The Infinite Journey of a Certain Flame

From a general rational perspective, when encountering things that one cannot understand...

Whether human or divine, they will use their knowledge of certain areas that are still unknown to them to explain things.

Because he himself had done something about projecting his consciousness onto an object, Shadow explained the so-called system as something even more mysterious.

The profound skill of directly stripping away consciousness

It should be said that...

No wonder she's a homebody who's been living in the Pure Land for hundreds of years?

This imagination...

"What?! I don't know anything about it..."

Kiana, in any case, was ashamed of her ability to fill in the blanks.

Of course, Ying didn't delve into the concept of this so-called system, but simply continued:

"It even projected your location onto me, which was amazing... Through an eye-like window, I could actually see you fighting against something unknown. Anyway, to make sure you didn't lose, I agreed."

"Huh? Thank you... I was wondering why you offered your help, turns out..."

There's always a reason behind miracles and magic...

The Troubles of Being a New Student Council Member (Kaguya-sama: Love Is War): Chapter Thirteen - The Night Is Still Long

"Later, as a reward for the mission, it told me that as long as I had the Dust Song Pot, I could come to find you."

After finishing her dessert, Ying slowly drank a cup of tea and calmly revealed the key reason why she was there.

It was because I obtained the Dust Song Pot...

Upon hearing this, Kiana was slightly surprised, then suddenly remembered something and asked in return:

"Huh? So... you're pregnant too? Wow, is Grandma Ping really that kind?"

"Hehe. How could that be? Granny Ping... is she a member of that Rock God's retinue?"

Upon hearing the term "Rock God," Kiana immediately realized it.

Ying sought help from her former colleagues.

Come to think of it, he is one of the Seven Gods, even though Zhongli has now resigned from his position as the Rock God by faking his death.

But regardless, their past friendship still exists, so they accepted Shadow's request.

How could this retired god, who roams the mortal world, sit idly by?

Once he lends a helping hand, there's basically nothing to doubt.

He is the god of rock and the ancestor of all immortals.

Getting a Dust Song Pot is a piece of cake, isn't it?

Even if you can't get the materials because of too much debt, you just need to have a good talk with Grandma Ping and everything will be fine.

"Family members... Strictly speaking, they are immortals, but it doesn't really matter. It's just a different way of calling them."

"Yes, the names are different. Speaking of which... it wasn't until I came out of the Pure Land of One Heart that I realized that the Wind God and the Rock God had already passed away in the eyes of the world?"

The passing that the film refers to is, strictly speaking, what the general public understands.

Wendy... because he hadn't publicized his existence in a big way for a very long time, he casually revealed his identity.

He even got a lecture from his own nun...

Zhongli, on the other hand, planned a funeral ceremony for the departed immortals, since there were no immortals to send off.

In a dignified manner, he relinquished his duties as the Geo Archon and chose to become a guest among the millions of people in Liyue Harbor, wandering the mortal world.

Strictly speaking, the people of the Land of Wind and Rock no longer exist.

"It's hard to imagine that a kingdom without divine rule could still be so prosperous and stable... It's somewhat disheartening, if my sister were still here..."

It's already quite unusual for two of your colleagues to resign so abruptly.

The fact that the land ruled by these two people was so peaceful shocked Ying even more.

real...

This is really...

God is more powerful than any other god; even a god can be more powerful than a god.

Take a look at the self-governing organizations of Mondstadt, the Knights of Favonius and the Church of Favonius.

Let's take another look at the Seven Stars and the Thousand Rock Army of Liyue.

Finally, let's look at our own three chief ministers... and those Coral Palace citizens on Haigi Island who are still challenging us.

It's because they're afraid of comparison; once they start comparing, it's too late.

Ying felt increasingly powerless and frustrated.

In the same governance, it was one thing that he couldn't compare to Morax, who was the most ancient of the seven gods, but he couldn't even compare to the wind god, who was the incarnation of a wind spirit.

"Actually, you don't need to blame yourself too much, Ying."

"It's not that I blame myself, it's just that... I might really need you, Kiana..."

As Ying spoke, she gently lifted Kiana's cheek, forcing this exceptionally powerful girl to look into her eyes.

Her beautiful purple eyes were filled with pleading and pleas for help.

Kiana couldn't help but look away, unwilling to gaze at the pitiful girl any longer...

"...Huh? Actually, you don't have to do that..."

Kiana pondered Shadow's request for a long time but still did not readily agree.

After all, the main priority now is to help the student council successfully host the sports meet.

What's said is said, and there's no going back on it.

"Why do you say that? Give me a plausible reason."

Rejected yet again, Ying was truly indignant.

She shook her arms, crossed her arms, and glared at Kiana defiantly.

"Because I believe that you will also have people who are loyal to you and would go through fire and water for you."

"You... well, okay."

Ying pondered for a moment, recalling those who had worked hard to change the status quo during this period.

And Kujo Sara, who actively engages in exchanges and strives to achieve peace with Umijima.

Although progress has taken a turn for the worse and hope is slim, in any case...

Everything is still moving in a positive direction.

"Perhaps I'm being too hasty. If maintaining the status quo can ensure eternity..."

After being reminded, Ying gradually let go of her concerns and stopped asking for extra help.

Kiana was very happy to see this.

"Yes! Everything will be alright, phew... Take care, Shadow."

After saying this, Kiana slowly got up, stretched her limbs, and prepared to go back to her room to sleep.

Just as she walked back to her room with slightly heavy steps, lay down, and was about to close her eyes and go to sleep...

'Gah!'

The wooden door frame scraped against the floor, eventually producing an unpleasant noise.

Upon hearing the noise, Kiana instantly snapped out of her daze and looked at the person who opened the door.

"Shadow?! Why are you..."

As the god approached gracefully, Kiana sat up abruptly, looking at the visitor who had not yet left with great surprise.

That shouldn't be the case... since the situation has already been explained in detail, and the desserts have been prepared in a fairly standard manner.

Why didn't she leave then?

"They really don't know any manners."

Ying casually touched the hair ornament in her hair, then continued in a boastful tone:

"Don't they know the proper etiquette for seeing off the gods?"

"Oh... so you mean I didn't personally take you? Uh, I was too tired. Can I make it up to you now?"

Kiana then threw back the covers, revealing her youthful and vibrant body to Shadow.

It has to be said that Yingqiao blushed when she saw that she was only wearing underwear.

"Hmph. Such overstepping cannot be made up for with just a few apologies."

After she finished speaking, she gracefully walked over, a gentle smile on her serene and beautiful face.

This feels...why does it remind me so much of a cat attacking at night?!

"Then you wouldn't happen to be...?"

“However, considering that you once helped me, I can let this matter go. But I need to explain to you properly the etiquette for dealing with the gods.”

After finishing speaking, Ying had successfully arrived at the edge of Kiana's bed.

"Huh...no way, an explanation? I think...hey! Why are you..."

"What's wrong? Are you dissatisfied with something?"

Seeing Kage sitting on the edge of her bed with a very firm attitude, seemingly intending to have a long talk with her, Kiana could only give a helpless bitter smile.

Clearly, tonight is still a long way off...

The Troubles of a New Student Council Member (Kaguya-sama: Love Is War): Chapter Fourteen - Why Does It Smell Like Milk?

"Ahem, let's begin with the proper greetings when meeting a deity. You..."