Thus, after Eula chose to join, the team for "exploring" Seirai Island was confirmed.
Seirai Island had just regained its vitality, making it the perfect time to formulate development plans.
The team was further divided into roughly three parts.
One was for those who wanted to venture out and enjoy a picnic.
Another was for those who would stay near the cabin, preparing food and expanding the courtyard.
As for the third part…
It was naturally for testing the combat performance of new weapons and simultaneously clearing out the Abyss Order presence in the area.
Seirai Island, by the riverbank.
The water sparkled, and the grass was lush and green.
Birds, riding the breeze, occasionally snatched live fish from the clear water, chirping joyfully.
A splash of water echoed, accompanied by exclamations of pure delight.
"Phew—the scenery here is truly magnificent."
Qin Yu splashed his face, feeling invigorated and refreshed.
He felt even more motivated.
"Hmph."
But not far from him, a faint chill persisted, slightly disrupting the atmosphere.
Who else could it be but Miss Eula.
The breeze played with her light blue hair, giving her a cool and beautiful aura.
At this moment, she stood with her arms crossed, exuding the natural aloofness of a noble lady.
"Miss Eula seems to enjoy looking at the scenery quite a bit."
Qin Yu offered what he considered a sunny smile, hoping to close the distance between them.
Oh no, he'd made her hold a grudge again.
"Staying vigilant of our surroundings, guarding against potential enemies, it's just a habit."
Eula glanced at Qin Yu, letting out a soft hmph, with an implied meaning.
Though she didn't explicitly state who the "enemy" to be wary of was.
Her resentful gaze, however, was fixed on a certain person.
The meaning was self-evident.
"Heh heh… it seems the job of the Spitfire Knight is quite taxing."
Qin Yu smiled slightly, taking the opportunity to admire the aloof beauty.
"..."
Eula lowered her gaze, silently and elegantly smoothing a lock of her hair.
Suddenly, her eyebrows furrowed slightly.
After traveling for so long, her hair felt a bit dry.
She bent down slightly, dipping her fingertips into the clear river water.
Her subtly arching waist displayed an astonishing flexibility, a blend of elegance and sensuality.
"Hmph, better than some lazy person."
Sensing Qin Yu's gaze, Eula straightened up and flicked her hand towards him, sending a gentle spray.
In the sunlight, a crystalline sparkle, water droplets flying.
"Wait a moment, I'm not lazy at all."
Qin Yu, splashed in the face by Eula's water, was caught off guard.
He wiped his face, protesting with a hint of defiance.
Slander, this was definitely slander!
"You still won't admit it?"
Eula glared at Qin Yu, her eyebrows raised.
She took a few long strides, quickly closing the distance between them, almost colliding.
"Um, um, would you like some spicy drinks...?"
Barbara, sensing the situation was amiss, quickly squeezed between them, pushing them apart, and said timidly.
Why were they arguing as soon as they met!
"The engagement, how do you explain that."
Eula pressed forward relentlessly.
"This... it's all a misunderstanding."
Qin Yu said helplessly.
"And the Komore Teahouse, with so many girls there!"
"Young ladies, maids, secretaries, students, companions..."
Miss Eula placed her hands on her hips, listing Qin Yu's transgressions, growing more indignant the more she thought about it.
When you were writing letters, did you know you were so adept at playing games?
Corrupt, decadent, impure!
The Lawrence family fell into decline precisely because of people like you, who didn't strive for progress!
With that thought, Eula grabbed Qin Yu's hand, her gaze earnest.
"Turn back now, and you can still make it if you cultivate diligently with me!"
"Wait a minute, you've been secretly investigating me?"
Qin Yu blinked, asking instinctively.
Cultivation, he sparred with the "Great Leader" every day.
But this accusatory—no, rather, this look of deep concern…
How did she know so much?
Qin Yu spotted the blind spot and struck a fatal blow.
"I, I just...!"
Eula was taken aback by his question and fell silent.
Her beautiful eyelashes fluttered, and she instinctively turned her face away.
"Don't overthink it, as your pen pal who urges you to improve, this is my responsibility."
"It's not like I care about you!"
As soon as she finished speaking, the air fell silent.
"Miss Eula?"
Qin Yu exchanged a look with Barbara, their expressions odd.
What a textbook tsundere statement.
"In any case, you can't keep degenerating...!"
Eula bit her lip, feigning composure.
The breeze ruffled her freshly arranged hair, making it flutter beautifully.
Vaguely, a touch of alluring pink crept up her earlobes.
Grudge +1.
"Ah, this."
Qin Yu, seemingly shamed by her interrogation, scratched his head awkwardly, his expression troubled.
He was actually pondering how to explain.
How had another person come to question his strength?
The previous one was a certain relationship consultant.
And before her, a certain domineering CEO.
As for the consequences of questioning him, those who knew, knew.
Damn it, don't underestimate the power of getting close!
"But I think Mr. Qin Yu is a very good person."
Barbara thought for a moment and said gently.
As she spoke, she looked at Qin Yu, a sweet smile gracing her face.
Mr. Qin Yu was handsome, strong, and possessed both power and prestige.
Many noble ladies in Mondstadt often argued incessantly about who was more charming, Mr. Qin Yu or Mr. Diluc.
Thinking of this, Barbara tapped her lips with her fingertip, looking a little conflicted.
If she had to compare...
She didn't know before, but now.
Mr. Qin Yu was the better person.
People with warm smiles always received bonus points.
"Hmph, how so."
Eula looked at Barbara, whose eyes were filled with admiration and respect, and felt a vague sense of discomfort.
But soon, her tsundere nature took over.
She was only here to complete the Knights' mission.
After repelling the Abyss Order and completing their cooperation, she would return to Mondstadt immediately.
Qin Yu? She barely knew him.
"It's just the Abyss Order, I'll go take care of a few right now to prove my strength to Miss Eula, that should suffice."
Qin Yu chuckled inwardly, but outwardly put on a serious expression.
He could now pierce Seirai Island with a single arrow, he was no longer human.
"You're full of spirit, want to have a sparring match with me?"
Eula elegantly tilted her chin, brimming with fighting spirit.
She had long wanted to test her skills against this pen pal she had admired from afar.
She had trained her swordsmanship with great effort precisely to prove herself to Qin Yu.
"A match..."
Qin Yu considered for a moment and was about to agree.
Suddenly, he noticed a charming figure appearing in the distance.
"Mr. Qin Yu, the preparations are complete."
Yelan smiled and waved in response.
"Your secretary, perhaps?"
Eula scrutinized Yelan, who walked over gracefully, her tone inexplicable.
When two women with impressive figures met, there was always a sense of comparison, sparking fireworks.
"Yes, I am temporarily employed by Mr. Qin Yu to handle some work."
Yelan stood behind Qin Yu with a professional demeanor, bowed lightly, and smiled.
Role-playing, she was also adept at.
Furthermore, she had gained considerable benefits from signing the Contract of the Four Winds with Qin Yu.
In simple terms, she was temporarily serving as a divine envoy.
"Miss Yelan is not only my secretary but also incredibly strong."
"She will also participate in clearing out the Abyss forces on Seirai Island this time."
Qin Yu nodded with satisfaction, introducing them to the two women.
What ambitious man would refuse a capable female secretary?
As soon as he finished speaking, he seemed to recall something and said enthusiastically:
"Speaking of which, Miss Yelan has received some guidance from me."
"How about we find some time for you two to spar, shall we?"
With that, Qin Yu nodded at Yelan.
Don't take it too seriously.
You, who have signed a contract, are now at a level that ordinary Elemental
"The浪花骑士 of the Knights of Mondstadt, I've long heard of your reputation."
Yelan smiled, indicating she was fine with it.
Her boss's little game, how interesting.
"Alright, I accept."
Eula nodded confidently, lifting her fair chin.
At the same time, she was secretly on guard.
She had long sensed the expert aura emanating from Yelan but had never fought her.
Her exact strength was still a question mark.
"What kind of work does the secretary usually do?"
Barbara asked curiously.
"It's all intimate, private work."
Yelan smiled playfully, leaning forward slightly as if to rest on Qin Yu's shoulder.
Her fingertips lightly touched her lips, elegant and mysterious.
A secretary, you understand.
"Oh."
Barbara nodded blankly.
"..."
Eula's eyebrows twitched, her delicate hand clenching.
Personal secretary.
She smelled the scent of corruption and decay!
"Let's go, back to the testing grounds first."
Qin Yu said.
Sandrone's adjustments were finally complete.