Purification and Fusion, once again, two extremely rare Development Abilities.
Freya could already tell that her little brother had a thing for tinkering with these exotic, unusual abilities. He always seemed to deliberately pick them.
But this time, even she thought Renjiro's choices made perfect sense.
Because…
Purification is a Development Ability that can suppress, dispel, and remove any negative effects.
Currently, in the entire Orario continent, only one person possesses a similar ability:
The leader of the Dian Cecht Familia, the Dea Saint, Airmid Teasanare.
Her high-level healing magic, Dia Fratel, simultaneously achieves healing, detoxification, and curse removal.
In other words, aside from her, anyone else wanting to break a curse would have to either destroy the casting tool or somehow force the caster to remove it themselves.
The most direct method? Kill the caster.
For Renjiro, after understanding the exact effect of Purification, there was no hesitation in choosing it.
As always, his priority was self-preservation, this life-saving skill belonged to him.
Meanwhile, Lumine took the more potent potential ability: Fusion.
There was no doubt that both abilities stemmed from the Traveler Twins' innate traits. In Genshin, the Traveler has repeatedly demonstrated the power to purify corruption and fuse external elements.
Especially in the opening PV, which was loaded with foreshadowing, the Traveler's elemental crystal ornaments were all pure white.
Ask yourself: What color results when the seven colors of the rainbow merge together?
Answer: White.
Before transmigrating, many players, including Renjiro himself, speculated that the Traveler might gain the power of light by fusing all seven elements and amplifying it with countless wishes.
After all, the official protagonist, Renjiro (Aether), carries the English name Aether, the legendary fifth element, Ether.
In short…
"A brilliance bestows upon the worthy, huh?"
This was one of the playful speculations Renjiro had encountered while living on Earth.
Now, I actually get to test it myself, huh…
Truthfully, he was genuinely excited about this.
As for the difference between Lumine's Fusion and his own Synthesis…
"I still feel like I'm missing something."
These weren't Renjiro's thoughts.
They were Lumine's, a distinct personality sharing a similar consciousness with Aether, communicated faintly through the spiritual link.
He couldn't pinpoint exactly what Lumine lacked, but instinct told him: For choosing Development Abilities now, Fusion is the right choice.
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"Alright, your Status have been fully updated."
From the throne, Freya looked at Renjiro (Aether).
"Now it's time to update your Status as your main body, right?"
"Yeah, thanks, sister."
At her words, Renjiro sat on the 'personal stool,' dispelled the Abyssal Lunar Domain form, and lifted his shirt to expose his back.
With divine blood dripping…
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Higashikata Renjiro
Level: Lv.2
Base Stats: Strength (i-0→h-139), Endurance (i-0→i-86), Dexterity (i-0→h-151), Agility (i-0→h-167), Mana (i-0→g-292)
Development Ability: Synthesis (i)
Skills: Starry Abyss, Crown of Insight, Blessing of the Welkin Moon, Abyssal Moon Realm…
Magic: Paimon Time, Genshin Descent, Abyssal Lunar Domain, Transfer Magic
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"Hmm, in just three or four days, your total Base Stats have already increased by over 800 points, very good."
After handing over the parchment, Freya commented in a satisfied tone:
"Although this advantage comes from your Lv.2 Blessing level stepping into the 'deep layer' alone, which other children (adventurers) could hardly replicate… it's clear you've been overexerting yourself lately."
He chuckled inwardly.
"Even though I don't know what you're worrying about, are my intentions really strong enough to reach this level?"
"You've awakened another skill."
At this moment, the goddess didn't pry into Renjiro's little secrets, giving him some relief. Explaining the 'Scorpio Secret Realm' would have been awkward.
But hearing that he'd unlocked a new skill naturally sparked his interest.
Looking at the parchment in his hand…
"Hmm?"
The dark-haired youth's eyes narrowed.
Why was it this skill?
At the very end of the skills list, clearly written:
[Immortal…]
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After updating his Status, Renjiro resumed the Abyssal Lunar Domain form, took the identity of the Twin Stars, and left Babel Tower for the Twilight Manor.
Finn and the others hadn't arranged to meet at the Central Square.
Because the Loki familia had no idea what Renjiro (Aether) and Lumine were doing these past few days. If they missed the meeting, no one could wait endlessly in the square.
After all, the true core of the dungeon expedition was this sibling pair. If they didn't set the teleport anchor, Finn's team reaching the 50th floor would be in vain.
Thus, Finn's prior arrangements were both foresighted and considerate.
The Palum (smallfolk) hero leader, over forty but still looking like a young boy, thought: If the Twin Stars were late, the team could simply wait a little longer.
Three days ago, when they parted ways, Finn had told Renjiro (Aether) the same thing.
Unlike urgent missions from the guild, exploration in uncharted dungeon areas didn't require excessive haste.
Of course, if Renjiro finished his work quickly and met them on time, Finn and the others would be very happy.
Ultimately, most members of the Loki familia had their own dreams.
Finn wanted to elevate his people so that other races wouldn't look down on the 'weakest' Palum. Reputation was essential.
Riveria longed to explore the unknown, leaving her Elf royal home.
Gres thrived on thrilling, blood-pumping battles.
All of this could be realized in uncharted areas. Adventurers always yearned to advance.
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"You finally arrived."
When Renjiro (Aether) and Lumine reached Twilight Manor, Finn and the others had long been waiting in the first-floor hall.
Predictably…
"Ugh, so slow! How much longer are you going to make us wait?"
Bete's professional translator activated: "Are you done with your tasks yet? We said there's no rush. Waiting a bit longer is fine."
Sweat…
Perhaps due to repeated interactions, Renjiro (Aether) and Lumine were used to the wolfkin youth's tsundere antics.
They greeted everyone warmly.
Apart from Gres, who had left for the Large Tree Labyrinth emergency support mission, the remaining six core members of the Loki familia were present.
Ais, unsure whether Renjiro (Aether) and Lumine would arrive on time, had already donned light armor and hung the well-maintained Desperate at her waist.
Tiona had already bounced over to Lumine's side, full of energy.
At this point…
"Lumine Lumine, what have you two been busy with these past few days? You didn't even ask me to help! I was so bored waiting."
The little angel blurted out curiously.
Lumine smiled and replied:
"It's not exactly a secret~ Freya-sama will report everything to the guild today anyway."
"Hmm?"
The others, especially Finn, Riveria, and Tione, instinctively froze.
They realized a terrifying possibility…
"Could it be…?"
"Yes~"
The mischievous younger sister, teasingly, gave the Loki familia a 'yeah~' gesture.
"Aether and I have already reached Lv.3~!"
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