Chapter 441: Volume 5 – Chapter 57(A Friend)
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Author Note:
[ ] = When Twilight is speaking.
{ } = When talking through Telepathy.
' ' = When thinking in your mind.
<< >> = When talking with your Pokémon or Tamed Beast.
--- --- = When describing a certain period of time OR Another place.
** ** = Point Of View i.e., POV
/// /// = In Call
" " = System and when talking to it.
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The first thing that greeted Shenhe was the unfamiliar ceiling. Showing a puzzled expression, she turned her head to the side and was greeted by Ganyu who let out a sigh of relief seeing she woke up.
Taking a moment to think, Shenhe remembered her Master once told her that before adopting her, she raised a girl in the past. That girl was not human but a half-adeptus. Noticing at Ganyu's horns, Shenhe was certain that she was that girl.
Raising her head a little, she looked at the other people present in the room.
But the moment her eyes met with the Primis, Shenhe's body started shivering as fear appeared in her eyes.
Even though she was controlled by her demonic impulse, she still remembered their entire fight. To be more specific, the torture she went through by his hand. It was deeply engraved in her soul.
Hence, her body move on her own with instinct. As she stood up and took out her spear from her vision before taking a stance. But her hands that were holding her spear were quivering.
Seemed unimpressed, he spoke.
Primis: Lower your weapon.
The girl shuddered hearing his words. But in the end, she bit her lips and reluctantly put her spear away, knowing full well that it won't provide any security against Primis.
Primis: Good. In case you didn't do that then I would have no choice but to 'teach' you a proper way about how to behave in front of your master.
Shenhe: M-Master?
A dumbfounded expression appeared on her face hearing that.
Primis: Yes. You better remember this for the rest of your life.
Glancing at Ganyu who had lowered her head, indicating she had accepted her fate, Primis turned back at Shenhe and spoke while looking directly in her eyes.
Primis: From now onwards, you both are my properties.
Shenhe: P-Properties?
Both Ganyu and Shenhe flinched hearing how Primis was referring to them. This clearly meant that he was not regarding them as people but tools.
Primis: That is price for sparing your old Master back then along with other Adepti.
Shenhe: ......
Ganyu: .......
Primis: Of course, you can disregard it. However, next time when I will face-off against Cloud Retainer, not only will there be no mercy, I will personally present her head to you on a silver platter.
A tremor passed in their hearts as they didn't dare to look at Primis.
Not minding their behaviour, he turned and decided to leave.
Primis: It will be better if you will accept your new identity or I will make you.
At first no one spoke, but when Primis hand grabbed the handle of the door, Ganyu spoke.
Ganyu: J-Just…who are y-y-you?
This made him pause his steps.
Primis: Who am I? ............You both already know that.
Ganyu: We do? No, I don't remember ever seeing you before.
Shenhe: Neither do I.
In return, Primis shook his head and spoke.
Primis: Not only you, everyone in this world knows who I am. You might forget yourself, but you can never forget me.
As both of them were becoming doubtful, Primis moved his head to the side and glanced back at them.
When they were still waiting for his next words, all of sudden, his bluish black eyes started to change and turned red.
At first it was nothing but then a phantom of blood-red moon appeared behind him. The colour of Primis eyes and moon's matched exactly with each other.
BA-DUMP!!!
BA-DUMP!!!
Ganyu: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Shenhe: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
All the colour drained from the girls face as they finally realized Primis real identity.
THUD!!
Shenhe fell on her butt while both her and Ganyu's bodies were trembling in sheer dread and despair.
They were not only ones. Even Ei was leaning on the wall while hugging her trembling body. Even though she was aware of Primis identity, standing in its presence was no easy feat. At least she coped up better than the two women and didn't fell on her knees this time.
CLICK!!
He then turned and left the room letting Ganyu and Shenhe to calm themselves.
CLICK!!
A second later, Ei also followed.
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TAP!!
TAP!!
TAP!!
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As Primis was descending from the stairs, he was deep in his thoughts.
'Primis: Now that they knew my identity, neither of them would dare to even think of betraying me. It's no longer about the safety of just Cloud Retainer or Liyue, its for the entire Teyvat. I am certain that they dearly wished to never see "The Crimson Moon" in the sky, looking over their world again. Hence, they won't do anything stupid that may result in such outcome.'
He then sensed Ei following behind before continuing his thoughts.
'Primis: The next question is that Half-Adeptus, Ganyu. After trying to contact the Will of this World so many times till now, I am certain that the main reason it wants me to have her is so that I can protect her. The enemies must be very strong or cunning to the point that even Rex Lapis will have difficulty finding or killing them. As a result, the best solution is to send her under me. With this, no matter how the situation unfold, Ganyu's safety is guaranteed.'
By now he was already on the ground floor and entered the restaurant area. Because the shop was closed since morning, there were only empty tables and chairs around.
In any case, Primis made this way towards the table at the corner of the room.
He walked over there and took the seat. Once he did, he raised his head and looked at the opposite seat. All of sudden someone appeared on that seat out of nowhere.
Zhongli: It's not even a week since your arrival and you already turned the entire Liyue Harbor upside down.
Primis: Well, things happened.
Zhongli: Can't you just resolve it peacefully?
Primis: You mean by apologizing.
Zhongli: Yes.
Instead of answering right away, Primis pointed towards Ei who was standing behind him and spoke.
Primis: Does Raiden Shogun look like someone who will bow her head in front of Adepti and ask for forgiveness?
Zhongli: ......….
Raising his head, Morax was greeted by Ei's cold eyes. They were as if saying "I dare you to say "Yes"".
Knowing nothing good will come out from asking her, he turned back to Primis.
Zhongli: Ahem. There are many other ways.
Primis: Do you want me to reveal her identity as Electro Archon of Inazuma, Raiden Shogun?
Zhongli: No, don't do that. I can already foresee the result.
Primis: Then its fine. On top of that, after such beat down, it will make them lower their pride and arrogance somewhat.
Hearing this the Geo Archon started pondering about something.
Zhongli: Hmmm. I guess, you're right.
'Zhongli: Maybe I should have also resorted to such method now and then. It would have not only prevented them from getting rusted after so much years of laziness but also keep their sanity and pride in check.'
Putting those thoughts away for now, he spoke.
Zhongli: I was already surprised that you were able to tame Baal. But to think, you would even tame Beelzebul. To be honest, I am impressed.
Primis: I think it will be better if you are mindful of your words. Last time it was just Baal, this time both sisters will invite you for a spar.
Sensing Ei's gaze, Morax took some fake coughs.
Zhongli: In any case, the people of Liyue are afraid now. They are wondering why I didn't show up when Liyue Harbor was in such a peril. There are even some gossips that I have gone somewhere or.....................looks like I need fast forward my plan.
He muttered the last words only to himself. Primis, of course heard it but pretended not to.
Zhongli: If you don't mind. I have a question.
Primis: Oh?
Zhongli: I want to ask. If Liyue no longer has the protection of the Geo Archon and will encounter a crisis, will you help?
Primis: No.
He almost stumbled hearing Primis quick response.
Zhongli: Can I ask why?
Primis: Because I have no obligation too.
Zhongli: Is having my daughter not enough for you?
As expected from Rex Lapis. He saw through Ganyu's through in an instant and realized why she surrendered herself to Primis.
Primis: She gave herself to me so that I myself won't destroy Liyue Harbor. If someone else come to do that, then it's the problem that the people of Liyue have to solve themselves. I will only watch the whole ordeal from the sidelines without any intention of taking part into it.
Zhongli: ................... Then, will you let Ganyu and Shenhe take part in helping Liyue in the time of need. After all, one way or another, it's their home. I am sure they don't wish to see it getting destroyed without doing anything to help.
Primis: Um. I will.
Hearing this, he smiled and nodded.
Zhongli: Then I am reassured.
'Primis: So, he will soon initiate his retirement plan.'
Zhongli: By the way, who are you exactly?
Primis: What do you think?
Zhongli: The strength you displayed is not something a mere mortal is capable of unleashing. It almost reached the border of Half-Adeptus or Adeptus. Even though I didn't sense you using any adeptus power, I came to a conclusion that you are an Adeptus who took human form.
Primis: Is that so.
Zhongli: Yeah. So, am I right?
Primis: I wonder.
Hearing neither confirmation nor denial, Rex Lapis realized that Primis had no intention of answering his question and didn't pry on it any further.
Next, they spent rest of the time in casual conversation. It was mostly Zhongli who was speaking while Primis was listening.
Geo Archon didn't know long it's been since he happily talked with someone this much. As his identity as Geo Archon, whenever he was with other gods, adepti, half-adepti, or mortals, they were always reserved in his presence. Afraid that they would say something that will offend him.
He only wanted to talk with them on equally footing and as friend. However, it didn't work out. As a result, he could only hide his identity while trying to hold conversation with them.
The same always occurred during the meeting of "The Seven". Even though all seven of seemed happy on the surface, they were extremely wary of each other inside, making sure that they won't reveal any weakness that can used by other party against them.
They were not wrong in their place. After all, not only will they all survived Archon War but they also have their nation and people behind them. In case something happened to them, their people would suffer. Hence, they always maintain some distance between each other.
But he didn't need to worry about such things while talking with Primis. It's some sort of feeling that he can fully relax in front of Primis and let go of everything in his heart and talk to his heart content.
As a result, Morax talked about many things. He told Primis about his time in Archon War. How he was the co-ruler of the prosperous Guili Assembly alongside the God of Dust, Guizhong, and the adepti. How they enjoyed their time there. How, their combined forces could not stop the tides of war from taking the life of Guizhong.
How Guili Assembly was destroyed. How a massive flood swept through the area 3700 years ago that he was forced to move his people south of Mt. Tianheng and established Liyue Harbor, where it stood to this day.
Rex Lapis kept on talking while Primis kept on listening in silence. Many emotions appeared on Morax face as he recited the tales of past. It's really been a long time since he showed so many emotions.
By the time, he was done, sun has risen.
Primis opened his mouth at this momeny.
Primis: War. Even if it came to end, the scars it left behind takes almost forever to heal.
Zhongli: *sigh* You're right. People revered Heroes and Gods for their victory, but they don't know how much pain they experienced and went through to accomplish that.
Primis: That's the nature of the people. They only see the bright side of the thing. Not the dark one.
Zhongli: Yeah...Anyway, it was fun talking with you. If you don't mind, how about we hang out sometimes.
Primis: I am fine with it.
Smiling Rex Lapis nodded.
Zhongli: Great. Its really a good feeling to have a friend who you can share everything with......Thanks and see you later.
With this he disappeared from his spot.
Even while he was gone, Primis kept on looking at his seat.
'Primis: A friend. Huh.'
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*A/N: Please throw some power stones.
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