When Seele mentioned automatons, Chen Lin's thoughts wandered back to the Overworld, where he had visited several factories specializing in automated robots. Pela had even introduced him to a few of the factory owners. However, at the time, Chen Lin had been preoccupied with hydroponic farm development and didn’t delve into the peculiar technological gap. All he knew was that, like most robot...
2025-01-01 00:21:03 +0000 UTC
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“Huff… huff… 1—2—keep pulling!”
On the barren underground plains, hundreds of able-bodied young men strained against ropes under the supervisor’s commands. The ropes were tied to massive metal trailers loaded with countless components and mechanical structures.
The newly paved dirt ground became pitted with tracks as the heavy trailers rolled across it. This wasn’t j...
2025-01-01 00:20:59 +0000 UTC
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The town of Axel—known as the starting point for novice adventurers.
Unlike the royal capital, where the Demon King’s army frequently attacked, Axel was surrounded by weak monsters that appeared infrequently. The peacefulness here was such that adventurers relying solely on hunting monsters for income risked starving.
Today, the adventurers’ guild was lively as always. Inside ...
2025-01-01 00:20:55 +0000 UTC
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"Today, why don’t you tell me about your world?"
Inside Alice’s room, the atmosphere was slightly different from usual. Typically, Nero would be the one regaling Alice with her stories, but today, Nero decided to switch things up.
As a side note, Nero’s unrestricted access to Alice’s room was a constant source of jealousy for Claire. Every time she saw Nero wal...
2025-01-01 00:20:52 +0000 UTC
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"Magic Sword Gram?"
Nero’s expression betrayed disbelief as she muttered, "The Sun Demon Sword Gram, wielded by Sigurd, the Warrior King of Norse mythology’s Völsunga Saga? The weapon symbolizing ‘Glory and Ruin,’ considered one of the prototypes of Siegfried’s Balmung and King Arthur’s Excalibur?"
"Uh… probably just the same name," Kyouya Mitsurugi replied, ...
2025-01-01 00:20:48 +0000 UTC
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"Hm! Then I suppose I’ll explore the royal capital a bit," Nero decided.
Though she had been in the royal capital for several days, she realized she hadn’t ventured much beyond the castle.
The only time she had stepped outside was on her first day, when she whisked Alice off to the battlefield against the Demon King’s army.
As Nero strolled through the city, she organize...
2025-01-01 00:20:45 +0000 UTC
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"Ugh—my head hurts so much..."
The early morning weather was splendid, the air fresh, the sunlight warm yet not overwhelming, and the clouds scattered just right.
On such a pleasant day, one’s mood would usually improve naturally.
However, Claire was in an awful state.
"I think I had a nightmare last night… There were so many roses, and then… and then... ugh!"
2025-01-01 00:20:41 +0000 UTC
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"Really? Don’t tell me we’re just waiting around here. And by the way, Ganyu-sis, how do you have free time today?"
Gu Sanqiu glanced skeptically at Ganyu—the ancient Qilin Adeptus, Yuehai Pavilion’s number one secretary, and in many ways Liyue’s de facto second-in-command. Someone usually so busy with work that splitting herself into clones seemed necessary was... waiting at th...
2025-01-01 00:20:37 +0000 UTC
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"How could I harm you? I’m your sister. If even I were to turn on you, who else in this world would treat you well?"
Ningguang reached out and patted Gu Sanqiu on the head. "This is an official document sent to the Jade Chamber, you know. You’d better pick it up. Otherwise, there might be consequences~."
"Hah? I could whip up a thousand official documents for you in no time. If ...
2025-01-01 00:20:33 +0000 UTC
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After finishing his midnight snack, Gu Sanqiu slipped out of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor like a thief. His sneaky behavior immediately raised Hu Tao’s suspicion that he might have pilfered something important.
"Lord Azhdaha’s place is out of the question," he muttered to himself. "At least one thing is certain—Zhongli must’ve left some kind of tracking mark on me. Otherwise, how ...
2025-01-01 00:20:30 +0000 UTC
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Zhongli gave Gu Sanqiu a long, measured look, suppressing the urge to reveal his true identity and administer a much-deserved lecture on the spot.
The Gu clan—truly the ultimate remedy for low blood pressure.
You little rascal, don’t think I don’t know what’s going on in that head of yours!
"Don’t touch it? Does that mean there’s a specific reason...
2025-01-01 00:20:26 +0000 UTC
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Given the nature of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor’s work, the staff didn’t adhere to the usual nine-to-five schedule. Instead, shifts were divided strictly into three parts: morning, afternoon, and night.
In short, the Funeral Parlor was always brightly lit. Even with only three people around, it never felt quiet or empty.
Hu Tao had her head down, voraciously devouring a bowl of...
2025-01-01 00:20:22 +0000 UTC
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Ren was still reeling from shock.
Did I hear that right?
A 5-star character’s talent? Seriously?
[Ding! Please do not doubt the system.]
[The system is always reliable.]
Ren took a deep breath to calm himself.
Back in his previous life, he’d been an experienced gacha gamer. It didn’t take long for him to spot the potentia...
2025-01-01 00:20:19 +0000 UTC
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"And what about the low-EQ version?"
Ren's expression turned serious as he replied:
"Guuji-sama told me that..."
"You’re the key to resolving the Yashiori Island curse."
"That’s why I won’t let you fall into anyone else’s hands."
Hearing his blunt words, Mei frowned slightly, her tone tinged with disdain.
"With your limited skills, it’s hard to tell...
2025-01-01 00:20:15 +0000 UTC
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Amidst the steep and rugged mountains, shadows darted through the terrain.
"Damn it! The intel was wrong!"
The man in the straw hat cursed as he fled, his voice laced with panic.
His mind replayed the terrifying scene atop the mountain.
A woman in a violet kimono, wielding lightning with an otherworldly grace, her gaze as cold as the storm itself.
She looked like a...
2025-01-01 00:20:12 +0000 UTC
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The atmosphere was so tense it felt suffocating.
"..."
This was a deadly question.
How should he respond?
Everyone's eyes turned to the silent young man.
Kujou Sara stood with arms crossed, her cold eyes narrowing.
Her gaze was icy as it fell on the equally silent Mei.
"Are you not going to answer?"
"..."
"In that case, take her—"
Ju...
2025-01-01 00:20:08 +0000 UTC
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"Kujou Sara?"
Ren's expression fell.
How could it be that troublesome woman?
In the Tenryou Commission, her name was as infamous as a thunderclap.
Anyone who heard it would tremble instinctively.
As the general of the Shogunate's forces, she acted with unyielding discipline.
Her training methods were swift and ruthless, showing no mercy.
W...
2025-01-01 00:20:05 +0000 UTC
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The sky was ablaze with fireworks, vibrant and lively.
Under the Sacred Sakura Tree, a fox-eared woman gazed lazily at the night sky.
“Oh my, this fireworks display is rather impressive,” Yae Miko remarked, a satisfied smirk playing at her lips.
A thought crossed her mind, and she chuckled softly, covering her mouth.
“I wonder if she’s enjoying herself.”
...
2025-01-01 00:20:01 +0000 UTC
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The road stretched down Mt. Yougou, leading to Ritou.
“You useless fools! Look at yourselves—pathetic!”
Shinsuke’s enraged voice echoed through the night.
Unfortunately, his authority carried no weight at the moment.
The only response was a series of weak groans.
The once-proud samurai of the Kanjou Commission now trudged along, injured and utterly dejected...
2025-01-01 00:19:58 +0000 UTC
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“What’s going on?”
Mei raised her face slowly, her expression calm and detached.
Still wearing that signature aloof demeanor.
“Mei, you’re interested in fireworks, aren’t you?”
“It's something for children. Boring.”
At her words, Ren gave her a peculiar look.
Then what’s that in your hand? A dessert?
“…”
Mei immediately h...
2025-01-01 00:19:54 +0000 UTC
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“Father,”
Chisato bowed slightly, speaking in a soft voice.
Although Ren was right next to her, she still felt…
“Hmph!”
Shinsuke’s face darkened, clearly ready to scold Chisato.
But when his eyes landed on Ren’s calm and friendly smile, he hesitated.
In the end, he let out a cold snort, choosing to remain silent.
This lunatic… Today...
2025-01-01 00:19:50 +0000 UTC
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"Anyone else?"
Silence filled the air; no one dared respond.
How could they? Everyone else was already on the ground.
Who knew if they were even alive or dead?
Mei stepped forward, her movements measured as she scanned the surroundings.
Dressed in a flowing violet outfit, her hair cascaded down in long strands, braided into a thick plait. Her demeanor was icy, her ...
2025-01-01 00:19:46 +0000 UTC
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Following her master on his adventures over the past two years, Theresa had encountered several deities.
There was the laid-back elder from Liyue who loved fishing with Luo Qing, the reclusive homebody who clung to him every night, and even the two rivals competing for the title of "harem leader."
Though these gods occasionally displayed their more eccentric sides—squabbling for a...
2025-01-01 00:19:43 +0000 UTC
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"Now that Lady Arlecchino has obtained what you wanted..."
Luo Qing took a sip of hot tea and spoke calmly, "As an exchange, shouldn't Lady Arlecchino also share some intelligence with me?"
"What do you want to know?"
Arlecchino lifted her head, lightly swinging her foot as she replied indifferently,
"If you're here to ask about the whereabouts of the Gnosis, all I can say ...
2025-01-01 00:19:39 +0000 UTC
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The samurai froze in place, intimidated by Ren’s sudden intervention.
Ren sneered and exerted force with a casual flick of his wrist.
Bang!
The samurai stumbled back several steps, nearly losing his balance and falling flat on his back.
“Is this all you’ve got?”
Ren didn’t bother to hide the contempt in his voice.
The samurai snapped out of...
2024-12-31 00:56:54 +0000 UTC
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“Lady Ayaka, Takahashi-kun just—”
Kamisato Ayaka gently shook her head, motioning for Yoimiya to calm down, even as her mind raced.
The Kanjou Commission knew a grand festival was being held here at Narukami Shrine.
And yet, they dared to show up so blatantly?
It was completely out of the ordinary.
What could possibly push them to act so aggressively...
2024-12-31 00:56:47 +0000 UTC
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Kamisato Ayaka glanced at Mei, deep in thought.
Though surprising, Mei’s demeanor did match Ren’s description—a rural girl whose lack of common sense could only be described as comical.
However...
Ayaka couldn’t fully read her.
Mei’s identity might not be as simple as it seemed.
“That’s completely wrong! You can’t just say things like that!”
2024-12-31 00:56:40 +0000 UTC
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“Lady Ayaka.”
Ren hurriedly stood up and approached her.
“We meet again. What a coincidence.”
Kamisato Ayaka’s gentle eyes sparkled as she nodded with a smile.
Her feelings grew more certain—perhaps Ren was her master.
“Yes, quite the coincidence...”
Noticing her inquisitive gaze, Ren felt a chill of unease.
Could it really be that coinc...
2024-12-31 00:56:36 +0000 UTC
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Run? Where to?
Ren wanted to get away, but it was impossible.
It felt as if he was facing a force of nature—true thunder.
How could a mere human possibly compare to lightning itself?
I’m screwed!
Just as Ren thought his fate was sealed, the blinding lightning stopped.
Mei grabbed him by the collar with one hand.
The next moment, an irresistible forc...
2024-12-31 00:56:31 +0000 UTC
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Ren felt his vision darken.
How can this country girl eat so much?!
That enormous bundle of desserts was equivalent to the meal orders for the entire Tenryou Commission!
“You’re going to pay, right?”
The vendor, sensing trouble, acted swiftly. He clung tightly to Ren’s leg, refusing to let go.
“Let go,” Ren said stiffly.
“No way!”
...
2024-12-31 00:56:24 +0000 UTC
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