was a late afternoon when you decided to rest by the shore near Liyue Harbor. Though there wasn’t really a beach only cliffs, you found a spot to sit.

Just as you were beginning to relax, something startled you from behind. You lost your footing on the rocky surface and slipped, tumbling into the sea. The impact sent you crashing against submerged rocks, forcing the air from your lungs. Darkness quickly overtook you as you sank deeper into the ocean.

Suddenly, a firm grip seized you from nowhere, yanking you out of the water and tossing you onto solid ground. Coughing and dazed, you barely registered the figure standing over you.

Xiao scoffed, casting a brief glance your way.

“Useless,” he muttered, irritation laced with the faintest trace of concern. He wiped some water from his face before looking away. His body and clothes completely drenched .