OHDOM VOL 2. 131-145 (Patreon)

Chapter 131: Barbatos Must Be Brought In With the equipment given by Angel, Lumine and Paimon set out on the temple raid again. This time,

Chapter 131: Barbatos Must Be Brought InWith the equipment given by Angel, Lumine and Paimon set out on the temple raid again.This time, it was much smoother.Lumine used the Smith & Wesson to fire elemental bullets to interfere with the mechanism and used elemental grenades to bombard the enemy group. Feeling her own experience points and elemental power rising, she smiled with enjoyment."Great~~""Lumine, hurry up, we haven't found the treasure map yet!"Paimon also stamped her feet excitedly, as if the mountain-like treasure that Venti had casually made up was already in front of her."Yeah."Lumine glanced at her sideways. She raised her pistol, and swaggered into the depths of the temple."Kacha~~"High in the temple, on the top of a stone pillar, Wendy bit an apple and swung her white and tender little feet."In addition to some of the dead monsters returning to the earth veins, some of them turned into her power. Is there an ability like that? Is it the arrangement of Celestia, or her own physical charactEylsetics? If killing monsters and upgrading is a physical advantage that is common in all worlds, then wouldn’t she be invincible?"Wendy smiled with interest.For Angel, getting stronger is an eternal necessity.It is better to say that all her actions since her resurrection have basically been for a stronger self.Only power can bring security and freedom and make everything in line with her wishes—beautiful girls are another matter.Wendy looked at the backs of Lumine and Paimon, her mouth slightly curled, and her blue gem-like eyes looked particularly deep.A voice carried by the wind sung into Wendy's ears. [Oh, this is giving me a headache. Can this still be considered an adventure when she is holding a powerful item supported by a genius alchemist?]"How about you blow a gust of wind and blow away their weapon? Or just blow a bunch of stronger monsters towards them and treat it as a dynamic adjustment of difficulty?"[Then spare me. Forget it, being able to make friends with a genius alchemist is also the personality charm of a hero!]Wendy was helpless.But it also made people wonder if Venti was simply too lazy to intervene?Wendy shook her head indifferently. She just sat there quietly, watching Lumine's performance.Lumine made it through the ruin's levels, and the wind elemental power that emerged from her body slowly increased as she killed monsters.Finally, she reached the deepest part, and on the altar that had collapsed more than half, she saw the drawings and red crystals left by Venti."What is this?"Lumine didn’t pay attention to the drawings; her eyes were first attracted by the thumb-sized red crystals.She felt something very bad.That was the distortion and swallowing of life by the abyss.Or, for Lumine, it was the distortion and swallowing of the Anemo elemental power she was using now."Lumine, I feel... I don't feel good.""I know. Take it back and ask Angel."After a few days of getting along, Angel in Lumine's eyes had become a great scholar with profound knowledge and good at invention.Although the crystal didn’t feel good to feel and touch, Lumine thought it was definitely not simple to give her such a feeling, and it was necessary to figure it out.After all, the journey had just begun, and she was not familiar with Teyvat.What if she had to fight against the master of this power in the future?Lumine slowly stretched out her hand and touched the crystal."Swoosh--"The crystal made a sound of some kind of energy reaction and released a dazzling light at the same time."Lumine, be careful!"Paimon rushed over anxiously.But when Paimon just hugged Ying’s arm, the red crystal had already turned into a clear and beautiful blue, lying quietly in Lumine's palm.Lumine & Paimon: "?"The two people who depended on each other looked at each other, both with countless confusion.Then, Lumine put the crystal in her pocket. "Let's go ask Angel. Of course, it would be even better if we could meet that poet. That guy must have hidden a lot of things.""Yeah, I think it’s pretty nice, like a precious gem. Even if it’s useless, we can sell it later! Rather than that, let’s take a quick look at our treasure map... Uh, it’s the same as the map that recorded the three temples before. It feels so perfunctory. Anyway, that map is not necessary at all. In fact, we can just ask Mondstandt's people about the location of the three temples. They also said that it is very precious and was very chEylsehed."Paimon muttered while holding the treasure map and suddenly touched her chin. Her eyes widened after realizing it belatedly. "Could it be that we were deceived by that bard?""You just realized it?""Ah? What do you mean, Lumine?""Nothing. I mean, since we have already started and have suffered a lot, we might as well do it to the end. Let’s see what that guy is planning. If he is just playing tricks on me..."Lumine narrowed her eyes. She raised her Mondstandt Smith & Wesson, and blew gently on the muzzle.High above, Wendy, who was hiding her body with the wind element, smiled slightly.[Wendy: She can do it. It seems that I don’t need to worry too much about Dvalin’s affairs. Just watch Barbatos operate.][Angel: I am thinking about another problem now. Lumine started the journey, and the protagonist was on the road. Which is also implying that the gears of fate have begun to turn. Is this some kind of big plan started by Celestia, or had They foreseen something... I think it’s not important. What’s important is that Teyvat is about to usher in a change. Is this good or bad for us?][Irminsul Angel: We are chess players, not chess pieces. The quality of the chess game does not depend on how Celestia thinks, but on how we plan.]Standing at the intersection of the earth and the memories of all living beings, Irminsul Angel can see a lot, so her thinking can't help but be swept up to a higher level.But she doesn’t think it’s a bad thing.Just like the plan when she first came to the Irminsul, as the "earth", she played against the Celestia and naturally had to see things at the same level as the Celestia.[Irminsul: Inazuma, Liyue, and Sumeru have been initially dyed successfully. The next step is to try to pull in Barbatos, who is also very ancient. The thousand-year-old warm music of the Thousand Winds, his power and value are not inferior to the previous three gods. The first contact should be made sooner rather than later.][Wendy: I can’t intervene. There is no reason to contact the Irminsul. It is better to say that from the perspective of the World Tree, it should not rashly contact a successor to the throne of the Archon descended from Celestia. Raiden is a dead god, a special case. Maria is the same, she is dead. The World Tree contacted them only when it was sure of absolute confidentiality.][Angel: Then, how about creating an opportunity for a gathering of many gods? "Kaguya" Raiden attracted Morax’s attention. Morax must be careful after being reminded by Maria, and there is a high probability that he will stop Barbatos, who he is most familiar with. Even if Morax is not so sharp, Greater Lord Rukkhadevata and the Dendro Archon also intend to contact the gods and add allies to the Irminsul, and will not miss the opportunity. After that... we can just let it go.][Kaguya: The idea is good. The problem is, won’t Celestia pay attention to such frequent gatherings of many gods?][Maria: Even my change of history has not attracted the extra attention of the Heavenly Principles. I don’t think they can get away now from our trap. Moreover, five hundred years ago, the first generation of the Seven Archons frequently held banquets. According to the time scale of Celestia, this is at most another Seven banquet. What’s so interesting about it?][Eylse: Then I’m a little curious, what will Furina’s reaction be at that time?]All the Angels smiled.[Also, Maria, please open your empathy for me!] ×NIn Guizhong Cave, Maria, who had just finished the banquet and sent off all the gods, held her forehead with her hand. The screams coming from Angel’s network made her head hurt.‘Am I the type of person who is hungry for sex? I just woke up and started a party. Who do you think I am!?’Maria supported the drunk Guizhong, made a soft water bed with blood, and gently put her on it."King, I can’t believe that we are together again.""I told you to believe me.""I’m sorry, at that time, I thought I was going to be with you... But whether we fall asleep together or wake up together, as long as I’m with Maria, I’m not afraid of anything."Havria spoke meekly.Maria pinched her little face and then gently stroked her smooth and tender face.Whether because of drinking or other reasons, Havria's eyes right now were full of seductive and charming ripples. Her lips under the candlelight also had a crystal and seductive luster.Maria’s heart moved.But she didn’t plan to do anything reckless on the first day.Just hugging them like this and comforting them after they came back from sleep was enough.That’s what she thought.However, the drunk Guizhong suddenly rushed over, hooked their necks, and pulled them onto the water bed.Maria didn’t resist.At the same time, in order to avoid being judged as suicide by being shot seven times in the back by her own people in the future, she also obediently activated a special function among the Herrscher of Dominance.--Chapter 132: The Unanimous Choice of the Angels"Paimon, you wet the bed last night.""Ayaka, you... um... it's okay, you're still a child anyway, this is all normal.""Lady Furina, you sleepwalked to my bed last night and wet the bed."The next day, the Angels all chose the same way to avoid embarrassment.Paimon & Kamisato Ayaka & Furina: "Eh?"Paimon and Furina really believed it. Mainly because they completely trusted Angel and Eylse, it was easier to doubt themselves than to doubt them. So they could only blush and stammer.But Kamisato Ayaka was not that stupid. While eating breakfast, she kept staring at Kaguya.Kaguya pretended to be calm, and cold sweat slid down her forehead."Ayaka, let me check, my insides... are not wet anyway.""...""Kaguya, this is wrong, why did you lie to me again?""...I'm sorry."Kaguya had to get off her seat on the spot and apologize with shame.Raiden Ei: "Huh?"Yae Miko & Saiguu: "Pfft!"In Kaguya's conscious world, Raiden Shogun, who had already fallen into a lazy otaku mode, was holding a dessert, scratching her snow-white belly, and spoke with relief. "Fortunately, you usually control my body. I don't know why I slept so soundly last night, and I didn't feel anything at all, pfft~~"[Shut up.]"It's okay, it's just bedwetting, I won't laugh at you. We are all family... Hahahaha! What are you doing? Stop it, hahaha!"Feathers appeared in the conscious space, scratching the soles of the scumbag otaku's feet, and she couldn't get rid of them, making her laugh wildly and twist on the ground. She didn’t dare to laugh at Kaguya anymore.Kamisato Ayaka covered her mouth and couldn't help but chuckle.How could she really be angry with Kaguya? It was just a little joke, not like she was going to die alone without telling her. This little thing would only make people feel funny.After all, the majestic and wise Imperial Master would actually wet the bed in the middle of the night after drinking too much tea. What a contrast."Please... please keep it a secret for me."Kaguya blushed and asked awkwardly.Kamisato Ayaka nodded with a smile. The two foxes next to her had a similar reaction.Only Raiden Ei tilted her head in confusion while eating rice."What secret?""Nothing, eat your meal.""Okay, Sister... Kaguya."The breakfast which was embarrassing for one person while the other three laughed along with one confused person ended quickly.After that, Kaguya turned her head and looked outside Tenshukaku."It should have started."Kaguya held a folding fan in her hand and waved it gently.A water mirror showed a high platform where people gathered.Many figures who were once influential were kneeling on the platform, as well as Tenryou Commission executioners with sharp blades. Then she dispersed the water mirror.That was the scene of execution.However, neither Kaguya nor Raiden Ei went to the scene.First, Kaguya was too lazy to watch people being beheaded. She was not a pervert and would not enjoy it. Second, it was unnecessary.Going to Watatsumi Island in person previously was because of historical issues.After all, Orobashi was once the Great Serpent God of Watatsumi, who stood as an equal to the Electro Archon. Allowing Orobashi to enjoy sacrificial offerings forever was a promise made by Raiden Shogun herself. Ordinary shogunate officials, even the Tri-Commission heads, could not touch the matter of divine worship. They lacked both the courage and the qualifications.In the case of not wanting to commit genocide, only Kaguya could touch the root problem of Watatsumi Island and resolve this historical issue.That's why she went.As for the group of criminals who had sinned against the people, the Shogun and the Imperial Master would only raise their importance by looking at them—it was truly unnecessary.Just before the water mirror disappeared, Kaguya caught a glimpse of the pink-haired mermaid."Oh~~"Kaguya clapped her hands with her folding fan and smiled with interest.So, the mermaid who was watching the execution suddenly twitched her ears, and then her body shook. As if she heard something, her originally relaxed expression suddenly stiffened.... After a while, Sangonomiya Kokomi humbly and respectfully came to the gate of Tenshukaku, walked in with a nervous mood, ascended the stairs, and knelt before Kaguya’s feet.“Kokomi greets the Shogun and the Imperial Master!”“Get up, I want to see you. You've been with the shogunate for some time. I’ve heard from the deputy commissioners that you work diligently and have outstanding abilities. You deserve a reward.”“No, no, Kokomi is merely doing her duty. It is the Shogun and the Imperial Master who are wise and far-sighted.” Sangonomiya Kokomi said very humbly.To be honest, although her days working in the shogunate were also very busy, they were much more comfortable than her days on Watatsumi Island.What was the situation when she was in charge of Watatsumi?The people were extremely resentful, and there were many corrupt, bribed, and brainless radical officials. The hostility of the shogunate was growing more obvious.Sangonomiya Kokomi had to balance internal factions and do her best to preserve the people’s livelihood. Later, she even managed the war. While handling everything, she always thought of Orobashi-no-Mikoto who had fallen, and on the other side stood a living Archon of Thunder…The reason Kokomi didn’t collapse back then was due to the exceptional physique of the current Divine Priestess.But it was different now that she worked in the shogunate.Although there was a lot of work, it was definitely not as overwhelming as the leaking political mess on Watatsumi. Most importantly, she was no longer the boss. She had surrendered and clung to Raiden Shogun’s side. As long as she followed the Imperial Master’s orders and moved in the direction pointed out by her, she didn’t need to bear any psychological pressure.After a while, Kokomi felt her skin and hair had become more hydrated than before.Otherwise, how could she have the mood to watch executions?"Actually, for being the leader of the Watatsumi rebels, in theory I could put you on the chopping block too.""Master Imperial Master, Kokomi is loyal to the Shogun and the General, please understand!""Look at you, you're excellent in every way, but why are you so timid? I was just joking. Since I’ve hired you, it means I trust you. As long as you do your job well, I will ensure that you and Watatsumi Island are safe.""Yes! Thank you, Master Imperial Master, for your magnanimity. Kokomi will give her life for the Shogun and the Imperial Master!"Kokomi expressed her loyalty tremblingly.And Kaguya raised the corner of her mouth slightly, thinking that the trembling appearance of this little mermaid was great, but also a little boring.If she was always so scared, wouldn’t she always stay away from Kaguya? That would be no fun."How do you feel when you see those people die?""Kokomi... feels relieved.""Do you think they pushed Watatsumi to that point?""No, the main reason is naturally Watatsumi itself. But if they hadn’t pushed so hard, perhaps I would have had a chance to stop the war... Kokomi is not shirking the responsibility of Watatsumi or myself. No matter what, we will be absolutely loyal to the Shogun and Inazuma! If we break this oath, please cut off Kokomi's head like you cut off those traitors!"---Chapter 133: Shoot a LetterSangonomiya Kokomi’s words were sincere, though it was better to say she was both cautious and just.Kaguya did not comment on this.Perhaps the conflict could have been avoided.Or perhaps, even without the hostility of the Shogunate, war would have broken out.But that didn’t matter. Things that hadn’t happened yet didn’t need to be discussed.What mattered was Watatsumi Island’s current stance — the decisive factor in everything. And clearly, Sangonomiya Kokomi had always known this and repeatedly emphasized it.Kaguya smiled slightly."You are truly clever.""I wouldn’t dare claim so.""Since you’re so clever, I’ll leave the next task to you."Kaguya casually tossed a document over.Sangonomiya Kokomi’s heart stirred immediately.Here it comes!She knew this national master didn’t summon her just to admire her delicate face and long pale legs.It had to be another mission.After opening the document, Kokomi’s expression subtly changed."Pin everything that happened in Inazuma... on the Fatui?""I’ve stored all the materials in a secure archive. All you need to do is connect the dots and construct a coherent narrative of criminal activity. The evidence doesn’t need to be solid — just make it plausible. I only have one request: add as much as you can to the Fatui. And if you can’t, then find a way to. It must escalate to a level sufficient to justify a national war."Kaguya said these chilling words without offering any explanation.Fortunately, Kokomi understood her position well. Now she was a fish under the national master’s pond — she only needed to swim in the direction she was guided."Understood, National Master.""Shogun.""Yes... uh, I mean, present!"Raiden Ei was momentarily distracted. When Kaguya called her, she subconsciously tried to respond in the manner of her puppet Shogun, intending to take an order. Thankfully, reason reminded her that Kaguya still had amnesia and didn’t know the truth yet.Sangonomiya Kokomi remained kneeling, eyes lowered and even her hair unmoving. In her heart, she silently raised the status of the national master and reaffirmed her belief that the people of Watatsumi Island should cling tightly to the national master’s long legs.As for the Shogun — with the exact same figure, appearance, and voice as the "kagemusha" who once protected the national master — Kokomi decided to take that secret to her grave. If the chance arose, she would tell only the great god of Watatsumi, Orobashi, and no one else, to avoid harming innocent people."Kokomi, you may leave.""Yes. National Master, General, I shall take my leave."Sangonomiya Kokomi accepted the order and departed, acting as if nothing had happened.Then, Kaguya looked at Raiden Ei."Can you use a bow?""Yes. Very well."Raiden Ei proudly puffed out her chest.As the martial expert of the two Raiden sisters, Raiden Ei was the founder of the Inazuma Thousand-Arts Dojo, and could rightfully be called the Grandmaster of Ten Thousand Techniques.Archery, of course, was one of her specialties. While it wasn’t as refined as her swordsmanship, it was still at a level that ordinary mortals could never hope to attain."Fetch a bow and arrow.""Alright."Raiden Ei eagerly fetched a bow and arrow, ready to show off martial prowess untouched by the passing of five hundred years.Kaguya stood on the attic balcony, gazing toward Yashiori Island.When Raiden Ei returned, Kaguya pointed."Toward Yashiori Island, on the platform beneath the head of the Serpent God’s skeleton — a Maguu Kenki is wandering... Fire an arrow to free it.""Huh?"Raiden Ei blinked.She had wanted to show off her skills, but hadn’t expected Kaguya to give such a bold instruction right from the start.From Narukami Island to Yashiori Island meant firing across the sea — a distance of thousands of miles.Kaguya clapped her folding fan gently, turned, and smiled warmly. Her soft and gentle eyes were like spring blossoms — enchanting and irresistible."Can’t do it?""Of course I can!"Raiden Ei was startled.Since her sister smiled at her like that — what couldn’t she do?Forget Yashiori Island. If her sister asked, she’d even shoot an arrow to Snezhnaya!Raiden Ei held her breath, drew her bow, and lightning surged into her eyes and arrow.Swish!Thunder erupted through the sky, and a bolt of lightning, infused with Electro, shot directly toward Yashiori Island.Kaguya smoothed the folds of her skirt over her hips, leaned against the railing, smiled at Ei, and asked:"Did you hit it? I couldn’t see.""I did. The Maguu Kenki has been eliminated, sister — I mean, National Master.""Is that so? As expected of you. You’ve lost none of your prowess.""Naturally."Facing Kaguya’s gentle gaze and praise, Raiden Ei straightened with pride.Then Kaguya tapped her folding fan in her palm, her gaze growing thoughtful. "If I asked you to shoot arrows to the gates of the Six Nations and attach a prominent letter, could you do it?""Huh? I could... but why?""Inazuma’s situation has only just stabilized. Now we must rebuild abandoned industries, reestablish trade, and regain the trust of foreign merchants through concessions. The ruined infrastructure must also be restored. But the Shogunate has no money. Raising taxes would only undo the trust we’ve just rebuilt and plunge the people into panic once again.""Then, what should we do?"Raiden Ei blinked and looked to Kaguya with clear, innocent eyes.Kaguya sighed lightly and tapped her forehead with her folding fan."You — can’t you think more deeply?""I… I’m not good at this kind of thing. If I had to think about it, I’d just borrow from Morax. I think he’d lend me money.""That’s possible. Borrowing from the Geo Archon — the God of Wealth — is secondary. What matters is that his endorsement would greatly boost foreign merchants’ confidence in Inazuma’s economic recovery. Trade would resume much faster. But before any of that, we must cleanse Inazuma.""Otherwise, with monsters rampant and residual malice flooding the land — not even we would want to stay here, let alone merchants.""What’s your plan, National Master?"Raiden Ei asked earnestly.Kaguya smiled faintly. "The Northland Bank has branches all across Teyvat. In terms of financial power, aside from Liyue — a commerce empire backed directly by Mora’s origin — even the other five nations combined cannot rival Snezhnaya.""So you want to borrow from Snezhnaya?""I don’t want to borrow. I want to take. Or rather — it’s what they owe us."Raiden Ei blinked, waiting for Kaguya to continue.Kaguya looked at her helplessly. After reading Raiden Makoto’s memories, Kaguya knew that Raiden Ei truly wasn’t suited for these things...Despite her imposing presence, the Electro Archon was still just a girl who leaned heavily on her sister."The Sakoku Decree, the Vision Hunt Decree, the rebellion on Watatsumi Island, the corruption within the Tenryou and Kanjo Commissions — all of it, top to bottom, was orchestrated by the Fatui. They retreated just in time, so there is some evidence for a few of their crimes, but most can’t be proven. If we raise this at the national level, they will deny everything.""So, I plan to negotiate as a god.""Then what should I do?""Send a letter empowered by Electro to the gods of the Six Nations, saying… I, Raiden Ei, the Electro Archon of Inazuma, hereby challenge the Cryo Archon of Snezhnaya to a divine duel at the sea. Life or death — no matter. I humbly invite all gods to bear witness. That’s all."Raiden Ei pondered it solemnly, then nodded with confidence."Understood. I will win — for my sister… for Inazuma!""I don’t want you to actually fight. Do you think I’d let you take that risk? The Cryo Archon wouldn’t dare come."Kaguya flicked Ei’s forehead. Her helpless yet doting smile made Ei’s heart flutter, and she chuckled foolishly.Then Kaguya turned her gaze toward the peaceful Inazuma City below, a faint smile playing on her lips.Yes, the Cryo Archon wouldn’t dare come. She still had her grand plan in motion.If a true divine battle broke out — winning would bring little gain. Losing might simply mean a change in Snezhnaya’s Archon.More importantly, whether victorious or not, invoking such open divine warfare would expose the Cryo Archon’s denial of wrongdoing — eroding her standing with the other Archons.And what if Celestia noticed?Kaguya didn’t want Celestia’s attention. She simply didn’t.As for the Cryo Archon — she wasn’t just reluctant.She was afraid.So in the end, the ones who would come would just be the Snezhnayan envoy — perhaps a Harbinger who could be pushed around as needed.That would be enough.After all, with things as they were, it would be only natural for a few gods from nearby nations to come witness the spectacle — wouldn’t it?----Chapter 134: Children with Sisters Are Like TreasuresAt noon, Yae Miko and Saiguu, who had been taking a nap, were dragged off the bed and forcibly taken to a hilltop somewhere on Mount Yougu.“Ha~~” ×2The two big foxes who had recently been busy cleaning up filth and researching information yawned in unison. Tears sparkled at the corners of their eyes as their pink-and-white fox tails swayed sleepily.“Listen to me—I feel like there's been real progress in close combat lately. Even Kaguya, who’s lost her memory, has been getting closer and closer to me. Do you think this means she’ll recover soon?”Raiden Ei looked at them seriously.Yae Miko rubbed her eyes and replied weakly,“Ah, yes, yes, you’re right.”“Are you just humoring me?”Raiden Ei narrowed her eyes.Her foolishness was reserved only for Raiden Makoto; she gave up thinking only in front of her sister.But when it came to Yae Miko, Raiden Ei knew exactly how mischievous this scoundrel fox was, and how much she loved courting death in front of people.Even if one day she went to Naruto Taisha to relax and suddenly heard a fox cry out on the roadside, “Inazuma, I'm Yae Miko,” and then saw the scoundrel fox raise her arm and summon a crowd of gullible mountain monsters to charge at the throne—and then Yae Miko appeared holding the Gnosis, leisurely declaring.  "Why don’t you let me sit as the general for a few days~~”—Even something as ridiculous as that, if it involved Yae Miko, Raiden Ei would believe it without question.Therefore, in front of Yae Miko, Raiden Ei would never let down her guard.Yae Miko slapped the table angrily.“Look at her, Master Kitsune! She keeps me awake all day and doesn’t even believe me when I say I can’t sleep! Look at how badly she’s bullying me!”“I don’t know. I’m just a lazy fox~~”“How long are you going to hold this grudge?”“At least three hundred years. Sip~~”Kitsune Saiguu drank her tea and wiped away the tears from being suddenly woken up.Raiden Ei also slapped the table, speaking seriously. “Kitsune Saiguu, we’re discussing important matters!”“I just mean... is it possible that Kaguya has realized something? We’ve been making it pretty obvious, and she’s very smart.”“Impossible. Sister just said the other day that Kaguya still doesn’t know, and we have to keep it secret.”Raiden Ei nodded with conviction.Raiden Ei’s first rule of divine life: Whatever Sister says is correct.Second rule: If Sister is wrong, refer to the first rule.“...” ×2“Sip~” ×2The two old foxes drank tea silently, too lazy to get involved in the little game between the two strange sisters.Anyway, it was quite entertaining to watch—just like five hundred years ago.They exchanged glances.Feeling that once this busy period was over, they’d have to find a chance to talk to Kaguya alone.For now, they were certain she knew, but how much she knew and how much she remembered remained uncertain—and still something to be concerned about.Raiden Ei began explaining the recent situation.“My sister...”And then she launched into a long monologue about her daily life with Kaguya, saying things like, “My sister is so kind,” “My sister is amazing,” and “Children with sisters are like treasures,” and so on.Yae Miko and Kitsune Saiguu nodded from time to time, seemingly in agreement—but in reality, they were just listening to the familiar lullaby with drooping eyelids, half-asleep....[Kaguya, you’re secretly dropping hints again.]“Do you think she’ll pick up on them?”[Hard to say. If it were anyone else, she might notice something. But with you... Honestly, Ei is someone who’s totally guileless in front of us, and incredibly stubborn.]“Just like five hundred years ago, when you said you just needed to go to Khaenri'ah, and she believed you?”Kaguya suddenly asked this, which momentarily stunned Raiden in the conscious world—then she smiled with joy.[You remember?]“A little. The past memories are like vague dreams. I’m slowly becoming aware that I’ve had them, and I can catch fragments here and there. But to say I remember everything clearly—that’s still a long way off.”[It doesn’t matter. No matter how much you remember, you’re still you. But speaking of Khaenri'ah... sigh, more than one god warned them, but they still headed toward the abyss. In the end, the dark power got out of control, Celestia punished them, and the seven nations and the seven gods had to suffer the consequences of what they caused. Maybe it really was too early to let humans become completely independent.]Raiden sighed with deep emotion.Even though she died in that disaster, she bore no hatred toward Khaenri'ah. Mentioning it now, she only felt regret and sorrow.Kaguya remained silent.To her, the story of Khaenri'ah was not so different from the original branch of Schicksal's Oceania. Studying the Herrscher’s power was undoubtedly correct—but being a poor student was the original sin. Failing to succeed meant self-destruction and harming others. That was true for artificial Herrschers, and it was also true for the study of abyssal power.“Kaguya, I’m back.”As the two of them—within and beyond—fell silent, the pure and innocent Ayaka walked in with a package on her back, her steps fragrant and light.Kaguya blinked.“Weren’t you going back to visit your uncle—uh, I mean, Lord Ayato? Why did you bring so many things back?”“Oh, these are just things I use regularly. I figured Kaguya might stay in the castle tower for a while, so I brought them. Worst case, I can take them back when you move out.”Kamisato Ayaka replied with a bright smile. She opened the package on the table, which contained wooden swords, pens, books, and clothes. Humming a light tune, she began sorting them neatly.Kaguya watched her with a gentle smile the entire time.After Ayaka finished, she turned around and saw Kaguya’s steady smile. Her face immediately flushed, and she slowly moved to sit beside her.“Why... why are you looking at me like that?”“Because I like it.”“Wah! You’re saying weird things again!”“No, I mean it. I like it because Ayaka is pretty.”Kaguya’s teasing tone lingered as she leaned over and rested her head on Kamisato Ayaka’s soft thighs. A unique, youthful fragrance immediately filled her nose.Kaguya’s smile deepened. She raised her hand and gently stroked Ayaka’s delicate cheek with her fingertips.“I don’t know how long I’ll be staying in the castle tower. But when Inazuma is completely at peace, I’ll take you to see the outside world. How about it?”“Really, Kaguya?”“Didn’t you say you’ve always wanted to see the places you’ve only read about in books? Green mountains, clear waters, morning light, evening glow, wind and moon… Let’s go see them together. If I go with you, I promise it’ll be an unforgettable sight.”“Kaguya…”Kamisato Ayaka couldn’t bear such heartfelt words. She soon lowered her head, her eyes shimmering with joy, as if she were melting.---Chapter 135 This is also a kind of eternityRaiden Shogun in the consciousness space frowned solemnly when watching all this. After a long time, she hesitated. [Kaguya, are you serious?]‘Hmm? What serious?’[You know, life is only a hundred years, while the life of a god is more than ten thousand years. If you continue this fate with her, you will be in pain in the future.]Raiden Shogun was afraid for Kaguya who had not yet awakened to her identity.Kaguya still admired Kamisato Ayaka's shy thousand styles, with a smile in her eyes, and spoke with her heart:‘I still can't remember the past. Even if I can see you, it's hard to imagine what I used to look like. I only know that in my most desperate days, it was Ayaka who accompanied and supported me, so that I finally came to Inazuma... I dare not let down this affection, nor do I want to let it down.’[Then you must be mentally prepared.]‘I know. Immortality is difficult, but there are traces of immortality. I will keep her youth and give her the happiest hundred years. After a hundred years, I thought that maybe I could ask for help from the Sacred Sakura, maybe there would be a glimmer of hope... If I really can't keep her, then at least I will miss her for thousands of years, and she won't have to suffer this pain, fortunately.’Kaguya was half talking nonsense, half serious.What she was talking nonsense about was the days when she felt hopeless, and what she was serious about was that she would really take good care of Ayaka.No Angel would let go of the prey that was already in her hands.[Alas...]Raiden Makotosighed quietly.The fusion of herself and the main body came too late, so the fate had already been established.But since Kaguya has already realized that she has to bear the pain of missing someone for a thousand years, then this fate, others have no right to say anything.[She is a good girl.]‘Hmm? What do you want to do? Ayaka is mine.’[I know, I don't mean to snatch it from you. Besides, I am also a part of you, you can't protect me, right?]Raiden Shogun was a little amused.At the same time, she was a little envious.Raiden Shogun had a sister and many close friends, many of whom were more intimate and profound than ordinary people's love.But no matter how good the relationship was, it was actually different. Raiden Shogun had never tasted pure love.What was that like?What kind of happiness would it be to be entangled with each other and to trust each other's hearts?After a long time, Raiden Shogun suddenly realized something and smiled.[This is also a kind of eternity.]'Ah?'[I mean, if you keep getting new fate in your long life, you will be moved and happy continuously, which is also a kind of eternity.]'You are right, this is also a kind of eternity.'And Kaguya's smile deepened.Keep getting new fate, even you are my fate, and so, Makoto, you are mine.Who said that another self with the same heart and soul can't be conquered?Look at Ah Lin, isn't she gradually becoming shy under the attack of Ji Lin Angel?Don't underestimate the power of the Herrscher's skills!...Sara dug a pit in the barren mountain outside the city. She used the coffins she bought with her salary these days to put some decapitated bodies into them one by one, and then buried them.She did it all by herself.These people have a bad reputation.They deceived the general and committed too many sins against the people of Inazuma. If someone was hired to deal with it, someone with extreme experiences might come to dig the grave to vent their anger."Hu~~"It was dusk when she finished all the work, and the evening breeze took away Sara's sigh.Then she put down the shovel and placed simple offerings in front of these nameless monuments.Then she knelt down with a wooden face and kowtowed repeatedly.The once glorious Kujou clan, except for a few people who were found to have done nothing wrong and were exiled, basically only these few mounds where she knelt down were left.After that, Sara walked towards Inazuma Castle, her steps were a little slow, and her eyes, which were always as sharp as a sword, seemed scattered and uncertain.Before Sara could fully come to her senses, she had already walked into the castle tower and walked to the house temporarily allocated to her for the convenience of protecting Kaguya.It was just that the door that was closed before leaving was open at this moment."Huh?"Sara was stunned for a moment. She started to walk in but saw the familiar figure that she respected walking in the house, lighting up several candles inside."You're back."After Kaguya lit the last lamp, she turned around and smiled at Sara, who looked lost.Sara was stunned for a few seconds, then quickly knelt down to salute. "Lord Kaguya!"Kaguya walked to Sara's side, sat down, then stretched out her hand to drag her in front of her, and put Sara's head on her thigh."Kaguya... Lord Kaguya?""Today, you went to see the execution, right?""Yes...""Are you sad?"Kaguya lowered her head and looked into Sara's eyes with understanding.Sara rested her head on Kaguya's lap, stiff and tense.After a long while, she seemed to have lost her strength, and finally lay limply, muttering"I don't know why it turned out like this. It was he who taught me to be loyal to the general and the country, and I also looked up to his back to get to where I am today. He has always been the person I admire and trust the most, and I thought I would eventually become him... But why did it turn out like this?""Cry if you want to, there is no one else here.""But...""Even if he really brought it upon himself and deserved to die, it is absolutely right for you to cry for him. So, cry."Kaguya's eyes were extremely gentle, and her voice was filled with care and warmth that went deep into her heart.Just like the motherly love that Sara had imagined but never had.She bit her lip and remained in a stalemate for a long time, and finally buried her head in Kaguya's abdomen under Kaguya's gentle gaze."Woo..."A suppressed sob sounded.The tears soaked Kaguya's clothes.Kaguya gently stroked Sara's head and sighed silently.It was obviously her own fault that caused all those deaths, but now she had to comfort this girl who had lost everything.Despite this, Kaguya would not regret it. She had always done this, and she could no longer tell right from wrong. She would taste these sad tears and keep moving forward.After a long time, Kamisato Ayaka's little head poked out of the door, and then approached cautiously."Is she asleep?""Asleep.""I never imagined that someone like Sara would cry.""No matter how strong and cold she looks, she is the same here as us."Kaguya reached out and gently poked Sara's proud and soft left chest. Then, she spoke to Kamisato Ayaka earnestly. "The heart is made of flesh and blood, so it will naturally feel joy, anger, sorrow, and happiness.""I feel like I really know her, and I finally know how to treat her. A strong and resolute warrior friend, I have always wanted such a friend.""Oh? Sara is the friend I have always wanted? Then what about me? Who am I to Ayaka?""Hate it! Don't ask such questions at this time!"Kamisato Ayaka blushed and angrily hit Kaguya's shoulder. Then she lowered her head and smoothed the hair on the forehead of the sleeping Sara, with a pure and gentle beautiful smile on her face.----Chapter 136 Two Sisters, Hehehe!"Ah~~"Kaguya looked outside and smiled with relief.At this point, the internal affairs of Inazuma had been sorted out, and the next step was reconstruction.It could be said that Inazuma was the first experimental field that the Angel people had fully mastered. It was not clear what it could accomplish, but it was of great significance to the strategy of Teyvat.The next first step was to cut the flesh and bleed the nation of Snezhnaya.At night, Sangonomiya Kokomi, who had been busy for several days, came to Kaguya and Raiden Eo and handed the report on the crimes of the Fatui, which she had worked overtime to compile, to Kaguya.Kaguya opened it, read it carefully, and then a smile appeared in her eyes."Kokomi, the evidence is well listed. Well done.""Thank you, Master.""I'll give you a general direction. Sort it out again according to my guidance. Next, I'll speak, you listen."Sangonomiya Kokomi sat up straight and listened to Kaguya's instructions."Five hundred years ago, the Cataclysm that swept across the Seven Nations brought great harm to the people of Inazuma and nearly destroyed the country and the clans. At that time, the Shogun led the people of Inazuma to fight against the disaster and saved their lives, but the price was the lives of all Inazuman generals and countless brave soldiers. The Shogun also sustained injuries that could not be ignored in that battle. But Inazuma was in ruins, and the Shogun had to force herself to manage state affairs and lead the people in licking their wounds and rebuilding their homes.Five hundred years passed. Under the governance of the Shogun, the entire territory of Inazuma was fully revived, and threats from all directions were effectively suppressed. Eventually, the weather was good, and the country was peaceful and its people safe. The Shogun was finally able to take a break and decided to retreat to recuperate and recover from injuries accumulated over five hundred years.In order to avoid changes during the retreat, the Shogun ordered the main forces of the Shogunate to gather in Inazuma City to guard Tenshukaku, and then cast the Thunder Barrier and closed the nation... This is the origin of the Sakoku Decree."Kaguya paused, took a sip of tea, and moistened her throat.Sangonomiya Kokomi blinked blankly, stole a glance at the Shogun, who had no reaction to these words, and then nodded decisively—yes, this was the origin of the Sakoku Decree. Little Kokomi just needed to completely trust the National Advisor."However, just when the Shogun was in seclusion, the Fatui took advantage of the opportunity to infiltrate. They instigated the people of Watatsumi Island, far from the capital, and coerced and bribed them to start a civil war in Inazuma to test their weapons and Delusions. They destroyed the warding talismans in various places across Inazuma and even damaged the heart of the Mikage Furnace, allowing the resentment of a dead god to flow across the land of Inazuma to conduct experiments on the power of the gods. They even bribed and corrupted some disloyal officials among the Tri-Commission to blind the eyes and ears of the Shogunate and facilitate their various outrageous and cruel actions.In this way, by the time the Shogunate guarding Tenshukaku realized something was wrong, Inazuma had already fallen into a dangerous situation. Because the Shogun was in seclusion recovering from injuries and there was no leader, and the corrupt officials colluding with the Fatui secretly plotted behind the scenes, the Shogunate was temporarily caught in a dilemma. Even if they did their best to dispatch troops to handle the situation, it was difficult to turn things around.Fortunately, the Shogun was awakened by the filth and resentment spreading across Inazuma and had to end her recuperation and leave Tenshukaku. Only then did she discover that the country, which was peaceful before her retreat, had become devastated and full of resentful spirits due to the Fatui's misdeeds.The Shogun was furious and personally took action to rectify the chaos. She eradicated the cancer of the Shogunate corrupted by the Fatui, cleansed the land of scattered filth, went to Watatsumi Island to end the civil war, and dispatched fleets to buy food and medicine to help the people. Now the situation has finally stabilized, and Inazuma has been saved... According to this framework, you can sort out the crimes of the Fatui. Do you understand what I mean?"Kaguya said with a smile.And Sangonomiya Kokomi shrank her neck and spoke weakly. "Kokomi understands."She understood—she understood everything.If such a list of crimes was compiled, not to mention a war between nations or gods, it would be a matter of course, right?Was Inazuma going to go to war with Snezhnaya?No, no, no. The National Advisor was compassionate, kind, and loving—not a warlike person.So, it was to claim compensation from Snezhnaya, right?Sangonomiya Kokomi guessed. She wasn't sure what Kaguya was thinking, but she knew that if it were compiled like this, it would be of great benefit to Watatsumi Island.All the blame was directed at the Fatui—especially since the Shogun’s recuperation had been disturbed. She had endured for five hundred years for the people of Inazuma and finally had time to retreat and recover. The damn Fatui actually chose that time to attack Inazuma. Did the Shogun's injuries worsen because of this?In the land of the gods, harming a nation also implicates its Archon—if this list of crimes was released, no one on Watatsumi Island would object, and Inazuma would hate the Fatui wholeheartedly.Then, the difficulty of Watatsumi Island's integration into Inazuma would be directly reduced by an order of magnitude.And if compensation was demanded, Watatsumi Island could also strike back at Snezhnaya, which would bring great benefits.Sangonomiya Kokomi was excited and left immediately.Then she didn’t even sleep and directly used her Vision and magic to eliminate fatigue, beginning to recompile the charges and evidence overnight.After Sangonomiya Kokomi withdrew, Raiden Ei frowned in embarrassment."Master, I don’t seem to be injured. What should I do if all the gods gather? Should I disguise myself?""Haven't you transformed your body into a puppet body?""That’s right.""That’s easy. Make the joints and knuckles reveal the structure of a mechanical puppet. This change shouldn’t be difficult, right?""It’s easy.""So, you forced yourself out of seclusion to save Inazuma, and then your injuries worsened. Then, in order to fight the Cryo Archon with full combat power, you forcibly transformed your body into a mechanical puppet that can ignore injuries. That’s all."Kaguya clapped her hands with a folding fan and smiled at Raiden Ei.Raiden Ei suddenly realized.Yes, outsiders couldn’t know that she had already transformed her body anyway.It should be said that with the imagination of the people of Teyvat, how could they imagine that an Archon would treat her body like this?When the mechanical puppet-shaped Shogun appeared, which god would dare question that she didn’t do this to suppress her injuries?"But… isn’t it a bit embarrassing?"It seemed a bit disgraceful for the great Raiden Shogun to be forced to this extent.Raiden Shogun cared a little about her own image.But more importantly, in her view, the identity of the Raiden Shogun belonged to her sister. It was very unpleasant for the Shogun to lose face.Kaguya had to raise her hand and gently stroke the Shogun’s head."There’s no other way. If we don’t do this, how can we make Snezhnaya unable to argue and only support Inazuma’s reconstruction?"More importantly, Kaguya needed a legitimate gathering of the gods to advance the layout of the World Tree.In this way, they could only wrong the Raiden Shogun.But it was indeed for the livelihood of the people of Inazuma. It was hard to say which was more important.Then Kaguya knocked on Raiden Ei's head angrily. "More importantly, who told you to transform yourself into a puppet? Don’t you feel pain?""Fortunately, as long as the spirit is separated in advance, the physical body can be... Sister?"Raiden Ei paused and opened her mouth in astonishment.It was impossible for Kaguya to say these words, and it was impossible for her to know that Raiden Ei was now a puppet.Kaguya smiled helplessly. After all, if you want to order someone to play the victim, you should give them some sweetness, right?"You finally figured it out. I thought you would keep deceiving me and turning a deaf ear to what I said.""Sister, you remember!?""No, I just know it, but my memory hasn’t fully recovered yet."Kaguya sighed, waved her hand, and Raiden Makto, who had been lazy in the consciousness space, was dragged out and turned into a translucent shadow, appearing beside her."Makoto!""Ah? Oh, uh, it’s me."Raiden Makoto scratched her head, then gave Kaguya a resentful and accusing look.She was only halfway through her dessert and light novel! And why was she suddenly revealed? Couldn’t they have informed her in advance?As for Raiden Ei—Raiden Ei already sunk.She just looked at the two people in front of her, one real and one virtual, with a dazed look in her eyes and her mouth gradually grinning."Sister... Makoto... Two sisters... Hehehe, two sisters!"----Chapter 137: Cyro Archon, Come and FightThe next few days were the happiest days in Raiden Ei's life.Two sisters—can you imagine it?During the day, she listened to Kaguya working with a gentle voice, and at night, Kaguya and Makoto talked to her in two forms.Oh my, it was so cool!"Two sisters... two Makoto... hehe..."In the middle of the night, someone’s mumbling in her sleep disturbed the two big foxes lying on either side.Kitsune Saigū spoke weakly."How long will her symptoms last?""It's hard to say. There is no precedent. Besides, she endured for five hundred years before. I guess it will be a long time.""What will happen if Kaguya comes to sleep with her?""Well, maybe she'll explode or something?"Yae Miko scratched Raiden Ei's face with the tip of her hair and looked at her reaction—frowning slightly because of the itching—and smiled particularly sweetly.Kitsune Saigū supported her head with her hands, raised her gaze, and looked at Yae Miko with a smile."It's hard to like a piece of wood like this, little Miko.""Don't worry about it, Kitsune Saigū, I'm fine like this now!"Yae Miko hugged Raiden Ei's arm and pouted, like a little girl complaining to her elders.Raiden Ei had a simple personality, so the relationship between them could just be simple like this. Yae Miko thought so, rubbed Raiden Ei's arm, and spoke with a smile."As long as it can be like this, I will be satisfied.""Ah la la, are you worried that this stupid block can’t react, and if you change rashly, you may never be able to return to the original state? Then I have to remind you that once that kind of thought comes up, it is destined to become greedy. Sooner or later, you won’t be able to stand it just like this, and you will crave more and closer things. I’m looking forward to your mood at that time~~""Crappy Kitsune Saigū, you were obviously a pure old virgin fox until your death, right? Do I need you to remind me?""Huh!?"The little fox suddenly exploded, raising her aggressiveness, making the old fox confused on the spot.After a while, Kitsune Saigū laughed, just stretched out her hand and caressed Yae Miko’s face lovingly."It’s incredible. It feels like I just had a long dream. When I came to my senses, you had grown up so much.""Lady Saigū, are you still confused about whether you are Kitsune Saigū?"Yae Miko held Kitsune Saigū’s little hand and pressed it to her face, then looked up and gazed at her anxiously.Self-awareness is very important.Especially for Kitsune Saigū’s current spiritual existence, self-confusion can easily shake the foundation of existence.Kitsune Saigū was stunned for a moment, then smiled softly. "Yes, am I just a relic of Kitsune Saigū, a phantom that seems real or not, or can I be considered Kitsune Saigū herself? When I take a break from my work, I often fall into such puzzles. But recently, I tried to substitute Kitsune Saigū from five hundred years ago—if it was her back then, what would she think? Whether true or false, if it lets Kitsune Saigū continue to exist, continue to accompany Ei, the Shogun, and Miko—would she be willing?""Then the answer is already very obvious!""Indeed, it is already obvious. Whether it’s the original Kitsune Saigū from five hundred years ago, or me now, we both hope that Kitsune Saigū will continue to exist, and hope that I am Kitsune Saigū. I think it’s enough to have such a conclusion."Kitsune Saigū smiled with emotion and relief.Sometimes it is not so important whether it is true or false.What is important is the value of existence itself.Since no matter which Kitsune Saigū, they would hope it is true, then why bother to dwell on the difference between Hanasari and Kitsune Saigū?Yae Miko looked at Kitsune Saigū’s face, and tears gradually flashed in her eyes."Why are you still crying? You're already such a big fox."Kitsune Saigū showed a loving and doting smile, caressed Yae Miko’s face and chin, and said softly like she used to stroke a little fox:"I don’t think I’ve ever officially told you that I’m Kitsune Saigū, and I’m back. Thank you for your hard work over the past five hundred years, Miko.""Hiss! I’ve never told Lady Kitsune Saigū either—welcome home, I’ve always missed you, Lady Kitsune Saigū."Yae Miko’s eyes were tearful, and she sniffed uncomfortably.The two looked at each other, as if at this moment, they finally felt the joy of reunion.Then, two slender but strong arms suddenly exerted force to hug their heads."It’s so late, what else are you talking about? Go to bed quickly."Raiden Ei closed her eyes. Although she was scolding, you could hear her slightly hoarse nasal voice.The two vixens smiled together, and then the white and pink little heads pressed against Raiden Ei’s shoulders, silently accompanying the Raiden Shogun, who was always afraid of loneliness, and fell asleep together.…Three days later, Sangonomiya Kokomi handed over the reorganized and logically coherent evidence of guilt.Then the professional team of the Shogunate wrote a concise but murderous anti-traitor manifesto.Then Yae Miko and Kitsune Saigū made special arrows by hand, which were enough to carry the power of the Raiden Shogun across oceans and mountains, and displayed the manifesto when they landed.Finally, Raiden Ei stood on the top of the castle tower and pulled the longbow."This one, go to Liyue.""This one, go to Snezhnaya.""This one..."Kaguya handed over the arrows one by one. Six lightning bolts roared through the sea, carrying the fierce and violent power of the Raiden Shogun, and rushed toward the capitals of the six nations.……Snezhnaya is the farthest nation, but it was the one that received the arrow the fastest.Because it was a declaration of war on Snezhnaya, the arrow was filled with the most fierce and violent power, and naturally arrived the fastest."Boom!!!"A thunderbolt fell from the sky and landed in the center of the capital, dispersing the ice and snow in the sky and shattering the ground of the main road.Then the text of the manifesto appeared above the arrow.After reading the entire article, it could be summarized in four words—Cryo Archon, come to fight!Then the Fatui held a meeting again.Except for La Signora, who was on a diplomatic mission to Mondstadt and could not return, most of the Fatui Harbingers gathered under the Tsaritsa’s order."You were doing experiments in Inazuma while the Electro Archon was recuperating?"The Pierro stared at Dottore, Scaramouche, and the other Harbingers mainly involved in Inazuma, with an extremely cold gaze.Frightened by the terrifying pressure that rivaled that of a god, Dottore spoke dryly. "Maybe... maybe? Although some of the Tri-Commission have been bribed, our own Archon is actually recovering from her injuries, and it is indeed impossible for her to inform us."In one sentence, everyone believed the situation described in the manifesto.After all, Inazuma, which had always relied on trade, suddenly closed its doors to the outside world.Was there any more logical reason than the Archon recovering from her injuries?Besides, what the Electro Archon did was somewhat insulting to the nation’s prestige—in other words, it hurt the face of a god.No god in the world of Teyvat would take the initiative to lose face, let alone the Electro Archon who called herself a general.The title of Shogun is, to some extent, the same as the Warrior God in Liyue—both are synonymous with military power.If Morax's qualifications and achievements had not overshadowed her, the Electro Archon could have called herself the Warrior God. The title “Shogun” was a second-best option, representing her strong and proud divinity.It is impossible for a god to allow a false claim to be made.---Chapter 138: The Precedent of the War Between Gods Should Not Be SetSo, the hatred is great.The Fatui fully realized the seriousness of the situation.The Tsaritsa is the same.Not only did it harm the civilians, but it also forced the Raiden Shogun to come out of seclusion, and her injuries worsened. No wonder they sent a letter of challenge. No matter which god, they can't stand such grievance."We can't accept this letter of challenge."The Harlequin spoke the conclusion that represented the will of the Tsaritsa.In fact, the Harbingers also understood that they couldn't fight.If they won, all the previous plans would be invalid. If they lost, it would probably lead to the Ice Archon being directly replaced—and from a rational point of view, comparing the records and accumulation of both sides, even if the Raiden Shogun was indeed injured, the probability of the Cryo Archon winning was really a bit touching.Not to mention that no one dared to let Celestia open its eyes to see it.For so-called ambition or for their own interests, this letter of challenge must not be accepted by Snezhnaya and the Cryo Archon."Then there is only one choice left: apologize, pay compensation, and seek peace. The question is, who will go as an envoy?"The Harlequin looked at his colleagues, and everyone was silent.At this time, anyone with a little brain understood that if they went, even if the Raiden Shogun killed the person on the spot, Snezhnaya would have to pretend that nothing happened, and then send the second Harbinger to apologize, pay compensation, and seek peace.In other words, the risk is extremely high, and it would be in vain if they died.Snezhnaya was in a painful deadlock.Only the Doctor scratched his head, and his heart was not very volatile.The main cause of his troubles was the Dendro Archon, who might attack at any time.As for the Raiden Shogun, she was already like lice, so he didn’t care....Barbatos was also one of the people who received the news the fastest.There was no way; he was the Anemo Archon. The Raiden Shogun shot a Thunder Dragon arrow at Mondstadt, and he couldn’t help but go to see the situation before the arrow arrived.So when the arrow fell at the gate of Mondstadt, Wendy also came with the wind and saw Barbatos with the same serious expression."Boom!"At almost the same time, Dvalin also came riding the wind."Barbatos, Wendy, what’s going on? Why did the Electro Archon suddenly shoot an arrow at Mondstadt?"The two generations of Anemo Archons looked at each other.Then Venti casually summoned a wisp of wind and told Dvalin the contents of the arrow letter and some recent news about Inazuma.After a while, Dvalin raised his wings in astonishment."Is Snezhnaya crazy? No, should I say the Cryo Archon is crazy? That's the Raiden Shogun, a god with almost the best combat power except for the Geo Archon of Liyue!""Dvalin, calm down."Barbatos held his forehead and spoke helplessly.Then the Stormterror Dragon landed, folded his wings, and stood calmly beside him."This matter has become a big deal.""Who said it wasn’t? But I can understand it. If I were to encounter such a thing, I wouldn’t be able to bear it either. Senior Raiden Shogun is very domineering."Wendy spread her hands, with obvious recognition on her charming and beautiful face, showing her youthful vigor as the second-generation Archon to the old Anemo Archon and his followers.Dvalin nodded his head. Looking at the things he could do, you could tell that he was not a dragon without a temper. He would also declare war.Barbatos looked at the god and the dragon helplessly."The problem is that we can’t let them fight.""I agree! The war between monsters and gods is one thing, and the war between gods is another. Since the Seven Archons ruled the world, everyone has lived in peace, and it is an unwritten tacit understanding. If a fight breaks out and this precedent is set, then there will be two if there is one, and there will be endless troubles in the long run."Wendy frowned. Although she agreed with the Raiden Shogun’s approach, she disagreed with the emergence of a war between gods. Barbatos and Dvalin nodded in unison, agreeing with the foresight of the second-generation Archon and once again recognizing her wisdom."More importantly, the structure of the Seven ruling over the mortal world originates from Celestia. Once it reaches the point of a war between gods, it may cause dissatisfaction in Celestia, and the slightest mistake will affect the Seven Nations… Barbatos, you must do your best to avoid the war between gods!"Wendy added another irrefutable reason.Dvalin nodded in succession.And Barbatos also quickly clarified his attitude after a brief hesitation."You are right. The precedent of an Archon War cannot be set, and the extra attention of Celestia should be avoided as much as possible… Uh, that is to say, it is unlikely that you will attend on their behalf?""Barbatos, there is a limit to laziness! Do you think it is appropriate for me to go to this kind of thing? Am I qualified to intervene? You should do something serious!"Wendy sat on the branch with a frowning expression of disapproval. Obviously not very fierce, but the accusation was very appropriate.Dvalin nodded even more hastily.Well said, say a few more words, the dragon will love to hear it.Barbatos had to laugh dryly and scratched his head, and suddenly his eyes rolled again—wait, the Archons have come all the way to Inazuma, the Raiden Shogun must prepare a table of good wine and food, right? It just so happens that the one-month ban on performances by the Knights of Favonius has not yet passed.Recently, even if you sing secretly, you’ll be chased away by the Knights. You're suffering from having no wine to drink!Barbatos grinned and became happy again.Then Wendy spoke in a worried tone."I don’t know how Senior Raiden Shogun is doing. I didn’t notice any problems last time. It seems that I am too immature. Barbatos, please say hello when you go there, and help as much as you can. Senior guarded the front line of the Dark Sea for the Seven Nations and kept the entire Teyvat free from the threat of evil gods. That’s also a great contribution.""Well, you’re right."Seeing Wendy's melancholy eyes looking in the direction of Inazuma, Barbatos touched his nose and felt guilty for a rare moment.His junior was too serious and reliable, which made him, a senior who was only thinking about drinks, seem very conscienceless."How about you come with me?""No. Although the Abyss Order suffered heavy losses before, it is highly unlikely that they will dare to cause trouble again. But it is the Abyss after all. Who knows what those lunatics will think? In the current Mondstadt, unless there is no other choice, it is better to leave at least one Anemo Archon in charge.""That’s right, that’s right."Well, Barbatos confirmed again that it was really nice to have a reliable successor. It can even save a lot of thinking.But after the fun, he still looked in the direction of Inazuma and sighed silently in his heart.'Ah~~'The Seven Archons Banquet that year started with him, the Anemo Archon who was lively and active and liked to go around looking for gods to drink with.He was familiar with the first generation of the Seven Archons. They were all gentle and reliable colleagues.And now he couldn’t understand these second-generation Archons more and more. The sudden change aroused some emotions hidden under the smiles and the wind elves.Erosion is everywhere."Dang~~"Barbatos played the harp. This time there were no poems he made up, just a tune from the heart—beautiful, melancholy, but with the unique joy and relief of Qianfeng.Venti listened, comprehended the emotions of Barbatos blending into the wind, and the corners of her mouth gradually rose.Dvalin also lay down his dragon head, right next to the oak tree, and slowly fell asleep.---Chapter 139 Where Are my Believers?Luhua Garden, Guizhong Cave.The cave, which had not been used for thousands of years, needed a thorough cleaning.Many objects had decayed. The various mechanisms and magics set up to facilitate life had long since changed beyond recognition.Guizhong floated in the air of the cave, commanding the sisters Bonanus, Indarias, and the Lord of Salt Maria to rest and clean up the cave. Next to them followed the weak Havria, who peeled fruit and fed food to Guizhong with a gentle face."Maria, what are you doing? Keep moving, there are still many things!"Guizhong suddenly saw Maria standing there with a pile of heavy objects on her shoulders.So she floated over and poked Maria's face."Maria, what are you daydreaming about?""Well... slow down a little, I think Morax is coming."Maria walked out carrying the things.Guizhong blinked, then followed with her hands on her hips."Again? You don't want to fight again? You have to go to Jueyun Karst, not in my cave. My cave is already a mess, and I can't clean it up. If you guys mess it up again, it will be completely uninhabitable. Oh, it's so pitiful. Think about it, it was a clean and comfortable home before I went to bed. How come I didn't even have a place to lie down after waking up, wuwuwu~~"Guizhong kept mumbling.Maria picked her ears and smiled helplessly.She can understand it. After all, she is a top chatterbox who has slept for thousands of years. She has to chatter all the time to relieve her addiction, right?Although Maria has a good way to seal this cherry mouth, she can consume the energy of that slippery little pink tongue in another way of entanglement.But it's still daytime, it's not very convenient, so she can only let it go.Morax arrived soon."Rex Lapis!""Hey, Morax~~""Your Majesty the Geo Archon!"He saw that Maria had already set out the tea, and the others were sitting and waiting, so he nodded to them and took his seat calmly.Maria glanced in the direction of Liyue Harbor, handed Zhongli tea, and asked. "Is that the Electro Archon of Inazuma?""Yes.""What a great arrow that shoots out like a dragon, fierce and sharp, domineering and brilliant—not simple.""Like you. You are a pure warrior obsessed with martial arts. You should have a lot in common when you meet."Zhongli picked up the teacup and couldn't help but smile.If the Valkyrie and the Electro General, two pure martial arts masters, meet, it must be a pleasing sword fight, right?Zhongli was very interested in this. Maria did not comment, and then asked. "What did she send?""A letter of invitation. Let me tell you slowly..."Zhongli told the content of the letter. He also believed that the Fatui could make personal judgments on those things.Maria frowned after listening, looked up at the sky, and murmured. "Archon War, not very suitable, right?""The Salt King is really perceptive. This is also the problem I am worried about. In short, an Archon War cannot be started, otherwise there will be endless troubles."Zhongli sighed.And Maria silently gave a thumbs up.It was not because Zhongli could see the consequences of a God War, but because there was a special message on the arrow to the Geo Archon, which only gods could see.In the message, the Electro Archon expressed her attitude to the most senior Geo Archon, explaining that she did not want to start a God War, but to force Snezhnaya to bow its head and dampen the prestige of the Cryo Archon. She also asked the Geo Archon to help stabilize the situation at that time.Without this message, it would be a mindless battle between gods.With this message, it would be a conspiracy of Inazuma to take advantage of the situation to control the Cryo Archon.For Morax, these are two different concepts.Zhongli must have read that message. However, even when facing Liyue's own people, he just kept it in his heart and said nothing, thus protecting the reputation of the Electro Archon to the greatest extent.For an old senior to be able to do this, his character is really beyond reproach.Maria nodded in her heart."Then why did you come to me?""There have been frequent changes in Teyvat in recent days. During my absence, I implore the Lord of Salt to take care of Liyue. If there is any change, please lead all the Adepti and the Qixing to protect the people of Liyue."Morax took out a Record of No Taboos.But unlike all the previous talismans, this one condensed the extremely pure and rich power of the Geo Archon. It is enough for any Adeptus to understand the significance of this Record of No Taboos with just one glance.Maria pondered.Guizhong, Havria, and the two sisters beside her did not show any surprise.In terms of seniority, strength, and status, when Morax was gone, no one was more qualified than Maria to rule Liyue. Even the Adepti and Yakshas would have no objection to this.After a while, Maria folded the talisman into her pocket. There was no pretense of evasion, but she nodded calmly."Okay.""Thank you. I feel much more at ease with you here.""There is one more thing. Sal Terrae has been submerged, and the City is no longer there. Don't call me the Salt King in the future. It always feels weird."Maria smiled helplessly.The solemn atmosphere of entrusting power was also dissipated.Zhongli touched his chin and shook his head. "Although Sal Terrae is gone, the achievements of the Salt King and her contribution to Liyue are eternal. There is no need to be modest. You deserve the title of King."Maria's killing exploits during her lifetime are needless to say. Except for Morax himself, no Adeptus in Liyue could match her quality in the next 2,700 years. Even during her slumber, it was because of the blood exchange that the Yakshas were able to let go and hunt filthy evil spirits. The peace of Liyue today is inseparable from Maria's continuous contributions over thousands of years.The title of Salt King has long had little to do with the City of Salt and Havria for Liyue.It is just a respectful title for Maria herself. If she is willing, it is also possible to change Maria's title to the King of Dust."Besides, although the Sal Terrae is gone, the dwellers have continued to multiply until now. They respect me, but they always remember that they are the people of the Salt God and the Lord of Salt. For many years, the sacrifices to the salt in the ground have never been interrupted. In this case, how can you say that the name of the Salt King is inappropriate?"Zhongli smiled.The Yaksha sisters nodded like chickens pecking at rice, looking at the beautiful face of the Salt King, their eyes flashing with admiration and respect.The ones who benefited from the Salt King the most in Liyue were the Yakshas. If anyone dared to say that Maria was not worthy of the title of King, the Yakshas would dare to come to their house in the middle of the night to chat."Eh? What about the Guili people? Are they also worshipping me every year? Oh, it's really annoying, who made me... Wait, why are you all silent?"Guizhong's just-proud smile froze.Zhongli, Bonanus, and Indarias silently turned their eyes away, unable to bear to look at her.---Chapter 140 Liyue Is as Stable as a RockGuizhong and Morax formed an alliance the earliest, so at that time Guili City was already a settlement where the Geo Archon and God of Dust worshipped together.So after the Guili people arrived at Liyue Harbor, they integrated very quickly and well.The result of integrating so well is that there is no longer any distinction between the old liyue people and Guili people, and they are all the people of the Geo Archon. God of Dust Guizhong?Oh, it's the one in the history books, Rex Lapis' ally in the past, the respected old god of our Liyue!The people of Liyue only have this impression now."Wow~~"Guizhong also realized something, sniffed, and then cried and threw herself into Maria's arms.Maria touched Guizhong's hair with a smile and said softly:"Okay, okay, let's talk about business, stop pretending.""How do you know I'm pretending? Don't you feel sorry for me?""I love you like my life, how can I not feel sorry for you? But I understand you, as long as the people can live well, you don't care whether they remember or not.""Hehehe! What do you say, but there is no harm without comparison. The Salt King always remembers you, but no one remembers me, I will still be sad!"Guizhong raised her head from Maria's arms and pouted cutely. Although she was very happy with Maria's confession, the comparison of the people's memories still made her a little jealous.Maria had to gently touch Guizhong's fair face, with a soft light of pampering in her eyes. Like a pair of hands that went straight into her heart and gently massaged it.Guizhong showed a charming silly smile and couldn't help but throw herself into Maria's arms again. Sniffing the intoxicating fragrance, rubbing against it, she forgot the unpleasantness in an instant."Sip~~"Zhongli drank tea and didn't want to talk for a moment.But suddenly he realized that he didn't need to envy Barbatos anymore.Barbatos just had an immature successor.On his side, a heavyweight old friend returned.Maria is a the Valkyrie whose combat power is not inferior to the Seven Archons. She is enough to replace Morax to carry the banner under any circumstances. And don't forget that she was once known as a wise king, and her ability to govern the country has been tested in practice.In the end, she is the representative of wisdom.As for Haagentus, do you understand the value of a row of mechanisms that have been used in the Archon War to the last few hundred years?And the reason why it can't be used recently is not because it can't keep up with the era, but because it has been aging and scrapped for too long.Havria... well, uh, after all, she is a God, so it is more or less intimidating when placed there. At least slightly stronger than the Adepti, right?The return of the three heavyweight allies is enough to make Liyue as stable as Mount Tai, so Morax felt that his burden is relieved too much at once.Thinking of this, Zhongli couldn't help but frown slightly and asked with concern. "Maria, are Guizhong and Havria still conceptually alive?""It's not that easy. Now they are using my blood to maintain their vitality. After all, they have been exhausted for nearly three thousand years. It's probably a long way to go to restore them to their prime."The main reason is that only one intact god can be left in a region. This is the rule of Celestia.Otherwise, let alone Guizhong and Havria, even if the village master Marcosius has a problem, it wouldn't be difficult for the Adepti to cure it.But it's just that they haven't recovered completely. In fact, they have entered the protection circle of the Adepti, so there is no reason to let them encounter danger again.Guizhong hugged Maria and spoke nonchalantly. "What are you afraid of? I don't make a living by force! Just wait and see. I have made a plan. After I finish cleaning up here, I will start to study a stronger and more powerful super Guizhong Mechanism. At that time, I will surround Liyue and focus on defense in important places such as the Chasm. At most two hundred years, I will make Liyue an iron barrel diamond that cannot be splashed by water or burned by fire!"The arms maniac of that year stood up, raised her head and chest proudly, and talked about her further firepower construction plan.Zhongli was stunned for a moment, thinking, and after a moment, he took out a stack of papers and stamped his divine seal on the white papers one by one.After a while, he handed these blank papers to Guizhong."Take it. If there is anything you need during the development process, write it down and let the Qixing arrange it. If it is something that mortals cannot provide, then use your eloquence to instruct the immortals to run errands like you did in the past.""You are really nice, Morax. After all, you are still the God of Contracts now, doesn't that mean Liyue is very rich? Oh, the conditions have improved all of a sudden, I am still a little uncomfortable... Hey, wait, what do you mean by eloquence? Are you saying that I am shameless?""I didn't mean that. I just praised Lord Haagentus for his eloquence and quick thinking.""Wow! You have become so good at talking, different from before. Great progress, Morax. Keep up the good work, come on!"Guizhong blinked her big eyes, clenched her fist to encourage, and looked at Zhongli innocently.Zhongli was silent—he couldn't help but think of a hall master who was also eccentric. His calm and ancient heart of rock really couldn't handle this overly lively type.Then, Zhongli looked at Maria who was drinking tea as if nothing had happened, and his eyes suddenly lit up.'Speaking of which, since the Salt King can subdue Guizhong, then can she also deal with Hutao easily?'Zhongli's mind raced, and he narrowed his eyes, vaguely having some ideas in his mind.The improper thought flashed through his mind, and then, Zhongli gazed at Maria with a hint of heaviness. "I heard that you ordered Xiao to explore the Chasm?""Yes. I know Xiao's combat power, and that natural four hands are not just good-looking. When he is awake, very few people under a God can hurt his life. I think there may be a glimmer of hope.""Alas..."Zhongli sighed.After a long while, he spoke with some nostalgia and regret:"Five hundred years ago, Khaenri'ah changed, and darkness attacked from the abyss and rushed towards the seven kingdoms. At that time, I went to Khaenri'ah to fight against the source of the disaster, while the main force of the Thousand Rock Army and the three Yaksha brothers and sisters joined hands to stop the crisis that broke out in the Layered Abyss. In the end, in order to cut off the threat of the monsters that kept pouring out and protect the precarious Liyue Harbor, the soldiers and Yaksha fought hard into the depths of darkness to buy time, and the warlocks in the army took the opportunity to use the ancient magic weapon Taiweiyi to form a formation and completely sealed the space at the bottom of the Layered Abyss... All the members never returned and died bravely."Zhongli narrated that history in a low tone.The Yaksha sisters who had experienced that moment also burst into tears."Xiao was at the forefront at that time. When the space formation was activated, he used all four hands to grab Bonanus, Indarias, and several soldiers who were closest to him, and threw them out of the space that was about to be closed. I think he was thinking of saving as many as he could, and he must be very proud of being able to save a few more lives at the last moment, including his two sisters.""Although the situation is special, it has shaken the morale of the army a little bit, right?""I didn't say it wasn't. If there is a chance, I will teach him a lesson."Zhongli raised the corner of his mouth and nodded in agreement with Maria's slightly teasing evaluation. But he smiled again, as if he saw the big Yaksha, who was smug and laughing at the last moment.Zhongli sighed, drank a sip of tea. "After everything was settled, in the next few hundred years, I also went deep into the depths of the Layered Rock Abyss several times."Bonanus and Indarias's eyes lit up, and they looked at Zhongli together.Zhongli did not give them too much expectation, shook his head gently. "But nothing was gained. The formation at that time sealed the space at the bottom, and those spaces were affected by the power of the abyss and..."Zhongli unconsciously looked up at the sky, and then continued. "Affected by the power of Celestia, the space of the ground layer became ambiguous, strange and unpredictable, and no longer the same. I even occasionally felt that some of the spaces was consciously avoiding me. In short, I can't find the direction and reason, and I can't do anything."Zhongli explained very seriously.He was also explaining the risks. If it was a simple threat of combat power, it would not matter to him and Maria. But there was really no way to deal with a strange and unpredictable space. If you are not careful, you will get lost, no matter who goes.Maria nodded solemnly.Space is indeed special, and it is difficult for people without related abilities to deal with it.But in the world of Honkai, she played the space better than Kiana and Sirin.Just because Morax can't handle it doesn't mean she can't.---Chapter 141: The Crying Girl Under the MaskMaria raised her glass and spoke seriously."I will be careful. But my success rate should be higher than yours. Bosacius and I exchanged blood for more than 2,000 years, and he has more or less some of my marks on his body. I should have a better sense of direction than you there.""If that's the case, then I really have to ask you to go. In any case, at least bring something back. For the people of Liyue, this is a return to their roots, which is very important. But... although I'm sorry for Bosacius and those soldiers, I still hope you can hold off for a few days.""I understand. Not to mention that Xiao's investigation will not produce results so quickly, I will guard Liyue while you go to mediate the war between gods. At least wait for you to come back before considering leaving.""Thank you, thank you for your trouble."The two sides clinked their glasses and drank them all.After that, Zhongli got up and left with a sense of relief."It's getting late, Bonanus, Indarias, you should go back to your cave and rest first. We will clean up the rest tomorrow.""Yes, Lord Rex Lapis." ×2The two sisters retreated respectfully.At this time, Maria took Havria's hand and spoke helplessly. "Why are you still speechless in front of Morax?""I'm just... I'm afraid of disappointing the Lord."Havria stammered and pointed at her fingers weakly.That was the biggest psychological shadow of Havria's early years. Although the times had changed and she had someone to rely on, the shadow of her childhood was obviously not so easy to dissipate.Maria and Guizhong looked at each other, and Guizhong spread her hands helplessly.Then the three of them walked back to the cave. Guizhong kept chattering, Maria looked down at the two with a smile, and Havria smiled shyly.The moonlight illuminated the backs of the three people holding hands, just like 2,700 years ago, close and inseparable.…At the same time, Nahida and the Dendro Archon had just come out of the Irminsul space.Nahida held her forehead and sighed."The Electro Archon is too...""No, it should be said that the Fatui are really...""Ah, in the final analysis, is the Cryo Archon so brave? Does she want to provoke everyone one by one?"Nahida showed an expression that was difficult to describe.In the subway, a white-haired girl looking at the phone·jpgNahida thought that being imprisoned by her people and isolated for five hundred years was already very abstract.But thinking about the crimes of the Fatui in Sumeru, and thinking about the contents announced by the Electro Archon, she suddenly felt that perhaps the most abstract among the Seven Archons should be the Cryo Archon, who appears to challenge the six Archons?[In any case, the order of the Lord Irminsul is correct. The Archon War should not be started, and Celestia should not be allowed to frequently interfere with the earth. I think at least the Geo Archon and the Anemo Archon can understand these reasons. If you want to stop it, they should also help to speak, so it won't be too difficult to persuade the Electro Archon.]"I understand, Greater Lord. Although we haven't made all the preparations yet, let's go and meet them... the six Archons of the mortal world that I have long admired. Although I have already met three of them unexpectedly, I don't know how many I can meet this time."Nahida scratched her face, but she was no longer as flustered as before.After a period of handling state affairs, with the support of Greater Lord Rukkhadevata and the Lord of Irminsul, Nahida has now found her position—the second terminal of Irminsul.This position is neither the highest nor the lowest. You need to do things, but if you make mistakes, there are people to support you.In short, it is very reassuring.Ah, praise our Lord Irminsul.It turns out that as long as you realize that you are not the most important one, life can be so calm!...However, if we say that the most panicked god at the moment is probably not the Cryo Archon who was declared war on... It is the Hydro Archon of Fontaine."Boom!""Guuuuuu!!!"At that time, Furina was in the Palais Mermonia, happily eating a small cake.The sudden thunder resounded through Fontaine, and she was frightened and screamed strangely."Cough cough cough!"Then she choked.Eylse quickly handed her tea and patted her back, and after a long time, Furina calmed down."Lady Furina, are you still alive?""Cough! Eylse, you should learn how to speak... No, there is such a big noise, what happened?"Furina was a little panicked after realizing it belatedly. Eylse floated to the window, looked into the distance, and then came back. "It seems that the Electro Archon shot an arrow over, with words on it, saying... the Electro Archon wants to duel with the Cryo Archon, and invites Lady Furina to witness it, something like that.""Huh? Huh!?"Furina pressed against the window, looking at the crowds gathering at the port of the Court of Fontaine, and in an instant, cold sweat covered her forehead...."What's going on?""Hey, is this... the Electro Archon declaring war on the Cryo Archon?""Is it so exciting?""Should I say that the Fatui are so crazy? Fortunately, they are not in Fontaine. They wouldn’t dare mess around here.""Who said it wasn't? It seems that we have to be more careful about those Fatui in the future.""By the way, where is Lady Furina? Why didn’t she come out?"The crowd was bustling, and the guards of the Maison Gardiennage had surrounded the arrow inserted into the ground, isolating it from the touch of mortals.Since it was a matter of gods, all mortals could do was stay away and not overstep their boundaries, so no one dared to pull out the arrow."Ah! Look up!""It's Lady Furina!"Amid the crowd, a lovely blue girl descended from the sky and landed next to the arrow, followed by a floating Melusine.Under the eyes of the crowd, Furina hooked her finger. The arrow trembled, then was pulled up by an invisible force and flew into Furina’s hand, and the floating words disappeared.Furina held the arrow, touched her chin, frowned, and had a majestic expression. "The Electro Archon and the Cryo Archon, an Archon War? This is something that has never happened before. All the people of Fontaine, please go away and continue your lives. This is a matter between gods, and I will handle it. In the name of the Hydro Archon, I will not allow injustice to happen in Fontaine, nor will I allow it to happen between gods.""As expected of Lady Furina!""Long live Lady Furina!"The people of Fontaine were not panicking at first; after all, it had nothing to do with their Archon.Seeing Furina come out to collect the arrow, and her confident and calm appearance, they naturally put their minds at ease and cheered to express their respect and love for the Hydro Archon.Furina raised her hat to the crowd with a bright smile."Okay, regent, let's go.""Yes, Lady Furina."Furina flew away with a smile on her face.In fact, her heart was already in chaos.What should I do? I am not sure about one Archon at all. If six Archons see me, can I still hide my identity?Or I can ask NeuNeuvillete to go in my place, but I must have a reason, just say… just say I have to beware of the prophecy, so I must stay in Fontaine!No, no, if I say that, NeuNeuvillete will definitely ask about the prophecy. Then how can I answer? I can’t make it up, right? It will reveal a flaw!If I don’t go… if I don’t go, the Electro Archon will feel unsatisfied after beating the Cryo Archon and will say that I don’t give her face, and come to beat me.What should I do?Furina had never seen the Seven Archons, so she could only imagine the image and temperament of the Seven.This Electro Archon wanted to behead the Cryo Archon as soon as she opened her mouth, and it seemed she must have a very hot temper. Furina was really unsure of the consequences of not giving face.Besides, the arrow message said that all Archons were invited. When all Archons went, it would be difficult to explain why the Hydro Archon didn’t come.It’s over, it’s over.Furina’s face began to turn pale.She felt that she had encountered the biggest trouble in five hundred years.As she contemplated in chaos, she saw Eylse' face. "Well, Eylse, you can imitate the power and aura of an Archon, right?""Yes.""What?""Eylse said it can be imitated, Lady Furina."Eylse looked at Furina innocently.Furina laughed dryly and turned back, with more cold sweat on her face.If even the power of an Archon can be imitated... then what on earth is Eylse!?Is this regent, whom she is familiar with and even relies on, really just a simple Melusine?After returning to the Hydro Archon's bedroom, Furina held the arrow, her hand trembling slightly. Then she bit her thumb hard, using the pain to force herself to calm down from the panic."Lady Furina?""Eylse, go out first... I want to think quietly by myself."Furina smiled, as if everything was under control.And Eylse looked at Furina quietly, without any emotion in her eyes—she just suddenly felt a little regretful.Because under this smiling mask, Eylse saw a girl who was trembling but trying to hold back her tears."It's okay, just calm down. Lady Furina can do anything. And Eylse will always be with you, Lady Furina.""Ahahaha... I... What could happen to me? I'm very calm, very calm..."Furina forced a smile. But under the gaze of Eylse’s pure and soft red eyes, she couldn’t help but reach out her hand, wrap Eylse’s body, and hug her tighter than ever before.---Chapter 142 You also call me... a giant beastAfter being alone and quiet, Furina quickly regained her composure.She had been silently persisting in a one-man show for five hundred years until now.Furina's rationality, patience, and strength are beyond the imagination of ordinary people.Soon, she jumped out of the crisis of her identity being exposed and began to examine the current situation rationally.NeuNeuvillete is not suitable. It is better for him not to go.For five hundred years, in order to deal with the prophecy, Furina herself had also collected various materials.Although no matter how much existing information there is about the ancient dragon sovereign, it is difficult to see its scales and claws.But Furina knows that the relationship between gods and dragons is very delicate. Whether they are mortal enemies or not can be determined by the situation, but at least dragons must not be used to represent gods.Letting the Hydro Dragon Sovereign be the supreme judge is an internal issue of Fontaine, and the foreign gods can't say anything.But if a dragon is allowed to replace the Hydro Archon to attend the Archons' meeting, even if there was no problem before, there will be problems as soon as he goes.Maybe the gods will think that the Hydro Archon is provoking them.As the God of Justice, it is really hard to justify not attending such an occasion. Unless I can give an impeccable reason... to deal with the prophecy? No, that is a worse choice.Regarding the prophecy, Furina has been using various methods to make the people of Fontaine ignore it, so that people can regard it as a fairy tale fable that does not need to be overly worried. This has ensured the overall peace of Fontaine so far. Otherwise, the fear of the people of Fontaine would increase day by day, and there would be a steady stream of people asking her about how to deal with the prophecy.Once the prophecy is used as an excuse, it is equivalent to confirming the authenticity of the crisis in the tone of the Hydro Archon.Will the six Archons have any ideas at that time?What actions will NeuNeuvillete take?It is very likely that Fontaine will first fall into chaos, and then many forces will come to inquire and confirm—at that time, Furina will definitely not be able to give everyone a satisfactory answer. A slight negligence will ruin the five hundred years of persistence.Furina clenched her thumb and took a deep breath."We can't let people pay attention to the prophecy. The prophecy must be covered under the art and noise of the opera house. The excuse for not going... the reason for not going... I can't think of it."Furina shook her head calmly.Except for the suppressed prophecy, Fontaine is basically peaceful at this stage, and there is no major danger.Should I say to the outside world, "I want to eat a small cake, so I don't have time"?Let's not talk about what the six Archons will think of me. If I use a reason that is not very convincing, or simply am absent without reason, then where will my previous sentence "The God of Justice will not allow injustice to happen" be placed?It doesn't even matter whether she said that sentence before. What matters is that she has played the role of the God of Justice for five hundred years. Defending the law and judging sin has long been her character that cannot be broken.Foreign gods have reached the point of a war between gods, and it also involves countless murders in Inazuma.On such an occasion, the God of Justice is absent. No matter how you think about it, it is problematic.At least the people of Fontaine would be full of doubts, and even NeuNeuvillete would have doubts.However, even if that were the case, it would be better than showing up in front of the six Archons and exposing the secret directly, right?Then she could only try to think of an excuse other than the prophecy and not go!Originally, this was the only choice for Furina."Disguised as an Archon?"Eylse gave an unexpected answer to the previous panicked question.Although it was ridiculous, Melusine's words—no, it should be Eylse's words—shouldn't lie to her, right?Furina couldn't help but look at the door.She knew that outside the closed door, Eylse was there, waiting for her call at any time. That obedient and sensitive regent was between easy to deceive and hard to deceive. She often made people feel very reassured and occasionally made her panic.So far, Eylse has never disappointed Furina. It is better to say that the appearance of Eylse has brought irreplaceable help to Furina.So, she should be trustworthy, right?Furina took out her thumb that had been bitten for a long time and saw the red mark on it, and the remaining crystal saliva."Heh!"Furina smiled bitterly and shook her head, took out a handkerchief, and wiped it clean.Then she made up her mind and walked to the door....Half an hour later, Furina came to a cave she didn't recognize."Is this a cave? Underground? But where does the light come from?""This is next to Haimo Village. In order for everyone to live comfortably, I made a large area here warm and found a way to make it bright. At the same time, some more dangerous things were dispersed to the deepest part.""Haimo Village? Oh, yes, no wonder I think this landscape is a little familiar!"Furina scratched her head and then knocked her palm with sudden enlightenment.Melusines joined Fontaine, and naturally, she was also a subject of Furina. She had come to Haimo Village to comfort the Melusine clan."Eh? Wait, what do you mean? You are not an ordinary Melusine?""Eylse is an ordinary Melusine. But she is also the original Melusine, so everyone calls me Father. And in ancient Fontaine, before I created this form, you also called me... the great beast Elynas."Eylse looked at Furina mechanically. The red eyes, against the dark background of the underground cave, exuded a chilling faint light."Gu~~"Furina's pupils trembled, and she swallowed subconsciously."Cake.""Okay, Lady Furina.""...Are you really the great beast Elynas?""Yes, Lady Furina."Furina ate the cake mechanically and nodded.The amount of information received today is a bit too much. As an ordinary actor, Furina's brain cells are a bit insufficient.It is urgent to continue to replenish more sugar.After eating a few bites, Furina realized it and turned to look at Eylse. "Doesn't that mean we are in your stomach now, and I am the little cake?""Yes, Lady Furina is the sweet little cake.""..."Furina covered her face, and she looked unusually calm.It's not that she was not panicking, but she was too panicked, so she just gave up.But thinking about it carefully, it make sense. If Eylse is the great beast from back then, then the source of her power and the claim that she could overthrow Fontaine make perfect sense.Furina continued to put the cake into her mouth."Chew~Chew~~"The sufficient sugar allowed the brain to complete its operation again and finally cooled down.There is no way, it's already at this point, what else can she can do if she doesn't cool down?"So, you're not dead?""It depends on how you define death. If you define it from a physical perspective, I've already died once. If you define it from a spiritual perspective, I've always been here."Eylse said these terrifying words as if nothing had happened.---Chapter 143: Power Requires Liquid TransmissionIf the giant beast had always been alive, didn’t that mean Fontaine had been sitting beside an active volcano that could erupt at any moment—all these years?It wasn’t just terrifying. It was completely terrifying!Funina shuddered and quickly asked “Why did you attack Fontaine back then?”“I didn’t attack Fontaine. I just wanted to play with everyone. But when I realized I was causing trouble, I stopped my activities. Would you like a new cake, Lady Funina?”Eylse abruptly changed the subject.Funina blinked in confusion and shook her head slightly.“No, I’ve already reached my calorie limit for today. Even if I won’t gain weight, I still have self-control… So that’s why there’s no historical record of Fontaine fighting a desperate battle with the giant beast. You committed suicide? That makes sense. That makes a lot of sense!”Funina stared at Eylse and blinked cutely.Eylse stared back and blinked just as cutely. Funina reached out and pinched Eylse’s cheek.“Does that hurt?”“A little, Lady Funina.”Funina let go, thought for a moment, then began jumping in place—well, jumping on top of Eylse’s body.“Does this hurt?”“It doesn’t hurt, Lady Funina.”“You’re so weird.”“Am I weird, Lady Funina?”Eylse tilted her head, blinking her wide, innocent eyes.Funina: “…”All sorts of emotions churned in Funina’s heart Suspicion, fear, absurdity, confusion.When it all hit a peak, Funina couldn’t hold it in any longer. She looked up at the ceiling of the empty cave and screamed. “Ahhhh!!!”Eylse raised her hand expressionlessly and blocked her ears with her fingers.After a moment, Funina regained her composure and, with a trace of irritation, declared loudly. “Hmph! Whether you’re a giant beast or a Melusine, since you’ve come to Fontaine, you’re one of my people—as the God of Justice!”“Yes, Lady Funina.”“You’ll listen to me like before!”“Yes, Lady Funina.”“…You just told me such an important secret so easily—why?”“Because Lady Funina asked.”Eylse’s answer was simple and natural.Funina felt like she was going insane. She scratched her head, her thoughts tangled in knots.She couldn’t even tell anymore: was Eylse just hopelessly naive? Or… was she someone special in Eylse’s eyes—special enough that Eylse would answer any question she asked without hesitation?Funina bit her lip and pushed the chaotic thoughts aside for now.“Well, no one will notice anything here—not even Neuvillete, right?”“Yes, no one will notice.”“Alright then. Prove to me how you can give someone the power and aura of a god… For the sake of the experiment, I’ll make myself just like an ordinary person. Don’t get any weird ideas—this transformation is purely for verification. I am the Hydro Archon, not a mortal, you know?”“If Eylse says she believes it, will Lady Funina be happy?”Eylse didn’t seem surprised at Funina’s insistence—one that was nearly a slip of the tongue.Maybe there really had been too much information to process today. Even Funina was reaching her limit.She smiled awkwardly. It wasn’t just from her own mistake—but also because of Eylse’s eyes, which seemed to say she’d believe anything as long as Funina was happy.“Whether you believe it or not, I am the Hydro Archon!”“Yes, of course you are the Hydro Archon, Lady Funina.”“Prove it to me!”Once again, Funina grew desperate, ignoring everything else and pressing Eylse to prove it.Eylse nodded. A red dagger appeared in her hand, glistening like coagulated blood, and she raised it to her neck.“Hey! Wait!”Funina quickly grabbed her wrist.“What are you doing? Are you trying to kill yourself?!”“Eylse won’t die. It’s just that power transmission needs to be done through body fluids. The most direct method is for Lady Funina to drink Eylse’s blood.”“No, no! Even if you won’t die, won’t it hurt?! And drinking your blood is way too weird! Do it another way—something less bloody!”“Oh, there’s another way.”The bloody dagger disappeared from Eylse’s hand.Funina let out a breath of relief.Then, she saw Eylse cup her own face with both hands and slowly lean in.“W-Wait, what?!”Funina’s eyes widened—adorably, confusedly, helplessly.Eylse admired the helpless blue gaze staring back at her.“Mchlp—”A moment passed. Funina still stared at Eylse, dumbfounded.Eylse only pulled away after considerable restraint. The flamboyant, vibrant blue girl had a taste far sweeter and softer than expected.A glistening thread of saliva lingered between them, and time seemed to freeze.“You… You… What did you do to me!?”It took Funina a few seconds to recover. She covered her lips and backed away in alarm.At that moment—not just her delicate little face, but even her hands—were blushing with unspeakable shyness.Five hundred years. She’d protected her first kiss for five hundred years!She’d never imagined the day she’d lose it would actually come!And just as the shock of her body being “defiled” hadn’t fully worn off, Funina suddenly felt a power unlike anything she had ever known.“…This is…”She couldn’t help but raise her hand. Instinctively, she pointed at the space beside her.“BOOM!!!”A torrent of water exploded outward, blasting open a massive hole with no end in sight.Funina’s pupils contracted.This was stronger than any wielder of the Hydro Vision she had ever seen. And yet, compared to the power flowing within her, this was just a drop in the lake.She stared at her palm in a daze.“…The power of a god?”There was no doubt. This was god–level power.It wasn’t clear how it ranked among gods, but it was far beyond what any mortal could hope to reach.Eylse gazed at Funina calmly, gently touching her own lips.[Thank you. This divine power was worth every coin.][Damn, she got such a good deal.][Damn, she got such a good deal.][Damn—]The fact that Eylse had applied for divine power only to use it to tease a young girl made the other Angels feel—no, not just envious and jealous—but also deeply judgmental and critical.Funina took a deep breath, her heart racing faster than ever before. There were two reasons: the kiss, and the immense power surging in her body.But she couldn’t tell which one weighed more.Calm down, calm down. I’m Funina. The God of Justice, Funina.Funina did her best to maintain her composure.Chapter 144: Furina's GuiltAs for the previous kiss, Furina didn't care.Compared with this powerful force, this guarantee that can almost perfectly maintain the script, a mere first kiss is not that important.Besides, the target is a soft and cute girl like Eylse, so it can't be said that she was taken advantage of."Hehe... Hehe... Hahaha!"Although she tried her best to tell herself to be calm, Furina couldn't suppress the ecstasy in her heart and laughed out loud.Tears squeezed out of the corners of her eyes during the wild laughter, and she wiped them away casually.This is really unprecedented good news!As long as there is this power, as long as Eylse can keep helping her, then this five hundred years of script can definitely be easily maintained to the next and the next five hundred years, without any flaws!Fontaine is saved!"Haha... Wuuwuwu!"The laughter turned into crying without knowing when.Furina squatted on the ground, buried her head in her knees, and tears flowed down her white thighs.Eylse couldn't help but have a headache.I've guaranteed you everything, why are you still crying?Eylse squatted helplessly, gently hugged Furina's body, and stroked her head.Furina sobbed, turned her head, and looked at her magical regent with tears in her eyes."Eylse... hiss... you won't leave me, you will always listen to me... right... hiss!!!"Furina sucked her snot hard and asked in a completely undignified manner.Eylse's mouth twitched slightly when she was asked. Half of her heart was soft and full of pity, and half of her was amused by Furina's funny expression with tears and snot.After a while, Eylse softened her eyes."Of course, as long as Lady Furina doesn't fire Eylse, Eylse will always be by your side.""Then... hiss... then I won't fire you, you can't leave! Woohoo!"Emotional control is like a dam blocking floods. Before it gets out of control, any amount of water can be steadily blocked, but once it gets out of control and the dam collapses, it will be difficult to recover quickly.Furina threw herself on Eylse's chest and cried loudly, tears and snot flowing, wetting Eylse's clothes.Eylse felt the coolness on her chest, and the corners of her mouth twitched again.Although she was a beautiful girl who touched her aesthetic preferences in all aspects, this kind of contact was still a bit disgusting!My clothes are very expensive, okay!"Tsk!""Do you dislike me, woohoo!""No, Lady Furina.""That's great woohoo~~"...In short, she calmed down in the end."Lady Furina, come, exhale from your nose and wipe your snot.""Hiss!!!"The two sat on the stone next to them, and Eylse took a handkerchief to wipe Furina's snot and tears."I... I just remembered an old friend who looked a bit like you. Because I can't see him anymore, I cried so hard... It's not because of anything else! I'm the Hydro Archon! Tsk!!!"Furina sobbed, her eyes and nose were red, but she still tried to make up for herself.Eylse spoke woodenly. "Okay, Lady Furina, please raise your head a little.""Hmm..."After cleaning up, Furina held the warm teacup, smelled the aroma of black tea, and felt soft and light all over her body.The pressure accumulated for five hundred years was vented out in tears, so of course she felt light."Sigh~~(◕‿◕✿) Delicious!"Furina smiled carefreely, kicking her feet happily.Silly.But cute.Eylse was speechless. After feeling that the other party's mood had indeed completely eased and improved, the corners of her mouth slightly raised, and she also took a cup of tea and tasted it slowly.Furina turned her head to look at Eylse, her mind was floating and trying to continue working."Ah, the power in your body?""It's just temporary, Master Furina. After all, you are not a real god.""Nonsense! I am the Hydro Archon!""Eylse means that I can't give permanent divine power."At least not now, there are various restrictions, and I can't let go.Besides, it is not appropriate to give a mortal that kind of power out of thin air, which is easy to hurt others and yourself.Furina drank a sip of tea in confusion, and then nodded in understanding."Yes, if that kind of power can be given casually, it will be a mess. So how long can it last at a time?""Well... it may take more experiments. Eylse has never done it before, so I'm not sure."Eylse turned her head and looked at Furina with her innocent eyes.She didn't lie. Of course, one experiment can't get accurate and reliable data. It's normal to need multiple experiments.It has nothing to do with Furina's soft lips.Furina touched her lips subconsciously and blushed."Then... then let's experiment now... oh, you leave a letter in my bedroom first, just say... just say I'm dealing with important things, so that Neuvillete don't need to look for me, just handle the work yourself.""Okay, Lady Furina."Eylse moved her fingers, and as Furina said, she sent a letter and placed it on the table in Furina's palace. Then, when Furina was still nervous, Eylse held Furina's face again.Close."Sizzle~~"Well, with the taste of black tea, it's another experience.Eylse was very satisfied.Furina still opened her eyes wide, and then she couldn't bear the shyness and closed her eyes halfway.But after closing her eyes, other senses became more sensitive.Furina clearly felt the taste of Eylse.Under Eylse's already skilled guidance, the awkward Furina gradually got into the mood. Lips, teeth, mouth, tongue. Eylse was feeling hers, and she was also feeling Eylse's.'So soft... How can it be so soft... Sweet... This is...'Furina unconsciously opened her eyes a little, only to see Eylse's red pupils, as if she saw the intoxicating pampering and smile from them. So she closed her eyes again with peace of mind, and was completely brought into an unimaginable dream experience.After a long time, Furina seemed to be short of oxygen, and leaned on Eylse's shoulder in a daze."Here it comes, the power comes!"Furina stood up instantly, and a ball of water condensed in her hand."This is... this is... power!"Furina couldn't help but grin.Eylse watched Furina's fuss quietly, stroking her wet lips with her fingers, with a hint of a smile on her lips.Then, they stayed in this cave for two full days.Furina didn't remember how many times she had come into contact with Eylse.It was just that after she got used to it slowly, she was so competitive that she tried to suppress Eylse. Then she succeeded. Later, she hugged Eylse and absorbed it, and even learned some further caressing and clinging without a teacher — cough, it doesn't matter, yes, it doesn't matter.In the later period, every time she saw Eylse being sucked dizzy and weak by her, and could only mutter "Lady Furina" with lifeless eyes, Furina felt secretly happy... No, she felt guilty.Eylse was purer than herself, right? But because of her needs and coaxing, she ended up like this.Furina's guilt emerged.'But it was really comfortable, and Eylse's confused and helpless expression afterwards... Ah! Furina, you can't! You can't get addicted! This is a serious matter!'"Papa!"Furina slapped herself twice."Lady Furina?""It's okay. So have you figured out how long it lasts?"Furina asked seriously with a red mark on her face. Eylse touched her rosy lips, and after thinking for a while, she said. "After giving it all, as long as Lady Furina does not use that power, it can last for about four hours on you. But if you use the power, it will depend on the speed of consumption, and Eylse cannot guarantee it.""It's okay, I don't usually use power, and don't I have you in most cases? Four hours... four hours, and you can replenish it at any time, which is definitely enough!"Furina's eyes lit up and she couldn't help laughing.Then her smile gradually faded.This move is really amazing, and it can perfectly make up for her biggest flaw of not having power.But in front of the Seven Archons, there is still certain risks. After all, it is given—who knows what abilities the Seven Archons have? Maybe someone can see something?"If Lady Furina doesn't want to go, I can also make up some excuses for you.""What?""For example, the giant beast Elynas has started to move again, so you need to deal with it yourself and have no time to attend.""Is it possible?"Furina blinked in confusion.Then she shook her head."No. The giant beast is regarded as an enemy by everyone. If you move and let everyone know that you are not dead, it may cause some danger."Furina subconsciously looked up at the height. If she remembers correctly, the giant beast is related to Khaenri'ah, and Khaenri'ah was destroyed by Celestia.Only Celestia can't be an enemy, and Celestia can't pay attention to Fontaine. This is the creed that Furina has kept in mind for five hundred years."Forget it, let's go for it. It's impossible to be safe anymore. I don't know how long it will last. Sooner or later, I will meet them."Furina gritted her teeth, reached out, and held Eylse's soft hand, feeling extremely safe.Then, she smiled confidently."Let's go, Eylse. Time is running out. Let's go to Inazuma. I'll take you to see the gods of the Seven Nations!""Yes, Lady Furina.""Wait, the Archons won't recognize you like this, right?""If they can't recognize you, they will only think Eylse is an ordinary Melusine."Eylse looked at Furina meekly and gently.She didn't expect Furina to be so cautious.She felt more and more that this was a beautiful, shining gem that deserved to be held in my hand — and then completely possessed!---Chapter 145: Do you still think it's a game of fighting for chess pieces?"Are Eylse and Ms. Furina not back yet?"Neuvillete finished his daily work today and looked up at the door.Because Furina hasn't burdened him with those trivial matters in recent days, he hasn't seen Eylse, who is always with Furina, for a few days.He doesn't know how the child is doing, whether she has lost weight, and whether she is tired from work."Lord Neuvillete, I haven't had time to tell you. Lady Furina left another letter saying that she has set off with the Regent to Inazuma.""......?"Neuvillete took the letter handed over by his assistant, looked at the lively words of Furina on it, and fell into a long silence.That is an event that may lead to the outbreak of a war between gods!Furina, it's okay for you to go by yourself, but how can you take Eylse with you?Have you never thought about what to do if she is affected?Fontaine's weather today is thunderstorms...."Woohoo! Eylse, speed up, faster!""Yes, Lady Furina!""Boom!!!"Eylse, the telekinetic superhuman, turned into a cannonball that was far faster than the speed of sound, breaking through the clouds, breaking through the waves, and speeding over the sea.Furina hugged Eylse's neck, tightly pressed against her arms, and smiled particularly brightly.Anyway, all the preparations that could be made have been made. She was going to meet the gods. All that Furina could do now was to show her momentum as the Hydro Archon.As for the rest...Furina looked up, looked at Eylse's dull and soft little face, and put her cheek against it and rubbed it."Come on, Eylse." — I'm counting on you."Yes, Lady Furina." — Don't panic, I'll help you.Nodding to each other, Furina smiled brightly, and Eylse also smiled back. Everything seemed the same as before. But after a few days of getting along, Furina's heartbeat was a little faster than usual, though she couldn't notice it during the flight.In an inexplicably happy and excited mood, Furina laughed. "Eylse, can you go faster?""As you wish, Lady Furina.""Bang!!!"A huge wave rose on the sea.The two people who accelerated had already rushed into the sky and disappeared at the end of the sky at lightning speed....Inazuma, an outlying island, a cliff overlooking the sea.The Hiiragi family, the Kanjo Commission, fell in the liquidation. At this moment, their quaint and luxurious manor was transformed into a venue to welcome the gods.Raiden Shogun was on the central high platform, overlooking the sea.Below the high steps, the five generals of Inazuma were waiting on the left and right.It goes without saying that Kaguya must appear; otherwise, who would remind Raiden Shogun at the critical moment?Then came Yae Miko and Kitsune Saiguu, both great fox spirits and followers of the Electro Archon. Both were injected with divine power by Raiden Shogun in advance, and at this moment they exuded a powerful aura commensurate with their long years.Also appearing at the same time were Sara and Sangonomiya Kokomi — the former was of excellent Tengu bloodline, and the latter had the bloodline of a living god inherited from the era of Orobashi. The advantage of their lineage allowed them to carry the power of the Electro Archon that mortals could not bear, and temporarily play the role of followers of a god.Although they would definitely be a little lacking in an actual fight, if they were just standing there to show off their momentum, they would really be no different from the powerful followers of gods."Ah~~"Kaguya glanced at the lineup and sighed helplessly.There was no other way. Inazuma's current situation was indeed miserable. Once the gods came, you could tell how messy the country was at a glance. From a national level, no matter how hard you pretend, you can't pretend to be strong.Since both the gods and the country were somewhat embarrassed, the only way was to restore the dignity of Inazuma from the perspective of strength.Four gods' followers who looked like immortals, plus Kaguya, a strong figure who was as unfathomable as a demon.Such a camp would be considered good in any country, and it would not be cheap to welcome the gods."Clang!"Raiden Shogun raised her hand lightly, and the naginata hit the floor with a clear and loud sound."They're coming."As soon as the voice fell, the four gods gathered, and various colors of light filled the sky.Raiden Shogun stood on the central platform, and six similar platforms were built around, with reception banquets and luxurious thrones engraved with six elemental patterns."Boom!!!"After various roars and explosions, four rays of light fell on their corresponding platforms.The divine light enveloped them, and no human figures or appearances could be seen. However, a heavy aura pressed over half of Inazuma, and the strange phenomenon of the active five elements spread across the entire island.There were golden lotuses growing on the ground, hymns blowing in the wind, dead trees blooming, and water dragons dancing.So the mortals of the entire island bowed down in unison."Greetings to the gods!"In the unprecedented mythological scene, the golden and dazzling God of Geo made a voice:"Has the Pyro Archon not arrived yet?""I received a letter saying that Natlan is at war and the Pyro Archon cannot travel. The Pyro Archon asked me to apologize to you. Please forgive me.""It doesn't matter; there is just one less person. So, where is the other party to this dispute — the Cryo Archon?"As the god with the oldest qualifications, the deepest accumulation, and the most brilliant record, Morax meant to control the situation as soon as he opened his mouth.But no one had any objections. The gods of the older generation knew the value of the Warrior God, and the gods of the new generation would not rashly refute a senior.Raiden Shogun shook her head."I haven't sensed their presence yet. However, there is a fleet of ships from Snezhnaya on its way... Since they haven't arrived yet, I'd like to ask you to take a look at the indictment compiled by the Shogunate."Raiden Shogun waved her hand, and six documents flew to six high platforms. Even the positions of the Pyro Archon and the Cryo Archon, who were not present, were also placed on the platforms. The etiquette was impeccable."The evidence corresponding to the indictment is in the treasury nearby. If you have any doubts, you can take a look."Raiden Shogun pointed her naginata at the large warehouse not far away.Then, she looked around at her colleagues. "Please know that I have no intention of breaking the tacit understanding of the Seven. It's just that the Cryo Archon has no morals and doesn't know how to advance or retreat. As a senior, I can only teach her a lesson. This battle is not my intention, but I have a clear conscience. Now that things have come to this, it is nothing more than a duel before Rex Lapis. The winner speaks, and the loser swallows the hatred. That's all.""Boom!"As if responding to the will of the Electro Archon, dark clouds gathered in the sky and roared. The huge Electro elemental force jumped in the air, causing arcs to run everywhere, which was very terrifying.However, what was even more terrifying was the murderous aura emanating from the Electro Archon. The blade that had drunk the blood of demon gods seemed to release an ancient wailing sound.Anyway, as new gods, Nahida and Furina shuddered under their respective light shields.[Do you still think the Archon War is just a game for chess pieces?]'...Greater Lord Rukkhadevata, I didn’t say that.’[But you think so in your heart. Nahida, at least you should be respectful to the Archons of Geo, Anemo, and Electro. They are all gods who fought their way to the throne — very different from second-generation gods.]‘Yes, I have learned, Greater Lord.’Nahida sighed quietly, feeling that she had learned something again.Luckily, she is not the big boss, but just the second terminal. Above her, there is Greater Lord Rukkhadevata , and above that, the infinitely great Lord Irminsul, The World Tree.If you think of it this way, there is nothing to panic about.