Genshin Impact: Villain Life Sim

[Although Yusupov was a former military officer and tried to fight back, he was astonished to find that your seemingly frail appearance belied a surprising strength. His brute force was no match for your overwhelming grip.]

["Mr. Yusupov," you said calmly, prying open his mouth with one hand while holding a chicken bone in the other. "I've been pondering how to give you a death that appears natural. Thanks for the inspiration—choking on a chicken bone seems like an excellent choice."]

[Yusupov, seeing the deadly intent in your eyes, immediately began to plead, "No… don't kill me! I've been disrespectful, I admit it! Spare me! I have a wife and children… I don't want to die..."]

["Don't worry," you replied with a cold smile, slowly pushing the bone toward his throat. "I've already looked into everything about you. Actually, your wife has four lovers, and neither of your children is biologically yours. Knowing this, you can die in peace, can't you?"]

[Yusupov couldn't speak anymore, his eyes bulging in terror as the chicken bone lodged in his throat. He writhed in agony on the ground, gagging a few times before going still. Perhaps because of your words, even in death, his eyes remained wide open, unclosed.]

[Of course, what you said was fabricated on the spot. But as the saying goes, "killing the body is not enough; destroy the soul." You didn't mind making Yusupov's final moments even more tormenting.]

[Yusupov's death was not just the spark but also the start of your vendetta against the Fatui.]

[As if on cue, a black-haired man emerged from the shadows, his voice calm and steady. "Decisive and thorough, leaving no trace. In some ways, you remind me of myself in the past."]

["Lord Rex Lapis," you greeted with utmost respect, bowing deeply. "As per our agreement, I will fulfill my end of the bargain. But are you sure… you can trust someone like me?"]

[Indeed, the man standing before you, with his striking black hair and handsome features, was none other than the mortal guise of Rex Lapis, the God of Contracts and the ruler of Liyue for thousands of years. The audacity of your upcoming plan rested heavily on a pact you had recently forged with this ancient deity.]

[Your mission was to dismantle the Fatui's schemes to infiltrate Liyue and prove to Rex Lapis that even in his absence, the people of Liyue could govern themselves. In return, Rex Lapis agreed to provide "minor" assistance to facilitate your endeavor.]

["Logically speaking," Rex Lapis said, his tone neutral but firm, "you are far from an upstanding individual. In fact, your actions could be described as morally reprehensible. However, what I need is someone who can lead Liyue to prosperity, not a virtuous saint."]

["I will do my utmost," you promised. Making an enemy of Rex Lapis was not only unnecessary but unthinkable.]

["I will not directly intervene in any of your actions," Rex Lapis continued as he turned to leave, disappearing into the shadows. "But remember this: those who break their contracts shall suffer the punishment of stone."]

[Unlike your previous agreements, this pact with Rex Lapis carried an absolute weight. Failure would not merely mean defeat; it would mean utter annihilation.]

[Age 35: You informed Snezhnaya of Yusupov's death. As expected, the Fatui soon notified you that they were sending an executive to investigate the matter.]

[Everything unfolded according to your plan. The arrival of the Fatui coincided with the annual "Rite of Descension," an event commemorating the descent of Rex Lapis himself.]

[Each year, a member of the Liyue Qixing would host the ceremony. This year, as the Tianshu, the honor fell upon you. Yet as the ritual began, Rex Lapis's "mortal form" suddenly plummeted from the sky, crashing onto the ground!]

[Chaos erupted instantly, but you quickly restored order, handling the situation with practiced precision. After all, you had rehearsed this exact scenario countless times.]

[As anticipated, the Fatui executives—Childe and Signora—had hidden among the crowd, witnessing the entire "death of the Geo Archon."]

[This performance wasn't just for the Fatui but also for the countless citizens of Liyue. While the "death" of Rex Lapis would undoubtedly have serious repercussions, this was by far the most successful act you had ever orchestrated.]

[After securing Rex Lapis's body, you arranged a private meeting with the two Fatui executives.]

[Childe, no longer the reckless youth who had once ruined your family, now carried a matured demeanor. As for Signora, you had encountered her briefly during your training in Snezhnaya. Unlike Childe, she remained as cold and strikingly beautiful as ever.]

[Your private chamber in the Jade Chamber lacked a "collection" like her. Until now.]

[Entering Immersion Mode]

[Mission Objective: Revenge]

Standing before the two, Lucas couldn't help but feel a wave of nostalgia.

In earlier simulations, Childe had been his closest friend at the military academy in Snezhnaya, and Signora had been an enigmatic figure tied to his fate in countless ways.

But now, they stood as his adversaries.

However, sentimentality had no place here. Lucas was determined to show no mercy—not even a trace of it.

Even if their faces and personalities bore striking similarities, these were not the Childe and Signora he had once known.

With the experience of countless simulations behind him, Lucas had long since mastered the art of distinguishing characters across different realities.

"An honor to meet you, Lord Tianshu," Childe greeted with his trademark carefree grin. "You know who we are, don't you?"

"Of course," Lucas replied, his tone respectful. "The Eleventh Harbinger, Lord Childe, and the Eighth Harbinger, Lady Signora. I assume your visit pertains to the unfortunate demise of Yusupov?"

"Indeed," Childe confirmed with a nod. "He was your point of contact, making you the most likely suspect. While the cause of death was officially reported as choking on a chicken bone, something about it feels… off."

As expected, deceiving Childe was not an easy task. Those sharp, smiling eyes—brimming with equal parts mirth and menace—were unforgettable.

"In that case, I won't beat around the bush," Lucas said, his voice steady and devoid of fear. "I killed Yusupov. He was competent but lacked the qualifications for the critical plans ahead."

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Author's Note: Will start powerstone goals after the reset today!

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