After sharing her thoughts, Keqing immediately withdrew from the current realm.
For a young adventurer like Lefiya, it might have been hard to understand why she suddenly spoke so formally, keeping such a natural distance.
But Finn, Livelyria, and Gareth could understand perfectly.
Even as Ais displayed an extremely conflicted expression, they simply turned their heads toward Lumine.
As expected…
"Ais, Miss Keqing just sent me a message. She wants you to at least make a promise before she'll consider continuing your battle training."
Lumine casually blinked at the three giving a look that said Don't worry, I've got this, then turned to speak directly with Ais.
Once Ais's attention was caught…
"You must break your habit of acting recklessly from time to time."
Ais fell silent.
Lumine didn't wait for a response and continued: "The reality is, Miss Keqing isn't a member of the Loki family. If she were to agree to your request casually and you suffered irreparable harm, her position would become extremely awkward."
"Of course, the same applies to me. After all, I'm the one who brought Miss Keqing here and introduced her to you."
Hearing this, Ais's eyes widened in surprise, and she immediately apologized, "I'm sorry… I didn't consider that."
Standing nearby, Lefiya and the others nodded knowingly.
Lumine simply said, "It's okay if you didn't think about it before. Now you know, that's enough."
She smiled gently. "Also… Ais, I don't know why you're always in such a rush to get stronger, but constantly forcing yourself to the limit isn't the most efficient way."
"Too rigid, and you'll break…" This was something Renjiro had told her, a lesson from his homeland.
"As your friend, I won't force you to follow my advice, but you should at least try adjusting your approach a little. Small tweaks to your habits can make a big difference."
"After all, the environment around you is not static. Those who refuse to adapt will inevitably fall behind."
At this, Ais nodded slightly, showing she had taken the words to heart.
Seeing this…
"All right, rest well today."
Lumine's smile returned. "And… don't forget to update your [Ability Values] tonight~"
"You might just get an unexpected surprise."
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The journey home was simple and uneventful.
That night, Lumine planned to invite Mona to the Hostess of Fertility, so…
"As a top-tier astrologist, I am not tempted by material desires," she said,
"But if it's to help a friend, and it's your request, I suppose I can reluctantly agree."
After the simulated battle, the "Mass Teleport" activated, and everyone naturally returned to their respective homes.
Renjiro, after saying farewell to those he had just met, was teleported back to the Maria Orphanage on Daedalus Street.
The moment he appeared…
"Ah! A ghost!"
Rye took a step back and let out a shriek.
And, as expected…
"The ghost is coming to get us~"
"Ha ha ha~"
Renjiro pounced theatrically, claws bared. His exaggerated antics instantly threw the orphanage into chaos.
Not just Rye, even Fina and the other children joined in the fun.
As for little Rou…
"Ah, caught!"
A monotone voice rang out as the half-elf child was lifted high by Renjiro, providing a comically dull notification.
Meanwhile, life in the residence remained calm and relaxed as usual.
Until late at night…
"Decided?"
"Yes."
In Renjiro's room, Syr returned from her work, sitting behind him.
"Let's level up."
"Okay."
As the goddess's blood dripped, a glowing sphere appeared like a personal information panel.
"Which new [Development Ability] will you (the main body) choose?"
Hearing this…
"What options are there?"
Renjiro was about to ask, then paused.
First, he summoned Paimon, hidden nearby, to ensure no one could overhear, then continued:
"I called both Aether and Lumine."
"The three of us—together—for this upgrade."
Renjiro's level increased from Lv.2 to Lv.3. What benefits did this bring?
First, the most direct change: the number of Genshin he could manifest simultaneously jumped from 26 to 37.
Of these, 30 slots were provided by the "Ten Rings of the Human King", and seven slots by the Genshin Descent magic itself.
Additionally, the level cap of all manifested Genshin—including the Twin Stars—rose to Lv.50.
Weapons also followed suit.
Moreover…
Aether and Lumine awakened Electro elemental power.
Paimon could set a fourth Teleport Anchor.
In the virtual battlefield generated by the Abyssal Lunar Domain, he could now farm 2★ artifacts.
Thanks to the Blessing of the Welkin Moon, Renjiro could now perform four pulls per day, guaranteeing at least one 5★ artifact within 23 days.
With Renjiro leveling up, Aether and Lumine's [Basic Abilities] received an "EX"-level Transcender evaluation.
Even without Skills or Magic bonuses, the Twin Stars' base combat strength now matched a high-value Lv.6.
Adding Elemental Sight, Genshin weapons, talents, and artifacts, plus the newly awakened Electro power, Lumine could finally try high-frequency rapid attacks like Keqing's.
However…
"I wonder how Aether and Lumine's Constellations can improve."
Other Genshin could upgrade theirs via pulls, but the twins' manifestation wasn't tied to Genshin Descent magic.
Currently, Renjiro could only guess that this might relate to their Transcender rating.
Paimon? Sorry, she didn't know either.
Finally, the last upgrade from Renjiro's Lv.3 increase…
Three of a kind: Main body + Twins = Three new [Development Abilities]:
Renjiro — Revelation
Aether — Domination
Lumine — Corrosion
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