"How about… we turn off the Lumenstone Adjuvant?"
"Why turn that off? Or are you saying Yelan, you also have night vision abilities?"
"No, it's just that if someone sees what we're doing now… it wouldn't be good."
"It's so dangerous down here now, who would even come?"
"The Conqueror of Demons?"
"Even after using 12 bottles of red potions, Xiao was still severely injured. Zhongli strictly forbade him from going to the lower levels of the Chasm. He's probably cooped up on the surface, evacuating people."
"Then what about Ganyu? Her strength is far superior to the Conqueror of Demons. She should also have a chance to participate in this battle."
Originally, Ganyu's strength was on par with Xiao's.
However, after cultivating with Jack and absorbing enough plant essence, this half-immortal Qilin had comprehensively surpassed her former peers.
"Then there's even less to fear. When the time comes, I'll have her teach you the ultimate skill of the Jade Maiden Playing the Flute. Ganyu is an expert in that area."
Jade Maiden Playing the Flute?
Yelan was not like Keqing, a young lady from a prominent family who knew nothing.
There were many pleasure houses in Liyue, and this so-called "playing the flute" was merely an elegant euphemism for using (beep—) to bring pleasure to a man.
But Ganyu, who seemed so proper, was actually good at this?
"You don't believe it?"
"A little, yes. After all, Ganyu should be the most innocent among us."
Jack agreed with this point.
But precisely because Ganyu was so innocent and knew so little about matters between men and women, Jack had only told her that drinking it would be better for her body. As a result, that day she didn't even eat dinner, drinking until she was full.
Ahem, I've gotten off track.
Yelan was still beneath him; it wasn't good to think about other wives at this moment.
Just as he held Yelan's hand, preparing to open her bosom, Yelan's other hand pressed against his lips.
"Jack, although I really want to discuss the philosophy of life with you right now, are you sure this is the time for us to discuss romance?"
"Are you talking about that demon hidden underground? What's the problem with Zhongli guarding it? Or do you Liyue people have so little faith in the Rock King Emperor?"
"I am not a Liyue person."
Yelan hung onto Jack's neck, embracing him from the front like a koala, saying, "I am your person, an Entara, right?"
Jack raised an eyebrow.
This position… Ningguang also liked it very much.
Or did all these more assertive women like to play this game?
"Yes, you are my person. So, are you willing to listen to my commands?"
"Oh? Is this a test?"
"It should… be."
What Jack was about to do might seem a bit perverse to ordinary people, and he wasn't sure if Yelan could accept it, so he paused for a moment.
However, he had underestimated Yelan a little.
The Night Queen, who operated in the gray areas, had a very high level of acceptance.
"No matter. Just as you said, there are only the two of us here. Even if you want to hold me and do some happy things while heading towards our destination, I have no problem…"
As she spoke, Yelan noticed that Jack's expression was a bit off.
It was as if his thoughts had been seen through, revealing an awkward but polite smile.
"Could it be that you really…"
Yelan's cheeks flushed. She should have stopped Jack's willfulness, but for some reason, deep down she didn't seem to resist this kind of play.
Firstly, as a person, discussing philosophy with Jack was already the final step in her conquest plan.
Secondly, as for the act itself, this bold and exciting behavior aligned perfectly with Yelan's personality of challenging new things.
Just being touched on the feet was so comfortable; if they really were to (beep—) while walking, wouldn't that be heavenly?
Seeing that Yelan was showing signs of being persuaded, Jack quickly fanned the flames: "And I can also set up a mobile Aralia Element Power sensing barrier that even people at the level of Zhongli and Raiden Shogun can't see through~"
Slap!
Yelan slapped both hands on Jack's face, her face rapidly approaching his.
She truly spoke with a breath like orchids.
"Since my young master has already considered all possibilities, then this humble maiden can only 'sacrifice' her life to accompany her gentleman~"
...
Clack!
A black piece landed.
Zhongli extended a hand, signaling Venti to make his move.
(Meanwhile, Yelan and Jack were on their way, doing it.)
Clack!
Venti unhesitatingly placed a white piece.
On the chessboard, it was clear that the white pieces were at a disadvantage; the black dragon had formed, and the white pieces' lifespan was nearing its end.
"Tsk, is this how you play Go?"
Zhongli glared at Venti.
This person was still a God of Wind, yet he could play such a terrible game of Go?
Venti pouted innocently.
What could he say?
He had kindly come to see his elder brother, but not only was he beaten by his elder brother, he was also forced to play Go and then scolded for playing badly!
Was there any justice left in the world?!
Oh, right, Heavenly Principles was still sleeping. Was there… a God of Wind Protection Association in Teyvat? He wanted to apply for protection!
Clack!
Zhongli placed a piece, and on the board, the black dragon advanced deep into the white formation, forming an imposing posture of swallowing the sky.
(Meanwhile, Yelan and Jack were still on their way, doing it.)
"Your turn, hurry up and play!"
Zhongli saw Venti holding the white piece, hesitating to place it, and began to urge him impatiently.
Venti stammered, holding the piece steady for a long time, and finally sighed.
The white piece surrendered.
"I lost…"
"Good! Then let's play another game!"
"Huh? Didn't we agree on one game?"
Zhongli calmly tidied the board and said, "I forgot to mention, it only counts if you win one game against me."
"Old man, you're cheating! You clearly said one game before! You're so untrustworthy, and you're supposed to be the God of Contracts!"
"Hmph! The last contract was already drawn up long ago. I am no longer the Rock King Emperor, but a mere mortal guest of the Hall of Wangsheng. Since I am a mortal, I have seven emotions and six desires. How can you lecture on the human heart?"
"You're just being unreasonable!"
Venti was so anxious he scratched his ears and cheeks. Even with all his eloquence, facing someone so unreasonable and capable of disciplining him at any time, he truly had no solution.
"This time I want the black pieces!"
"Then so be it!"
Clack! Clack, clack!
Twenty-something minutes later.
Venti trembled, clutching a handful of Go pieces, his eyes bloodshot: "No! Again!!"
"Good, what color pieces will you play this time?"
"I want white! And old man, you must give me a handicap of one piece!"
"Hmph, what if I give you one piece? Let's just start!"
Zhongli was called the God of War not because he could only fight, but because his fighting prowess was so great it overshadowed the brilliance of his wisdom.
In those glorious years, when he was truly strategizing within his tent, winning battles a thousand miles away, Venti had no idea where he was blowing from!
...
Thwack!
Jack opened a can of soda and took a big gulp.
Yelan saw it and, without a hint of disgust, snatched it away and also took a large gulp, tilting her head back.
Then she wiped the water stains from her mouth.
"Phew~ I… I didn't expect it to be so exhausting even without me walking. I feel like I'm dehydrated."
"Are you done? Give me a sip too."
Jack reached out his hand.
However, Yelan did not give him the soda. Instead, she took a sip and then transferred it to him mouth-to-mouth.
Mm~ Kiss~
As they drank, the two of them started tapping out a rhythm again, performing a song praising life in this underground space.
They were completely unaware that someone, waiting for them, had already lost 13 consecutive games of chess and was utterly hysterical.
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