Genshin's Wish

Chapter 1: Preparation before departure

Bennett and Mika stood at the edge of Whispering Wind, looking at the path leading to the top of the mist. Whispering Wind, a quiet town surrounded by green mountains, rustled leaves like whispers whenever the breeze blew, as if telling an ancient legend. Bennett, a young explorer wearing dark brown leather armor, had a look of desire for the unknown world in his eyes. And his partner, Mika, a female thief with long flowing hair and sharp eyes, always found a way to survive in the most dangerous moments.

"Are you sure the intelligence is reliable?" Mika asked as she checked her equipment. On her waist hung an exquisite short sword, which was her signature weapon, Night Shadow Fang.

Bennett took out a yellowed parchment from his backpack. On it were intricate maps and some illegible symbols. "I got this from an old explorer. It's said to be the only clue to the top of the mist." His voice was full of determination and expectation.

The two decided to go to the town's market to replenish the necessary supplies. The market was bustling with people, and the stalls were full of various goods. The vendors shouted to attract passers-by. Bennett and Mika shuttled among the crowd, their eyes wandering among various strange items, looking for equipment that might be useful.

At this moment, a mysterious figure appeared in their sight. The man was wearing a black robe and a mask on his face, revealing only a pair of deep eyes. He seemed to notice Bennett and Mika's gaze, and turned and disappeared into the crowd.

"Who is that person?" Mika asked with a frown.

Bennett shook his head. "I don't know, but he gives me an ominous feeling. We have to be careful."

They continued walking and finally stopped in front of an old stall. The stall owner was an old man with wrinkles all over his face, and his eyes revealed the traces of time. Bennett asked him about the information of the Mist Peak. The old man was silent for a while, and then whispered: "Young man, what you are pursuing is not only treasure, but also death."

Bennett and Mika looked at each other, knowing that this adventure would not be as simple as usual. But their determination was not shaken, on the contrary, this mystery aroused their curiosity even more.

Back at the inn, the two began to pack their equipment. Bennett checked his sword, the Star Fragment, a relic left to him by his father, which was said to have the power to dispel evil. Mika carefully sharpened her Nightshade Fang and prepared some necessary stealth tools.

As night falls, Windwhisper is shrouded in a mysterious mist. Bennett and Mika sit by the window, looking at the starry sky and thinking. They know that tomorrow morning, they will embark on a new journey and face unknown challenges and dangers. But for this brave pair of partners, this is exactly the adventurous life they pursue.

Chapter 2: The Test of the Misty Forest

The first rays of sunlight in the morning penetrated the mist and illuminated the faces of Bennett and Mika. They carried their bags and set out on the road to the top of the mist. After passing the border of Windwhisper Town, a dense forest appeared before them. This was the legendary Misty Forest - a place full of unknowns and dangers.

The forest was filled with humid air. The trees were tall and dense, and the sunlight could hardly penetrate the thick canopy. Bennett and Mika walked carefully on the forest path, and every step they took seemed extremely cautious. Suddenly, a strange bird song sounded, breaking the tranquility of the forest.

"What are those birds?" Mika asked nervously.

Bennett stared around. "I'm not sure, but they seem to be warning us of something."

Soon, they found a hidden path, lined with exotic flowers and plants, emitting a faint light. Bennett took out the parchment map and compared it to confirm that this was the correct path to the top of the mist. However, as they walked along the path, they suddenly felt a strong force pushing them back.

"This is a magic barrier!" Mika exclaimed.

Bennett pulled out the star fragment, and a faint light flashed on the sword. "It seems that we are not the only ones who know this road." He said in a deep voice.

At this moment, the mysterious man in black robe appeared again. He stood in the shadow not far away, holding a staff carved with complex runes. His voice was cold and powerful: "Go back, mortal. This is not the place for you."

Bennett gripped the hilt of his sword and responded firmly: "We will not let you stop us from moving forward."

A fierce duel was about to begin. The black-robed man waved his staff, unleashing lightning-fast magical attacks. Bennett and Mika evaded and fought back flexibly. Mika used her agility to get behind the enemy and stabbed the black-robed man in the vitals. However, the black-robed man seemed to be prepared, and a protective shield formed around his body to block Mika's attack.

The battle lasted for a while, and neither side was able to gain a clear advantage. Until Bennett discovered the pattern of the black-robed man's magic power fluctuations, he said loudly to Mika: "Pay attention to the rhythm of his spells, we can attack during his intervals!"

Mika nodded, and the two began to cooperate. In the next few attacks, they successfully found a flaw and finally repelled the black-robed man. Before escaping, the black-robed man left a sentence: "You don't know what you are awakening."

Although Bennett and Mika have won, they also realize the difficulty of the road ahead. They reorganize their equipment and continue to move forward. The fog in the forest seems to be getting thicker, but their determination is getting stronger. They know that only by passing these tests can they uncover the secrets of the top of the fog.