A FEW DAYS LATER, a smaller ship set sail for the Land of Eternity. As much as Kazuha did not wish to go back yet, not after what he did to the Shogun, he was willing to take the risks for the future couple. Setting foot at the harbor at Ritou, and after meeting up with various other people, he finally reached the estate of the Kamisato clan.

Ayaka stood outside the door of her home, smiling upon seeing the familiar face of a friend.

“Kazuha, whst brings you here? I presumed that you had goods to deliver at Watatsumi Island. ", she greeted.

“Yes, I do. I just came here to spread tidings of joy. Lady Ningguang, has at long last, confessed her affections for Liyue's seaborne serpent slayer." replied Kazuha.

Ayaka almost squeaked in delight.  The merchants who came by at Ritou had shared similar stories the moment ships from the Crux Fleet anchored at the harbors. Even Lady Hiragi had commented on them once.

“It would be interesting if the Travellers would invite their friends from the other nations in Teyvat. "

Lady Kamisato smiled, thanked the wandering samurai, and retreated to the interior of her home, where Ayato and Thoma were playing chess, glasses of lavender melon dango milk on the table.

“Everyone, Kazuha brought news from his travels."

Both Ayato and Thoma listened to the tale, and smiled.  Little Sayu, who had been asleep in the chair, woke up just in time to hear it.

“… a wedding in Liyue? I'll probably just *yawn* end up sleeping under a table… "

“Perhaps a few deserts will keep her up and patrolling." suggested Thoma.

“The Shogun will eat it all. " answered Ayato.

“Wait, I have an idea! Send word to General Kujou Sara, telling her that we're meeting at Kamori Tea House. Chances are, she's heard of the upcoming wedding. " Ayaka floated.

“I've got you covered, My Lady. " responded Thoma, who quickly ran off to do the work.

Oh, this was going to be a very interesting meeting.

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The boats soon landed on the shores of Watatsumi Island, where the word had spread like Oraboxi's Tatarigami. There was cheerfulness in the air, as sakura trees were  in full bloom, giving the island a kind of vitality that it did not usually show.  Gorou was with his troops, chatting since the training was over for the day.

“… did Kaedehara Kazuha make haikus out of their seaborne love? I'd read it! "

“He only wrote one, right before the proposal. "

“Sweet! "

“General Gorou should come. He and Lady Sangonomiya needs a break."

“And don't let her drink too much liquor! Remember what happened the last time she accidentally drank a cup of sake? "

Gorou sighed. He couid recall an incident where the poor Divine Priestess had to spill her guts, almost tearfully, because her body could not stand alcohol.

Beside him, Heizou and Kuki Shinobu conversed about the trouble a certain Oni could be in, both recalling that time he sang in prison.

Kazuha had walked into the outskirts of the village, finding a grace marked with a sword. It had become the resting place of a man named Teppei, who had perished during the civil war from using the Fatui mass-produced Delusions. There, he found Kokomi in silent prayer.

“Calm is the breeze, My Lady. I being good tidings from Liyue as well. " he announced, after the young woman was done with her prayers.

Kokomi stood up, surprised to hear that wispy voice again.

“Oh, and that is…?"

“The upcoming nuptials of Lady Ningguang and Captain Beidou of the Crux Fleet. I've been sent to spread the word." replied Kazuha.

Kokomi smiled politely. I could use a break from my duties for once. I could invite Gorou and the others

“Cound me in, once the cards are sent."

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Yae Milo had been out for a walk, when she spotted the leader of the Tenriyou Commission, conversing with Lady Hiragi. Thoigh the latter was supposed to marry once, she and Lord Kamaji had held off the wedding for another time. The fox spirit in human form secretly followed the two ladies, listening to the conversation at hand.

“… transport the personnel? "

“I heard that Kaedehada Kazuha will be covering the cost of that. This event, though held from Liyue, might actually end up becoming an international ceremony.  With the Travellers knowing so many people all across Teyvat, this is bound to happen."

“Our beloved Shogun could use a break as well. Chances are, deserts will be served."

“I'll make sure she does not eat all of the wedding cake, and—" Kujou Sara responded, only to be interrupted by thst onj's laughter.

If he's invited, I'll place beans on his food.

“—and make sure that no untoward incodehts will occur during the event."

“Such dedication! You never miss, Madams Kujou. "

Yae finally made herself known, by sending a tiny ball of Electro energy in front of Sara and Lady Hiragi.

“Guji Yae! "

The sly spirit chuckled, seeing the surprised expression on their faces.

“And what is the talk of the Shogun eating all of the deserts?"

“Oh… Her Excellency—"

“Everyone knows by now how much she loves those. By the way, merchants from Ritou are talking about a wedding in Liyue. Right now, Madame Kujou and I are heading to the Yashiro Commission's headquarters for a meeting. " explained Lady Hiragi.

“My, my~ if there's anything I can infer, the Travellers will be there."

“Møre then likely. They know people all around Teyvat. "

Yae Miko let the women walk away, but then her mind wandered into places not quire fit for a Shrine Maiden. My Beloved Ei and I could take the chance...

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Atop the Statue of the Omnipresent God sat the former sixth harbinger of the Fatui, “Fujin". A wedding in Liyue? It cannot be complete without a load of flowers, and I know where to get them!

Flying off into the air without anyone noticing him, he headed towards a verdant plot of forests, ready for his next mission.