Legends of Runeterra

After enjoying a hearty breakfast together, Li En said goodbye to Ashe and Sejuani, activated [Dimensional Walking] and left.

However, he did not return directly to Ixtal, but came to the capital of Shurima.

As early as when Azir announced that he would pass the throne to Sivir, Li En stayed to accompany Sivir to familiarize herself with the Queen's government affairs. Li En specially brought Atreus who was recuperating in Uzeris.

At that time, Li En thought that he would not be able to return to Uzeris in a short time, so he asked Atreus to come to the capital of Shurima so that he could see him as soon as he woke up.

After all, before returning to Mount Targon, Leona had already told Li En about Atreus' purpose.

However, Atreus' sleep time was much longer than Li En expected, and until he left the capital of Shurima, he showed no sign of waking up.

It was not until after breakfast that Li En realized that the means he left on Atreus had been triggered, which reminded Li En that the other party had woken up.

"Om~!"

Atreus, who was sitting at the dining table and eating food in big mouthfuls, suddenly turned his head and met the eyes of Li En who had revealed his figure.

"Mr. Li En!"

"Good day, Mr. Atreus, you finally woke up."

"Yes, thank you Mr. Li En for arranging someone to take care of me during this period of time."

"Haha~! You're welcome. You've done your best to help us fight against the 'Bakay Beasts'. This is what we should do. Let's continue eating."

"Uh... no thanks, I already..."

"You must be starving after sleeping for so long. It's just a meal. Don't be polite to me."

Lee En said, smiling at the waiter who pulled out a chair for him, and sat down next to Atreus' left hand.

Even though he had just finished a very rich breakfast with Ashe and Sejuani, Li En still picked up the knife and fork, cut a large piece of barbecue in front of him and put it on his plate.

"When you are hungry, you should eat. This is the survival rule for us as 'humans', isn't it?

Mm, it tastes good. It would be perfect if the honey was applied a minute later!"

Seeing Li En eating the barbecue without any restraint, Atreus, who had just started eating for a short time, had an even bigger appetite.

"Come, have some of this honey date tea, it's the most classic drink in Shurima."

"Yes, thank you Mr. Li En."

Atreus held up the cup and Li En tilted the bottle.

"Wow~!"

"Try it."

"Hmm...it's really delicious."

"Haha~! Right, there's also this..."

Li En invited Atreus to taste every dish on the table, commented on the taste of the dishes and briefly introduced the methods and origins of the dishes.

Slowly, the slightly restrained feeling in Atreus' heart disappeared.

I listened attentively to Li En's comments and introduction, enjoyed each dish very comfortably, and felt the deliciousness of various different styles.

"Mr. Li En..."

"If you wish, you can call me Li En. As an equal, how about I just call you Atreus?"

"Of course, Li En first... Li En!"

"Oh, by the way, what did you want to ask me just now?"

"I'm a little curious. You seem to be very knowledgeable about food. You know not only their origins but also their cooking methods very well, just like..."

"Yes, I am also a very good chef!"

"Ah this..."

"What's wrong, are you surprised?"

"Uh... yes, after all, your strength..."

"Hahaha~! There is no rule in this world that requires extraordinary strength, so I'll just be detached from the mundane world. Before I take into account this strength, I'm more of a human being, and tasting delicious food is just one of my many hobbies.

Come to think of it, don’t you have any hobbies?”

"I... yes! I want to be a baker."

"Isn't this great? Apart from anything else, with your arms, kneading dough must be very easy!"

"Well... that's true, but... I always have trouble finding the right timing."

“It’s a small problem. You’ll gain experience after you try it a few times.

Of course, as you gain experience, whether it’s flour or an oven, remember to use your own.”

Li En smiled slightly and made a slight joke.

"..."

Looking at Li En who was smiling calmly, Atreus inexplicably felt that this person, whose strength was comparable to, no, should be said to be a being that was much stronger than the 'Protoss', was more like a gentle and friendly 'person' at this moment, rather than a 'god' who was high up in the holy temple.

Although from Atreus's perspective, the opponent's strength has most likely reached the level of 'near god'.

Although he has strength comparable to that of gods, he does not act superior to others and prefers to be a human being. This makes Atreus sincerely admire Li En.

After all, he had personally experienced the feeling of being a 'Protoss'. At that time, he was unable to control his own body and was fought by the 'Giant God of War'. Only then did Atreus understand more clearly the gap between 'human' and 'god'.

Even Atreus himself, when he first obtained the 'Power of the Stars', could not suppress his feeling of transcendence towards mundane existence, until the 'Giant God of War' deprived him of his body.

"Atreus?"

"Hmm? Sorry Li En, I was a little distracted just now."

"It's okay, as long as it's not because of the 'Star Power'."

"Of course not, Li En, have I gotten rid of that... that 'shackle'?"

As soon as he woke up, Atreus took the initiative to sense the situation in his body. He felt weaker than ever before, but also more relaxed than ever before.

The 'power of the stars' that remained after he was severely damaged by the Darkin named 'Aatrox' finally disappeared after he woke up.

Atreus searched every part of his body, but did not find any trace of the 'power of the stars'.

"Well... not yet, actually."

"Ah!? But the one inside me..."

"Indeed, the 'Star Power' has been dispelled after your consumption and my help, but the 'Star Power' has already affected your soul."

"My...soul!?"

"Yes, that's right. But the good news is that since that being forcibly controlled your body and did not completely 'protoss upgrade' you, the impact is not that great."

"Then... Li En, how can I get rid of this influence?"

"It's very simple. Improving your own strength will also nourish your soul. Then this influence will naturally be eliminated by your stronger soul.

This is the safest and most stable method!"

"Is this so..."

Atreus was silent for a moment, then looked up at Li En.

"I understand, thank you Li En!"

"You're welcome, Atreus. As a friend, I have a method for you to become stronger by completely relying on your own beliefs. Are you interested?"

"I..."

"Come, try it and feel it. I call it 'magnetic field rotation'..."