Rudeus strolled slowly along Moonlight Lake, his steps seemingly leisurely, but his gaze remained firmly fixed on the Moon God Stone in the center of the lake, which shimmered with a crystalline silver light.
The more he observed, the harder it was to suppress his affection, and even the corners of his mouth unconsciously turned up slightly.
After a moment, he could no longer contain his joy and his body slowly floated up, flying towards the center of the lake.
He wanted to get a closer look at the legendary Moon God Stone.
However, while admiring him from afar, no one noticed anything amiss, but as Rudeus drew closer, his brows gradually furrowed.
This Moon God Stone... is still continuously absorbing the surrounding free magic and purifying it.
Upon discovering this, Rudeus immediately focused his mind, completely covering the entire Moon God Stone with his Perception, carefully capturing every subtle change within it.
After a moment, he silently calculated it in his mind.
"Currently, it's only of Emperor Rank quality..."
"However, if it continues to develop at the current rate, it will take about two hundred years for it to complete its transformation and truly become the legendary Moon God Stone."
By the lake, Magia gazed at Rudeus, who was suspended in mid-air, with a hint of doubt in her eyes.
Primordial God Impact has been staring at the Moon God Stone for so long, even keeping his hand hovering over it without making a move.
Could it be... that there's something wrong with this Moon God Stone?
" Primordial God Impact, is there something wrong with that Moon God Stone?"
Upon hearing the question, Rudeus withdrew his hand and gently shook his head.
"There's no problem."
"However, this treasure cannot be taken away yet."
As he spoke, he landed back on the ground, his gaze sweeping over the surrounding lake water.
"This area needs to be protected first."
As soon as he finished speaking, Rudeus had a thought and called out in his mind:
" Nahida."
The next moment, a clear and gentle voice rang in his mind.
"Master, I am at your service at any time."
Rudeus's lips curled up slightly.
"Let's get out and work!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the air currents in the open space ahead began to slowly rotate.
The surrounding elemental forces were drawn together and gradually converged into a verdant vortex.
A moment later, the vortex dissipated.
A petite and delicate figure slowly emerged from within.
Indeed— Nahida of Abundance.
She bowed slightly and said respectfully:
"Greetings, Master."
Rudeus nodded and pointed to Moonlight Lake in the distance.
" Nahida, there is something very important in this lake."
"So, I'll need you to keep an eye on this place while you're at it."
Is it possible?
Nahida did not hesitate at all.
She raised her head, her clear, bright eyes filled with confidence.
"I will certainly not disappoint my master."
After saying this, she clasped her hands together in front of her chest, making a gesture as if in prayer.
The next moment, the surrounding space began to glow with specks of emerald green light.
Countless points of light, like fireflies, drifted slowly in all directions before merging into the earth.
Immediately afterwards--
On the once barren land, tender green grass sprouts broke through the soil.
The plants are growing at a speed visible to the naked eye, as if the long-dormant earth is awakening anew.
Nahida slowly opened her eyes.
In an instant, an even richer life force erupted like a tide.
"Barrier deployed - [ Flourishing Age of Blossoms ]!"
boom--
As her voice faded, a powerful green magic spread outwards from her.
Wherever it went, barren lands turned into seas of flowers, withered trees sprouted new buds, and the silent earth was revitalized.
In just a short time, the entire area around Moonlight Lake had been completely transformed.
Magia stood rooted to the spot, completely stunned.
She never imagined that there would be such an incredible being under the command of Primordial God Genshin Impact.
This power...
It even exceeded her understanding of magic.
Rudeus observed everything before him with great interest.
He reached out and touched a newly sprouted leaf, then nodded in satisfaction.
"A decent barrier."
"Tell me, what exactly is its function?"
Nahida nodded slightly.
"Once [ Flourishing Age of Blossoms ] is activated, all changes within a fifty-mile radius will be recorded by the barrier."
"No abnormal situation can escape my Perception."
"If needed, I can instantly teleport to any location within the barrier's coverage area."
She paused for a moment, then continued:
"In addition, the plants within the barrier will be strengthened by life force."
"They can be used as medicinal herbs to heal wounds, or as deadly poisons to drive enemies into a desperate situation."
Snap--Snap--
Rudeus couldn't help but applaud.
"Wow, amazing!"
"Very good, Nahida."
"I'm confident in your safety here."
As he spoke, he reached out and gently patted Nahida's little head.
"Keep up the good work, and I'll give you a reward next time you come."
Nahida's hair was slightly disheveled from being ruffled, but she showed no displeasure; instead, she wore a satisfied smile.
"Yes, Master."
Then, Rudeus turned to look at Magia.
"Alright, the problem with Moonlight Lake has been resolved."
"We should head back too."
Magia gazed at the lake, which was gradually coming back to life, and nodded gently.
"Um."
"The environment here has begun to recover, and I must return as soon as possible to discuss the relocation with my tribe."
"Then let's not waste any more time."
After Rudeus finished speaking, he casually waved his hand.
The next second, Magia floated up without any warning.
"Ugh... Ugh!"
" Primordial God Impact, could you please give me a heads-up next time?!"
Rudeus smiled.
Hehe~
"Takeoff!"
The two figures transformed into streaks of light, passing through the cave entrance and speeding towards the distant sky.
Two hours later.
Rudeus and Magia finally returned to the Long-Ear Race Village.
Upon landing, Rudeus's pupils suddenly contracted as he looked at the two guards standing watch at the village entrance.
etc...
It seems I've forgotten something important.
Oh, right!
The relationship between Elinalise and the village is still unresolved!
He suddenly felt a headache.
"Um... Village Chief Magia."
There's something I'd like to hear your opinion on.
Magia paused for a moment.
"Um?"
" Primordial God Impact-sama actually has something to ask me?"
"Certainly."
Rudeus smiled.
"Village Chief Magia, I know you're a straightforward person, so I won't beat around the bush."
"That blonde woman who's always been by my side..."
You should be familiar with this, right?
Upon hearing this, Magia's expression changed slightly.
"Oh?"
"So that's what it was about?"
She remained silent for a long time, her expression gradually becoming complex.
"Two hundred years..."
"Still can't let go...?"
Magia sighed softly.
"Regarding what happened back then, I only learned later that Elinalise had some hidden secrets."
"But the villagers' emotions were just too intense at the time."
"Even I must consider things from the perspective of the entire community."
Ultimately, the matter was dropped.
She gazed into the distance, her voice gradually softening.
"However, two hundred years is a long time."
"What's missing now is nothing more than a sincere apology and a reasonable explanation."
"If Elinalise is willing to be honest about the past, I believe the people won't hold onto that matter forever."
Rudeus nodded slightly.
Even so, he still had some worries in his heart.
Elinalise was indeed affected by the curse and had no control over her own destiny.
But whatever the reason, what she did ultimately hurt many people.
Even if I intervene as the Primordial God Impact, forcing them to compromise due to their status...
That's just a superficial peace.
The real divide still exists.
"This is such a hassle..."
Rudeus sighed softly.
Magia looked at his expression and said softly:
" Primordial God Impact, there's no need to worry."
"If anything unexpected happens, I will personally intervene to mediate."
Rudeus nodded.
"Um."
The two then walked together into the reception room.
However, the next moment...
The scene before them left both of them stunned.
because...
At that moment, Elinalise was sitting there, chatting and laughing with several Long-Ear Race women.
They were also holding small knives in their hands, carefully whittling arrows.
The atmosphere was so harmonious that it didn't seem like two groups that had once been at odds.
Rudeus and Magia exchanged a glance.
seem...
Things didn't turn out quite as they had anticipated.