A soft click, and the door was shut.
Qin Yu looked down at the doorknob and let out a long sigh.
Finally, he could rest a little.
"Behave tonight, no naughty thoughts, okay?"
Outside, the women knocked on the door with meaningful intent.
Although the atmosphere had eased after the little angel's birthday party.
It didn't mean they had forgotten that they were rivals.
Thus, beneath the facade of harmony and affection, a new round of vigilance had begun.
If Qin Yu were to be "eaten" by someone...
*Click.*
With a soft sound, the outside suddenly fell silent.
"I've locked the door from the inside, you should all get to bed early."
Qin Yu's voice came from behind the door, extinguishing the nascent mischievous thoughts of some.
This was why, when boys are out, they must protect themselves.
"Goodnight, Qin Yu."
"Goodnight, everyone."
The footsteps outside receded, finally giving way to silence.
It was so quiet that Qin Yu could clearly hear his own slightly accelerated heartbeat.
"Finally, some peace and quiet."
Qin Yu murmured, a helpless smile on his face.
He hadn't wanted to lock the door at first.
It wasn't that he was expecting a nighttime raid.
It was mainly because the weather was stuffy, and keeping the door shut wasn't good.
But alas, he couldn't help it, given who the women had sent...
"Brother Qin Yu, is this our new home?"
Behind him, a soft, sweet voice rang out.
Following it were the pattering sounds of feet on the floor.
"Yes, our home."
Qin Yu turned around and looked at the white-haired loli, who was running around the small cabin.
She was like a curious little kitten.
"Nahida, slow down."
Leaning against the door, he felt his heart melt once more.
She was just too adorable.
"Hehe, Brother Qin Yu."
Nahida tilted her head, playfully sticking out her small tongue.
Even now, she was still worried that her pretense of being Qin Yu's sister would be discovered by the others.
However, the plan had been a success.
Under the guise of Qin Yu's sister, she had gained the trust of the women.
And she could openly "stick together" with Qin Yu, enjoying his warmth exclusively.
This feeling, as if she had done something mischievous in secret...
Nahida experienced a different kind of emotion.
It was a mix of secretive delight and excitement.
This feeling captivated her.
Nahida's resolve to keep the sun by her side grew even stronger.
"Thank you, Nahida."
Qin Yu whispered mysteriously, as if concealing a great secret.
A secret belonging only to the two of them.
His serious expression made the white-haired loli giggle again.
Today, Nahida was very happy.
She also firmly believed that there would be more happiness in the future.
Because the moment she found the sun, darkness had already receded from her.
She blinked her big eyes, a slight smile on her lips.
No one else would intrude here.
Tonight would be a relaxing and happy time, wouldn't it?
The little angel anticipated.
...
After some bustling, the bedding was laid out.
"Here, your pillow."
"My sun, thank you."
Nahida took the pillow and patted the quilt beside her.
Come and sit.
"Why do you call me the sun?"
Qin Yu asked, a little confused, and rubbed her head.
It wasn't that he wanted to hear the little loli call him "brother."
He sat down by the little loli's bed.
"Because you gave me a new life."
Nahida blinked her big eyes, full of gentleness.
Not just this free and unfettered body, but also her happy and relaxed mood.
She had already realized that Qin Yu was different.
"Alright, get some sleep."
"Tomorrow, we'll take you out to play with the sisters, okay?"
Qin Yu smiled and said softly.
"Then I want to see your Raiden Shogun."
Nahida thought for a moment, her eyes brightening.
She wanted to learn from her senior about the experience of being an Archon of the Seven.
Inazuma City was so beautiful and harmonious, it must be due to her diligent work attitude!
"Well... if there's a chance."
Qin Yu wiped a non-existent sweat from his forehead.
See the great leader secretly reading light novels and eating sweets during work hours?
It was better not to mention it.
Qin Yu felt a chill down his spine.
The great leader was probably waiting for him in Tenshukaku.
If he didn't return all night...
Wait, what was this feeling of unease!
"If you have any difficulties, you can tell me."
Nahida leaned beside Qin Yu with some concern, tugging his hand.
"We'll figure out the answer together."
The little angel was still thoughtful.
"It's nothing."
Qin Yu shook his head and smiled.
The great leader, being a veteran shut-in, probably wouldn't go out.
No need to worry too much.
But speaking of the sun...
Qin Yu let out a soft "Oh," and a spark of inspiration flashed in his mind.
He turned sideways and carefully examined the white-haired loli.
He also caught her soft, tender little hand.
"Are you willing..."
The night was deep, they were alone, and the door was locked.
This was the perfect opportunity.
"No matter what it is, I am willing."
Nahida's beautiful eyes curved into crescent moons, and she said softly.
"Then alright."
Qin Yu nodded and produced a ball of purple light.
"Gnosis...?!"
Thunder rumbled, and Nahida's eyes widened.
"How do you know this is a Gnosis?!"
Qin Yu was a little surprised, thinking the child knew quite a lot.
"I... I read about it in the library's literature."
The little angel lowered her head, appearing a bit flustered.
"..."
Qin Yu didn't press further.
After all, she was the daughter of Greater Lord Rukkhadevata.
"Using the energy of the Gnosis, perhaps we can find clues left by your mother."
Qin Yu said, looking at Nahida with a questioning gaze.
If possible, he wanted to find Greater Lord Rukkhadevata as soon as possible.
Madam, you wouldn't want your daughter to suffer alone, would you?
"Yes, I believe you."
Nahida didn't hesitate and placed her hands together.
They looked at each other, unable to help but smile.
"By the way, I heard that the Gnosis can summon gods."
Nahida suddenly remembered something and reminded him subtly.
Actually, she meant the gods of Celestia.
"It's alright."
Qin Yu recalled what Ei had said.
The gods of Celestia had long fallen into slumber and kept to themselves.
In other words, no one could contact them.
"Then... Brother Qin Yu, be gentle."
Nahida watched the lightning with some concern.
If something went wrong and her sun got hurt...
"Okay, I'll be slow."
Qin Yu focused intently, controlling the lightning to merge with Nahida.
...
The lightning finally dissipated, with no change.
It seemed to have failed.
Qin Yu reluctantly gave up and prepared to sleep.
"Brother Qin Yu, goodnight."
The small cabin went dark, and the white-haired loli's little head poked out from the quilt.
She gazed at Qin Yu, who was making a bed on the floor, her eyes full of tenderness.
Outside the window, moonlight streamed in.
The third green leaf in her hair glowed with vitality.
"Goodnight..."
Qin Yu whispered softly.
For some reason, he suddenly felt extremely tired.
Touching the authority of two major elements was too much.
Qin Yu fell asleep.
In a daze, he heard a voice in his ear.
It seemed to be talking about how delicious chicken legs were.
Were the gods of Celestia munching on chicken legs?
In his dream, Qin Yu smacked his lips.
Dreams were always ridiculous.
It made him a bit hungry.
...
Outside the Komore Teahouse.
A cold silhouette appeared quietly.
"Yu, you're really here...!"