Chapter 353: Kokomi

This tranquility lasted for a full five minutes.

Only then did Hearing Luo Li softly speak: "Are you done?"

"Not enough yet."

Ten minutes later!

"How about now?"

"Still not enough!"

Seemingly annoyed by the questioning, Kokomi even let out a dainty, coquettish hum.

This spoiled, little-girl demeanor is likely something few people could withstand.

"Does Father dislike his daughter being so clingy?"

The warm, pitiful breath sprayed against Hearing Luo Li's collarbone, carrying a hint of resentment and grievance.

What could Hearing Luo Li say? Besides, he didn't dislike it.

"No, it's just not very good for others to see."

This posture clearly exceeded the distance of a normal father and daughter.

"It doesn't matter, no one is watching anyway, and we're just hugging."

As she spoke, Kokomi took the initiative to take Hearing Luo Li's hand and wrap it around herself.

Being enveloped in a sense of security, in a state where she didn't have to think about anything, was something she was truly addicted to.

Is this what a girl who lacked fatherly love since childhood is like?

Hearing Luo Li was somewhat puzzled, always feeling that something wasn't quite right.

"Say, Father, what is your view on the situation between Watatsumi Island and Narukami Island?" After a long while, Kokomi suddenly asked.

"Uh..."

If he had to say, Hearing Luo Li naturally hoped both sides would reconcile as before, forget all unpleasantness, and truly merge into one.

Although the goal was difficult, it was not impossible to achieve.

There was already a trend of integration between the two sides, but it had become tense again due to the Vision Hunt Decree.

It stood to reason that if the Vision Hunt Decree were lifted, the Watatsumi Island side would not be able to maintain a stance of resistance forever.

"In my view, if things continue this way, the one who will ultimately suffer is Watatsumi Island."

Hearing Luo Li was looking at the problem purely from an objective perspective at this moment.

Simply in terms of supplies and manpower, the gap between the two sides was obvious; if not for Kokomi's immense talent in military affairs, often winning by using the small to defeat the large.

Watatsumi Island's situation would definitely be much more difficult now.

"Yes, but if I didn't coordinate the stalemate, the chaos on Watatsumi Island would be even more severe." Kokomi murmured: "Even if it is hard to persist, I must keep trying."

Due to historical issues, many Watatsumi Island citizens already had some small grievances against Narukami Island, and coupled with the conflict of faith, clashes would occasionally occur in the past, let alone now when the contradictions are even sharper.

Hearing Luo Li was silent for a moment, a light of unclear meaning appearing in his eyes as he said: "What do you want me to do?"

Kokomi did not answer, but instead asked another question: "Father is a big shot on Narukami Island, right? The kind that carries a lot of weight."

"When did you figure that out?"

Without denying it, Hearing Luo Li stared at her and admitted it directly.

"Right from the beginning."

The young girl playfully rubbed against his chest, completely lacking the sense of crisis of being with a nominal enemy; "Don't think of your daughter as too stupid."

"So, were you holding this purpose when you approached me at the start?"

Facing those deep, divinity-filled eyes, Kokomi was not flustered or afraid, but instead took the initiative to take Hearing Luo Li's hand and rub it against her cheek, shaking her head gently.

"No, meeting Father, your daughter is truly happy, I held no purpose at all."

"These days have been the happiest days of your daughter's life, being able to act spoiled in Father's arms, being able to sleep together, and even receiving praise."

There were no lies in the girl's sincerity; Hearing Luo Li could see this.

Precisely because of this, his attitude had never changed.

"So your daughter didn't want to make things difficult for Father, and never mentioned this aspect."

Although she claimed to be an ordinary girl, Kokomi's intelligence was unparalleled in the world, skilled in both military and politics, and equally adept at people's livelihood and administration.

After guessing Hearing Luo Li's identity, she never mentioned the difficulties of Watatsumi Island, nor had she ever sought help.

She simply stayed by his side as a daughter, serving him well in every way, showing her admiration and worship.

Being so thoughtful, who wouldn't love her?

"What a cunning little girl."

Hearing Luo Li smiled helplessly, and spitefully pinched her cheek hard.

"Father, it hurts."

Even so, she did not stop her father's "atrocity," but instead begged for mercy with pitiful, watery eyes.

He ultimately let go and flicked the girl's nose.

"Since you've said so, how could I sit by and do nothing?"

"That's because Father loves your daughter."

The cunning little girl, in order to please him, not only said nice things but also took the initiative to offer a kiss.

It's just that the location was a bit different from what he had imagined.

"This is your daughter's first time, you know."

"..."

Giggling, Kokomi shrank her body again.

Feeling that continuing the topic was somewhat dangerous, Hearing Luo Li changed the subject: "You want to resolve the problem with Narukami Island?"

"Does Father have any good suggestions?"

"Ahem, if you want suggestions, I really do have some."

Seeing Kokomi's eyes light up, Hearing Luo Li pondered: "However, the key person hasn't arrived yet, it's better to talk when she arrives."

"Key person?"

Kokomi was somewhat puzzled, not understanding who the person in his mouth was.

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Narukami Island! Inazuma City!

It was a new day, and the key person in Hearing Luo Li's words, Lumine and Paimon, were walking on the street wandering around.

The two, who had been running around for this period, could finally relax for a few days.

Perhaps because the Tenryou Commission was going to hold some festival recently, there were many fewer officials on the streets.

"Since it's a festival, it must be very lively, let's go find Thoma and go watch it together." ===== CHAPTER 355 =====