In the future, few would ever know.
That this agreement, witnessed by all gods and capable of changing the continent of Teyvat, was made within an ordinary wooden hut.
Next was the construction of Seirai Island.
This construction was no mere matter of Qin Yu building houses for his harem.
The most crucial element was the completion of the mechanical factory.
Once it was finished, Qin Yu's final puzzle piece to becoming a god would be complete.
The exoskeleton mechs, integrating the technologies of Khaenri'ah and the Scarlet King, were shells of strength comparable to gods.
Sartorial had already completed the initial assembly and debugging.
It even incorporated Ei's puppet mechanism technology, Lady Furina's Void Calculating Terminal, Furina's Fontaine engineering designs, and so on...
And, of course, with the support of the Anemo Archon and the Geo Archon.
To have so many gods contribute meant Qin Yu was receiving treatment fit for a Heavenly Archon.
The lineup for the Khaenri'ah war wasn't even this complete.
...
After work hours, everyone became more casual.
There was Ei, switching accounts to eat Sanshuo Danzi.
The Cryo Archon, silently playing games.
Miss Furina, engrossed in writing and drawing.
And the two close friends, Lady Yae and the God of Flowers, holding a tea party and whispering secrets.
The atmosphere was harmonious and loving, putting everyone at ease.
In short, no one was doing any actual work.
...
Qin Yu returned to his seat, a sense of contentment filling him.
It wasn't just because Lumine's little hand was soft and tender...
Alright, the sensation of holding it was indeed quite pleasant.
Just as Qin Yu's lips couldn't help but curl upwards,
The sudden pain in his foot pulled him back to reality.
"Pervert, how long do you plan on touching it!"
Lumine whispered, glaring at Qin Yu, who still hadn't let go.
As if not satisfied, she then lifted her long leg from under the table and stepped on him.
Let's see you pinch.
Punishment, severe punishment!
"Cough... My apologies."
Qin Yu said apologetically, reluctantly releasing his hand.
To be honest, he hadn't touched enough.
He was honest, which was commendable.
"...You!"
Lumine noticed the regret on Qin Yu's face and instinctively raised her little pink fist.
In her anger, her delicate face was already tinged with a hint of alluring blush.
Qin Yu's little maid was about to bite.
It was a pity that Lumine posed no threat at all at this moment.
Her pouting, cute expression was more like the playful affection of young lovers.
What to do, he wanted to tease her even more.
With that thought, Qin Yu pulled out a thick, long cat tail from under the table.
"Wh-what do you want to do."
"Heh... A certain disobedient little maid needs to settle her accounts!"
The two tussled under the table, breathless.
The thin wooden table, after all, silently bore the brunt of it all.
...
"I'll explain to Barbara... In short! I'm going to dig for treasure chests first!"
Lumine slammed the table, her face flushed, and quickly dragged Paimon away.
Watching her stagger, almost unable to stand, was truly worrying.
"Sigh, be careful."
Qin Yu put away the cat tail and said helplessly.
She's running off already? He hadn't had enough fun.
Besides, at this age, she was still so sensitive.
Her weakness was her waist?
A little maid who was ticklish was quite cute.
With that thought, he smiled and casually picked up the teacup on the table.
"Crack!"
Before Qin Yu could lift it, a soft, fluffy cat's paw pressed down on his hand.
"Hey... This cup has been drunk from by this lady."
Miss Furina elegantly rolled her eyes at Qin Yu and pushed his offending hand away.
Indirect kissing was not gentlemanly at all.
Trying to steal a kiss from her?
"My apologies, I picked up the wrong one."
Qin Yu apologized and picked up the teacup by the side.
Suddenly, his gaze shifted.
Through the wisps of steam, he could see Furina's hazy and beautiful figure.
A pair of sapphire blue eyes, exuding elegance and refinement, with a hint of lazy allure.
Her absorbed focus on writing and drawing exuded the romantic aura of an artist.
As expected of Miss Furina, truly a beautiful and charming lady.
If only her true self were here.
Qin Yu thought, and couldn't help but place his hand on Miss Furina's cat paw.
The two teacups were so close, could he really be blamed?
It was Miss Furina who had actively moved closer.
"Heh, my esteemed Grand Inquisitor, it seems you are quite interested in this lady's teacup..."
Miss Furina tilted her snow-white chin, her beautiful eyes narrowed.
Her cat paw pressed down on Qin Yu again.
Seeing her eagerness, it was clear she hadn't debated with anyone in a long time.
"Cough... I am a respectable person."
Qin Yu quickly explained, seeing the other women looking over.
Slander, this was definitely slander!
"Hmph, unwilling to admit it?"
Miss Furina's lips curled slightly, provocatively pushing her teacup forward.
Drink this cup of tea, and agree to become this lady's person.
This transaction was fair.
Come, my Inquisitor.
If it were you, even doing something more excessive wouldn't be unacceptable.
"?"
Qin Yu opened his mouth, about to respond.
Miss Furina, please don't cause trouble at this crucial moment!
"The self-proclaimed pure Hydro Archon also shares teacups?"
The Tsaritsa suddenly spoke coldly.
Her beautiful eyes narrowed, her gaze fixed on the hands clasped between Furina and Qin Yu.
How dare she touch her little boyfriend's hand in front of her?
The Tsaritsa put down her game console, her arrogance and dominance fully displayed.
"Yes, yes, Your Majesty the Tsaritsa is the purest, you even took the time to wash your feet just now."
Miss Furina chuckled behind her hand, her retort as elegant and composed as ever.
As she spoke, she glanced at Qin Yu.
The meaning was self-evident.
Everyone wanted to win Qin Yu over to their side, so no one should mock anyone else.
"Cough, this isn't right!"
Qin Yu, innocently caught in the crossfire, sweated on his forehead.
He had indeed profaned the noble Tsaritsa's... jade feet.
Small, fragrant, very moist and cute.
But Miss Furina, how did you know!
"Eh... You just admitted you had something going on?"
Miss Furina caught the loophole, her tone playful.
After saying that, she let out a low laugh, her gaze shifting between Qin Yu and the Tsaritsa.
No way, you actually managed to... with the ice god who has germophobia?
"It was just a coincidence that the tea spilled on my foot."
The Tsaritsa's expression remained calm, she said faintly.
However, she quietly withdrew her gaze, and the action of turning on her game console revealed the ripple of emotions in her heart.
"..."
Qin Yu silently covered his face, not speaking.
You're also a True Monarch of pouring tea and washing feet?
By the way, as gods of ice and water with germophobia, is it really okay to discuss such topics?
What happened to purity!
"Hmph, if you don't want to drink it, then forget it."
Miss Furina, having gained the upper hand in the verbal sparring, did not continue to confront the Tsaritsa and instead glared at Qin Yu.
"Who said I don't want to drink it."
Qin Yu blinked, and instinctively responded.
He gazed at the elegant and beautiful Miss Furina, extending his hand.
A rebellious spirit was burning fiercely within him.
He directly grasped the teacup, preparing to lift it and drink.
"?"
The air fell silent.
Qin Yu maintained the posture of holding the teacup, looking rather awkward.
Why didn't anyone try to dissuade him!
"Mhm, continue."
Miss Furina propped up her face, raised her cat paw, and encouraged him.
She smiled, looking as if he had fallen into her trap.
"I'm really drinking it."
"Please do."
Seeing Miss Furina's deliberate provocation, Qin Yu took a deep breath.
The stirring in his heart finally turned into impulse.
It was just an indirect kiss, what was there to fear.
He directly lifted the cup and drank.
The warm delicacy gently flowed across his tongue, bringing a smooth and rich taste.
Fragrant and sweet, with an endless aftertaste.
Just like Miss Furina's elegant and charming ladylike demeanor.
He couldn't help but lick his lips.
Thank you for the hospitality, Miss Furina.