Chapter 75

Raiden Ei and Raiden Shogun felt a faint lightning power connecting to their 'thunder power' simultaneously.

However, what puzzled them was that both sisters already held 100% of the lightning authority in the world of Teyvat, with no additional lightning authority available to grant.

The laws in the world of Teyvat are immutable; there is only so much power to go around. So, where did this extra lightning authority come from?

Through the weak connection, they were astonished to discover the source of the lightning authority.

Raiden Shogun's eyes widened slightly. "It's Yae Miko! Yae Miko has actually become a god!"

Although the aura she felt was faint, akin to that of a minor god, it was undeniably divine.

But this aura was strange. It lacked the heaviness of a demon god, and the divine power was diluted. It wasn't pure, but there was authority and the presence of a god.

Raiden Ei, known for her straightforward thinking but top-tier intellect, quickly understood what had happened.

"Divine power of faith? Is this a new type of god created by the Heavenly Principle?"

The birth of a demon god originates from the rules of the Heavenly Principle, so it wasn't unimaginable for the Heavenly Principle to create a new type of god.

She herself possessed the divine power of faith, but it was too weak to use and had accumulated over time. It was mainly stored in the "Statue of the Seven." Additionally, Inazuma's statue also held a considerable amount of accumulated divine power.

Raiden Ei mused aloud, "Is Yae Miko's authority linked to mine, or does she belong as a subordinate deity to me?"

While pondering, Raiden Shogun—who was in her consciousness space—sighed. It seemed that the Heavenly Principle favored Yae Miko more than her sister.

Shogun thought to herself, *Poor Ei, my silly sister.* She wished she could fully manifest and connect more directly with the Heavenly Principle.

After all, Lord Takumi seemed to possess human desires and sentiments.

After receiving her divine authority, Yae Miko was filled with disbelief. Her heart raced as she sensed her current divine power, the new authority, and her body, now brimming with divinity.

"Lord Takumi, is this the surprise you mentioned?"

This truly was a surprise—a massive one—to become a god.

Takumi smiled. "Isn't it obvious? How do you like the surprise? Come here and thank me," he teased, opening his arms.

Yae Miko, overwhelmed by emotion, dove into Takumi's arms, nuzzling his chest like a fox. "Wow! This is such an incredible surprise! I could never have imagined this!"

She thought to herself, *This must be the benefit of being in the favor of a great god—directly becoming a deity. I, Yae Miko, will no longer be Raiden's attendant. From today on, I will be Takumi's little fox.*

Takumi stroked Yae Miko's head, gently scratching behind her ears, which caused her to shiver slightly. "Look at you. You only want to stick with me when you see something in it for yourself, don't you?"

Yae Miko giggled, her voice filled with playfulness. "Well, how could I not? From the first moment we met, your eyes were full of possessiveness. Of course, I was wary."

Takumi chuckled, scratching under her chin as she enjoyed the touch. "So, you're not scared anymore?"

Just then, a soft, innocent voice interrupted them.

"Excuse me, what does it mean to give 'for free'?"

Both Takumi and Yae Miko looked at Nahida, who had big, curious eyes. Her gaze was filled with innocence and an eagerness to learn.

Yae Miko: "..."

To be honest, she was usually quite good at answering children's questions, but this wasn't an ordinary child—this was the Dendro Archon. And yet, there was something in Nahida's eyes—a childlike thirst for knowledge.

Takumi burst into laughter. "Nahida is always so curious. Giving something 'for free' means willingly offering oneself to me without expecting anything in return. Do you understand?"

Nahida thought for a moment and then nodded. "I understand. So, giving myself to you and following your will would be giving 'for free'."

Takumi smiled. "Exactly. That's why both you and the Great Merciful Tree King give yourselves to me 'for free'."

Yae Miko: *This man is as devious as ever... But this fox certainly likes his wicked humor.*

Takumi continued, "So, Nahida, what would you do if I were upset?"

Nahida considered the question seriously before replying, "I would do what the Great Merciful Tree King does—I would behave in a way that makes you happy."

Saying this, she closed her eyes and leaned forward, gently offering a kiss.

Nahida knew that this gesture was a sign of affection among human lovers. But she'd also seen that such actions could appease anger or make one's partner happy. Since Takumi seemed to work similarly, this must be the best way to make him happy.

Takumi leaned in, kissing her softly, as if savoring a drop of nectar.

There was no impurity in a god's body—it was pure, as was Nahida, who, though youthful in appearance, was over five hundred years old and deeply wise.

Yae Miko, seeing this, blinked in surprise. *Does Takumi prefer someone so youthful? This scene looks like an elaborate trick to charm an innocent girl... Or is my imagination running wild?*

Meanwhile, Istaru, lounging nearby with a satisfied expression after finishing her meal, patted her stuffed belly and yawned. "Ah, that was a good meal," she sighed.

Suddenly, cheers erupted in the air, pulling everyone back to reality.

"Wow! Look, it's Miss Nilou!"

"Amazing! Miss Nilou is going to dance!"

The residents of the Grand Bazaar and those visiting from Sumeru City to buy their daily necessities were all running towards the theater.

"Quick, head to the Zubair Theater! The Order used to ban the performances, but now we can finally see a good show again."

"Let's go! If we're late, we won't get good seats!"

Takumi gently put Nahida down, holding her hand and grabbing Yae Miko's hand with the other. They completely ignored Istaru, who seemed too full to walk properly.

Istaru scrambled to keep up. "Hey, don't leave me behind!"

At the Zubair Theater, Nilou stood on stage, facing the audience.

Takumi took a seat, conjuring a tub of popcorn into his hand.

"After all the bloodshed and turmoil Sumeru has gone through, a dance performance is the perfect remedy to calm the atmosphere."

Nilou turned to the crowd and gave a slight bow. "Everyone, I am so happy to see you all gathered here at the Zubair Theater to watch me perform. Now, please enjoy the 'Dance of the Flower Goddess.'"

Accompanied by graceful, enchanting music, Nilou moved with elegance, her dance reminiscent of a goddess's graceful beauty.

*The 'Dance of the Flower Goddess'... I remember that time,* came a soft voice in Takumi's ear—it was the Great Merciful Tree King, also observing the performance.

"The Flower Goddess, Maricata," Takumi whispered, stroking his chin in contemplation.