Paimon quickly thought of a compromise. "How about this: we'll help you select some novels first—ones that are easier to understand—and then explain them to you."
Ei said helplessly, "Alright. I consider myself well-read, but reading stories like these... I don't even know what I'm supposed to focus on."
"Still, I'm looking forward to it. This feels very much like Miko's style. It must be interesting."
Paimon nodded. "Leave it to us! Please wait a moment."
Lumine began browsing the books. The first title she saw was: Reincarnated as the Raiden Shogun, Then Became Invincible.
[Venti: Hahaha! This book is even more interesting than that Hilichurl one! I really want to read it!]
[Zhongli: Mm. Generally speaking, I don't particularly enjoy light novels. But upon seeing this title, I find myself quite interested in reading it.]
[Furina: This book? I've already read it. It's indeed quite interesting.]
[Paimon: Huh? You're in Fontaine—how did you get your hands on an Inazuman book?]
[Furina: I sent many people to various nations searching for ways to solve the prophecy. When they returned, they brought back this novel. It's a rare gem of a power fantasy.]
[Paimon: Power fantasy? What's that?]
[Furina: A story that makes you feel exhilarated while reading it.]
[Ei: Miko, is this the kind of thing you've created?]
[Yae Miko: Well? Doesn't it sound exciting?]
The story follows a protagonist who gets struck by lightning under a Thunder Sakura tree and wakes up transformed into the Raiden Shogun. Originally someone who was always bullied and could never do anything right, after becoming the Shogun, he gains infinite martial might and authority. The main appeal of the story seems to be that sense of vindication, along with the gradual growth and transformation of an inferiority-ridden soul.
But now that he's already become the Raiden Shogun... how will the story unfold from here?
After reading the summary, Paimon was speechless. "No wonder Kuroda was nervous. So there are stories like this too."
"Maybe we shouldn't explain this one to Ei. The author might end up facing consequences."
[Ei: Mm. I wouldn't be angry. After all, it's just a book's setting. Settings don't have to follow any logic.]
[Paimon: Ei accepted that surprisingly quickly!]
[Ei: Well, it's not a particularly difficult concept to grasp.]
Lumine commented, "It doesn't really defame the Shogun's image. I actually find it quite novel."
Paimon said indignantly, "If someone turned into Paimon and did things Paimon would never do, I'd feel very uncomfortable!"
[Ningguang: I would feel the same—whether it's good things or bad things. But readers of this book should understand that these are just settings. They probably won't associate it with the real person.]
[Yae Miko: Exactly. So little Paimon's worries are completely unfounded!]
Lumine opened a second book.
The title was: On the Matter of My Chaotic Youth Romance Story.
This book chronicled the love story between an ordinary male protagonist and seven beautiful maidens.
Structured chronologically, it depicted the protagonist's daily life, featuring many heartwarming little vignettes.
The author's writing was solid, the prose smooth, and each character's charm was vividly portrayed.
However, the story cut off at a critical moment—just as the protagonist's childhood friend was about to confess her feelings.
Paimon was utterly speechless at the cliffhanger. "This is so frustrating! Even though I only skimmed it, this girl has loved the protagonist since childhood and devoted everything to him!"