Genshin Impact: One Hundred Confessions? Just a System Task

His proposal was bold and unconventional, full of allure, and like his vibrant, restless energy, it crashed into Shen He's unchanging, icy life.

Shen He was completely stunned.

Go to Liyue Harbor... for fun?

Both concepts were too unfamiliar and distant to her.

Rules, cultivation, suppressing evil energy... these are her entire life.

Looking into Yi Chen's expectant, sparkling eyes, listening to his vivid and lively descriptions, and feeling the unusually gentle killing intent within him as he approached him...

A faint yet real longing welled up in her heart.

"...If Master knew..."

Shen He's voice carried a hint of hesitation, but he did not immediately refuse.

"Oh dear, if Master asks, we'll just say it's to delve into the mortal world, experience all aspects of human life, better temper our Dao heart, and prepare for dual cultivation!"

Yi Chen immediately came up with a seemingly plausible reason.

"Senior sister~ Just come with me! It'll be so boring for me to go down alone!"

Looking at him like this, Shen He remembered that his master had indeed said that they should "travel together" and "get to know each other".

Going to Liyue Harbor... it seems... it could also be considered a kind of "traveling together"?

After a moment of silence, under Yi Chen's expectant gaze, Shen He nodded almost imperceptibly.

"……it is good."

Yi Chen cheered instantly.

"Great! Senior sister is the best! Let's go quickly!"

Chapter 46 Ningguang's Methods

With Shen He's permission, Yi Chen immediately became like a wild horse, excitedly grabbing Shen He's wrist.

"Senior sister! Hold on tight! We need to get back as fast as we can!"

The wind elemental energy surged once more, and the two of them, like wisps of smoke, silently slipped down Mt. Aozang, heading straight for the bustling Liyue Harbor at the foot of the mountain.

As soon as Yichen stepped into the bustling streets of Liyue Harbor, he felt right at home and completely let loose.

He first dragged Shen He straight to the snack stalls, eating everything from candied hawthorn and mozzarella meat to Central Plains offal, giving Shen He a bite of each. He couldn't help but laugh as he watched her furrow her brow slightly at the various rich and unfamiliar flavors, yet obediently swallow them.

Then he squeezed into the crowd to listen to the storyteller recounting the story of the Rock King Emperor with great enthusiasm, and even shouted praises and gave tips when he got excited.

Passing by a toy stall, he even picked up a kite and gestured to Shen He, asking if it was pretty.

He even stopped before the "Three Bowls and You Can't Cross the Harbor" incident, trying to persuade Shen He to taste the wine. After being silently rejected by Shen He with his eyes, he awkwardly touched his nose and gave up.

Shen He was pulled along by him the whole time, weaving through the bustling crowds and the dazzling array of shops.

Everything around her was too noisy and unfamiliar: the strong smell of cooking, the cacophony of bargaining, the mixed aromas of various food spices...

Normally, she would definitely feel irritable and uncomfortable, and her evil energy might even be aroused.

Strangely, Yi Chen was always by her side, his hand either holding hers or linking arms with hers. The warm and reassuring aura emanating from him acted as an invisible barrier, isolating her from the disturbances of the outside world and the restlessness of the malevolent energy within her.

For the first time, she discovered that "human life" could be like this: vibrant, lively, and full of all sorts of flavors she had never experienced before.

She remained taciturn, but her eyes were no longer as empty and distant as before. Instead, she quietly observed everything that Yi Chen excitedly introduced to her, and occasionally she would purse her lips slightly because of Yi Chen's exaggerated words and actions.

Just as Yi Chen was holding up two strings of sugar paintings he had just bought, about to hand the little Qilin-shaped one to Shen He, a familiar figure walked over from the direction of the General Affairs Department and happened to come face to face with them.

She seemed to have just finished her official duties, and her face still showed signs of fatigue.

When her gaze swept over Yi Chen, and the white-haired woman beside him with snow-white hair, stunningly beautiful face, and a cool and aloof temperament as if she were untouched by worldly affairs.

Ke Qing paused slightly in her steps.

Her gaze quickly swept between Yi Chen and Shen He.

Yi Chen's radiant smile, the sugar painting he held clearly meant for the woman, the slightly awkward yet extremely close stance between them, and the woman's cool demeanor but complete acceptance of Yi Chen...

Everything goes without saying.

Ke Qing instantly understood.

No wonder he never confessed his feelings again.

With such a woman by his side, whose appearance and temperament are so extraordinary and who is like an iceberg snow lotus, how could he continue to keep his eyes on Yuheng Star, who is busy with official duties all day and has no sense of romance?

The excitement and anticipation she had felt earlier because of Yichen's direct confession vanished like bubbles punctured by tiny ice needles, leaving only a faint sense of loss and relief that she herself hadn't anticipated.

Ke Qing even subconsciously compared them in her mind, and then had to admit that this white-haired woman had a breathtaking beauty and a powerful aura that she, a busy mortal ruler, did not possess.

Yichen's choice... couldn't be more correct.

She quickly composed herself, her face regaining the official, polite, and aloof smile of Yuheng Star, and nodded slightly to Yichen.

"Mr. Yichen, what a coincidence."

Her gaze swept politely over Shen He, and she nodded in acknowledgment, but did not seem inclined to ask any further questions.

Yi Chen was very happy to see Ke Qing and waved to her while holding up a sugar painting.

"Lady Keqing!"

Looking at his smile, which was completely unperturbed and seemed oblivious to any embarrassment, Ke Qing suddenly found the slight disappointment in her heart somewhat amusing.

This guy probably didn't think that much about it at all, right?

"No need, thank you for your kindness."

Ke Qing smiled and refused.

"Please make yourselves at home, I won't bother you any longer."

As she spoke, she nodded to Shen He again and walked past them with a composed gait.

But after turning around, Ke Qing's smile faded slightly, turning into a barely audible sigh.

What a pity...

The unspoken regret, I wonder if it was for the abrupt end to the daily anticipation, or for something else entirely.

After Keqing left, Yichen, holding Shenhe's hand, continued to wander aimlessly through the bustling streets of Liyue Harbor, his eyes curiously looking left and right, as if he could never get enough of the lively world around him.

Suddenly, his gaze was drawn to a graceful and elegant figure in front of him, who stood out starkly from the surrounding bustling city.

The man was standing in front of a stall selling exotic goods from overseas, seemingly casually looking at the merchandise, but his imposing manner made the stall owner feel somewhat at a loss.

Yi Chen was overjoyed and immediately released Shen He's wrist, excitedly going to greet him.

Ningguang seemed to be startled at this moment, and slowly turned her head around.

Sunlight shone on her delicate profile, and a faint, ambiguous smile played on her lips.

She was definitely waiting here on purpose.

The moment Yichen and the white-haired woman with the peculiar aura entered Liyue Harbor, her informants had already relayed the news back.

She had anticipated that Yichen, with his love of crowds, would inevitably pass through this busiest street, and so she "coincidentally" bumped into him there.

At this moment, seeing Yi Chen's genuine and radiant smile of surprise when he saw her, Ning Guangming maintained the composed and elegant demeanor of Tianquan Star on the surface, but deep down, she couldn't help but feel much more at ease.

This guy still has some conscience; he hasn't completely forgotten his former boss.

Her gaze swept lightly over Yi Chen, as if it were truly just a chance encounter.

"Oh? Yichen's assistant?"

No, should I call him Immortal Master Yichen now?

Didn't you say so confidently in your letter that you had gone to the immortal mountain for secluded cultivation with your master? How come you've slipped back to this bustling place, Liyue Harbor, in less than half a day?

Yi Chen was a little embarrassed by her question, scratched his head, and chuckled.

"Oh, the mountain is nice, but it's too quiet! There's nothing but clouds and fog, and no one to talk to. It's so boring!"

I just...I came downstairs for some fresh air and to have some fun! I'll sneak back tonight; my master shouldn't find out!

He spoke with such confidence that he didn't think "secretly going down the mountain" was a big deal at all.

Ningguang looked at him like this, and the smile in her eyes deepened. He was still the same carefree person she always was.

Her gaze then seemingly unintentionally fell on Shen He, who was standing quietly a few steps behind Yi Chen.

With just one glance, Ningguang felt a slight chill run down her spine.

With silver hair and snow-white skin, her complexion was as smooth as ice and her bones as pure as jade, and her temperament was aloof and otherworldly.

This woman was no ordinary person; her appearance and temperament were in no way inferior to his own, and she even possessed a unique charm that seemed untouched by worldly affairs.

Just as Ningguang was secretly assessing the situation, Yichen couldn't wait to turn around and enthusiastically introduce them:

"Oh, right! Ningguang, let me introduce you!"

He pointed at Shen He, his tone tinged with a hint of pride.

"This is my senior sister, Shen He! She's such a nice person! And incredibly capable!"

He then turned to Shen He and said.

"Senior sister, this is Ningguang, who took special care of me before! The richest and most powerful Tianquan Star in Liyue!"

Shen He calmly looked at Ning Guang, nodded slightly as a greeting.

There was no excessive small talk; the manner was neither humble nor overly enthusiastic, as if he were facing an ordinary stranger.

Ningguang's smile remained unchanged, but countless thoughts raced through her mind in an instant.

"So it's Miss Shen He. I've heard so much about you. I'm so grateful for your help during Yichen's cultivation."

The phrase "I've long admired you" carries a profound meaning, while the phrase "thank you for your trouble" directly classifies Yichen as someone they need to entrust with their care, subtly emphasizing a certain sense of ownership.

Chapter 47 Unhappy

Just as Yi Chen was excitedly introducing Ning Guang and Shen He to each other, Shen He lowered his eyes slightly, his gaze falling on his wrist, which Yi Chen had just released.

There seemed to still linger the warm, dry touch of his palm, and the undeniable force he exerted as he carried me through the crowd.

However, he released that warmth and strength without hesitation the moment he saw Ningguang.

It's like letting go of an insignificant item that might even prevent him from reaching someone else.

A subtle yet incredibly clear stinging sensation, accompanied by a hollow coolness, quietly spread from my wrist, seeping into my heart in wisps.

This unfamiliar feeling left Shen He somewhat at a loss.

She didn't understand why she suddenly cared about this. Her junior brother, seeing an acquaintance, would greet him warmly and let go of her hand—wasn't that a natural thing to do?

But... that inexplicable sadness in her heart was real, weighing heavily on her, making her body, which was already slightly tense from being in an unfamiliar environment, seem even more stiff.

Shen He subconsciously tightened his fingers, his fingertips gently rubbing the skin on his wrist that still seemed to retain warmth, trying to dispel the untimely chill and disappointment.

When Yi Chen introduced her to Ning Guang with obvious affection and pride, she simply gave her name politely and said nothing more.

His gaze merely swept calmly over Ningguang's magnificent and dazzling figure, without lingering for long.

Compared to this Lord Tianquan, her attention was uncontrollably drawn to the carefree, black-haired youth beside her, and... that suddenly vanished bond.

Ningguang and Yichen exchanged a few more pleasantries, their words revealing familiarity and a certain invisible bond.

Shen He stood quietly to the side, as if he had become a silent backdrop, and the cold aura around him seemed to be even stronger than before.

Yi Chen turned around again, still with a bright smile on his face, and asked without noticing anything.

"Senior sister, why aren't you saying anything? Are you feeling uncomfortable because there are too many people here? Why don't we go look around somewhere else?"

Shen He raised his eyes, looked into his clear, untroubled eyes, and silently shook his head.

“…No problem.”

Her voice remained flat, devoid of any emotion.

He silently hid the hand that had been released back into the wide sleeve of his robe and clenched it tightly.

It was as if by doing so, one could grasp that fleeting warmth that belonged to him.

A moment later, Ningguang chatted with Yichen for a few more minutes. Looking at Yichen's wide smile, a hint of doting flashed in her eyes. She naturally raised her slender hand and gently touched Yichen's soft black hair.