"I think... I can."
Qin, with a light cough, prepared to help search for a branch of the World Tree.
But before he could act, Makoto dodged him, leaving only her beautiful silhouette.
"Trying to be mischievous again? I have my sister to back me up."
Makoto crossed her arms, turning sideways to face Qin Yu, her gaze warning.
After speaking, she even threatened him with a little fist.
If he misbehaved again, she would call Ei out.
Then, the two sisters would punish Qin Yu together!
"It's just experience."
Qin Yu smiled helplessly, indicating he had no other intentions.
Indeed, being called "Big Leader" was effective; she immediately became obedient.
After all, being stepped on by the Big Leader too often would be hard on the body.
But as soon as he spoke, Qin Yu realized something was wrong.
"Experience? You two have already...!"
Makoto keenly caught the keyword, her eyes widening slightly.
What exactly had he done to Ei?!
With a flicker of lightning, Makoto was about to draw her beloved sword, "Yama."
The protective older sister was back online.
"Listen to me, it's not what you think!"
Realizing he had messed up again, Qin Yu attempted to argue.
"Qin Yu!"
After some chaos.
"Qin Yu, why is your shield so hard?"
Makoto, panting, stopped, her eyes filled with a lingering resentment.
Her body, which had been in a recovery state, felt weak.
Recalling the events between her and Qin Yu just now...
At first, Qin Yu could cooperate and move a little.
But later, he simply raised his shield and stood there watching.
He even said things like "impenetrable fortress, refusing a sickly son-in-law."
"Just a minor trick."
Qin Yu smiled and voluntarily deactivated his shield.
After venting for so long, she couldn't possibly chase him with a sword again, could she?
After all... harmony was important in a family.
"You want to see more? Turn around first."
Makoto snorted, deciding to find the World Tree's branch herself.
Although, as the older sister, it felt a bit strange to reach into her sister's place in front of Qin Yu.
But it was better than Qin Yu being disobedient.
"Okay."
Qin Yu nodded and obediently turned around, his back to Makoto.
To reiterate, he was a proper gentleman who respected a woman's wishes.
"Then I'll begin."
Makoto curiously reached out her hand and began to search.
...
Finally, she successfully found a branch of the World Tree.
"Yu, what do I do next?" Makoto asked.
"Just activate the branch, and your soul will naturally return."
After Qin Yu explained, he extended his hand.
Next, Makoto needed to sleep.
No need to worry, he would guard the Sacred Sakura tree.
To witness the true reunion of Makoto and Ei, the twin sisters.
"...Thank you, Yu."
Makoto's pretty face held a gentle smile, but she didn't take Qin Yu's hand.
With light, graceful steps, she drew closer.
Qin Yu smiled slightly and consciously opened his arms.
"Please."
Makoto leaned into Qin Yu's embrace, feeling his warmth, and closed her eyes.
The trust and warmth in her heart were unspoken.
...
Soon, steady breathing could be heard.
Makoto, or rather Ei, slept soundly.
After thousands of years of mutual support, they had finally found a common reliance.
Yu.
This time, they promised, they would walk forward together.
"Sweet dreams."
Qin Yu gazed at the exquisite sleeping face of the woman in his arms, his eyes soft.
Finally, this moment had arrived.
"The regrets of the past, though they cannot be entirely erased, have at least reached a conclusion."
Qin Yu murmured.
In his eyes, purple and emerald green intertwined, eventually transforming into new energy.
Now possessing both Electro and Dendro divine power, he alone could regenerate a body.
"Swish—"
The power to stimulate was transmitted into the branch of the World Tree.
The pure sapling began to grow and differentiate, finally blooming with a dreamlike radiance.
"Sister... Yu."
Ei, in his arms, her eyelashes trembled, softly murmured.
She sensed a familiar aura.
Still in her dreams, Ei subconsciously embraced the glowing mass that nurtured life.
It was both protection and reliance.
What did it matter if she was one of the Seven Archons? She was still a younger sister.
And Qin Yu's little... and big girlfriend.
Her position as the primary consort was unshakeable.
"Wait a little longer, Ei."
Qin Yu supported her as she leaned against the Sacred Sakura tree, gazing at the pink sky.
Beautiful woman, beautiful scenery.
It felt like something was missing.
"Yes... this is a brand new journey."
Qin Yu said softly, the Electro and Dendro divine power in his eyes slowly dissipating.
Quietly, the green glow of Anemo lit up.
Pure Anemo divine power.
Columbina said that journeys were always accompanied by poetry and songs.
Just like the bards of Mondstadt, singing of beauty.
"Allow me to play a melody for you all, so you may have sweet dreams."
The young man took out the lyre that Columbina had given him.
His soft whispers faded into silence.
In their place, the melodious and soothing sound of the zither emerged, pleasant to the ear.
Beside him, two elegant figures leaned into his embrace simultaneously.
Makoto, Ei.
In Qin Yu's music, their brows relaxed, their sleeping faces exquisite.
Cherry blossoms fell, and time seemed to freeze.
Perhaps, this was eternal beauty.
Qin Yu mused in his heart.
...
Beautiful songs do not fade away.
They would follow the free wind, find the next destined person, and offer their blessings.
On the sea route from Mondstadt to Inazuma.
Standing by the ship, a young girl was softly humming.
"♪ Hmm hmm hmm~ hmm hmm~"
She wore a pure white dress, was petite and adorable, with light golden hair styled into spiral pigtails.
And delicate white stockings adorned with small floral patterns.
"What a lovely zither melody."
The girl's eyes suddenly opened, her sapphire blue irises flashing with surprise.
"Such a beautiful sound, could it be that the Anemo Archon, Barbatos, is guiding me?"
She greeted the comfortable sea breeze and carefully held the lyre in her arms.
It was a treasure of Mondstadt.
It was a shame that it had been damaged and lost its original luster.
"The Skyward Harp..."
The girl's expression turned dejected, her fingertips caressing the shocking crack.
Perhaps only the Anemo Archon's divine power could repair you.
But where could she find Anemo divine power?
"Ha... it seems someone... is looking for me, Barbatos..."
A slurred voice echoed, accompanied by a burp.
"...Venti! You're talking nonsense again!"
The girl stomped her foot, turning around in annoyance.
How could the revered Anemo Archon be this idle bard who was always slacking off and drinking on credit!
"Ehehe."
Not far away, the bard-like young man took a large gulp of wine.
"Such a beautiful melody...! Don't you want to sing along?"
Venti swayed his wine bottle and smiled.
This was the power of Anemo divine power.
"I'm visiting Inazuma on behalf of the Church this time, and I have a mission."
Barbara caressed the Skyward Harp and gently shook her head.
Meeting the Electro Archon naturally required sufficient solemnity.
And the weight represented by the Skyward Harp was enough to show Mondstadt's importance.
And Mondstadt's purpose...
"It's about the Abyss Order, isn't it?"
Suddenly, a voice, calm yet with a hint of coldness, spoke.
"Who... are you?"
Barbara looked at the shadowy figure, asking in confusion.
In the night, one could vaguely discern that it was an older sister.
An older sister with a particularly, exceptionally good figure.
"The Wave Rider - Eula Lawrence, extends her greetings."
From the darkness, a tall woman walked out slowly.
She deliberately emphasized the word "Lawrence" with a heavier tone.