Meanwhile, Makoto arrived at Liyue Harbor with Shenhe on his back.
Shenhe herself wasn't heavy, and carrying her wasn't much of a strain, so Makoto found it easy.
On the contrary, Shenhe, who was lie on Makoto's back, felt a little embarrassed. She felt like she was troubling Makoto.
She tried to move her ankle.
After confirming that her stamina had mostly recovered, she whispered weakly into Makoto's ear.
"Shenhe's leg is much better now, she can walk by herself."
"Makoto Gege can put me down now..."
One could hear the restraint and embarrassment in Shenhe's voice.
Turns out the Little One was still a little shy.
It's hard to imagine that such a cute Little One would grow up to become an ice-cold beauty who solves problems simply and roughly.
Perhaps it was due to her unfortunate childhood and cultivating immortal arts in the mountains that she developed such a reclusive personality.
Looking at the well-behaved and sensible Xiao Shenhe in front of him, Makoto didn't want the Little One's personality to become reclusive.
Just let her grow up lively and cute like this.
It's actually quite good.
"In that case, you can walk by yourself."
Makoto put Shenhe down and then carefully instructed her,
"If you feel uncomfortable, you must tell me. Don't try to be brave, understood?"
Shenhe nodded vigorously and replied in a childish voice, "Understood, Makoto Gege."
Shenhe paused, then looked up at Makoto and asked very seriously, "Makoto Gege, may I learn immortal arts from you?"
Earlier in the cave, Shenhe had personally seen Makoto disperse the evil spirit with a single spear.
And then he carried her and jumped from the high mountain, gliding through the air.
So, in Shenhe's eyes, Makoto was a powerful immortal.
And Shenhe had always harbored the idea of punishing evil, promoting good, and slaying demons since she was a child.
Because her mother was also an exorcist, otherwise she wouldn't have left Shenhe an evil-warding dagger.
Coupled with the scene of Makoto killing the evil spirit constantly replaying in Shenhe's mind,
Multiple factors combined to make Shenhe have this idea.
Upon hearing this, Makoto subconsciously raised an eyebrow.
Because in the original plot, Cloud Retainer rescued Shenhe and took her as a disciple.
It was because Cloud Retainer was an immortal that she taught Shenhe immortal arts.
Makoto originally thought he had changed Shenhe's fate.
But in the midst of it all, this Little One once again chose the path of seeking immortality.
Regarding Shenhe's request, Makoto was actually able to fulfill it.
Because he had previously extracted Shenhe's skill, "Divine Maiden's Deliverance."
He could indeed teach all of the skill to Shenhe, exactly as it was.
This could be considered taking from the people and using for the people.
However,
Just teaching Shenhe one skill is far from being considered immortal arts.
She still needs to learn more immortal techniques.
Makoto didn't know much in this regard, so he could only try his best.
If it really didn't work, he could find Shenhe a Xiao teacher later.
As for who that Xiao teacher would be, Makoto thought for a moment.
He thought he might be able to find Ganyu.
Because Ganyu was also brought up by Cloud Retainer, she might also be able to teach Shenhe.
Actually, Makoto had thought about finding Cloud Retainer and asking her to help teach Shenhe.
But after thinking about it, he decided against it.
Because in the original plot, Cloud Retainer was indifferent to fame and fortune, lived in seclusion in the mountains, and did not interact with humans.
After Shenhe studied with Cloud Retainer, she would not be able to integrate into society when she came down the mountain.
When he had time, he would go see Ganyu.
See if Ganyu was willing to mentor Shenhe.
If not, Makoto would find another way.
Recalling his thoughts, Makoto nodded gently at Shenhe: "No problem, I can teach you all the immortal arts I know."
"As for what I don't know, I'll do my best to find other Xiao teachers for you."
Shenhe blinked her big eyes, her voice filled with joy: "Eh, really? Thank you, Makoto Gege!"
Originally, Shenhe was worried that Makoto would not agree.
After all, in her impression, immortals shouldn't easily teach their skills.
She didn't expect Makoto Gege to agree so readily,
And he even said he would find her other Xiao teachers.
Shenhe's heart felt warm, as sweet as if she had eaten honey.
Makoto Gege is so good!
(*๓´╰╯`๓)
Looking at Shenhe's adorable appearance, Makoto couldn't help but laugh.
This Xiao Nizi looks so silly too.
But just agreeing to teach her things made her smile foolishly with joy.
If he continued to be good to her in the future, who knows how she would react.
Recalling his thoughts, Makoto took Shenhe's hand and walked towards the teahouse.
There were still three children being looked after who needed to be picked up.
...
In Liyue, at Tian Tiezui's Teahouse,
Tian Tiezui had been speaking on stage until his throat was dry, and the audience had changed batch after batch.
As closing time approached, the customers had gradually all left.
Only three Little One remained in the teahouse, never leaving.
Tian Tiezui was a bit surprised; he hadn't expected to have such devoted young fans who loved listening to stories.
The last customer who could listen to him speak for an entire day at the teahouse was Mr. Morax.
These three were sitting even longer than Mr. Morax.
Tian Tiezui felt a little touched inside.
Since these three young fans were so supportive, he would tell an extra story tonight.
Just as Tian Tiezui picked up the Eye-catching and was about to tap the table to tell the next story,
He saw the three Little One all run out and rush into a young man's arms.
The three Little One simultaneously said in childish voices, "Makoto Gege, you're finally back!"
Ningguang hugged Makoto's arm, then pouted and said aggrievedly, "If you had come any later, I would have fallen asleep listening to the storyteller's tales. Can you take Ningguang with you next time you go out, okay?"
Beidou also nodded, "I don't enjoy the storyteller's tales. It's much more interesting being with Makoto Gege."
Qiqi tilted her head and slowly said, "Qiqi... was waiting for Makoto... didn't listen... to the story..."
Tian Tiezui was a bit awkward. After all that, the three Little One were waiting for someone and hadn't been listening to his stories at all.
Makoto looked at the three aggrieved Little One in front of him, knowing they must have waited a long time, so he felt sad.
In response, he quickly comforted the three Little One, telling them what had happened today.
Tian Tiezui overheard a couple of sentences from the side.
He couldn't help but take another look at Makoto.
Oh, so he's a colleague, then.
A storyteller too?
It's just a shame the stories he tells are too exaggerated.
Not realistic enough.
Tian Tiezui shook his head and then left.
The three Little One, on the other hand, listened with great interest.
They didn't care about the truthfulness of the story, only that it was a story told to them by Makoto.
Finally, Makoto paused, then looked at Shenhe.
Shenhe's pretty face was a little nervous and uneasy. She looked at the three girls about her age and spoke softly, "Hello, my name is Shenhe..."
Ningguang, Beidou, and Qiqi blinked their big eyes, looking at Makoto with confused expressions.
Why did he bring back a girl after going out?
Makoto said to the three Little One, "From today onwards, Shenhe is also a member of our family."
Soon, Makoto also told the three Little One about Shenhe's ordeal.
After hearing the story, the three of them also sympathized with Shenhe and were willing to accept Shenhe as their new roommate.
"My name is Ningguang, I'm Makoto Gege's secretary. Please take care of me from now on."
"Qiqi remembers... Shenhe is a new friend..."
"You can just call me Beidou, Beidou of the Big Dipper. Shenhe, don't worry, as long as I'm here, no one will bully you."
Listening to the friendly words of Ningguang, Beidou, and Qiqi, Shenhe felt her eyes welling up.
It was the first time she had seen so many friendly people.
Shenhe's heart was filled with gratitude.
"Thank you, thank you all."
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