"Here, kill the Greater Lord Rukkhadevata?
'What a joke!'
Qin Yu instinctively held Nahida tighter.
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata, your daughter has been…
It's okay, as long as we leave here.
Qin Yu suppressed the inexplicable unease in his heart and was about to lead the two women away.
But he suddenly realized how unnaturally quiet it was.
'Nahida?'
Qin Yu quickly looked at the little angel, only to be stunned.
Nahida had already fallen into a deep sleep, her slumbering face delicate and lovely.
But she was clearly just a moment ago…
'Isn't she cute, Nahida?'
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata slowly reached out, gently stroking Qin Yu's warm chest.
As she caressed his warm breath, the pleased smile on her lips grew even more intense.
Nahida's sun was indeed very warm.
And, it was her sun as well.
The two were of the same origin, their hearts naturally connected.
Including Nahida's reliance on a certain person.
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata gazed at Qin Yu's profile, her eyes suppressing something.
However, for now, it was only Nahida influencing Greater Lord Rukkhadevata unilaterally.
The little angel's pure heart could alleviate her suffering from the chaos.
Qin Yu looked at Greater Lord Rukkhadevata, his gaze darkening slightly.
A certain conjecture gradually became clear in his mind.
'The corruption of the World Tree has transferred to you?'
Qin Yu still held Greater Lord Rukkhadevata, and asked softly.
You entered my embrace, and you still want to leave without saying goodbye?
'Yes, a very correct deduction.'
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata nodded and gently withdrew from Qin Yu.
Qin Yu released his hand, staring at her in silence.
He finally understood what that sickly smile meant.
The chaos and suffering had ultimately changed the personality of this god.
Perhaps this way, it would make her feel a little lighter.
'Don't be afraid, I won't hurt you.'
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata tilted her head, her tone gentle.
In that moment, she returned to her appearance as the first Dendro Archon.
Sacred, noble, and full of wisdom.
'You are a gentle god, and always have been.'
Qin Yu shook his head and said softly.
He felt no fear, only helplessness and pity.
You must have suffered a lot over the past five hundred years.
For this world.
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata's eyes brightened slightly, a hint of relief flashing in them.
After five hundred years, someone could finally understand her.
With that, she was content.
'This child should rest now.'
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata murmured, naturally taking Nahida into her arms and gently rocking her.
Qin Yu reached out, poked Nahida's cheek, and smiled.
The two looked at each other and smiled, like an old married couple in their daily routine of caring for their child.
Emerald green vines extended from the World Tree, forming a soft large bed.
Nahida lay on it, her breathing even.
The intimate aura of the World Tree made her feel comfortable.
'Alright, now for the next step…'
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata turned to face Qin Yu, about to reveal the subsequent plan.
However, Qin Yu had already stepped in front of her.
Qin Yu extended his arm.
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata instinctively took a few steps back, leaning against the tree.
*Thump!*
The gentle and noble first Dendro Archon was cornered.
'…'
Qin Yu lowered his head and stared at her, lost in thought.
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata smiled, offering no resistance.
Her soul, weak as it was, clearly understood.
Even if Qin Yu wanted to do anything, she couldn't resist.
Furthermore, his gaze held only peace.
'I don't like this, do you hear me?'
Qin Yu raised his other hand and reached for Greater Lord Rukkhadevata's pure white hair.
He grasped a small braid on the side and unraveled it.
Madam, you're not allowed to keep this dangerous hairstyle anymore.
It looks uncomfortable.
Qin Yu's eyes flickered, his demeanor domineering and unreasonable.
'That's a very bold move.'
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata's lips curved slightly as she turned her face.
Her flawless cheek gently brushed against the skin of Qin Yu's arm, feeling warm.
She glanced at Qin Yu, her expression meaningful.
Her eyes, which had been suppressing chaos, now held a touch of haze.
Nahida was sleeping soundly.
Qin Yu's brow twitched, and he moved closer.
So close that he could profane this wise and noble god at any moment.
'I can help you clear the forbidden knowledge.'
He whispered softly into Greater Lord Rukkhadevata's ear, his tone serious.
[Ding, let this system see whose knowledge it is.]
'Unless you completely erase my existence.'
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata showed no intention of backing down.
Making the world forget her was the only way.
'Heh.'
Qin Yu chuckled, as if teasing the God of Wisdom for her ignorance.
'You want to persuade me?'
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata smiled and blew lightly into Qin Yu's ear.
Wisdom was the enemy of the God of Wisdom.
And forbidden knowledge was…
'It comes from another world, doesn't it?'
Qin Yu's calm voice surprised Greater Lord Rukkhadevata.
And if so?
'Its truth is inaccessible, it exceeds the laws of Teyvat.'
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata became serious and nodded slightly.
How did Qin Yu know this?
'Hmm… let me think carefully.'
Qin Yu did not continue, deliberately playing on Greater Lord Rukkhadevata's curiosity.
'…Tell me quickly, Qin Yu.'
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata glanced at him with a hint of complaint and said in a low voice.
The God of Wisdom never imagined that one day she would be pinned down by someone.
And be made to wait for answers, like a riddler.
But she couldn't help it. The desire for knowledge that she momentarily revealed was captured by Qin Yu.
Already at a disadvantage, she had been exposed her weakness.
Although there was an element of coercion, it had to be said, the effect was remarkable.
However, in the face of Greater Lord Rukkhadevata's concession, Qin Yu chuckled silently.
Like a villain with a wicked personality.
I won't let you go so easily, Madam Greater Lord Rukkhadevata.
'What do you think I'm going to say next?'
The initiative was now with Qin Yu.
'…Forbidden knowledge wants to destroy the world?'
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata smiled, similar to most adventurer stories.
However, to her surprise.
Qin Yu nodded obediently.
'Yes, destroy the world.'
'But… who defines the world?'
'Or rather, who bestows the [laws] and [authorities]?'
He looked up at the World Tree and muttered to himself.
Is [Heavenly Principles] the only constant?
That is certainly impossible.
The invasion of forbidden knowledge was enough to prove this.
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata lowered her gaze.
What did Qin Yu know?
Impossible…
That was a secret that even the God of Wisdom had to guard with her life.
Just as Greater Lord Rukkhadevata was lost in thought for a moment.
'Watch carefully, this is how forbidden knowledge disappears.'
Qin Yu quietly grasped her hand behind her back.
Forbidden knowledge was, in essence, the will of an external god.
It was unobservable, unseeable.
But unfortunately, it encountered the system.
Anyone who interfered with 'bonding' and prepared to cause trouble would simply disappear!
'…'
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata's eyes widened, her eyelashes trembling slightly.
The chaotic whispers were dissipating.
The torment of pain was easing.
[Ding, analysis complete, emotional points increased.]
The forbidden knowledge was truly being separated and drawn out by an invisible entity.
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata's body went limp, and she trembled as she gripped Qin Yu's collar.
Her thoughts became clear.
Her body grew warm.
The pain of five hundred years vanished.
'This… is impossible…'
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata's soul returned to purity.
She closed her eyes and sensed the World Tree returning to normal.
It felt like a dream.
'It's over.'
'From this moment on, your soul is free.'
Qin Yu lightly twirled a petal from the World Tree and tucked it into Greater Lord Rukkhadevata's hair.
She was indeed beautiful.
He nodded with satisfaction, a smile on his face.
Reality was already enough to raise one's blood pressure.
A happy ending was the only way to go.
'…Thank you, my sun.'
A happy ending?
Under the World Tree, the sky was adorned with dreams of pink.
The god, gentle as water, also wore a smile of relief.
In an instant, all other things lost their color.
She gently hugged Qin Yu, melted by his warmth.
'My soul exists and continues because of you.'
'Will you let me rely on you forever from now on?'
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata raised her face and said jokingly.
But the bond that ran deep into Qin Yu's soul was real.
She and Qin Yu would never be separated again.
'Spend more time with Nahida.'
Qin Yu said softly, as if he were a father afraid of waking his child.
And the mother…
'I know what you're thinking.'
'Are you eavesdropping on my thoughts again?'
'Your thoughts are all written on your face, you bold fellow.'
'As a decent person, what thoughts could I have?'
Qin Yu slightly loosened his embrace and smiled.
'For example… profaning a god.'
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata's lips curved into a pleased arc.
She did not leave Qin Yu's embrace.
Having been suppressed for too long, she truly craved the warmth of this sun.
'You think I wouldn't dare?'
Qin Yu's brow twitched. You're the one who isn't leaving.
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata raised her face and gently closed her eyes.
Qin Yu took a deep breath.
Then, he lowered his head.
And kissed Greater Lord Rukkhadevata's lips.
In that moment, Qin Yu profaned a god.
'…'
Facing the sleeping Nahida, her eyelashes trembled slightly.
Her small hands clenched."