Chapter 153

"This... such a beautiful sword!" Kamisato Ayaka exclaimed in admiration.

"Do you like it? From now on, it's yours," Akio said with a gentle smile, stroking Kamisato Ayaka's snow-white hair, which was now draped over both of them.

"This... it's too precious," Kamisato Ayaka whispered. The sword was clearly a masterpiece!

Kamisato Ayaka knew full well how valuable a fine blade could be.

"My dear, you've already given me the most precious thing you have. This is nothing in comparison," Akio said with a light chuckle.

"Mmm... Akio," Kamisato Ayaka shyly kissed Akio.

Her lover's sweet words always made the young girl blush.

"This sword is called Sode no Shirayuki, and it possesses immense cryo power," Akio explained. "However, this is just a shadow copy. The true form is still with me, but there's not much difference between the two. Their abilities are almost the same."

"I see," Kamisato Ayaka nodded.

"Hold it, and you'll immediately gain the knowledge of how to use it," Akio said softly.

"Mm-hmm," Kamisato Ayaka, no longer hesitant, sat up. The blanket slid off her body, revealing her flawless figure, her skin as pure as snow.

But Kamisato Ayaka didn't mind. After all, she had already given everything to Akio.

She reached out and grasped Sode no Shirayuki. A cool sensation spread through her palm, followed by a flood of knowledge about how to wield the sword, giving her a deep understanding of its power.

"So powerful!" Kamisato Ayaka couldn't put the sword down. It was far stronger than any weapon she had ever owned.

Kamisato Ayaka had a fondness for fine blades, and this one surpassed all her previous treasures. Truly a divine weapon.

After putting away Sode no Shirayuki, Kamisato Ayaka threw herself into Akio's arms, kissing his lips and murmuring, "Akio... love me."

Akio didn't say much. He simply pulled the blanket over them, for a night of passion was worth a thousand pieces of gold.

...

The next morning, Akio opened his eyes to find Kamisato Ayaka already gone from the room.

"Ah~" Akio stretched and saw Kamisato Ayaka walk in.

She was wearing a sky-blue dress, looking pure and ethereal.

"Akio, you're awake," Kamisato Ayaka said with a smile.

Akio nodded, waved his hand, and his clothes automatically dressed him. He got out of bed and asked with a smile, "What were you doing just now, Ayaka?"

"I went out to buy some breakfast. It's outside. Sister Makoto and Sister Himeko are waiting for us," Kamisato Ayaka said.

"I also sparred with Sister Ei earlier to test Sode no Shirayuki," Kamisato Ayaka added, sounding surprised. "The sword's power even affected Sister Ei's movements, but only for a moment."

"And that was without fully releasing its power," Kamisato Ayaka continued. "I think if I fully release it, I might be able to freeze Sister Ei."

To think that it could affect the movements of the Raiden Shogun, whose lightning powers were renowned for their speed and destructive force, was truly astonishing.

"Your power level is still below Ei's. If you could reach her level, fully releasing Sode no Shirayuki would be enough to freeze her completely," Akio said with a smile.

"This weapon is indeed impressive," Raiden Ei's voice came from behind Kamisato Ayaka.

Kamisato Ayaka quickly turned around and saw Raiden Ei standing there.

"Ayaka's strength is already quite formidable, almost on par with Miko. But being able to freeze me for a moment shows just how extraordinary this weapon is," Raiden Ei said. "Ayaka mentioned this is a shadow copy. Do you have another one? I'd like one too."

"I do, but Ei, your power can't activate it. Aside from its sharpness and durability, it's no different from an ordinary katana," Akio explained.

Even so, he took out another Sode no Shirayuki and handed it to Raiden Ei. "Even if you can't use it, it's still a nice collectible."

"That's fine," Raiden Ei took the sword and stored it away. This was the first gift Akio had given her! She would treasure it.

The three of them walked out of the bedroom to find Raiden Makoto and the others already seated and waiting for them.

"Little man, you've got quite the stamina. Ayaka must have had a rough night," Murata Himeko teased as Akio walked out.

"Of course, my body is in top shape," Akio patted his chest. A man could never admit to being weak.

"Sister Himeko, what are you saying?" Kamisato Ayaka chided, her face turning red with embarrassment in front of everyone.

"Alright, alright, let's eat," Raiden Makoto said.

...

After breakfast, Raiden Makoto and the others had official duties to attend to, so they "kicked out" Akio and Murata Himeko, telling them to go enjoy the festival.

"Akio, here, your mask," Murata Himeko handed Akio a half-faced white fox mask.

"Hmm?" Akio looked at Murata Himeko in confusion, not understanding why he needed to wear a mask. He didn't like hiding his identity.

"Come on, you're a deity. If you show up at the festival, the mortals will be too intimidated to have fun," Murata Himeko explained. "If no one's having fun, what's the point of us being there? This white fox mask was made by Saiguu herself."

"That's true," Akio nodded, taking the mask. Mortals revered deities.

The people of Inazuma all knew Akio as the Great Divine Sovereign. Showing up openly would be like when Ei and Lumine went out shopping in the story—everyone would freeze up, and that would be no fun.

In daily life, Akio didn't like sitting high above, putting on an aloof demeanor. That was too boring. He only acted that way when facing enemies.

"Wait, Himeko, let me change my clothes," Akio said. Even with the mask, his divine attire would likely give him away.

With a snap of his fingers, Akio's divine robes transformed into a white robe, similar to the attire of a nobleman from Liyue.

This was a style Kitsune Saiguu had seen in Liyue. She thought it suited Akio perfectly—not too flashy, yet still exuding nobility.

"Wow, you look amazing in that," Murata Himeko praised. Akio truly looked like a dashing young nobleman.

"A peerless young master, as radiant as jade,".

Murata Himeko, too, had changed into a beautiful outfit for the festival, similar to her "Vermilion Knight" attire from her past life, but more modest, revealing nothing.

"My Himeko is also stunning," Akio said with a smile. Himeko had a voluptuous beauty, a true young lady.

Akio offered his arm, and Murata Himeko took it, the two of them walking intimately toward the festival.

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