The atmosphere at the scene was stifling.
"..."
This was a death trap question.
How should he respond?
Everyone looked at the silent youth.
Kujou Sara crossed her arms, her cold eyes narrowing.
Her expression was icy as she looked at the silent Sakura.
"You won't say, will you?"
"Then take her down!"
Just as she was about to give the order,
Qin Yu sighed softly and looked up, saying:
"It was just a private spar."
"In Inazuma, we all respect the Divine General."
"Sakura is also a friend of Guuji Yae."
However, Kujou Sara didn't give him a chance to argue.
She seemed to have anticipated Qin Yu's response.
Looking to one spot, she said, "Come out."
The next moment, a man emerged.
He wore tattered cloth and a straw hat.
He looked at Qin Yu with ill intent.
"..."
Qin Yu's pupils contracted.
He didn't know who this man was.
But this disheveled appearance...
Was very similar to the person who attempted to assassinate Kamisato Ayaka on the street earlier that day!
Were they working together?
The man forced a smile and quickly said,
"My Lord, the situation is absolutely true."
"Here, there is a shrine maiden who does not believe in the Electro Archon!"
Upon hearing this, the entire crowd gasped.
A shrine maiden who did not believe in the gods was considered an ill omen.
It was no different from the Abyss Order!
All eyes turned to Sakura.
After all, her stance on the Raiden Shogun...
Kujou Sara signaled for the man to step back.
"She is connected to the seal on Yashiori Island."
"She must cooperate with the investigation."
As she spoke, she glared coldly at Kamisato Ayaka.
"This matter concerns the Divine General."
"I hope Princess Hanamizaka does not act foolishly."
The implication was clear: Sakura had to be taken away.
Even the Yashiro Commission could not interfere.
"..."
Kamisato Ayaka's delicate face was grave, and she remained silent.
She hadn't expected it to involve the Raiden Shogun.
This was beyond the scope of the Tri-Commissions.
"His identity is unknown, how can we easily believe him?"
Kujou Sara, having anticipated this, said coldly,
"He is a trusted scout of the Kujou Clan head."
"He also brought the intelligence from Yashiori Island."
"Are there any further questions?"
The man stood behind her, a sinister smile directed at Qin Yu.
Qin Yu's pupils constricted.
This was a huge problem.
This man was in league with the current head of the Tenryou Commission, Kujou Takayuki.
Together with the Fatui, they intended to instigate the Vision Hunt Decree.
And the simplest way to make the Raiden Shogun agree to this action...
Was to distort the intelligence from the front lines.
To create a false impression of internal conflict!
Kujou Sara absolutely trusted her clan head at this point.
She wouldn't discern the truth or falsehood of the intelligence.
Qin Yu slowly clenched his fists.
He hadn't expected them to act so quickly.
If this intelligence were to reach the Raiden Shogun,
Would it be the final straw that led to the Vision Hunt Decree?
"Great General Kujou..."
"Take her away!"
Kujou Sara said no more, waving her hand.
The Tenryou Commission samurai let out a synchronized shout and moved forward.
"Wait a moment!"
Qin Yu roared, momentarily stunning the samurai.
Facing Kujou Sara's sharp gaze, he calmly said,
"The Fatui just left with the Commission's envoys."
"And now someone reports this? It's too coincidental."
"Moreover, Sakura is Guuji Yae's friend, how could she..."
Sakura was the key to resolving the Calamity on Yashiori Island.
He couldn't bear to think what would happen if she were taken into the Tenryou Commission, which was riddled with spies.
The lives of everyone on the island were at stake, he absolutely could not back down!
However, before Qin Yu could finish speaking,
Kujou Sara shook her head.
"Guuji Yae has already contacted me."
With that, she looked towards a young shrine maiden in the distance.
Qin Yu instinctively followed her gaze.
His sense of unease intensified.
The shrine maiden lowered her head and said,
"This is a message from Guuji Yae."
"'That woman is just a country bumpkin from the countryside.'"
"'If anything happens, feel free to investigate.'"
"'The shrine will not interfere!'"
With that, Kujou Sara nodded slightly.
"Qin Yu, what else do you have to say?"
What...
Qin Yu's eyes widened.
He had calculated everything, but he never expected...
That the damn sly fox would drag him down at this critical moment!
A single explanation would have dispelled the doubts.
Damn it, what was she planning now?
She was truly up to no good!
Qin Yu suddenly realized.
He had unwittingly stumbled into a deep pit.
A deep pit concerning this country girl.
"W-what are we going to do?"
Sister Sakura and Qin Yu are going to be taken away!
Yoimiya was anxious and looked to Kamisato Ayaka for help.
The latter shook her head, silent.
There was truly no better option now.
It concerned the Raiden Shogun, and Guuji Yae's attitude was ambiguous.
It was a dead end.
"Take them away!"
The Tenryou Commission samurai slowly surrounded them.
Qin Yu's gaze turned somber.
He looked behind him at the cool, elegant silhouette.
It was too late to question now.
He only knew that action was needed.
He was already at loggerheads with the Fatui.
If he surrendered, he would truly be waiting for death.
Unless the Raiden Shogun intervened and granted him immunity.
But was that possible?
Impossible! She wasn't by his side!
It would be a miracle if she didn't strike him down!
Just then, a clear, cold voice sounded by his ear.
"Hide behind me."
Qin Yu was startled and instinctively looked beside him.
"You..."
At some unknown point, Sakura was standing beside him.
Her cool, mature, purple hair fluttered in the wind, both dashing and beautiful.
"Before I buy my sweets, you must stay by my side."
"No refusals allowed."
Sakura said seriously.
Like a noble queen choosing her knight.
Qin Yu smiled, "What a strange reason."
Sakura proudly raised her chin and said coldly,
"This reason... is enough!"
Kujou Sara's cold eyes flashed with lightning.
"You wish to resist?"
Sakura remained unfazed, grabbing Qin Yu's hand.
She didn't seem to care about the Tenryou Commission army at all.
Sister, you've got this covered, right!
"..."
Qin Yu said strangely, "I don't need your protection."
The cool country girl gave him a cold glance.
"Shut up."
"...Okay."
The next moment, lightning flashed.
Sakura actually conjured lightning with her bare hands.
She looked like she was about to level Mount Imeyama!
The crowd screamed and fled.
"Holy cow!"
The previous informant's face changed drastically.
In his panic, he hastily fled.
"Engage!"
The Tenryou Commission samurai roared and charged forward fiercely.
"Insolence!"
Sakura snorted coldly, about to make a move.
Qin Yu quickly pulled Sakura back and shouted amidst the thunder:
"They are all true warriors of Inazuma, don't kill them!"
Although Inazuma was thoroughly infiltrated,
The soldiers under Kujou Sara were a clear stream.
At least they were soldiers who truly fought for Inazuma.
They just happened to be under that old scoundrel Kujou Takayuki.
Sakura calmed down.
She knew these samurai were different from the Commission's envoys.
"Tell me what to do."
"Of course, we'll break through and catch the informant!"
If they could find evidence of Kujou Takayuki's collusion with the Fatui,
Perhaps they could prevent the Raiden Shogun from making the decision for the Vision Hunt Decree!
"Alright."
Sakura's gaze locked onto a spot.
But the man had already vanished.
Moreover, numerous samurai were charging forward.
Sakura suddenly looked at Qin Yu and said calmly,
"Hold on tight to me."
Qin Yu, who was about to engage, instinctively said,
"What did you say... Huh?!"
Before Qin Yu could finish speaking.
An irresistible force came from his waist.
Qin Yu felt as if the whole world was spinning.
The next moment, he seemed to fall into the softest, warmest place in the world.
A deep fragrance wafted towards him.
Qin Yu's eyes widened.
He saw a fair neck, a delicate chin...
Wait, what was that flailing around and blocking his view!
Qin Yu was dumbfounded and couldn't help but shout,
"Am I being princess-carried?!"
Sakura looked down at Qin Yu and said coldly,
"Be quiet!"
"Put me down!"
"Shut up!"
"But I'm a man!"
[Ding! Country bumpkin's emotional points +1!]
Sakura ignored his protest and, holding him, leaped.
With a flash of lightning, she pursued the fleeing man.
...
In short, the scene suddenly became bizarre.
The samurai seemed struck by lightning, momentarily stunned.
The army consisted of single dogs; who had ever seen such a display?
Kamisato Ayaka and Yoimiya were both astonished.
What was going on? Sakura just carried Qin Yu away.
Are country women all like this when they snatch men?!
Kujou Sara's face turned ashen.
Shameless woman.
Not even a tenth of the Divine General's grace!
"What are you standing around for? Chase after them!"
"Yes, sir!"
...
In the distance, a charming pink figure appeared.
She was nibbling on melon seeds, leaning against a tree, watching the show.
But clearly, she was also stunned.
She didn't even notice the melon seeds falling to the ground.
After a long while, the fox-eared woman came to her senses.
"Marvelous, absolutely marvelous!"
She had adapted so well to this identity.
Was it because of Qin Yu?
"As expected of you."
The familiar, alluring smile reappeared.
Humans were frail, so carrying them was simpler and more efficient.
Come to think of it, it wasn't that surprising.
"Oh dear, you won't blame me, will you?"
"After all, revealing your identity here..."
"'The country girl's journey to the city would end right here?'"
"Have more fun."
"Don't be so withdrawn next time."
The fox-eared woman smiled and offered her quiet blessings.