Blue Star — Villa.
Arthur opened his stream again.
In an instant, the viewer count exploded.
At this point he wasn't just the hottest streamer in the Genshin section of the site—
he was basically the hottest streamer on the entire platform.
"Here we go again, time to pretend I'm a Teyvat native!"
"Honestly, this roleplay-type streaming is actually fun."
"No wonder even a rich kid like you enjoys doing this!"
"My first time here I was almost fooled! If I hadn't remembered the Great Compassion Tree King wasn't alive anymore, I might've believed it! (smirk)"
"Great Compassion Tree King? Who's that? (confused)"
"Oh no, we found a real Teyvat resident!"
"…"
Arthur chuckled.
Blue Star's netizens really were something else.
And this mood… gradually infected him too.
His eyes rested on the monitor.
This was his fourth livestream.
Through the screen, he could almost see the millions of Teyvat viewers watching on the other side:
Aether, Paimon, Jean, Barbara, Venti, Keqing, Ganyu…
He knew they were watching.
Even if they couldn't meet him physically, the bullet comments still felt like interaction.
As a long-time Genshin player, this was a dream-like experience.
A kind of wish fulfillment.
And because of that, Arthur always prepared carefully before each character review.
He wanted his reviews to bring something positive to Teyvat.
…And of course, bring some joy to the players too.
He exhaled deeply and returned to the present.
"Good afternoon everyone, welcome to the stream," he smiled.
"Yesterday we reviewed Liyue's Yuheng—Keqing, and Liyue Qixing's secretary—Ganyu."
"Today, we continue with the Genshin Character Review Series!"
Right as he finished speaking—
Two massive donation banners flashed on screen:
[Governor-user Keqing has gifted 100 rocket-ships!]
[Governor-user Ganyu has gifted 100 rocket-ships!]
People had figured out the perfect trick:
After your character gets reviewed, donate big.
Not only does it express gratitude,
it leaves a very deep impression on the streamer—
a win-win solution.
Keqing and Ganyu clearly agreed.
More large highlighted messages followed:
[Keqing:Thank you for your review. I now understand "human governance" more clearly and will not pursue it blindly.]
[Keqing:And… why do I have SO MANY "not serious" entries?! (frustrated)]
[Ganyu:Thank you for your review. I am no longer confused about Liyue Harbor.]
[Ganyu:And thank you for the No-Gain Meatballs! I finally don't have to starve anymore!]
[Ganyu:Also… that song "I'm Really Not a Goat" was very nice! But stop calling me Coconut Goat!!]
Seeing these messages, Arthur laughed.
"Thank you for your support, both of you."
"As for why you, Keqing, had so many non-serious points—
It's simple.
You're popular!"
"Beauty? You have it.
Strength? You have it.
And now even 'damage' you also have!"
"As for Ganyu…"
Arthur grinned.
"Alright, Coconut Goat. No problem, Wang Xiaomei."
Liyue — Jade Chamber
"I'm the more popular one…?"
Keqing brightened instantly.
She had no idea what "high damage" or "having more DPS" meant,
but that one line of praise was enough to make her happier
than even receiving the Legendary Beef Offal Technique.
Meanwhile, Ganyu was depressed.
"As expected… he's a real troublemaker…"
She puffed her cheeks and aggressively ate more Qingxin.
Bad mood = eat more.
This duo really was comedic—
one always delighted, the other always distressed.
Blue Star — Villa
Once the usual donation ritual ended, Arthur returned to business.
"Alright, let's officially begin today's Genshin Character Review."
"Today's character is—
Inazuma's noble lady, the Shirasagi Himegimi—Kamisato Ayaka!"
Teyvat — Public Chat
Xiaocang Ling: L-Lady Ayaka??
Anna: It's her! I've always admired how responsible she is despite her young age!
Nanako: I look forward to seeing the Himegimi's evaluation!
Matsumoto: She's so elegant and noble. She'll surely get a glowing review!
Lawrence: …Based on the pattern, there will also be non-serious reviews.
Oowada: Impossible! The Shirasagi Himegimi could never have anything embarrassing! Maybe Yae Miko… cough—
Tian Tiezui: You sure?
Go look at Mondstadt's idol, Barbara.
Right, Albert?
Albert: …
Albert: I will always love Lady Barbara!
Albert: If she wishes to save Mondstadt, I will charge ahead for her!!
Victoria Sister: Don't harass Miss Barbara!!!
Mondstadt — Near Springvale
Aether and Paimon were relaxing, eating lunch, and watching the screen.
When they heard Ayaka's name—
Paimon blinked.
"Eh? Aether, that's someone you know from the chat, right?"
She quickly wiped her forehead.
That was close.
She almost said something indecent again.
Aether rolled her eyes.
She knew exactly what Paimon meant:
"Are you going to be called Kamisato's dog again?"
But Aether didn't bother responding—
she was thinking.
Suddenly she asked:
"Paimon… do you think today's Ayaka review will include me?"
"Huh? Why?"
Aether crossed his legs and began counting on her fingers.
"Jean's storyline? I was in it."
"Barbara's exorcism? I was in it."
"Keqing's 'Liyue's Thunder Archon'? I was in it."
"Ganyu's 'Rolling-Down-the-Mountain True Lord'? I was also in it."
"Every review includes me."
"So I think this one… might too."
Paimon's eyes widened.
She was right!
Somehow they kept ending up in everyone's storylines.
It was like Teyvat was their show.
"But even if it includes you, that's fine, right?"
"Well… except Barbara's situation, all the others were okay!"
Then Paimon froze.
"Wait… are you worried about the 'Ayaka's dog' thing?"
"What else?!"
"That was the VERY FIRST THING the light screen ever exposed about me!!
Who knows what it'll do THIS time?!"
Aether massaged her forehead, exasperated.
Her chaotic gremlin nature came out once again.
Paimon sighed.
People joked Aether and she were the biggest troublemakers—
but honestly, the light screen was the true menace.
"Hey, think positive!" Paimon said.
"Maybe something good will happen this time!"
"For example… maybe Ayaka will sing and dance for you!"
In Paimon's head, Ayaka was a Teyvat Idol Group member now.
Singing, dancing—sure, why not?
Aether stared at her.
"Hmph! Impossible. Absolutely impossible."
"If Ayaka were willing to dance for me—
I'd become her dog without hesitation."
She crossed her arms proudly.
Inazuma was in political turmoil at that time.
Ayaka dancing for her?
Impossible.
Paimon thought about it for a moment and nodded.
"Hehe, yeah, that does sound impossible."
They returned to their meal.
Inazuma — Tenshukaku
"Kamisato Ayaka?"
"Not the Shogun-sama?"
Kujou Sara looked disappointed.
She wanted the entire continent to witness the Shogun's glory!
And… she had ulterior motives.
She wanted to learn more about Shogun-sama, just like Albert with Barbara.
Raiden Ei murmured:
"The one from the Kamisato clan?"
Yae Miko nodded with a smile.
"Yes.
A capable young woman.
If not for her status, I would've recruited her to the Grand Narukami Shrine long ago."
"Unfortunately, Alice snatched her first."
Her tone carried rare frustration.
Ei nodded.
"That is good.
If she is worthy of your praise… then she must be exceptional."
Inazuma — Kamisato Estate
Just like Aether and Paimon,
Ayaka, Ayato, and Thoma were enjoying lunch while watching the screen.
When they heard the announcement—
"D-D… the young lady?!"
"It's the young lady!"
"This time, it's HER!"
Thoma's face lit up.
Based on previous reviews, the chosen person always received a powerful reward.
Ayaka deserved one too.
Ayato smiled gently.
"Indeed. Ayaka, this time fortune shines on you."
He didn't mind not being included;
he preferred staying behind the scenes anyway.
Ayaka herself froze for a few seconds.
"It's… it's truly me?"
She hadn't expected it at all.
And then joy blossomed on her face.
"I wonder…
How will I appear in the eyes of the one behind the light screen?"
"And… will this review change anything for Inazuma?"
But then—
A terrifying thought struck her.
"Wait… since there is a review…"
"There must be serious and non-serious parts…"
Her expression went pale.
She thought of Barbara, Keqing, Ganyu, Aether…
All their "black history."
All exposed mercilessly.
"Brother… Thoma…
W-will I also… become like that…?"
Thoma stiffened.
Ayato also paused.
Right.
The reward came with a price:
the Non-Serious Review.
"Looks like… this reward isn't easy to claim."
Ayato rubbed his forehead.
"B-But… the young lady has nothing embarrassing, right?"
"She's well respected across Inazuma!" Thoma insisted.
Ayaka's voice trembled:
"Barbara, Keqing, and Ganyu…
were also respected…"
"And now…"
Thoma shivered.
He remembered everything from the past two days—
Keqing becoming "Beef-Offal Goddess,"
Ganyu becoming "Coconut Goat,"
Barbara's chaotic exorcism…
Horrific.
Ayato took a breath and reassured them:
"Stay calm."
"Think positively."
"Every rule has exceptions. Ayaka may be the exception."
"She has no childhood disasters like Ganyu,
no ambiguous wording like 'wuza' or 'beef offal'…"
"At worst, maybe a little teasing about being 'Inazuma's Cryo Archon.'"
Ayaka and Thoma slowly relaxed.
It made sense.
"Yes," Ayaka smiled softly.
"Let's watch together."
"Mm."
Both men nodded.
But deep inside, Ayato felt a chill.
He had comforted her… but the truth was—
no one could predict what the light screen would do.
It never played by the rules.
"I just hope Ayaka… can handle it," he thought quietly.
Supernatural Chat Group
Yoimiya: It really is Inazuma's turn—Ayaka, the noble lady herself!
Kazuha: I've heard much of the Shirasagi Himegimi. A near-perfect person, they say. I wonder how the review will go?
Kokomi: I've heard of her on Watatsumi too. I believe she'll receive a wonderful evaluation.
Venti: Ehe~ And what about the not-so-serious part?
Yae Miko: Perhaps… "I'm Kamisato Ayaka's dog"?
Ayaka: …
Aether: …
Alice: Huhu! My Teyvat Idol Group only has four members and two are about to have their reputations collapse!
Nilou: Collapse…? What does that mean?
Aether: It means when a celebrity gets exposed for something embarrassing.
Barbara: …So I've already "collapsed," haven't I?
Keqing: Miss Barbara, don't worry.
As long as everyone collapses,
it's the same as no one collapsing!
Jean: Keqing makes a fair point!
Ganyu: Keqing-daren makes a fair point!
Hu Tao: Oh no, all the reviewed people are starting to go rogue!
Aether: Hehe—join us in the grand social-death festival!
Blue Star — Villa
Seeing the explosive bullet chat, Arthur laughed.
Perfect.
The more they talk, the more emotion points he gets.
He cleared his throat.
"Alright—
as usual, we'll start with her serious qualities."
"First, her identity and background."
"Kamisato Ayaka—
the young lady of the Kamisato Clan, current head of the Shogunate's Yashiro Commission."
"She is elegant, gentle, sincere,
and often handles both internal and external affairs of the clan."
"Because she often appears in public and treats people politely and sincerely,
she earned the title—
Shirasagi Himegimi."
"Next, I will divide her story into two parts:
Before and After the Traveler's arrival in Inazuma."
At that moment—
Aether: "???"
Once again… it involves me?!
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