That strand of drifting hair was particularly striking.
"..."
The coldness on the indifferent and calm Raiden gradually dissipated.
Everything Qin Yu had accomplished surprised her.
Under the moonlight, the duel the young man impulsively agreed to.
He had truly, honorably, fulfilled it.
To achieve this, he had crossed all of Inazuma City.
He had broken through countless Tenryou Commission elites who stood in his way.
And... he had dared to raise his blade against a god.
All to fulfill that night's...
promise to the shrine maiden named "Sakura."
"Huu."
Raiden's purple eyes lowered slightly.
As the loser, she should have felt shame.
But within this vast and silent Tenshukaku,
the sense of fullness in her heart was becoming warm.
This complex feeling... made her frown slightly.
Raiden did not understand what this was.
"Ding—"
The Musou Isshin in her hand was quietly lowered.
Although she had countless reasons for this duel,
the outcome was already clear.
She had lost, and Qin Yu had won.
It was already over.
What kind of sword technique was that?
Suddenly, a gentle breeze brushed past her face.
Qin Yu extended his hand to Raiden.
The General, lost in her defeat, trembled her eyelashes.
She did not react, merely watching Qin Yu approach.
As the victor, what would he do to her?
However, nothing happened.
"General, how was this strike?"
Qin Yu appeared from the lightning, smiling.
He casually clasped that strand of hair firmly in his hand.
A faint, pleasant fragrance wafted over, and someone's lips couldn't help but curl upwards.
This memento was extremely precious; it had to be preserved well.
For a moment, Qin Yu held the strand of hair, utterly delighted.
"..."
Raiden's previously soft expression turned cold.
Looking at the person who was gradually ignoring her, her gaze sharpened.
Did she not even compare to a few strands of hair?
"What are you doing!"
Raiden raised her blade, her tone fierce.
"Ahem, General."
Qin Yu realized something was wrong and hid his hand behind his back.
Anyway, it was in his possession now, and he wouldn't hand it back.
"Hm?"
"...General, your hair is very well-maintained."
"!"
"I'm sorry."
The two met each other's gazes, maintaining a strange silence.
Raiden held Musou Isshin high, delaying her attack.
Qin Yu stood respectfully, awaiting his judgment.
After all, she was his superior.
He couldn't talk back casually.
"Hmph."
Raiden stared at Qin Yu for a long time before lightly humming.
And then came...
Suddenly, outside the Tenshukaku.
"General—!"
A noisy voice rang out.
Raiden's brow furrowed.
Had the barrier outside been unconsciously withdrawn?
Qin Yu looked over.
Then, he helplessly shook his head and sighed softly:
"Why is it this old bastard again."
That's right, it was naturally the samurai from outside who charged in.
And as the head of the Tenryou Commission, Kujou Takayuki was naturally among them.
At this moment, he drew his katana and led the charge.
Staring at Qin Yu, his eyes were fierce.
"Qin Yu dares to offend the General!"
"I, Kujou Takayuki, will surely share the General's burden!"
His murderous aura was quite imposing.
"..."
In Raiden's eyes, a flicker of disgust flashed.
She already knew all the evidence of the two Commissioners' crimes.
Her not having gone after the Tenryou Commission immediately was already mercy.
And yet, they had to disturb her at this moment!
"?"
Inside the Tenshukaku, there was a sudden silence.
Kujou Takayuki and the samurai froze in place.
The moment they entered, they felt the General's icy aura.
Was... was it not a good time to arrive?
"Hmph, noisy."
Raiden snorted coldly and turned away.
"G-General!"
Kujou Takayuki quickly prostrated himself, respectfully saying:
"Qin Yu has offended the General, I beg you to pass down divine punishment!"
This time, he couldn't completely subdue this scoundrel?!
Qin Yu's expression was strange, and he shook his head.
"Kid, shaking your head now won't save you!"
Kujou Takayuki sneered and berated him.
"Enough."
A clear, majestic voice echoed in the Tenshukaku.
Kujou Takayuki's expression faltered, and he pointed at Qin Yu.
Why did it feel like... the atmosphere was not right?
And shouldn't they be in the middle of a duel?
Then why was Qin Yu still standing there!
"Hello."
Qin Yu waved his hand and smiled.
"??"
The elite samurai of the Tenryou Commission looked at each other.
They were a bit confused about the current situation.
They had expected to witness the General's majestic display of swordsmanship.
But...
Qin Yu chuckled softly.
I see you truly don't understand.
When the General gives her order, you'll be dumbfounded.
Just then, Raiden, her back to everyone, waved her hand.
"Tenryou Commission, hear my command."
"Yes, General!"
A large number of Tenryou Commission elites saluted and shouted in unison.
"Apprehend Qin Yu."
The clear voice rang out, full of authority.
"Hm, apprehend him."
Qin Yu agreed with a nod.
It was about time to deal with that old bastard Kujou Takayuki... Hm?
Mid-thought, Qin Yu abruptly turned his head.
The General at the end of his gaze was crossing her arms.
Her long hair cascaded down, her figure was breathtakingly beautiful.
Qin Yu couldn't help but ask:
"Wait, apprehend whom?!"
This is not right!
Before Qin Yu could fully process it.
The samurai, like hungry wolves, began to ready themselves.
"Kid, I've disliked you for a long time!"
"The General has issued an order, what else do you have to say!"
Kujou Takayuki waved his hand, "Charge!"
"!"
After a chaotic struggle, Qin Yu was captured by the samurai.
A certain person looked at Raiden, completely bewildered.
Revenge, this is definitely intentional revenge!
"Mm."
Raiden nodded slightly, glancing at Qin Yu.
Her mood after losing the duel immediately brightened considerably.
"General, how should he be dealt with!"
Kujou Takayuki shouted joyfully.
"..."
Qin Yu simply stopped talking and glared at Raiden.
This is bullying an honest person!
"Deal with him..."
Raiden pondered for a moment and slowly paced.
However, no one noticed.
The majestic General's lips curved slightly upwards.
"Blindfold Qin Yu."
"And bring him to my private chambers."
"Yes, General!"
The Tenryou Commission samurai roared.
They pulled Qin Yu and started walking out.
"Where are you going?"
Raiden snorted coldly.
"?"
Everyone froze.
Didn't you say you wanted to...
Wait a minute.
It doesn't seem like he's being thrown out.
"To my private chambers, I do not wish to repeat myself."
"And do not let Qin Yu get hurt."
Raiden flicked her sleeve and vanished.
The Tenryou Commission samurai, including Kujou Takayuki, were stunned.
Wait, something is not right.
"I also feel something is not right."
Qin Yu blinked his eyes, and they stared at each other.
"Hm?!!!"