Family, who understands? The first time I formally met the girl's relatives, not only was it socially awkward, but I also almost oppressed all of her relatives to the ground. Can this relationship still work?
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Yuto stood innocently before everyone, quietly awaiting their judgment. At this moment, he was no longer the Regent, second only to one and above ten thousand, but merely a junior who was put through a three-way interrogation the first time he met his girlfriend's family. He was small, pitiful, and helpless.
Seeing that her boyfriend and her masters were at an impasse, Shenhe, being true to her nature, stomped her small foot, broke free from Cloud Retainer's obstruction, ran to Yuto, took his hand, and dragged him to her three masters.
"Three masters, although everyone has met before, he now has a new identity. Let me reintroduce him: this is my boyfriend, Yuto. Your disciple has chosen him."
Shenhe spoke with full vigor, without blushing or panting, but she only managed to be firm for a few seconds before her cheeks turned the color of a red Apple under everyone's gaze.
Her three masters looked at their disciple's resolute expression and couldn't help but sigh. It was true that a daughter grown up would not stay, and their efforts over the past few months had been completely in vain.
Although the three of them used to urge Shenhe about romantic matters, Shenhe at that time didn't understand such things; they were merely teasing her.
But now, Shenhe was serious, and their own composure had broken down.
Even though they had constantly tried to persuade Shenhe to give up while Yuto was in Inazuma, they hadn't expected that after a few months, it seemed to have had the opposite effect.
Just as Cloud Retainer was about to say something more, Zhongli, who was sitting aside drinking tea, finally spoke: "Cloud Retainer, by universal rationality, Yuto is no longer an ordinary commoner. He is now the Inazuma Regent, and his attitude can influence the relationship between Liyue and Inazuma. Be mindful of your words."
Hearing this, Yuto quickly waved his hand, saying, "No, no, no, Emperor, you're overpraising me. Everyone is at my home now. Behind closed doors, I am not a Regent; I am just a junior. However, Shenhe and I are truly in love, and I hope the Emperor can bear witness for us."
"Oh? Then you've come to the wrong person. Although I and Cloud Retainer are old friends of many years, when it comes to Shenhe's important marriage, as Shenhe's masters, their approval is far more important than my opinion."
Upon hearing this, Yuto couldn't help but roll his eyes at Zhongli inwardly. Given the loyalty of these Adepti to the Emperor, if he approved of this matter, Cloud Retainer and the others, no matter how much they disagreed internally, would arrange his and Shenhe's wedding by noon and then dutifully send Shenhe to his bed by night.
But since the Emperor did not wish to express an opinion, Yuto couldn't force it and had to turn his gaze back to Cloud Retainer, Mountain Shaper, and Moon Carver.
It was unclear if it was due to his and the Emperor's interruption, but their initially strong aura seemed to have weakened by two points for no reason.
Originally, the three of them could have With their own strength to overpower Yuto, but now, with the unintentional pressure he exerted, they were already struggling to bear it. It seemed Yuto's strength was now above theirs.
Aside from his strength, Yuto's originally unremarkable status was also a point of contention for them. Shenhe was an Adeptus disciple, who had practiced Adeptus arts for many years and possessed an outstanding temperament, while Yuto was merely an ordinary person from Inazuma. Although he possessed some strange abilities, ultimately, they were not a good match in terms of social standing.
To harbor intentions for their disciple was truly like a toad wanting to eat a swan, a pipe dream.
But now, after only a few months in Inazuma, this Yuto had actually become the Regent of a nation, second only to one and above ten thousand. Now, it seemed their disciple was somewhat unworthy of Yuto.
However, Yuto, who had risen to prominence, had not forgotten his disciple. Upon arriving in Liyue, he hadn't even settled down before rushing home, eager to meet Shenhe. In such circumstances, it seemed they truly had no reason to continue opposing them.
However, Shenhe had been cared for and raised by the three of them little by little. Their hard-cultivated 'little cabbage' of over a decade was being taken away by this pig, Yuto, and they were truly unwilling to accept it.
The three of them couldn't understand. Could Inazuma be some kind of auspicious land? To allow a person to undergo such a significant change in just a few months was truly baffling.
"Yuto, I ask you, what are your intentions for returning to Liyue this time?"
"The official reason is that Inazuma, having been isolated for a long time, is no longer closed off. Therefore, relations with neighboring countries need to be re-established. Besides Liyue, I also plan to go to Sumeru and Mondstadt to establish cooperative relationships. As for the other reason, it's for Shenhe."
At this point, Yuto instinctively held Shenhe's right hand and gave her a sunny smile. Shenhe, too, was overjoyed by Yuto's direct approach and, blushing, returned his gaze with a shy smile.
Seeing these two openly displaying their affection, the three Adepti were too angry to speak. The Vigilant Yaksha had already put on his mask, unable to bear witnessing it, while Madame Ping wore her signature auntie smile.
As for Ganyu, she turned her head away, blushing, but still occasionally cast glances at the two, her eyes seemingly holding a hint of envy.
During the time Yuto was in Inazuma, the one who accompanied Shenhe the most was actually her senior sister, Ganyu.
At Mt. Aocang, because Shenhe couldn't tolerate her master's daily lectures, she insisted on returning to the Adeptus abode near Mt. Tianheng. Cloud Retainer, unable to dissuade her, didn't give up and specifically dispatched Ganyu, who worked in Liyue Harbor, to advise Shenhe, attempting to make Shenhe forget Yuto.
Ganyu diligently followed her master's orders, coming to accompany Shenhe after work. However, the advice had little effect. In fact, Shenhe even turned around and enthusiastically listed Yuto's various merits to Ganyu, such as his handsomeness, thoughtfulness, approachability, intelligence, and strength.
This, in turn, made Ganyu recall her own encounter with Yuto. It seemed... he had even once rested on her lap. Her friendship level soared, and her emotions, sealed for thousands of years, began to stir under Shenhe's reverse psychology.
Seeing Yuto, whose status was now vastly different but who had not forgotten his original intentions, made Ganyu feel that Yuto was a trustworthy person. If Shenhe could be with Yuto, she would probably be very happy.
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