I, with my frail and sickly body, simultaneously traverse hundreds of worlds.

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“Just a small group of Originium bugs.” After saying that, Terra Bage closed her eyes again.

"Should I call it Sarkaz?" Razer's lips twitched.

"What a cool guy, be careful he won't have any luck with women in the future~" Franka remarked directly.

The Greek Runaway Prince: Chapter Eleven - After the Moon Goddess comes the Sun God, that's common knowledge.

The morning sun rises from the horizon, the bright moon hangs low, and the sun and moon are in the same sky.

The blessing of the moon goddess gradually faded, and the continuous flow of power dissipated completely.

"The sense of loss is quite large. I now understand why cultivators in novels feel so desperate when their power is destroyed. The feeling of being powerless again after experiencing great power is really hard to get used to."

Walking through the damp woods, Bai Zhi sighed, her eyes constantly scanning her surroundings. The abilities shared by the Celestial Realm Bai Zhi compensated for her shortcomings: wilderness survival, vigilance, and ability to endure loneliness.

Wandering in lawless territory, losing even a little attention is tantamount to courting death.

Observing the traces left by the wild beasts, Bai Zhi took out the dried food she had taken from Atalanta from her storage bag, and filled her stomach while avoiding the wild beasts' tracks.

Currently, he is facing a small problem.

Bai Zhi got lost, or rather, he didn't know which direction to go to reach the Caucasus Mountains.

If Bai Zhi were in the Kingdom of Aeolus, she would have specifically looked into it. However, after falling into a coma, she inexplicably (as if a god intervened) appeared in the forest of Arcadia, and she was completely clueless about where to go.

However, he didn't take it to heart, after all...

"Lady Hera will eventually guide me to my destination."

Just after Bai Zhi finished breakfast, a beautiful and melodious zither tune rang out from the depths of the forest.

"The music is truly melodious. It doesn't form a melody; it's just the sound of strings being plucked casually, yet it has such charm. He is a master musician."

Having been raised in aristocratic circles, Bai Zhi had achieved some success in playing the seven-stringed zither. He could tell from just a few melodies that the performer's skill was beyond his own.

The music seemed to possess a bewitching charm, and Bai Zhi unconsciously stopped and walked towards the direction of the music.

"Wait! What am I doing...?"

Bai Zhi was jostled by a wild boar when he finally snapped out of his dazed state and saw the wild animals walking alongside him—black bears, wild boars, elk, white foxes, lions, lambs, and even a three-eyed monster—all drawn by the music.

Bai Zhi's expression changed slightly.

Being deluded is not a good sign.

The famous Sirens in Greek mythology, with their human heads and eagle bodies, used their songs to enthrall passing sailors, causing their ships to run aground and sink.

The possibility of sirens in the forest has been ruled out, but the situation in the forest is still far from optimistic.

The main narrative of Greek mythology revolves around the twelve Olympian gods, while the secondary goddesses, who are scattered across the earth, represent the lesser gods in Greek mythology.

Nymph goddesses, also known as nymph spirits or fairies, are spirits created from nature. They are usually depicted as charming young girls and appear in places such as mountains, forests, fields, springs, and the sea.

They don't age or get sick, but they do die.

They could also give birth to immortal offspring of the gods through their union with them.

However, this does not mean that encountering a nymph is a good thing. Greek mythology records countless heroes who were favored and seduced by nymphs.

One of these cases is related to the Argonautical legend of Angelica sinensis's future. Hercules's adopted son, Hylas, was spotted by a nymph by the river during his journey and dragged into the water and abducted.

Thinking of this, Bai Zhi resisted the temptation and turned to run away. However, the bewitching power of the music made him turn back after running a distance and head towards the sound of the music.

Fortunately, things weren't as bad as he had anticipated.

Passing through the dense jungle, deep in the forest, a handsome blond man, bathed in the light of the rising sun, lies on his side on a laurel tree.

He held a golden harp, his fingers plucking the strings; clearly, this was the player.

As the music began, the wild beasts and magical creatures that had rushed over quietly settled in the corners. Carnivores, herbivores, hunters and prey, natural enemies and protons all listened quietly to the melodious music, and the scene was filled with the beauty of order.

Beautiful music reached her ears. Bai Zhi looked at the blond man in front of her with a slightly complicated expression. He quickly guessed the identity of the man who had appeared before.

When talking about Artemis, one cannot help but mention her twin brother, Apollo, the god of light, who possessed multiple divine powers, including light, prophecy, music, and medicine.

One of the twelve Olympian gods of Greece.

Apollo's lyre music possesses a magical charm; all beings, whether intelligent or driven by simple instincts, are moved by the music that draws the nine Muses.

Hearing about something for a long time is not as good as seeing it for yourself. Only after experiencing it firsthand can you understand what it means for sound to communicate with the divine.

When Bai Zhi was immersed in her own thoughts.

Apollo quietly opened his eyes, staring at him strangely with a hint of malice, but then his expression turned to astonishment.

'Hera, that woman, came to me to ask for this child... Wait, why do I sense Artemis's presence...?'

As the plucked strings slowed, the melody came to its finale. Apollo's mind was in turmoil, and the music was no longer pure. As the god of music, he would not allow himself to play discordant music.

Apollo and Hera did not have a good relationship. When he and Artemis' mother, the goddess of nurturing Leto, were pregnant, Hera persecuted them. In the end, Asteria turned into an island so that the siblings could be born safely.

Although the feud between the gods has eased somewhat over the years, Apollo and Artemis still dislike Hera.

One can imagine what their feelings were when Hera came to ask them for help with the child Hera spoke of.

Having driven away the beasts, Apollo came to Bai Zhi's side and looked her up and down. This child, who was Hera's child, was also a sacrifice to the gods.

“I really like the melodies you’ve presented in the past,” Apollo praised, then changed the subject and asked curiously, “What happened between you and Artemis, and why did she give you her blessing?”

In the eyes of the god, he easily sensed the blessing in Bai Zhi's heart.

Blessings are not merely verbal blessings, but also a manifestation of authority.

The reason Artemis possessed the power to command the sky and thunder was that Zeus granted her this power.

"Lord Apollo."

Bai Zhi performed the proper rituals, which was a sign of reverence for the deity.

"Lady Artemis taught me the art of archery, and her blessing was a wish she gave me before parting; she hoped that I would become a true hero."

"The skills taught by the gods..." Apollo murmured softly.

Hera's request to the gods was to teach Angelica the skills necessary to become a hero.

However, my dear sister.

Having superb skills but lacking superb power is like a hanging garden or a suspended pavilion; it may look glamorous on the surface, but it is actually mediocre, neither good nor bad.

Is this why you gave this child your blessing?

It was to make amends, or it was for revenge.

Let this child be transformed from Hera's child into a hero of the gods...

The Greek Runaway Prince: Chapter Twelve - What is Music? It's the Bond Between People's Hearts.

Today, though I did not wish for this confrontation, it is unavoidable.

When it comes to Greece, the last thing Bai Zhi wanted to encounter was the gods.

Apollo, the most handsome male god, also has a relatively good personality among the gods.

However, Bai Zhi did not want to meet him.

After all, this male god's sexual orientation is inherited from Zeus, who has two swords. Whether male or female, as long as they are handsome, they may catch his eye.

Although saying this might sound like boasting, but...

I, Diomedes Bhaijaan Jason, am a handsome, blond-haired, rosy-cheeked young man.

Fortunately, this time Apollo realized he had other motives.

“Diomedes, that is your name.”

Apollo reached into the sunlight and pulled out a wooden seven-stringed lyre, handing it to Bai Zhi.

"Let me hear your melody. You must not have practiced for a while. How much has your skill deteriorated?"

Apollo, who is in charge of various divine duties such as light, prophecy, music, and medicine, is also considered to be among the best in combat among the twelve Olympian gods, with chariots and bows and arrows being his main weapons.

However, Artemis taught Angelica how to use a bow and arrow, but he did not have a warhorse or a chariot.

Harboring resentment towards Hera, Apollo misinterpreted her request.

Music was also a divine function of Apollo, and coincidentally, when Bai Zhi prayed to him, she played the lyre as a sacrifice, so her talent was not bad.

Bai Zhi took the seven-stringed zither and played a familiar tune.

The melody once again resounded through the forest, but compared to before, the difference was like an insurmountable chasm.

During the process, Apollo listened quietly without offering any opinions, but Bai Zhi felt uneasy. Her finger movements became much stiffer, and the force and angle of her movements were flawed.

He could be compared to an ordinary bard, but for a master of the zither, his shortcomings were too obvious, especially since the audience was a god who held the power of music.

When the music ended, Bai Zhi breathed a sigh of relief, awaiting Apollo's reprimand.

However, the situation was different from what he had imagined.

Apollo played the same melody once more and said regretfully, "Your foundation is solid, but your control of power is insufficient. Due to Artemis's teachings, your skill has declined, Diomedes. I am somewhat disappointed. Answer me, what does music represent in your eyes?"

The level of neglect was greater than Apollo had imagined, which made the god feel sorry for him. Although Bai Zhi was Hera's child, the fact that she had been sacrificed to him was beyond doubt.

A promising talent has been wasted. Apollo doesn't want to see that go to waste. Bai Zhi's answer next shows how serious Apollo is about teaching her.

As for the gap between him and Hera?

Apollo perfectly inherited the capriciousness and fickleness of Zeus, just like the Greek gods.

Music is described as an art form consisting of regularly organized, timed sound waves.

The first thing that came to her mind was a short piece of scientific information; Bai Zhi knew that this wasn't what Apollo wanted to hear.

There's an unspoken rule in Greece: never lie to the gods. If your words contain any falsehood, the gods will immediately sense it.

Of the twelve Olympian gods, only Hermes has the right to lie to the gods.

"To me, music is language, it is narration, it is words that reveal my thoughts and feelings." In fact, he had not considered the metaphysical principles in terms of concepts, but since he was asked the question, Bai Zhi spoke frankly.

"Different melodies reflect different emotions and the situations that people want to express. There are gaps and barriers between people. Even the closest family members have their own thoughts and dark sides. People who are far apart rely on communication to maintain the distance between their hearts. However, the differences in language, species, culture, ideas, and beliefs cannot eliminate the gaps in the barriers. This is normal."

However, the world is fluid, while music is eternal. Through music, one can understand the emotions that the performer wants to express; through music, enemies can shake hands and make peace; through music, prey and hunter can coexist on the same land; through music, the living and the dead maintain a bond.

Lord Apollo, perhaps it's just my imagination, but music is a boundless bridge of communication between people, shortening the distance between hearts, and also shortening the connection between humans and gods.

These insights are not solely those of the Greek Angelica, but also encompass the reflections of other Angelicas. Therefore, in the final sentence, he crossed the line by offending the gods.

His back was covered in cold sweat. After calming down, he realized what disrespectful things he had just said.

I hope I won't get killed.

Despite her inner turmoil and anxiety, Bai Zhi forced herself to maintain a calm and composed facade.

Fortunately, Apollo only glanced at him and didn't take it to heart; his mind was preoccupied with the insights he had just gained.

"A bridge for communication between hearts...interesting."

With a slight smile, Apollo's initial skepticism towards Bai Zhi dissipated, replaced by curiosity.

Curious about the human before him, if he mastered his musical skills, he would be able to compose such a melody.

“Artemis taught you archery, and my skill is the same as my sister’s. Would you like to study music with me? I want to hear the melody that resonates within you, connecting all things.”

Music? Why music? What's the use of practicing music? To become a bard who sings praises of the gods' great deeds?

It's too early to wait for Mondstadt's Anemo Archon to take the title of strongest bard. Even Genshin Impact's Bai Zhi is probably still stuck somewhere.

Moreover, I know that you, Apollo, do not get along with Hera and do not want to help the wicked. But since Hera wants me to be a hero, no matter what my own thoughts are or what other mistakes I may have, the gods do not mind giving the Queen face.

But I'm not so lucky. After becoming a hero, the gods' attention is gone, and relying on external forces, I'm not confident in facing the enemies I've made through my heroic deeds.

At least in the original mythology, Bai Zhi is not confident that she can solve Medea's troubles.

Who is Medea? She is a divine magician taught by the goddess Hecate, and her magical skills are far from the lackluster performance she displayed in the future Holy Grail War.

At least teach me archery. I haven't mastered Artemis's skills yet, so it would be helpful if you could give me some pointers.

Faced with music instruction that was utterly useless for her future, Bai Zhi's choice was clear—

“It is my honor, Lord Apollo.” Bai Zhi bowed her head and performed a scholar’s ​​salute, then quickly added, “However, I am of dull talent, so please bear with me during my cultivation.”

Don't be ridiculous. When a deity speaks, they never give the other party the right to refuse.

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