To Yae Miko.
It has been a long time since I last wrote to you. I hope you are doing well, Miko?
My side is as busy as ever, but life is very fulfilling.
...
There's something I thought I should tell you.
The Traveler... or rather, Jack, has returned.
And he appeared as a god of creation from another world.
He is no longer just the logistician behind the Traveler, offering advice, but has become a remarkable divine lord, skilled in both literary and martial arts.
(He's just a bit mischievous sometimes, and he really likes to touch people's horns, though I don't dislike him touching mine.)
Many of my sisters and I have become his retainers. Yes, it's through something called a Maid Charm. As long as we agree, he bestows divine power upon us, allowing us to accompany him forever.
During this time, our sisters' team in Mondstadt and Liyue has grown to over a dozen members. Miss Keqing even specially formed a Goddess Alliance.
...
(That day, we took turns battling him like a marathon, and we won against him for the first time. Miss Amber was our greatest contributor that day!)
(And that kind of thing can actually increase one's strength; even I heard about it for the first time.)
...
Perhaps, once things in Liyue are settled, Jack will come to Inazuma. You should be able to see him then, Miko.
Your sister awaits you in his world, waiting for the day you also join the Goddess Alliance.
... (Signed with a Qilin hoof print)
Narukami Shrine.
After quickly reading this issue's new novel, Yae Miko pulled out the letter that had arrived half a month ago.
In the letter, Ganyu had almost unreservedly told her everything about Jack's current situation.
In Ganyu's heart, her sister Miko was a companion who would join the harem sooner or later, so the content shared with Miko included many interesting anecdotes between husband and wife.
The day she first finished reading the letter, Miko's mind was filled with thoughts of that man, soaking two beds and not sleeping a wink all night.
"What a little troublemaker. It seems this sister is truly in your hands for this lifetime."
Yae Miko sighed softly.
But soon, a cunning expression appeared on her face again: "However, I must still thank Sister Ganyu for sending me this valuable information."
In the envelope, a line of text was heavily circled by her.
"[It's through something called a Maid Charm. As long as we agree, he bestows divine power upon us.]"
If they agree, they become retainers.
But what if they don't agree?
He's been in Teyvat for so long, yet he hasn't come to Inazuma to visit.
Yae Miko felt it was necessary to increase the difficulty (and fun) for this person, lest he, as a distinguished god, become forgetful and forget the deeply devoted girls of Inazuma.
"Slap!"
Her folding fan opened, covering half of Yae Miko's face.
"While we have this time, we need to recruit a few more allies. Of course, that stubborn Raiden Shogun is out."
... Yae Miko on the move.
Kamisato Estate.
At the foot of Mount Yougou, where the closest harem candidate, Kamisato Ayaka, resides.
"Guuji, Guuji!"
The gate guards, seeing Yae Miko arrive alone at the Kamisato Family estate, immediately straightened their backs and greeted her.
"No need to panic. I am merely here for some private matters. Is your young mistress at home?"
"She is. Please come in, Guuji."
Yae Miko walked into the ancient and elegant residence with the clatter of her wooden clogs.
After a few steps, Kamisato Ayato, the head of the Kamisato Family, rushed over and bowed respectfully.
"Guuji's presence graces the Kamisato Family. May I ask if Guuji has any instructions for coming to the Kamisato Family at this time?"
"Can I not come to the Kamisato Family unless I have something to do?"
"Of course, you can."
"I'm looking for little Ayaka. Where is she?"
"My sister is currently at the dojo. Does Guuji need me to escort you?"
"No, I'll just say a few words and leave. Besides, I know the Kamisato Family very well."
Yae Miko didn't pay much attention to Kamisato Ayato, walking directly towards the Kamisato Family's sword dojo.
After she had walked away, Thoma, who was beside Kamisato Ayato, whispered.
"Master, Guuji's visit to the Kamisato Family at this time... could it be about the Raiden Shogun?"
"Don't say more, Thoma. The decisions of important figures are not for us to influence. Just focus on your duties, and don't speculate too much."
The two were, of course, discussing the increasingly tense situation at Tenshukaku.
According to rumors, the Raiden Shogun intended to restart the Vision Hunt Decree.
The new Three Commissions were all trembling with fear. At such a time, the movements of anyone related to the Raiden Shogun would become a source of gossip for these politicians.
"Have the Shuumatsuban prepare. After today, there might be many uninvited guests coming to inquire about information. Do not let these petty individuals provoke Guuji."
"Understood, Master!"
...
Kamisato Family Dojo.
Kamisato Ayaka, dressed in a white dojo uniform, sat cross-legged on a meditation cushion, with a beautiful purple demon blade resting flat on her knees.
This was Tōzen.
A form of cultivation in Inazuma's sword arts.
Originally, the essence of Tōzen was for sword practitioners to relax their minds, calmly contemplate the philosophy of the sword, and reflect on life—a somewhat static and philosophical activity.
But Kamisato Ayaka's mind was now filled with that blurry figure, and she couldn't calm down at all.
"Little Ayaka, your heart is in turmoil."
"Guuji, Guuji!"
Kamisato Ayaka stood up, holding the other Mistplitter Reforged he had given her, standing flustered before Yae Miko, with what seemed to be two tear streaks at the corners of her eyes.
Yae Miko moved with graceful steps.
Kamisato Ayaka felt a faint, elegant cherry blossom scent waft towards her.
Then, a cool, delicate hand brushed away the tears on her face.
"This Guuji has come today with good news and bad news. Which one would you like to hear, little Ayaka?"
"Is it about the Traveler?"
Kamisato Ayaka gripped the hilt of Mistplitter Reforged, looking at Yae Miko with hopeful eyes.
Yae Miko smiled slightly: "What if I said yes?"
"That's wonderful?! The Traveler, he..."
"Don't get too excited. Let's consider that the good news. I haven't told you the bad news yet."
Yae Miko felt a bit helpless seeing Kamisato Ayaka's ungraceful excitement.
The little troublemaker hasn't even arrived yet, and she's already this excited.
It felt like even if she increased the difficulty of conquering this girl by tenfold for the little troublemaker, it would still be a walk in the park.
"Ah! Yes... Please, Guuji, has the Traveler... has he encountered any difficulties?"
The young girl's mind was filled with concern for her beloved's safety, wishing she could immediately fly to his side and face any danger with him.
Yae Miko showed a mischievous smile and said regretfully, "You guessed wrong, little Ayaka. The Traveler is very safe, and even doing quite well. It's just that he's already settled down in Mondstadt and Liyue and didn't invite us to celebrate."
Boom!
These words were like a bolt from the blue, directly resounding in Kamisato Ayaka's mind.
He settled down? He has a wife? Didn't he say he would always travel? Why... why didn't he come back for me?
Two streams of clear tears continued to fall along the still-wet tear tracks.
Oh dear, it seems this fire has been fanned a little too much~
Yae Miko admired Kamisato Ayaka's beautiful crying face, her small fan covering half her face, making her emotions unreadable.
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