"What did you say?"
Ying and Madam Greater Lord Rukkhadevata froze upon hearing this.
The little cat purring on Qin Yu's shoulder was the Hydro Archon of Fontaine?
They both leaned in, observing intently.
"Qin Yu, let me go...!"
Miss Furina struggled, exposing her soft, pure white belly as she dangled in mid-air.
Her pose, with arms and legs spread wide in public, was utterly undignified and embarrassing!
Despite her words,
her sapphire-blue heterochromia, and the cat's elegant and alluring form, captured the young girl's heart.
"Wow... what a cute cat."
Nilou quickly came closer, curiously stroking it, her large eyes shining.
She had absolutely no resistance to adorable cats and dogs.
It was clear the young girl hadn't properly heard what Teacher Qin Yu had said.
"Show some respect, little girl. This lady is a genuine deity."
Miss Furina's tone was languid.
"Eh?!! Wh-what...!"
The naive Nilou recoiled as if shocked, her eyes wide with surprise.
The Cryo Archon, the Electro Archon, the Dendro Archon, and the one before her...
That made a total of four Archons.
Nilou pinched her own cheeks, unable to believe she wasn't dreaming.
The young girl felt dizzy, cradling her steaming head as she slowly squatted down, curling into a ball.
She was just an ordinary dancer...
Why was she encountering so many Archons at once!
Actually, including herself, there were three Archons present.
"..."
On the other side, the Madam and the wife exchanged glances.
The Madam nodded gently, it was indeed the Hydro Archon.
But... why did she sense the presence of two Hydro Archons?
Ying's eyes flickered with understanding.
Then, they both looked at Qin Yu again, surprise mixed with a hint of strangeness in their gazes.
"Uh... why are you all looking at me like that..."
Qin Yu felt unnerved by their stares and silently raised Miss Furina to shield himself.
Miss Furina rolled her eyes.
Hmph, men.
"What's going on?"
Ying clutched her forehead with a headache, frowning.
Only the Geo Archon, Anemo Archon, and Pyro Archon remained.
Were they on Celestia, preparing to meet the Heavenly Principles?
Suddenly, she felt an urge to lock Qin Yu in the basement of Tenshukaku.
"From a universal, rational perspective, picking up an Archon on an outing... heh."
Madam Greater Lord Rukkhadevata tilted her head, a playful smile on her lips.
Must my sun truly shine upon all things?
"Coincidence, pure coincidence."
Qin Yu was a bit embarrassed and, with that, put Miss Furina down.
"Alright, please allow this lady to reintroduce herself."
Miss Furina, perched on Qin Yu's shoulder, was elegantly languid.
"As you can see, this form is that of the Seven Archons of the nations, the Hydro Archon of Fontaine, the embodiment of Furina's justice and purity."
"Mmm... and also the future Archon of the supreme judge, Qin Yu."
"?"
As soon as she finished speaking, the atmosphere shifted.
The Madam and the wife's smiles were kind.
So you're also interested... in Qin Yu?
"Hmph, throw this Archon who is close to the Heavenly Principles out."
The Tsaritsa's voice was clear and cold, her OL attire accentuating her figure, exuding the aura of a domineering CEO.
"An Archon with no love for her nation can only point fingers, can she?"
Miss Furina smiled elegantly, retorting without hesitation.
Arguing with an Archon who attended court every day?
We're all Archons, who's afraid of whom?
"Furina...!"
"The Cryo Archon...!"
"Enough."
Seeing the atmosphere at an impasse, Qin Yu stepped forward.
He grabbed Miss Furina's tiny cat scruff and lifted her up.
He then looked at the defeated and captured Cryo Archon.
If he didn't display some authority, how would they know the formidable power of Qin Yu?
Either, everyone sits down and talks properly.
Those who want to fight can fight him first, and he'll decide the outcome!
"..."
The man and the cat fell silent, gazing at Qin Yu, whose eyes flashed with divine light, his expression exceptionally serious.
Qin Yu, bearing multiple divine powers, possessed a divine presence that was awe-inspiring when he was serious.
In the end, it still came down to whose fist was bigger.
Talking was, of course, the way to go.
"Heh heh... My sun, you're being quite assertive."
Madam Greater Lord Rukkhadevata chuckled, covering her mouth, a tender affection glinting in her eyes.
Occasional assertiveness only adds to charm.
"Let's talk it over together."
Ying, the wife, crossed her arms and nodded gently.
She was rather in the mood for dessert.
"Then I'll take my leave...!"
Nilou sat on the grass, hugging herself and speaking softly.
She recalled Teacher's terrifying arrow that pierced Seirai Island and altered its landscape.
And now, all these Archons.
As an innocent young girl, she couldn't help but feel the pressure.
"You can't leave."
Qin Yu smiled, walked to Nilou's side, and gently stroked her head.
Don't underestimate yourself.
You also bear the power of an Archon, Nilou.
Furthermore, as my student, how can you just leave whenever you please?
Let's have this meeting together.
Everyone will be gentle and attentive towards you.
If you're still disobedient, Teacher will have to "discipline" you.
"Teacher, perhaps this isn't a good time for me to be here," Nilou said, conflicted.
She and the God of Flowers shared one soul, one body.
But in the past, she was just an ordinary girl.
Ordinary and extraordinary.
Could she truly control this power and gain everyone's acceptance?
"No, you've come at the perfect time."
Qin Yu smiled and extended his hand, inviting her softly.
Teacher will help you master the power of the God of Flowers.
Nilou is a brave girl, isn't she?
"...Mm, thank you, Teacher!"
Nilou looked up at Qin Yu, her face blooming into a sweet smile.
Her maidenly reserve lasted only for a moment.
She mustered her courage and extended her hands to grasp Qin Yu's.
To live up to Teacher's expectations, Nilou will strive to satisfy him!
"Then, Teacher has another surprise for you, would you like it?"
Qin Yu smiled mysteriously and stood up, pulling Nilou with him.
"Teacher's... yes, I want it."
Nilou blinked, her eyes full of anticipation.
What could it be?
"You'll know soon enough."
Qin Yu's gaze swept over the women, finally resting on Madam.
They had a tacit understanding, knowing each other's thoughts.
Madam smiled gently and nodded softly.
Then, she elegantly stepped forward, facing the other women, her demeanor gentle and virtuous.
"Since we are all gathered here, why not take this opportunity to hold a gathering?"
As the first Wisdom God in charge of the World Tree, Greater Lord Rukkhadevata naturally had the highest seniority among the women.
It was most fitting for her to make the suggestion.
"Alright."
The women glanced at Qin Yu and then nodded in unison.
...
Next, it was time for relaxed and enjoyable preparations.
In reality, it was still Qin Yu doing all the work.
First, a campsite needed to be set up on the grassy area by the river.
That's right, this was an outing, and they were planning to stay overnight.
Yes, this was the intention of Madam and the wife.
As for their specific plans, who could possibly know?