As night deepened, starlight flowed through the sky. Lin Yide stood quietly at the bow of the ship, feeling quite emotional as he felt the cool evening breeze. Recalling the beginning of his transmigration, the system had given him an option: to face Raiden Ei's Musou no Hitotachi head-on. At that time, he actually didn't choose it, and instead foolishly chose the most difficult task: saving Focalors. To this day, he is still working tirelessly and restless over this mission.
After defeating Raiden Ei, he meticulously examined her puppet body. The result was quite disappointing. This puppet body could indeed accommodate a god's will, but only Raiden Ei's will. If Focalors' will were forcibly transferred into it, her will would only gradually be eroded, or even descend into madness. Could that be the only method? Although it's a bit perverse, it's undeniable that it is currently the best option. Having recognized this point, Lin Yide began carefully planning his next move.
Originally, he had planned to go to Sumeru first, directly 'bloodbath' the Akademiya, and rack up a considerable amount of experience points. But now, he had a new Idea. Anyway, there's no hurry with the Akademiya. The Traveler, however, is expected to arrive in this world in less than half a year. There are still quite a few experience points waiting to be earned in Mondstadt and Liyue; he couldn't let that blonde guy get them cheap.
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Autumn in Fudé Port was like a flowing oil painting, colorful yet tinged with a hint of melancholy. On the streets, the tall osmanthus trees on both sides were covered in countless small yellow flowers. As the breeze blew, the fragrance of osmanthus drifted with the wind, immersing the entire city in a rich floral scent. Occasionally, a golden yellow leaf would gently fall from the treetops, twirling lightly in the air, telling people of the arrival of autumn.
Two graceful women strolled along the street. They wore simple, clean kimonos, their steps light. Although their appearances were altered by transformative arts, making them look no different from ordinary people, the noble and elegant aura they exuded from within was impossible to conceal.
Raiden Ei gazed at the well-ordered city before her, filled with a modern civilization aura, feeling as if she had traveled hundreds of years into the future. Most of the residents here were Inazumans. Their skin was rosy, and their eyes shone with vibrant life and endless hope, a stark contrast to the tired and sallow-faced people in Inazuma City.
"Miko, are you really sure this city has only been built for a little over half a year?" Raiden Ei asked, her tone filled with disbelief.
Yae Miko replied with certainty, "That's right. Half a year ago, when I first set foot here, it was nothing but barren land."
Just then, a young and capable professional woman, wearing a smile as warm as spring, came forward to greet them. "Hello, beautiful ladies, is this your first time in Fudé Port?" she asked enthusiastically. "You must surely love this beautiful city."
Raiden Ei mused for a moment, then replied earnestly, "'Love' might be an overstatement, but I must admit, this is indeed a beautiful city."
The professional woman continued to maintain her charming smile and introduced herself. "I am Choji Sakura, a property manager. I can help you find the most suitable residence in this city." Raiden Ei felt a little confused by her intention. However, Yae Miko immediately understood her meaning and proactively stated her needs. "We are looking for a luxurious villa by the sea."
When Choji Sakura heard this, the smile on her face grew even brighter. "Please rest assured, ladies, I will definitely find a satisfactory house for you." Having said that, she quickly summoned a touring vehicle and invited Raiden Ei and Yae Miko to visit the newly opened "Fudé Garden" together.
Along the way, Yae Miko chatted with Choji Sakura, asking about the changes in her life over the past half year. Choji Sakura did not evade the question but recounted her experiences in detail. "A year ago, my husband unfortunately died in an accident in Tatarasuna. Not only did the Shogunate not provide any compensation, they didn't even pay the half year's wages they owed. My child and I could only rely on the relief from my husband's fellow workers to barely make a living. Later, I unfortunately contracted an illness and was confined to bed all day." Choji Sakura sighed deeply as she spoke of these past events. If it weren't for the arrival of West Factory, she might have been tormented to death by illness long ago. Hearing this, Raiden Ei clenched her fists tightly, feeling both anger and guilt.
Choji Sakura continued, "Later, the arrival of West Factory changed everything. Not only did they invite Guuji Yae to cure my illness, they also provided us with relief. Only after I was able to find this job and had a stable income did they stop the relief."
Yae Miko then asked, "So, did West Factory require anything in return from you?"
Choji Sakura replied frankly, "As for return, there weren't really any specific requirements. They only asked us to believe in Lady Furina, the God of Justice, but her belief system is very inclusive and does not reject us believing in other gods simultaneously."
Yae Miko pressed further, "Then do you still believe in the Narukami Ogosho?"
Choji Sakura smiled slightly but did not answer directly. But her implicit smile was enough for Yae Miko and Raiden Ei to understand the answer in her heart.
Before they knew it, they had arrived at their destination. Upon stepping into the entrance of Fudé Garden, a busy and vibrant scene unfolded before their eyes. Prospective buyers came and went incessantly, either consulting or viewing, each one holding aspirations for a better life. Under Choji Sakura's expert guidance, they navigated through the bustling crowd and arrived at the villa area near the sea. The environment here was noticeably quieter, and the flow of people was significantly reduced, highlighting the nobility and uniqueness of this area. Those who could own property here were either rich or noble.
Afterward, Choji Sakura led them into an impressive villa. Upon entering, an elegant courtyard immediately came into view. The landscaping within the courtyard, including flowers and plants, stepping stones, rock gardens, and water features, had been meticulously designed, perfectly showcasing the tranquility and beauty of Inazuman style gardens. The moment Raiden Ei and Yae Miko saw all of this, they were deeply captivated by the place.
The architectural style of the villa was even more unique. It cleverly blended Fontaine's modern design concepts with Inazuma's traditional architectural elements. This unique combination ensured the villa was both modern in feel and imbued with profound cultural heritage.
Ultimately, Yae Miko purchased this villa for a price of twenty million Mora.