Hanamizaka, a lower district of Inazuma City, is also where the commoners reside.
Cities on the continent of Teyvat all share a distinct characteristic: the more noble a person's status, the higher up in the city their residence will be.
This is true for the Jade Chamber and Yujing Terrace in Liyue, the Mondstadt Cathedral and Knights of Favonius Headquarters in Mondstadt, Tenshukaku and the Regent's Office in Inazuma, and the Akademiya and Sanctuary of Surasthana in Sumeru.
Precisely because of this concept, as the city developed over time, Inazuma City gradually evolved a tacit rule: a city would be divided into so-called upper and lower districts, with commoners gathering with commoners, and nobles with nobles.
A wealthy and powerful person would not choose to live in the lower district populated by commoners, and commoners would, in all likelihood, not be able to afford the high prices of the upper district.
Don't mistake this for some kind of regional discrimination; everyone doing their own thing actually creates a harmonious scene.
If the journey so far showcased Inazuma's agricultural essence, then stepping into Hanamizaka reveals Inazuma's cultural and commercial atmosphere.
With the lifting of the Sakoku Decree, Inazuma City's commerce, handicrafts, service industry, and other tertiary sectors have sprung up like mushrooms after rain, meeting the growing material and cultural needs of the Inazuma populace.
This money cannot all be earned by foreign merchants.
Klee, the darling of both Inazuma and Mondstadt, excitedly skipped and hopped through the streets of Hanamizaka, filled with curiosity about everything in Inazuma City. Just then, as if an invisible thread, something mysteriously drew Klee's attention.
Klee stopped in front of a shop named Naganohara Fireworks and looked around. Although Klee only recognized the characters for 'long' and 'flower' in the six-character shop sign, the easily understandable explosion pattern in the sign and the familiar smell of gunpowder inside the shop made Klee realize: there's something I like in here!
Miyashiro watched as little Klee actively sought out Naganohara Fireworks herself and couldn't help but sigh, 'Is this fate?'
If Kokomi had implemented his arrangements last night, then Yoimiya should be in the shop, right?
So he walked forward and shouted into the shop, "Yoimiya, are you home?"
"I am—! Coming, coming!"
A vibrant voice came from inside the fireworks shop. Little Klee heard the familiar name from Miyashiro's mouth and immediately grew excited, asking impatiently, "Miyashiro Gege, is this the Yoimiya Jiejie you said would play with Klee?"
Miyashiro patted little Klee's head and said dotingly, "That's right, it's her!"
At this moment, a beautiful, energetic Damselette in winter cloud colors appeared before Klee's eyes, instantly capturing her attention.
Yoimiya's orange-yellow long hair was tied into a neat short Horsetail, specifically designed to fan out like an explosion, visually resembling a Bloom fireworks display, highlighting her optimistic and outgoing personality.
As for her attire, what was most striking was the strategically displayed bandages across her chest and the large expanse of skin revealed on her upper body. Although the bandages tightly covered critical areas, they still gave one much to imagine, making Miyashiro Can't help it take an extra look.
The moment Klee saw Yoimiya, she instantly fell in love with this both unfamiliar and familiar big sister, because this big sister exuded an unparalleled sense of approachability. Even Albedo, as Klee's guardian, standing behind her, couldn't help but nod.
In fact, before Albedo met Yoimiya, he was quite worried about Miyashiro's choice of caretaker for Klee. After all, Klee was different from other children; she was lively, active, and prone to getting into trouble, so most people truly couldn't handle her.
But after seeing Yoimiya, this worry miraculously disappeared. Coupled with the Pyro Vision on Yoimiya, Albedo felt even more at ease.
After all, according to his research, most people with a Pyro Vision are typically cheerful and active, a personality that should get along well with Klee.
Hmm? You said Diluc also has Pyro... He's an exception.
When Yoimiya came out, she saw a group of people standing in front of her shop and initially thought something had happened. But then her eyes immediately fell upon Miyashiro, the Regent, and beside him stood a cute little girl who was already restless.
Yoimiya: "Regent... Regent, you've already arrived. I learned of your instructions from Miss Kamisato last night. Since I didn't know your exact arrival time, I was inside researching new fireworks and couldn't greet you promptly."
Miyashiro listened to Yoimiya's explanation and merely smiled calmly, saying, "It's fine. It was my hurried notification, and besides, I am the one who has a favor to ask of you. This is the little girl who needs your care, Klee. Say hello to Yoimiya Jiejie."
Klee could no longer contain her excitement, bouncing around to show her presence, and said, "Yoimiya Jiejie, my name is Klee, you're so pretty! And you have a smell that Klee likes. Klee likes you!"
Seeing this, Yoimiya knelt down and, with her maximum-level smile for children, said to Klee, "Hello, little Klee, I'm Yoimiya, the owner of Naganohara Fireworks. Your hat and clothes are so cute! The patterns on them are so special, and this backpack, wow, the craftsmanship is exquisite."
Klee: "Hehe, those are four-leaf clovers. Mama and Acting Grand Master Jean both said that four-leaf clovers bring good luck."
Yoimiya: "Is that so? How amazing. I'm sure everyone will like them. And that little elf on your backpack is so cute too."
Amidst Yoimiya's string of compliments, Klee scratched her little head, a bit embarrassed, then turned sideways and generously displayed the Dodoco on her backpack for Yoimiya to see.
Klee: "This is Dodoco. He's my best friend. We often go fishing with bombs at Starfell Lake together."
Yoimiya: "Oh? Is he called Dodoco? That's a very interesting name too, I like it very much."
Klee: "That's right, after every Dodoco is born, they ride the wind out to explore. Mama told me that."
Yoimiya: "Ride the wind out to explore? Klee's Mama is so romantic!"
At this moment, Miyashiro couldn't help but chuckle, adding from the side, "Yoimiya, you know Klee's Mama too. Do you remember Ms. Alice, who used to play with you when you were little?"
When Yoimiya heard the name Alice, a flicker of surprise and apprehension crossed her eyes. When she looked at Klee again, her smile seemed to hold a different meaning.
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