"Ei?"
Qin Yu's mouth opened, his posture stiff.
He never expected his superior to suddenly appear here.
And the most crucial point was that the "Divine Child" was also present, that annoying fox!
Judging by the superior's expression, something had clearly been misunderstood.
How was he supposed to explain this sudden "White School" scene?
Just as Qin Yu's brain was overloading.
"The moon is beautiful tonight, don't you think so, Qin Yu?"
A light laugh echoed from behind Qin Yu, carrying a captivating fragrance.
"!"
Qin Yu's body trembled, and his eyes slowly widened.
Because, where Ei couldn't see...
A hand, as soft as boneless, was caressing his body, playfully drawing circles.
Yae Miko seized the opportunity to take advantage, her gaze pleasantly appraising Qin Yu.
Weren't you quite smug when you caught me with that net earlier?
Why have you become so obedient the moment you saw Ei?
So...
You don't want Ei to know about our little secret, do you?
Such a cute little thing~
"Heh... it is indeed beautiful."
Late at night, Qin Yu felt his heart pounding a little faster.
With an annoying fox by his side, ready to report him at any moment, who could stand it?
He glanced at Miko.
At worst, they could expose each other's photos and perish together!
"What are you two doing?"
Under the pale moonlight, Ei strode forward with her long legs.
She repeated the same question, her tone calm.
At the same time, her gaze fell upon Yae Miko, who was gracefully rising to her feet.
In the moonlight, her usually neat pink hair was disheveled, and even her shrine maiden outfit was in disarray.
Her most trusted best friend had a problem.
But...
Ei instinctively met Miko's gaze.
She could sense Miko's exceptionally relaxed and joyful mood at this moment.
This was the first time she had felt this way since the disaster five hundred years ago.
Was it because of Qin Yu?
Her prize cabbage... was about to be snatched away again.
Thinking of this, Ei took a deep breath, and her Naginata appeared in her hand.
The moon is so round, let's just strike Miko.
She can dodge it anyway.
"Ei, calm down."
Qin Yu stepped between the two women, shielding them preemptively.
"What else could we be doing? The beautiful kitsune and the little one were bored, so we were chatting, admiring the moon, and playing games."
Yae Miko shook her head and sighed, her tone tinged with a hint of grievance.
She wasn't worried about the Naginata.
Ei wouldn't actually strike her.
Compared to that...
Although she had successfully turned the tables on Qin Yu by transforming,
The timing of this transformation wasn't something she could control.
Ultimately, it was...
"Ei, why did you only remove the restriction now?"
My god, you didn't forget about your own subordinate and good friend, did you?
If that were the case, it would be truly heartbreaking.
"..."
The tense atmosphere quietly dissipated.
Ei realized what was said and fell silent.
The truth was, she had forgotten to retract her authority.
Back in the cabin, when Qin Yu had tried to get handsy with Ei,
Unsure of how to respond, she had used the excuse of someone being outside and left.
Then she found a place, blew off some steam, and only then remembered Miko...
This back and forth had dragged on until now.
"Restriction?"
Qin Yu murmured at the mention, his gaze subconsciously drifting to the silent superior.
Are best friends playing this way?
"Yu, I have something to tell you."
Ei shot Miko a glare and turned, walking deeper into the small grove.
If she stayed any longer, she would be tempted to spank that pink-haired fox again.
"Go ahead, little one. Do you want to stay by sister's side longer?"
Yae Miko's lips curved slightly, her tone full of amusement.
Though she wouldn't refuse if he did.
Yae Publishing House, or Grand Narukami Shrine?
Of course, the outdoors was also a good option.
The fox lady was very satisfied with the moon-gazing time she had spent with Qin Yu just now.
It was just a pity she had acted too late, and another woman had already gotten ahead. She couldn't monopolize such an interesting little fellow.
"Regarding your wish, I will help you achieve it."
Qin Yu nodded, looking at the fox lady elegantly tucking her hair in the evening breeze, and said earnestly.
Mutual blackmail meant a further advancement in their relationship.
If possible, try to mend more regrets and find your own happiness, fox lady.
Having said that, he turned and chased after his superior, who was already moving away.
"Heh, an interesting little fellow."
Yae Miko waved her hand, a smile on her face.
After shedding her worldly mask, her demeanor had gained a touch of ethereal grace.
It was truly fortunate to encounter someone who looked at her with genuine attention.
Even a celestial fox lady couldn't help but be moved.
"Sister really likes you."
...
The quiet grove, a hotbed for accidents.
"Ei, just now, Yae Guuji and I..."
Qin Yu paused, then decided to confess.
That's right, he decided to report the annoying fox to his superior first.
It was all the fault of that annoying fox for initiating things!
"No need to explain, I saw everything." httpδ:/m.kuAisugg.nět
Ei stopped, her expression one of anticipated understanding.
No matter how slow she was, she had sensed something was amiss.
Moreover, the majestic General was now quite experienced.
Yes, experienced from kissing Qin Yu once, holding his hand a few times.
And from the theoretical knowledge gained from countless romance light novels.
Ei nodded to herself.
When it came to the wisdom of love, she considered herself superior to Lesser Lord Kusanali and Buer.
Yes, in Ei's eyes, Lesser Lord Kusanali's gaze towards Yu was also... off.
"If this is Miko's happiness... I'll strike her next time I see her."
Ei's eyes softened, and she murmured softly.
She wasn't a petty god.
Qin Yu was slightly taken aback. Something felt off.
As expected of his superior, she said something terrifying with such a gentle expression.
He shook his head, not dwelling on it.
Instead, he honestly took the superior's soft, tender hand and squeezed it.
"?"
Ei glared at Qin Yu, trying to pull her hand away.
But she only exerted a symbolic force, not truly struggling.
"Ei, it's dark, I can escort you more safely if I hold your hand."
Qin Yu spoke with a straight face, spouting utter nonsense.
"...Mhm."
Ei's lips curved slightly, and she didn't expose his lie.
Being protected felt quite good.
Under the quiet moonlight, the two gradually drew closer.
"Next time Miko bothers you, report it to me."
"Superior, are you jealous?"
Under the moonlight, Ei slapped Qin Yu's hand away and snorted.
Qin Yu spent some time comforting her again.
...
After an unknown amount of time.
"Yu, you should depart."
Ei stopped, looking towards the distant Mount Yougou, and murmured.
"The Sacred Sakura ritual?"
Qin Yu nodded, having expected it.
"Before that, you will need a weapon that can sever curses."
Ei seemed to have made a decision, her gaze serious.
"Sever curses? Isn't that Musou Isshin..."
Qin Yu chuckled, responding instinctively.
But his half-joking words gradually died down.
Because, his superior's chest began to glow.
Qin Yu's eyes also lit up. Was this something he was allowed to see?
As they say.
The Tenshukaku is so grand.
"Take it yourself and establish a connection with Musou Isshin."
Ei glared at the stunned Qin Yu and urged him.
"?"
Qin Yu instinctively raised his hand and fumbled, reaching into the milky white scabbard...
"Where are you reaching!"
Ei's eyelashes twitched, and she stepped on Qin Yu's foot.
"Cough cough...! Superior, I was too nervous."