"This is actually a misunderstanding," Qin Yu said after a moment of silence, his voice filled with helplessness.
However, his words were met only with the doubtful gazes of the women.
Stare—
"..."
Qin Yu recounted the incident with the Fatui Harbinger, emphasizing that it was a brutal individual. He decided to make up details since he had never met the person, hoping he never would.
"Oh—!"
Yoimiya's small mouth parted in a gasp of understanding. She patted Qin Yu's shoulder. "You were wrongly accused."
Qin Yu breathed a sigh of relief. If even Yoimiya understood, then the explanation was a success.
"I didn't expect you to spare even a Harbinger," Yoimiya said, crossing her arms with a serious expression. The emotional expert of Hanamizaka gradually understood everything. Her good friend was accumulating more rivals.
Qin Yu's face darkened. "What are you talking about?" He had completely misunderstood.
Kamisato Ayaka and Hiiragi Chisato exchanged glances. They understood the Fatui better and felt a sense of unease. Such an organization was definitely not good for Inazuma. *Was that Harbinger pretty and cute? It seems someone had been plotting for a long time.*
"Interrogation is a must!" Yoimiya chimed in, sniffing the air. She could already smell a bad woman.
"You guys..."
Just as Yoimiya was pulling Qin Yu to leave, a voice boomed from outside Tenshukaku. "Who is making noise outside Tenshukaku!"
The Tenryou Commission guards emerged, their gazes unfriendly.
"N-No, it wasn't us!" Yoimiya suddenly shrank back and shouted.
Qin Yu's face darkened. "It's better if you don't say anything, but now you've exposed us."
"Did I cause trouble..."
"What do you think?"
"Boohoo."
...
Inside Tenshukaku, the atmosphere was silent. Yoimiya tiptoed across the floor, feeling a bit restrained. She secretly looked at Qin Yu, blinking frantically. *Save me, Qin Yu!*
"..." Qin Yu silently shook his head and looked into the distance. At the end of his gaze was a majestic and cold silhouette.
"Your Excellency, the General." Beside him, Kamisato Ayaka and Hiiragi Chisato appeared solemn. It was a rare opportunity to meet the General. Although the reason for their entry was a bit unusual...
"Mhm, please, sit anywhere," Ei said lightly, looking out the window.
The women exchanged glances and did not move. They suddenly felt that the General was not as cold as they had imagined. *Was it their illusion?*
"..." Ei subtly glanced at Qin Yu.
"Ahem, everyone, please sit down." Qin Yu understood and was about to find a seat casually. At this crucial moment, he had to set an example.
"!" The women blinked. Qin Yu did not seem nervous in front of the General. It felt as if he had returned home.
"Hm?" The majestic General frowned. *Giving you another chance, find your seat.*
"Ahem." Qin Yu, who had just sat down, stood up again. There was a seat below the steps, closest to Ei. Qin Yu looked at Ei and winked. *It should be there, right?*
The majestic General continued to frown.
"???" Qin Yu realized something. He subconsciously looked at the low table in front of Ei. Beside her, a seat had quietly appeared. Perhaps, probably, possibly...
"Qin Yu?" Amidst the surprised gazes of the women behind him, Qin Yu walked over silently. He arrived beside the majestic General.
"Mhm," Ei nodded slightly, glancing at Qin Yu. *Next time, be more proactive.*
"Pardon the intrusion." The person sat down properly. The familiar scent remained, but the scenery was entirely different. He glanced at the General's long legs beside him, feeling a strange itch and a peculiar thrill. He glanced again.
"Hmph." A cold hum. *Look again, and I'll cut you down.*
Qin Yu kept his eyes straight, wanting to enter a state of Musou. Tenshukaku was a bit hot, and he failed to enter. His heart was still racing...
"Thank you, Your Excellency, the General." The women took their seats obediently, sighing in relief. It seemed the divine being held no grudges. They couldn't help but look at Qin Yu, who was sitting next to the General. *What's your situation?* Qin Yu felt that the water here was very deep...
Just as the women were filled with doubt, Ei said calmly, "Representatives from the Yashiro Commission and the Commission of Establishments are present."
"Yes."
"Qin Yu will henceforth represent the Electro, conveying its will."
"!" Kamisato Ayaka and Hiiragi Chisato exchanged glances. If they understood correctly, Qin Yu was now by the General's side. Such a position was no less than that of the Grand Narukami Shrine Maiden.
"Thank you for your favor, Your Excellency, the General." Qin Yu nodded silently. This had been arranged. Normally, when there were no divine pronouncements, he would just clock in and out, sitting beside Ei. He'd also bring desserts and light novels. Compared to being confined in Tenshukaku before, this was already very good.
Ei's gaze turned slightly cold as she continued, "And the Vision Hunt Decree, the Tri-Commission..." Hiiragi Chisato pursed her lips. *It's finally here.*
"I intend to abolish the Sakoku Decree."
"The Commission of Establishments shall draft a plan and report it at a chosen date." Hiiragi Chisato looked up in surprise, her eyes filled with joy. *The General actually approved of her!*
...
One by one, the divine pronouncements were implemented, and the dust settled. Those who dared to betray the shogunate would naturally be dealt with. Under the will of the divine, the Kujou clan and the Hiiragi clan could not escape their guilt. Qin Yu breathed a sigh of relief. It was over. He suddenly felt like he had survived until the grand finale.
[Ding, it's not over yet.] Qin Yu rolled his eyes inwardly and grumbled, "Didn't you say there would be rewards before?"
[Guaranteed five-star talent.]
"Open!"
...
Just as Qin Yu was "opening his loot" in his mind, Ei lightly sipped her tea and casually asked, "You were making noise earlier, what was it about?"
"Oh, that." Yoimiya blinked and, as if presenting a treasure, took out a wooden puppet. "Your Excellency, the General, it's little Qin Yu. Would you like to touch him?"