Chapter 159. Companion Weapon, Complete!
After bidding farewell to Kujou Sara and Arataki Itto, Futsu Mitama made his way toward Tenshukaku.
As he arrived once more before its towering gates, a rare hint of excitement stirred within him. He was about to forge his own companion weapon.
Until now, he had relied on elemental weapons in battle. Whenever he faced stronger opponents, he had to worry about damaging his blade—an inconvenience that constantly hindered him. It was a persistent frustration.
Once his companion weapon was forged, such concerns would no longer exist.
According to Raiden Ei and Zhongli's assessment, companion weapons were exceedingly rare. Their strength was directly tied to their master's.
If the master was powerful, the weapon would be equally formidable.
If the master was weak, the weapon would shatter.
At the entrance to Tenshukaku, the Okuzume guards did not stop him. Earlier that day, the Raiden Shogunhad issued orders: should Lord Futsu Mitama arrive, he was to be allowed entry without obstruction.
Thus, he walked unimpeded into the depths of Tenshukaku. Before long, he saw the Raiden Shogun standing with her back to him.
"You've arrived?"
She turned, and her voice carried an unmistakable liveliness—clearly Raiden Ei, not the Shogun Puppet.
Raiden Ei examined him briefly, then nodded. "Good. Your condition is far better than it was two days ago. Come with me."
"I have the Raiden Shogun to thank for that," Futsu Mitama replied earnestly.
For the past two days, he had alternated relentlessly between brewing wine and sparring with the Raiden Shogun. When exhaustion set in, he would study the forging techniques he had acquired earlier, ensuring not a moment was wasted.
Though Yae Miko's actions had stirred unrest within Inazuma City, Kujou Takayuki's decisive measures had paradoxically made Futsu Mitama's stay there far more peaceful over these past two days.
Raiden Ei was never one for unnecessary words. She stepped forward and took his hand.
A flicker of lightning flashed in her violet eyes. Space trembled.
A swirling purple portal materialized before them.
Without hesitation, she led him straight into it.
Futsu Mitama followed Raiden Ei through the violet portal.
A flash of purple light filled his vision. When it faded, he found himself standing in a chamber lined with blacksmithing equipment—furnaces, anvils, racks of rare ores, and tools arranged with meticulous precision.
"Where is this?" he asked, surprise flickering across his face.
It was not the equipment that startled him, but the surroundings. The architecture was nearly identical to Tenshukaku itself.
"The top floor of Tenshukaku," Raiden Ei replied calmly. "It possesses the strongest defensive measures. I have forged here many times. The Raiden Shogun was created here."
"And Kunikuzushi, whom you saw, was also made here."
Futsu Mitama's expression grew subtle.
So this was their birthplace.
He could not help but think that walking up the stairs would have sufficed—but instead, she had chosen spatial teleportation.
"Let us begin," Raiden Ei said. "I will guard you. If anything unexpected occurs, I can intervene immediately. You may use any materials here. Many rare remnants remain from when I created the Shogun."
Futsu Mitama nodded. The moment he entered, he had already noticed them—an Electro-infused feather shimmering faintly, a Hand-Eye radiating restrained lightning, a gem pulsing with elemental energy.
"Then I'll begin."
He inhaled slowly. The day had finally come.
With a slight gesture, purple light flickered. All the materials provided by the Shopkeeper's Daughter appeared before him.
The furnace roared to life.
One by one, he cast the materials inside in accordance with the forging method Raiden Ei had given him—mysterious iron ore, fallen star silver, jade, magic crystal ore, bloodjade branch, and other rare substances.
Under the furnace's terrifying heat, they gradually melted into a pool of radiant liquid.
A faint golden glow emerged from Futsu Mitama's body. Geo power gathered in his palm and enveloped the molten mass. Carefully, steadily, he began removing impurities, ensuring nothing would compromise the final product.
Raiden Ei gave a slight nod. His control over Geo was precise. Yet when she remembered that this power came from Morax, her expression grew faintly complicated.
Unlike Zhongli, who could purify such materials in moments, Futsu Mitama proceeded cautiously. This weapon would accompany him for life. He could afford no carelessness.
Three hours passed before he finally expelled the last impurity.
He exhaled.
Lightning flickered in his eyes.
Outside, thunderclouds gathered. Violet light flashed within them.
This time, he invoked his Archon War Authority—not upon Musou Isshin, but upon himself.
The authority surged forth, shaping the molten liquid by force.
Raiden Ei's gaze sharpened. Beyond the Archon War Authority, she sensed another force intertwined with it—spiritual power.
This was the method he had obtained from the Chat Group: forging through one's own spirit.
Through that power, he could perceive every fluctuation within the weapon—its stability, its flaws, its resonance. It allowed him to integrate elemental energy seamlessly, avoiding dissipation or catastrophic backlash.
Minute by minute, the blade took shape.
Raiden Ei drew Musou Isshin and held it beside the forming weapon.
It was a tachi.
Six or seven parts in ten resembled Musou Isshin. Clearly, this was the form he desired.
"That is acceptable," she murmured. At least it was not a spear—or a harp.
Then her eyes flashed.
A bolt of lightning descended from the heavens, piercing Tenshukaku.
Throughout Inazuma City, witnesses fell to their knees in awe, believing it to be a divine omen.
In truth, the lightning passed through the structure and struck the forming tachi.
It condensed into the Mitsudomoe symbol and engraved itself upon the blade.
Futsu Mitama stared. "Raiden Shogun-sama?"
She had sealed part of her Archon Authority within it.
Now, even without actively invoking his own authority, he could summon countless lightning strikes through this weapon alone.
"You are the Eternal Guardian," Raiden Ei said evenly. "It is only right that I grant you some authority."
He felt something tighten in his chest. Objectively speaking, she had given him the most.
Zhongli had drawn him into the Chat Group. Venti had given him the Anemo Gnosis and authority to resolve Mondstadt's crisis.
But Raiden Ei had guided him personally—trained him, armed him, even ventured into the Abyss for him. And now, though she claimed she would not interfere, she had still lent her authority to his blade.
He had yet to repay her in any meaningful way.
Raiden Ei continued, "Morax and Barbatos have given you their gifts. Aside from martial skill, I have little else. Even the authority you gained was through Miko."
"My expectations for you will not be lesser than theirs. If this blade does not become your companion weapon, I will reclaim the authority within it. Continue. I will not interfere further."
She fell silent.
Now came the final step.
The concept of companion weapons had originated with a demon god long ago. Demon gods possessed innate weapons born of their authority. Humans did not.
Thus, the foundation of a companion weapon was simple: Oneself.
The weapon's growth depended entirely on its master.
Futsu Mitama raised his hand. With a flash of lightning, he cut his palm. Blood flowed freely, pouring over the newly formed tachi. This was the final trial—recognition.
Through blood, a bond would be forged, linking weapon and master beyond sight. Though his blood loss was significant, his expression did not change. His enhanced physique rendered it negligible.
What concerned him was time.
Some formed the bond in minutes. Others took years. Most required hours.
Under the watchful eyes of both Futsu Mitama and Raiden Ei—
Less than ten seconds passed.
The blade absorbed his blood completely. With a soft hiss of lightning, it shot into the air and began circling him, humming with life, as though it possessed its own spirit.
"So fast." Raiden Ei couldn't help but exclaim when she saw this.
Futsu Mitama had set a new low for companion weapons; it only took seven seconds for the companion weapon to recognize him as its master and establish a connection.
On the top floor of the Tenshukaku, Futsu Mitama watched the tachi circle him, a flicker of surprise flashing across his eyes. Even he hadn't expected his blood to merge with the blade so quickly, forging a connection almost instantly.
At that moment, he could clearly feel the subtle link between himself and the weapon. With a single thought, he could command its movements at will.
He extended his hand. The tachi flew into his grasp.
The instant his fingers closed around the hilt, the power within him surged uncontrollably into the blade. It flowed like a tide, pouring forth without restraint. Before long, the tachi grew sharper, sturdier—its very presence more imposing. The triple tomoe Electro emblem engraved by Raiden Ei began to flicker faintly.
Gradually, the surge of power subsided.
Now the blade shimmered with a distinct radiance. Purple lightning danced along its edge, crackling at the tip. It exuded an unmistakable majesty.
The majesty of a god. To behold this sword was to behold Narukami herself.
Earlier, Raiden Ei had infused it with her authority. That was what created this effect.
Once Inazuma stabilized, if Futsu Mitama merely drew this blade, everyone would know he was a retainer of the Raiden Shogun. And if he traveled beyond Inazuma and entered battle elsewhere, no matter the opponent, they would understand exactly whose side he stood on.
Was this Ei's possessiveness?
The thought surfaced briefly before he pushed it aside, focusing instead on the tachi that would accompany him from this day forward.
"What a peculiar feeling—"
He lowered his gaze to the blade, a strange light gleaming in his eyes. This was different from holding the Musou Isshin. The moment he gripped the tachi, a phrase erupted in his mind—
I want to fight ten of Harbinger!
Yes. That was the sensation. An overwhelming confidence, as though the world itself could be split with a single stroke.
Just as Raiden Ei and Zhongli had said, forging a companion weapon brought a tangible surge in strength.
"Not bad." Raiden Ei nodded faintly. "After forging a companion weapon, your aura has indeed improved."
She regarded him calmly. "Would you like the Raiden Shogun to spar with you?"
A brief pause.
"Or would you prefer that I guide you personally?"
She was a warrior at heart. After spending so long in the Plane of Euthymia—aside from that single incident in the Abyss—she had not fought properly in a very, very long time.
Looking at Futsu Mitama now, she felt a subtle anticipation.
Of course, she did not say it outright.
"I'll choose you…Raiden Sho—."
He paused.
"Ah. No. Ei."
He still had matters to discuss with her. Naturally, he would not choose Shogun.
"Very well." A faint smile touched her lips, as though pleased by his decision. "And you need not call me 'Shogun.' Call me Ei, as Yae Miko does."
Seeing her smile like that made Futsu Mitama's conscience ache even more sharply.
He silently opened the Chat Group.
[Futsu Mitama: @Raiden Makoto, should I tell Ei the truth? My conscience is being tormented!]
[Azhdaha: What happened?]
[Venti: Quick, tell us! And pull Beelzebul into the Chat Group.]
[Guizhong: If you want to resolve things quickly, that might avoid war.]
[Raiden Makoto: No!!!!]
[Raiden Makoto: The arrow is already on the string—it must be released. But you can ask Ei what she thinks about the Resistance. And about the Tenryou Commission. See whether she knows anything.]
[Yae Miko: I'm curious too. Does Narukami, secluded in the Plane of Euthymia, concern herself with Inazuman politics? I'm swamped right now!!!! When will that jellyfish strategist wake up?!]
[Kuki Shinobu: Jelly… jellyfish???]
[Aila: You mean Kokomi? That's quite the nickname.]
[Albedo: Sangonomiya Kokomi has indeed been asleep for an unusually long time. Have you not searched for her?]
[Yae Miko: She's hiding somewhere near Watatsumi Island to sleep. I could find her if I tried. But Resistance affairs are too busy. I can only bring it up here.]
[Zhongli: No matter how exhausted one may be, a day and night of rest should suffice. If she still hasn't awakened, that is abnormal.]
[Shenhe: Transformation is not impossible. Even a slime grows. A Geovishap Hatchling may, over time, become a Geovishap—and with opportunity, even a Primo Geovishap. Could she be in a similar state?]
[Futsu Mitama: Hasn't the topic drifted? I was asking about Ei.]
—
As expected, the discussion veered off course. It always did.
Even Raiden Makoto had become curious about Kokomi's condition.
Still, Makoto and Yae Miko had advised him to ask Ei directly about Inazuma's situation.
Futsu Mitama opened his mouth to speak—
"Zzzzzzzz—!"
Purple lightning burst outward from Raiden Ei.
In an instant, he was pulled into the Plane of Euthymia. She brought him into her inner realm.
Noticing he had been about to speak, she asked calmly, "What did you wish to say?"
"Ei…" he corrected himself. "Regarding Inazuma's current state—what are your thoughts?"
"My thoughts?"
She seemed mildly puzzled.
"Maintaining the status quo is sufficient. I am quite satisfied with Inazuma as it is. The Sakoku Decree prevents excessive obsession with the outside world. The Vision Hunt Decree restrains those who misuse their Visions."
To her, everything was proceeding normally. Nothing was amiss. Inazuma was moving steadily toward eternity.
"If this continues," she said softly, "I will be content."
"But…" Futsu Mitama chose his words carefully. "The Tenryou Commission is facing severe criticism within Inazuma City. Are you aware?"
The recent uproar was no small matter. Even members of Kujou Sara's elite squad had defected to the Resistance in anger.
"This?" Ei nodded faintly. "You mean the Resistance? I understand their actions. Not everyone agrees with eternity."
She remained composed.
"I believe the Tenryou Commission will handle it appropriately."
Futsu Mitama blinked.
Something felt off, though he could not pinpoint what.
She knew of the Resistance.
She knew of the unrest.
And yet, to her, it was insignificant.
"The situation has not reached the point that requires my intervention," she continued.
"This too is part of eternity. If it escalates beyond control, Shogun will act in my stead."
As she spoke, Engulfing Lightning appeared in her hand.
A spark of eagerness flickered in her eyes.
Clearly, she was far more interested in testing his strength than discussing politics.
"I see~"
Futsu Mitama exhaled quietly.
Now he understood what Makoto and Yae Miko had meant.
Ei did see. But she did not act. And perhaps…she would not, until consequences forced her hand.
However, Futsu Mitama did not wish to discuss the matter for the time being. Having just forged his companion weapon, he was eager to test how much stronger he had become.
Lightning flickered within his eyes as he gripped the tachi in his hand. Violet arcs illuminated the blade, and a divine pressure began to spread outward. The Chakra Desiderata floated behind him, while streaks of lightning coiled and danced around his body.
"Not bad." Raiden Ei observed his aura and nodded with rare seriousness. "Indeed, after obtaining your companion weapon, your overall strength has risen another level."
"I look forward to your performance. And now, it is time for you to accept a brand-new power."
"Huh?" Futsu Mitama froze slightly at her words. A brand-new power? What new power? Had she not already given him everything? There should be nothing left… right?
Before he could ask—
In an instant, purple lightning flashed. Raiden Ei swung Engulfing Lightning toward him. The seemingly ordinary strike made his heart sink. He reacted immediately, raising his tachi to block.
"Clang—!!!"
The sharp collision rang out as their gazes locked. In the next second, both vanished from where they stood.
"Swish, swish, swish—!!!"
"Clang, clang, clang—!!!"
Within the Plane of Euthymia, their figures appeared and disappeared in rapid succession, blades colliding without pause. Violet lightning burst intermittently, lashing toward wherever the other reappeared.
Another great battle belonging to Futsu Mitama had begun. And once again, the invincible Futsu Mitama fell.
He was still too weak. Even with the blessing of his companion weapon, he remained no match for Raiden Ei—which was only natural. His advancement after forging it was merely a small step within the immortal realm; he had yet to reach the level of an Archon.
"Not bad."
Raiden Ei sheathed Engulfing Lightning with satisfaction. Looking at him, she spoke with evident approval.
"With a weapon that truly belongs to you, your strength has improved considerably. Moreover, your combat style has shifted from short bursts to sustained engagement. That is a good change. Most battles are prolonged. Without sufficient stamina, defeat is inevitable."
Futsu Mitama nodded slightly.
Although his physique had reached the [Non-human] tier through the Chat Group's enhancement, he had still exhausted himself when fighting an opponent above his level. Had Shenhe not supported him then, he might have been eliminated.
Now, with a true weapon in hand, he no longer needed to expend energy to condense Musou Isshin, nor to reinforce it with Electro Archon Authority to prevent it from shattering under overwhelming force.
In the past, Musou Isshin had been convenient. But as the opponents he faced grew stronger, it gradually became a burden.
Aila understood this well. She had once relied heavily on elementalized weapons herself, only to abandon them decisively after recognizing their drawbacks.
Originally, Futsu Mitama had planned to forge a weapon from top-tier materials. But after learning of companion weapons from Raiden Ei, he chose this path instead.
The results spoke for themselves. While Raiden Ei might not excel at governance, she undeniably understood how to make someone stronger.
"Oh, right." After offering her guidance, Raiden Ei asked, "What do you intend to name this companion weapon?"
She was curious about the name he would give to a blade destined to accompany him for life.
"That…" He scratched his head. "I've already decided."
From the beginning, he had considered the name carefully. After all, it was an Electro-type tachi; there were only so many fitting options. Naming was not his strength, so he borrowed a pleasing name from a work in his previous life.
"Oh?" Raiden Ei raised a brow. "What is it called?"
He tightened his grip, gazing at the violet lightning coursing along the blade.
"It is called—Seven Thunder of Retribution: Narukami."
Raiden Ei blinked. "Seven Thunder of Retribution: Narukami, hm?"
She regarded him meaningfully. "A fine name. I like it."
Indeed, she did. In a sense, was it not implying that Narukami had witnessed the birth of this blade? Though not vain by nature, she could not deny the quiet satisfaction it brought her.
"As long as you like it, Ei." He smiled.
Then he seemed to recall something. "Before the battle, you mentioned teaching me a brand-new power. What kind of power is it? And how do I learn it?"
He would not overlook any path to greater strength. The Anemo Gnosis within him was a dangerous burden. A Fatui Harbinger could strike at any moment. If he were to face Scaramouche again, he doubted he could avoid revealing that trump card.
Raiden Ei smiled faintly at his impatience.
"Do you know of the Omnipresent God's Wheel?"
He paused, then nodded. "Yes. Yae Miko once told me about it. It is a technique that condenses the Devotion of all living beings."
"Correct." She inclined her head. "Though Miko is often unserious, she is knowledgeable in such matters."
"The Omnipresent God's Wheel is born from Devotion. Its foundation is the wishes of all living beings. As long as there are people, there will be wishes. As one of the Seven Archons, I bear those wishes."
"In that sense, it is a benefit of governance."
Her tone was calm and factual.
Futsu Mitama understood this well. Faith empowered the Archons. Whether Raiden Ei or the Raiden Shogun, both could wield the Omnipresent God's Wheel. That meant they could draw upon the faith of Inazuma's people.
Which led to a pressing question.
"Then how can I use this power?"
He had studied Devotion before. But without possessing it, how could he wield it?
Raiden Ei regarded him steadily.
"I will grant you Devotion to use. But it may hurt."
"You must endure it. As for how to wield it, that will depend on your comprehension. Its application is similar to the Chakra Desiderata—indeed, it is an extension of it."
She raised her hand. Golden light rose from her body.
Behind her, the Omnipresent God's Wheel manifested.
In the next instant, golden radiance poured into Futsu Mitama.
The sensation struck at once—familiar, overwhelming. As the light entered his body, countless voices echoed within his mind.
"Shogun-sama, please bless my mother's recovery."
"Shogun-sama, may my business prosper."
"I sail today—please let me return safely."
"I've become a father! Thank you, Shogun-sama!"
"I've become a mother—please protect my child."
"I am old and nearing the end. May Inazuma's future be brighter."
"I stand with the Resistance, yet my heart remains in Inazuma City. Shogun-sama, forgive me."
"For Raiden Shogun!"
"Eternal glory—Narukami's eternity!"
The voices overlapped in endless repetition. His brows furrowed as the cacophony intensified. Dozens spoke at once, without pause—an unrelenting tide of devotion.
"Do you feel it?"
Raiden Ei watched him calmly as he struggled beneath the weight of countless prayers.
She said calmly, "This is the voice of all living beings. Most people would show a pained expression after hearing even a fragment of it."
A faint trace of amusement surfaced in her eyes.
"In fact, even Guuji was no different. The first time she mischievously tried to receive Makoto's devotion—back when she hadn't even taken human form—she ended up rolling on the ground."
Ei's smile deepened slightly.
"She kept shouting, 'Stop chanting, stop chanting! If you keep going, my head's going to split open!'"
At that, Raiden Ei allowed herself a soft smile. Clearly, the memories of those days had lightened her mood considerably.
"I see."
Futsu Mitama smiled as well. Without another word, he opened the Chat Group, more than happy to share this delightful piece of history.
Noticing that Ei was still immersed in her reminiscence, he pressed further.
"Is there more? I really enjoy hearing about Guuji's past."
He leaned forward slightly, unable to hide his anticipation.
"Come on, Ei—tell me a few more."
"That won't be a problem," Ei replied without hesitation.
If someone was willing to listen, she could speak of the past for three days and three nights without pause.
And Futsu Mitama was the Eternal Guardian. It was only right that he learn how prosperous and vibrant Inazuma once had been.
"It's just—" Raiden Ei looked at Futsu Mitama, her expression turning serious. "You must first integrate Devotion into your body and make it your own."
"Devotion is not easily controlled. And as time passes, it will slowly dissipate. So you must master it as quickly as possible."
Futsu Mitama did not hesitate. He immediately closed his eyes and began sensing the Devotion within him.
Time slipped by, minute after minute. After an unknown interval, the murmuring voices in his ears gradually faded.
A trace of disappointment flashed across his face.
He had failed.
From the moment the power entered his body, he had tried to grasp it. Yet no matter how hard he reached, he could never seize it—only watch it slip through his fingers like mist.
It was…strange.
Since awakening to elemental power, he had been able to control nearly every element with near-perfect precision. Even Archon Authorities were no exception.
When Venti first granted him the Anemo Authority, he had wielded both Anemo and Electro Authorities simultaneously, fusing them into Musou no Hitotachi. The resulting strike had been powerful enough that even Raiden Ei acknowledged it—though she ultimately neutralized it with ease.
But she had taken it seriously.
And that alone proved how terrifying the fusion of two Authorities could be.
Yet now, faced with Devotion, he was helpless.
Raiden Ei noticed the disappointment in his expression.
"It didn't work?" she asked calmly.
"I've disappointed you, Ei." He sighed faintly. "If I can't do it, then I can't. I tried."
Elemental power could be seen and touched.
Devotion could be seen and heard—but never grasped.
It was intangible in a way elemental power never was.
"No," Ei shook her head. "That is not a failure. Theoretically speaking, Devotion is not something you should be capable of possessing at this stage."
"Since the Archon War began, Devotion has been a power exclusive to Archons. Most Archons cherished their people deeply—"
Her gaze lowered slightly.
"But there were some who deliberately gathered and nurtured people for the sole purpose of harvesting this power."
Futsu Mitama stroked his chin, surprised—but not entirely shocked.
Not every Archon was like Raiden Ei or Zhongli, unparalleled in combat. Guizhong herself had not been particularly strong in battle. And the God of Salt had fallen to her own followers.
"So you need not burden yourself," Ei continued.
She extended her hand. Golden light emerged from her once more and flowed into Futsu Mitama's body.
"Even Yae Miko was able to master this power eventually. You will as well. It is only a matter of time. She spent over half a year."
Futsu Mitama's mouth twitched.
Half a year?
That sly fox, who avoided direct combat at every opportunity, had needed over six months?
That was…deeply concerning.
"I'll do my best," he said with a helpless smile, once more immersing himself in the attempt.
Because judging from Ei's demeanor, if he failed to master The Omnipresent God, she might very well keep him inside the Plane of Euthymia indefinitely.
That would be disastrous.
—
After three more failures, Futsu Mitama finally gained a vague understanding of Devotion. To fully grasp it would take time—more than he currently had.
What troubled him more was Ei's attitude. She was teaching him wholeheartedly. Yet she herself had said that when she first acquired Devotion, she had wielded it as effortlessly as moving her arm.
The same was true for Raiden Makoto. For them, no learning had been required. Thus, she had little practical guidance to offer him.
After a moment of hesitation, Futsu Mitama asked carefully,
"Ei… do you want me to master Devotion itself, or merely to learn how to use The Omnipresent God?"
"Mm." She nodded. "You have already forged your companion weapon—Narukami. Now you need only focus on mastering Devotion. Once you succeed, you may walk freely across Inazuma. In the name of the Eternal Guardian, you must frequently appear before the people to gather Devotion."
"Just as Yae Miko does."
Her tone remained calm, though a faint trace of disappointment surfaced.
"She is talented. If she possessed greater ambition, she would not have been surpassed by you."
In just five hundred years, Yae Miko had reached remarkable heights for a kitsune.
Ei had taught her without reservation. But Miko had chosen a different path—refining cunning and escape rather than direct combat. Had she devoted herself to strength, her achievements would not have fallen short of Kitsune Saiguu.
Futsu Mitama did not feel pride. He might surpass Yae Miko in battle, but in many other aspects, he could not compare. In knowledge and versatility, she ranked just below Albedo in the Chat Group.
Zhongli first.
Albedo second.
Yae Miko third.
Even in third place, her insight was extraordinary. She simply chose not to exert herself unless necessary.
But that was not the pressing issue.
From Ei's tone, Futsu Mitama understood: She intended to keep him here until he mastered Devotion.
She wanted him to gain fame, gather the faith of the people, and grow stronger. And she believed he had no urgent matters outside.
That was the problem.
He absolutely did.
The Resistance.
Scaramouche.
He needed to act.
But saying so would only make Ei tighten her hold.
So when she infused him with Devotion once more, Futsu Mitama silently opened the Chat Group.
—
[Futsu Mitama: @Yae Miko, wise and beautiful Guuji, please help me!]
[Yae Miko: Hehehe~ Little one, what did you learn from Ei this time? Care to share?]
[Raiden Makoto: He said "help me." What happened?]
[Shenhe: Did Scaramouche enter Inazuma City?]
[Kuki Shinobu: Impossible. Unless he has a death wish.]
[Kamisato Ayaka: The Shogun is there. He would not dare.]
[Albedo: Something serious must have occurred. Otherwise, he would not use honorifics.]
[Zhongli: Indeed.]
[Keqing: This may be the first time he has addressed Yae Miko so politely.]
[Guizhong: A rare sight.]
[Venti: Heee This should be interesting]
[Futsu Mitama: Don't gloat. I truly have a problem.]
[Yae Miko: Speak. I am in a terrible mood, so I may or may not help you.]
[Futsu Mitama: I'm trapped in the Plane of Euthymia. I can't leave. Either Shenhe fights Scaramouche, or you do.]
[Yae Miko: Explain in detail. I will try to help you escape.]
[Raiden Makoto: Did Ei discover your betrayal?]
[Kuki Shinobu: More likely she wants him to learn something.]
[Futsu Mitama: Correct. Ei wants me to master The Omnipresent God. It requires Devotion. She keeps giving it to me. But this power is different from elemental energy. I can't grasp it. If I fail, she won't let me leave. Is there a shortcut?]
[Venti: That is faith. Humans cannot wield it easily.]
[Guizhong: For Archons, it is natural. For mortals…nearly impossible.]
[Albedo: I understand how to use it instinctively. I cannot advise you.]
[Yae Miko: It seems the Guuji must step in. Devotion can be seen and heard—but never touched. It is like a mirage. If you wish to wield it, you must resonate with it first. As for how? I realized it one day…and it became natural.]
[Venti: Precisely.]
[Raiden Makoto: Yes. As Archons, our hearts are with our people. Their hearts answer in return. That resonance allows us to wield it effortlessly.]
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