Genshin Impact: This Trainee Fatui Harbinger is Too Unreliable-Chapter 434: This Trainee Fatui Harbinger is Too Unreliable []
Chapter 434 - This Trainee Fatui Harbinger is Too Unreliable [434]
A Few Days Later
Since Furina's public declaration of wanting to experience a mortal romance, Fontaine's media had been thrown into a frenzy. Newspapers across the nation were scrambling to report on her relationship, with Luo Qing's photo prominently displayed on their front pages.
The buzz surrounding this news even rivaled that of the prophecy foretelling Fontaine's sinking.
Following her announcement, Furina had become bolder than ever. No longer concerned with discretion, she openly accompanied Luo Qing to and from Palais Mermonia, letting reporters capture their every move. They frequented cafes for afternoon tea, attended opera performances, and explored the city together, showing no concern for public opinion.
As the days passed, murmurs of discontent began to surface.
Some questioned: How could the Hydro Archon, the protector of Fontaine, remain so carefree? With the prophecy looming, shouldn't she be taking action?
Was her inaction a sign of incompetence? Or did she simply not care about the fate of Fontaine's people?
But Furina seemed unbothered by such criticism.
Even now, she was sitting with Luo Qing in a private booth at a patisserie in the Lyonette District, savoring a limited-edition dessert.
"Mm~ So good!"
Furina used her spoon to cut a small piece of cake, her face lighting up with a blissful expression as she took a bite.
Noticing Luo Qing's disinterest, she turned to him with a faint pout.
"This is the shop's exclusive Supreme Cake of the Day. Even if you don't like sweets, you should at least try it!"
"..."
Luo Qing glanced out the window, where a growing crowd of reporters pretending to be passersby lurked outside, their cameras poised.
"The number of people outside is increasing," he muttered. "If we don't leave soon, I can already imagine tomorrow's headlines plastered across every paper."
"What's so bad about that?"
Furina huffed, casually taking another bite of her cake.
"Doesn't it feel exhilarating to be the center of attention?"
"..."
Luo Qing sighed, shaking his head.
"I've read the newspapers these past few days. Almost every front page says something like, 'Hydro Archon Furina spotted with Luo Qing at [insert location], showing intimate behavior.'
"And then, right below that, there's always a piece about the prophecy, questioning why the Archon hasn't taken any action."
"Hmph."
Furina snorted dismissively.
"Since when has the mind of a god been something mere mortals could fathom? As my subjects, they should have more patience."
"At the very least, you should say something to them," Luo Qing said flatly. "If this continues, don't be surprised if your citizens show up at Palais Mermonia chanting 'The heavens are dead, long live the new ruler!' and start a rebellion."
"Hmph."
Furina let out another soft snort, unfazed.
"I already said, the thoughts of a god are not to be easily shared. Now, are you eating that cake or not? If not, give it to me—don't let it go to waste."
"..."
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Evening
After spending the entire day exploring Fontaine, Furina finally dragged Luo Qing back to Palais Mermonia.
By now, their cohabitation was public knowledge. Everyone who read the newspapers in Fontaine knew that the Hydro Archon and the mysterious envoy from Sumeru were living together—possibly even sharing the same bed.
The news had shattered the worldview of many young citizens of Fontaine.
The idea that their noble and elegant Archon could be doing such unthinkable things...
Sharing a bed with a man...
And maybe even...
The thought left many seething.
Why him and not us?!
Even the staff at Palais Mermonia had grown accustomed to seeing Furina and Luo Qing together, no longer questioning their movements or motives.
As they walked through the palace corridors, Furina clung to Luo Qing's arm, her demeanor carefree.
Suddenly, a familiar figure appeared, blocking their path.
"Neuvillette? Do you need something?" Furina asked in a calm tone, her grip on Luo Qing's arm unwavering.
As if to flaunt her relationship further, she leaned closer to Luo Qing, pressing against him—though her modest figure made the gesture less impactful.
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"There are some matters of governance I need to discuss with you, Lady Furina," Neuvillette said, his expression unreadable. "Would you mind stopping by my office before you retire for the night?"
His eyes briefly flickered to Luo Qing, betraying no hint of emotion. Like many others, Neuvillette was perplexed by Furina's recent behavior.
With the prophecy casting a shadow over Fontaine, Furina's carefree demeanor—indulging in public displays of affection rather than addressing the crisis—was bewildering.
"Governance, huh..."
Furina chuckled lightly, her tone lazy.
"It's so late already. Can't it wait until tomorrow? It's time for me to rest with Luo Qing~"
With that, she tugged Luo Qing along, brushing past Neuvillette and swaying toward her chambers.
"..."
Neuvillette watched their retreating figures in silence, his thoughts unreadable.
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Once they returned, Furina flopped onto the bed, stretching out with a contented sigh.
"Phew, another day finally comes to an end."
"There's always tomorrow," Luo Qing replied, his tone neutral. "You say this every night. Does it mean anything?"
As he spoke, he knelt to remove Furina's shoes and stockings, replacing them with a pair of soft, light-blue slippers.
Since the night she had first invited him to share her bed, Furina had grown increasingly reliant on him, treating him like a personal attendant.
Even her nightly routine—brushing her hair, washing her face—had become his responsibility. If he ever refused, she would throw a tantrum, rolling around on the bed until he relented.
"It doesn't mean anything," Furina said, rolling lazily on the bed with a smile. "It's just my way of celebrating getting through another day and hoping tomorrow will go just as smoothly."
"Fair enough," Luo Qing shrugged, dropping the matter.
Once he helped her finish her nightly routine, he turned to face the wall while she changed into her nightgown.
Afterward, they climbed into bed together, with Luo Qing wrapping his arms around her.
And like that, they drifted off to sleep in each other's embrace.
