Chapter 546

Compared to the fireworks Yoko had just set off with them,

the fireworks before their eyes were clearly far more numerous.

However, the designs were all much the same; obviously, they were mass-produced.

Yet the breathtaking sensation of countless fireworks blooming in the sky was something the little ones were experiencing for the first time.

With the grand blooming of the fireworks, the Irodori Festival of Inazuma officially began!

The common folk bustled and flowed along the main streets.

Various snacks and activities flourished all around, while Jiang Yan strolled down the street with Little Ganyu, Raiden Makoto, and others.

Kamisato Ayaka and Kamisato Ayato took Little Ningguang and the other little ones to tour the entire Irodori Festival.

This saved Jiang Yan the trouble; he didn't need to look after those children.

"Come to think of it, we've been away from Liyue for so long; will the Archon perhaps..."

Walking along the road, Little Ganyu voiced some concern about the situation in Liyue.

"Why worry about that?"

Jiang Yan said with a chuckle.

"Although that old fellow Morax usually likes to slack off, when it comes to administration, aside from being extravagant with spending, there's nothing else to find fault with."

"That's true."

Little Ganyu nodded in agreement and set her mind at ease.

As the night sky filled with blooming fireworks, Jiang Yan and the others sat together and began to eat dinner.

The Kamisato family, plus Jiang Yan and the women, sat together as a group, creating a very lively atmosphere.

The little ones had bowls full of rice and dishes; when they ate something delicious, they would sit on their chairs and happily swing their little feet.

The head of the Kamisato household even brought out Sakura Sake, a specialty of Inazuma, and invited Jiang Yan and the others to taste it together.

Jiang Yan naturally did not refuse.

After all, on a festival like this, how could one go without drinking a little fine wine?

The head of the Kamisato household poured a full cup of wine for Jiang Yan; Jiang Yan lifted it and took a light sip.

To be honest, it was passable.

It was just a bit light in flavor.

If the wine of Liyue was domineering and fierce, with a single gulp burning the throat like raging fire,

then the wine of Inazuma was relatively much softer and milder.

The different methods of brewing wine led to this difference in taste.

However, Jiang Yan felt this Sakura Sake was quite good.

Although its kick was gentle, the aftertaste was long-lasting.

After three rounds of wine, this gathering was also approaching its end.

The little ones tonight had played very happily and eaten a great deal of delicious food.

While their mouths were thoroughly satisfied, they had forgotten to take only what was moderate; their little bellies were stuffed round and full.

The adults were all chatting about gossip and telling some interesting stories.

After all, aside from Jiang Yan and the head of the Kamisato household, who were currently drinking, all the other adults present were women.

To be honest, Jiang Yan was puzzled; why did women always have endless topics to discuss?

After the meal, because the little ones had eaten too much and felt a bit stuffed, Jiang Yan simply took them for a walk along the street.

Today was truly a day that felt wonderful.

Recalling the events of the day, Jiang Yan felt very happy.

At the very least, he had enjoyed himself quite comfortably.

Moreover, the little ones' behavior had left him very satisfied.

Come to think of it...

Didn't I intend to give Sara a bow earlier...

Jiang Yan raised an eyebrow, then extended his hand with a beckoning gesture.

The Space Gem on the back of his right hand lit up; subsequently, a bow and arrow shimmering with fluorescent light appeared in Jiang Yan's hand.

Jiang Yan carefully examined the Skyward Harp before him, a weapon he had received from Barbatos but had hardly ever observed since then.

The bow was overall an ancient bronze color, with wind-attributed fluorescent light decorating the area around the bow's body.

The bowstring was composed of four strings, containing within them the power of the long wind and the sky.

Moreover, this bow and arrow had a very obvious characteristic.

Jiang Yan weighed the bow and arrow in his hand, his eyes holding a hint of awe.

This bow and arrow lacked the inherent heaviness of weapons; instead, it possessed an indescribable lightness.

It was very light, yet it did not make you feel the wavering sensation of being flimsy.

If elemental power was infused into the bow and arrow, one could even adjust its size and its power.

Whether viewed from its function or from the characteristics of the bow and arrow, this weapon was quite suitable for little Sara.

Perhaps it could bring her a good improvement.

Gathering his thoughts, Jiang Yan took the Skyward Harp and walked over to Sara's side.

"Girl, come and see; do you like this bow and arrow?"

Little Sara, who had originally been walking ahead holding hands with Little Ningguang and the others, heard Jiang Yan's voice and instinctively turned her head.

The moment she saw the bow and arrow in Jiang Yan's hand,

Little Sara froze for a moment.

She, who had used bows and arrows for years, instantly recognized that Jiang Yan's bow was no ordinary weapon.

It was far superior to the bows and arrows she had seen during the archery competition before.

From the very first moment she saw Skywing, Xiao Shaluo fell in love with this weapon.

A five-star weapon is no ordinary thing; regardless of type, it holds a deadly allure for its user.

"B-big brother, are you really going to give me this bow? Really?"

Xiao Shaluo's voice trembled slightly; her large, glistening eyes never left the glowing bow before her, repeatedly asking Jiang Yan, afraid she had misheard.

Her tense, hopeful expression made Jiang Yan unable to hold back his laughter.

He knelt down and gently ruffled Shaluo's small head, saying to her:

"Of course, little one."

"You didn't hear wrong—if you like this bow, it's yours."

As he spoke, Jiang Yan extended Skywing toward Shaluo.

"Thank you, Brother Jiang Yan! I love it!"

Xiao Shaluo took Skywing from Jiang Yan's hands and jumped up happily.

It was clear the little girl adored this bow.

She clutched it tightly to her chest, unwilling to let go.

Xiao Shaluo tried drawing Skywing, her joy growing even deeper.

Because this bow felt natural in her hands—she had never seen a better one.

Xiao Shaluo silently resolved to maintain the bow regularly; she couldn't let it wear down.

Most importantly, this bow was a gift from Brother Jiang Yan.

She must take good care of it!

Watching Xiao Shaluo's delightfully naive joy at receiving her new weapon, Jiang Yan couldn't help but ruffle the little one's head again.

Suddenly, Jiang Yan noticed that Xiao Linghua beside him seemed unhappy.

The little one stood behind the other children, pouting sadly, trying not to draw attention as she secretly wiped away tears.

She looked heartbreakingly pitiful.

"What's wrong, Xiao Linghua?"

Jiang Yan asked, puzzled.

Xiao Linghua's sadness wasn't because of the weapon—after all, Jiang Yan had previously intended to give her Skyblade.

But she had refused it.