Genshin Impact: The Sharpshooter of Teyvat

Chapter 1251 Ningguang's Three Marks

In short, Ningguang asked Shao Yun for his opinion on Keqing and received the assessment from Shao Yun that she was "idealistic but impulsive".

Taking advantage of his secretary's passing, he expressed his loyalty to Shao Yun and accepted his current identity with the gesture of "dogeza" (a deep bowing gesture).

As for the system prompt to "enjoy Ningguang's body," Shao Yun didn't take it to heart at all. Too many things had happened recently, and he didn't even have the heart to get close to Ying, let alone Ningguang.

After dealing with Ningguang's matter, Shao Yun turned and left the basement, heading towards the bedroom on the second floor.

Pushing open the door, he saw Ying already lying on her side on the bed, clearly having finished showering and waiting for him to come back.

Only a small bedside lamp was on in the bedroom, its warm yellow light creating an exceptionally cozy atmosphere.

"You're back?" Ying heard the door open and slowly turned her head. Although she was a little sleepy, she still waited for him.

While changing into her pajamas, Shao Yun casually brought up what had just happened.

“That’s right. I just chatted with Ningguang for a while. Things in Liyue are getting more and more crazy. Keqing even killed Ningguang’s three personal secretaries, probably to establish her authority. I don’t know what kind of trouble will follow.”

Upon hearing this, Ying rubbed her eyes, perked up, and asked:

"Keqing? In my memory, she shouldn't be like this. When I met her in Liyue before, although she was eager to reform, she always acted with discretion. How could she suddenly become so extreme?"

In her memory, Keqing was always that girl who was wholeheartedly devoted to the people of Liyue and dared to speak and act, so it was impossible to associate her with the image of "exterminating the enemy".

Shao Yun changed into her pajamas, pursed her lips dismissively, and sat down on the bed.

"Even the Wind God can kidnap you. People change, why think so much?"

As he spoke, he lifted the covers and lay down, turning to look at Ying, and said casually:

"Tomorrow, the sun will still rise in Mavka. No matter how much trouble Liyue causes, our ranch life will continue as usual."

"So, get some rest. There's always tomorrow."

When Ying heard Shao Yun still manage to use "Mavika" at this moment, she couldn't help but smile helplessly and gently patted his arm.

"I really envy that you can still have a sense of humor in times like this. Even though so many terrible things have happened, you can always take it all in so lightly."

Shao Yun reached out and pulled her into his arms, resting his chin on the top of her head.

"What else can we do? Frowning won't solve anything. We should enjoy each day as it comes, and get some sleep first."

Ying nestled in his arms, feeling the familiar warmth, and softly hummed in agreement. She closed her eyes, and soon only the sound of their even breathing filled the bedroom.

……

The next day, as soon as the first faint light of dawn appeared on the horizon, Shao Yun woke up.

He gently lifted the blanket, trying not to make a sound.

Ying was still fast asleep beside him, her long eyelashes drooping peacefully, a faint smile on her lips, clearly still immersed in a peaceful dream.

On the small bed not far away, Paimon was curled up in a ball, like a little white fluffy ball, occasionally letting out a few soft murmurs in his sleep, sleeping very soundly.

Shao Yun quietly dressed and washed up. When she walked to the second-floor corridor, the whole house was still quiet, with only the occasional birdsong outside the window breaking the tranquility of the morning.

He gets up so early to go to the ranch to milk fresh milk.

This is a daily routine at the ranch. The fresh milk is not only enough for the family to drink, but also some can be reserved for Ningguang to take to the Suspended Wood tribe for sale later.

(This job was originally supposed to be done by Abyss, but Ningguang has taken it over.)

As Shao Yun walked down the stairs and turned the corner of the living room, he heard a faint sound coming from the kitchen.

The sound of rushing water and the soft clatter of pots and pans.

He raised an eyebrow, thinking to himself, "So early? Could it be Shen He?"

After all, Ningguang had just fainted yesterday due to a sudden attack of anger. Even if she had taken the miraculous tonic, she should have rested for another day or two. She certainly wouldn't be getting out of bed and working so soon.

But when he reached the kitchen door and peeked inside, he was stunned.

The busy figure in front of the stove was not Shen He at all, but Ning Guang.

She was still wearing that simple long-sleeved high-waisted dress, her hair neatly pulled back, and a headscarf wrapped around her head to prevent her hair from falling into the vegetables.

She was standing in front of the refrigerator, reaching in to grab something, when her peripheral vision caught sight of Shao Yun at the door. She straightened up, a natural smile on her face, and greeted him casually.

"Are you up? Breakfast is just being prepared and will be ready in a while."

Ningguang's current mental state is completely normal, as if yesterday's emotional breakdown and coma never happened.

Shao Yun leaned against the door frame, watching her skillful movements, and remembered his special instructions to her to get some rest yesterday.

"Didn't I tell you to get some rest? Why are you up so early to cook?"

Although he knew the miracle supplement was effective for recovery, he didn't expect Ningguang to recover so quickly and get back to work so soon.

Ningguang closed the refrigerator door, took out a few more fresh eggs, turned around and walked to the stove. She gently cracked the eggs into a bowl, her movements methodical.

"After waking up this morning, I felt much better and my headache was gone, so I thought I'd come over and cook."

While stirring the egg mixture, she turned to look at Shao Yun and said very seriously, "This is my job, isn't it? Now that I'm feeling better, I can't just sit around and let everyone take care of me."

Shao Yun shrugged and didn't say anything more. After all, Ningguang herself felt there was no problem, so there was no need for him to forcibly stop her.

"Alright, take care of yourself and don't overwork yourself. I'm going to milk the cows; hopefully I'll be back in time for breakfast."

"Okay!" Ningguang responded and poured the beaten egg mixture into the hot oil, instantly releasing a rich aroma of eggs.

Immediately afterwards, she turned around and called out to Shao Yun's retreating figure.

"Breakfast will be ready soon! Don't worry, you'll be able to eat something hot when you get back!"

……

Shao Yun walked along the pasture path to the cattle pen and pushed open the wooden fence gate.

The cowshed was very clean, as Yuan Shang usually took great care of it, and there was no strange smell. Fifteen Florida cows and two Holstein cows were living leisurely in the cowshed.

Some were munching on the dry grass in the trough, while others were sitting on the ground.

Upon seeing Shao Yun enter, several docile cows raised their heads and let out soft moos.

Shao Yun led a shiny cow to the milking area.

He skillfully sat on the stool, first gently stroking the cow's belly and saying a few comforting words, then rolled up his sleeves and began milking the cow methodically.

The milky white milk flowed into the iron bucket with a soft "whoosh" sound.

Shao Yun's technique was skillful, and her movements were steady and fast. In about 6 or 7 minutes, the milking of the first cow was finished.

Just as he was focused on milking the second cow, a system notification suddenly popped up in his mind:

[Your current relationship with Ningguang: You refuse to brand Ningguang with the marks of blood ties, lust, or servility.]

Your good deeds will one day be rewarded. Keep doing them, and even before the end of the world, destiny will bestow its gifts upon you.

(Aside: I'm about to acquire Ningguang's Fate Bond.)

Shao Yun's hand, which was milking the cow, suddenly stopped. He asked the system, puzzled, "So, what did you mean last night?"

The system was silent for a few seconds, then calmly displayed its reply:

I'm just reminding you that you have the option to do evil without having to worry about it.

Looking at this nonsensical text, Shao Yun snorted coldly and muttered a curse:

"Fuck you! Instead of wasting your time chatting with me, you might as well play some music in my ear. At least that would make my milking less boring."

……

(Yuan Shang, just woken up: Holy crap! I forgot the milking time!!!)

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