While I was in Mondstadt, I never imagined becoming a god.

"Therefore, the ultimate goal cannot be limited to simply abolishing the Eye Hunting Order."

These words struck Ayaka Kamisato's heart like a heavy hammer.

"But……"

Ayaka Kamisato hesitated.

She certainly understood what Xu Chuan meant.

Abolishing the Eye Hunting Order is only the first step, and the Kamisato family's goal has always been to reach this point.

As for going further?

The traditional Three Commissioners system in Inazuma, along with the absolute authority of the gods, subtly constrained her thinking.

Xu Chuan noticed her hesitation and, instead of urging her, said something slowly and deliberately.

"The eternity that General Raiden pursues is not for a few bedbugs to keep crawling on Inazuma and sucking his blood."

These words were like a bolt of lightning, cleaving away the last vestige of hesitation in Ayaka Kamisato's heart.

The Kujo family today is indeed as Xu Chuan said, betraying Inazuma's interests for their own gain.

Something was igniting in Ayaka Kamisato's beautiful eyes.

She clenched her hands so tightly that her knuckles cracked, and a surge of emotions she had never felt before welled up in her chest.

It was a pent-up anger.

Her breathing became rapid, and a sharp look, completely out of character, appeared on her usually dignified and elegant face.

Then, she made a decision.

Ayaka Kamisato took a deep breath, and the hesitation in her eyes vanished instantly, like ice melting away.

This time, she didn't hesitate at all.

"Thank you for your guidance, I understand!"

Her voice was loud and decisive, a stark contrast to her previous cautious demeanor.

"That's right, that's more like it."

Seeing the girl's sudden change in spirit and energy, Xu Chuan smiled with satisfaction.

At this moment, Ayaka Kamisato still looks as gentle as ever, but she now exudes an unwavering and steadfast belief.

"Just go ahead and do it boldly."

Xu Chuan's voice was calm and composed, as if he were recounting a trivial matter.

“I’ll handle General Thunder.”

Ayaka Kamisato was taken aback at first.

How could he say it so casually?

But the moment she met Xu Chuan's gaze, Ayaka Kamisato understood.

He wasn't joking, and perhaps he wasn't exaggerating either.

At that moment, a special light shone in the girl's eyes, and an indescribable feeling of emotion welled up in her heart.

"Ayaka, I am extremely grateful."

……

After giving Ayaka Kamisato some advice, Xu Chuan, unusually, left the Kamisato family home.

Since arriving at the Shinri family home, he has spent most of his time in that makeshift laboratory.

Aside from seeing off Ying and Paimon, this was the first time she had left.

Of course, he wasn't going to Haizhi Island to meet them.

After leaving the Shinri family home, Xu Chuan strolled leisurely along the mountain path, as if taking a walk.

His steps were casual and leisurely, his gaze sweeping casually over the scenery along the way.

He stopped when he reached a cliff facing the sea.

The cliffs are steep and towering, plunging straight into the azure sea below, creating white waves.

Standing atop the cliff and gazing into the distance, all you can see is an endless expanse of azure blue.

"Yes, the scenery here is just right."

Looking at the boundless blue sea, Xu Chuan took a deep breath and felt that even the fatigue accumulated in his chest was blown away by the sea breeze.

Then he raised his hand.

Wherever the projection magic touched, the cliff face changed instantly.

The original rough rocky ground has been replaced by smooth bluestone slabs, and eight vermilion pillars rise from the ground, supporting the octagonal pavilion with upturned eaves.

The pavilion was fully equipped with tables, chairs, and utensils. A round table was placed in the center, covered with a snow-white tablecloth, and a bronze stove was placed in the center.

The entire pavilion seems to have stood here for a hundred years, blending seamlessly with the surrounding scenery.

Immediately afterwards, Xu Chuan took out one item after another from his spatial ring.

Sliced ​​ancient rock dragon lizard meat, various kinds of Inazuma seafood...

Of course, there's also fried tofu.

Golden and crispy fried tofu is neatly arranged on a white porcelain plate, emitting the unique aroma of soy products.

Xu Chuan placed the ingredients on the table one by one, his movements unhurried and deliberate, as if he were doing something he thoroughly enjoyed.

He lit the charcoal fire in the bronze furnace.

Soon, the broth in the pot began to boil and bubble, and a rich aroma spread with the rising steam.

Sea breeze, cliffs, pavilions, hot pot.

This combination is somewhat incongruous, yet inexplicably pleasant.

Just as Xu Chuan finished preparing the last dipping sauce, a languid and charming voice came from behind him.

When did you find me?

As soon as the words were spoken, a pink figure stepped out of the void and walked gracefully into the pavilion.

Her long, soft, pinkish-purple hair reached her waist, a pair of fluffy fox ears twitched slightly on her head, and her bushy tail swayed gently behind her.

Her alluring purple eyes narrowed slightly as her gaze fell on Xu Chuan, who was intently preparing the ingredients.

Xu Chuan didn't even look up, but simply pointed with his chopsticks at the plate of golden, tempting fried tofu on the table.

"From the moment you started staring at that plate of fried tofu and couldn't move away."

Yae Shenzi: "..."

The smile on her face froze for a moment, and the tail behind her stopped wagging.

A hint of embarrassment and annoyance flashed in her fox-like eyes, but she quickly suppressed it.

This guy, he's still so infuriating when he talks.

"Stop joking, have a seat."

Xu Chuan raised his head and smiled at Yae no Miko.

In fact, Xu Chuan sensed Yae no Miko's presence the moment she appeared within the Kamisato-yashiki area.

Although concealed, it was as conspicuous as a firefly in the dark to his perception.

He had known all along that the palace official was observing him in secret, but he had simply kept quiet about it.

That's why he deliberately left the Kamisato family and came to this secluded and deserted cliff.

Yae no Miko gave a soft hum, no longer putting on airs, and gracefully walked into the pavilion, sitting down opposite Xu Chuan.

"The Divine Child sought me out, surely not simply because he enjoys stalking and following me."

Xu Chuan dipped his chopsticks into the pot and stirred it, then picked up a perfectly cooked piece of lizard meat, rolled it in the dipping sauce, and put it in his mouth.

Hmm, it tastes good.

"Of course not."

Yae no Miko couldn't help but roll her eyes at him.

The way her fox-like eyes rolled back was both charming and adorable, a stark contrast to her solemn and dignified priestess image at Narukami Shrine.

Even after not seeing him for a while, this guy's words are still as infuriating as ever.

What does it mean to stalk or tail?

Is Yae no Miko the kind of person who acts sneakily and clandestinely?

She just happened to glance at it a couple more times.

Yae no Miko adjusted her posture and looked at Xu Chuan seriously.

During the time she had been observing in secret, she had come to a complete understanding of some things.

When she saw Xu Chuan directly agree to help Ayaka Kamisato fight against the Eye Hunt Order, Yae Miko realized where she had gone wrong.

Last time at Narukami Shrine, she was too cautious and calculating, treating everything as a transaction and a bargaining chip.

As a result, this person seized the initiative, leaving the other person in a dilemma.

Now she understands that dealing with this person by hiding some information while revealing others won't work.

This time, Yae no Miko held nothing back against Xu Chuan.

She explained the relationship between General Thunder and Thunder Movie in its entirety.

The Thunder General sitting in the castle tower is actually a puppet that acts according to predetermined rules.

The real Thor movies have long since sealed their consciousness within the Pure Land of One Heart.

Xu Chuan listened quietly while enjoying his hot pot.

"anything else?"

Xu Chuan put down his chopsticks and looked up at Yae no Miko.

While she was distracted, Xu Chuan reached for the last piece of fried tofu on the plate with his chopsticks, picked it up slowly, and put it into his own bowl.

Yae no Miko's chopsticks, which she had instinctively extended, stopped in mid-air.

She looked down at her empty chopsticks, then at the last piece of golden, crispy fried tofu in Xu Chuan's bowl, her expression incredibly interesting.

That was the last piece of fried tofu she had been eyeing for a long time.

"You're not going to just let me face General Thunder like this, are you?"

Xu Chuan ignored her resentful gaze, picked up a piece of fried tofu, rolled it in the dipping sauce, and put it into his mouth without hesitation.

He chewed twice, then looked up and stared directly into Yae no Miko's eyes.

Those purple eyes were staring at him, as if they wanted to poke two holes in him.

"Of course there is a way."

Yae no Miko took a deep breath, suppressing the urge to snatch the fried tofu from Xu Chuan's bowl, and tried her best to restore her usual lazy and composed voice.

"But unless you can enter the Pure Land of One Mind, my methods will not be very effective."

As she spoke, her tone gradually became somber.

Because she understood the power of her own god, Yae no Miko was more aware than anyone else of the difficulty of this plan.

Lei's films are not opponents that can be influenced by conventional means; her obsession runs too deep.

Anyone who wants to break through General Thunder and enter the Pure Land of One Heart must first face that emotionless puppet that only follows the rules.

General Lei Dian's blade is not something a mortal body can withstand.

Thinking of this, Yae no Miko felt a little guilty.

"That's right."

Xu Chuan laughed, a very composed laugh.

"Only with mutual trust can there be a basis for cooperation."