The delicate balance was instantly thrown off kilter.
The air grew heavy, a sudden stillness descending.
Hearing this, the women's gazes held a new intensity.
Their once bright eyes now gleamed faintly in the darkness.
Yes, this little room was indeed a bit cramped.
How did things turn out this way?
Could it be because of someone's greedy individual?
Qin Yu, in peril.
"Ahem...! No, what I meant was..."
A chill ran down Qin Yu's spine; he knew something was amiss.
Still feeling the throbbing in his head from traversing dreams, he hadn't thought much before speaking his mind.
Qin, before he even began, had already stumbled.
He had simply wanted to give each girl a warm home!
"It's fine. You are the one who needs to be cared for now."
Ying stood by Qin Yu's bed, watching the somewhat helpless young man with a serious expression.
Her purple eyes blinked, growing even softer.
As expected, Yu was special.
You can save the World Tree, and you can save everyone.
...Including me.
"..."
She glanced at the women behind her, then withdrew her gaze.
No need to overthink. Just rest well.
"General..."
Qin Yu felt touched.
The subtle concern revealed by the great leader flowed into his heart like honey.
Who could resist this?
Most importantly, the great leader seemed to be intentionally helping him stabilize the situation.
Qin, for the time being, had avoided a certain terrible outcome.
"General, I should get down then."
Qin Yu certainly couldn't let the great leader stand there indefinitely, so he prepared to give up his spot on the bed.
With the women's eyes on him, he couldn't sit comfortably.
Speaking of which, where had Nahida, the little angel, gone?
Why didn't she call him when she went to the restroom!
Qin had lost his little angel's cease-fire token and was a bit flustered.
"No, you need to rest more right now."
Suddenly, a finger lightly tapped Qin Yu's forehead, flicking him.
Qin Yu was pushed back down.
Wait, why "pushed back down"?
Great Tree King approached Ying, tilting her head and saying earnestly,
"Dreaming also consumes mental energy. We can't be careless."
"Besides, you broke off that one."
Qin Yu nodded silently.
In the dream, he had gained a lot.
Including a complete set of Dendro Archon talents.
And a pure branch from the World Tree.
"I will take care of Qin Yu."
A gentle and calm voice rang out, and a graceful figure emerged.
Kamisato Ayaka, who had been silent all along, her eyes flickered, and she finally saw her chance.
She took a step forward, approaching Qin Yu.
Rather than pondering who that mysterious white-haired woman was, it was better to take the initiative.
The young lady, who had received excellent etiquette training since childhood, decided to be bolder.
In the darkness, her gaze was gentle.
Master, this time it's Ayaka's turn to take care of you.
"Mm."
Ying nodded, tacitly approving Kamisato Ayaka's action.
"Thank you for your trouble, Ayaka."
Qin Yu smiled.
As expected of a thoughtful disciple who respected her master.
However, he didn't notice the fleeting, dark glint in Kamisato Ayaka's eyes.
The elegant and gentle girl extended her cool fingertips.
She had always thought she would wait for the day her master chose to stay at the Kamisato estate.
But now, with him burdened by so many matters, it seemed unlikely.
Indeed, she would have to take the initiative and "consume" her master.
Just you wait.
You will become my "possession"...
"?"
Qin Yu's heart stirred; he seemed to sense something.
He looked up again, and it was still the same gentle and considerate Miss Kamisato.
Was it an illusion?
"Hehe... Then please relax."
Kamisato Ayaka smiled slightly and sat down gently beside Qin Yu.
She immediately got close, right in front of the other women.
"!"
The expressions of the women changed slightly.
She was actually taking advantage of Qin Yu!
At that moment, the atmosphere shifted.
"Ouch!"
Suddenly, Yoimiya jumped out.
Who had pinched her from behind just now?
Sandrone, you little devil, you!
But it was precisely because Yoimiya jumped out that the women behind her also started to feel eager.
"Everyone..."
Qin Yu smiled wryly.
Perhaps he should just go to the restroom.
And Keqing, put down that hairpin you're holding!
"?"
Kamisato Ayaka looked at Yoimiya, her smile kind.
My good friend, is this how you assist?
If not a mole, then what is this?
Yoimiya: I'm innocent!
"Hehe... It seems everyone is a loving family."
Great Tree King leaned against the window, resting her chin on her hand and smiling.
This atmosphere was quite nice.
"Qin Yu, where do you feel unwell?"
In the darkness, the women began to draw closer, presenting a scene of harmony and affection.
"I think I'm fine... No, thank you."
"Be good, let us take a look!"
Finally, the women surrounded him.
Poor Qin Yu, who was already sitting on the small bed prepared for Nahida, with little space.
Now, they had all come over at once.
He was sandwiched in the middle, not daring to move.
"General...!"
Qin's voice was gradually drowned out.
Great leader, why are you just watching from the sidelines!
...
"Phew... Done!"
Warm light illuminated the group gathered around the table.
After a chaotic session of closeness, the atmosphere had eased considerably.
Except for Qin, who was somewhat disheveled and once again disliked by the women, everything else was harmonious.
Qin Yu: Should I leave then?
He wondered who was taking advantage of him amidst the chaos.
He'd better not let them catch him.
"First meeting, I am Nahida's mother."
Great Tree King sat beside Ying, smiling gently.
Her tender and virtuous aura of a wife brightened everyone's eyes.
Including Qin.
"Wow, Nahida's mother is so beautiful."
Yoimiya rested her chin on her hand, full of envy.
Who could marry such a beautiful wife? That person must be so happy.
Qin sneezed.
"So you are..."
Keqing looked at Great Tree King, then at Qin Yu, her expression filled with confusion.
It is known that Nahida is Qin Yu's sister.
Then, is this woman Qin Yu's?
Keqing fell into thought.
"Hehe... Since Madam has arrived, please stay for a few more days and accompany the children."
Kamisato Ayaka, along with Shu Senri, brewed tea for everyone.
"Unfortunately, I have other matters to attend to and cannot stay long."
"Nahida really likes Qin Yu. She also wants to stay here."
Great Tree King said this, a doting smile appearing on her face.
Her good daughter was urging her mother to log off quickly.
"Thank you."
Qin Yu took the tea and took a sip.
His gaze swept over everyone gathered around the table.
The lamplight was warm, and the atmosphere was joyful.
Phew... This feeling of contentment was so comfortable.
Aside from being a bit crowded, it was a perfect life.
Suddenly, his gaze lingered on the great leader.
"General, would you like something to eat?"
Without guessing, he knew Ying was thinking about desserts again.
"Mm."
Ying nodded slightly, not denying it.
"General, I'll go get it."
Kamisato Ayaka stood up, bowed, and was about to leave.
"..."
Ying sighed softly in her heart.
The desserts Yu had bought were long gone.
And those prepared by others lacked the same flavor.
After getting used to being with Yu, she had also changed considerably.
"Wait a moment."
Suddenly, Qin Yu slapped the table, drawing everyone's attention.
Ying noticed Qin Yu looking at her and met his gaze.
In the lamplight, his eyes sparkled brightly.
Qin Yu coughed lightly, feigning mystery.
"I've learned a new ability. I can remotely retrieve desserts specifically for you."
"General, would you like to see?"
Ying blinked her eyes.
So, Yu had sensed her inner thoughts.
The ability to retrieve things remotely? It sounded like a trick to fool young girls.
With this thought, Ying's gaze grew even softer.
"Yes, I'd like to see."