Boom!
As the Fragment completely shattered, the violent electro element spread out directly. Plants within a twenty-meter radius were utterly destroyed, leaving behind only a barren, scorched patch of ground.
"Phew... this is too exaggerated. Or am I the only one who has such an exaggerated reaction?"
The electro element of Raiden Makoto is different from what is commonly found on the continent. Perhaps that is why such a violent reaction occurred.
Shiki wasn't sure. If she had known, she would have asked Ayaka first. The main issue was the preconceived notion from the game, where character ascension truly had no special effects.
However, the gains were obvious: the amount of electro element her body could accommodate had increased significantly, although she still couldn't summon Heavenly Lightning like a Archon... "Shiki? What are you doing here? What just happened?"
As Tejima, the only person in Konda Village with a Vision, he naturally sensed the rampant electro element nearby. He initially thought it was another Electro Mitachurl King, but when he arrived, he found Shiki.
"Nothing much. I was just trying to channel the elemental power from the Amethyst Fragment, but I didn't expect the reaction to be so violent that it exploded."
Shiki said, pointing to the Amethyst Fragment, which was now in pieces on the ground. Ah, no, she should say it was glass shards.
After releasing the elemental power it contained, the Amethyst Fragment lost its original luster and looked like shattered glass lying on the ground.
"Huh?"
Tejima was stunned. Did she just say that the glass shards scattered everywhere were the incredibly precious Amethyst Fragment?
"No, if it's an Amethyst Fragment, why did it turn out like this? And even if it's used up, the luster should only fade slightly; it shouldn't shatter!"
"Your situation is simply unheard of. Whether it's elemental power or Swordsmanship, I feel like you've monopolized all the ridiculous things."
As Tejima spoke, he picked up the fragments on the ground and examined them. Then, he took out the Agnidus Agate Fragment he had used decades ago from his Vision.
Although it no longer had its original luster, a hint of red and a complete shape could still be discerned.
"So, normal people generally don't have such a huge reaction, right?" Shiki leaned over and asked.
"That's right. At most, the elemental power just becomes a bit more active, unlike yours, which outright exploded," Tejima nodded.
"By the way, where did you get this Fragment?"
"The Head of the Kamisato Clan gave it to me. Didn't I become a consultant for the Kamisato Clan earlier? This is the overdue Reward."
"That's quite good. This stuff is rare. Back then, I risked my life to pry my piece out of the territory of the Pyro Hypostasis."
The territory of the Pyro Hypostasis is located north of Kannazuka, where the Ley Lines make the pyro element exceptionally active, leading to the birth of the Pyro Hypostasis.
On the continent of Teyvat, there are always some regions where the elements are abnormally active, which is why every nation has some exceptionally powerful monsters.
And in the game, these monsters are the World Bosses.
"If you still want this item, perhaps you can go to Seirai Island and take a look. Hundreds of years ago, it was suddenly ravaged by a Thunderstorm for unknown reasons, and perhaps Amethyst Fragments were born there."
The Thunderstorm on Seirai Island has existed since Tejima started keeping records. It is rumored that someone released a sealed monster, and afterward, it became the way it is now.
That dense Thunderstorm can be seen even from Narukami Island, so one can imagine how dangerous it is inside.
"Perhaps that is Lord Shogun's wrath. But I only suggest you look around the periphery; forget about going inside the Thunderstorm."
"Alright, but I have a lot of things to deal with right now, so I don't plan on going to Seirai Island yet."
Shiki knew that at the very top of Seirai Island lay the lingering resentment from when the Thunderbird fell.
When a Archon dies, residues are created. Just like Orobas, Seirai Island also had a seal, but it was undone by a certain Shrine Maiden.
Shiki couldn't quite remember who it was specifically, but she knew that the Thunderstorm surrounding Seirai Island was a spectacle born from the Thunderbird's demise, and the monster called Thunder Manifestation was born within it.
Back then, Shiki had farmed this constantly zipping broken Thunderbird countless times just to ascend the Electro Archon.
"In that case, remember to call me when you decide to go later. There is strength in numbers, and although I am old, I'm not so old that I can't lift a sword."
If Shiki really intended to go to Seirai Island, Tejima would definitely go to help. An old man should pave the way for the younger generation! Moreover, a Pyro Vision holder is very popular in Adventurer teams.
"Let's talk about Seirai Island another time."
Shiki shook her head, indicating that this matter would be put on hold for now. She certainly intended to go to Seirai Island, but not yet—at the very least, she would wait until she had finished clearing out the Fatui.
Meanwhile, on Ritou, at the Kanjou Commission Residence... The Damselette strode haughtily into the Hiiragi Clan mansion, followed by two Pyro Agents and an Electro Cicin Mage.
After obtaining the geo and anemo Gnosis, she once again set foot on Inazuman territory. Speaking of which, she was truly busy; she had just handed the Gnosis over to the Tsaritsa and now had to rush here immediately.
"Oh? So you old geezer are still alive. That is quite surprising."
The Damselette naturally knew that Hiiragi Shinsuke possessed a Delusion; after all, she was the one who authorized it in the first place!
"Hahaha, I still want to live a few more years, and besides, I don't need to take action on Ritou," Hiiragi Shinsuke said with a laugh, showing no sign of imitation.
If even the people around him couldn't tell, much less The Damselette, who looked down on everyone; she didn't bother to look at all.
"Heh heh, don't forget our previous transaction. The Fatui now require large amounts of Crystal Marrow. You understand what I mean, right?"
"Of course, I remember everything."
Ioroi was currently smiling on the outside but cursing internally. It was a good thing he had dug up all the previous Transaction Records, or he wouldn't have known about this at all!
"It's good that you know. We will have Designated Personnel to receive it then. You just focus on collecting."
With that, The Damselette left the Kanjou Commission. The Tsaritsa's mission was paramount. The current priority was making the Electro Archon hand over her Gnosis, not wasting time arguing with this old man.
'Finally gone, that damned stinking woman! I'll make Shiki strike you down later!' Ioroi roared furiously in his heart, while his face maintained its composure.
"Father, who was that woman just now?" Hiiragi Chisato walked in and asked, a hint of worry on her face.
"Chisato, you don't need to worry about this. It is not yet time for you to deal with these matters."
"But..."
"I told you not to worry about it!"
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