After feasting at the Hostess of Fertility, everyone returned to the Familia residence located in the western district.
Looking at this somewhat shabby two-story wooden house, Phaethon couldn't help but sigh inwardly that this base was still too small.
With few Familia members currently, it could barely accommodate everyone.
But with the addition of Kanae's sisters and Miko, the place was already saturated.
When the Familia continued to grow in the future, moving to a larger base would be inevitable.
However, the territory issue could be considered later; there were more important matters at hand.
Phaethon withdrew his thoughts and turned to Kanae and Miko.
"Kanae, Miko, come upstairs with me."
"Yes, my Lord," Kanae replied respectfully.
"O-okay, my Lord," Miko hurriedly followed.
Arriving at that familiar room on the second floor, Phaethon gestured for them to relax.
After experiencing the trials of the Demon Slayer world, especially those life-and-death battles with Muzan Kibutsuji and Upper Moon Two Doma.
Kanae's ability values must have significantly increased.
As for Miko, she had also defeated Upper Moon One Kokushibo.
He just didn't know how much attribute growth she would gain after the update.
"Kanae, you go first."
Phaethon indicated for Kanae to lie on the bed.
Even though Kanae had experienced this twice already, thinking about exposing her back before the deity again made her fair cheeks involuntarily flush.
However, she quickly adjusted her mindset, skillfully removing her outer garment to reveal her smooth back.
Phaethon extended his finger, condensing sacred golden radiance at the tip, gently touching the sacred text on Kanae's back.
The blessing system began operating, converting her accumulated deeds and experience from the Demon Slayer world into concrete ability values.
After a moment, the light faded and the update was complete.
Phaethon picked up the status panel paper and looked at it, nodding.
"Alright, Kanae, take a look."
Kanae took the paper and saw the changed values:
[Name] Butterfly Kanae
[Level] LV2
[Abilities] Strength: I0→A855 Endurance: I0→A840 Dexterity: I0→A870 Agility: I0→A865 Magic: I0→A820
All five basic ability values, boosted by the great deed of slaying the Demon King Muzan, had steadily improved to the mid-to-late A-rank range.
Though still distant from S-rank, the progress was already quite obvious.
As for skills, there were no changes.
"Not bad!"
Phaethon commented, "It seems slaying Doma and Muzan provided you with considerable experience. However..."
He paused, explaining.
"Since you're going from LV2 to LV3, the required accumulation will be much greater.
Just slaying one world's Demon King isn't enough to immediately break through the level barrier; you'll need to continue working hard."
To avoid trouble, even though Kanae had reached the requirements for LV3, Phaethon had no intention of notifying the Guild for now.
"Yes, my Lord, I understand."
Kanae nodded seriously after hearing this, unsurprised by the result since the path of leveling up was never accomplished overnight.
But what she didn't know was that her leveling speed was already incredibly exaggerated.
Since the original anime's male protagonist didn't exist now, the fastest leveling record was held by Sword Princess Ais.
If she really leveled to LV3 now, in less than a month's time, it would probably shock all the deities in Orario.
"Alright, next is Miko."
Phaethon gestured for Miko to come forward.
Having watched Kanae go through the process, Miko's face was even redder.
But to become stronger, she still gathered her courage.
Following Kanae's example, she lay on the bed, somewhat clumsily removing her top to reveal her slender back.
Phaethon extended his finger again, touching the sacred radiance to the mark on Miko's back.
However, this time the data feedback from the blessing panel surprised even Phaethon.
After the update completed, Phaethon picked up Miko's status panel paper, his eyes filled with astonishment.
"Miko, see for yourself."
Miko took the paper in confusion, and when she saw the values, she also covered her mouth in surprise.
[Name] Miko Yotsuya
[Level] LV1
[Abilities] Strength: I0→SSS1050 Endurance: I0→SSS1020 Dexterity: I0→SSS1080 Agility: I0→SSS1060 Magic: I0→SSS1150
[Magic] Spirit Control
[Skills] Mystic Eyes
All five basic ability values had incredibly shot up from zero directly to the unthinkable SSS rank!
And all exceeded 1000 points!
The Magic value had reached an astounding 1150 points!
More importantly, the system indicated that Miko's accumulated deeds for leveling up were also completely sufficient!
"What... what's going on?"
Phaethon was stunned, his brow slightly furrowed.
He carefully recalled everything that happened in the Demon Slayer world. Although Miko had used her [Spirit Control] ability to summon Yoriichi Tsugikuni's heroic spirit and successfully slayed Upper Moon One Kokushibo.
This was indeed a great deed, and the experience bonus must have been substantial.
But this shouldn't have caused a LV1 newcomer who had just received blessings to directly raise all attributes to SSS rank and even accumulate enough deeds for leveling up, right?
This growth rate was faster than riding a rocket!
Unless...
A flash of inspiration struck Phaethon's mind, thinking of a possibility.
"Could it be that... Kanae's deed of slaying Muzan Kibutsuji, and the subsequent mass extinction of demons, also gave Miko a large share of experience?"
The more he thought about it, the more possible it seemed. Miko's [Spirit Control] ability was essentially about connecting with and controlling spirits.
The extinction of Muzan Kibutsuji and all demons would undoubtedly release massive, chaotic soul energy or lingering thoughts.
Perhaps this energy was unconsciously absorbed or channeled by Miko's [Spirit Control] magic, resulting in such terrifying experience bonuses.
Looking at it this way, Kanae worked hard fighting and ultimately slaying the Demon King, clearly the MVP.
While Miko seemed to just slack off on the sidelines, yet somehow inexplicably gained massive experience, becoming the biggest freeloader?
However, since Miko's experience and deeds were already sufficient, Phaethon didn't hesitate and decisively leveled her up.
As the leveling light shone, Miko's level successfully broke through to LV2.
At the same time, the [Development Ability] section appeared on her status panel as expected.
Phaethon looked closely and saw that among Miko's available development abilities, the option [Job Change] had appeared!
When he examined the specific content of [Job Change], his face showed a strange yet knowing expression.
Miko's available job change was—[Necromancer]!
This profession was a perfect match for her [Spirit Control] magic and [Mystic Eyes] skill!
This was a job change from DNF's Dark Elf, specializing in summoning undead, casting curses, and controlling dark powers.
Besides [Job Change], the other development ability options provided by the system.
Such as [Magic Guide], [Mental Power], [Dark Emissary], etc.
Though also decent, compared to [Necromancer], they seemed much more ordinary, not even in the same dimension of power.
"Miko!"
Phaethon looked at the girl who was curiously watching him and gave his suggestion.
"I recommend you choose [Job Change] to become a Necromancer.
This profession is most compatible with your abilities and can maximize your potential."
"Necromancer..."
Miko quietly repeated the name, feeling it sounded a bit sinister.
But out of absolute trust in the deity, she still nodded obediently: "I'll leave everything to my Lord's decision."
"Good."
Phaethon hesitated no longer and confirmed the [Job Change] option.
As the job change completed, a massive and cold power instantly erupted from within Miko!
Her entire aura underwent earth-shaking changes, no longer the timid and weak ordinary girl from before.
Her gaze became profound, surrounded by an almost imperceptible dark aura, as if she could summon an army of undead at any moment.
Especially the aura emanating from her body became incredibly cold, even making Kanae beside her feel slightly uncomfortable.
Miko herself was also stunned, clearly sensing it.
Countless knowledge and skills about necromancy flooded into her mind like a tide—[Death Claw], [Night Parade of One Hundred Demons], [Advent: Tyrant Barrack]...
Various powerful and eerie necromantic magic gave her a completely new understanding of power.
But at the same time, she couldn't help but make a bitter face, somewhat helplessly muttering quietly.
"I can't help but feel... this profession seems so evil..."