The Weapon Master Shall Never Die Bare-Handed in Genshin Impact

"If it's a business matter, come back tomorrow."

Diluc's tone was curt as he tried to usher Jia Changjiang away. "It's already time to rest."

"Master Diluc, that's not very hospitable of you. I'm here to clear up a misunderstanding! Besides, running off mid-fight? That's not exactly honorable."

Jia Changjiang leaned against the tavern's wooden door, grinning cheekily. "How about letting me in for a chat? Maybe even a drink? Whatever questions you had earlier, I'll answer them. Simple, right?"

"I can't shake the feeling there's been some sort of misunderstanding between us."

He pressed against the door to keep it from closing, adding dramatically, "Come on, don't be shy! Let's open our hearts, talk this out, and stride boldly into a brighter tomorrow together!"

"..."

Realizing there was no getting rid of Jia Changjiang without risking the tavern door, Diluc reluctantly relented. He stepped aside, allowing the persistent traveler inside.

"For the record, I have no idea what you're talking about," Diluc stated, his tone icy. "I don't know you."

"Sure, sure. Keep playing the mysterious card; I get it."

Jia Changjiang casually plopped down at the bar, flashing a wide grin at Diluc. "Aren't you going to offer me a drink? Look at me—I'm injured!"

"Relax, I enjoy a good fight, but I know when to stop. You don't need to be so guarded."

His tone shifted as he leaned forward. "Still, next time we meet, I'll finish what we started. Gotta wrap up that unfinished battle, right?"

Seeing Jia Changjiang's certainty that he was the Darknight Hero, Diluc sighed silently. Without a word, he walked behind the counter, retrieved a fine bottle of wine, and poured a glass for Jia Changjiang.

"Oh, this smells amazing! Truly befitting one of Mondstadt's wealthiest! You're so generous even with drinks!" Jia Changjiang exclaimed, his eyes lighting up as the rich aroma filled the air.

"Drink it, then leave," Diluc said flatly.

He had no intention of acknowledging the title Jia Changjiang kept assigning to him.

"Well, I'd better savor this slowly, or you'll kick me out too soon."

Jia Changjiang raised his glass but didn't drink yet. Instead, he fixed his gaze on Diluc, his tone suddenly more serious.

"I came here to say one thing: I have no hostility toward Mondstadt. My challenge to Jean was genuine—purely because I wanted to challenge her. I'm driven by the thrill of competition and the joy of victory, nothing more."

He took a sip, savoring the flavor before continuing. "I feel the same about fighting you. It's not about grudges or schemes—it's just about the fight itself."

"Believe me or not, it doesn't matter. I'll be staying in Mondstadt for a while, and if my words aren't enough, then let time prove them."

Finishing the wine, Jia Changjiang placed the glass down and stood.

"I won't tell anyone who the Darknight Hero is, but I do hope..."

He turned back, grinning. "... that someday, we'll have a proper fight. No identities, no goals—just a real battle!"

"I'm a big fan of making friends, Master Diluc."

Without waiting for a reply, Jia Changjiang began walking toward the door.

Just as he reached the threshold, Diluc's voice called out from behind him. "My name is Diluc, not 'Master Diluc.'"

"Ha! I thought you'd never correct me," Jia Changjiang chuckled.

Pausing to shut the door gently behind him, he added, "Your wine is fantastic. I'll be back for more. Oh, and don't forget to treat yourself now and then. It'd be a shame if the owner of such fine wine never enjoyed it."

With that, Jia Changjiang departed, leaving the tavern in silence.

Diluc sat alone, staring at the empty glass on the counter. After a moment, he grabbed another glass, poured himself a small amount of wine, and took a sip.

As expected, it still wasn't to his taste.

He set the glass down with a faint smile, musing on the night's events.

"A strange man," he murmured, shaking his head. "But his words... were oddly interesting."

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Back at the inn, Jia Changjiang collapsed onto his bed, exhausted from the day's events.

When he awoke the next morning, sunlight streamed through the window. Stretching lazily, he let out a loud yawn.

"System, I completed a task last night, didn't I?"

Opening his system interface, Jia Changjiang reviewed the reward he had received.

[Grandmaster-At-Arms (Jax): Your attacks now deal minor elemental damage based on the weapon's properties. Additionally, your defense has significantly increased.]

"Huh?" Jia Changjiang squinted at the description. "So, they merged the bonus resistance into the passive effect? And now my attacks can deal elemental damage..."

He immediately thought of Abyss Mages and the annoying shields used by the Fatui.

"With this, I can break shields just by switching weapons?"

A grin spread across his face. "Now that's a good reward."

Satisfied, Jia Changjiang decided he would start collecting different types of weapons to maximize the skill's utility.

After a quick wash and breakfast, he set out.

"No adventurer's guild today—today's all about the duel with Jean!"

Excitement coursed through Jia Changjiang as he arrived at the Knights of Favonius' training grounds, battle axe in hand.

But instead of action, he found himself sitting on the edge of the field, staring up at the drifting clouds with a resigned expression.

He was too early.

Jean was still busy with official matters. The Fatui's increasing pressure on Mondstadt had only added to her workload, leaving her no choice but to ask Jia Changjiang to wait.

Sitting cross-legged, resting his chin on his battle axe, Jia Changjiang muttered, "Damn Fatui. If not for you, I'd already be fighting Jean by now!"

As he grumbled, a small voice piped up behind him.

"Who are you? Why are you sitting here?"

"Hmm?" Jia Changjiang turned to see a little girl with golden hair, a bright red hat, and a tiny backpack standing behind him.

"Klee?"

The name came to him as he studied her.

"You know Klee?" she asked, her eyes widening with curiosity. "Who are you?"

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