After agreeing to resist the Vision Hunt Decree together, the group's communication grew more fervent.
However, as their discussion progressed, Lumine realized they lacked even a complete plan or set of steps.
Though Lumine herself was prone to impulsive decisions, attempting to resist the Vision Hunt Decree without any strategy seemed utterly unrealistic.
After all, the Raiden Shogun herself stood behind the decree.
In the end, Ayaka pleaded with Lumine and Paimon to rescue Master Masakatsu, who had been imprisoned.
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Narukami Grand Shrine.
Yuna had already prepared a variety of delicious dishes, many of them Inazuman specialties, perfectly suited to the miko's tastes.
Only one dish remained: Lady Guuji Yae's favorite, Fried Tofu. Yuna had deliberately saved it for last as a small act of revenge against Yae Miko.
That Scum Fox is such a scum! She tricked me into making all this food, promised to help, and then just stood there watching! Truly infuriating!
In the end, Big Sister and several other miko had pitched in to help.
Outside the makeshift kitchen set up on the Shrine grounds, several miko had already gathered, drawn by the tantalizing aromas.
"Lady Guuji has invited Chef Yuna today! We're in for a treat!"
"But isn't eating in the Shrine improper?"
"Who said you have to eat in the Shrine? Go outside!"
"I've only tasted Chef Yuna's cooking twice before, and I've been craving it ever since! I never thought Lady Guuji would be so generous!"
Two younger miko exchanged excited comments.
Huff...
Yuna exhaled deeply, finally finished. Exhausted but brimming with satisfaction!
"Aww, the little one's finally done! You must be exhausted! Big sister feels so bad seeing you so tired~"
Yuna: "..."
"If you were looking at me instead of that fried tofu, I might actually believe you."
Yae Miko picked up a piece of fried tofu, popped it into her mouth, and cupped her left cheek as she savored the taste. A look of pure satisfaction spread across her face, and even her ears twitched slightly.
"Little one's cooking is truly superb! This fried tofu is exactly to my taste."
As she spoke, Yae Miko reached out to pat Yuna's head, but Yuna dodged the gesture.
Giggling, Yae Miko picked up a bowl of fried tofu and strolled out.
If Ei weren't confined to the Plane of Euthymia, I'm sure little Yuna's cooking alone could diminish her obsession with eternity.
After all, I remember that Ei has always had a weakness for sweets.
The moment Yae Miko left, the miko who had been waiting impatiently outside swarmed in.
Though Yuna didn't recognize these miko, they certainly knew her. Miyuki often spoke of her "third sister" in their presence, and several had even tasted Yuna's delicious food, making them even more envious of Miyuki.
Yuna handed Big Sister a few raspberry water cakes, remembering her fondness for them.
She didn't eat any herself, instead standing to the side with her hands on her hips, grinning foolishly.
Seeing everyone enjoy her food so much filled Yuna with a deep sense of fulfillment and satisfaction.
When the food she worked so hard to make brought joy to others, all her efforts felt truly worthwhile.
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While rescuing Master Masakatsu, Lumine and Paimon encountered the lively Yoimiya once again.
Yoimiya, with her cheerful personality and Pyro Vision...
At first glance, Paimon mistook her for Rola, only to realize it was just her imagination.
Together, the trio successfully rescued Master Masakatsu, with assistance from Kujou Sara.
Throughout the entire ordeal, Yuna never reappeared.
One reason was the lack of suitable opportunities. Another was that if a character appeared too frequently without significantly advancing the plot, players might suspect favoritism from the developers.
Yuna's screen time was already sufficient.
Of course, this didn't apply to those who hadn't completed the hidden quests.
Those who hadn't done the hidden quests wouldn't even see Yuna at the Narukami Grand Shrine—a conclusion Jiang Mumu had drawn from her gameplay experience and forum discussions.
Lumine and Paimon returned to the Komore Teahouse and shared the good news of Master Masakatsu's successful rescue with Ayaka.
After lingering at the Komore Teahouse for a while, Thoma suggested a hotpot game.
Upon hearing about the food, Lumine and Paimon, recalling the delicious meals Yuna had prepared earlier, grew eager.
Paimon, in particular, was practically drooling.
Having only recently arrived in Inazuma, Lumine and Paimon had grown accustomed to Yuna's cooking, their expectations soaring high.
Until...
Lumine stared at the dish, its broth turned a purplish-black by some unknown ingredient. She picked up her chopsticks, then set them down, then picked them up again, torn between curiosity and apprehension.
Finally, steeling her resolve, she clamped her chopsticks onto an indescribable morsel. Gazing at the thing dangling from her chopsticks, her expression screamed utter disgust.
But with everyone watching, Lumine closed her eyes and shoved it into her mouth.
Sweet, spicy, sour...
It was hard to imagine a single dish could contain so many bizarre flavors.
Swallowing the mouthful with difficulty, Lumine forced a twisted expression and blurted out:
"Cake?"
Lumine glanced at the others. Only Ayaka lowered her head, instantly betraying the culprit behind this culinary experiment.
Ayaka: "I'm sorry... I-I thought it would taste good."
Lumine: "..."
After the hot pot game concluded, Thoma emerged as the ultimate victor.
Ayaka instructed Thoma to fetch some ice cream.
Ever since tasting Yuna's homemade ice cream, Ayato, Ayaka, and Thoma had all become hopelessly addicted to its unique flavor.
So, the next time Yuna came to visit, Thoma suggested they buy some ice cream from her.
Yuna, being generous, told Thoma to get the ingredients and make some at the Kamisato Estate. After all, with Ayaka's Cryo Vision, freezing a batch of ice cream would be a piece of cake.
The Komore Teahouse also had some on hand.
"Ladies and gentlemen, this is ice cream made by Yuna. I usually enjoy some after dinner."
Hearing that Yuna had made it, Lumine and Paimon perked up immediately. Having tasted her creations before, they knew just how delicious this stuff was.
The four of them each took a cup.
"Wow, so sweet!"
Cool and refreshing, with a sweet, milky flavor, Paimon absolutely loved it. She even did a flip in the air while clutching her ice cream.
Lumine savored the treat as well, the delicious ice cream washing away the lingering aftertaste of the hotpot.
But...
Just after finishing hotpot, immediately diving into ice cream... Ayaka had a Cryo Vision, Paimon possessed an incredibly robust stomach, and Lumine was in peak physical condition.
Only Thoma, not even halfway through his cup, felt a sudden discomfort in his stomach.
Without time to explain, he bolted outside.
"Thoma, where are you going?"
"D-don't ask."
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Player World
The scene ended abruptly after Thoma rushed out, simultaneously concluding the first act of the Inazuma chapter: the Archon Quest "The Immovable God and the Eternal Euthymia."
Players who had completed the quest were left wanting more.
Though this act lacked grand battles and sweeping action, the characters introduced had already sent players into a frenzy.
The adorable and charming little chef, the graceful and refined Ayaka, the spirited and energetic Yoimiya, the seductive and enchanting Yae Miko, and the "male mom" archetype Thoma...
The moment these characters appeared, players knew their wallets were about to starve again.