Run? Where could he run to?
Qin Yu wanted to dodge, but found it impossible.
It was as if he was facing real thunder.
How could a mere human be compared to lightning?
He was finished!
Just as Qin Yu thought he was about to meet his end.
The dazzling lightning stopped.
Sakura grabbed his collar with one hand.
The next moment, an irresistible force pulled him.
"Wait a moment!"
Before Qin Yu could react, his body was propelled forward.
What was this country bumpkin doing!
A pleasant, faint fragrance wafted towards him.
This was the first time Qin Yu had observed Sakura at such close range.
The patterns on the fox mask were clearly visible.
Below the mask was a slender, jade-like neck.
Half-hidden alluring scenery.
He could even feel the warm breath of the person in front of him.
So close.
"..."
Sakura's face was hidden by the mask, her reaction unseen.
Suddenly, his waist felt lighter.
Qin Yu subconsciously looked down.
Sakura pulled him closer and, in the same motion, took his saber.
"Clang—!"
The blade was drawn, and a clear ringing echoed.
Unfortunately, only half of it remained, which was rather awkward.
She flicked the blade with her jade finger, her gaze growing more disappointed.
She let out a soft "hmph" and said, "A weapon forged from common iron, useless."
She casually tossed it aside, not giving it another glance.
Her disdain was palpable.
"This is a sword forged by the Tenryou Commission."
Qin Yu's lips twitched, that was a cold assessment of "useless."
Sakura's dismissive look was as if she were looking at a piece of trash.
If this were recorded and posted online in his previous life,
He wondered how many people would discover a peculiar interest.
Was it truly that bad?
Sakura released Qin Yu and said coldly:
"As a samurai, one's sword is one's life."
"How can you be so careless."
Qin Yu said helplessly, "What does it matter when it's free?"
"If I could find someone to forge it, would I be like this?"
Sakura frowned, "Are there no blacksmiths left in Inazuma?"
"There are, but they charge Mora."
"Such trivial Mora, what have you spent it on?"
Qin Yu chuckled, "Just bought you some sweets."
The atmosphere suddenly became awkward.
Both of them looked at the half-eaten sweets.
Silence for a long time.
Sakura turned her face away somewhat unnaturally.
"Could it be... these sweets are very expensive?"
Qin Yu nodded silently.
Sakura said softly, "I was inconsiderate. I apologize."
"Well, consider it a welcome gift."
Since it had already happened, Qin Yu could only say that.
Next time, he'd bother that treacherous kitsune; she had money.
However, the aloof country girl apologizing again was unexpected.
"..."
Just as these thoughts flashed through Qin Yu's mind.
Sakura suddenly reached out.
Seeing her intention, she was going to pick up the blade with her bare hands!
Qin Yu's expression changed, "What are you doing!"
In his haste, he grabbed Sakura's wrist.
The moment they touched, a warm, smooth sensation spread through him.
Sakura slowly raised her face, fixing her gaze on Qin Yu.
Her aura was dangerous.
"Sorry, it was an instinctive reaction."
Qin Yu explained awkwardly.
"Let go."
"You should stay away from that blade first."
"Let go."
"It's dangerous."
"Let go."
Finally, Sakura forcefully shook off Qin Yu's hand.
And directly gripped the blade!
"You're crazy, stop... huh?"
Qin Yu's expression shifted slightly, but before he could finish speaking.
He saw that Sakura's fair, delicate hand showed no signs of injury.
"How did you do that?"
Sakura let out a soft "hmph" and tilted her chin up.
For some reason, Qin Yu felt like he was being shown off to.
The next moment, lightning flashed.
Sakura had actually conjured a sword with her bare hands!
The previously broken sword transformed, now sharp and gleaming.
There was even a faint elemental power.
"A good sword!"
Qin Yu exclaimed instinctively.
And the quality of this sword...
It was so good it touched the limits of Qin Yu's knowledge.
In short, this sword was very powerful.
Sakura said calmly, "This way, it doesn't fall into mediocrity."
Qin Yu took back his saber and gently brushed the blade.
A crisp ringing sound echoed.
The more he looked, the more surprised he became.
"Sakura, thank you so much this time."
The weapon problem that had been troubling him was solved just like that!
Now, if he had to fight the Fatui, it would be a piece of cake.
"With this level of skill, are you a descendant of the Raiden Shogun?"
Sakura tilted her chin slightly, "I know a little."
As she spoke, she silently took another sweet.
Now she could enjoy the delicious treats with peace of mind.
But the calm atmosphere was soon broken.
"Qin Yu! You're hiding here!"
Hurried footsteps approached.
The next moment, a rash and lively girl rushed into the pavilion.
She collided with Qin Yu and Sakura's gaze.
The three looked at each other in silence.
Qin Yu asked strangely, "Yoimiya, what's wrong?"
This greeting brought Yoimiya back to her senses.
"Alright, Qin Yu, I caught you!"
"Bang!"
She directly appeared in front of Qin Yu and slammed her hand on the stone table.
Qin Yu was stunned, what was happening.
Yoimiya pointed at Sakura and questioned:
"Who is she? Are you on a date with her?"
"What are you talking about, she's just a friend of the shrine maiden."
Qin Yu was even more confused.
Why was Yoimiya reacting so strongly?
He felt like there was a monstrous beast behind him.
He couldn't help but crane his neck to look outside the pavilion.
It was quiet outside, nothing there.
"Yoimiya, have you gone mad?"
"You're still laughing! Hurry up and run!"
Yoimiya rained down a flurry of punches on Qin Yu.
"What on earth is going on?"
Seeing that Qin Yu wasn't moving, Yoimiya slumped onto the stone table.
She said with despair, "It's too late, you can't escape now."
"She's coming."
Qin Yu vaguely sensed that something was wrong and was about to ask.
Outside the pavilion, a gentle voice suddenly came.
"Long time no see, Qin Yu."
Kamisato Ayaka opened her fan and elegantly walked into the pavilion.
And then...
She saw the cold and stunning Sakura.
The young lady's gentle gaze turned indifferent.
"Who is this older sister...?"
Qin Yu's heart sank.
Was it too late for him to run now?