Night fell.
Countless stars filled the sky.
Ellin hovered high above, looking down at the nation beneath her feet.
Anyone who learned such a truth and discovered that such a heavy responsibility rested on their shoulders would inevitably have mixed feelings.
She chose to fly high into the sky and gaze down alone at the nation she protected, hoping to settle her emotions.
She remained suspended there for a very, very long time.
Honestly, given her personality, there was no way she could stand by and do nothing in a situation like this.
But shouldering such a tremendous responsibility at her age left her weary at times, even with her immense power.
This was her way of giving herself some quiet, a brief moment of peace.
She gazed at the scattered lights of the city below, at the people who knew nothing of the approaching calamity and still worked hard to live their lives amid laughter and joy.
High in the sky, she let out a long sigh. Then a gentle smile appeared on her face.
She loved this feeling. She loved seeing people lead happy lives. She loved this peace and harmony.
And she was willing to use her power to protect their happiness and peace.
She raised her head toward the night sky above.
She could now sense where Feng'er was.
After Feng'er had laid everything about herself open to Ellin, Ellin had become able to sense her location.
Ellin did not tell Feng'er her decision. There was no need. Their souls were connected, so even without hearing it from her lips, Feng'er could sense what she had decided.
She smiled and returned to Mondstadt.
After Feng'er had revealed everything, Ellin, as her master, had naturally also gained the authority of [Heavenly Principles].
Now, she could control every