Is there something wrong with playing Genshin Impact in the dungeon?

Subconsciously, I turned the page again—

"What exactly is magic to you (or me)?"

Ling Shu completely followed his own heart and gave a second answer:

"Since it is a future (unknown territory) that current technology (civilization) has not yet figured out, it must be a mysterious method that can do 'unscientific' things."

Magic is a science that has yet to be explained.

This principle is probably familiar to most people on Earth who have been exposed to various fantasy stories.

therefore……

"Magic is amorphous, existing between 'illusion' and 'reality,' a conceptual existence determined by 'imagination.'"

As this thought arose, Ling Shu did not notice that Freya, who was standing right next to him in reality, had already shown a look of surprise.

next moment……

Turn the page again—

"What do you (or I) need from magic?"

This time, Ling Shu paused for a short while before giving his reply:

"It must be a powerful force, a controllable force, and a force without side effects."

"Never fall behind, with unlimited potential."

……

As Ling Shu answered his own thoughts in his mind, the 'Supreme Magic Book' was also constructing his own unique 'self-truth'.

For a moment, in this room located on the top floor of the Tower of Babel, only the soft, rhythmic sound of turning pages could be heard.

Turn the page —

answer.

Turn the page —

Respond again.

until……

Is that all?

The 'Supreme Magic Book' in my hand has reached the last page.

Like a mirror reflecting the mind, it (book/Ling Shu) poses the final question.

Ling Shu fell silent again.

a long time……

"I am very weak."

Therefore, great power is required.

"I'm terrified of dying."

So they've always stayed behind the scenes.

"I don't like negative 'accidents'."

Therefore, in daily life, we are used to making plans first, striving for the most stable outcome.

"But there are also times when I want to 'challenge myself,' and when I want to relax and live freely and unrestrained."

"I hope that more people will not only know me (the traveler), but also know that I (the person) exist."

Ling Shu knew very well that [Traveler·Empty] was himself.

But he also hoped that in this world, someone other than Freya and Ota would call him by his real name.

However, he was also very conflicted.

Because he didn't want to expose the true relationship between 'himself' and himself in front of too many people.

Perhaps it's just my chuunibyou (middle school syndrome) acting up...

He really enjoys the feeling of having multiple identities, some of which are very well-known big shots, and occasionally using alternate accounts to go out and explore.

He looked forward to the day when 'Ling Shu' and his party members would emerge from the dungeon, dragging their weary bodies to feast at 'The Abundant Mistress,' and hear other adventurers boasting about what earth-shattering things the [Twin Stars] had accomplished.

He also looked forward to the day when the "Twin Stars" were being touted by others but secretly slandered, and he (Ling Shu) would be nearby, seeing the various aspects of life from a completely different perspective.

This is without a doubt...

It is an extremely greedy desire.

It is a chaotic idea that is difficult to gain widespread acceptance.

This is the essence of Ling Shu.

"It's truly ugly and ridiculous."

"I don't deny it."

"But this is who I am."

"Correct."

The 'Ling Shu' in the book speaks in unison with Ling Shu (the real person), "This is me."

"!"

In reality, the 'Supreme Magic Book' has become a pile of blank scraps of paper, lying on the ground, as if it would crumble into dust at the slightest touch.

Freya, standing to the side...

She saw it.

Even if it's just for a moment.

She witnessed the radiance of Ling Shu's soul.

A pure, flawless soul? A soul that shines like gold?

No, no.

That is 'all'.

That is……

"world?"

******

When Ling Shu came to his senses, he found himself lying on the ground, seemingly having just fallen off his 'personal stool'.

and……

"Sis, the carpet is nice, but with your average constitution, you shouldn't catch a cold, right?"

Ling Shu discovered that the back of his head was resting on Freya's lap pillow.

The latter, instead of sitting on that magnificent throne, looked like a girl from a neighboring village, kneeling beside a chair.

She casually brushed aside a few strands of hair from Ling Shu's forehead.

At the same time, he chuckled softly, "Unfortunately, you are not the 'Odr' I am looking for."

"???"

Wait a minute, this goddess-like lady seems to have said something quite shocking?

Ling Shu didn't know whether he should be worried or relieved.

but……

Will my 'Odr' be the same as yours?

It was another sentence that outsiders might not understand, but Ling Shu could understand instantly.

At present...

"Sis, you're so beautiful, you're sure to find a great partner."

Ling Shu spoke these words sincerely, without a trace of falsehood.

Upon hearing this, Freya chuckled softly, "I hope so."

She patted Ling Shu's shoulder and said, "Okay, get up quickly. My legs are numb from sitting on the ground for so long and being pressed down by you."

"..."

Can we not say things that are easy to misunderstand?

Ling Shu quickly got up.

He also took the opportunity to extend his right hand so that Freya could stand up with him.

Indeed, judging from the stiff movements, the latter's legs were truly numb.

Just so you can lie more comfortably on the ground?

Ling Shu thought of many things.

As for Freya...

"Let me update your [ability stats] again."

After returning to her throne, the goddess who had reached the pinnacle of Orario pointed to her 'personal stool' and said meaningfully, "You showed me 'that kind of light,' and I am very satisfied."

"Now, I'm increasingly looking forward to seeing what kind of 'fourth magic' you'll awaken."

Undoubtedly, Ling Shu, as the person directly involved, is more interested in this matter.

Not long after...

"Tick tock~"

As Ling Shu lifted his shirt, revealing his back, the goddess's divine blood slowly dripped down...

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The Original Ones (Another_Adams)