"So, this gathering..."
Qin Yu raised his hand, questioning.
"Of course, it's for everyone to sit together and have a pleasant chat."
Kamisato Ayaka held Hiyori's hand, her gaze gentle.
The two young ladies stood together, the atmosphere harmonious.
...On the surface, at least.
Qin Yu nodded silently.
Everyone had gathered here for the same purpose.
To relax and exchange experiences.
It was indeed a good choice.
But speaking of pleasant...
His gaze shifted between Kamisato Ayaka and Hiyori.
Would it really be pleasant?
"Mmmph."
Beside them, Yoimiya wrung her hands, appearing small and helpless.
She secretly glanced at Qin Yu.
Hurry up and save me!
"Alright, let's go then."
Qin Yu pondered for a moment and stepped forward.
Without making a fuss, he separated the two women.
If they continued like this, he feared the two young ladies might start fighting.
He had to step up and make a statement.
If he couldn't keep them in check now, what about later?
"..."
As expected, when the two women saw Qin Yu's serious expression,
They each turned away, no longer confronting each other.
"Wow."
Yoimiya's eyes sparkled, feeling like Qin Yu was a hero.
So reassuring!
"Good, then let's depart."
Kamisato Ayaka winked subtly and smiled.
"I'm going too."
Hiyori directly hugged Qin Yu's arm, stating firmly.
Kamisato Ayaka, she would not give up her little Yu!
"But Miss Hiyori, it's very dangerous outside."
Kamisato Ayaka had anticipated this and said with concern.
As a member of the Tenryou Commission, Hiyori was a key figure.
It would be safest for her to remain at the Komore Teahouse for now.
Therefore, for the sake of the Tenryou Commission, for the Inazuman Shogunate...
"It would be safer if Qin Yu and I went out."
Kamisato Ayaka smiled and pulled Qin Yu to her side.
Your little Yu?
Now he's mine.
She winked at Qin Yu.
Master, you don't want your hidden identity to be...
This White Heron Princess of Inazuma, please calm down.
Qin Yu smiled helplessly and nodded slightly at Hiyori.
Staying here was indeed the more prudent course of action.
He would be back soon.
"..."
Hiyori still wanted to say something.
Kamisato Ayaka's gaze then fell upon Yoimiya.
She had almost forgotten.
She hadn't settled the matter of Yoimiya letting Qin Yu run off.
"Ahahaha... Ayaka is right."
Yoimiya felt the pressure from her good friend and conceded inwardly.
As she said this, she took Hiyori's hand.
"Then we'll wait for you here."
She looked pleadingly at Hiyori.
Two young ladies, please stop fighting!
"I'll listen to little Yu."
Hiyori pouted her cheeks and stared at Kamisato Ayaka.
She knew this was not the time to be willful.
After she succeeded the Tenryou Commission...
She would directly report to the Shogun and marry little Yu.
No one would be able to stop her then.
Just wait and be envious!
"Alright, we'll be back soon."
Qin Yu nodded and smiled.
"Is there anything in particular you'd like to eat?"
"Me, me, me!"
Yoimiya's spirits lifted at the mention of food, and she raised her hand.
"This, and also..."
Qin Yu noted down each of the girls' requests.
Naturally, he added dessert at the end.
"Hmm?"
Suddenly, he frowned.
Wait, was someone missing?
He looked up and asked in confusion,
"Where did Sakura go?"
Why had there been no sound from her since they returned to the Komore Teahouse?
Yoimiya recalled and frowned.
"Um... Sister Sakura went out and will be back later."
"It seems she went to Yae Publishing House."
Speaking of which, Sister Sakura had been holding onto that document.
I wonder what she was going to do.
"Understood."
Qin Yu shook his head helplessly.
Hopefully, she wouldn't go and tear down Yae Publishing House.
After some preparations,
"Okay, wait for us to come back."
Qin Yu smiled and waved goodbye to the two women.
Beside him, Kamisato Ayaka put on her fox mask again.
Since they were going out, this was the only way to avoid trouble.
After all, she was the White Heron Princess, respected by the people.
...
Meanwhile, on the other side.
Inazuma City, Yae Publishing House.
"N-no good, Editor-in-Chief!" Kuaishuge
An editor rushed in, almost falling.
Before him, the lazy fox-eared woman sighed.
"Sigh... what's wrong with Yae Publishing House today?"
"So noisy, what kind of conduct is this?"
She narrowed her purple eyes, a hint of displeasure.
*Smack!*
A light novel was slapped onto the desk.
The editor trembled all over, breaking out in a cold sweat.
"What happened?"
Yae Miko stared at the editor, her smile alluring.
If you can't explain it properly, you can get lost.
"It's, it's that woman!"
The editor pointed outside and spoke quickly.
"She's going to... Ah!"
Before he could finish speaking, he let out a startled cry.
Silently, a cold, elegant figure appeared.
She exuded a terrifying chill.
It was none other than Sakura, who had threatened to tear down Yae Publishing House!
"Noisy."
Sakura glanced at the editor and snorted.
"Oh my, we have a distinguished guest."
Yae Miko's lips curved into a smile, and she waved her hand.
"Alright, go back to your work."
"Yes, Editor-in-Chief!"
The editor left, and silence fell upon the room.
Sakura looked at Yae Miko, remaining silent for a long time.
"You've arrived."
After a moment of silence, Yae Miko smiled.
Her gaze shifted to Sakura's hand.
"It seems you've found something extraordinary."
"Ei..."