People in Xumi: I am really not the Dragon King

Chapter 598 Lin Feng: Soaking in a hot spring? Are you two sure you're not going to become tea leaves...?

A moment later, inside the tent, in the hall used to receive guests.

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Opening their eyes from their daze, the three dream-eating tapirs, who had finally had a good sleep, looked up and stared at the white fur ball floating in the air in front of them. For a moment, neither side knew what to say.

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"Um, have Researcher Lin Feng and the others finished their psychological therapy sessions? I hope I didn't disturb your sleep."

"Ying and I waited outside for a long time without any response. I was just a little worried that something might have happened inside."

He scratched his head and tentatively explained why he had come in.

I really wanted to ask if the experience of psychotherapy involved sleeping together, but Paimon felt that it was a bit inappropriate to ask that question, so he hesitated for a moment.

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"No, it wasn't noisy, but I hope you won't misunderstand the content of the psychotherapy."

"The situation here is a bit complicated; we don't usually sleep together like this."

I don't know how to explain it. The three of them, who were separated earlier, didn't even know why they were sleeping here together, and according to what the two gods in the dream said...
I instinctively sat up straight and looked back at the sofa next to me, but after searching with all my might, I couldn't see anyone.

Turning her head, looking at the guests who were still clearly in a state of doubt, Mizuki blinked with a hint of despair, suddenly wanting to know if anyone could explain the normal treatment process to them.
"Um, so the treatment here really isn't about sleeping on a table?"

"Sorry, Paimon, it was a misunderstanding."

A moment later, a long table laden with desserts appeared.

After Lin Feng explained that he had just finished his experience and came out of the room, Paimon, Ying, and Xiaogong who had come in paused, then nodded in sudden understanding.

"Well, that's about it. Perhaps you're not aware, but Miss Mizuki and her companions are dream-eating Baku, and in some situations, they need to heal guests in dreams."

"Sometimes it may look like they are sleeping, but they are actually working, so don't be too surprised."

Knowing full well that Nasita had already explained the cause and effect and made recruitment in the dream, Lin Feng turned to look at the "reserve employees" behind him who were about to join the Order Academy, and did not mind helping them out of the predicament.

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"Alright, my experience is over. I have some other work to do, so I won't stay any longer."

"Overall, I would still recommend that you try the psychological treatment here, as it can help relieve a lot of psychological stress."

"While the idea that you'll have sweet dreams after the experience is somewhat incomplete, it's not entirely wrong. If you haven't had sweet dreams in a long time, they should be able to help."

Turning to look at Mizuki behind him, he conveyed the message that "follow-up work communication will take place in the dream."

Knowing full well that there was a crucial matter to attend to before the resurrection ceremony that the people were eagerly anticipating, Lin Feng nodded to Paimon and Ying beside him, then took his leave.

"Phew, I've finally dealt with another potential problem. I didn't expect to find a job while out shopping."

"—So, this is what you accidentally uncovered while dealing with the dream world? The 'Nightmare' from the Inazuma legend?"

A moment later, on a mountaintop outside Inazuma Castle.

They were stopped halfway, so they immediately hired a few employees and fixed the dream.
Hearing that there was an unexpected gain, Lin Feng stretched out his left hand and looked at the trembling black mist in front of him. He knew very well what this thing was.

"Living in dreams, able to differentiate and reproduce by leveraging the negative emotions accumulated in the human heart, and planting offspring in consciousness—such a form of existence is quite interesting."

"Similarly, it subconsciously guides the host to deviate in the direction it wants, and even imitates other people's voices appearing in the ear. If this thing weren't so weak, I would even think it could be mistaken for the Abyss."

He was quite certain that the mass of black energy in front of him had considerable potential, at least for the Abyss.

I witnessed this parasitic existence that uses nightmares and negative emotions to differentiate itself.

Lin Feng felt that if this thing could also be infected by the power of the abyss, then in countries without the means to interfere with dreams, it could probably easily unleash a terrifying disaster.

"Should we eliminate it completely?"

"Based on the information in its memory, this should be the last 'Nightmare' in the world. Once it is eliminated, there will be no risk of dreams being exploited."

They also turned to look at this guy, whom they could hardly resist.

Nasita knew very well that although this thing was weak, because of its extremely secretive methods of committing crimes and its ability to interfere with emotions, once it was thrown into another country, it would probably go completely unnoticed before causing large-scale harm.

"No, I'll keep it for now. It might be useful in the future. There's only one left. It would be a waste to just kill it."

"Moreover, in my perception, its will isn't exactly insane; it's just that its form of existence is somewhat peculiar. Perhaps with a little modification, it could be used in certain special situations."

There are so many things that can be used in Nightmare. Lin Feng felt that even if such a unique dream life form were to be artificially created, it would be very time-consuming and laborious.

Even if there's no chance to use it in the future, keeping it in your own hands means it's unlikely to cause any damage to the outside world.

"Hmm, that's fine too."

Nasita nodded, offering no differing opinion:

"Based on our understanding, this one seems to be quite special within the Nightmare species. It appears to have realized the drawbacks of the past practice of breeding by relying on negative emotions and is trying to find a solution."

"As a race without physical form and dependent on a host for existence, the human condition is closely related to them."

"If humans lose their ability to survive due to negative emotions, then nightmares, if they don't want to perish, will have no choice but to work and live in their place."

Shaking her head, Nasita didn't really think that such a contradictory creature could cause much damage. She believed that leaving one to preserve the tribe wouldn't be a big problem.

After all, it was just a little mouse that was accidentally caught while cleaning the granary, which is insignificant compared to these trivial matters.
"--The restoration of the Inazuma collective dream has been completed, and the Baku clan will no longer be affected."

"After the tree king and I finished the restoration work, Ms. Mengjianyue gave us several hot spring experience vouchers to express her gratitude, hoping that we would visit when we have time in the future."

"There are three experience tickets in total. I haven't seen the Inazuma hot springs in person yet. Would you like to go together later?"

She raised her head and looked at Lin Feng in front of her with an inquiring attitude.

Since breaking free from the cage that isolated her from the outside world, Nasita wanted to learn about anything she hadn't seen or tried before, and hot springs were naturally among them. Although it's said that Nata is where natural hot springs are most popular, there are bound to be differences in customs between Nata and Inatsuma, so experiencing it here beforehand wouldn't be a bad idea.
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"Hot springs? You two? Are you sure you're not going there to sell tea leaves?"

"And given his height, I'm not sure if I should bring a swimming pool."

While pondering other questions, I felt relaxed around them and readily shared my truest thoughts without any pretense.

But halfway through his sentence, he suddenly felt two bright, piercing gazes upon him.

Lin Feng, who had originally wanted to add a couple more words, decisively shut up, choosing not to bombard the two little guys in front of him with more facts.
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"Okay, stop looking at me, I'm going."

"But not now, Inazuma still has some very important work to prepare."

"Once I finish this last bit of work, I'll try to find a suitable children's swimsuit for you."

Nasita: "." I can let it go the first time, but you must have done it on purpose the second time, right?

Although the earlier statement that they went to be used as tea leaves was obviously a joke, since the new branches of the World Tree are not suitable for making tea, and no one would drink hot spring water that has been soaked in it.
But the use of swimming rings and children's swimsuits is blatant mockery, and she simply can't find a way to refute it.
He raised his head and stared at himself, the so-called sage, with a harmless gaze.

Although the invitation was successful, along with the joy, I had a strange, unsettling feeling.
After being led astray, Nasita considered the depth of the pool and suddenly began to seriously consider whether she should prepare a swimming ring.
At the same time, on the other side.

They had no idea what the visiting gods were discussing, nor did they care to participate in the lively festival in the distance.

At this moment, Kage stood on the terrace at the top of the castle tower, his expression as he looked at the Divine Child was more solemn than ever before.

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"Ah Ying, let me confirm again, you mean you plan to fight the General before the resurrection ceremony officially begins?"

"Phew, I'm already surprised you managed to wait until now to take action, but why this particular time?"

Looking at the shadow in front of her with a face full of surprise, the Divine Child knew very well that what her Shadow had always cared about most was the revival of the people.

I originally thought that Ah Ying would at least wait until the ceremony was complete before taking action, but now she's stuck right before it even begins.
"If possible, I would also like to fight this battle after welcoming the people back, after all, I failed to fulfill the eternity I promised, and I owe many of them an apology."

"But you, Divine Child, should also know the reasons why I did this."

“The general’s will is no less than mine. If we want to persuade her, this is the most opportune time, and it may be the only chance.”

"My battle with the general may last for an exceptionally long time. I know very well what I thought five hundred years ago, and even now I would hardly be able to persuade her."

"The only thing that could convince 'me' was this wish from countless people, something I had never had in my previous 'eternity'."

With utmost seriousness, Kage explained to the divine child before him that although the divine child had many problems, she was absolutely trustworthy to him.

After my departure, the entire Inazuma region will inevitably face a long period of divine vacancy, during which time someone must take over the responsibility of governing Inazuma.

Human desires may be brilliant, but they are like the fleeting brilliance of a shooting star. Under the sway of desire, the speed at which humans fall into depravity far surpasses that of monsters and gods.

What has happened does not mean it will not happen again. If no one is responsible for monitoring the exercise of power by the Three Commissioners, then the entire Inazuma will surely fall into a new round of corruption and depravity.

"So, Ah Ying, you came to me because you want me to manage Inazuma for you while you're away?"

"Although I know this is something that must be done, and there's no room for refusal, it's not unavoidable."

When managing Narukami Shrine, she often used sorcery to create substitutes, and the recent continuous overtime work even made her consider digging a hole and hiding inside.

If one really has to take on the entire management and operation of Inazuma
The divine child paused, contemplating the terrifying workload, and felt that the pressure might be so great that he would completely turn into a bald fox.
“You are the most suitable candidate, Divine Child.”

"Chiyo needs to reorganize Inazuma's military system, and she is not good at governance."

"As for Ms. Hanashiri, she can offer you a lot of advice, but I'm afraid she's unwilling to get any further involved with Inatsume."

“I know this job may be very demanding for you, and your personality isn’t suited to staying in one place and working comfortably, but right now, Inazuma doesn’t have a better option.”

I looked up and gazed at this seemingly unreliable old friend in front of me.

Although she had recently taken his divine heart without his knowledge and used it to attack him with other gods, in retrospect, the divine child's decision could even be considered the optimal solution.

Convinced that the Divine Child possessed talent and wisdom no less than that of the Fox Maiden, Kage knew that she simply lacked enthusiasm for many things.

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"Sigh, what can I do? You're my god, Aying. You'll have to make it up to me when you get back."

"However, apart from that Hana-san-ri lady, who are the helpers you've prepared for me? It's not like I'm the only one relying on myself for the entire Inazuma, is it?"

He paused briefly, then sighed deeply, and reluctantly accepted the task.

She knew very well that there was no room for refusal in the task at hand, but although the priestess was confident in her abilities, she didn't think she could single-handedly support Inazuma, who was without a god.
"No, I've already found a helper for Inazuma. You're quite familiar with that helper, Miko."

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With a vague sense of foreboding, the divine child looked up at the shadow in front of him.

“When I am not here, the god of Sumeru will protect the country in my place. He promised to help me maintain the safety and stability of Inazuma.”

“Since you’ve worked together before, there shouldn’t be any problems getting along.”

"If any special circumstances arise, just treat that god as me. You can rest assured to follow his instructions, Divine Child."

Son of God: "."

He fell silent for a moment, unsure how to respond.

Although the other party's actions could indeed be described as friendly, the shrine maiden glanced back at her tail and realized that she had already developed quite a few shadows in her heart.
When Ah Ying is not around, follow the arrangements of that deity.
It was so hard to finally get back to a normal, happy mood.

After briefly imagining that the other person's habits of seeking amusement were similar to her own, the Divine Child felt her mood once again drawn back into the gloom of the past.
(End of this chapter)