At Time's End || Raiden Shogun x M!OC

14 | Welcome Tomorrow

[I, once again, want to apologize for the inconsistent posts. I'm just beginning to have those days where even though I'd have some free time, the stress won't allow to get work done. Still! I'll persist, we are only a few more chapters away until the end!]

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The ship ride was only experienced in half because the duo travelers boarded it at night and needed some rest of their own.

The next morning had come by and with only a few hours left, Hadeki and Ei sat together and talked over a few things while he also taught and showed her some specs of his prosthetic.

"I also wanted to ask..." Hadeki started. "What would you do with this traveling body after we're done with our trip? Would you let it work under you as well?"

"Oh no no, this puppet version lacks the sentience the Shogun does." Ei shook her head. "In actuality, my remains are within Hitotachi and so this body contains the sword for me to actually use it. But without it or any host for that matter, the puppet cannot function at all. Think of it as a glove with no hand inside."

"Guess that saves me the worrying of such a being going rouge." Hadeki laughed.

"I'm so happy to know you have such faith in my capabilities." Ei said with a deadpan tone of sarcasm.

With that, Beidou came by and alerted the two that they're nearing their destination. To wrap things up, Hadeki explained a few last bits of his arm's spare parts and where they belong in his bag.

"Once we arrive, with this new form I wouldn't need to worry about this 'unwanted attention' you keep moaning about." Ei said as the two lean against the side of the boat.

The watched the glorious state of Liyue Harbor slowly gleaming into view as the boat made it's approach.

"Oh come now, why am I being berated for being cautious?"

"You're acting paranoid, to be precise. I may not be as adept in blending in with civilians but I can least remain calm no matter the situation. Besides, I'm sure I have no such popularity to attract in Liyue."

"You're literally a God."

"And no one will know."

When the ship finally docked. Hadeki and Ei already have head over to the exit ramp and awaited anchor, it was hard to tell which one of the two was more eager to get going.

However, they barely set foot onto land before a voice made their situation something of an unexpected fiasco.

"Wait a sec....Is that Cog'?!" One of the workers began yelling.

"What....N-No way! It's Mr. Hadeki!! Hey everyone!!!"

The men go barreling down the dock side and shout along the way while Ei and Hadeki stand motionless on the ramp. With the exception of Hadeki burying his face in his hand.

"Are you sure it was my popularity you should have been worried about?" Ei crossed her arms.

Liyue Harbor.

When the two set foot into the harbor, a small crowd was already there to greet them. Among them were many faces that Hadeki was extremely happy to see.

Despite not wanting this sort of attention, it was still a treat to see old friends once again, he couldn't stop his smile.

"With graceful moons past and songs of the morning finches~! The mighty wine barrel roller returns at last."