knows how busy Yoimiya gets leading up to the fireworks show.")
Musashi: ("Well, that's Yoimiya for ya".)
Lumine: ("I can see Yoimiya is a type of person that wants to do her best for the entire show".)

[Hajime sighed as he keeps smackes the hot iron with hammer.]
Hajime: "I'm very sorry, would you be able to wait for a while? I have quite a backlog of weapons orders right now."
Yoimiya: "No worri-"

[But... Yoimiya suddenly realized... They were fight against time.]
Yoimiya: "Oh wait, actually... Ahh, yeah, that could be a problem... some worries. Oh, how about this! Do you need a hand? As long as we can get through your orders, you can help me process my ore, right?"
Hajime: "Uh... that will depend on my master..."

[Swiftly, Yoimiya tries to persuades the owner.]
Yoimiya: "Oh, you don't mind, do you, Mr. Amenoma! As you know, it's not long now until the Naganohara Fireworks Show starts. There's still a lot of fireworks left to make. If I don't finish them on time..."

Amenoma Tougo: "Talkative as ever, I see, dear child. The essence of Amenoma Art is patience and focus. When the mind is disturbed, it will show in the blade that is forged. If you badger Hajime like this, you will only succeed in disrupting his concentration."
Hajime: "B-But, this is a special circumstance, surely! The Naganohara Fireworks Show is right around the corner..."

[Mr. Amenoma just sighed a bit. But then, he offers to help, which shocked Hajime a lot.]
Amenoma Tougo: "So give me your ore, and I will process it for you."
Hajime: "Huh!? Master... you mean, you'll do the work personally?"
Amenoma Tougo: "Is that so surprising? It is, after all, the only option."
Yoimiya: "Thank you for helping out, Mr. Amenoma!"

[Yoimiya swiftly gives the ore to Mr. Amenoma. In fact, the trio seems curious with his smithcraft.]
Amenoma Tougo: "You're quite welcome. The Naganohara Fireworks Show is an important event, this I know well. In addition to this, I am indebted to Ryuunosuke for all the business he has given me. But Yoimiya... you should plan things more carefully in the future. Do not rush everything at the last minute."
Yoimiya: "Hehe, I'll try my best. In the future, I'll get some extra materials in to cover any unexpected changes of plan late in the day."

*CHOP!*
[Musashi just karate-chopped Yoimiya's head softly.]
Musashi/Lumine: "Hear that?"
Yoimiya: "Ehe~"
Paimon: "Ehe te Nandayo!?"

[Mr. Amenoma sighed as he looks at the ore.]
Amenoma Tougo: "Though for you, dear child, no matter how much you prepare in advance, it may never be enough... Excuse me. I will be back shortly."

[Some time later... Slowly and steadily... Amenoma Tougo finishes processing the ore. The four of them, especially Yoimiya were impressed by this craft.]
Yoimiya: "Wow, Mr. Amenoma! Just look at the shape and size of these grains... It's beautiful. I'm at a loss for words. It's been a while since I've seen you take up your tools, but it looks like your craft hasn't degraded one bit."
Amenoma Tougo: "Of course. I have studied these techniques my whole life... they are impossible for me to forget."
Paimon: "So... Have Amenoma Art and Naganohara Fireworks been working together for a really long time already?"

[Mr. Amenoma nods his head and look at the bright sky. He starts to tell the story of the past.]
Amenoma Tougo: "Back in the day, it was my master and Ryuunosuke's father. The people may have changed from one generation to another, but the ingredients required to make fireworks have remained the same. Hajime, in the future, this will be up to you."
Hajime: "I know, I know..."
Yoimiya: "Hahaha, alright, I won't bother you guys any longer. Remember to come and watch the fireworks!"

[After Yoimiya got what she wanted from the smithy, she looks back at the trio.]
Yoimiya: "Okay, you three! Time to head off. Kouichi probably isn't back just yet, but let's go wait for him!"
Musashi: "Okay! Let us be off!"

[The trio leaves the smithy and walks back towards sub-urban area to meet Kouichi.]

(15 minutes later...)
[As they arrived at the sub-urban area... They didn't see Kouichi on the site. Yoimiya used this moment as a chance for...]
Yoimiya: "Ah, just as I thought, he isn't back yet. But not to worry, because actually, I've been hoping for a chance to have a nice long chat with you all day. Sorry for dragging you with me everywhere... Everyone's been so good to me though. It's all gone really smoothly, hee-hee."
Paimon: "Feels like Paimon has barely spoken a word this whole trip."
Musashi: "You seem to get along well with everyone."
Lumine: "It was nice just listening quietly."

[Yoimiya scratches her hair in nervousness. She feels bad for the trio.]
Yoimiya: "I felt like I was neglecting you guys, so I wanted to find an opportunity to catch up. When we first met, I was in a hurry. We didn't have a chance to sit down and have a proper chat. You guys are travelers, right? So, where else did you go before coming to Inazuma?"

[Lumine, Musashi and Paimon looks at each other first for a second. Then, they smiles and nods.]
Lumine: "First is... Mondstadt, the City of Freedom, where i met Musashi and Paimon."
Yoimiya: "Sounds great! I heard that they pretty much have no rules over there, right? So people are free to live their life however they want, doing whatever makes them happy. My pops actually received a gift from one of his old customers over there. It was from the winery or something..."

[And speaking of Winery...]
Paimon: "Dawn Winery! Their Dandelion Wine is super famous."
Yoimiya: "Oh, yes! That's the one. I remember when he drank it - hee-hee, I've never seen him enjoy a bottle of wine so much in his life! He was telling me all night about how good it tasted."

[And not just Mondstadt...]
Musashi: "Also... Liyue, the nation of contracts."
Yoimiya: "I haven't been to Liyue before, but from what I've heard from Miss Beidou, it sounds like a really interesting place. But something big happened there recently, right? Didn't their archon leave all of sudden?"

[Paimon sighed as she tries to tell the tale about what happened to Liyue before they arrives at Inazuma weeks ago.]
Paimon: "Yeah, a lot of crazy things went down as a result. Luckily, everyone worked together to stave off a huge disaster that could have wiped out the whole city."
Yoimiya: "Oh, well that's good to hear. I gotta say, it's pretty remarkable that the citizens managed to step up and keep things going even after their archon left. I mean, I sure can't imagine Inazuma without the Shogun. My friend once said to me that only people with a strong will and a clear purpose decide to go traveling. Maybe it's to see a certain view or to fulfill a certain wish..."

[And, Yoimiya seems curious the goal of their journey.]
Yoimiya: "So... What made you guys embark on your treacherous journey to Inazuma?"

[And... Lumine remembers Aether and also the moment when they are reunited in wrong time...]
Lumine: "I'm looking for my lost brother‍."
Paimon: "And we're looking for answers from the gods, too."

[After hearing Lumine's answer. Yoimiya starts to feel bad for asking her that question.]
Yoimiya: "Oh... That must be really tough."
Lumine: "Sometimes it is. But, I'm slowly learning to cope."

[And then, Yoimiya turned her attention to Musashi.]
Yoimiya: "How about you, Musashi?"
Musashi: "Eh? Me...?"
Yoimiya: "Yup...! Are you also searching for someone?"

[Musashi sighed sadly... She looks at Lumine's sad face. Then, she shakes her head.]
Musashi: "I have my own reasons... But for now... My current objective.. Is to help Lumine. I need to help her to find her brother."

[Yoimiya can see the sadness from Musashi's face. She knows there must be more than that. But Yoimiya decides not to ask more.]
Yoimiya: "I get it. Well, if that's how it is, then that's how it is. Eh-he, y'know, I was going to ask you guys if you wanted to stay here in Inazuma. Unlike the outside world, what Inazuma seeks is eternity. In other words, a state of tranquility, where very little ever changes. The advantage of that is that if you're tired from your journey, Inazuma's a great place to come and rest."

[Yoimiya tries to put her thought into words in easy way.]
Yoimiya: "Umm... let me put it this way. I was just worried that you might be getting weary, and if you keep pressing on in that state, you might start to lose sight of the things that made you want to start your journey in the first place."

[Paimon sighed as she agrees with Yoimiya.]
Paimon: "Sometimes, that's also just how it is."
Yoimiya: "When you're exhausted, everything becomes an uphill struggle. Even trying to have fun - you won't be able to enjoy yourself if you're too tired. An adventurer friend of mine once told me that if you're too focused on reaching the end of the race, you'll miss a lot of opportunities and precious moments to be had along the way."

[Yoimiya's words manages to pierced through Musashi's and Lumine's heart. They knew Yoimiya was right. As they were traveling around the world... They need to enjoy all of the moments they had.]
Lumine: "I'll bear that in mind."
Yoimiya: "Don't worry though, I'm sure I can think of some way to get you feeling relaxed and happy! And you're here now, so even if you're gonna leave eventually, I wanna make sure you at least leave with fond memories. Who knows - once you're reunited with your family, maybe you'll find Inazuma the right kind of place to call home."

[Yoimiya's smiles manages to make Musashi's heart flutter a little. It caused her face got red a bit.]
Musashi: "I'll add it to my list of candidates."
Yoimiya: "Hehe, I already have an idea of the color and type of fireworks I wanna give you guys. I'll keep it a secret for now, though."

[But then, they saw Kouichi is coming to them.]
Kouichi: "Yoimiya, I'm back! Sorry to keep you waiting! Let's head over to the boat... or, uh, did you want to keep chatting a little longer?"
Musashi: "Well... We just finished, as it happens."
Kouichi: "Okay, good. Let's go, then. Just act naturally, though, we don't want to raise any suspicion."
Paimon: "If it can withstand the storms out on the ocean, it must be super sturdy, right?"
Kouichi: "Absolutely. Rest assured that the quality is guaranteed."

[The trio and Yoimiya follows Kouichi to look at the ship's condition. But, when they got there... They were shocked.]
Paimon: "That's way too small!"
Lumine: "But, It is technically sturdy though..."
Musashi: "Makes me think of Atsuko-chan."

[Kouichi just sighed because of the ship that he can provide is too small.]
Kouichi: "Can't be helped, I'm afraid, this is the biggest and sturdiest boat that I can provide. It's built from the finest Inazuman timber. Still, I'll be the first to admit that if he's planning to ride this into the storm, it's going to be exceedingly dangerous..."
Yoimiya: "I'm also hoping Sakujirou won't have to use it. It's just there as a last resort. I gotta say, though, Kouichi, it feels like your craft has improved once again."

[Kouichi laughed after his craft skills being complimented by Yoimiya herself.]
Kouichi: "Haha, I'm not the one you should be praising. It's all thanks to the guys who kindly pitched in. To avoid detection, we each worked on our own materials separately, then assembled them secretly in the night. This is the largest we could afford to build it. Any bigger and there's no way it would pass the Tenryou Commission's inspection."
Yoimiya: "Let's store the boat here for now, then. I'll fill Sakujirou in when I get back, he'll need to make some preparations before setting sail."

[And because of that, the trio seems worried about Yoimiya and Sakujirou.]
Paimon: "Uh-oh, Paimon feels really worried all of a sudden... Uh... Doesn't helping Sakujirou make you a collaborator in the eyes of the Tenryou Commission?"
Yoimiya: "Haha, maybe it does, but I knew what I was getting into from the moment I agreed to help him. My family has pretty good connections with the Yashiro Commission. We work very closely with them. And whenever there's a national event of any sort, the other two Commissions come to us, too. As long as I'm polite and respectful and don't cause a fuss, they won't look to cause trouble for me, either. And anyway, to your point about collaboration... you've been helping out too, right?"
Paimon: "That's true, this was all a collaborative effort... wait, huh? Oh no!"

*PLAK!*
[Musashi slaps her own forehead in frustration. On the other hand, Lumine just pinches the bridge of her nose.]
Lumine: "We were chased by the Millelith in Liyue, too."
Musashi: "Do we have to be the bad guys in Inazuma as well?"

[Yoimiya claps her hand and chuckles lightly. She finally knows about the trio being chase out like crimimals in Liyue.]
Yoimiya: "Ah, so you're seasoned crooks already, eh? Don't know what I was worried about then! Hehe."

[But then, Yoimiya looks at Kouichi and pats his shoulder in gratitude.]
Yoimiya: "Anyway, thanks for everything, Kouichi. Oh, and your fireworks are ready, so just go and pick them up from my house whenever you want. While you're there, you can get my pops to settle the boat construction fees."
Kouichi: "Oh, don't worry about paying anything. Third Sis would be sure to scold me if she found out I'd taken Mora from the Naganoharas."

[The trio tilted their head in confusion. They never heard about "Third Sis" before.]
Paimon: "Who's Third Sis?"
Yoimiya: "Oh! Uh, let me explain this one, it's a story my pops told me. There used to be a thriving merchants' guild in Inazuma, it got really prosperous. At one point, there were a dozen or so kids born around the same time to the families of the guild. They all grew up together, each of them learning their respective family's business. They were a tightly knit group of friends, but eventually, they all grew up and decided they each wanted to go into business themselves. It was inevitable that their business would send them all to different corners of the world, and that they'd have far less opportunity to see each other in the future."
Kouichi: "That's right. Just before we went our separate ways, the eldest of the group suggested that we should all go watch some fireworks together one last time."

[Yoimiya chuckles as she agrees with Kouichi. They keeps telling more about "The Third Sis".]
Yoimiya: "Hehe, they were all very ambitious types, and each had their own knack for doing business. One by one, they left, until Kouichi was the only one of them remaining in Inazuma. After that, he hardly saw them. But whenever one of them did come back to visit, fireworks would always be involved."
Kouichi: "Yeah, no matter how close you and your friends are, there's always going to be some distance after being separated for a long time. But as soon as the fireworks lit up the sky, it'd instantly take us right back to our childhood, and we'd be chatting away like in the old days. To us, those memories are eternal."
Paimon: "Ohh, so this is what you meant when you were talking about commemorating things."

[Yoimiya nods her head. She wants to tell more. But there's still a job on the list.]
Yoimiya: "Yep, that's exactly right. That's why I can't let people down when they're counting on me for their fireworks. Anyway, I need to go update Sakujirou. See you, Kouichi! Thanks again for your help!"
Kouichi: "Yeah, I should get out of here, too. I don't want to get caught red-handed."

[The trio and Yoimiya parted ways with Kouichi. Swiftly, They runs back to Yoimiya's house to tell Sakujirou about the ships. And there...]
Yoimiya: "The boat is a-ready and waiting. I'll mark the location for you on the map. Before you leave, I recommend that you pack some food and water. You can never be too prepared."
Sakujirou: "Ah... After how much effort it took to get back in, it's hard to convince myself to leave again... especially when I'll be going up against the stormy ocean on a tiny little boat... My prospects don't look great."

[It seems Sakujirou has a second thought about leaving Inazuma. But they all know Sakujirou had no choice.]
Yoimiya: "Well, they won't look much better if you get caught by the Tenryou Commission... I'm afraid that sooner or later, they are going to find you here. Time is starting to run out."
Sakujirou: "I'm sorry, I'll make sure to get out of here before they come. I promise I won't cause you and your family any more trouble."
Yoimiya: "I didn't mean it like that. If we ran into any problems, I'm sure I'd figure something out. But if the Tenryou Commission does catch up to you, then make a run for the boat."]

[Sakujirou wants to leave. But something inside him makes him reluclant to leave. He sighed deeply.]
Sakujirou: "Okay. I won't let them catch me... But... Ah, I guess this whole trip was a waste in the end."
Paimon: "Why did you wanna come back to Inazuma anyway? Is there something you wanted to do?"

[Sakujirou sighed deeply again. He just tries to explain his reason.]
Sakujirou: "I didn't use to like this place at all, that's why I left. But looking back on things now, I was really just running away from my responsibilities. Once I started to realize that, I got restless. I couldn't stop thinking about the people and the things I'd left behind... So, I... Ah, forget it, what does it matter now. It's too late, anyway. I originally wanted to make up for all my regrets, but instead, I found myself in the situation I'm in now."
Paimon: "Talk to us about it, maybe we could-"
Yoimiya: "If only there was no Sakoku Decree, huh."

[Yoimiya blames Sakoku Decree from the beginning. Even Musashi also believes it as well. Makoto appears beside Musashi, just to apologize.]
Makoto: "Musashi... I'm sorry. This is all-"
Musashi: (None of this is your fault. I'll think about how to stop this.)

[Makoto could only nods and smiles sadly before she goes back to Musashi's soul. At the same time, Yoimiya tries to cheer Sakujirou and keep trying to help.]
Yoimiya: "Anyway, don't worry, we're not going to bother you about it. We'll keep trying to buy you as much time as possible until you reach your final decision. The Tenryou Commission... If only they weren't so overzealous, there might be a way..."

[Yoimiya tries to think a way to help... And...]
Yoimiya: "Oh, that's right! That elderly couple, old customers of ours - their son's in the Tenryou Commission, isn't he? Yeah, quite high up, as well. That's it! I'll go talk to them. Maybe they can do something!"
Sakujirou: "Um... Are you sure they won't just report me instead?"
Yoimiya: Oh, don't worry about that. They're really nice people, I know them well. They won't cause us any issues. Alright, you should get back indoors, Sakujirou. We'll be back in no time time at all."

[Yoimiya pushed Sakujirou back inside. The trio just sweatdropped a little.]
Yoimiya: "Okay, let's go. Time waits for no one."
Musashi: "Okay then!"
Lumine: "Let's go and meet these two elders!"

[The trio swiftly runs to meet those Elders...]
Yoimiya: "Wait, hang on...!"

*SREEE~~*
[All of a sudden, Musashi, Lumine and Paimon brakes their speed, and look back.]
Musashi: "What is it!?"
Yoimiya: "What about the fireworks? All those materials... there's so many orders to finish... Oh, never mind. I know, I'll write him a note telling him to sort out the fireworks!"

[Yoimiya swiftly finishes writing the paper slip. They all are finally ready to set off.]

(30 minutes later...)
[And after 30 minutes of walks, the four of them finally arrived at Konda Village.]

Musashi: "Hello, Konda Village~"
Lumine: "We are back~"

[Musashi and Lumine just whistles a bit. At the same time, Yoimiya lead the trio to meet Imatani Kaori and Imatani Saburou.]

Imatani Kaori: "Well! If it isn't Yoimiya! Come on in, dear, come and take a seat. Are these two your friends?"
Yoimiya: "Yes, they're travelers from afar. Outsiders have a very difficult time getting into Inazuma nowadays."

Imatani Saburou: "Indeed, these are unprecedented times. But seeing as they came all this way, we locals should give them a warm welcome."
Yoimiya: "Mm-hmm. Oh, before I forget - I brought the fireworks that you ordered."

[Yoimiya swiftly gives the fireworks that Imatani Elders just ordered.]
Imatani Saburou: "Oh, thank you, dear. Your family is so good to us, every year. First your father, and now you. I wonder if I'll still be alive to see the next heir of Naganohara Fireworks."
Yoimiya: "Of course you will, you're both in great health! Don't say things like that, it's bad luck."

[The old lady Kaori just sighed. She knows her and her husband's body are. It's already reaching it's limit.]
Imatani Kaori: "We aren't as young as we once were, though. The body knows it. It used to be that I could spend all day working the land, carrying water back and forth, but now, even a moment of light work leaves me with all sorts of aches and pains. I wanted to do some weeding yesterday, but as soon as I bent down to get started, I suddenly felt that if I went any further, I wouldn't be able to get back up again."
Yoimiya: "No worries, say no more - we'll handle it!"

[Swiftly, The old man shakes her head. He doesn't want to bother the four of them with trivial matter.]
Imatani Saburou: "No, no, no, we can't be putting you to work when you're a guest in our home. I'll just go fetch the tea and some snacks, and then we'll continue our conversation."
Yoimiya: "It's fine, it's not like it's the first time I've helped you with chores. I just haven't had much time recently with the fireworks show coming up - but once that's outta the way, I'll be sure to come by more often."
Paimon: "It's no trouble, really. We don't mind helping."

[The old lady sighed again. She feels the both of them has caused trouble for the trio and Yoimiya for helping with this trivial matter.]
Imatani Kaori: "You're such good kids... As for mine, he's all grown up now, hasn't found anyone yet, and he doesn't visit very often. If you're quite sure it's no trouble, then... I have some pickled radish here, would you mind delivering it to Satoru on the other side of the village?"
Yoimiya: "Sure, it won't take us a moment. The old folks aren't very mobile, so c'mon, let's help them out. We'll get rid of the weeds first and then deliver the pickled radish."

[And first thing first... Cleaning all of those weeds on the Elder's courtyard.]
Paimon: "Yikes~ So many wild weeds..."
Lumine: "I can understand that. The Elders are already old..."
Musashi: "In that case..."

[Musashi slowly takes out one of her katana. Lumine swiftly mantain distances between her and the others.]
Lumine: "Takes two steps back, everyone."
Yoimiya: "Eh? S-Sure."
Paimon: "Hehe~ Slime's Lover is doing Chores with her katana!"

*SLASH!* *SLASH!*

Yoimiya: "Holy smokes!!!"

[With just two swings, all of the weeds were already cut off. It makes their job easier.]
Musashi: "And... Done."
Yoimiya: "Yeah, you got it. And that should just about do it. Satoru is on the other side of the village, let's go see him now."

[But, before they gone to see Satoru...]
Musashi: "Gramps! We're done with the cleaning!"
Lumine: "We'll be back after we finish with this pickled radish!"
Imatani Kaori: "Thank you, dears. Sorry to make you run errands for us."
Imatani Saburou: "I'll brew some tea and prepare some snacks for when you get back."

[Yoimiya leads the trio to meet Satoru. Turns out, Satoru is standing in front of his house.]
Yoimiya: "Hey, Satoru, how have you been? Keeping well?"

Satoru: "Same as usual, not much has changed. You're looking full of life, as always."
Yoimiya: "All thanks to the support of our loyal customers. The family business just keeps getting better and better. We sold some fireworks to Liyue a while back, and word is they were a real hit. So it looks like we'll be getting more business from over there in the future."

[Satoru just chuckles after how much spirits and energy he can see from Yoimiya.]
Satoru: "That must mean a lot more work for you though? Are you sure you and Mr. Ryuunosuke can manage? If it gets too much, don't forget you can always ask me for help. Hmm?"
Yoimiya: "We should be fine. I think we can cope. Oh yeah, um, this is some Pickled Radish from Mrs. Imatani."

[Lumine swiftly gives the pickled radish to Satoru, which he accepts it with gratitude.]
Satoru: "Wow, thank you so much! I never used to be a fan of Pickled Radish, would you believe. But then I tried some of Mrs. Imatani's homemade stuff, and I couldn't get enough of it. It's a family staple now."
Yoimiya: "Speaking of your family, how is everyone doing?"

[Satoru just chuckles. It's all normal for him.]
Satoru: "They're doing well. We have the occasional heated argument, but... I guess that's every family ever. Being close to family is better than never getting to see them, even if it does mean putting up with some conflict. Now, Mr. and Mrs. Imatani seem to have a great relationship - but still, they must get lonely with their child never visiting."
Yoimiya: "Huh, they didn't seem that way to me. I think they're just used to it. You make a good point though. I should drop by more often in the future. That way, they won't get so bored."
Satoru: "I'm sure they'd love that - as would all of us in Konda Village. You're always welcome here."
Yoimiya: "Hee-hee, thank you."

[They all walks away from Satoru after completing the errands. Now, all that left to do is...]
Yoimiya: "Now that we've finished all the chores, it's time to talk to the Imatanis about Sakujirou."
Musashi: "Yup, the sooner we get there, the better!"

[After they done with the errands... The four of them runs back to see the old couple.]
Musashi: "We're back, gramps!"
Lumine: "We're finished with those errands!"
Imatani Kaori: "That was quick! Ah, young people are so handy."
Yoimiya: "Younger people have bundles of energy, and older people have a wealth of wisdom. Each have their strengths."
Imatani Saburou: "Speaking of youth..."

[Speaking of youth... The old man and the old lady starts to reminiscing.]
Imatani Saburou: "Do you know what? It's been 50 years this year."
Imatani Kaori: "Oh, so it has! Goodness, how the time flies... You barely notice as the years go by, but then suddenly, 50 years have passed."
Paimon: "50 years since what? Some important day?"
Imatani Saburou: "Haha, well, if you must know, it was 50 years ago, back in the days when this young lady was still trying to win me over, that-"

[The old lady just pats her husband's shoulder. The trio and Yoimiya just chuckled.]
Imatani Kaori: "Oh, stop trying to impress them. We both know you were the one who was hopelessly smitten and desperately trying to win my affection..."
Imatani Saburou: "Well, maybe you're right. 50 years ago, I proposed to my wife at the Naganohara Fireworks Show. We've been together ever since."

[That really impresses the trio.]
Lumine: "Congratulations to you both."
Musashi: "You should be very proud of what you have."

[Saburou laughed happily. He decides to tell how it happened.]
Imatani Saburou: To tell the truth, I was still a little uncertain. I wasn't sure what I was doing when I walked into the Naganoharas' shop and ordered my firework. Even as it was rising up into the sky... I still had no clue what I was going to say. But then it exploded... the sky lit up... I looked back at her and saw her eyes, twinkling in the light of the fireworks... Before I knew what was happening, apparently, I'd already said it, and well, she'd said yes."
Imatani Kaori: "50 years... In some ways, it's a long time, in others, it's no time at all. Really, it's just a number. But 50 years of being together... now that is something worth commemorating."

[Yoimiya feels glad and seems proud for the old couple that manages to keep their marriage for 50 years.]
Yoimiya: "I had no idea it was your 50th anniversary. If I'd known, I would've made some extra-fancy fireworks, just for you."
Imatani Kaori: "Oh, no, it's quite alright. We always set off the same firework every year. It wouldn't be the same without it. Seeing that firework go off takes us right back to those days. Even at this age, we still look back with not a single regret."
Paimon: "Aw, what a great relationship they have..."

[Saburou laughed again. But, he suddenly feels there is something that Yoimiya wants to discuss with him and his wife.]
Imatani Saburou: "Enough about us, though. Yoimiya, aren't you busy with the fireworks show coming up? Was there something you needed to discuss?"
Yoimiya: "Yeah, um... it's a difficult thing to talk about, but here goes..."

[Yoimiya tells the Imatanis about Sakujirou. The Elders just sighed.]
Imatani Saburou: "Hmm... Sakujirou... so, he came back."
Yoimiya: "Huh? You know him?"

[The old lady nods her head. She knows the history of Sakujirou and her son.]
Imatani Kaori: "He was our boy's best friend when they were young. They were inseparable. They grew up together, shared everything with each other, and went everywhere together. But one day, they had a terrible argument..."
Imatani Saburou: "Sakujirou seemed to feel that Inazuma was too peaceful, and wanted to see what the outside world was like. But our Keisuke took after his father and mother. He felt that there was nothing wrong at all with being peaceful. You know what children are like, they get terribly worked up about these sorts of things. In the end, Sakujirou stormed off, and that was that."
Yoimiya: "I see..."

[Saburou just sighed as he remembers his son. His wife pats his shoulder to calm him.]
Imatani Saburou: "Keisuke said nothing to me or my wife about the fight. We could sense that he was very hurt by it, but he didn't want to talk with us about how he was really feeling. Eventually, whether out of pent-up anger or for some other reason, he joined the Tenryou Commission. He rarely comes home anymore."
Imatani Kaori: "If it was anything else, I could talk to Keisuke, and I'm sure he'd be willing to help. But since it's Sakujirou... I don't feel there's any way we can get involved."

[Swiftly... Musashi and Yoimiya knows well about the reason of Sakujirou's hesitation back then...]
Paimon: "What a strange coincidence. Who'd have thought..."
Yoimiya: "I understand now. When I asked Sakujirou why he came back, he just said "because of past mistakes" and wasn't willing to elaborate. Now, I finally understand why he can't decide what to do."

[And they realized... Two best buddies... turned into enemies.]
Paimon: "Two best buddies in childhood... one grows up to join the Tenryou Commission, the other grows up to join the Tenryou Commission's most wanted list..."
Musashi: "I guess this is fate."
Lumine: "I never would have imagined it either."

[And as always, Yoimiya keeps her optimism and her smiles.]
Yoimiya: "Well, no worries, if that's the case then never mind. We can find some other way to help Sakujirou, there's no need to make things difficult for you. This sounds like something for Sakujirou and Keisuke to resolve between themselves."
Imatani Kaori: "Yes, it'd be nice if they could go back to the way things were."
Imatani Saburou: "I think after all these years, they ought to let go of their grudges."

[Swiftly, they all runs fast and left the Konda Village. They wants to tell Sakujirou about the ships. But, when they got at Naganohara's Fireworks, it seems crowded by people.]
Musashi: "What the?"
Lumine: "Why are there so many people there?"

[Yoimiya and the trio runs fast to see what happened. And...]
Ryuunosuke: "Yoimiya, something bad's happened! Some people from the Tenryou Commission came by."

[They seems shocked by this news. They cannot believe those guards manages to find out about Sakujirou's hideout.]
Yoimiya: "Huh? Why? ... Do they know? Pops, are you alright? They didn't do anything to you, did they?"
Ryuunosuke: "I told them the show was starting soon and the place was filled with fireworks, so they shouldn't go in because it's a fire hazard. But they didn't listen. It seemed like they knew Sakujirou was inside. Luckily, Sakujirou heard them coming in time and managed to escape through the window. The Tenryou Commission wasn't able to capture him."

[But thankfully, Sakujirou manages to escape, which makes them sighed in relief. But... This is not a good news.]
Yoimiya: "This is bad news. I don't think Sakujirou had enough time to make his mind up... Pops, did you see where he went? The Tenryou Commission will definitely be chasing after him."

[The trio and Yoimiya tries to find out the identity of those people.]
Musashi: "Did you catch any of their names?"
Yoimiya: "Good point! Names, we need names! Suddenly showing up like this, surely it must be Keisuke's doing! The Commission wouldn't normally cause this big of a fuss over a stowaway."

[Ryuunosuke just shakes his head.]
Ryuunosuke: "Sorry, my ears are no good, and I didn't get a good look at them either. If you're wondering which way they went, they left the city. I wish I caught their names... But I didn't hear a thing..."

[At the same time, Morihiko walks towards them.]
Musashi: "Morihiko-san!?"
Morihiko: "As it happens, I did. I was getting some ore from my friend's place and happened to bump into them on the way over. I think their leader's name was Keisuke, just like you said."

[They finally find out about the truth... The son of those Elders are involves with this.]
Yoimiya: "Just as I thought! Thanks!"
Musashi: "What should we do now?"
Yoimiya: "If Sakujirou still hasn't made up his mind, those two running into each other won't solve anything - and even worse, there'll be no coming back from it for Sakujirou. We can't let that happen. Come with me, you three! Let's track them down!"

[They nods their heads.]
Musashi: "Okay! Let's save Sakujirou from those idiots!"
Lumine: "Yeah! Let us be off then!"

[They four of them left with haste. They need to find out where those people takes Sakujirou. Then, they all spot the kids that they met in the beach this morning.]
Yoimiya: "It's Matsuzaka and his friends! Let's ask them!"

[Yoimiya believes those kids knows something. So, they all approaches the kids.]
Matsuzaka: "Hi, Yoimiya! Are the weapons to scare away the Great Mujina Youkai ready yet?"
Yoimiya: "Oh, Mr. Ryuunosuke is making them right now. You can go collect them from my house later."
Saika: "Uh... Aren't you gonna play with us, Yoimiya?"
Yoimiya: "I'm sorry, I have something important to do right now. I'll be back later on. But I'll bring you guys some candy next time! The extra-sweet candy, the one you guys love."
Iwao: "Yay-ay! We're gonna get candy, woohoo."
Yoimiya: "Also, I wanted to ask you guys something. Did you see a bunch of scary-looking men come by here, at all?"

[Those kids swiftly nods their head and decides to share some info to the trio and Yoimiya.]
Saika: "Yep, we did! It looked like they were chasing someone!"
Iwao: "Are they trying to catch a monster, too?"
Yoimiya: "No, don't worry. It's all just a big misunderstanding. Be good kids and stay out of trouble, alright? Stay in the city for now, and I'll come play with you after the fireworks start."
Matsuzaka: "We will! We'll be on our best behavior, especially for you, Yoimiya!"

[Yoimiya nods as those childrens are playing around.]
Yoimiya: "It looks like this is the right way. Let's keep going! If Sakujirou still hasn't made up his mind, I guess I'll have to step in..."
Musashi: "We will help!"

[Then, the trio tries to find Sakujirou. But their way was being blocked by Tenryou Commission's officers.]
Yoimiya: "Look, there are people from the Tenryou Commission over there! That must be them."

[Those guards blocked their path.]
Yoshitaka: "Sorry, official business. I can't let you pass."
Yoimiya: "Sakujirou and Keisuke are up ahead, right? We need to talk to them about something."
Yoshitaka: "Didn't you hear me? You're not getting past."
Yoimiya: "Ugh, what a nuisance! Well, you've only got yourself to-"

*WHAM!*
Yoshitaka: "OUCH!"

*SMACK!*
Guard 1: "GAH!"

*BUAGH!*
Guard 2: "YOUCH!!"

*BRAGH!*
Guard 3: "YEOUCH!!"

[Swiftly, Musashi and Lumine knocked out three guards with ease! The one named Yoshitaka seems angry after being knocked out instantly.]
Yoshitaka: "How dare you impede the work of the Tenryou Commission! You will be punished for your actions! There is nowhere you can escape justice, not even at the edges of the world!"

[Yoshitaka and his troops runs away faster than normal speed.]
Musashi: "Tch! Bunch of cowards."
Yoimiya: "Look at that - the one with the loudest mouth had the fastest feet. We can't waste any more time on these guys. Let's push on, they should be just ahead."

[They push on... They runs towards seaside. But when they got there... They saw Sakujirou was defeated by Imatani Keisuke.]

Imatani Keisuke: "Your skills with the sword have stagnated, Sakujirou... You should have known that you stood no choice against me in a duel."
Sakujirou: "I never imagined I'd fall into your hands."

[But then, Sakujirou just sighed in defeat. He is ready to accept his fate.]

Sakujirou: "If this is to be my fate, I accept it. I have nothing else to say."
Imatani Keisuke: "But your return says that you finally came around to my point of view."
Sakujirou: "Whatever you say."

[Keisuke just sighed. He points his katana on Sakujirou.]
Imatani Keisuke: "You will return with me to the Tenryou Commission to await your sentencing. The one who made this boat will also be punished."
Musashi: "Wait!"

[Yoimiya and the trio runs fast and stands between Keisuke and Sakujirou.]
Yoimiya: "It doesn't have to end like this! Don't you have anything else to say to one another!?"
Imatani Keisuke: "Hey, I know you. You're Naganohara's girl, who makes the fireworks... Huh. I know you like to get involved in other people's business, but stay out of this. It does not concern you."

[Sakujirou tries to stand, he was helped by Lumine and Paimon.]
Sakujirou: "It's okay, Yoimiya. The past is the past."
Yoimiya: "Then why did you risk life and limb to get yourself back into Inazuma!? And why were you so reluctant to leave after you got here!? I'll tell you why, this is why! This is the chance you've been waiting for, to talk everything through!"

[Keisuke just sighed and starts point his sword to Yoimiya.]
Imatani Keisuke: "I have nothing to say to him. He's a criminal, I work for the Tenryou Commission. There was never any room for discussion. Out of respect for the friendship we once had, I gave him a chance to fight for his freedom. But his skills with the sword are as disappointing now as they ever were."

[Musashi clenches her fist in anger. Her anger starts to build up. Yoimiya tries to make reason with Keisuke for Sakujirou.]
Yoimiya: "What are you talking about? And just who do you think you're kidding!? You left all your subordinates back there to guard the road, making sure no one else followed you here. Seems to me like you were hoping for a chance to talk. I can see it in your faces. You both have so much to say... and you're just gonna choose to keep it all inside?"

[Keisuke just fall silent for a moment, and..]
Imatani Keisuke: "Don't flatter yourself. What would you know?"
Sakujirou: "Yoimiya, leave it. It was just my wishful thinking."

[Yoimiya furiously shakes her head. She wants to end this problem here and now.]
Yoimiya: "No, I won't leave it! I will not stand by and watch when you haven't even done anything! Keisuke, you seem to like settling things with a duel. So let's do it your way! I challenge you to a duel! If I win, then you need to say everything that's in your heart. No more running from your feelings! And the same goes for you, Sakujirou! If I win, you will tell Keisuke exactly why you came back. No matter what the consequences are. You have to tell him everything! If you don't say anything now, you may never have another chance!"
Imatani Keisuke: "And if you lose?"
Yoimiya: "Then I'll admit to collaborating with Sakujirou and accept the Tenryou Commission's punishment!"

[Sakujirou seems awed by Yoimiya's bravery.]
Sakujirou: "Yoimiya..."
Imatani Keisuke: "I accept. Let's settle this with a duel."

[Yoimiya already took out her bow.]
Yoimiya: "Then, i will-"

*SRING~*
Yoimiya: "!!!"

[All of a sudden, Musashi stands in front of Yoimiya and she already blocked Yoimiya's way with her katana.]
Musashi: "I'll handle this."
Yoimiya: "M-Musashi?"

[Musashi walks towards the battlefield. Keisuke points his swords towards Musashi.]
Musashi: "I will represent Yoimiya... I really want to teach you some manners."
Imatani Keisuke: "...No matter what, Your time is up... If you lose... all of you will receives the same punishment as-"

*SRING! *BWOSH!*

Imatani Keisuke: "!!!"

[As the shadow of Niou appears behind Musashi, Keisuke's guts shrinks instantly. His hands starts sweating and shaking hard, and...]
Yoshitaka: "Sir, we're here to back you up!"
Paimon: "Backup!? Duels are supposed to be one on one!"
Keisuke: "A-ATTACK!"

[Keisuke orders his man to attack!]
Musashi: "Heh! Let's do this!"
Lumine: "Paimon! Keep your eyes on Sakujirou!"
Yoimiya: "I'll help!"

*WUSH!* *WUSH!*
[Musashi and Lumine dashed towards the enemy with their weapon at their hand.]
Guard 1: "HYA!"
Musashi: "Oh yeah!"

*CTANG!*
[Guard 1's katana and Musashi's sword are clashing at each other. But then...]
Lumine: "Eat this!"
Guard 1: "What!?"

*BUAGH!*
[Using Musashi's shoulder as a handhold, Lumine kicked Guard 1 in the side of the head and knocked him unconscious.]
Musashi: "Great job, Lumine!"
Lumine: "It's not over yet!"

[Then, they saw one of the Guard is trying to use Fast attack to the duo.]
Guard 2: "TAKE THIS!"
Musashi: "YIKES!"
Lumine: "HAH!"

*BRUAGH!*
[Lumine stood before Musashi and she stomped on the ground and a Geo stone appeared between them and their enemy.]
Lumine: "Too slow!"
Musashi: "Let's do this thing!"

[As the stone disappeared, Musashia already in front of the Guard 2.]
Guard 2: "Wha-"

*BUAGH!*
[Musashi just hit the hoarder's guts with her knee. The hoarder just vomits blood and fall into the ground.]
Imatani Keisuke: "Tch! Press the attack!"
Lumine: "Tch! I won't let you!"

[Three Guards are moving forward to destroy them. But, Lumine is already stand in front of those three!]
Lumine: "HAAA!!!"

[This time, Lumine punches the ground. The three of them felt the vibrations from the ground. Sakujirou seems amazed by their teamwork.]
Guard 3: "W-What the!?"
Guard 4: "T-The Ground is shaking!"
Guard 5: "H-How!"

*BOOM!!!* *BRUAGH!!*
[The ground directly crashed into the three guards and instantly sent them high into the air. And, moments later, they fell to the ground and passed out.]
Paimon: "Hehe~ They are nothing!"

[Imatani Keisuke is angry right now. In just five minutes, some of his men were defeated.]
Imatani Keisuke: "Damn you!"

[Then, another guard moves forward! He tries to grabs and then throw some soil to both of them!]
Guard 6: "Eat this!!"
Yoimiya: "HYAA!"

*WUSH!* *TAK! *TAK!* *TAK!*
[Yoimiya shoots three arrow to defend themself from the soil attack.]
Guard 6: "What!?"

[The soil slowly disappeared. That guard tries to attack with his katana towards Yoimiya.]
Guard 6: "HAAAAA!!!"
Yoimiya: "Tch!"

*BRUAGH!*
[As Yoimiya appeared before the guard 6, he trying to use his giant shovel to hit her head. But... It missed.]
Hoarder 6: "Wha-"
Yoimiya: "Sorry!"

*KICK!*
[Yoimiya just disarm the guards's weapon, and...]
Yoimiya: "Hehe~"
Guard 6: "W-Wait!"

*BANG!*
[Yoimiya just hits the guard head with her bow and he passed out on the spot.]
Yoimiya: "Too easy!"
Musashi: "Nice job!"

[Yoshitaka try to throw double bomb to Lumine and Musashi. But...]
Yoshitaka: "Eat this!"
Musashi/Lumine: "....."

*THWACK!* *THWACK!*
[Lumine and Musashi easily kick the bomb. One to the sky and one back to the Guard, and...]

*BOOOOOOMMMMMM!!!!*
[The bomb exploded and hit the hoarder.]
Yoshitaka: "AAAHHHH!!!"
Musashi: "Backfired."

[Keisuke is restless. He is starting to get scared by this situation.]
Imatani Keisuke: "Tch!"

[Keisuke decides to finish his job by run and try to attack both Lumine and Musashi.]
Imatani Keisuke: "HAAAAAA!!!!"

[Lumine decides to withdraw and took four step back, and leave Keisuke to Musashi.]
Musashi: "....."
Imatani Keisuke: "EAT THIS!!!"

*WUSH!*
[Keisuke try to attack with his katana. But, before his katana could hit Musashi... she already gone.]
Imatani Keisuke: "W-Where did she go!?"

[On the air...!]
Musashi: "HAAAAAAAA!!!"

*SLASH!*
Imatani Keisuke: "!!!"

*SHATTER!*
[Musashi swings her katana from the middle of air. Keisuke tries to block it... But, as it collides... his katana was broke in half.]
Imatani Keisuke: "...."
Musashi: "You lose..."

[Keisuke just drops his broken sword. At the same time, Yoshitaka and the other injured men approach them.]
Yoshitaka: "Sir, they are too strong. We need more men..."
Imatani Keisuke: "Stand down."
Yoshitaka: "Wh-What?"
Imatani Keisuke: "I thought I told you to stay away! Now, stand down!"
Yoshitaka: "Y-Yes, Sir... Sorry!"

[Yoshitaka leaves the scene in a panic.]
Imatani Keisuke: "All of you... All of you are just as obstinate as Sakujirou was back then. Why were you so convinced that we had things to say to each other?"

[Yoimiya looks at Sakujirou and Keisuke first. Then, she gives her answer to Keisuke.]
Yoimiya: "Because... Sakujirou may not have told me about you when he came back, but he did order a firework from me. Then, your parents told me what happened between you when you were younger. Once I'd heard the story, I realized that the firework meant something special to you both. And that's why I simply refuse to believe that you have nothing to say to each other! Nobody sets off a firework to feel lonely, do they..."

[Sakujirou just sighed. He decides to tell Keisuke the truth.]
Sakujirou: "The reason I came back is that... I felt lost. It wasn't that I'd changed my mind, I just felt that what I'd done in the past was to try to escape from reality. I saw the freedom of Mondstadt, the contracts of Liyue, the wisdom of Sumeru, and the justice of Fontaine... It all left a deep impression on me. I was glad that I'd left Inazuma. But then I happened to hear about the Sakoku Decree. I was an escapee, and I was proud of that. But really, what I should have tried to do is take the good things from the outside world and bring them back home."

[Keisuke looks intently at Sakujirou. They won't even blink.]
Imatani Keisuke: "So... that's why you came back? Out of your naive hope of changing the way things are here?"
Sakujirou: "No, I let go of those delusions of grandeur. I just felt that... I never should have run away like that... After all, you never ran away."

[Keisuke seems shocked by Sakujirou's answer. This time, he starts... to feel glad.]
Sakujirou: "I don't know about you, but life hasn't been easy for me. But I just had to come back and visit. It was like fate was calling me, and I couldn't ignore it any longer."

[Keisuke sighed in relief, but also with worry.]
Imatani Keisuke: "...Life isn't easy for anyone. I truly worship the Raiden Shogun. Her ideas are my personal creed, and I desire nothing more than to see her will done. But now, my role is to punish violators of the Sakoku Decree and confiscate people's Visions. It's not what I signed up for when I joined the Tenryou Commission... I do wonder... Am I really doing the right thing?

[Sakujirou and Keisuke looks at each other... And after a few seconds, Keisuke just let Sakujirou go.]
Imatani Keisuke: "The boat is yours."
Sakujirou: "Huh?"
Imatani Keisuke: "I couldn't make you stay in Inazuma, but that doesn't mean I want to keep you here by force."
Sakujirou: "What will you say to the higher-ups?"

[Sakujirou seems worried about Keisuke being punished for his failure. But Keisuke just waves his hand.]
Imatani Keisuke: "Don't worry about that. I'll handle it. If you wanna come back, I hear that the process of returning to Inazuma from the outside world is long and complicated. But it can be done. I will lend you my help. But until then, wait for me out there. And don't kick the bucket on the way out."

[Sakujirou seems glad... He glads to see his old friend back to his own self even for a minute.]
Sakujirou: "Don't worry, Keisuke. Any chance we could watch the fireworks together?"
Imatani Keisuke: "Mm. Maybe next time."

[Sakujirou's boat departs in inscrutable silence... Keisuke sighed in relief for his friend.]
Imatani Keisuke: "I'll be demoted for sure... It's not like me to give in to childish sentiment like this. I can't explain why I went through with it."

[Musashi seems curious. She seems curious about how that boat can be found here... Different place from the place where Kouichi stored it.]
Musashi: "That boat..."
Imatani Keisuke: "It's the one that Sakujirou planned on using for his escape. I asked Yoshitaka and the others to transport it here, citing the Temporary Contraband Storage clause. Forcing Sakujirou to this spot was also something I had planned all along."

[Keisuke sighed. And smiles towards Yoimiya and the trio.]
Imatani Keisuke: "It's just like you said, Yoimiya. Even thought I hadn't fully made up my mind, my actions betrayed my intent..."
Yoimiya: "But I think you did the right thing. And look, now you've managed to resolve the grievance in your heart by talking about it."
Imatani Keisuke: "I understand now, thank you. I didn't know you were quite so perceptive - you saw right into what I was thinking."

[Yoimiya chuckles as she feels glad that Keisuke is still care for Sakujirou.]
Yoimiya: "Hehe, that's only because I know your parents so well. They're both really nice people, so I didn't think the apple would fall too far from the tree."
Imatani Keisuke: "I had heard that there was a new Naganohara running things these days. A little loud and reckless, maybe but... You live up to the family name. By the way, Naganohara Fireworks can reproduce the firework that the two of us set off back then, right Would you be able to make one for me?"

[Yoimiya shakes her head. She cannot grants Keisuke's requests.]
Yoimiya: "Sorry, no can do. Without the slip for reference, I can't make the same one again, and I'm afraid Sakujirou is the one with the slip."
Imatani Keisuke: "Ah, I see... Never mind, then."
Yoimiya: "Hehe, don't get too down just yet, though - I mentioned that Sakujirou ordered a firework from me, didn't I? I can't make another one, but I'm guessing Sakujirou probably won't be needing his anymore... It'd be a shame for it to go to waste, so I'll make an exception and let you set it off instead."
Imatani Keisuke: "...Thank you very much."
Yoimiya: "No worries. And don't miss out on the start of the fireworks show."

[Imatani Keisuke also leaves. Leaving only for of them on the beach.]
Paimon: "Yoimiya, the way you took command of that whole situation was amazing!"
Yoimiya: "What can I say - I like to talk. I'm a strong believer in the power of words. If you're not willing to communicate, then the problem just sits there. If you just keep staring at it without doing anything, eventually you'll watch every last opportunity to resolve it slip away before your eyes. Sakujirou and Keisuke can't turn back the clock in their relationship, but... that's no reason to live with remorse."

[Yoimiya glad that this problem is already over. And now... It's the party time for all of them!]
Yoimiya: "Anyway, follow me. I'll bring you to the perfect place to watch the fireworks. My pops will set off the firework that I wanted to give to you."
Musashi: "Alright!"
All: "LET'S PARTY!"

[That night... Sakujirou paddles away in his small boat. There is a flash of light and he turns around to see a firework display.]
Sakujirou: "It's...!"

[A familiar firework sets off.]
Sakujirou: "Keisuke..."

[Sakujirou begins to weep. But he feels happy now. On the other side, Yoimiya, Musashi, Lumine and Paimon watch the fireworks from Amakane Island.]
Paimon: "So, Yoimiya. These fireworks, what do they mean to you?"

[Yoimiya is captivated by the show and does not respond. Musashi, who stands behind them all, just smiles as she also enjoys these fireworks.]
Paimon: "Yoimiya?"

Lumine: ("Sst~")
Paimon: ("S-Sorry")

Yoimiya: "....."

[Yoimiya, ever the chatterbox on the road here, is uncharacteristically silent, observing the fleeting panorama of beauty thoughtfully. And, she looks back at the trio with happy smile...]
Yoimiya: "Ahh, that was amazing. It was so beautiful I could weep. Uh, I didn't actually cry, though, right? I just feel a bit misty-eyed."

[The trio feels touched by this fireworks... Their hearts are flutters by the beauty of those fireworks.]
Lumine: "It was very pretty."
Musashi: "Once again, the Naganoharas live up to their name."
Yoimiya: "Oh, remember that big one that went up first? The gold one? That's the one I had pops make for you."

[Paimon floats happily. She seems satisfied with the results of this party.]
Paimon: "Oh, Paimon saw it! It was one of the best ones, they won't forget that any time soon!"
Yoimiya: "Haha, that's what I wanted to hear. I was hoping it would leave a deep impression on you guys. No matter where your journey takes you, and no matter what hardships might lie ahead, I hope you'll always be able to look back fondly on the fireworks you saw tonight. I believe that as time goes by, this firework will only grow brighter and more beautiful in your heart. Oh, and also, you're technically my customers now. Here, this is your paper slip. If you ever wanna see that golden firework again, just come and see me."

[The trio has learned so much from today's incident and tonight's fireworks party... They all accept Yoimiya's paper slip.]
Lumine: "Thank you for the firework."
Musashi: "And... Thank you for your kindness."
Paimon: "You know, Yoimiya, you seemed to turn into a completely different person during the fireworks. You were so quiet, and it was like you couldn't hear anything it all."

[Yoimiya chuckles softly and smiles at Paimon.]
Yoimiya: "Oh, I could hear you. I just have a habit of being silent while I'm watching fireworks. Quietly watching something you made with your own hands rise into the sky, it feels like a sacred ceremony to me. You asked me what fireworks mean to me, right?"
Paimon: "Yup!"

[Paimon tries to think what is the meaning of this fireworks for those the trio and Yoimiya met today.]
Paimon: "Well, for Kouichi, who built that boat for us, and his friend, Third Sis, fireworks commemorate friendship. For Keisuke's parents, they commemorate marriage.
Paimon: And for Keisuke and Sakujirou, they were commemorating... hmm."
Lumine: "Unwavering beliefs, right?"

[Paimon swiftly takes Lumine's answer, which caused Musashi and Yoimiya laughed a bit.]
Paimon: "Oh yeah, right! Beliefs!"
Yoimiya: "Haha~ As for me... Hehe, to be honest, even though I've thought about it countless times before, I still haven't found an answer."
Paimon: "Seriously? Huh... Paimon was expecting something deep and philosophical."

[Yoimiya tries to find an answer for Paimon's question.]
Yoimiya: "Well, no one has ever asked me this before, so I've never really settled on an answer. It was by chance that I happened to be born into the Naganohara family, so it was by chance that I ended up learning this craft from my pops. It's also by chance that I've met so many people, learned so many things, and discovered that people associate watching fireworks with the things that are most precious to them. Fireworks that disappear in a flash of light are probably the furthest thing away from the eternity that our Shogun desires. But people's feelings don't just disappear, and it's those feelings that give fireworks their purpose. If nobody wanted to watch fireworks, then they wouldn't exist."

[The trio agrees with Yoimiya's ways of thinking.]
Lumine: "That's another kind of eternity."
Yoimiya: "Also, consider this: You have to have the Naganoharas, because so many people are emotionally invested in the existence of fireworks. If we didn't exist, their wishes would go unfulfilled, wouldn't they?"

[Yoimiya smiles sadly at the trio. She evens grabs Lumine's hand.]
Yoimiya: "You know... I don't really think about complicated things like this very often... But I'm proud that I was born into the Naganohara family, and have the chance to make so many pretty fireworks."

[After a moment passed, Lumine and Paimon wants to give time for Yoimiya to enjoy festival by herself. As they left, Musashi sits beside Yoimiya.]
Musashi: "You don't mind?"
Yoimiya: "I think I'll stay here for a bit longer. The show is still not quite over in my heart. Oh, but if you wanted to chat, I'll happily oblige."

[Musashi just chuckled. She just has one question only for Yoimiya.]
Musashi: "What do you want to do afterward?"
Yoimiya: "Matsuzaka and the others are still waiting for me so we can go hunt down the Great Mujina Youkai. I'm like a big sister to them, so I can't go back on my word. Also, I want to go and ask everyone what they thought of the fireworks. And over the next few days, I'd also like to thank everyone for their support. That includes you, Lumine and Paimon, too, of course."

[Musashi pats Yoimiya's head. She even caress her hair softly.]
Musashi: "Thanks a lot, Yoimiya."
Yoimiya: "Huh? Why?"
Musashi: "Because... All three of us... have learned so much from you today."

[Yoimiya just chuckles and nods her head.]
Yoimiya: "Don't mention it. Besides, I already consider you three as a part of my family."
Musashi: "Eh? Is that so?"

[And speaking of family...]
Yoimiya: "You know... Maybe you are my big sister from another world! 🤣"
Musashi: "Or maybe... You are me from this world. 😂"

[They both laughed together after making that funny jokes. And...]
Musashi: "If you ever need our help, just tell us, okay? But, we never come cheap, you know.
Yoimiya: "Then, i'll just pay you guys with my greatest fireworks!"

*BUGH!* *BUGH!* *CLAP!*

Musashi/Yoimiya: "Boom!"

[Musashi and Yoimiya did their first ever unique fist bump as Musashi accompanies Yoimiya to enjoy the rest of this fireworks festival... But what they didn't know is...]

THE DARK CLOUD IS COMING AND APPROACHING THE THREE OF THEM IN NEAR FUTURE.....

-------------- End Of Chapter 47 -------------

[A/N : That's the end of Chapter 47 of Genshin Impact : Shattered Void. In this chapter, The trio meets a bunch of kid on the beach. Those kids are asking about some creatures that even exist. But turns out, it was Yoimiya's idea to let those kids to believe that creature exist. At the same time, Naganohara Family is hosting a fireworks festival. But, before they can enjoy the festival, they all were stuck in Sakujirou's incident. But thankfully, Sakujirou manages to escape Inazuma with small boat as they all can enjoy the fireworks together. What will happen next? Find out at the next chapter of Genshin Impact : Shattered Void. You can vote the story if you like it, and you can ask me anything you want through comment.]

[P.S : Musashi's Current Relationship :
1. Lumine : Lovers
2. Paimon : Best Friend
3. Raiden Makoto : Best Friend
4. Guizhong : Best Friend
5. Dainsleif : Acquaintance

(Mondstadt)
6. Venti : Crush (Both Sides)
7. Jean : Crush (Both Sides)
8. Lisa : Crush (One-Sided Love)
9. Amber : Crush (One-Sided Love)
10. Kaeya : Friend
11. Diluc : Best Friend
12. Eula : Rival & Crush (Both Sides)
13. Sucrose : Crush (One-Sided Love)
14. Razor : Friend
15. Klee : Big Sister & Little Sister Relationship
16. Noelle : Friend / Role Model
17. Mona : Crush (One-Sided Love)
18. Fischl & Oz : Friend
19. Albedo : Friend
20. Rosaria : Vigilant
21. Barbara : Friend
22. Bennett : Friend

(Liyue)
23. Keqing : Lovers
24. Ganyu : Crush (One-Sided Love)
25. Yanfei : Crush (One-Sided Love)
26. Xiangling : Best Friend
27. Xiao : Best Friend
28. Ningguang : Friend
29. Wang Yuanji : Crush (One-Sided Love)
30. Zhongli : Teacher & Student
31. Xingcai : Friend
32. Qiqi : Big Sister and Little Sister Relationship
33. Baizhu : Acquaintance
34. Xingqiu : Friend
35. Beidou : Friend

(Inazuma)
36. Ayaka : Lovers
37. Yae Miko : Acquaintances (?)
38. Yoimiya : Best Friend
39. Kazuha : Friend
40. Thoma : Best Friend
41. Kujou Sara : Vigilant

(Fatui-Snezhnaya)
41. Childe : Distrust
42. La Signora : Arch-Enemy
43. Arlecchino : Fre-enemy (?)

(Abyss Order)
43. Aether : Arch-Enemy

(That's all, folks! KeysOfVoid out!)