Bonus Chapter!
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Tenshukaku.
The Raiden Shogun sat regally atop her elevated seat, reviewing war reports submitted by the Tenryou Commission.
Suddenly, a gust of wind swept through the room. Her hand, which held the document, trembled slightly.
Turning her head awkwardly, she looked behind her and spoke softly,
"What are you doing here?"
"I missed you. Is that a good enough reason?"
Without any hesitation, Luo Qing settled beside the Raiden Shogun, casually wrapping an arm around her waist.
The Shogun's entire body felt as if it had been struck by lightning, and the papers in her hand wavered unsteadily.
"What are you reading?"
Luo Qing snatched the document from her grasp, flipping through it.
It was a report from the frontlines at Tatarasuna.
The summary was straightforward: with the Traveler's and the Liyue mercenaries' assistance, the resistance had recently gained momentum, and the Shogunate's forces were struggling to keep up. The report requested reinforcements, suggesting it would be ideal if the Shogun herself could make an appearance.
"Are you going to go?" Luo Qing asked.
"No."
The Raiden Shogun shook her head, adding, "It's not yet the time for me to act personally."
Her duty was to govern Inazuma, maintaining stability. Although she had nominally granted Watatsumi Island autonomy, she still considered it part of Inazuma's domain.
Thus, she wouldn't intervene unless absolutely necessary.
"Did you come here to see her?"
The Raiden Shogun's voice lowered. "Or is it that you need something from me again?"
In her memory, Luo Qing had never come to see her without a reason. When their rapport had been low, she hadn't felt much jealousy. But now, with her fondness for him nearing 60—only 7.5 points away—she couldn't help but feel a sting of envy.
"Now, now, why would you think that? Can't I visit just to spend time with my beloved Shogun?"
Luo Qing chuckled softly, speaking without a hint of shame. It was as if he had completely forgotten that his real purpose here was to discreetly ask the Raiden Shogun to avoid meeting with Rosalyne for a while.
"Mm..."
The Raiden Shogun lowered her head, a blush spreading across her cheeks.
"But I do have a small favor to ask."
"..."
[Frustration Value from the Raiden Shogun +1]
She knew it. Luo Qing had always seen her as a tool to be used!
"What is it?"
Clearly, the Shogun's expression darkened slightly.
"Remember my colleague—the one I carried off yesterday?"
"The envoy from Snezhnaya, the Lady?"
"Yes, her."
Luo Qing nodded, then continued, "Could you avoid meeting with her for a while? No matter what she says, just ignore her."
"Why? Aren't you two colleagues?" the Raiden Shogun asked, puzzled.
"Is that a problem?"
Luo Qing chuckled. "Even colleagues can compete for achievements, right? Besides, the two of us have never really gotten along."
"Understood."
The Raiden Shogun gave a small nod, like a bird pecking at grain.
"Until you give permission, I'll suspend all diplomatic interactions with the Fatui."
"Thanks, my dear Shogun."
Luo Qing affectionately ruffled the Raiden Shogun's hair, but then, feeling unsatisfied, he playfully pinched her cheek.
Though she showed signs of becoming a yandere, as long as Luo Qing managed her affection carefully, the Shogun—and, by extension, Ei—were practically like wives to him (minus the cooking skills).
Meanwhile, in the Plane of Euthymia—
Ei furrowed her brow while reading a light novel, sensing the interactions between Luo Qing and the Raiden Shogun.
Being linked with the Shogun as twin souls, Ei experienced all of her counterpart's sensations and shared her vision. Watching Luo Qing's unabashed caresses all over the Raiden Shogun's and, by extension, her own body, she almost stormed out to punch him, telling him to get his hands off her.
If he kept touching, she might have to... well, she definitely couldn't let him keep doing it!
However, feeling the Raiden Shogun's current reaction, a hint of worry flickered through her mind.
When Ei had first created the Raiden Shogun, she had intended for her to have no unnecessary emotions. Her purpose was to maintain the eternal rule over Inazuma, preserving the status quo indefinitely.
Yet somehow, Luo Qing had managed to stir genuine emotions within the Shogun. Even she herself had been affected—whenever she saw Luo Qing, her heart raced uncontrollably.
If this continued, it wouldn't be long before all of Inazuma bore Luo Qing's name.
After some contemplation, Ei decided that she had to intervene before things spiraled out of control.
Elsewhere—
Luo Qing's hands moved confidently, pulling the Shogun into a tight embrace, thoroughly indulging in the moment.
He had figured it out: as long as he didn't cross any forbidden boundaries, the Raiden Shogun wouldn't resist. She would simply remain still and feel.
His hands ran along the Shogun's slender, pale arms, savoring the unique fragrance of her skin.
Luo Qing suddenly remembered that if he hadn't instinctively tried to undress her last time, he might have already claimed the Shogun's first kiss.
This time, he wouldn't fail.
Their eyes locked, both seeming to understand the other's intent.
Luo Qing's arm snaked around the Shogun's waist, while his other hand gently cupped her face.
Their faces drew closer, inch by inch.
But just as Luo Qing was about to seal their lips in a kiss—
The Raiden Shogun suddenly placed a finger against his mouth.
"She... she wants to see you."
"..."
[Frustration Value from Luo Qing +1]
"There's no rush. Let's kiss first," he said.
"N-No..."
The Raiden Shogun stammered, embarrassed. "She said if you go any further, she'll come out and... cut that off."
"..."
[Frustration Value from Luo Qing +10]
Now he understood where the system's yandere traits had come from.
Ei wasn't bluffing—she really meant it!
Just as Luo Qing began to silently curse, the Raiden Shogun raised her hand.
Before Luo Qing could make another move, she cast him into the Plane of Euthymia.
In an instant, the scenery changed, and Luo Qing found himself in the Plane of Euthymia, facing Ei, who was lounging by a bookshelf, engrossed in a light novel.
"What do you want?"
Luo Qing's expression turned dark. If he weren't outmatched by Ei, he would never have allowed such an opportunity to slip away!
"Don't push your luck."
Ei's voice was calm, her eyes remaining fixed on her book. She didn't even bother looking directly at him.
"What's this, are you jealous?"
"Jealous?!"
Ei snapped her book shut, staring at Luo Qing with an intense expression.
Was she... jealous? Could she even feel jealousy? Okay... maybe she could, just a little.
Feeling a strange emotion within herself, Ei's cheeks flushed as she looked away.
"Don't get cocky. One day, when I break free of your emotional manipulation, I'll bury you in a statue!"
"So, what you're saying is that you haven't managed to break free yet?"
Luo Qing stepped closer to Ei and, just as he had with the Raiden Shogun, reached out to pat her on the head.
"Don't touch me!"
Ei slapped his hand away, stepping back with a look of disdain.
He wanted to pet her just like he did the Shogun? Shameless!
"So, why did you call me here? Need more light novels? Or did you finish all the sweets?"
"I'm just here to warn you—don't push your boundaries."
Ei's voice was cold. "I can feel everything you do to the Shogun.
If you ever dare try something like that again, I swear I'll cut that off!"
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T/N: I wonder if his Susanoo form can beat Ei... probably not it'll just make him a bigger target.
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