"Hello, I'm Qin Yu."
Qin Yu looked at Nilou, a gentle smile on his face.
Sweet and lovely girls always evoked good feelings.
And this subtle sense of familiarity…
It wasn't just an excuse for Qin Yu's advances, but a genuine feeling of having met before.
Although, this must be their first meeting, right?
"My friend, I'm happy too."
Nilou placed a hand over her chest, a relaxed smile gracing her pretty face.
Within her azure eyes, a brilliant divine light flashed and vanished.
The power of the Flower God allowed Nilou to perceive good and evil.
Mr. Qin Yu was a very amiable person.
Sigh... relax, Nilou.
This is your first meeting, you need to act naturally.
"Friend?"
Qin Yu murmured, then seemed to realize something.
He glanced at the three women standing gracefully together and understood with a smile.
It seemed they were getting along very well.
"Perfect timing, everyone, come with me…"
Just as Qin Yu was about to invite the women to accompany him, his expression changed.
The elemental energy in the air was shifting?
Something was about to awaken.
"It's the enraged roar of the Bathysmal Vishap…! Be careful!"
Nilou's eyes widened suddenly, and she said urgently.
She could now confirm it.
Just like the transport beast mooing.
She could also hear the voices of magical beasts!
"What?"
Everyone was startled by her words.
But in the next moment…
A sudden outcry rose from the crowd.
"Look, look, that monster is moving!"
"Roar—!"
At the same time, the roar of a beast echoed.
The ground trembled, and a suffocating bloody pressure spread.
Faintly, frost seemed to condense.
This Bathysmal Vishap had undergone an icy elemental anomaly here!
"Is it trying to break free from its restraints?"
Among the women, Keqing reacted the fastest.
A purple glint flickered at her fingertips, and she instinctively reached for her sword.
But in the next second, Keqing relaxed.
The oppressive aura that was about to engulf the citizens had quietly solidified.
"Roar—"
The Bathysmal Vishap, about to go berserk, slammed back onto the ground with a grating crunch.
It wailed, unable to move.
A more powerful existence had suppressed it.
"…"
Qin Yu's eyes flickered as he looked towards the massive, cold shadow.
It seemed something had provoked the Bathysmal Vishap, causing it to mutate into ice element.
Ice elemental energy…
Qin Yu's first suspicion fell on the divine power of the Tsaritsa.
In other words, the Delusion on Columbia.
"…"
Columbia gently shook her head.
What was a Delusion compared to a true embodiment of ice and snow?
She sensed something and subtly turned her head, looking into the distance.
In the crowd, that silvery-gray figure was particularly conspicuous.
Your Majesty, are you observing Qin Yu?
…
"That's… all?"
Nilou's lips parted slightly, her gaze fixed on Qin Yu's calm expression, a spark flashing in her eyes.
Mr. Qin Yu is so amazing.
"I apologize for frightening everyone."
Qin Yu looked at the women and said softly.
This Bathysmal Vishap chose precisely this moment to transform; it was truly inconvenient.
"It's fine."
"We're all very capable, right!"
Yoimiya flexed her small fists, huffing.
If that big lizard misbehaved, she would...!
"She wants to use this as an opportunity to test fireworks again."
Keqing crossed her arms, exposing Yoimiya's hidden intentions.
As a worker in construction and engineering, she instinctively felt wary of such "destructive" elements.
"H-how could that be!"
Yoimiya stammered, stomping her foot in dissatisfaction.
"Hehe… you are all very good sisters."
Nilou watched the two bickering women and chuckled, covering her mouth.
Then, she looked back at Qin Yu.
So this is what Mr. Qin Yu's daily life is like?
It's so harmonious and loving.
Miss Nilou really likes this atmosphere.
"It would be best if it could always be like this."
Qin Yu chuckled helplessly, recalling the many times things had gone awry.
At least for now, it was peaceful.
Yes, there shouldn't be any problems.
With that, he gestured for the women to wait for a moment while he checked on the Bathysmal Vishap.
"Um… Mr. Qin Yu."
"Could I stay by your side and take a closer look at the Bathysmal Vishap?"
Nilou hesitated for a moment before looking expectantly at Qin Yu.
She wanted to further confirm her abilities.
…And at the same time, confirm the power of the Flower God.
"Alright."
Qin Yu smiled, not refusing.
Nilou had already shown her ability to perceive the Bathysmal Vishap earlier.
This small request was naturally not a problem.
…
The two walked together towards the Bathysmal Vishap.
*Crunch.*
The crisp sound of footsteps on shattered ice.
"Mr. Qin Yu."
Nilou rubbed her reddened hands and exhaled softly.
The icy elemental energy from the Bathysmal Vishap's anomaly had not yet dissipated.
And she was wearing a dancer's revealing costume.
Naturally, she felt a bit cold.
And the only warmth beside her was…
Nilou subtly glanced at Qin Yu.
In the sunlight, his profile was handsome, and his gaze was calm.
"…"
Nilou blinked her large eyes and then looked away.
Mr. Qin Yu is so amazing.
Not only could he easily subdue monsters, but he wasn't afraid of the cold at all.
Would he find learning to dance just as easy?
Imagine them hosting a banquet together, singing and dancing…
As the young girl's thoughts began to wander,
"Here, don't catch a cold."
Qin Yu's voice brought her back to reality.
Nilou slowly widened her eyes.
A ball of emerald green light appeared before her.
"Mr. Qin Yu's… it's so warm."
Nilou accepted the ball of light, her eyes filled with pleasant surprise.
She wasn't cold at all anymore.
And this exceptionally familiar and comfortable feeling…
[Life energy, the power of the Dendro Archon]
In her consciousness, the Flower God was also surprised.
The relationship between Qin Yu and her good friend seemed a bit too close.
[This power seems to be able to dissolve the 'barrier']
[It can also help you better control your powers]
"…"
Nilou pursed her lips.
The so-called barrier was the obstacle preventing her from meeting with the Flower God's consciousness.
That's wonderful.
Mr. Qin Yu… he could really help her!
With this thought, Nilou finally made up her mind.
"Mr. Qin Yu, I want…!"
"No need to be shy, go and look at the Bathysmal Vishap."
Qin Yu smiled faintly, encouraging her softly.
It was just life energy, no need for thanks.
It would make him seem too aloof.
"Eh? O-okay."
Nilou blinked in a dazed manner, then showed a warm smile.
Mr. Qin Yu is truly such an amiable and gentle person.
The young girl cradled the jade-like beautiful light in her hands, murmuring in her heart.
At the same time, she was also speaking to the Flower God.
[Didn't I say so?]
The Flower God's tone carried a hint of pride.
Qin Yu was a man she approved of.
One day, they would establish a contract of mutual devotion.
Her good friend, Greater Lord Rukkhadevata, would also bless her.
…
Qin Yu and Nilou arrived before the Bathysmal Vishap.
"Are you sure you want to do this?"
Qin Yu looked at Nilou and asked.
Being able to converse with a bloodthirsty Bathysmal Vishap…
If anything unexpected happened, it wouldn't be good to scare the lovely young girl.
"I want to try."
Nilou took a deep breath, cheering herself on.
Perhaps she could befriend the Bathysmal Vishap and help Mr. Qin Yu.
Then she could take the opportunity to make that request…
"It's alright, I'll be by your side."
Qin Yu looked at the slightly nervous Nilou and encouraged her.
If the Bathysmal Vishap was unreasonable, Qin Yu would teach it some manners.
"…"
Nilou nodded gently.
In her heart, a small thought quietly took root.
This feeling…
It was like secretly eating some rice dumplings after practicing dance, when no one was looking.
Sweet, fulfilling.
Even though it might make her waistline expand.
But she liked it, so it was worth it.
"Mr. Qin Yu… could you come a little closer to me, please?"
Nilou raised her pretty face, her gem-like beautiful eyes reflecting Qin Yu's visage.
"I'm a little scared."