At this moment, Makoto was examining the Skyward Harp gifted by Venti.
The bow was a bronze color overall, adorned with wind-elemental luminescence around its body.
The bowstring was made of four harp strings, imbued with the power of long winds and the sky.
Makoto also noticed that the Skyward Harp didn't feel heavy in his hand; on the contrary, it had an ineffable lightness.
If elemental power was infused into the Skyward Harp, its size and power could even be altered.
Overall, the Skyward Harp seemed quite suitable for Little Sara, and it might bring a good improvement to Little One.
Recalling his thoughts, Makoto picked up the Skyward Harp and walked step by step towards Sara.
"Little One, do you like this bow and arrow?"
Little Sara was originally eating with gusto when she heard Makoto's voice and instinctively looked up.
At that instant, Little Sara froze.
Because for Sara, only two things could attract her attention:
Primarily Brother Makoto, and secondly, bows and arrows.
Now that both were combined, Little Sara couldn't take her eyes off them.
Furthermore, Sara had used bows and arrows for many years, so she could tell at a glance that the bow and arrow in Makoto's hand were no ordinary items.
They were much, much better than the bows and arrows she had seen in previous archery competitions.
It could be said that the moment Little Sara saw the Skyward Harp, she fell in love with this weapon.
"Brother Makoto, are you really giving this bow and arrow to Sara? Really?"
She asked repeatedly, afraid she had misheard.
Her nervous yet expectant expression made Makoto unable to help but laugh.
He knelt down, gently ruffled Sara's little head, and then said to Sara, "Of course it's real, you didn't mishear."
"As long as you like it, then from today onwards, this bow and arrow is yours to use."
As he spoke, Makoto handed the Skyward Harp to Sara.
"Thank you, Brother Makoto~ Sara really likes this gift!"
Little Sara was overjoyed.
It was evident that she truly loved this bow and arrow.
She deliberately wiped her hands clean, ensuring they were spotless before cradling the Skyward Harp in her arms.
Little Sara tried drawing the Skyward Harp, and the joy in her heart grew even stronger.
Because this bow and arrow was very easy to use; it was the best bow and arrow she had ever seen.
Little Sara secretly resolved that she must regularly maintain the bow and arrow and not let it erode.
Most importantly, this bow and arrow was given to her by Brother Makoto.
She must take good care of it.
Just then, the system's prompt sounded in Makoto's mind.
"Ding! Detected that Sara's friendship has increased from Level 2 to Level 3. Congratulations, Host, you have received one intertwined fate."
Sara's friendship had increased again, and this intertwined fate was obtained quite easily.
However, Makoto did not open the lottery interface, because he noticed that Ayaka beside him was feeling down.
Little One pouted sadly, secretly wiping away tears, not wanting anyone to notice anything amiss.
Her pitiful appearance was heartbreaking.
Seeing this, Makoto quickly asked what was wrong.
"Little One, what's wrong?"
Little Ayaka said tearfully, "Brother Makoto only prepared an extra gift for Sara. There's no longer a place for Ayaka in Brother Makoto's heart."
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Looking at Little One's sad and distressed expression, Makoto finally understood that he had accidentally overturned the vinegar jar in Little One's heart.
In response, Makoto reached out and wiped away the tears on Ayaka's face.
He smiled and explained, "Don't cry, little silly goose. I also prepared a gift for you."
As he spoke, Makoto extended his hand, and a golden light condensed in his palm.
A purple tachi appeared in Makoto's hand; the blade was named 'Mistplitter Reforged'.
When Makoto was Raiden Ei's sparring partner, he specifically drew this sword from Raiden Ei.
In the game, Mistplitter Reforged was Kamisato Ayaka's ultimate Mistplitter.
So Makoto also planned to give this tachi to Little Turtle.
Legend has it that when a warrior uses Mistplitter Reforged to its extreme, they can cut through mountain mists and night fogs with the power of thunder.
If Little Ayaka had this blade, she should be able to go further on the path of swordsmanship.
And upon hearing Makoto say he also prepared a gift, Little Ayaka was no longer as sad.
She had been learning Kamisato-ryū Tach術 since she was young, so she naturally recognized the extraordinary nature of Mistplitter.
Even without swinging it, just holding the blade quietly in her hand, she could faintly feel its sharp sword qi.
To say it could cut iron like mud or slice hair in two would probably be an insult to this sword.
If this sword were wielded to its fullest, it could probably slay a God, right?
Seeing Makoto prepare such a fine blade for her, Little Ayaka felt an indescribable emotion.
However, Little Ayaka did not accept the weapon but instead said in a childish voice, "Thank you, Brother Makoto, for preparing a gift for me. I really like this tachi, I really, really like it."
The little girl paused, then continued, "But, can Ayaka exchange it for another gift?"
"Hmm? What gift do you want?"
"I want to spend more time with Brother Makoto tonight."
"Because Brother Makoto is returning to Liyue tomorrow, Ayaka doesn't want to part with you."
Ayaka also wanted to return to Liyue with Makoto, but for some reasons, she had to stay in Inazuma.
Ayaka didn't want to part with Makoto, so she just wanted to spend more time with Makoto tonight.
Hearing the little girl's adorable idea, Makoto also laughed.
She didn't want an peerless tachi; she just wanted Makoto to spend more time with her.
What kind of gift was that?
The little girl was truly silly.
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