"Ah... Tomorrow?"
Lumine was a bit surprised to hear Kaito say they were going to Liyue tomorrow.
But as soon as she thought of Kiana, Lumine guessed it probably had something to do with her. After all, as soon as she appeared, Kaito decided to go to Liyue. It felt like there was a connection.
But...
Why did Kiana look so much like that god? Even now, Lumine couldn't figure out why.
"Yeah. Do you still have things to take care of?"
Seeing Lumine's reaction, Kaito guessed she might still have some unfinished business in Mondstadt and continued, "If that's the case, we can go a little later."
"No, no, I just didn't expect you to suddenly decide to go to Liyue. I'll go back and pack in a bit."
Lumine quickly shook her head, indicating that Kaito had misunderstood.
Ever since seeing Aether at Stormterror's Lair, her business in Mondstadt was more or less concluded. The next step was to complete her journey across Teyvat and investigate what Aether had talked about.
"Yay! We're going to a new nation!"
They were finally going to the next place, and Paimon was clearly very happy. After all, a new place meant new delicious food, which was very important.
"New place, new girl."
Kiana, who was sitting next to Kaito, suddenly said this.
"I feel like she's talking about me too..."
Hearing Kiana's words, Lumine felt she was talking about both Kaito and herself.
"I'm... someone Kaito met in Mondstadt...
Or rather, Kaito met me in Mondstadt...
And if we go to Liyue...
Kaito will meet a new girl.
That's probably what Kiana meant..."
After thinking for a moment, Lumine felt that was probably what Kiana meant. But she didn't know what to say to that.
However, if she had to give her opinion, she felt the same way as Kiana. Although Kiana's words weren't direct, she understood the meaning behind them.
"As long as a place isn't entirely populated by men, there will definitely be new girls," Kaito said as if it were obvious.
"A temple full of monks?"
Hearing Kaito's words, Lumine couldn't help but think this.
"Yeah, a girl like Lumine."
As she spoke, Kiana looked at Lumine.
So she does care after all...
Subconsciously avoiding Kiana's gaze, Lumine knew she had been wrong just now. Kiana did care about Kaito being with other girls.
And while Lumine was thinking this, Kaito felt pretty good.
Now Lumine probably isn't thinking about Kiana being the Sustainer of Heavenly Principles anymore...
Silently observing the changes in Lumine's expression, Kaito made this guess.
"Well, I'll head back and get ready then. See you tomorrow, Kaito, and Kiana."
Feeling it was best to leave, Lumine stood up and found an excuse to depart.
"See you tomorrow."
Standing up as well, Kaito looked like he was going to see Lumine off.
"No need to see me out, Kaito. I'll be on my way."
"Mm, alright. See you tomorrow then."
Nodding, Kaito watched Lumine and Paimon leave.
Okay...
That matter should be settled for now...
He sat back down on the sofa, then shifted to a lying position. Kaito felt a little tired.
It couldn't be helped. The "exercise" with Kiana and Wendy not long ago had been a bit too much, and he hadn't rested for long.
Sigh...
A bottomless pit of desire...
Recalling the wonderful feeling of the three of them together just now, Kaito sighed. Right now, he wanted to do that kind of thing, but at the same time, he didn't. It was quite a contradiction.
Luckily, they shared sensations. Otherwise, with both Kiana and Wendy clamoring for more, he really wouldn't be able to keep up.
I should rest for a bit first...
Later, I'll have Kiana take me to find Zhongli to discuss how to help her...
With that thought, Kaito fell asleep right there on the sofa.
Even though he was going to Liyue tomorrow, Kaito wanted to discuss with Zhongli how to help her complete her plan before leaving. As for why, it was mainly to ensure the secrecy of Zhongli's plan.
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Evening.
Mt. Tianheng.
Hmm...
How should I let Zhongli know I'm here this time?
Standing on Mt. Tianheng and looking down at Liyue, Kaito fell into deep thought. Because Kiana had brought him this time, he was wondering how to let Zhongli know he had arrived.
If Wendy were here, it would be much simpler.
Should I just show off Kiana's power?
Or should I have Wendy come over?
Hm?
She's here...
Just as Kaito was wondering whether to display Kiana's power or have Wendy come, he suddenly sensed Zhongli's aura. She had arrived.
"I wonder what brings young Kaito here?"
Appearing in front of Kaito, Zhongli got straight to the point and asked his reason for being there.
Since he came here, he must have a reason. And given his special nature, she had to treat him with caution.
I wonder...
What is the relationship between her and the Sustainer...
Looking at the girl beside Kaito, Zhongli couldn't help but think this.
Although she could clearly sense the difference between the girl before her and the Sustainer, she had to admit, they looked remarkably similar.
More importantly, the power emanating from the girl before her was terrifying, a power that not even the Heavenly Principles possessed.
And besides this girl, Kaito intrigued her even more.
After all, he had two mysterious and extremely powerful girls by his side. So, even though he looked like a completely ordinary person when she first met him, it was obvious she had been mistaken. Or in other words, he was only letting her see what he wanted to show.
"Wendy made a contract with you before, right? I came this time to discuss the specific details of that matter."
Looking at Zhongli, Kaito stated his purpose.
"I see." Zhongli nodded and continued, "Simply put, my plan is to feign my death. I want to see how Liyue, having lost its Geo Archon, will handle the problems that follow."
Although her plan was originally known only to her, there was no harm in telling young Kaito. In fact, it was necessary. After all, only then could they finalize the plan for what to do next.
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