With two new additions to the family, the pressure on the kitchen had significantly decreased, especially with Yui being one of them. Coupled with the help of the other women, Wendy could finally breathe a sigh of relief.
Lu Ze planned to visit Raiden Ei in the afternoon. He felt that the field of cherry blossoms would be best left to Ei, as a memento if nothing else.
Walking down the street, Lu Ze observed the bustling crowds, which reminded him of yesterday's battle royale. Those people were too frenzied, especially the massive firework that had startled him.
He blamed the game designer for writing such a tragic story. Why couldn't he summon the designer instead, to let them experience the beating of a native?
As he walked, he noticed someone. A person with a hat perched on their head, walking with an air of confidence. Wasn't that Ei's "son," Raiden National?
Why was he in Inazuma? According to the storyline, shouldn't he be at the Delusion Factory at this time? What was he doing here? Lu Ze couldn't figure it out.
"The Electro Archon? The Gnosis? Such an item, I must have it! As for the Lady, let her cause trouble as she pleases. The bigger the commotion, the better; it will be advantageous for me..."
The disdain in his eyes made him look like an ill-behaved child to outsiders. What was wrong with his parents? Hadn't they taught their child properly? What was with that look?
Meanwhile, dozens of kilometers away on Ritou, a ship with a dragon's head slowly docked. The Crux fleet from Liyue had arrived in Inazuma.
"Without the storm to hinder us, it was a smooth journey! Kazuha, lower the sails, prepare to dock. Also, go wake up the Traveler; she's slept for a day and a night."
Beidou stood with her hands on her hips, her eyes scanning around. She was somewhat puzzled. The last time she visited, the place had felt lifeless. How did it feel so vibrant this time?
"Understood."
Kazuha went to the base of the mast and pulled hard on a rope. The sails that had been hoisted high were furled in no time.
Then, he went to the guest room and knocked on the Traveler's door.
"Traveler, we've arrived in Inazuma. Still sleeping? It's time to wake up; you've slept for a day and a night."
Inside, Lumine stared blankly at the ceiling. She still couldn't believe that her brother had sided with the Abyss, and even drawn his sword against her.
Was that the brother she knew? The brother in her memory was someone who cared for his sister and always looked after her. The current brother was like a different person.
"Traveler?"
Hearing the movement outside, Lumine knew it was time to shake off these thoughts. She couldn't just stop moving forward because of one incident; what kind of person would that make her?
"I know... I'll be out in a moment. Thank you."
Hearing the voice from inside, Kazuha breathed a sigh of relief. If there had been no response, he would have broken down the door. He had initially thought something had happened.
Inside, Lumine gently shook Paimon, who was beside her. This guy had truly slept for a day and a night. She really wondered how this emergency food could sleep for so long; it was strange...
Did she have seasickness? She was flying in the air. Did she want to sleep? But she had slept for a day and a night. Was she afraid of the sea? But she had never shown any fear.
Although she didn't quite understand, Lumine didn't mind. As long as this little guy didn't cause any trouble, anything was fine.
"Mmm... my Sweet Madame... my Black-Back Perch Stew... my delicious dishes... sigh, where did they all go? My table full of delicious food?"
Waking up from her dream, Paimon was a bit bewildered. She had been ready to feast, but when she opened her eyes, it was all gone?
Even though she knew it was a dream, she felt inexplicably angry. Perhaps it was because the dream ended before she could even eat?
"Paimon... you've slept for a day and a night, and you're still not rested? We're in Inazuma. Wake up and get ready to disembark."
Hearing that they had arrived in Inazuma, Paimon was a little surprised. She had only slept a little longer, how had they arrived already? It was so strange... she listened again.
"Paimon!"
Ten minutes later, Paimon flew out, looking a bit wronged. She had just had a slow start; was there a need to be so angry? And even yell at her.
"You two finally came out. I thought something had happened between you two in the room. You took so long to come out, and if you hadn't, I might have charged in."
Beidou looked at the two of them, laughing heartily as she spoke.
The group slowly disembarked and went through some check-in procedures. After all, they had to spend the night here and also pick up some goods to sell in other countries.
Lumine looked at the distant Inazuma City, wondering what kind of person the Raiden Shogun was. Was she tyrannical, heartless, or like other gods, unwilling to say anything?
Meanwhile, Lu Ze didn't pay attention to Raiden National. After all, it was still early. The sooner the fishing net was cast, the less there was to catch. It was better to cast a long line to catch a big fish.
He walked step by step towards the Tenshukaku. Not a single soldier on the road stopped him, possibly because they had been instructed.
He then knocked on the main gate of the Tenshukaku, but after waiting for a long time, there was no response. Even the soldiers who had been guarding both sides had disappeared.
There were even some subtle sounds from inside, making Lu Ze feel a bit awkward. Wasn't it just early morning? If they were going to do something, couldn't they wait until night?
He waited outside for a full half hour, and Lu Ze's flowers were almost wilting before the door was opened.
Ei, with a blushing face, looked at the person who had arrived, and said somewhat shyly:
"You've waited a long time, Mr. Lu Ze. May I ask what brings you here today? I was busy with something just now, so I was a little late."
Lu Ze's lips twitched. Don't think I don't know what you were doing. I just don't want to expose it.
When did these lilies from his hometown bloom?
"I came to find you today, and indeed I have something important. Is it convenient to talk inside? It's not good to be outside."
Upon hearing that they were going inside, Raiden Ei's face turned even redder. She hurriedly and flusteredly closed the door and said loudly:
"I'm so sorry, Mr. Lu Ze! The house is a bit messy. Please let me tidy up first, and I'll be right there."
Well, after half an hour, you not only haven't tidied up, but you've just finished, right? This made Lu Ze feel a bit speechless. These two sisters... they were truly peculiar.
A few minutes later, the door was finally opened. The room inside had been tidied up completely. On the floor, a small fox lay there, with pink fur, somewhat disheveled.
But more than that, it was evident that the little fox was a bit tired.