"Mom, are we leaving right away?"
Nahida tilted her innocent and harmless little face, meeting Greater Lord Rukkhadevata's gaze.
Like a rebellious daughter reminding her mother to go to work quickly, while secretly planning to sneak snacks at home.
"No rush."
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata reached out and poked her delicate cheek.
Her gaze was gentle, filled with a hint of emotion.
The thoughtful little one had finally sprung a leak.
She glanced at a certain bold fellow still embracing them, mother and daughter.
It's all because of you, our Sun.
"You guys..."
Qin Yu sensed something and looked at Greater Lord Rukkhadevata for an explanation.
Why did this atmosphere feel increasingly off?
Was little angel Nahida reluctant to part with her mother and sad?
"Alright, then you must try your best and work hard."
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata bent down, hugged Nahida, and said softly.
Bathed in sunlight, she exuded a mother's gentle radiance.
Incidentally, she gently pulled Nahida from Qin Yu's embrace.
"Mhmm, Mom."
Nahida hugged her back.
A mother who stays by the World Tree and doesn't disturb her mommy and daddy's bonding time is a good mother.
"..."
Qin Yu smiled, their mother-daughter bond was truly wonderful.
He cherished this warm, family-of-three feeling.
"Nahida, go play by yourself for a while."
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata released Nahida.
In front of her daughter, she naturally took Qin Yu's hand.
Clearly, she was ushering the child away.
"Mom?"
Nahida's little hand tightened, about to say something.
Qin Yu patted her head and smiled:
"Go play now, Lan-Brahma is waiting for you."
High emotional intelligence: Kid, go play.
Low emotional intelligence: Mommy and Daddy want to talk privately.
"Mmm... Okay."
Nahida's face showed a hint of reluctance, but she quickly regained her mood and looked into the distance.
"Little Avatamsaka, I'm here!"
The plump little fellow waved his staff.
Lan-Brahma had gained divine power and was also entrusted with the mission of accompanying Nahida.
He was now the designated attendant of the first Dendro Archon.
"Let's play a new game."
Nahida jumped off the swing and ran towards the Aranara in the forest.
After a few steps, she turned back and smiled:
"My Sun, see you later!"
"See you later."
Qin Yu waved his hand, watching the white-haired loli run away.
He showed a doting smile, filled with emotion.
Although Nahida's identity was the current Dendro Archon.
She still looked like a child with her bouncing and skipping.
He wondered when she would grow up.
...
The forest once again returned to its quiet state.
Qin Yu cleared his throat, casting a glance at the gentle woman beside him.
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata was bathed in sunlight, as if cloaked in a veil, her figure exquisite.
Meaning, only...
Qin Yu felt a stirring of desire again.
"..."
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata seemed oblivious to his furtive glances.
She raised her flawless, perfect face and gazed at the World Tree.
Her emerald green eyes blinked, as if pondering something.
"What are you thinking about?"
Qin Yu stealthily reached his hand towards Greater Lord Rukkhadevata's slender waist.
Strange, his hand seemed to have a mind of its own.
"Slap."
As expected, his hand, about to cause mischief, was swatted away by Greater Lord Rukkhadevata.
"My Sun, what mischief are you planning?"
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata withdrew her gaze and smiled, looking at Qin Yu.
Her eyes, with a hint of scrutiny, had seen through everything.
You bold fellow, weren't you satisfied after hugging us, mother and daughter for so long?
"The weather is really nice."
Caught red-handed, Qin Yu felt a bit awkward and looked up at the sky.
Didn't you send Nahida away yourself?
Why are you giving me no chance at all?
"Hmph, you were quite happy just now."
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata snorted, as if displeased.
"..."
Qin Yu inhaled the fragrance of the beauty beside him, his heart stirred.
Is she... suddenly a little moody?
He looked at the beautiful flower crown on Greater Lord Rukkhadevata's head and smiled silently.
He never expected the God of Wisdom to have such a cute side.
Could it be that Mom is jealous of her daughter?
"I was thinking about the World Tree."
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata crossed her arms, deliberately trying to appear more solemn.
Qin Yu blinked.
Was she really thinking about work?
She looked like she was thinking, "I'm not good, you need to quickly appease me."
If that's the case then...
"Would you like to go on the swings?"
He took Greater Lord Rukkhadevata's hand and invited her.
Like a creepy uncle trying to lure a child away.
You played with Nahida for a long time just now, you must want to try it too, right?
He understood.
"You just appeased a child, and now you're targeting me?"
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata was accustomed to Qin Yu's hand-holding and did not resist.
Bathed in sunlight, she comfortably narrowed her eyes.
Their fingers intertwined, conveying warmth.
She liked this feeling of companionship and mutual support.
...Should she tell Qin Yu about that matter?
"Alright, hurry up."
Qin Yu smiled and helped her onto the swing.
"Why are you in such a hurry?"
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata subconsciously grabbed the vines on either side, but then gave a soft exclamation.
Beneath her pure white skirt, her slender legs swayed.
The size and height of this swing were just right for her to sit on.
"You... you already..."
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata realized and looked up at Qin Yu.
So, Qin Yu had thought of her from the very beginning when he made the swing.
This sudden realization filled her heart with joy.
Bathed in sunlight, her heart was also warm.
"Of course, how could I forget you?"
In the sunlight, Qin Yu nodded matter-of-factly.
"You are also a child who needs care."
Saying that, he reached out to adjust the "child's" flower crown.
And then gently patted her head.
Such an exquisite being needed to be cherished with care.
She couldn't be lost.
"..."
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata lowered her head, the corners of her mouth slightly upturned.
In the sunlight, her exquisitely beautiful face was tinged with a faint blush.
To be called a child who needed care.
Such illogical words.
However...
"What are you still standing there for?"
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata swung her legs and kicked Qin Yu.
A child swinging on a swing naturally needed to be pushed.
"My pleasure."
Qin Yu came up behind her, gently placing his hands on her slender waist.
Naturally, he had to protect Greater Lord Rukkhadevata better.
Absolutely no other intentions.
"I knew you weren't up to any good."
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata gently swung on the swing, humming softly.
Although being taken advantage of by Qin Yu was expected.
But the smile on her face became even more gentle.
At this moment, she was the happiest child in the forest.
No arguments accepted.
"I am a good person."
Before Qin Yu could finish speaking, he received a roll of his eyes.
Qin Yu felt very innocent.
The warm atmosphere quietly stirred the heartstrings.
Neither of them spoke, quietly enjoying the beautiful moment.
...
Time passed, and the child had played enough.
The child leaned against Qin Yu's chest, closing her eyes gently.
"Now that there's only us, can you tell me what's on your mind?"
Qin Yu gently embraced her and whispered.
"Do you know Nahida's authority?"
Qin Yu thought for a moment. "Dreams, perhaps."
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata nodded and opened her eyes.
"That is the authority of the Flower God."
"Flower God?"
Qin Yu was a little surprised, another new deity.
"She has passed away."
"...?"