After breakfast, Xian Yun skillfully tidied up the dining table and kitchen, leaving no chores for Yu Xie to do.
During the time Yu Xie was away in Inazuma, it was Xian Yun who cleaned his house.
Though Xian Yun was an Adeptus, she was meticulous even with mundane tasks like cleaning. Under her care, Yu Xie's house was spotless and pristine.
Yu Xie told Xian Yun that she didn't need to do all this, and that he could handle such tasks himself.
But Xian Yun smiled gently and said, "I do this because it's you, so please don't refuse me."
Capable both in formal settings and the kitchen, having such a wife—what more could a husband ask for?
"What's the plan for today?" Xian Yun walked up behind Yu Xie, gently placing her hands on his shoulders and softly massaging them, much like a wife would do for her husband.
"Today..." Yu Xie couldn't help but think of Ei. After all, she had come from afar. Even if they were just ordinary friends, it was only right for him to fulfill his duties as a host in such a situation—let alone the fact that Ei was far more than just an ordinary friend.
"You're planning to meet the person you saw last night, aren't you?" Xian Yun said it outright.
"...Xian Yun, will you be upset?" Yu Xie hesitated for a moment before asking.
Xian Yun didn't respond immediately. She continued to massage Yu Xie's shoulders, then let out a seemingly helpless sigh.
"Well, what can I do? Mr. Yu Xie has so many debts from the past, and our Mr. Yu Xie is so popular. I only have one request."
"Just say it, Xian Yun," Yu Xie replied.
"Take me with you. I'd like to meet her," she said.
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Yu Xie and Xian Yun arrived at the inn where Ei was staying and stopped at the entrance.
"This is the place?" Xian Yun asked.
"Yeah, she's staying here," Yu Xie replied.
"Then let's go." Xian Yun smiled and took the lead, stepping forward.
The two walked through the inn's entrance, climbed the stairs, and passed through the corridor before stopping in front of a door—the door to Ei's room.
For some reason, Yu Xie suddenly felt a bit nervous.
He wondered if Xian Yun might already know Ei.
After all, Xian Yun was an Adeptus, and it wouldn't be surprising if she had met Ei during the Archon War or some other time in the past.
After a brief moment of hesitation, Yu Xie reached out and knocked on the door.
"Ei, it's me," he said.
"Coming," Ei's voice quickly responded from inside, and the door opened shortly after.
Ei first saw Yu Xie, then naturally noticed Xian Yun, who had come along with him.
The moment Ei and Xian Yun's gazes met, the atmosphere subtly shifted. Both of them paused for a moment, perhaps caught off guard. Ei's surprise was more evident than Xian Yun's.
"Let me introduce you…" Yu Xie began, but he was interrupted before he could finish.
"No need, Yu Xie. I know this person," Ei said slowly. "We've met a few times in certain circumstances. An adeptus of Liyue—Liu Yun."
"So it really is you, Baal..." Xian Yun responded just as calmly.
"Come in first; don't just stand at the door," Ei said, stepping aside to invite them in.
Inside the room, the three sat at the table. Ei picked up the teapot and poured three cups of tea.
After a bit of casual conversation, though certain things were left unsaid, both Ei and Xian Yun naturally understood that the other's feelings for Yu Xie were genuine.
"I didn't expect Liu Yun to take on the alias 'Xian Yun' and now live in Liyue Harbor," Ei said slowly. "Speaking of which, the Geo Archon, Morax, has done the same, hasn't he? He stepped down from his divine throne and entrusted Liyue's future to its people. Such trust in his citizens—what remarkable courage."
"I believe Lord Morax must have given it deep thought before making such a decision. Liyue is now thriving and prosperous—its people have not disappointed him," Xian Yun said. "However, Baal, your journey here…"
"Just call me Ei," she interrupted with a gentle smile. "This time in Liyue, I'm here purely as an individual, just as Raiden Ei."
Hearing this, Xian Yun returned the smile. "In that case, you can simply call me Xian Yun. What I was about to say earlier is that, regardless, you are the sister of the Electro Archon. Strictly speaking, only when you and your sister are together can the Raiden Shogun be truly whole. Now that you've crossed the seas to come to Liyue, there won't be any issues, will there?"
"It's precisely because I received my sister's orders that I came to Liyue," Ei said, then glanced at Yu Xie. "She told me to treat this as a journey, to take the time to relax."
"That's fine then," Xian Yun nodded. She then stood up, seemingly ready to leave.
"Xian Yun, what's wrong?" Yu Xie also stood up.
"I came here just to confirm something, and now that I've confirmed it, it's time to leave," Xian Yun said with a smile. "Miss Ei has traveled so far, and as her hosts, we should be sure to treat her well. However, I'm not particularly good at hosting guests, so I'll leave that to you, Yu Xie."
"Please wait a moment, Miss Xian Yun." Ei stood up and called out to Xian Yun.
"What's the matter?" Xian Yun looked at Ei, slightly puzzled.
"…If Miss Xian Yun has nothing else to do, would you like to accompany me for a walk around the streets?" Ei asked.
Hearing this, Xian Yun paused for a moment, then smiled faintly.
"I won't be joining you. The mechanism I've been working on is almost ready, and I need to go back and finish it. You two can go ahead, don't worry about me."
Xian Yun herself didn't expect that she could say such magnanimous words at this moment.
Perhaps it was because she could empathize with the pain of waiting.
Moreover, as the primary wife, she should be more composed, more magnanimous.
At this moment, Xian Yun didn't feel any jealousy; her heart was calm and at peace.
After parting ways for the time being, as she walked along the street outside, Xian Yun's heart remained steady and at ease.
"Let's go back and finish the mechanism," she murmured softly as the wind blew against her face.
Yu Xie and Ei stood at the entrance of the inn, watching as Xian Yun gradually disappeared into the crowd.
"Yu Xie, Miss Xian Yun, she…" Ei said softly.
"Xian Yun is serious. She wasn't speaking sarcastically, and she wasn't angry," Yu Xie said slowly. "Even so, to be honest, sometimes I really feel like I'm a jerk…"
As she looked at Yu Xie beside her, something in Ei's eyes gradually became more resolute.
"No, you're not the jerk. If anyone is to blame, it's us. We had plenty of time and chances before, but we kept hesitating. Now, at this point, we greedily want to stay by your side."
The moment those words left her lips, Ei realized that she had just revealed her true feelings.
In an instant, a blush appeared on her face, as beautiful as the evening glow.
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