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Author Note:
[ ] = When Twilight is speaking.
{ } = When talking through Telepathy.
' ' = When thinking in your mind.
<< >> = When talking with your Pokémon or Tamed Beast.
--- --- = When describing a certain period OR Another place.
** ** = Point Of View i.e., POV
/// /// = In Call
" " = System and when talking to it.
「 」 = Thoughts being heard
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The room fell into silence.
The Traveler didn't reply right away as her mind went deep into thoughts.
'Lumine: Why? Why does Yuuya started behaving like this? I clearly remember, last time, he was enjoying his time in some orgy. On top of that, after their Anemo God, the one people of Mondstadt trusted the most is none other than him. So, why is he killing those who are standing by his side?'
Thinking, her gaze never left Jean and others in front.
Seeing their expression, she can tell they were not lying.
'Lumine: Wait a minute…'
Looking at Kaeya, she asked.
Lumine: You are saying that Yuuya is wearing a black armour. Is that the very armour he wore when I pushed him too far?
Kaeya: I think so. Since I was unconscious that time and didn't witness Honourable Knight and Yuuya fight. However, from the information I gathered from the people around that time, it's that very armour he wore and...…. defeated you.
He spoke the last words quietly, hoping Lumine won't get mad.
Fortunately, the girl didn't show any expressions and take it naturally. Seeing this, Kaeya gave a sigh of relief.
Lumine: Hmmm. Why did he wear that armour again? Did some strong enemy come to Mondstadt, which forces him to wear it again?
Eula: Well…From what we have heard, Yuuya never removed that armour ever since fighting you.
Lumine: What? Why?
Lisa: No one knows. He remains in that armour all this time.
'Lumine: …After hearing Mr. Erste thoughts I know that that armour is not as simple. So, there's high possibility that it's the one responsible for Yuuya's current behaviour......…Berserker's Armour. Huh. Looks like there is more to it then what I learnt.'
At this moment, something struck in Lumine's mind as she realized something.
'Lumine: Could it be that Mr. Erste is also aware about it? That's why he told me to come here.'
As Traveler started giving it more and more thoughts, her eyes couldn't help but wide as more and more pieces of puzzle started to fit together.
She wrapped her arms around herself as her body started shivering.
'Lumine: He… Mr. Erste used me......I was a fool to think that he spared people of Mondstadt out of goodwill...…There's no way a higher-being like him will tolerate being looked down upon my mere mortals which he can kill with just his thoughts.'
She crouched down on the floor with her body trembling more violently.
'Lumine: He knew all along that Yuuya have that armour. Next, he took the advantage of my feelings for him, knowing fully well I will definitely try to kill Yuuya for what he did to him. As a result, being overwhelmed by me, Yuuya had no choice except to wear Berserker Armour. And now because of the curse of that armour, Yuuya is slaughtering the very people who once put their blind trust on him. In other words............… not only did Mr. Erste succeed in breaking people trust in Yuuya, turning him from hero to villain but also succeed in taking revenge on all those people who once mocked him and told him to leave their Nation.'
Yes. Everything that Lumine thought just now were truth. Everyone single thing was part of Primis scheme.
Still, there's even more. Albeit Lumine won't be able to see through it yet.
As her face turned paler, someone shook her, breaking her out of her stupor.
Amber: Lumine!
Lumine: Huh!
Raising her head, she saw the worried face of Amber. When she looked around, she saw that others were also showing the same expression.
Lisa: Sweetie, are you okay? You are sweating profusely.
Lumine: ...…
Hearing this, the blonde girl looked at herself and realized that she was indeed covered in sweat. Her clothes were even sticking with her skin.
She then took a deep breath before finally getting back on her feet.
During this, Amber also helped her up but Lumine didn't push her away.
Amber: Are you really fine?
Lumine: I am. Thank you.
Saying, she took out a water bottle from her inventory and drank it all in one go. Her throat and body felt cold, thanks to the cold environment. Nonetheless, this still calmed her down.
After putting the empty bottle away, she addressed them.
Lumine: I understand why you come looking for me. But sorry. I can't help you.
Jean: Why? If apologize is not enough, tell me how you want us to compensate you. I will try my best to fulfil on your demands.
Shaking her head, the Traveler denied.
Lumine: That's not the case.
Eula: Then what is it?
Lumine: I am still not Yuuya's match. Even if I join forces with you, we still won't win.
Diluc: You are joking, aren't y--
Kaeya: Wait a minute.
Suddenly Kaeya interrupted Diluc and got everyone's attention.
With his gaze still at Lumine, he asked.
Kaeya: Honourable Knight, could it be that the reason you come to Dragonspine is not to hide from pursuers but to find way to face Yuuya?
Amber: What!
Eula: Really!
Lumine: Um.
The girl nodded, feeling no need to hide it from others.
Lumine: I must find my way to the depth of the Dragonspine. That's where I will find it.
Jean: Are you sure that it can help in defeating, Yuuya?
Lumine: I am certain.
This made the orders relaxed as they smiled. Finally, they can stop Yuuya.
Jean: Let us lend a hand. I am sure this will help us reach our goal fast.
Becoming silent for a second, Lumine looked at everyone before nodding.
Lumine: …Ok.
The Knights of Favonius gave a sigh of relief hearing that. They were worried that Lumine will decline their help. So, her affirmation lifted the huge load of their shoulders.
Lisa: Sweetie, can you tell us what is the thing we will find in the depth of the Mountain?
Lumine: I don't know.
Lisa: ...
Amber: ...…
Jean: ....
Diluc: ...
Kaeya: ...….
Eula: ...
Lisa: Ahem. So, how deeper we have to go to reach our destination?
Lumine: I don't know.
Lisa: ...
Amber: ...…
Jean: ....
Diluc: ...
Kaeya: ...….
Eula: ...
Hearing the same reply, everyone's lips twitched as they thought Lumine was playing with him.
Though, seeing her innocent expression made them think otherwise.
Amber: Uh…Lumine. If you don't what is it and where in depth of Dragonspine we will find, isn't finding it is basically impossible.
Lumine: I don't think so.
Diluc: Why are you so confidence?
Lumine: Because I received a message from Mr. Erste, that the means to defeating Yuuya will be found there.
Amber & Lisa & Jean & Eula: FROM HIM!!!!
When the blonde girl was done speaking, all the women shouted simultaneously.
This not only caught Kaeya and Diluc off-guard but Lumine also sensed something wrong and frowned.
Realizing their outburst, the women did a fake cough and looked away to hide their embarrassment.
Amber: Ahem. Well, since Mr. Herrscher said so then it must be true.
Lisa: I also think so. So, we should hurriedly make our way to the depth.
Lumine: ...
The Traveler seemed unamused while looking at them with narrowed eyes.
The women, on the other hand, averted their gazes as a tint of red appeared their face.
Though as Lumine was staring deeply at them, a voice interrupted them.
???: If you think someone as weak as you can reach the depth of the Mountain then you are welcome to try. Albeit I guarantee that you all will die half-way......…. without exception.
Knights of Favonius: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jean and others were shocked after hearing an unfamiliar voice behind them.
Instinctively, they drew out their weapons from their visions and strike back without looking.
Lumine: STOP!!!
But Traveler's shout, they all paused their movements and finally saw the assailant.
Looking at it, they all couldn't help but fell in daze.
They had never seen such a stunning woman before. Her striking violet eyes and silver hair that swept all the way to her ankles made her looked like goddess that descended on a mortal realm.
Even Jean, Lisa, Eula, and Amber found themselves inferior compared to her.
While they were in the trance, Lumine let out a sigh of relief, seeing how she prevented them from doing something that they might regret.
She then looked at woman as the feeling of jealously and envious flashed through her eyes.
Then she remembered something.
'Lumine: Wait a minute. Now that I think about it, didn't Mr. Erste look a lot more handsome and divine when he showed his "The Crimson Moon" form for the first time. That look of his far surpassed this woman'd beauty.'
Thinking about that Lumine couldn't but blush.
Well, she was not wrong. Primis handsomeness far eclipsed anyone, since his body was created by the Origin Force itself.
However, he found it annoying when people feel into trance every time after seeing his face. Hence, he always kept his charm and aura in control in order to not face such situation.
But when he used his awakening, it can't be restrained any longer and was released fully.
Unfortunately, no one had the time to appreciate it since they were overwhelmed by this killing intent.
Shaking her head, Lumine hurriedly put those thought away, and approached the woman.
Lumine: It's been some time, Lady Moon. How are you doing?
Moon: I am doing good. And you...
Stopping, she gazed intently at Lumine before speaking.
Moon: Um. Not bad. You are ready for your 3rd Ascension.
Knights of Favonius: WHAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
When Lumine started talking, others snapped out of their thoughts. But they never expected this woman to throw such a bombshell like this.
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Inazuma.
Tenshukaku.
Currently Primis was in his office, with his arm on the table and his chin on his fist. Along with his closed eyes, it was not difficult to tell that he was resting.
CLICK!!
At this time, the door opened and the Makoto and Ei entered.
Witnessing his sleeping appearance, both couldn't help but chuckle since it was the first time, they had seen Primis resting without any care of the world.
Other times, he had his guard up all the time.
Hence, this came surprising for them to see him like this. Still, they thought it was because Primis felt relax in Inazuma that he decided to show his unguarded self.
Thus, they decided to take him to his room so that he can sleep peacefully on the bed.
Though just when they were about to approach him, something unexpected happened.
CRACK!!
SHATTER!!
Suddenly space cracked at his side before a violent of wind came out of it.
WHIZ!!
WAIL!!!
ROAR!!
The wind was so strong that the sisters had no choice but to use their full strength to protect themselves.
Still, the force behind it, started pushing them back.
But just when they were about to crash with the door behind them, the wind stopped.
When it did, they removed the hand covering their eyes and looked in front.
In the next instant, they got shocked witnessing the spectator in front.
The cracked space restored itself. But now someone was standing there, by Primis side.
She was an extremely beautiful woman with long golden-blonde hair, gold eyes, and a slender body. She was wearing armor consisted of head guard, breastplate, arm guards, hip guards, and knee guards. An azure sword could be at left-side of her waist.
After so long, the very first guard of Primis returned. To stay by his side and protect him from all danger.
She was Sword Princess......… Ais Wallenstein.
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Chapter 89: Return of Sword Princess.
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*A/N: Please throw some power stones.
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