[System Notification: "The Abyss Order..."]
The Abyss Order, a group composed of non-human monsters, is an enemy of the surface civilization and is active all over the world.
Driven by the "Abyss," they covet all creatures on the surface and dream of subverting the order of the Seven Archons.
Actually... Hiroshi knew very well.
Before the Sumeru version update, the mysteries of the Abyss Order were almost stripped bare, especially in the Chasm storyline. It was clearly pointed out that the vast majority of the members of the Abyss Order were remnants of the nation that was destroyed 500 years ago—Khaenri'ah.
Your Highness...
Hiroshi was very confident with this title.
Because the Traveler who appeared in Mondstadt was Lumine (Ying), not her brother Aether (Sora).
Then the other one of the twins must be "His Highness the Prince," the leader of the Abyss Order.
He and his sister embarked on completely opposite paths. He led the Abyss Order, using the power of the remnants of Khaenri'ah to fight against the Heavenly Principles.
"Hmph——"
Sensing Hiroshi's gaze piercing through the shadows.
Somewhere in the sky above Starsnatch Cliff, faint ripples appeared in space.
A cold snort echoed.
"Let's go!"
The cold voice ordered.
A dark purple portal appeared, swirling with abyssal energy.
Hiroshi laughed. "Is it too late to leave now?"
He was actually a little regretful that he couldn't help but jump out and intervene in the Mondstadt plot directly. But seeing a mere Cryo Abyss Mage acting so arrogantly towards Dvalin and Venti really ticked him off. Why should such a bastard be playing games with a Dragon?
In the game, whenever he saw Abyss Mages dancing around and taunting, he wanted to chop them to death.
Just now, smashing one into a meat pie gave him a sigh of relief.
It also made Hiroshi truly realize that the continent of Teyvat is not a game anymore; it is reality. With the power of Legendary Pokémon in his hands... it seems that he can really do whatever he wants!
"Cresselia——"
Hiroshi shouted in his heart.
Whoosh!
He and Cresselia, who was on the verge of fully absorbing the [Heart of the Divine Oak] and being promoted to a First-Class God, appeared in front of the portal in the next moment.
Just following the retreating Abyss forces, they passed through the portal that was gradually fading.
Zzzzt!
Vision switched instantly from the bright and clear sky of Starsnatch Cliff to a dark, oppressive underground world with one click.
Snap!
When Hiroshi and Cresselia set foot on this land unexplored by players (likely part of the Abyss or the deep ruins of Khaenri'ah), the portal back to the surface world shattered behind them.
Aether (Sora) did not leave. He stood about dozens of meters away, staring coldly.
The Prince of the Abyss had a sarcastic smile on his lips.
"Are you reckless or confident?"
"On the surface, maybe I would be cautious due to the Archons."
"But underground..."
"No matter how much noise is made here, the Seven Archons and even the Heavenly Principles will not pay attention."
"And are you ready?"
"The existence of the 'Abyss' is to subvert the world ruled by gods!"
"So you should feel honored to die under the true power of the Abyss!"
Following Aether's words filled with murderous intent, a large number of Abyss Mages appeared in front of him from the shadows—Cryo, Pyro, Hydro, and Electro Mages floating menacingly.
Moreover, elite personnel known as Abyss Heralds and Abyss Lektors appeared—more than twenty of them.
The scene was quite spectacular!
As for the "Abyss Lektors" (Chanters), who are high-level personnel...
It seemed that everyone had a conspicuous red name tag floating above their heads in Hiroshi's System vision.
[Abyss Lector: Violet Lightning - Enjou?]
[Abyss Lector: Fathomless Flames - Egill]
Huh?!
Suddenly, Hiroshi's eyes looked strange. He scanned the crowd and saw a familiar name.
[Abyss Lector: Fathomless Flames - Enjou]
It's this high-ranking member of the cult who is suspected of being a jerk/tsundere and has a habit of being beaten up by the Traveler.
Hiroshi almost laughed out loud.
He still remembered that in the "Three Realms Gateway Offering" event and the Enkanomiya plot, Enjou disguised himself as a helpful clerk and cleverly used the Traveler as a tool... before getting beaten up.
Aether looked at the Store Manager from a distance, his eyebrows furrowing.
In fact, the information about this person had been submitted to the Fatui's Intelligence Department (which leaks like a sieve), and he, the Leader of the Abyss Order, also knew about Hiroshi's existence.
But he had hastily mobilized a group of elite Abyss forces and set up a pocket trap at this end of the portal.
This guy can still laugh?
Aether felt a little numbness in his scalp, and suddenly felt that things might not develop as he wished.
So, Aether quietly backed away a step.
Hiroshi snapped his fingers.
Snap!
"Although it's great to have a large audience, and I like excitement..."
"But too many lice will affect the friendly and harmonious atmosphere of our first meeting, won't it?"
Looking at Aether's thoughtful gaze from a distance...
Hiroshi spoke calmly.
"Cresselia."
"Each of these Abyssal beings is abnormal, twisted, and crazy. They are trapped in the eternal nightmare of their nation's subjugation."
"So, create beautiful dreams for them and heal their spiritual wounds a little bit."
"This is my only mercy."
Cresselia had long noticed that the underground world was full of all kinds of negative energy, and that these Abyss people were tortured by the nightmare of the cataclysm 500 years ago. Each one was neither human nor ghost, suffering eternally.
She was already eager to try.
After hearing this, she received the Master's order and understood Hiroshi's exact instructions.
Cresselia's telekinesis surged with joy.
She raised her swan-like neck and let out a clear cry that penetrated the dark mist of the underground world.
"Cres-seliaaa!"
At the same time, the pink thin film surrounding her body and the gauze-like aurora wings emitted flashing particles of light.
These particles just appeared...
And a New Moon seemed to rise in the dark underground world!
Ding!
[System Notification: Congratulations! Your 'Cresselia' has fully absorbed the [Heart of the Divine Oak]. Level raised to Lv. 120 (True Legendary God)!]
The Abyss people present, whether they were minions or high-level Abyss Lektors...
All were illuminated by the beautiful moonlight that cascaded down like an aurora belt.
In an instant.
Their ferocious expressions froze.
Their facial lines suddenly softened. The twisted masks seemed less terrifying.
The next second, they closed their eyes, and beautiful dreams began playing in their heads.
Obviously, Cresselia used the power of Divine Authority that promoted her to a First-Class God for the first time.
This power is called "Lunar Dream"!
Crack!
At this time, the remaining blessing and power of the [Heart of the Divine Oak] worn on her completely disappeared, and the wooden heart turned into fly ash and blew away.
At the same time, when Cresselia's wings emitted countless particles of light...
Aether, who had already retreated violently a kilometer or two away, was still illuminated by the ubiquitous moonlight shrouding the ground.
Suddenly, Aether stopped.
The expressions of struggle, immersion, and horror on his face alternately changed as the dream encroached upon his will.
"No... Lumine..."