Chapter 404: Teyvat is facing a terrifying crisis!

Carrying the unconscious Paimon, they followed the three back to the manor.

Lumine’s eyes were filled with clear confusion and bewilderment. Adhering to the principle of asking if you don't understand, she asked: "What happened to Paimon?" ===== CHAPTER 636 =====

After a moment of silence, Neuvillette said, "She was scared unconscious by Lord Chen."

Scared unconscious?

Lumine looked at Paimon in her arms, then turned to look at Gu Chen, who was sipping fruit juice, feeling quite bewildered.

Lumine knew Paimon’s origins were mysterious, but she had never dwelled on it; after all, the days this little one had spent traveling with her were quite pleasant.

Thinking about it carefully, Paimon hadn't shown any abnormalities along the way, so why was she scared unconscious the moment she saw someone today?

Calling him "Father God"?

Lumine pondered for a moment; this title... it should mean father.

But seeing Gu Chen’s denial, the relationship between Paimon and him was very subtle.

Seeing that Lumine still had many doubts, and out of consideration for how much she had helped, Neuvillette said, "If you have any questions, feel free to ask."

Hearing this, Lumine didn't stand on ceremony and immediately asked, "What is this gentleman's identity?"

Neuvillette’s expression became respectful as he said softly, "The Great Venerable of the Universe, the Source of All Laws, the Sovereign of Heaven and Earth."

The three adjectives left Lumine completely stunned.

Even among gods, like the Geo Archon of Go Go Go Liyue, there was absolutely no such lofty title; just hearing it made one feel that the other party was unimaginably noble.

Seeing Lumine dazed, Neuvillette continued, "Actually, even if I told you too much, you wouldn't understand. It’s not to belittle you, but... even if explained clearly, it would be like a frog in a well trying to glimpse the moon; shallow cognition cannot perceive the full picture."

As he spoke, Neuvillette shook his head, then added, "Just regard Lord Chen as the root of all life in heaven and earth. Do you still have doubts?"

The words sounded somewhat condescending, but Lumine felt that what the other party said was likely the truth. She wasn't angry, but asked calmly, "So, Paimon is...?"

"She appears to be the reincarnation of some existence, and before her reincarnation, she should have had quite a connection with Lord Chen. This is likely the origin of 'Father God'."

After hearing Neuvillette’s answer, Lumine felt conflicted.

At this moment, Paimon in her arms made a faint sound, appearing to be on the verge of waking up.

She slowly opened her eyes, her gaze, resembling a starry sky, filled with confusion.

She looked at Lumine and felt a bit more at ease, but when she turned her head, she saw Gu Chen leaning in.

After locking eyes with those golden pupils, Paimon’s mouth twitched, and she peacefully closed her eyes again.

Lumine, who hadn't even had a chance to check on Paimon’s condition, looked at Gu Chen speechlessly.

"Sorry."

Gu Chen shook his head and said, "Why does she seem so afraid of me?"

Neuvillette pondered for two seconds before saying, "I fear she has quite a connection with the Usurper King of the High Heavens... The Usurper seized the authority and throne of the Ancient Dragons. Now that she sees you again, I imagine there is a sense of guilt and fear, like a thief seeing the master?"

Furina nodded gently upon hearing this: "That’s a good description!"

Lumine slowly began to grasp the situation as well.

If that was the case, Paimon had a connection with the gods on Celestia?

Lumine felt she had discovered more clues, but she still lacked key evidence to connect all the threads.

While waiting for Paimon to wake up, Lumine engaged in a Q&A with Neuvillette.

Lumine felt quite good after getting answers to some of her questions.

Furina took the opportunity to ask about many interesting things from other nations Lumine had visited.

Time passed gradually in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.

[Shikanoin Heizou]: Let’s make a hypothesis. If Phanes is also a deity evolved from the Holy Blood of the Primordial True King, then Phanes’ actions were equivalent to coming to this world to seize the authority and seat of his own brothers... And Phanes created four shining shadows. It is known that one of them is likely the Shade of Time [Istaroth], while the other three are very mysterious. Adding the attire of the Sustainer of Heavenly Principles, everyone, is it possible that the miniature version of the Sustainer is Paimon? Or rather, if Paimon grew up in her current appearance and put on the Sustainer’s attire... wouldn't that just be the same person?!

[Albedo]: People of Teyvat need external magical organs to use elemental energy. Setting aside those achieved through technology, normal use must rely on a Vision or Delusion... I have been thinking for a long time whether Paimon is the Traveler’s external magical organ. (Albedo: Thinking)

[Tartaglia]: This little thing hides so many secrets?! Is it possible she is a spy planted by the Sustainer of Heavenly Principles beside the Traveler? (Tartaglia: Shocked)

[Xingqiu]: Wait! This theory is both eerie and somewhat reasonable! You have to know that the Traveler and her sibling were blocked by the Sustainer right from the start. Someone who can trade blows with the Sustainer is definitely not simple... And the Sustainer herself said she is in a semi-crippled state, likely to fade away with time. So, the Traveler’s existence has become a variable in Teyvat. It’s very reasonable to plant a spy to keep an eye on her movements at all times! (Sudden realization)

[Furina]: Oh! So that’s how it is, I understand now! Thinking about it carefully, Paimon is really covered in red flags.

[Kaeya]: Brothers, if you put it that way, I suddenly recall some terrifying details. Many times, Paimon doesn't act so innocent. She always causes trouble at seemingly reasonable moments, and then the Traveler ends up in a new predicament... (Contemplating)

[Lumine]: Paimon died after hearing this! (Photo of Paimon lying peacefully in Lumine’s arms)

[Sustainer of Heavenly Principles]: Lol.

[Paimon]: I didn't! I’m not! Can you guys stop framing an innocent person?! (Nahida: Pointing)

[Buer]: Don’t take it to heart. Anyway, no matter what mysterious identity you have, you’re just a little housekeeper in Gu Fu~ (Head pat)

[Azhdaha]: Paimon won't be scared, right? Is the power of you guys blabbering so great? (Funny)

[Seeing Seeing Seeing Seeing Seeing Zhongli]: By general reasoning, you guys are doing this on purpose.

[Kaeya]: You’re right, but this is very interesting! (Funny)

Gu Fu.

Paimon was holding milk tea and sipping it, not as nervous as everyone imagined.

"Are you really not afraid that we’ll kick you out of the house?"

Seeing her fearless appearance, Lumine rolled her eyes.

"Afraid of what?"

Paimon raised her little hand to scratch her head, then put her hands on her hips and said, "If their analysis is correct, I’m basically Boss Gu’s daughter, you guys have to spoil me!"

"That seems to be the logic." Raiden Ei thought seriously and nodded.

Sister Sister Sister Sister Sister Guizhong shook her head: "That’s not the logic at all! She isn't the Paimon from this video, so the relationship definitely can't be calculated that way."

"Hehe."

Paimon’s little face smiled brightly.

No matter how the relationship is calculated, her status in Gu Fu won't change. She can't escape when she needs to be ordered around, and there will be no shortage of times she gets spoiled.

Doesn't matter, just lie flat.

Paimon floated over to Buer, who was closest to her, lay down, adjusted her posture comfortably, and then said: "You guys go ahead and analyze, I’m going to take a nap!"

In the video.

Half a day passed, and Lumine had become much more familiar with Gu Chen and Furina.

Lumine finally understood why the people of Fontaine weren't afraid of the prophecy crisis.

Although she couldn't understand just how powerful Gu Chen was, judging from those three adjectives from Neuvillette, it must be an unimaginable realm.

Lumine also relaxed, no longer worrying about the Fontaine friends she had made.

After happily finishing afternoon tea, Paimon still hadn't woken up, so Lumine prepared to take her back to the Court of Fontaine to rest, lest this little one wake up and be scared unconscious by Gu Chen again.

Neuvillette also had many things to do in the Court of Fontaine, so he simply left with Lumine.

After the two had walked far away, Lumine, holding Paimon, asked curiously, "Are Mr. Chen and Furina a couple?"

"What makes you say that?" Neuvillette raised an eyebrow.

"Anyone should be able to tell, right?" Lumine’s expression was subtle.

Neuvillette paused his steps and sighed: "Unfortunately, it is not as you see it."

"Why is that?" Lumine’s face was full of gossip, her heart curious as if a cat were scratching it.

Neuvillette said while walking: "Physical closeness is just a result of long-term habits in life... There might still be some distance in their hearts, perhaps needing some external force."

Lumine’s eyes lit up, and she said with an 'I understand' look: "You mean you want to leave it to me, right?"

Neuvillette was stunned, looked at Lumine seriously for a moment, and said: "That works too."

Lumine said with a smile: "Don't worry, I’ll just have a private chat with them when the time comes. As long as they release the true thoughts from the depths of their hearts... it’ll be easy!"

Neuvillette nodded.

[Miss Miss Keqing]: I finally know why there was a weird feeling. Sure enough, once I think about how Miss Lumine in reality is the Empress of Gu Fu, I feel that Miss Lumine in the video who is wholeheartedly trying to set up Mr. Gu Chen and Furina is very weird!

[Kaeya]: As long as you can't describe your mood, there is a word prepared for you—abstract!

[Miss Miss Keqing]: Mood is complicated. (Paimon: Peaceful)

[Paimon]: Who exactly is saving this meme?! (Miss Miss Keqing: Sulking)

[Gu Chen]: Me. (Paimon: Peaceful)

[Lumine]: Aren't you taking a nap? (Paimon died after hearing this)

[Paimon]: Oh, I woke up to watch the scene of 'The Empress is busy running around for the Emperor to take a concubine and is tired like a dog'.

[Kaeya]: Good one!

[Azhdaha]: Paimon is this bold?! (Tartaglia: Shocked)

[Candace]: Hope she’s okay. (Candace: Praying)

[Sister Sister Sister Sister Sister Guizhong]: Lumine has been roasted, this is a great victory for Paimon! (Venti: Celebrating)

[Hu Tao]: Lumine went to the kitchen to get a kitchen knife, she’s going to do business for her own family! (Hu Tao: Smirking)