At the Kamisato estate.
"Hmm, why aren't they back yet?"
Yoimiya, bored, propped herself on the stone table, swaying from side to side.
She occasionally turned her head to look outside, then pouted in disappointment.
"..."
Sakura sat to the side, gently turning the pages of a book.
The warm tea beside her had long gone cold, and she had been staring at it for a while.
As if she were studying a martial arts manual, she was completely absorbed.
Yoimiya happened to glance over and immediately exclaimed in surprise:
"Sister Sakura, is this..."
"Yae Publishing House's limited edition light novel!"
Wow, this was a rare gem, unavailable on the market.
It contained romance stories that young people loved!
Yoimiya leaned closer to Sakura, her eyes full of longing.
She hadn't expected that Sister Sakura, while mature and cool, would surprisingly have a taste for this kind of thing.
This was a new discovery!
"..."
Sakura shot Yoimiya a glance and quietly put down the light novel.
Being interrupted suddenly had made her a little unhappy.
She was right at a crucial part.
"Hehe, sorry."
Yoimiya shrank back, feeling embarrassed.
Before the young girl could feel dejected, a clear, cool voice sounded.
"Here, take it."
Sakura said, pulling out a complete collection.
"G-Gosh, there's so much."
"Sister Sakura, did you rob Yae Publishing House!"
Yoimiya's small face was filled with admiration.
"Just something I picked up, to pass the time," Sakura hummed lightly, her tone indifferent.
Who was that troublesome fox? She was unfamiliar with her. It was good enough that she hadn't beaten her up.
Yoimiya happily cradled the light novels.
Suddenly, she sensed something.
In the distance, Qin Yu and Kamisato Ayaka arrived leisurely.
"You're finally here."
Yoimiya crossed her arms, scrutinizing the two as she looked them up and down.
"Confess now, what were you two doing alone together?"
These two were becoming more and more suspicious!
Qin Yu sat down, rolling his eyes.
"Just go read your light novels... Where did this come from?"
He pointed to the luxurious set on the stone table, looking surprised.
This whole set of light novels must have been expensive.
"Hehe, Sister Sakura picked it up."
"Amazing, right?"
Yoimiya directly exposed Sakura.
Qin Yu's gaze immediately focused on Sakura.
Did anyone actually believe she picked it up?
Kamisato Ayaka smiled and shook her head, saying softly:
"Yoimiya, why don't you come with me to prepare breakfast first?"
"Hooray, it's time to eat!"
Yoimiya perked up at the words and cheered.
The two girls left together.
...
In the courtyard, the atmosphere became quiet once more.
Only Qin Yu and Sakura remained.
Qin Yu propped his face on his hand, feeling a bit bored.
Just then, a gentle breeze blew, carrying a pleasant fragrance.
The weather was clear, a perfect time for flowers to bloom.
Perhaps the gods were in a good mood too.
But clearly, the world's beauty could not attract Qin Yu.
He wanted to find the source of the fragrance.
The next moment, a cool, graceful figure appeared before his eyes.
In the breeze, Sakura's skirt swayed slightly, revealing flawless skin.
She sat there, quiet and beautiful.
It was just that her aura was growing colder, which was a bit regrettable.
A faint smile curved Qin Yu's lips.
He discovered a wild country girl reading.
He contentedly began to admire her large braid.
The more he looked, the more pleasing it became.
"..."
The country girl finally moved.
She looked up and glared at Qin Yu.
"What is it?"
Her tone was as fierce as ever.
Upon hearing this, Qin Yu gently closed his eyes and murmured:
"So fragrant..."
Although it might seem a bit perverted,
This was truly the most sincere thought in his heart.
"Boring."
Sakura's gaze was cold, but she still put down her light novel.
"Sakura, did you go to Yae Publishing House last night?"
"No."
"Where did the light novels come from?"
"I picked them up."
"..."
Qin Yu smiled helplessly.
Chatting with this country girl was truly difficult.
"I don't believe you. Do you know how expensive this set is?"
Sakura snorted at his words.
She had Mora now.
Qin Yu propped his face up and continued:
"It's enough for me to work for the Raiden Shogun for a whole year."
"..."
"Sakura? What's wrong?"
Qin Yu waved his hand in front of her.
This country girl reacted so strongly when the Raiden Shogun was mentioned.
"..."
Sakura was silent for a long time before finally saying softly:
"The Raiden Shogun summoned you. Why didn't you go?"
"Would anything good happen if I went?"
Qin Yu took a piece of dessert from in front of Sakura.
Mmm, this tasted really good.
He was starting to like his current life.
No fighting, and girls to chat with.
What a beautiful life.
If only Sakura wasn't so cold, it would be even better.
Sakura couldn't help but glare at Qin Yu again.
Whether it was because of the Raiden Shogun or the dessert.
"Perhaps she just wants to get to know you."
Her cold voice gained a hint of seriousness.
Qin Yu blinked and looked Sakura up and down.
"You seem to have changed."
"Didn't you look down on the Raiden Shogun before?"
"Why are you speaking up for her now?"
You're acting strange, you have a problem.
Facing Qin Yu's scrutinizing gaze, Sakura snorted.
"You'd better hide for the rest of your life."
With that, she picked up the light novel again.
She quickly flipped through a few pages, rustling loudly.
Qin Yu blinked.
The country girl seemed a little angry.
He quickly offered a piece of dessert as an apology.
"Take your hand away."
Sakura gave Qin Yu a cold look, disgusted.
"Don't be angry."
"I'm not angry."
[Ding, Mysterious Country Girl's Emotion Points +1.]
Qin Yu sighed helplessly. He just wanted to have a nice chat.
"Then how can you calm down?"
"Go to Tenshukaku now."
"..."
Qin Yu's lips twitched.
She really wanted him to face the Musou Isshin before she'd be satisfied, didn't she?
Thinking of this, he also got annoyed.
"The Raiden Shogun is so violent, I'm not going!"
Bang!
The country girl punched the stone table.
Qin Yu immediately raised his hands, "Let's talk things out calmly."
He couldn't afford to mess with this fierce country girl, he couldn't afford it.
"..."
Sakura stared coldly at Qin Yu, lightning flickering in her hand.
Qin Yu suddenly realized and exclaimed in shock:
"Sakura, are you the Raiden Shogun..."
"!"
Sakura's imposing aura suddenly faltered, and she instinctively covered her mask.
In that instant, her usually calm heart fluttered.
What was she avoiding?
For a moment, Sakura fell silent.
Qin Yu's expression became solemn, and he said slowly:
"Are you a fan of the Raiden Shogun?"
?
The country girl's hand slowly clenched.
When they truly meet, she'll strike him twice.
The country girl is holding a grudge.