Since getting to know Sea King Oshen, the two have often collaborated to trip up the Old Gods in various schemes. Among the dozens of Old Gods Charlotte has dealt with, several were powerful demigods with Divine Artifacts, lured into traps by her and Oshen together.
At that time, Charlotte's Divine Power hadn't accumulated much, and Oshen's strength hadn't fully recovered either.
Of course, whenever they conspired, Charlotte usually handled the mental work, while Oshen took care of the physical work.
All in all, in this world, in this era, making a friend from the True Gods was something Charlotte never expected.
However, things weren't going so smoothly on the side of Moon God Artemis.
The reason is simple. Historical records do not document how He and Lilith met, and when Charlotte sought out Artemis, she found no way to contact Him.
The Elf Clan is currently in a hostile state with the Free City State Alliance. Although Moon God Artemis remains uninvolved, it is precisely because of this that Charlotte has no way in.
It's rumored that Moon God Artemis resides year-round in the Miracle Space of the Elf Clan. Only the high-ranking members of the Elf Clan, the Legendary figures, and demigods can find Him. Similarly, the high-ranking members of the Elf Clan are extremely antagonistic towards the Free City State Alliance, let alone "Lilith," the leader of the alliance.
Under such circumstances, Charlotte had no chance of meeting Him.
The only slight possibility was when Charlotte subtly inquired about it with Sea King Oshen, who should have met Moon God Artemis.
But even Sea King Oshen could not find Him; not to mention the fact that the relationship between Sea King Oshen and the Elf Clan isn't great either. Whenever Charlotte mentioned Artemis before Him, Oshen's expression even became quite unnatural.
Charlotte even suspected that Oshen's slumber might have been orchestrated by the Elf Clan since, after all...to some extent, Sea King Oshen is also seen as an "Outer God" in the eyes of the Elf Clan.
But speaking of which, Sea King Oshen is actually a rather proud deity. One reason Charlotte caught His eye was because she saved Him; the other reason is that her unique Blood Divine Power amazed and intimidated even Him.
From this perspective, anyone who could be a visitor of Oshen is likely a True God as well.
This was a Miracle.
After all, in these three years, Charlotte has never heard of Oshen having any friends other than her.
Thinking of this, Charlotte became a bit curious.
She sighed, saying wistfully:
"I thought we were close enough, but I didn't expect that through our relationship, a third party could wedge themselves in one day..."
However, what surprised Charlotte was that, upon hearing her teasing, Oshen got instantly anxious.
His voice immediately rose:
"What... what do you mean by a third party wedging in?! Eternal Night, you, you, you... don't falsely accuse a God of misconduct! I am not at all close with you! No, I mean, we don't have that kind of close relationship! We are just friends!"
Uh... huh?
Seeing Oshen's hasty king-like demeanor, Charlotte felt increasingly uneasy.
Especially when she saw the expression He was trying hard to hide behind.
Hiss...
This oddly familiar reaction and tone, could it be...
Charlotte harbored a strange suspicion in her heart.
"Eternal Night! Today is really inconvenient; let's talk in a few days! I'll give you an explanation then!"
Charlotte heard a Divine Power transmission from the other party.
Listening to His earnest, urgent yet slightly guilty and nervous tone, Charlotte's expression became even more peculiar.
Clearly, Oshen did not want her to meet His visitor.
Moreover... He didn't seem to want the visitor to misunderstand their relationship either.
Ah this...
Could the visitor be a goddess?
And share a deep relationship with Him?
No way, history doesn't record any romantic involvement for Sea King Oshen...
Charlotte was extremely curious.
But she wasn't the type to be a fifth wheel. Although curious, seeing Oshen's pleading demeanor, she didn't have the heart to continue teasing.
"Alright, I'll come by to visit in a few days then. There are some issues up at the Northern Border, and the Sun Divine Palace plans to act. I can't wait too long; I might need your help."
She said.
Oshen breathed a sigh of relief.
He nodded and quickly said:
"Don't worry! You don't need to come; you've done a favor for me, and you are a friend of mine, Oshen. Once I'm done here, I will head over to aid you!"
As He spoke, He added indignantly:
"Is it not the Sun Divine Palace? Those guys parading the name of the Sun God and doing evil, I disdain them the most! These hypocritical guys are the most nauseating!"
Charlotte looked at Him with an even more peculiar gaze.
Wait a minute, this guy has never really cared about the Sun Divine Palace's affairs, so why the sudden big reaction now?
However, since the opposite party agreed, Charlotte wasn't worried anymore.
Sea King Oceanus is a deity known for keeping their word. This is not only recorded in history but is also consistent with what Charlotte has seen and felt.
Since he said he would help, then he definitely would.
Although Charlotte was still curious about Oceanus's visitor status, but... since Oceanus was so concerned, she might as well retreat.
After all... her purpose for this trip had already been achieved, as for today's events, she could hear about them—no, get an explanation afterwards.
With this thought, Charlotte nodded and smiled:
"In that case, I'll head back first, Oceanus, I wish you a delightful day."
Oceanus's oceanic avatar sighed in relief, his face breaking into a joyful smile.
But in the next moment, a strange female voice suddenly sounded, tender and gentle like a spring breeze brushing against one's face, a clear and melodious yet gentle and serene sound:
"Since a friend has come visiting, why would you decline?"
Oceanus's smile instantly stiffened on his face.
Damn!
This old guy is really on a date with a goddess!
Traitorous scoundrel!
Charlotte's eyes widened immediately.
Yet she forgot in a sense she was now a goddess herself, as long as she didn't speak, she was the kind of stunning beauty with flawless aura.
A fresh scent akin to forest grasses filled the air, a pale silver light slowly appearing over the sea.
Soon, the blood moon in the sky changed abruptly, returning to a silver hue.
In the bright moonlight, a goddess surrounded by dazzling radiance walked gracefully from behind Sea King Oceanus, lightly treading on blooming flowers and green grass.
She was a beautiful goddess in a silver-white long gown.
She had flowing silver-blue hair, sparkling with stars, and her pale blue eyes outlined with a silver moon, her beauty even left Charlotte momentarily stunned.
Having crossed into the otherworldly realm for so long, this was Charlotte's first encounter with someone who could challenge her own reflection in terms of beauty.
If young Charlotte was a budding cutely green bloom, and adult Charlotte was a heroic queen of unparalleled elegance, then this goddess before her exuded the gentle grace of moonlight itself.
Her voice was gentle, her gaze was gentle, and her every move carried an amiable charm and warmth.
And when Charlotte saw that signature Moon Holy Mark on her divine gown, and those characteristic elf-like pointed ears, the identity of her counterpart... became evident.
Moon God... Artemis!
Charlotte immediately gathered her composure.
Seek it high and low, only to find it effortlessly.
She never thought the Moon God Artemis, whom she had been searching for three years, would appear before her like this.
Charlotte couldn't help but glance at the Sea God's avatar who moments ago was signaling at her, only to see his expression stiffen, constantly stealing glances at Moon God Artemis with a look of nervousness that reminded Charlotte of a lovesick friend from her previous life who had pursued a girl for three years.
Charlotte: ...
What a disgraceful god.
Alright, it turns out the deities of this world are quite different from the many works she had read in her past life.
They have joy, anger, sorrow, and happiness, and naturally, they also have love, hate, passion, and resentment. Though possessing great power, ultimately, they are just a group of more powerful beings who have mastered the Power of Laws.
No wonder Oceanus kept stammering, it turns out this guy originally had a thing for the Moon God!
It's just unclear whether it was a one-sided crush or mutual; hmm... probably one-sided, since later written records do not document any love stories between Sea King Oceanus and Moon God Artemis. Instead, many records describe the friendship based on mutual admiration between the Moon God and the Blood True Ancestor.
Thinking of this, Charlotte looked towards Moon God Artemis, slightly nodded with respect, giving a half-salute typical in mythical encounters:
"Eternal Night... greets Moon God Artemis."
Within myths, all are equal in status.
Even if it is a demigod and a True God, at most they perform a half-salute when they meet, as after all, a demigod that has evolved into a myth holds almost all the powers that a True God could, apart from a Divine Position. The difference is merely in accumulation and eventual Divine Enthronement.
Though the accumulation in this gap is vast, in a situation where strength can fully erupt, demigods don't stand a chance against True Gods, but as long as it's within the material realm, due to the constraints of the world's laws, a True God's power can't be fully displayed, so the gap isn't that vast.
Not to mention, the existence of the Divine Artifact gives even mortals a chance to slay gods, let alone demigods and True Gods.
And if you talk about life levels, demigods and True Gods are indeed considered on the same level, both different from mortals who are like ants.
To give an inappropriate yet vivid example, mortals are like bugs, and both demigods and mythical beings are humans standing at the apex of nature, only demigods are just children starting their learning journey while True Gods are adults who have mastered their skills, even graduated.
"I've heard about you a long time ago and have always wanted to meet you. Today, that wish is finally fulfilled. It's a pleasure to meet you, Blood True Ancestor... Your Majesty Lilith."
Moon God Artemis smiled gently, nodding in greeting.
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