Night quietly descended.

The stars twinkled in the sky, and silver moonlight spilled onto the bustling streets.

The mountains of Liyue were also bathed in this silvery moonlight, exuding tranquility.

Yu Xie returned home, where Xianyun had been waiting for him, along with Shenhe.

To Yu Xie's mild surprise, Xianyun had already prepared the meal. As soon as he reached the door, the enticing aroma of the dishes wafted out to greet him.

"You're back. Let's eat," Xianyun said with a gentle smile.

At the dining table, Yu Xie picked up his chopsticks and took a bite of Xianyun's cooking. The taste was exquisite, as though it carried the liveliness of the streets and the serenity of the mountains.

Xianyun propped her face with one hand, not touching her food. She simply gazed tenderly at Yu Xie. She didn't say a word, but the affection in her eyes spoke volumes.

The dinner ended in a leisurely atmosphere.

The three went outside to sit. In the early summer, spending a relaxing evening outdoors like this was a pleasant pastime.

The distant sea rippled gently, reflecting the moonlight.

The night breeze was cool, brushing against their faces with a refreshing chill.

"Yu Xie, I heard you had drinks today with two Fatui Harbingers?" In the quiet ambiance, Xianyun suddenly spoke, "Two very beautiful and well-proportioned Harbingers, no less?"

It wasn't hard to detect a hint of jealousy in Xianyun's tone.

"…" Yu Xie was silent for a moment. "I did, but I didn't drink much. It was just a casual drink."

"...The mighty General truly has his charm," Xianyun remarked, her tone tinged with more jealousy. However, she quickly gave a faint smile. "As expected of the man I chose."

Yu Xie felt a bit at a loss for how to respond.

Shenhe, sensing the subtle atmosphere, remained silent throughout.

"Alright, I'm not angry, nor am I jealous," Xianyun laughed. "I'm not that petty. Besides, I know something about you that they don't—your other side."

At this, Xianyun seemed a little smug.

Yu Xie could only smile helplessly.

Shenhe, however, was curious and couldn't help but ask, "Master, what is Yu Xie's other side?"

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Shenhe's innocent question caught both Yu Xie and Xianyun off guard.

"Um… ahem… Shenhe, don't ask too much. Some things you'll naturally understand as your experience grows," Xianyun stammered.

"...I see," Shenhe nodded thoughtfully but couldn't help casting a curious glance at Yu Xie.

What could Yu Xie's other side possibly be?

The atmosphere fell quiet again.

After a while, Yu Xie spoke, breaking the silence:

"Xianyun, Shenhe, I might need to take a trip to Inazuma."

"Inazuma?" Xianyun asked, puzzled. "Why go there?"

"To…" Yu Xie hesitated briefly, his brow furrowing. "Save someone."

Sensing that Yu Xie wasn't joking, Xianyun's expression turned serious, though she didn't immediately respond.

After contemplating for a while, Yu Xie decided this wasn't something he should keep from Xianyun and continued:

"Rosalyne is about to go to Inazuma. If no intervention is made, she might lose her life there."

"...I see," Xianyun said, her gaze growing complex. She recalled the time she had waited for Yu Xie and the moment she first met Rosalyne, seeing the complexity hidden in her eyes.

The Fatui Harbinger and she were "the same kind of people."

Though Xianyun didn't know exactly what had happened between Yu Xie and Rosaline, those times undeniably existed. Even after all this time, they must still be a precious treasure for Rosalyne.

"Yu Xie, can you tell me about Rosalyne?" Xianyun asked after a long silence.

Yu Xie was momentarily startled, looking at Xianyun for a long while before finally recounting her story.

"I don't remember what happened between Rosalyne and me. This information comes from piecing together various sources."

Yu Xie shared Rosalyne's past. Hearing it, Xianyun's expression showed a tinge of melancholy.

A kind-hearted girl, robbed of everything by calamity, had her personality twisted, leading her down an extreme path.

Shenhe, too, looked conflicted as she listened to the story.

"Rosalyne did indeed make mistakes, which cannot be denied. But death isn't the only way for her to atone," Yu Xie said.

"I see," Xianyun said with a relieved smile. "So, how long do you plan to be in Inazuma? Also, do you remember I told you about your past life in Inazuma? You're bound to meet acquaintances there. Don't go forgetting all about us here…"

Xianyun's words carried a faint trace of resentment as she turned her head away from Yu Xie.

Yu Xie smiled softly.

"Me? I'm a true Liyue native, with my home here. How could I not return? Unless… Xianyun, why don't you come with me?"

"…" Xianyun fell silent for a moment. "That would make me seem so petty, like I need to keep you by my side all the time."

"I've never thought that," Yu Xie replied.

"Well, as a Liyue Adeptus, I shouldn't leave Liyue so easily. I'll stay here and wait for you to return. But…" Xianyun glanced at Shenhe. "Why don't you take Shenhe with you? It'll be a good opportunity for her to learn more about human society."

Shenhe was slightly surprised at being mentioned but didn't object.

Traveling with Yu Xie to Inazuma sounded like a worthwhile experience.

"Shenhe, would you like to go to Inazuma?" Xianyun asked her.

"Yes, I would," Shenhe nodded.

"Good. Shenhe, make sure to keep an eye on Yu Xie for me," Xianyun said, sneaking a glance at Yu Xie.

Yu Xie could only smile helplessly.

"Alright. In that case, let's inform everyone tomorrow. We can't just leave for Inazuma without letting them know," Xianyun added.

"Yes, I'll make sure to tell them," Yu Xie replied with a smile.

"…Ahem, Shenhe, it's getting late. You should rest," Xianyun suddenly said.

Shenhe looked up at the sky. "Master, it's not that late yet."

"Resting early is good for your spirit and skin. Besides, it takes time to get back."

After some thought, Shenhe stood up. "Alright, Master. What about you?"

"I'll head back later. You go ahead," Xianyun replied calmly.

"Then I'll leave first, Master." With that, Shenhe left Yu Xie's house.

Now, only Yu Xie and Xianyun were left outside.

A hint of shyness appeared on Xianyun's face. "Yu Xie, before you leave for Inazuma, could you give me one night?"