Ganyu really wanted to cry!
Right now, she wanted nothing more than to crawl into a wardrobe, curl up into a ball, and never see anyone again!
She truly couldn't understand how Ye Xi knew about her secret, embarrassing past. Now, she didn't even dare to lift her head to look at him.
Why… how could these secrets be known by someone else?
Had Cloud Retainer let it slip?
She desperately wanted to ask Ye Xi outright if he was actually an Adeptus or not!
However, at that moment, Ye Xi's inner voice reached her again. This time, the contents made her eyes light up!
I feel like Ganyu shouldn't be thinking about this from the perspective of controlling her appetite.
If she just used an item that allowed her to eat whatever she wanted without gaining weight, wouldn't that solve everything?
That was it!
Ganyu immediately latched onto two key points!
Use an item, and then eat whatever she wanted without gaining weight!
Never gaining weight!
How wonderful would that be?
At the thought, she couldn't help but fall into a fantasy. She imagined herself planting a vast field of Qingxin Flowers and Sweet Flowers. She would lie right in the center of the field, basking in the sun while happily munching awaynom, nom, nom.
She would eat her way into her own little paradise!
That kind of life would surely be beautiful!
It seemed Ye Xi really had a way!
She hurriedly quickened her pace to catch up with the contemplative Ye Xi and grabbed his arm. Just as she was about to speak, she suddenly realized somethingshe only knew about this because she was eavesdropping on his heart. How was she supposed to ask?
Ye Xi was also quite surprised. He hadn't expected Ganyu to be so proactive, and he froze in place.
"Wh… what's wrong?"
Ganyu looked up at him, her eyes full of hesitation, looking as if she had something to say but couldn't find the words. It had to be saidthis expression of wanting something but not daring to ask for it was incredibly endearing.
Even Ye Xi couldn't help but think she was adorable.
For a quiet girl like this, no request would be too much! If she just said the word, he would pluck the stars from the sky for her!
Yet, Ganyu said nothing. She simply stared at him as if time had stopped, as if the bustling street had turned silent in that instant.
The two of them stood in the middle of the road, gazing deeply into each other's eyes.
Couples and people out for a stroll passed by all around them. Seeing the two of them standing there like that, many couldn't help but giggle secretly.
"Look, look! What are those two doing?"
"Sharing their feelings? Expressing their love?"
"No way, right in the middle of the street? Aren't they embarrassed?"
"Ho ho, youngsters these days are certainly passionate!"
"What does it matter? Isn't this place a famous dating spot? You're all just too conservative!"
"How romantic, I think it's great!"
"Look at themthe girl is so beautiful and the boy is so handsome. They're a perfect match!"
"What a stunning couple! I'm so jealous!"
"I can taste the salt from here!"
"..."
They were right in the center of the road, with food stalls lining both sides and pedestrians streaming past. Seeing the two of them, everyone discussed them in low voices with smiles on their faces.
"Hey, little lady! Since you two look so in love, this uncle will give you a piece of marshmallow! It's on the house!"
A nearby marshmallow stall owner chimed in with a grin. Seeing Ganyu reminded him of himself and his wife in the past.
The loud voice startled Ganyu, snapping her out of her daze. She immediately noticed the gazes from all directions, and her face flushed bright red.
"N-no thank you! But thank you anyway!"
In her panic, she pulled Ye Xi along and hurried away from the crowd.
Being led away by Ganyu, Ye Xi found the situation rather amusing. Only when they reached the lightless shore did Ganyu finally let go of his hand.
"Ganyu, what happened to you?"
Hearing his question, Ganyu lowered her head and asked sheepishly, "Ye Xi… do you… do you have any way to help me not get fat from eating?"
Ye Xi frowned slightly, unable to fathom how the topic had shifted so abruptly.
However, he still played dumb. "Ganyu, you're so thin right now. Why are you worried about getting fat?"
It's not that I won't tell her, it's that there's no way to do it right now...
Logically, the higher the level, the more one can suppress the effects of a tendency to gain weight.
Even though Ganyu is a Half-Adeptus, her level is still restricted to Level 40.
To level up, she needs a Hoarfrost Core from the Mondstadt region.
There's no way to get those in Liyue.
Perhaps upgrading her Stella Fortuna would work too, but I haven't obtained Ganyu's Stella Fortuna yet.
Better not to say anything for now.
Ye Xi's inner thoughts flowed into Ganyu's heart without missing a single word.
Hearing this, Ganyu's eyes were filled with astonishment. She heard many terms she couldn't understand.
Level?
Hoarfrost Core?
Stella Fortuna?
She had no idea what any of that meant. However, she now knew for certain that Ye Xi definitely had a way to solve her troubles!
The thought that she might one day be able to eat as many delicious Qingxin and Sweet Flowers as she wanted made her heart flutter. Being able to eat whatever she wanted had always been her greatest wish! Restraining her appetite for a thousand years had been a source of great suffering!
She decided then and thereshe had to stay by Ye Xi's side to find the answer!
I'm sorry, Xiangling. I have to stay with Ye Xi and find the ultimate solution!
Having made up her mind, Ganyu breathed a sigh of relief as she looked out over the dark sea. "Ye Xi, let's head back."
Ye Xi nodded and accompanied Ganyu back the way they came.
They had already bought everything they needed. They headed back up toward Yujing Terrace.
To Ye Xi's surprise, Ganyu actually lived within the Qixing Mansion as well. It wasn't in Ningguang's courtyard, but in a separate wing. Although it was called the Qixing Mansion, Ye Xi felt it was more like a dormitory.
"Ye Xi, let's stop here. I need to go that way."
Ganyu stopped at a crossroads and pointed in a different direction. In truth, escorting Ye Xi home was part of her responsibility, but she had learned too much today. She couldn't wait to go home and process it all, to think about her future path in life!
Ye Xi nodded. "Oh… alright then."
After saying goodbye to Ganyu, Ye Xi returned to his courtyard.
Ningguang hadn't returned yet, and the house was dark. He went back to his own small room and collected the rewards for completing today's commissions.
With all four of the day's tasks finished plus the bonus rewards, he now had 1120 Primogems!
Just as he was about to turn in for the night, he suddenly noticed the protective charm in his pocket beginning to glow.
It was the Omamori Yae Miko had given him!
For it to light up now could only mean
In the next instant, the pink light became blindingly brilliant!
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