The sudden appearance of Makoto, with an identical likeness to Ei.
In contrast, she was clad in a pure white kimono, exuding a gentle aura.
The relaxed smile on her face and her gem-like, sparkling violet eyes revealed a hint of liveliness and spirit.
"Are you Ei's little boyfriend?"
Raiden Makoto blinked her violet eyes, appraising Qin Yu with curiosity.
She reached out and poked Qin Yu's cheek.
With a gasp of surprise, she seemed to have discovered a rare species of yokai.
Someone was actually able to lure away her oblivious, foolish sister...
As the elder sister, she absolutely had to observe him carefully.
"Cough... It's nice to meet you, I'm Qin Yu."
Facing Raiden Makoto's poking, Qin Yu blinked his eyes and mumbled.
Qin was attempting to salvage his image as a serious person.
Yes, he had messed up again.
And this time, he had directly crashed into the woman's parents.
What was supposed to be meeting the parents had turned into an embarrassing display of affection!
"Hello there, Qin Yu."
"And... my dear sister, Ei."
Raiden Makoto smiled, deliberately emphasizing the word "dear."
"Mm... she is indeed quite dear."
Qin Yu nodded in agreement, earnestly stating this under the scrutiny of the senior figure.
He was honest, and that deserved praise.
"Right, right, I think so too."
Raiden Makoto's eyes sparkled, as if a topic switch had been activated.
"Why don't I tell you some interesting stories about Ei from the past?"
"Really? I'd love to hear them."
But before Qin Yu could lean in, his expression stiffened.
It was Ei, who had finally erupted after a period of silence. She directly lifted her long leg and stepped on Qin Yu.
Qin Yu fell silent, glancing at the fierce-looking Ei.
Senior figure, please be gentler next time. It would be best to take off your high heels before stepping.
"Hey—Flirting in front of your sister."
Raiden Makoto showed an aunt-like smile, full of doting affection.
"Sister, Yu and I are just..."
Facing her sister's teasing gaze, Ei finally reacted.
She and Yu were still in an intimate embrace.
In front of her sister!
Thinking of this, Ei pushed Qin Yu away, wanting to explain.
But all explanations were pale and weak.
Moreover, in front of her sister, she couldn't hide her true feelings.
...It had been this way for thousands of years.
"Just what?"
Makoto smiled, observing Ei's reaction, feeling a surge of novelty.
Her sister used to never show such an expression.
Surely, it was because of this legendary romance?
Thinking of this, Makoto felt a pang of distress.
She didn't seem to have any experience in this area, so how could she help Ei?
"..."
Ei pursed her lips, saying nothing.
The majestic General was preparing to go online.
"Ei, if you don't want to say it, then I'll have to ask Qin Yu."
Raiden Makoto, seeing her sister about to enter a tsundere state, blinked her eyes.
Suddenly, she reached out and took Qin Yu's hand.
Qin Yu: "?"
Qin, who had been spectating, was suddenly stunned and subconsciously looked at Makoto, who had a gentle expression and a stunning figure.
What... what was going on?
"Heh heh... I think your Qin Yu is quite good, I'd like to know more about him."
Makoto gently said, holding Qin Yu's arm.
Shall we go chat somewhere else?
"Sister, no!"
Ei's eyelashes trembled, and she instinctively grabbed Qin Yu's other arm.
But Ei soon realized that this was just a little prank by her sister to tease her.
She had been seen through by her sister again.
"..."
Qin Yu, caught in the middle, looked innocent.
He looked at the two sisters, who looked identical but had completely different temperaments, and marveled in his heart.
What a pair of sisters.
Makoto and Ei were twin Archons, complementing each other.
Naturally, the two women had completely opposite personalities.
As the younger sister, Raiden Ei was cold and indifferent, with explosive combat power.
As the elder sister, Raiden Makoto was gentle and lively, not skilled in combat.
This feeling, like being caught between ice and fire, made Qin Yu feel a sense of trance.
Unlike the superficial "mother-daughter" relationship between Greater Lord Rukkhadevata and Nahida.
Makoto and Ei were actual twin sisters.
...
"You've been exposed, Ei."
Raiden Makoto released Qin Yu, showing a knowing smile.
As her older sister, she could easily handle her younger sister.
"..."
Ei remained silent, still holding Qin Yu's hand, unwilling to let go.
"Heh heh... Ei, I understand."
Makoto chuckled behind her hand, winking meaningfully.
Don't worry, sister will keep your little secret.
But given your clumsy nature, you've probably already exposed most of it, haven't you?
Makoto recalled the past, and a doting smile curved her lips.
I still can't stop worrying about you, my foolish sister.
Although your naginata has shielded me from countless disasters, your emotions are still as blank as paper.
She said, looking at Qin Yu and nodding slightly.
If you hadn't met him, Ei would probably still be suffering.
"..."
Qin Yu tightened his grip on Ei's hand, their fingers interlaced.
Everything was understood without words.
"...Sister, don't underestimate me!"
Ripples appeared in Ei's violet eyes as she said with a hint of defiance.
All this time, her sister seemed to understand everything, serving as her gentle guide.
But... things were different now.
For example, in terms of romantic experience, Ei was confident that she was not inferior to any of the Seven Archons.
Even Greater Lord Rukkhadevata, the God of Wisdom, wouldn't be able to compare.
"..."
Raiden Makoto was not surprised. She looked at Ei's serious face, her eyes filled with emotion.
The two sisters fell silent, gazing at each other for a long time.
Finally, Raiden Makoto smiled slightly, breaking the heavy atmosphere.
"Since Ei has grown so much, I can finally rest assured."
Her tone was filled with relief, and she took a few steps back.
"Sister?"
Ei seemed to sense something and quickly reached out to grab Makoto.
This time, would she leave without saying goodbye again?
"What is it, Ei?"
Raiden Makoto tilted her head, her smile still warm.
At the same time, her entire body began to glow with a dreamlike light, as if she were about to dissipate.
"Ei, you know, this is all that's left of my soul's power."
Makoto murmured softly, but without sadness.
"Coincidentally, I have a gift for you."
She slowly raised her hand, and in her open palm, a seed shone brightly.
As long as the Sakura Tree was planted before she dissipated...
"Makoto, this seed should be planted by you and Ei together."
Suddenly, a calm voice spoke with seriousness.
Makoto was momentarily stunned and subconsciously looked at Qin Yu, who was accompanying Ei.
"Sister, Yu has a way to make you stay."
Ei said softly, holding Makoto's hand.
This time, there would be no more regrets.
"But my soul is already so weak that it could dissipate at any moment..."
Makoto instinctively shook her head, about to deny it.
But before she could finish, she showed a gentle smile again.
Because she noticed the incomparably hopeful gaze in Ei's eyes.
...And the confidence and earnestness in the eyes of the young man named Qin Yu.
"Come on."
Qin Yu extended his hand, inviting Raiden Makoto.
The latter did not hesitate, gently placing her hand in his.
Slowly, she clasped it.
"..."
Makoto smiled slightly as Qin Yu held both her and her sister's hands at the same time.
"Alright, if Qin Yu is that capable, I'm willing to try."