Chapter 8: Angry Makoto

Raiden Shogun had gone back to continue her meditation, and Liam decided to find Kujou Sara to understand the specifics of the Vision Hunt Decree's implementation.

However, at this moment, Liam was still thinking about Raiden Shogun patting his head earlier. He hadn't expected someone who seemed so strict and cold to do something like that suddenly.

After pondering for a long time without understanding, Liam simply gave up thinking about it. He suddenly remembered that he hadn't done his daily sign-in yet, so he mentally commanded, "System, sign in for today!"

[Ding~! Sign-in successful! Congratulations, Master, you have obtained: Luxurious Sea Lord!]

[Ding~! The item has been placed in the system inventory!]

Liam was curious upon hearing the name, but when he saw a dried fish in his backpack, he almost burst out laughing.

However, he held his curiosity and checked the detailed information of the dried fish:

[Luxurious Sea-Lord (Dried Fish Sword): Greatly reduces the target's desires! Puts them into a sage-mode! Duration: 3 minutes! Cooldown: 2 hours]

"Whoa! This thing is awesome!" Liam immediately took out the dried fish sword from his inventory, weighed it in his hand, and swung it a few times. Surprisingly, it felt quite handy, and its hardness and sharpness were remarkable. Was this really a dried fish?

[Ding~! Produced by the system, it must be of premium quality! No need to be surprised, Master!]

Liam nodded with a smile.

After a few inquiries, he found Kujou Sara on patrol.

"Sara, finally found you!" Liam stopped Kujou Sara.

"Liam, is there something you need? Did the Shogun give new orders?" Kujou Sara asked, puzzled as she looked at Liam blocking her way.

"Hmm, Master told me that I will be fully in charge of the Vision Hunt Decree from now on. Please notify the Tri-Commission about this. If anyone has any questions, they can ask Master today. After today, I don't want anyone disturbing her meditation to question me! Otherwise, don't blame me for being harsh!" Liam said with a smile.

He knew Kujou Sara was a loyal follower of Raiden Shogun. Even if she had doubts about Raiden Shogun's decisions, she would execute them without hesitation. Now, he needed Kujou Sara to inform the family heads that he would be in charge of the Vision Hunt Decree from now on.

"Did the Shogun really put you in full charge of the Vision Hunt Decree?" Kujou Sara was surprised that the Shogun would entrust such a significant task to Liam, who had just taken office as the Crown Prince of Inazuma.

But since it was Raiden Shogun's order, Kujou Sara would not doubt it. She immediately agreed, "Alright, I will personally notify the Tri-Commission. Since the Shogun trusts you so much, I hope you won't disappoint her!"

"Of course, I won't let Master down!" Liam said casually.

Kujou Sara then turned and left, presumably to notify the Tri-Commission.

"Liam, was that the Shogun you mentioned just now?" Raiden Makoto's gentle voice suddenly sounded in his mind.

"You saw it?" Liam didn't expect Makoto to have been watching for so long before speaking.

"Hmm, I always wanted to see what the Shogun, who you said was more stubborn than Ei, was like! From my observation, the Shogun seems rigid and inflexible! But there's no denying that she is an independent individual. I really don't know how Ei managed it!"

Raiden Makoto gave her assessment of the Shogun. Although Raiden Makoto was gentle, she had keen eyes and immediately noticed the differences in the Shogun.

"Hmm, as far as I know, before creating the Shogun, Ei had a failed prototype. But Ei was too kind-hearted to destroy it. The chaos in Inazuma now is partly due to that failed prototype stirring up trouble!"

Honestly, Scaramouche was the only character Liam disliked in the game. A standard villain who should have just died quietly like La Signora, couldn't he?

Makoto hadn't expected this and asked, "So, what do you plan to do with him? Destroy him directly?"

Although Makoto was gentle, she would not be soft-hearted towards someone causing trouble in Inazuma. She was once one of the Seven Archons.

"Humph! Destroying him would be too easy! Do you know how many Inazuma families he has ruined? I'll crush his pride and hope bit by bit, until he's left in the mud, unable to crawl up!"

For once, Liam's face turned grim. Even Makoto didn't expect him to hate the prototype so much.

Realizing he was too agitated, Liam calmed down and smiled again, "Anyway, just know that I hate that guy a lot! By the way, since you've been sharing my vision, what do you think about the Vision Hunt Decree?"

Liam was curious to see what Makoto, the former Electro Archon, thought of her sister's drastic measure.

Makoto: "..."

After Liam asked the question, Makoto remained silent for so long that Liam thought she was gone, when her voice finally echoed in his mind:

"It's my fault! I didn't consider what would happen if I wasn't there, thus neglecting Ei's education. I knew Ei might not be talented in governance, but I never imagined she would pursue her so-called eternity by depriving people of their visions!"

Makoto's voice was still gentle, but the underlying anger was palpable to Liam. It seemed Ei's drastic measure had truly shocked her gentle sister.

"Don't worry! I won't just stand by and watch. Let me play with these decrees for a bit!"

Liam also comforted the somewhat agitated Makoto.

"Hmm, I believe in you! But I need to calm down now. I'll leave Inazuma in your hands for now!"

Makoto said, somewhat tiredly.

"No problem!"

Liam readily agreed. If he couldn't prevent some tragedies, what was the point of his transmigration?

[Ding~! Long-term task triggered: Stop the Vision Hunt Decree!]

[Task Description: The Vision Hunt Decree is one of the most foolish policies in Inazuma. Master should do everything possible to prevent its implementation!]

[Task Rewards: Imaginary Points: 8000, "Raiden Makoto's" Body (Unique), Herrscher of Ice Core!]

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A task was triggered? And it's the first long-term task, with generous rewards!

8000 Imaginary Points! Such a large sum! And a Herrscher core, the Herrscher of Ice? Anna? Another underwhelming Herrscher, even after her power-up, she was quickly defeated by Kiana and Durandal!

But it seemed there were no strong Herrschers in Honkai Impact 3rd; only the Herrschers from the Previous Era were somewhat decent. Still, who knows what this core might do in his hands?

Most importantly, there was the "Raiden Makoto's" body. If he completed the Vision Hunt Decree task and fully resurrected Makoto, Ei would probably get scolded by Makoto until she doubted her life choices.

But these were matters for later!

For now, he needed to visit the Kamisato Estate and meet with Ayaka and Ayato. Since he planned to oppose the Vision Hunt Decree, he had to meet Ayaka first.

However, the Kamisato Estate was in Chinju Forest, the most remote location among the Tri-Commission. He wondered how they chose the location back then.

Fortunately, as the Herrscher of the Void, he could just teleport directly. With a flash, Liam disappeared.

The next moment, Liam found himself in a forest emitting a lazy, ethereal glow.

"This should be Chinju Forest!"

Liam looked at the surroundings, noticing the serene woods even in daylight, and the nearby torii gates and strange statues, realizing where he was.

Despite the differences between the game map and reality, he could recognize the place. Luckily, there was a mountain path nearby. In the game, this path led to the Kamisato Estate.

Liam's figure flashed repeatedly along the mountain path, and soon he felt the environment return to normal. Looking up, he saw a large building not far away.

"That must be it!"

Liam thought to himself and flashed again, appearing at the entrance of the ancient building.

"Who goes there!"

At the moment Liam appeared, the guard at the door immediately raised his weapon in alarm.

Liam didn't trouble him, instead calmly said, "I am Liam Norville, Raiden Shogun's disciple, here to visit the Kamisato head!"

The title of Raiden Shogun's disciple had become very famous in the past few days. Everyone in Inazuma knew that the Almighty Narukami Ogosho had taken a personal disciple, granting him the authority to command the Shogunate and issue orders to the Tri-Commission.

"Ah, it's Lord Liam! Forgive my rudeness! I will immediately inform Lord Kamisato!"

The guard nervously put away his weapon, looking at Liam with respect.

"Hmm, go ahead."

Liam waved nonchalantly. The guard was just doing his duty, and Liam saw no reason to be harsh.

The guard quickly ran inside to inform the Kamisato household.

At this time, Kamisato's eldest daughter Kamisato Ayaka was discussing something with the current head of the Kamisato family. But judging from their respective expressions, it didn't seem to be a good thing. Suddenly, a guard ran in hurriedly.

"Hongda, what happened? Why are you so panicked?" Kamisato Ayato looked at the guard who ran in and asked softly.

"Sir Kamisato, it's Lord Liam who wants to visit you! He's already at the door!" Hongda quickly replied.

"Oh~! Liam? The general's disciple?" Kamisato Ayato said with a little doubt.

"Yes, Lord Kamisato!"

"Well, I understand. I will go out to greet him in person right away. You go down first!" Kamisato Ayato said softly.

"Yes!" Hongda bowed and turned to leave.

"Brother, you said that the general has just issued the Vision Hunt Decree. What does that person mean by suddenly coming here?" Kamisato Ayaka frowned slightly and looked at her brother in confusion.

"I don't know, but won't we be able to see him in a while? Come on, come with me to meet the general's disciple!" Unlike Kamisato Ayaka's nervousness, Kamisato Ayato still looked calm.

"Well, that's the only way!" Kamisato Ayaka nodded and stood up. After leaving the door of the room with Kamisato Ayato, they went to meet their guest.

Liam waited at the door for a while, and then saw a pair of handsome man and beautiful woman walking in front of him. They were Kamisato Ayaka and Kamisato Ayato.

"I didn't expect that Lord Liam would come to us in person. It really makes us flattered!" Kamisato Ayato said softly to Liam. His gentle tone did not make people feel any bad.

"Haha, Lord Kamisato, you flatter me. I have admired both of you for a long time! Lord Kamisato's reputation needs no introduction, and even Lady Ayaka is known as the 'White Heron Princess' in Inazuma!" Liam returned the compliment, as there was no harm in exchanging pleasantries.

"Hehe, Lord Liam, you overpraise us. This is not a place to talk. Please, come inside." Kamisato Ayaka said.

"Oh~! Look at what I did. I even made the distinguished guest stand outside the door for so long. Lord Liam, shall we continue our conversation inside?" Ayato added with a hint of embarrassment.

Liam: "..."

Liam thought to himself, amused, 'Ayato, with your acting skills, you could win an Oscar! If I didn't know your true nature, I might have been fooled!'

"Alright, I have some matters to discuss with Lord Kamisato."

Liam didn't refuse and followed Ayato and Ayaka into a room. After the servants served tea, they all retreated, leaving the three of them to discuss in private.

"So, what brings you to our Kamisato Estate, Lord Liam?" Ayato asked softly, looking at Liam, while Ayaka also turned her gaze to him.

Liam didn't answer immediately. He took a sip of tea and then spoke slowly: "You must be aware of the Vision Hunt Decree."

Upon hearing this, Ayaka's expression changed slightly, and she was about to speak but was stopped by Ayato. Ayato then responded: "The Shogun has indeed informed us. However, the Vision Hunt Decree should be handled by the Tenryou Commission. Why have you come to the Kamisato Estate?" Ayato asked.

"Hmm, well, you might not know yet, but my master has entrusted the Vision Hunt Decree entirely to me." Liam smiled, looking at Ayato.

"Oh, we were unaware." Although Ayato was slightly surprised, but his expression remained unchanged.

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