"Ah! S-haa~ ~ S-haa… There, no! Eek~ ~ Oh oh!…"
In mid-air.
Lumine was dancing with several vines, letting out howls that were indistinguishable between pleasure and pain.
Yae Miko, being an accomplice, was not punished for now; Jack merely let her watch from the side, using this indirect experience to make her feel anxiety and fear.
"Th-that… Husband, how many times did you multiply the sensitivity?!"
To make even Lumine appear so undignified, Yae Miko couldn't even imagine what it would be like if she were in that position.
"Not much, just 50 times."
Jack's mouth, at over thirty degrees Celsius, uttered words that felt like minus thirty degrees Celsius.
It made Yae Miko shiver uncontrollably.
"Is it still too late for me to apologize now?"
"You did nothing wrong, no need to apologize."
"Phew, then—"
"25 times will be enough."
"??"
Yae Miko suspected she had misheard, even her fox ears perked up.
The sounds from Lumine's side gradually subsided.
Clearly, the first round was over.
Next, it was her turn!
"No, Husband! You know I'm not good at these things; 25 times will really break me!!"
However, no matter how Yae Miko pleaded, Jack did not utter another word.
"All explanations are here, Miko!"
Four or five vines stretched out and directly bound Miko's mouth, then, like Traveler, tied her up like a zongzi.
Amidst whimpers, Yae Miko's eyes swirled, and her entire being was lost in an unprecedented surge of intense pleasure.
...
In the latter half of the night, the revelry under the Sacred Sakura Tree ended.
Sky City.
Jack once again arrived at the Magic Workshop.
He had already advised Mona and Lisa to rest first and continue researching prophecy magic targeting the Sacred Sakura Tree tomorrow.
But Lisa and Mona had their reasons.
For example, girls can stay up later than boys.
And it's not a good habit to sleep right after eating your fill.
After saying that, they went to the Magic Workshop, and for a moment, Jack felt like an outsider.
Inside the room.
At this moment, Lisa was making pour-over coffee. She glanced at the newcomer and asked,
"Darling, would you like a cup?"
"A latte, please, thank you."
Jack walked closer, replacing a wave with a kiss.
Lisa skillfully reciprocated, her hands making coffee perfectly steady.
After a long kiss, their lips parted.
Just as Jack was about to lean in again, Lisa pressed her index finger against his lips.
"A witch is good, but don't be too greedy, alright~"
"What happens if I am greedy?"
"Then you will forever fall in love with that witch, and never be free for all eternity."
"Then I've already fallen into the abyss, after all, I've provoked no less than 3 witches, and that's just the ones I can count."
"It's 4, don't forget our little Klee."
"D-daughter counts too?"
"Hehe~ Who knows what you're thinking~"
Jack awkwardly averted his gaze.
This was too much, a forbidden territory!
The two joked for a few minutes, then Jack held Lisa like that, accompanying her as she finished preparing coffee for three.
Afterward, he carried his cup and Mona's cup to a large desk.
Clink~
The coffee cups were gently placed on the table.
Mona, who was drawing with Star Energy Fluid (a basic material for Starlight Magic), looked up and met Jack's gentle gaze.
Jack stroked Mona's head.
"If Traveler and the others could be as diligent as you two, that would be great. While busy, you must also take good care of yourselves."
"Mhm, I ate a bit too much at Narukami Shrine just now, and it's still a bit hot here. I won't be able to sleep unless I do some research to vent it out."
Mona said, pointing to her lower abdomen.
"Alright, just digest that power in your own preferred way. I won't interfere anymore."
The plant essence that Jack provided, which could enhance abilities, could be absorbed as time passed, or one could actively accelerate the process.
There were various ways to accelerate it, such as mentally demanding research and work, or physically demanding training and adventure.
It was precisely because of the excellent Sanity-restoring effect of the plant essence that Mona was able to grasp a corner of Starlight Magic and harness the power of the Void Stars in a very short time.
...
The clock ticked away.
In the quiet Magic Workshop, there was only the rustling of writing and the turning of book pages.
Jack did not participate in their prophecy magic compilation but picked up Mona's Starlight Magic research manuscript and studied the path she had already taken.
He had already learned the specific knowledge through his mental communion with Mona.
However, he still lacked some practical experience, so he needed to rely on his repeated contemplation and thought to digest this fragmented knowledge.
"I understand!!"
Suddenly, Mona pushed back her chair and excitedly shouted at Jack.
"Is there progress on the new magic?"
"Yes! We found the node connecting to the Sacred Sakura Tree!"
"Tell me in detail?"
"Mhm!"
Mona excitedly explained her set of magical theories.
From time to time, Lisa would also fill in the gaps, explaining the meaning of the related formula conversions in Mona's words to Jack.
The nearly twenty-minute passionate speech felt less like a magic lesson to Jack and more like a public lecture on advanced mathematics and linear algebra.
This was not magical at all! But it was very scientific!
"Ahem, I think I understand. So, have you calculated which day to set up the Starshine Prophecy Magic?"
"Uh..."
Mona froze, scratching the back of her head somewhat awkwardly.
"I forgot that the Sacred Sakura Tree is on Teyvat Continent, so the stars here don't apply."
"So, you need to recompile the magic formula?"
"No, darling, don't you have the Creator's authority? At that time, how about changing the sky and earth and making the area around the Sacred Sakura Tree part of your world in advance?"
Lisa thought about the problem comprehensively and immediately offered a sound suggestion.
Jack and Mona exchanged glances.
They felt this plan was highly feasible.
Isolating the area around the Sacred Sakura Tree and bringing it under Jack's control meant that if anything went wrong, he could use his authority to find and fix errors, truly maximizing the safety performance.
"Let's do as Lisa said. I will personally invade... no, conquer the domain around the Sacred Sakura Tree. Mona, when do you estimate the Minecraft World's celestial phenomena will meet the requirements for the prophecy?"
"In 5 days! The celestial phenomena in your world cycle approximately every 30 days. The Starshine energy gathered in 5 days will maximize the success of our magic!"
Mona had long memorized the celestial map patterns of the Minecraft World, and immediately gave an accurate answer.
"Good! Then in 5 days, we will go to the Sacred Sakura Tree to set up the prophecy magic. Now..."
Jack placed one large hand on each of their heads.
"All of you, go back to your rooms and get some good rest!"
"Ara, darling is really strict, but sister doesn't dislike it at all."
"Got it, why are you so nagging like a woman, and! Give me back my hat!"
Mona jumped up, reaching for her hat.
But Jack, being tall and large, just tiptoed slightly, and she couldn't grab it no matter how much she bounced.
In a fit of pique, Mona snorted coldly and stomped hard on Jack's foot.
"Hmph! This Astrologer won't stoop to your level!"
"Tsk tsk, still so fond of bullying people, darling, it seems sister is completely smitten with you this lifetime~"
Lisa's witch hat was also taken, but she didn't try to get it back like Mona. Instead, she quietly held Jack's arm, swaying and rubbing against him as they walked towards home.
It seemed this little glutton wanted an extra meal.
-------------------------------
I've already uploaded 40 chapters of this story on Patreon!
If you enjoy it, come check out the latest chapters in advance.
[patreon.com/TripleCrown07]
Thank you so much for your support!!!
"And If you're enjoying it, drop a Power Stone for me!"