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Chương 32: This Trainee Fatui Harbinger is Too Unreliable [32]

"Why did you suddenly decide to come down the mountain? Did Cloud Retainer send you?" Ganyu asked, concern in her eyes as she glanced at Shenhe. With the death of the Geo Archon, the relationship between the Adepti and the Liyue Qixing had grown increasingly strained, and Ganyu, caught between two worlds, was struggling to manage her half-human, half-adeptus existence.

"No, it wasn't on my master's orders. I... came to Liyue to find someone," Shenhe replied.

"Find someone?" Ganyu seemed unable to believe her ears.

Traveling alone from Jueyun Karst to Liyue just to find someone—this was something Shenhe would actually do?

Taking a deep breath to calm herself, Ganyu asked softly, "Is he from Liyue?"

"He has black hair, knows how to use a spear, so he's probably from Liyue."

"What's his name?"

"I think his name is Li Feiyu."

"Mhm. How old is he?"

"Judging by his appearance, he seems to be around my age."

"And... how did you two meet?"

"It was in Jueyun Karst... But why are you asking so many questions, Senior Sister?" Shenhe glanced at Ganyu, sensing something odd about her rapid line of questioning.

"N-No reason! I was just curious. You don't have to answer if you don't want to," Ganyu stammered. She looked around nervously before leaning closer and whispering, "But, Shenhe, with matters like this... you must be cautious. Don't rush into anything."

Shenhe paused, thinking deeply.

Getting revenge and cutting down her foe with her spear was something that couldn't be rushed, she reasoned. That man was strong—she needed to take her time and plan carefully.

"I understand, Senior Sister. I'll think it through before taking action."

"Good..." Ganyu was relieved to hear Shenhe's agreement.

Shenhe had a fierce temperament and was easily impulsive. The fact that she was willing to come down the mountain to find someone showed remarkable self-restraint, but in matters of men and women, one couldn't be too careful—lest she fall for someone untrustworthy.

Thinking this over, Ganyu hesitated for a moment before asking softly, "By the way... does Cloud Retainer know about this?"

"I informed my master of my purpose before leaving."

Ganyu's eyes widened in surprise. "She agreed?!"

Shenhe looked puzzled. "Why wouldn't she, Senior Sister? If my master hadn't agreed, I wouldn't be here, would I?"

"Well... you're right," Ganyu muttered, feeling slightly embarrassed for prying too much.

It's best to wait until Shenhe finds that man, then I'll help her judge if he's worthy...

Although tensions between the Adepti and Liyue were high, Ganyu decided it was necessary to make sure Shenhe was settled properly in Liyue before she returned to her duties at Yujing Terrace.

As she pondered whether to take Shenhe to Bubu Pharmacy for some Qingxin tea, a familiar scent caught her attention—a scent she recognized from that night when someone had intruded while she and Yaoyao were bathing.

Luo Qing's scent.

"He's nearby?!"

Startled, Ganyu's eyes darted around, but there was no sign of Luo Qing.

She had previously tried to find him at the Northland Bank during a rare moment of free time, only to be told by his subordinates that he was away on official business and currently not in Liyue. She had no choice but to drop the matter then.

But now, suddenly catching a whiff of his scent on the street—did that mean he was back?

It wasn't that she had to confront him. It was just that...

He saw both her and Yaoyao completely exposed.

That can't just be forgotten...

Seeing Ganyu's anxious searching, Shenhe asked curiously, "Senior Sister, are you also looking for someone?"

"Y-Yes... but it seems he's already gone. It's nothing. Let's move on."

"Alright."

After another quick scan of the surroundings to ensure there was no sign of Luo Qing, Ganyu led Shenhe towards Bubu Pharmacy.

Meanwhile, on a nearby rooftop...

Luo Qing was lying low, hiding on the roof tiles. He only let out a sigh of relief when he saw Ganyu and Shenhe leave.

Running into Ganyu wouldn't have been a big deal—she was likely only looking for him because of something involving Ningguang. It wouldn't have been too awkward.

But Shenhe was a different story.

He never expected that just as he returned from Jueyun Karst, Shenhe would show up in Liyue.

According to the storyline's timeline, it wasn't yet time for her to leave the mountains.

Was she really here to settle a score with him? Or...

Did she want him to take responsibility?

He recalled that Liyue's social norms were somewhat conservative...

Yikes...

Either way...

Luo Qing decided it would be best to delay any formal encounter with Shenhe for now.

Maybe if she couldn't find him, she'd eventually give up and go back.

After wandering aimlessly for a while longer, Luo Qing still hadn't managed to find Lumine and her group. Left with no other choice, he left Liyue Harbor and headed for the research camp to see Childe.

According to Natalia, Childe had been spending a lot of time at the camp recently, supervising Ovilia and her team as they replicated the Delusion research. As the person in charge, he was sure to know where Lumine and the others were.

Since Yelan's discovery of the camp's previous location, Ovilia had moved it under cover of night. The new site was supposedly so hidden that even if the entire Qixing searched together, they'd never find it.

Being the third-in-command of the Fatui in Liyue did have its perks—Luo Qing knew the location of every Fatui hideout in the city, including the research camp.

Before long, he arrived at the camp, and as expected, Childe was there.

Seeing Luo Qing unexpectedly show up at the research camp, Childe couldn't resist a playful jab.

"Well, well, look who's here! I thought you'd be off fishing now that you're finally back."

Luo Qing glanced at the camp, taking note of the stolen mechanisms and the Delusion prototypes scattered around. Pretending to be indifferent, he chuckled.

"Couldn't find my fishing buddy, so I came to ask if you knew where Zhongli was."

"..."

"I knew I shouldn't have expected more from you," Childe sighed, shaking his head.

For a moment, he'd hoped Luo Qing had come to help with his plans, but it turned out he was only here to ask about Zhongli—so they could go fishing together?!

"Zhongli is at Dihua Marsh. He won't be back anytime soon."

"Dihua Marsh?" Luo Qing thought back, piecing together the timeline. It must have been because Zhongli was gathering some wild Glaze Lilies.

"Alright, thanks, Childe. Good night. I'm heading back to sleep."

Having gotten the information he wanted, Luo Qing turned to leave, but Childe's voice called him back, suddenly serious.

"Tell me—why do you keep seeking out Zhongli? Is it really just to go fishing?"

Luo Qing glanced back at Childe, puzzled.

Did he suspect something?

"Yes," Luo Qing replied casually, "Zhongli has a lot of patience, and he's got good luck too. He's a great fishing companion. What's wrong with that?"

Seeing Childe's skepticism, Luo Qing's tone turned more earnest as he gestured to the Delusions on the synthesis table.

"But Childe, are you seriously planning to release it? Liyue is a harbor city—if it goes wild, the casualties could be unimaginable."

"That's a last resort," Childe said with a dismissive wave. "Besides, why worry? This world belongs to the strong. If they can't survive a wave, then they're weak. And the weak... well, they deserve their fate."

"Wow, only you could say something like that with a straight face." Luo Qing gave a half-hearted shrug and walked away from the camp.


Chương 33: This Trainee Fatui Harbinger is Too Unreliable [33]

Dihua Marsh was far from Liyue Harbor, requiring a long journey.

Considering that even if he went, there was no guarantee he'd find Zhongli, Luo Qing decided not to waste his time traveling there. Instead, after leaving the research camp, he headed straight back to Liyue.

As he passed beneath a cliff, a bird call echoed in the air, causing Luo Qing to stop in his tracks. He looked towards the undergrowth beneath the steep cliffside and called out:

"I can see you. Come on out."

At his words, a group of people emerged from the bushes. Each of them held tools like hoes and scythes, while some had bottles of various potions strapped to their waists.

"Since you spotted us, there's no point beating around the bush," said a burly man who towered over Luo Qing, hefting a hoe menacingly.

"Hand over your toll money, kid."

Luo Qing didn't rush to make a move. He calmly eyed the Treasure Hoarders' attire and asked casually, "You do realize that Liyue Harbor is just a short distance from here, right? Aren't you worried about the Millelith finding you?"

"Hah! The Millelith have their hands full right now. They don't have time to bother with us," the leader sneered. "You look like a merchant, so hand over your Mora. Otherwise, don't blame us for getting rough!"

"Well... alright then." Luo Qing sighed and shook his head slightly. Just as he was about to use his Word of Spirit to send the Treasure Hoarders packing—

The sound of rapid footsteps came from behind him. He turned to see a familiar girl with long, flowing blue hair running towards him. In her hand, she summoned an ice arrow and shot it directly at the Treasure Hoarders.

The ice arrow scattered, freezing the Hoarders' feet to the ground, leaving them immobilized.

"Are you alright, sir? Oh... Luo... Luo Qing?!" Ganyu's eyes widened in surprise, clearly not expecting to see Luo Qing there.

She had been some distance away and had only seen a group of people being ambushed. In a rush, she'd hurried over to help, never imagining that the person being targeted was Luo Qing.

"Ganyu... Miss Ganyu, what a coincidence," Luo Qing stammered.

"Mm..." Ganyu blushed, unsure of what to say. The memory of Luo Qing possibly seeing her unclothed flitted through her mind, causing her face to heat up and turn a deep shade of red.

Despite her centuries-long life, Ganyu's shy and reserved nature had never changed. Though she was technically the one wronged, her demeanor now resembled that of a bashful girl.

With Ganyu embarrassed and Luo Qing standing motionless, the two simply stared at each other. Neither noticed as the frozen Treasure Hoarders took advantage of their distraction to make a hasty retreat.

After what felt like an eternity, Ganyu finally spoke softly, "Luo Qing, can I... ask you something?"

"Go ahead, Miss Ganyu," Luo Qing replied, knowing this moment would come eventually.

Whatever Ganyu said next, he was ready to take responsibility.

Ganyu hesitated for a moment before asking in a tiny voice, "One night... did you, by any chance, enter my room through the window?"

Which, translated, meant:

Luo Qing, that night when Yaoyao and I were bathing... were you peeking? (Blush)

Luo Qing's expression turned solemn. "Miss Ganyu! Let me clarify—no, let me explain! It was an accident!"

"I... I couldn't control my speed and ended up going in by mistake! I swear, I didn't stay for even a second longer than necessary. I left immediately!"

"...Then, Luo Qing... did you see... anything?" Ganyu's voice was barely above a whisper, her face scarlet.

"See anything..." Luo Qing's mind involuntarily flashed back to Ganyu in the bathtub, hair loose and cascading down her shoulders, the sight of creamy skin with a hint of pink...

Nope. He couldn't go there.

Any more thoughts, and little brother would definitely wake up.

"No! Miss Ganyu! I, Luo Qing, swear to the Geo Archon—I didn't see a thing!" he declared, raising four fingers to his forehead in a solemn oath.

Ganyu tilted her head and asked, "Really?"

"I swear!"

"Alright then..." Seeing his serious expression, Ganyu chose to believe him. She shifted slightly and asked again, "Have you... trained with the Adepti? That night, you moved so quickly, even I couldn't react in time..."

"Well, Miss Ganyu, if you'd like, I can always go slower..."

"Huh?" Ganyu blinked, looking confused.

"Ahem, nothing, nothing," Luo Qing quickly covered. "I grew up in Snezhnaya, and I've never trained with the Adepti."

"Oh... I see..." Ganyu lowered her head, feeling slightly embarrassed. Seeing Luo Qing's appearance, she had always assumed he was just a Liyue-born employee of the Northland Bank. It never occurred to her that he was originally from Snezhnaya.

Meanwhile, Luo Qing had his own doubts.

Logically, Ningguang and Yelan should have dug up everything about me by now. How does Ganyu not know the details?

Is Ningguang really keeping my information this well-guarded? Or did they just decide not to tell Ganyu at all?

"Miss Ganyu, it's so late, and you're outside the city. Where are you heading?"

"Mm... I've finished most of my work for now, so I wanted to take a walk..." Ganyu replied softly.

Luo Qing glanced towards the direction of Qingce Village and asked tentatively, "Heading to Dihua Marsh?"

Ganyu looked surprised. "Huh? How did you know, Luo Qing?"

"What a coincidence! I happen to be going that way too. Why don't we travel together?" Luo Qing suggested with a smile.

"I... I'm not sure..." Ganyu hesitated. She had originally planned to travel quickly, even through the night if needed, and she wasn't sure if Luo Qing could keep up. Before she could finish, he cut her off.

"If Miss Ganyu refuses, I'll just roll on the ground and refuse to leave."

"..."

"Well... alright then," she conceded, feeling strangely cornered by his persistence.

The journey to Dihua Marsh was long, and Ganyu initially thought that having Luo Qing as company would slow her down.

However, Luo Qing's stamina exceeded her expectations. He kept pace with her from morning to night and night to morning, never needing a break.

To clarify, this was about walking.

What should have been a solitary journey was unexpectedly livelier with Luo Qing's presence. He constantly found ways to make her smile, with his odd remarks and unfamiliar tunes he hummed—neither resembling Liyue's operas nor Mondstadt's ballads.

Over time, Ganyu found herself getting used to having him around.

Days later, they arrived at Dihua Marsh, a place of tranquil waters and emerald-green scenery.

"Finally here," Ganyu murmured, standing on a wooden bridge beside a Statue of the Seven. She looked out over the clear jade-like waters, a faint smile gracing her lips. It was a rare expression that Luo Qing hadn't seen on her before.

Seeing her so at ease, Luo Qing's perception of Ganyu solidified—gentle, reserved, and shy, with a warmth that rarely blossomed into a smile.

Yet here in Dihua Marsh, she had finally allowed herself to relax.

As they stood there, Ganyu suddenly remembered something and tilted her head, asking, "By the way, Luo Qing, why did you come all the way out here?"

With a smile, Luo Qing replied gently, "Just to keep you company, Ganyu."

"Huh?!"

---

T/N: I must admit even I might be moved... Poor Ganyu doesn't stand a chance.


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