"Don't get cocky just because you're traveling with a Saintess," Blaze sneered, gesturing vaguely to Alicia. "We detected a massive surge of magical energy in this area. We came to investigate, assuming it was a demon threat. Imagine our surprise when we found it was just you."

"What is this trash?" Blaze scowled, bending down to grab the stone.

"We can't keep living like this," Serena muttered, eyes scanning the small, cramped room they rented. "The landlord is starting to get impatient."

The Hero Party, consisting of the esteemed hero, Liyue, and his companions, had once been on the lips of every citizen in the realm. They were the paragons of bravery, the epitome of strength, and the beacon of hope against the dark forces threatening their world. However, not much was said about their financial situation.