Indeed, another harmonious and loving day.
Or at least, it was supposed to be.
But…
Why did it all go wrong again?
"Ahem, Ayato-bro, calm down."
Qin, raising his hand, silently pushed back the scabbard that had been placed on his neck.
We're all family, no need to be waving swords and spears around.
Don't you agree, big brother-in-law?
"Heh heh… I dare not accept being called Ayato-bro by you."
Kamisato Ayato's smile was genial, his demeanor purely professional.
Clearly, he had no intention of letting Qin Yu off the hook.
He had simply not paid attention to his sister's romantic affairs for a while, thinking there was nothing major.
And now, here they were, living together!
What a huge surprise this was.
Suddenly, a terrifying thought flashed through his mind.
Hiss.
If this continued for some more time, would the Kamisato family soon have a child?
Hmm, once the child is born, who should I call myself…
Speaking of which, boy or girl, who would raise the child?
It couldn't be left to Thoma.
No!
Kamisato Ayato suddenly jolted awake.
Although Qin Yu was indeed his chosen partner for Ayaka,
The thought of his painstakingly raised sister returning home with a child to visit him…
The ultimate sister-complex, Kamisato Ayato, could no longer refrain from reaching for his sword.
"Brother, why are you here?"
A gentle voice chimed in, her tone caring and tender.
But both Kamisato Ayato and Qin Yu felt a chill simultaneously.
As expected, Kamisato Ayaka, holding Yoimiya's hand, walked over.
She looked at Kamisato Ayato, her smile kind.
My dear brother, do you have something to discuss with Qin Yu?
“…Nothing, I was just taking a stroll.”
Kamisato Ayato gave a helpless smile and quietly sheathed his sword.
Sorry, he had been too loud just now.
He couldn't help it; he, as an elder brother, always indulged his sister.
"Ahem."
Qin Yu's lips curved into a slight smile, suppressing his laughter.
Someone couldn't beat his own sister, but he wouldn't say who.
Kamisato Ayato:?
As everyone exchanged smiles, the atmosphere was harmonious.
One could clearly see their family hierarchy.
"Good morning, Ayaka, Ayato."
"Oh, and little Nahida!"
Yoimiya stood beside Kamisato Ayaka, bouncing with boundless energy.
When she turned towards Qin Yu, she paused for a moment.
The sunlight filtering down the corridor illuminated Qin Yu's handsome profile.
"…"
Yoimiya's eyelashes fluttered, and she uncomfortably turned her face away.
Damn it, why does he look more handsome the more I look at him?
Qin Yu smiled, "Morning, Yoimiya."
At the same time, he secretly offered an apology in his heart.
Your bandages have already been confiscated by your best friend, so I won't have a chance to return them to you personally anymore.
As a punishment, even he himself… sigh.
However, the morning dessert was truly excellent, thank you for the treat.
"Morning, you big dummy."
Yoimiya pouted, muttering.
Qin Yu:…
He glanced at the genial smile of Kamisato Ayaka and sighed in his heart.
Silly girl, are you trying to hasten your own self-destruction by acting like this?
"Best friend, are you feeling unwell?"
Kamisato Ayaka held Yoimiya's hand and asked with concern.
She deliberately emphasized the words "best friend."
"I'm perfectly fine, slept like a log!"
Yoimiya patted her chest, completely oblivious to the seriousness of the situation.
"Then come with me to prepare breakfast."
Kamisato Ayaka looked at her brother and Qin Yu, nodding slightly.
She knew her brother must have had something to discuss with him.
"Oh, alright."
Yoimiya nodded without much thought.
On the other hand, best friend, can you even cook?
Won't you blow up the Komore Teahouse!
"Nahida, why don't you go accompany the sisters too?"
Qin Yu squatted down and ruffled the little white-haired loli's head.
"Okay, Qin Yu-brother."
Nahida was obedient and sensible, asking no further questions.
Rather, the two had already exchanged their thoughts in their "Loving Family" group chat.
Who could have imagined that the small Komore Teahouse would once gather three deities?
The two sisters, holding Nahida's hand, walked away, chatting and laughing.
"…"
Qin Yu shook his head and looked at Kamisato Ayato.
"Da… ahem, Yashiro Commissioner, is your expression one of facing a formidable opponent?"
He almost called him big brother-in-law.
It wasn't that Qin Yu dared not to, but he was afraid Kamisato Ayato couldn't handle it in such a short period.
"Yes, come outside to discuss in detail."
Kamisato Ayato did not deny it and walked directly out of the Komore Teahouse.
"There's really something going on?"
Now it was Qin Yu's turn to be surprised.
As everyone knew, Kamisato Ayato and Yae Miko combined had eight hundred schemes.
If even these two found it troublesome…
Qin Yu's brow furrowed, sensing that the matter was not simple.
To translate that, he wanted to slack off again.
"Qin Yu, you are now a trusted confidant of Her Excellency the General."
"If anything happens, you are duty-bound to step forward."
Kamisato Ayato shook his head with a hint of helplessness, reminding him.
He could no longer discern how strong Qin Yu truly was.
How did this kid manage to get stronger while getting close to girls?
"Let's discuss the matter first."
Qin Yu nodded, his expression becoming a bit more serious.
Although he had already befriended deities.
Literally, and more than one.
However, if there was an opportunity to help the higher-ups, he would not refuse.
After all, once the work was done, he could be more assertive when going to Tenshukaku to ask Ei for rewards.
As for what kind of rewards, those who understand will understand.
"Yes, you know about the Fatui Harbingers, right?"
Kamisato Ayato suddenly said, his tone casual.
"What happened to Sandrone?"
Qin Yu was stunned by the question and instinctively asked.
"It's not that simple."
Kamisato Ayato shook his head.
At this moment, they had already arrived outside the teahouse.
The sunlight was exceptionally dazzling.
Qin Yu narrowed his eyes and saw a slender figure in the courtyard.
A brown-haired girl sat in a wheelchair, her head bowed as she studied something.
Upon closer inspection, a layer of azure light screen surrounded her.
It was a technological aesthetic that definitely did not belong to human wisdom.
The technology of the Scarlet King.
"Sandrone."
Qin Yu called out softly, surprised inwardly.
When did she get out?
Could it be… she didn't sleep all night?
"Mmm, my beloved, you've arrived."
Sandrone sensed the movement, put away the light screen, and turned to face the two approaching figures.
She glanced at Kamisato Ayato.
The controller of the Shuumatsuban?
She hadn't expected him to notice something was amiss so quickly.
"Did you rest well?"
Qin Yu frowned and came before Sandrone.
"Yes, I'm alright."
Sandrone smiled faintly.
Not sleeping all night was something she often did when working overtime.
Qin Yu quietly squeezed Sandrone's soft little hand.
Disobedient girl, I'll talk to you later.
"Let's get down to business, about the news of the Fatui Harbingers."
Kamisato Ayato looked at Qin Yu, his gaze becoming serious.
"Are we expecting a Harbinger?"
Qin Yu smiled, but then suddenly couldn't smile anymore.
Because he saw Kamisato Ayato nod.
"Sister Columbina, what's the big deal?"
Sandrone yawned, leaning lazily against Qin Yu, pouting.
She looked rather cute.
"The Third Seat, and you call it 'what's the big deal'?"
Qin Yu didn't know where to start his complaint.
Surely, they weren't coming for him, were they?
"But I said, there's another Harbinger."
Kamisato Ayato's eyes flickered.
"Fatui Harbinger, 'The Knave' Arlecchino…"