Starfell Valley.

I hope today is when the story begins...

Gazing at the Statue of the Anemo Archon in the middle of the lake ahead, Kaito couldn't help but think this.

Because his system provided no other hints besides issuing missions, he had to find the relevant people and objects for the mission himself.

For this mission, Kaito's idea was to try to meet Lumine here in Starfell Valley, as that would make it easier to mislead her.

If Lumine didn't appear today, he would just have to come back tomorrow.

And if she still wasn't there tomorrow, he'd come the day after, and so on.

No matter what, Kaito didn't want to encounter Lumine only after she arrived in Mondstadt City, as it might be harder to mislead her then.

Fortunately, Wendy could not only fly but also stay outside the city for extended periods, allowing them to intercept Lumine as early as possible.

I'll go check on Amber first...

Since Wendy was currently flying high, searching for Lumine who might appear, Kaito, having nothing else to do, decided to go check on Amber nearby to see if she needed any help.

Just now, he had told Amber that he and Wendy were here in Starfell Valley to complete a commission, while Amber said she was here to drive away Hilichurls.

Hm? Venti is here too?

Suddenly stopping and looking in one direction, Kaito knew through Wendy that Venti had also arrived here.

Then it seems today is indeed when the story begins...

At this point, Kaito was almost certain that today was the start of the main storyline.

After all, Amber and Venti, who appear at the beginning of the story, were now gathered near Starfell Valley.

I'll go talk to Venti about that matter first...

After some thought, Kaito decided to find Venti first to discuss borrowing his Anemo Archon identity for a bit.

Although Wendy was very strong and could disregard Venti's attitude, it was still necessary to inform him, the actual Anemo Archon, in advance.

Otherwise, if two individuals claiming to be the Anemo Archon appeared, it might lead to mission failure, which wouldn't be good.

Thinking this, Kaito walked towards Venti's location; Venti was currently on a distant tree.

However, as Kaito walked towards that tree, Venti noticed his movement.

Kaito found me?

Standing on the tree, watching Kaito suddenly walk towards him from a distance, Venti couldn't help but be surprised.

Then he immediately looked around, but didn't see Wendy's figure.

"Miss Wendy doesn't seem to be here... How did Kaito find me?"

Muttering to himself instinctively, Venti was puzzled.

Originally, he had come here only to search for traces of Dvalin, but instead, he saw Kaito and the others.

Because of previous events, Venti was also observing Kaito and the others from a distance, hoping to gain some important information.

"I want to talk to you about something."

Just as Venti was considering whether to show himself, Kaito, still walking towards him, spoke.

Although there was still some distance between them, Venti could perfectly hear what Kaito said.

Talk about something?

Hearing that Kaito wanted to talk to him about something, Venti directly appeared before him.

Anyway, Kaito already knew his Anemo Archon identity, so he didn't need to hide.

But Kaito... he's indeed not simple, is he?

"Could it be that Miss Wendy is planning to reward you with a meal at noon, just like yesterday?"

Because Kaito had mentioned yesterday that Wendy would buy groceries and cook for him, Venti tentatively asked this.

"No, not that. I've already told her I'll eat out at noon." Kaito shook his head and continued, "Actually, I want you to help me with something."

"Help with something? Then tell me, Kaito, if I can do it..."

"I want you to lend your Anemo Archon identity for Wendy to use."

Before Venti could finish speaking, Kaito had already stated what he needed help with.

"My Anemo Archon identity?" Hearing what Kaito said, Venti was quite surprised, but then remembering that Wendy seemed to have already used his Anemo Archon identity before, he was a little puzzled. "Didn't Miss Wendy already use my Anemo Archon identity when she fought that Fatui Harbinger? Is she going to use it again now?"

Actually, Venti wasn't too concerned about his Anemo Archon identity; as long as others didn't use it to do anything outrageous, he didn't mind.

However, such a thing had basically never happened, as it was almost impossible for mortals to impersonate a deity, and they would easily be exposed.

Moreover, if he didn't display his divine power, no one in Mondstadt would believe him if he announced he was the Anemo Archon now.

"Yes, but don't worry, she won't do anything outrageous."

Nodding, Kaito hoped Venti wouldn't worry that Wendy would do anything strange by borrowing his Anemo Archon identity.

My worrying seems useless anyway...

Muttering to himself silently, Venti said, "Actually, if Miss Wendy does a good job, I wouldn't mind handing over the position of Anemo Archon to her."

Venti said this truthfully, with no intention of testing.

Of course, the premise was that Wendy could do it well.

"No need for that. Wendy likes to be free. If she really became the Anemo Archon, she'd have too many things to manage, and she wouldn't like that."

Unexpectedly, Venti would say that, Kaito quickly waved his hand in refusal.

He had no interest in the position of Anemo Archon; what he wanted was to freely travel through the Seven Nations.

"Haha, freedom is good."

Hearing Kaito's reply, Venti laughed, feeling relieved now.

Actually, if Wendy were willing to accept his position, he truly would want to hand over the Anemo Archon's seat.

"Then Wendy will be borrowing your identity. Of course, we'll also help you resolve the Dvalin matter."

Regarding borrowing someone's identity, Kaito felt they should repay the favor.

"Dvalin, huh..."

Speaking of Dvalin, Venti's expression dimmed slightly, but he quickly returned to his usual self. "Then I'll leave it to you, young friend Kaito. But this Anemo Archon—ah, no, this famous Mondstadt poet, Venti, will also fight alongside the Anemo Archon."

"How is it, Kaito? Do I sound like a great poet now?"

"Yes! Very much so!"

Clap clap clap——

Kaito clapped as he spoke.

"By the way, Kaito, where is Miss Wendy? Where did she go?"

"Wendy? She's currently preparing to use your identity."

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