Genshin Impact: My villain system is a little different.

Jiang Ning and Lisa spent a leisurely afternoon over tea.

For Lisa, this was just an ordinary afternoon, but for Jiang Ning, it was a novel experience.

Previously, he was either training or eliminating remnants of ancient gods, and during his rare moments of rest, he would drink tea and watch opera with Master Zhongli...

Though in reality, he was still receiving Master Zhongli's earnest teachings.

It counted as theoretical study.

This was actually his first time doing nothing, thinking nothing, just sitting quietly, enjoying the peaceful moment, drinking tea and chatting.

However, what made Jiang Ning uncomfortable was why Lisa, as she sat, gradually moved from the opposite sofa to his sofa, getting closer and closer, until finally resting against his shoulder for a brief nap?

When it was time, Lisa prepared to leave with Jean, while Jiang Ning took the initiative to head home first.

[System: Host, you're really weak. Shouldn't you show your divine power and make her kneel and sing 'Conquest'?]

"...Keep talking big. Let's see how you sing 'Conquest' when you get a physical form," Jiang Ning said.

[Sure, I don't mind. I'm very curious about what big sister mentioned about having a physical form, that feeling of being in cloud nine...]

The System said cheerfully.

Why are you curious about everything?

Though the System didn't have a physical form yet, Jiang Ning could imagine its silly smile.

With a System this naive, he could probably trick it into having a dozen children and still have it help count money.

...

"I've bought everything, time to start cooking!"

Eula returned with many packages, put on an apron, and prepared to cook.

She had bought directly from Liyue merchants. When they saw it was Eula and learned she was hosting a dinner for their future Geo Archon, they brought out their best products and wouldn't accept any Mora.

Of course, Eula refused, but the merchants explained that they were all under the Tianquan's authority, and given the Tianquan's close relationship with Lord Jiang Ning, they couldn't possibly accept Mora.

If the Tianquan found out, she might be displeased.

Helpless, Eula had no choice but to accept the free goods.

"I'm home..."

When Jiang Ning arrived home and called out, Eula felt a warmth in her heart, feeling... a sense of belonging.

Compared to returning to a cold, empty room before, waiting for someone to come home felt really nice.

"Welcome back! Come help me in the kitchen, and prepare some dishes while you're at it."

Eula immediately started giving orders.

"Hey hey hey, you know I'm too lazy to cook, right? And you're ordering around the future Geo Archon like this? When you come to Liyue, you'll technically be my subordinate - this is insubordination!"

Jiang Ning complained.

"Didn't you say everything would be up to you once we're in Liyue? What, having second thoughts?" Eula said smugly.

"No... fine, but let's be clear - I'll help you prep, but don't expect me to cook."

Jiang Ning sighed.

"Hurry hurry, everyone will be here soon!"

Eula smiled happily.

As dinner time approached, Eula was busy in the kitchen while Jiang Ning, having finished helping with preparations, rested outside.

Havria floated on the sofa, holding a Sunset Berry and munching on it.

"Indeed, Mondstadt's fruits are truly sweet."

Havria remarked contentedly, having accomplished something significant.

"Actually, I'm curious, Sister Havria - aren't you a spirit? My hand can pass right through you, so how are you holding and eating that Sunset Berry...?"

Jiang Ning asked curiously.

Havria froze, also realizing this issue: "I... I don't know either..."

"Should we discuss this?"

"What's there to discuss? Don't meddle in a beautiful maiden's affairs..."

Havria said.

Jiang Ning said: "I've noticed you're acting quite playful lately... The ancient texts describe you as a gentle and benevolent god... I always thought you had a big sister type personality."

Moreover, Havria's appearance, compared to the God of Salt, was more like a snow maiden in a blizzard, pure and unblemished.

But how did someone with such an elegant appearance gradually become childlike?

Havria said: "Perhaps because I was too repressed before... In front of my subjects, I had to maintain the image of a dignified and mature god."

"So now that you have no subjects, you're letting loose?"

Jiang Ning said.

"Maybe... but I'm happy living like this."

Havria smiled radiantly.

Just as Jiang Ning was about to say something else, there was a knock at the door.

He got up to open it, finding Amber and Barbara standing outside.

"Hehe, we're here!"

Amber was full of energy, while Barbara was gentle as water.

"Please come in... dinner's almost ready."

Jiang Ning stepped aside.

After Amber and Barbara entered, they saw Jean and Lisa approaching from a distance.

"Hello Jean, Lisa."

"Good evening, little cutie. We're not late, are we?" Lisa said softly.

"No, no, your timing is perfect. Barbara and Amber just arrived too."

Jiang Ning shook his head.

"Then excuse us..."

Jean seemed a bit nervous hearing Barbara was there.

Jiang Ning said: "Actually, Acting Grand Master, if you want to reconcile with your sister, why not just talk to her directly? You're sisters, what's there that you can't discuss?"

Jiang Ning knew about Jean and Barbara's relationship, but he didn't fully understand what had happened between these estranged sisters.

Still, communication was never wrong.

Lisa said: "That's right, Jean. The little cutie is correct. Your parents' issues have nothing to do with your sisterhood, right? Barbara is already timid around you, more communication would be better."

Jean said: "Mm... point taken."

She felt tonight might be a good opportunity to talk with Barbara.

She really missed the days when they could tell each other everything.

"Hey, everyone's here! Perfect timing - everything's ready. Jiang Ning, come get the bowls and chopsticks, quick!"

Eula came out carrying a large platter with Sweet Madame and side dishes.

Wearing an apron with her blue hair tied in a side ponytail falling to her chest, she had the air of a perfect housewife.

Jiang Ning nodded and went to set the table.

"Hey, you're putting such a hot dish directly on the wooden table without a mat? It'll leave a black mark!"

Jiang Ning jumped when he saw Eula about to put something from the oven directly on the table, and quickly grabbed a mat.

"I just forgot!" Eula said.

"Be more careful... you really don't cook at home much, do you?"

Watching the two of them bickering while working together to set the table, Amber nodded approvingly.

Barbara, for some reason, clenched her fists.

Lisa had a knowing smile, while Jean looked surprised.

So Eula... could show such an expression?

It felt like they were acting like newlyweds.

"Don't just stand there, sit down everyone."

Eula said, taking off her apron and oven mitts.

Havria said: "Mm, I'm actually getting hungry... Eula, want to say a few words?"

Eula said: "Well, I won't say much. We'll all still be friends, even when I'm in Liyue. And Jean, Lisa, thank you for taking care of me all these years."

She finished speaking and drained her cup in one go.

Everyone raised their glasses, though Jean's pretty, valiant face showed guilt:

"It's my fault, if I hadn't..."

Eula raised her hand: "Stop right there, no need to be sad. Let's just say everything happened at once. Besides, I wanted a change of scenery and mood. At least in Liyue, I won't have to bear the sins of the Lawrence Clan."

The Lawrence Clan now existed in name only. Those who had fled outside Mondstadt didn't dare speak their surname, many even changed their names completely.

As for Eula, though she held the Glacial Seal that belonged only to the clan head, it was just a memento now.

After all...

Eula unconsciously glanced at Jiang Ning's face. If she married him, following Liyue customs, would she need to change her surname? Would she become Eula Jiang?

No, in Liyue it would be Jiang Eula.

She was the Spindrift Knight, and his surname represented great rivers - perhaps it was fate?

Everyone at the table looked strangely at Eula as her face turned red after finishing her speech.

They thought her happiness about not bearing the Lawrence Clan's sins showed how much she had suffered over the years.

Jean felt even more guilty.

"Alright, let's not talk about unhappy things anymore. Let's keep in touch in the future! I don't have many friends in Mondstadt, and except for Noelle and Fischl who aren't here, all my good friends are present," Eula said.

"By the way, what's Noelle doing? Haven't seen her in Mondstadt these days," Amber asked curiously.

Jean replied: "I sent Noelle to help at Dawn Winery. They're short-handed and need help harvesting fresh grapes."

"I see..." Amber nodded.

Eula said: "Jean, about Noelle - she needs more training. If she could change her habit of having no vigilance and thinking the best of everyone, she would definitely become a valuable asset to the Knights of Favonius."

Jean said: "I know, but that child..." She sighed wearily, leaving her sentence unfinished. She had tried teaching her many times, why wasn't it working...

Lisa smiled sweetly: "Well, how about letting me train her for a few days?"

Jean immediately refused: "Better not..."

She genuinely feared Lisa would lead Noelle astray.

While everyone ate and chatted, Havria was focused solely on eating, just like Zhongli - she only wanted to enjoy the present peaceful moment.

However, there were still matters to attend to...

With a chicken leg still in her mouth, Havria caught Amber's eye.

Amber immediately understood.

Amber moved closer to Eula and said:

"Eula, you're leaving Mondstadt soon. I'm really going to miss you."

Eula replied: "We still have the Serenitea Pot, right? Jiang Ning gave you a travel permit too. If you really miss me, you can visit me in the teapot at night."

"But it feels different without a friend here... it's complicated... Let's have a drink, to commemorate our memories in Mondstadt!"

Eula scoffed: "You sound like an old man reminiscing about his youth! Fine, I'll drink with you."

Eula filled her cup and clinked glasses with Amber.

Then Amber clung to Eula, insisting on drinking together. Eula had no choice but to accompany her.

For this childhood friend who had always looked after her, Eula was completely indulgent.

Within an hour, Amber was passed out.

Eula, feeling tipsy herself, said: "Really now, if you can't handle alcohol, you shouldn't drink so much... Amber doesn't have any reconnaissance duties tomorrow, right?"

Jean said: "No..."

Eula said: "That's good..."

Havria, eating fruit nearby, thought helplessly: What a lightweight, passed out already? You're really not up to this...

Actually, Havria felt a bit bad for Amber - one rarely drank while the other often drowned her sorrows in wine. Their alcohol tolerance wasn't even in the same league.

It was getting late when Jean made up her mind and said to Barbara:

"Barbara, shall I walk you home?"

Barbara was surprised, then her eyes filled with joy: "Yes... okay, Sis... Acting Grand Master."

Jean stepped forward and gently patted Barbara's head, saying:

"Why don't you call me sister anymore? Didn't you always call me sister before?"

Barbara's eyes reddened: "Sister..."

After Jean and Barbara left, Lisa helped Amber up: "Then, I'll take Amber home, if that's alright, Lady Havria?"

Havria and Lisa exchanged glances, seemingly reaching some agreement: "Mm, thank you for your trouble..."

After the guests left, Havria pretended to be tired and went to rest.

Jiang Ning finished cleaning up the dishes and turned around to find Eula asleep on the sofa.

With a soft chuckle, he initially wanted to support her under his arm to take her back to her room, but realized he wasn't tall enough...

Helplessly, he had to resort to a princess carry... Though it felt a bit awkward, at least he could get her back to her room.

When drunk, Eula was like a docile big cat, and instead of unpleasant alcohol smell, she had a pleasant natural fragrance that was quite intoxicating.

After gently laying Eula on the bed, Jiang Ning tried to withdraw his hand and leave, but Eula caught his wrist.

He turned back to look at her, seeing her flushed cheeks radiating feminine charm.

Eula's jewel-like eyes were misty yet clearly reflected Jiang Ning's face. She softly said:

"Don't go, please?"

Under the influence of alcohol and Havria's encouragement, Eula made a very bold decision.

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