Dehya was clearly interested in this young but exceptionally Inazuma Regent, and began asking the talkative Paimon for more details about Miyashiro, and Paimon, being very sensible, told Dehya everything she knew.
As Paimon shared more about Miyashiro, Dehya grew increasingly interested in the Inazuma Regent.
It wasn't until Paimon finally revealed that he already had a girlfriend that the sparkle in Dehya's eyes instantly vanished.
As an observer, Deena Dazed watched Dehya's dramatic shift in demeanor with amusement, and couldn't help but cover her mouth and chuckle: "Alright, alright, Dehya, don't be so down in the dumps.
Oh, I have an idea. This Suflower Festival might be the liveliest one in recent years. The Regent has helped us so much, and since he's from Inazuma, this is probably his first time experiencing the Suflower Festival. How about we invite him to explore the Suflower Festival with us?"
Paimon: "Oh? That's a great idea. We're already nearby. Lumine and I will go try."
Before Paimon could even make a move, three people—one man and two women—appeared outside the Inazuma Delegation's residence, smiling at them. "No need to try, we accept your invitation."
The newcomers were Miyashiro, Kokomi, and Ayaka. After introductions and greetings, Deena Dazed was the first to bow and express her gratitude to Miyashiro: "Thank you, Regent, for fulfilling my wish. The Humai family will forever be your friend."
Miyashiro waved his hand and smiled, "Miss Deena Dazed, there's no need to be so polite. If you want to thank someone, thank Nilou. It's just a pity that everyone at Zubayr Theater seems exhausted, catching up on sleep to conserve energy for tonight's performance.
I've long heard that the Suflower Festival is one of Sumeru's oldest festivals, but I never expected it to have become so desolate. I truly feel it's a shame for Lesser Lord Kusanali.
Ayaka, Kokomi, and I were just looking to experience some of the remaining customs and features of this Sumeru festival. We were just worrying about finding a guide! I never expected to hear your invitation just as we were about to leave the gate. What a coincidence! I wonder if Miss Deena Dazed could take us to experience the Suflower Festival?"
Deena Dazed smiled, "Of course, no problem. The more people there are, the livelier the festival."
Miyashiro extended his hand and said, "Since that's the case, then I look forward to Miss Deena Dazed's guidance."
Deena Dazed looked at Miyashiro's outstretched hand and instinctively reached out her own. As their hands clasped, Deena Dazed suddenly felt a warm current flow from Miyashiro's arm into her body. She felt warm all over, and her spirits lifted.
It was this sensation that made Deena Dazed hold Miyashiro's hand for a long time, not letting go. This scene made everyone present feel a sense of unease.
Dehya was the first to react, instinctively wanting to warn Deena Dazed, but just as she was about to act, both people shaking hands seemed to realize it, and their clasped hands finally separated.
Deena Dazed stared blankly at Miyashiro, cautiously asking, "Regent, what was that just now...?"
Seeing Deena Dazed's somewhat dazed expression, Dehya, as a mercenary, immediately glared at Miyashiro and demanded, "What did you do to my lady?"
Deena Dazed quickly stopped Dehya's actions, explaining with some excitement, "Dehya, you've misunderstood. I suddenly feel very energetic now, better than ever before."
Upon hearing this, everyone couldn't help but look at Miyashiro, but Miyashiro's expression at this moment was very grim. He shook his head and said, "As expected of Eleazar, what a virulent symptom!"
Seeing Miyashiro accurately identify Deena Dazed's illness, everyone was very surprised, but Deena Dazed's previous reaction made them feel that this man, perhaps, had a way to cure Eleazar.
Especially Deena Dazed, whose eyes were filled with hope when she looked at Miyashiro. After all, there is great fear between life and death. If there is a chance to live, who would choose to die?
Dehya eagerly asked, "Regent, can you cure my lady's illness?"
Paimon also immediately asked, "Miyashiro, can you cure Deena Dazed's Eleazar?"
Under their hopeful gazes, Miyashiro finally shook his head and said, "Eleazar is a complication caused by the Irminsul's corruption. In other words, as long as the Irminsul's corruption is not completely cured, Eleazar has no possibility of recovery."
Lumine: "Then, conversely, if the Irminsul can be cured, will Eleazar disappear?"
Miyashiro: "That's the idea, but Eleazar in the Sumeru region has had two major outbreaks. The first outbreak occurred in the Desert, and Greater Lord Rukkhadevata took action to eradicate Eleazar from history.
Now, Greater Lord Rukkhadevata, who could cure Eleazar, has long since fallen, five hundred years ago. The newly born Lesser Lord Kusanali has not yet reached Greater Lord Rukkhadevata's abilities. During this time, the Akademiya has constantly tried to cure the Irminsul, but all have failed."
Paimon: "But Deena Dazed just said she feels very energetic now. What's going on with that?"
Miyashiro sighed and said, "It's just a temporary measure. I injected some plant vitality into Deena Dazed, but this amount of vitality is merely a drop in the bucket for her. The pain caused by Eleazar is still eroding her vitality every moment."
Hearing this, the joy on everyone's faces dimmed again. Deena Dazed, being optimistic, saw the atmosphere had been spoiled and quickly smiled, "Alright, alright, today is the Suflower Festival. Everyone, be happy. I'm already very satisfied that the Regent can temporarily relieve me of my illness."
Paimon: "Yeah! Today is the day Deena Dazed has been looking forward to the most. The most important thing is not to have any regrets. Let's go check out the stalls over there. I wonder if there's anything good to eat at the Suflower Festival."
Since Deena Dazed and Paimon both said so, everyone had to temporarily forget about the matter and wholeheartedly focus their attention on the stalls of the Sabzeruz Festival.
At the Sabzeruz Festival, everyone tasted Sumeru's [Seven-Flavor Table], experienced Sumeru's emerging [Alchemy Divination], and at Faris, the Knight of Flowers' stall, they sampled Yalda Candies in Sunsettia, Sumeru Rose, Spice Fruit, Lizard Tail, and Onikabuto flavors.
If the first three flavors of candy were within everyone's acceptable range, then the latter two candies were practically challenging their taste buds.
Why would Inazuma's specialty, Onikabuto, be used in this part of Sumeru?
Lizard tails are also used in such bizarre ways: they can be used to make Klee's Jumpy Dumpty, Diona can use them as cocktail ingredients, and now the Sumeru people have made them into candy.
However, according to Deena Dazed, the Onikabuto-flavored Yalda Candy is said to be slightly spicier than the Lizard Tail flavor.
Spicy candy... hearing that made it even harder to accept.
After gritting his teeth and tasting these two flavors of candy, Miyashiro secretly made a resolution: from now on, Onikabuto would be on the restricted export list.
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