High above the heavens, the power of a new god surged.
Countless flowing winds swirled, gathering around the birth of the new god.
For some unknown reason, the Statues of the Seven throughout Mondstadt suddenly began to distort.
Venti's likeness vanished from the statues, replaced by the image of a woman wearing a monstrous mask.
The other gods could also sense the birth of a new god.
At that moment, the gods of Teyvat's other nations turned their gazes toward Mondstadt.
"Ellin... you..."
Inside Tenshukaku, Ei opened her eyes where she sat cross-legged, resting.
She had sensed the birth of the new Anemo Archon, and the new god's aura matched Ellin's.
"This aura and these fluctuations carry sorrow and resolve. Perhaps she experienced something that caused her profound grief."
The Shogun's voice rang out in Ei's consciousness.
"May you be safe, Ellin."
Concern appeared on Ei's face. She was already prepared to rush to Mondstadt if necessary and lend her strength to her friend.
Liyue
Zhongli, who had been drinking tea with Azhdaha and Guizhong, set down his cup.
He looked toward Mondstadt and let out a long sigh...
"So it finally came to this..."
"I can feel your sorrow, my friend..."
"But whatever decision you have made, I hope you never forget your original purpose, and that your heart remains clear..."
Zhongli narrowed his eyes, his gaze sharp.
He believed in Ellin. Even with the decision she had made now, she would eventually find her way.
Mondstadt
Countless people raised their heads, gazing up at the new god high above.
No explanation was needed. An instinctive bond existed between a god and her people. They knew at a glance that she was their god!
Ellin had been born human, yet she had ascended to godhood in a