Focalors' novel was truly explosive. Even Yae Miko, a widely experienced fox spirit, found herself momentarily stunned, her vision darkening as if struck by a sudden blow.
Yae Miko's mind reeled. She'd long heard of Fontaine's Unofficial History's reputation, but never imagined it would live up to its notoriety. Even when chronicling Inazuma's unofficial history, the author's opening remained just as sensational.
Yet this raised new questions for Yae Miko. How exactly did the author of these unofficial histories discover the Raiden Shogun's true identity as one of the twin Gods? The text's detailed account of events from five hundred years ago suggested the author possessed startlingly deep knowledge!
Her gaze fell upon the Traveler before her, whose eyes sparkled with barely concealed amusement. The Guuji Yae's enchanting, alluring purple eyes narrowed into a sly, crescent curve, radiating unmistakable mischief.
Lumine instinctively tensed, sensing the fox spirit's playful intent—the unmistakable prelude to being toyed with by a cunning trickster.
"Little one~ don't be so tense."
Lumine heard the words, but her heart filled with caution. It was impossible for her not to feel nervous!
She recalled how many times that wicked woman Yae Miko had tricked her back in Inazuma.
After spending so much time in Fontaine, where Themis had assisted her and practically provided financial aid throughout her journey, Yae Miko's face now seemed even more dangerous - and this danger kept escalating by the minute.
In Lumine's heart, she had always held this belief: I love being around beautiful women, but I love Themis even more for her willingness to shower me with Mora at the slightest provocation!
Come on, this was Themis we're talking about! She gave out Primogems and Mora. What Traveler could possibly dislike her?!
She wanted to throw herself at Themis' legs, cling to them desperately, start licking them, and finally recite a whole series of Bible verses - that's what standard practice demanded!
"I just want you to help me with a small favor."
"Small favor?" Lumine echoed.
Yae Miko nodded. "I'd like you to ask that author if she could come to Inazuma soon. I really want to discuss things with her face-to-face~"
Like how to change the plot, or perhaps write a book where she and Ei were the main characters!
Unofficial History was great, but if possible, she'd rather meet the author face-to-face to explain her needs in detail.
Please write an epic and moving love story about the Raiden Shogun and her fox shrine maiden that becomes a household name!
Lumine, still bewildered, dragged Paimon—who was still eating her mochi—away.
How strange. Why did Yae Miko adjust her attitude so quickly and grow even more eager?
No way, no way, no way!
To think she could endure this and actually get the author to write an Unofficial History and publish it!
Lumine really wanted to know if Raiden Ei was aware of this situation.
What if only Raiden Ei was kept in the dark? Then...
"Uh... wait? Why would that matter to me?!"
Lumine suddenly shifted gears, now itching to watch the drama unfold.
Ah, well, Yae Miko was Raiden Ei's last remaining friend anyway.
Even if Ei got angry, at worst she'd just sulk for a while.
Besides, wasn't there a precedent for this?
Recalling the tale of the good-for-nothing general and the all-powerful Fox Miko, Lumine felt completely reassured.
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In distant Fontaine, Themis felt a chill run down her spine. She quickly embraced Furina and took two deep breaths.
Looking down at the blue-white kitten sitting on her lap, gazing up at her with bewildered eyes, Themis felt her heart skip a beat. Unable to resist, she pressed Furina back onto the sofa. After finishing, Themis licked her fingers, now slightly dirty, and smiled at Furina who lay on the sofa, her face flushed and breathing heavily.
Just moments ago, Furina had been reading Focalors' unofficial history when Themis suddenly pinned her to the sofa for a vigorous session. Her mind was still in a daze, and by the time she came to her senses, Themis had already finished completely.
As Themis cradled her in her warm, fragrant embrace, Furina leaned against her chest, her face burning with embarrassment as she tried to regulate her breathing.
Wearing only short shorts that revealed her pale, round, and supple legs, Furina felt Themis' restless hands gently caressing her skin. The light pressure of her cool fingers, accompanied by occasional tickles from her nails, made Furina shiver. She squirmed on Themis' lap, shifting positions and constantly moving her legs to evade the persistent touch.
But how could it end here? This was far too premature.
What Themis wanted, she would definitely achieve!
Her fingers spread open, grasping Furina's slender wrist as she positioned Furina to straddle her legs face-to-face.
"Themis!" Furina's ears flushed crimson as she hastily captured the hand Themis had placed on her soft belly.
"Don't move around anymore."
"But... Furina, I want to keep touching you~" Themis murmured against Furina's ear, her chin resting on Furina's shoulder.
Her fingers lingered, kneading the supple flesh at Furina's waist. As expected, Furina's body trembled with heightened sensitivity.
It was utterly delightful.
This adorable blue-white kitten had been born to be teased until her delicate mind shattered from embarrassment.
"Hey, you two..."
Focalors watched with a conflicted expression as Themis clung to Furina, who squirmed in embarrassed resistance. "Could you at least pretend I'm still here?"
She hadn't meant for them to avoid her entirely. Focalors truly wished they'd include her in their affectionate tussle!
Though Themis had previously pinned Focalors to the bed until she collapsed from exhaustion,
Focalors clearly had no concept of restraint.
Ha! I'm the Hydro Archon! Even without my divine status and powers, this body gifted by Themis, along with its inherent strength, makes me just as formidable as before!
Since I can recover fully after a good sleep, why would I ever exercise restraint? What's there to restrain anyway?!
Awakened refreshed and invigorated, Focalors would inevitably return to the battlefield.
Yet at these moments, the smug and excited Focalors would invariably find herself pinned to the bed by Themis' counterattacks. The Hydro Archon's full-on Pyro assault would briefly make Focalors regret her actions.
Any Focalors who dared repeat this behavior days later would truly be beyond redemption.
You're right, but I still dare!
Take this moment, for example. Focalors casually wrapped her arms around Furina's waist. As Furina instinctively straightened in confusion, a cool, soft pressure brushed against her back.
Focalors and Themis began exchanging kisses by Furina's ear, leaving the poor girl so mortified she nearly fled on the spot.
After the kiss, Focalors didn't forget to tease Furina. She bit her cheek, then began pinching and poking at her belly.
"Ugh—!"
A startled gasp escaped Furina's throat, but Themis' kiss quickly muffled it.
Focalors covered her mouth with a hand, stifling her laughter, but her fingers kept wandering across Furina's belly and legs.
This was, after all, the most perfect human in her eyes—the ideal version of herself.
She poked here, pinched there, and when Furina's eyes grew unfocused from the kisses, she seized the chance to plant two more kisses on her flushed cheeks.
Themis watched Focalors' antics without intervening. Furina's expression, like a cat being reluctantly petted, was simply too adorable.
The cat protested, fur bristling, while Themis soothed and Focalors teased. Furina, the cat, lay helplessly sprawled across Themis, letting Focalors handle her however she pleased.
Biting Furina's ear, Themis reached out with her index finger and playfully poked Focalors' forehead twice.
Focalors was thoroughly enjoying this cat-teasing game, completely absorbed in her feline obsession.
"Furina~ Come here, give me a kiss~"
Furina, held tightly in Focalors' embrace, was being smothered with kisses, nuzzles, and clinginess. Her eyes glazed over, her expression utterly resigned.
Though she desperately wanted to shout, "Stop it already!" Furina's feline moral standards proved too high. Moreover, since Focalors was essentially another version of herself, she simply couldn't bring herself to protest.
Besides, how could Furina refuse Focalors' affection when she clearly adored her? Being confined in that dark room had already been traumatic enough. Now Focalors was merely expressing her love - what harm could there possibly be? Furina could only endure this onslaught of Focalors' devotion.
But enduring the affection of two people at once? That proved too much for Furina!
When she found herself surrounded on the bed by Themis and Focalors, Furina felt like crying. This was excessive - these two were being completely unreasonable!
In matters of teasing and playing with Furina's affections, Focalors proved no less skilled than Themis.
"Hey, Focalors," Themis said, observing the other god sticking out her tongue with a playful "Ehe!" "Furina's unconscious now."
Her complex expression settled on Focalors, who was trying to bluff her way out of the situation. In the water goddess, Themis saw the fleeting illusion of a certain green bard.
Though to be fair, the other party was currently having quite the enjoyable time wandering around Fontaine with Zhongli, the Great Shield-bot of Liyue.
-
After giving Furina a night's rest, when she opened her eyes the next day, she found Focalors in bed with Themis, locked in the act.
Rubbing her soft waist, Furina let out a muffled groan. Just yesterday, they'd called her "little darling," and now they'd abandoned her.
"Awake, Furina?" Focalors turned at Themis' words, her gaze settling on Furina beside them.
The sight of Focalors' sultry, feline eyes made Furina blush furiously. Her limbs trembled with uncertainty, leaving her frozen in a cocoon of blankets.
"Hungry?"
"If you are, I'll prepare breakfast shortly."
A glistening finger pressed against Focalors' lips was met with a slow, deliberate lick as Themis turned her head.
The two women exchanged wicked grins, watching Furina remain motionless under the covers like a startled quail.
After swiftly resolving their matters, Themis held Focalors in her arms as she panted. Once Focalors had regained her composure, Themis carried her to the bathroom for a bath.
Tucking Focalors back into Furina's tightly clutched blankets, Themis watched with amusement as Furina's startled reaction nearly caused her to tumble off the bed when enveloped by Focalors' embrace.
The interaction between the two Cats was utterly adorable - each one charming in its own right, but together they created more than double the cuteness!
After settling Furina back in place, Themis planted a comforting kiss on her cheek before leaving the bedroom fully dressed.
As she exited, Themis could still hear Furina's extremely shy, cat-like whimpers under Focalors' teasing.
Focalors had a knack for teasing others - at least, every time Themis received her teasing, it proved remarkably effective.
Is this the learning power of a young God? It's truly terrifying!
From Sedene, they retrieved the double portion of small cakes that should have been part of the prepared breakfast.
After cooking a heartwarming breakfast, Themis invited both Furina from the bedroom.
"Come, my two goddesses, please enjoy your meal~"
Furina immediately darted out, eager to escape the bedroom.
In the brief time it took to prepare breakfast, Focalors had already teased Furina to the point of near collapse, leaving her utterly bewildered.
Staying by Themis' side felt like the only safe option.
Hiding behind Themis, she clutched tightly at the goddess' hem.
When Focalors emerged from the bedroom, Furina instantly ducked behind Themis, silently willing herself invisible.
But how could Focalors possibly not see her?
With a flash, Focalors materialized behind Furina and wrapped her arms around the startled goddess.
Furina let out a shrill cry, struggling with tear-filled eyes.
Themis pressed a hand to her forehead in exasperation, smacking Focalors' head before scooping up the nearly-tearful Furina and retreating from that shameless woman.
Furina seemed to be showing signs of nervous exhaustion, along with some stress reactions.
When facing Focalors alone, she appeared more resigned to her fate, instinctively avoiding confrontation at every turn.
This led to Furina becoming even more clingy towards Themis.
She practically clung to Themis 24/7, using her as a shield against Focalors.
However, Focalors would inevitably track her down like a hound following the scent of blueberry-flavored candy.
Even with Themis present, Focalors' teasing would sometimes push Furina to the brink of fury.
This isn't right! Furina thought, bristling in anger. Focalors wasn't like this when we first met!
The simple-minded Cat had conveniently forgotten how their initial encounter had involved Furina stumbling upon a stack of unofficial histories written by Focalors herself.
Another bright day beckoned, perfect for a stroll.
If Furina didn't come out soon, Themis might start wondering if she was growing a blue-white mushroom cap.
"I'll never become a mushroom!" Furina retorted, cheeks puffed in indignation. "I still have half a dozen novels left to finish, and someone brings me cake and sweets every day. Why would I need to go outside?"
Furina's self-assured demeanor left Themis no room for argument.
But when Themis suggested going out together, Furina's expression turned exasperated. With a dramatic sigh, she grabbed Themis by the hand and dragged her outside in high spirits.
As for Focalors... she remained buried in her manuscript.
Their outing was short-lived. Barely minutes later, they encountered Zhongli and Venti at a cake shop, selecting pastries.
The four stood frozen in the shop, their eyes locked in awkward silence.
Zhongli and Venti clearly felt uneasy and tense. Compared to the reserved Themis, Furina's vivacity shone through. She'd recently heard from Neuvillette about the Liyue diplomatic envoy's arrival.
When Themis revealed their identities, Furina had been utterly shocked. The Anemo Archon and Geo Archon had come to Fontaine for some cultural exchange. Without Themis' presence, Furina might have been completely overwhelmed by the gaze of these two primordial deities.
These were the first-generation gods. One of them was Morax, whose martial prowess had spread throughout the seven kingdoms. The Gods who had fallen to his blade littered the lands of Liyue.
Furina, a delicate woman with no combat skills, truly couldn't muster the energy to confront these divine beings!
Standing beside Furina, Themis nodded amicably at the two gods in greeting.
Seeing Themis' friendly demeanor, Venti and Zhongli instinctively sighed in relief.
No fighting necessary - what a relief!
Not facing superior deities - even better!
"Oh~ I never imagined meeting the renowned Furina here! As the legends say, you're dazzling and truly the top star of Fontaine!"
"As Mondstadt's finest bard, might I someday perform on stage with the Hydro Archon herself?"
Venti's eyes brimmed with sincerity as he showered the Hydro Archon with effusive praise.
Having learned Venti's true identity, Furina felt no pride from the flattery - only mounting embarrassment.
Heavens, please stop! I can't take much more of this!
She'd long heard of the Anemo Archon Barbatos' reputation for carefree audacity. His current behavior came as no surprise.
What Furina never expected was that even Morax, the solemn God, would join in!
Compared to Venti's bold and direct compliments, Zhongli's praise seemed restrained and reserved, carrying an air of mystery that made it sound both profound and impressive.
Watching Furina's bewildered expression as she basked in the praise from two seasoned deities, Themis had to admit—she felt envious.
Her jealousy threatened to turn her into a sour lemon, her entire being radiating a vinegar-like aura.
Even when Themis herself praised Furina, the girl never wore such an expression.
Zhongli said, "I hear Inazuma wishes to engage in cultural exchanges with Fontaine. Might we accompany you on this venture?"
Venti chimed in, "Ah, what a coincidence! We have a friend in Inazuma who's been wanting to visit recently."
Themis knew exactly who they meant—their "friend" was Raiden Ei.
But Furina genuinely believed they were referring to an ordinary person.
She kept wondering who could possibly be friends with both Gods at once. Of course, the Traveler didn't count.
Under the authority of the Fontaine Hydro Archon, adding two more people to the travel roster posed no problem.
Thus, Furina immediately agreed on the spot.
After waving goodbye to Zhongli and Venti, Furina took Themis by the hand and skipped away.
Then Themis, who had been nursing a sour grape, grabbed her. With a swift movement, Furina found herself pressed against a corner, kissed until her eyes welled with tears.