"Don't rush, let me look around here a bit more."
Qin Yu sat at the counter, his fingertips moving as he ordered some tea and pastries for himself.
He was quite the self-invited guest.
After all, it was Furina, the Hydro Archon herself, serving him, so he had to enjoy it.
"You have good taste, this is my signature," Furina chuckled, covering her mouth, then extended a fair hand, beckoning Qin Yu.
The money.
"Uh... do we need to pay for our relationship?"
Qin Yu's smile froze slightly as he tried to get away with it.
The money he had on him was taken by the girls who bought flowers on the street earlier, leaving him with nothing.
"Don't play dumb, this is a small business of mine. You wouldn't want to default, would you?"
Miss Furina feigned weakness, frowning slightly and twirling a strand of her hair.
Fontaine's laws were very strict.
Her gaze, not entirely benevolent, scanned Qin Yu, whose eyes were darting around.
Or perhaps...
You want to stay in Fontaine and work for me to pay off your debt?
Taking a male servant or something wouldn't be bad.
"Ahem, I'll make it up next time."
Qin Yu coughed lightly, admitting that he had no money.
It was a bit awkward to go on a date with an elegant lady without any money.
"Alright~ Who told you you were my first customer."
"I'll note down this credit."
Fortunately, Miss Furina was in a good mood and didn't make things too difficult.
She waved her hand nonchalantly, gesturing for Qin Yu to wait.
The clinking of porcelain cups echoed like musical instruments, invigorating the spirit.
Furina hummed an unknown, soothing melody and turned to prepare Qin Yu's drink.
"I didn't know you were so good at making tea and pastries."
Qin Yu rested his chin on his hand, his gaze drawn to Furina's elegant and graceful back.
Her waist was slender, and her white hair cascaded down, soft and beautiful.
She was a charming and exquisite deity.
At least, that's how it should have been.
But unfortunately, he had witnessed Furina's duel with the previous Hydro Archon.
He could only say that the House of the Invoker's evaluation of their own Archon had some basis.
For example, her fanatical fighting style was purely a life-for-life exchange.
It wasn't a game to be played like that, even if damage was bound to HP.
"Just trying to please me won't get you a free meal, you know."
Furina said meaningfully, her back to Qin Yu.
Don't think she couldn't see.
If your gaze lingers any longer, I'll have you arrested for indecency.
Well, technically, this Hydro Archon was in retirement.
But in present-day Fontaine, many of the unreasonable laws of the previous Hydro Archon had been revised by Furina.
This meant that the judicial power of the entire country was now completely in her hands.
All that was needed was for Qin Yu to nod his head, and he would immediately take on the position of Chief Justice.
Even the office was in the same room.
A righteous god could also have less "righteous" little thoughts.
"So... it can actually be free?"
Qin Yu caught the keyword, his eyes lighting up.
Being a Chief Justice was nowhere as comfortable as slacking off.
Seeing a chance to get something for free from an Archon, it felt like a win-win.
"Yes, for example, by staying in Fontaine from today onwards, how about it?"
Furina turned around, placing the brewed tea and pastries on the table.
She leaned forward, bringing her face close to Qin Yu's, cupping her exquisite and beautiful face in one hand, and a playful smile bloomed on her lips.
Deities who upheld justice were all about fairness.
As long as Qin Yu agreed, it wouldn't be impossible for her to prepare tea and pastries for him every day.
This deal was very worthwhile.
"Am I the kind of person who is so easily bought?"
Qin Yu shook his head, feigning indifference.
He was a proper gentleman, after all.
With that, he picked up a pastry and put it in his mouth.
Mmm, it tasted really good.
Thinking this, he put his other hand into his pocket and mimed a search.
"Hmph~ You stubborn, dense guy, do as you please."
Furina's cheeks puffed out, and she rolled her eyes adorably.
For a moment, she really wanted to grab a long Fontainian baguette and shove it into Qin Yu's mouth.
Just eat, and choke to death.
But...
Despite her outwardly chiding demeanor, a smile still curved her lips.
As a normal coffee shop owner, her craft seemed to be quite good.
Just then.
Vibrant colors suddenly bloomed before him.
A faint, delicate fragrance wafted towards him.
"Miss Furina, please accept this."
As if performing magic, Qin Yu smiled and presented the carefully trimmed bouquet to Miss Furina.
He couldn't arrive empty-handed.
"It's an Iris..."
Furina looked at Qin Yu holding the bouquet, her gaze a mixture of surprise and amusement.
At the same time, the smile on her face became even more captivating.
Finally, she let out a soft laugh.
"Uh... is it strange?"
Qin Yu's mouth twitched as he watched Furina tapping the table, laughing so hard that tears were almost welling up.
What happened?
"Nothing, nothing."
Furina stopped laughing and took the bouquet with both hands.
She closed her eyes and bowed her head, inhaling the fragrance of the flowers.
Her eyelashes trembled slightly, elegant and breathtaking.
"Hey, my dear Judge."
"...What is it."
"Do you know what the language of Iris is?"
Furina opened her eyes, her gaze rippling with a playful, deep, and mysterious sparkle.
"...?!"
Qin Yu's face stiffened.
Damn it, I stepped into a trap.
This bouquet was on display in the flower shop window!
How could it be problematic...
"Guess."
Furina plucked a blue-purple Iris and tucked it behind her ear.
She winked at Qin Yu.
"How is it, does it look good?"
The vibrant flower was elegant and beautiful, accentuating the lady's unique romantic charm.
The flower was beautiful, but the person was even more so.
"It looks good."
Qin Yu looked at Furina and answered truthfully.
"Do you like it?"
"I do."
"Alright, then I can consider it."
"Oh... huh?!"
Qin Yu's body jolted, his eyes widening.
Consider what, already!
"The language of Iris is love, my unsophisticated Judge."
Furina chuckled and snapped her fingers elegantly.
*Snap*, the doors and windows closed tightly.
Qin Yu's body stiffened.
"Wait, I didn't know!"
A chill ran down his spine, and he quickly tried to explain.
A proper gentleman, you see?
"You dare to flirt with the Hydro Archon of Fontaine... You've got quite the nerve."
Furina's lips curved slightly, and a divine light flickered in her eyes.
Do you know you're breaking the law?
Open up, Fontaine Court of Justice!
"How did I flirt...!"
Just as Qin Yu opened his mouth to argue.
"Hehe, just kidding."
Furina's terrifying expression suddenly turned into a bright smile.
She placed the bouquet in a vase by the balcony.
"Again."
Qin Yu sighed helplessly, he knew it would be like this.
So, about the language of flowers for romance...
Unintentional misunderstandings always bring about heartfelt touches.
Qin Yu had to admit that, at one moment, he had thought about the possibility of romance.
Ahem, what if?
"I really like this surprise."
Miss Furina gazed at her reflection and Qin Yu's face in the mirror, hinting at something.
"...I'm glad you like it."
Qin Yu took a sip of tea, trying to calm himself.
"As for dating and things like that."
"I will be evaluating your performance today."
Furina revealed a triumphant smile.
You walked right into it, don't blame anyone else.
Stay in the city of Fontaine obediently!
"Pfft—Cough cough."
"I told you it was an accident!"
However, Furina ignored him and took his hand.
She pushed open the door again, stepping out into the world.
The sunlight was clear, the sky was azure.
"Don't just stand there."
A gentle breeze lifted the hem of the girl's pure white skirt.
"Our date is about to begin!"
Miss Furina's cheerful laughter drifted away with the breeze and white doves.
For a long, long time.