The Weak Get...

"The far north, you know, it's the area I'm responsible for, Siberia and the Arctic. It's a place that's really tough, plus there are some historical issues..." Yelan leaned against the door.

"The Second Honkai Eruption?"

"Yes, over there, because of the Honkai, there are a lot of problems, such as Honkai Beasts, orphans, and all sorts of other issues. They've been trying to solve them, but they haven't been. Where did Rita send you?"

"Right."

"It's not a good place... Well, but Cocoilia from Anti-Entropy is also from Siberia and experienced the Second Honkai Eruption, so she might have some connections."

Yelan propped her head up and began to advise Liu Bai.

"The forces in the far north are much simpler than those in the Sky Dome Zone. There are only two: the Northernmost Branch and Anti-Entropy. Although they haven't colluded, they keep to themselves."

"Is anyone paying attention?"

"Rosalind, the northernmost leader."

Yelan answered without hesitation.

"Mondstadt native, she studied in Sumeru for a period of time. After returning home, she was recruited by Otto. Then, as Schicksal's power expanded, Rosalind became the head of the Northernmost Branch. Hmm... watch out for her fire. That girl is an expert at playing with fire; she's practically made a fortune with her Vision."

"...?"

Wait a minute, isn't it the Crimson Witch of Embers instead of the Ice Fool?

No, there's also the Vision, meaning the normal Rosalind? Not the Rosalind who, as the BOSS, abandoned the Vision and directly endured the flames with her physical body.

Wait a minute, if we do that, Rosalind won't even have the cute moments of being defeated and getting counter-killed, right?

"This person used to be known as the Crimson Witch of Embers because of her heroic figure wielding flames on the battlefield." Yelan did not notice the change in Liu Bai's expression. "The last time she took action was during the Second Honkai Eruption to help maintain the front line. After that, she did not take action. Because of her rather strong methods, she was respectfully called 'La Signora'... Well, there is not much political struggle in the far north."

To put it bluntly, Yelan doesn't think much of Rosalind's so-called "skills".

"So that means it exists?"

"Yes, there are rumors that she has a deep conflict with her deputy 'The Knave' Kuzkavina, to the point of no return, but I don't know the specifics... after all, there aren't many things worth noting in the far north."

Although it is a branch, it is located in a remote area and does not have much combat power. It is sufficient to maintain the most basic surveillance over it.

"Hmm... thinking about it this way, the Northernmost Branch does seem like a good target? If the two really have a conflict, we can use eliminating one as a condition to win over the other."

Chapter 174 The weak will be...

Liu Bai and Yelan suddenly turned to serious matters, making Firefly feel very uncomfortable.

Kafka quickly got into the zone, taking notes of their chat history.

Why... do I feel like I'm the only one with a useless, love-struck brain?

... But she doesn't really know much about things outside of combat.

(This isn't a secretary position I'm just dabbling in.)

Yelan glanced at Kafka out of the corner of her eye.

"Alright, let's put this farce to an end."

After finishing the serious topic, Yelan announced the end of tonight's event.

Seeing these two scoundrels blowing up balloons and playing around, Yelan wondered why they were being provoked.

It's just that the progress was accelerated today because of my own reasons.

Moreover, given how things had come to this point, she had no desire to watch the situation continue to develop.

"Those who should get out, get out; those who should check out, check out."

"Okay, okay."

"By the way, when are you planning to leave?"

"Hmm... in the next day or two."

"That's fast. By the way, wipe the lipstick mark off your face. It's infuriating to look at."

"Huh? A lip print?"

Although he had been fooling around outside for a while, it wasn't midnight yet, so Liu Bai didn't arouse any suspicion when he returned home.

Thankfully, Yelan reminded her that she had Kafka's lipstick mark on her face, otherwise she would have been in court by now.

"Have eaten?"

Eden, who had just finished his live stream and returned from downstairs, looked at Liu Bai and asked.

"Yes, I've eaten." Bai nodded. "I've been out all day, I'm going back to the pot now, goodnight."

"Good night." Dian nodded casually, then glanced at the spot where Liu Bai had left and sat down.

"He smells of another woman, hmm... it must be Miss Kafka and Miss Firefly from during the day."

Without a doubt, Liu Bai must have had close contact with these two people; it's just unknown how close they were.

But... it has nothing to do with her.

Liu Bai didn't do anything inappropriate in front of her; it would be more interesting to tell Natasha about this.

However, she is not the kind of person who kicks someone when they're down.

Unfortunately... not everyone is as forgiving as Eden.

... For example, Liu Bai is now back in his room and entering the washroom.

The white-haired, red-eyed beauty has now cornered Liu Bai.

"That... Acheron?"

Wait a minute! Can someone explain why Acheron is in his bathroom?

"Yes, I'm here." Acheron nodded calmly, as if she wasn't the one who had cornered Liu Bai.

I know you're there! Don't act so nonchalant!

Liu Bai roared inwardly as he looked at Acheron.

And why is it a "sword-drawing stance" right off the bat?

Although I did fool around outside today, it's not enough to warrant drawing a knife!

In any case, shouldn't it be understandable and forgivable to repeat the same mistake?

"... What do you want to do now?"

"Take your pants off."

"Huh...?"

"Take your pants off."

Acheron repeated himself, his tone slightly heavier, his calm voice now carrying an air of unquestionable authority.

"... Why did you suddenly say that? And why did you do it this way?"

I'm very worried about the safety of those below because of what you're doing!

"Why don't you put the knife away, Acheron?"

"Because I'm curious about what it feels like in this position." Acheron pondered for a moment before replying, "You'll revert to your original state once you remove the sword, so please take off your pants."

"..."

Ah, so it wasn't a liquidation?

It was just a surge of curiosity driven by desire.

No, does that mean I have to have Acheron, who is holding a knife and has it fully drawn, do the craft for me?

The art style doesn't seem quite right, does it?

Is Acheron about to transform from a cold and aloof female swordswoman into a surprisingly infatuated woman?

"...must?"

"Please don't force me."

I'm not forcing you! You cornered me in the bathroom with a knife and then told me "I'm not forcing you"?

Saying something like that would be like snow falling in June!

How long have you been in the restroom?

"About three hours."

"...wait for me?"

"So, shall I take them off, or will you undress them yourself?"

"... I'll do it myself."

Acheron's blood-red pupils stared intently, causing Liu Bai to retreat.

As the ancients said, those who understand the times are the heroes.

There's no need to refuse a toast only to suffer a forfeit—even though Acheron won't cut himself, having a knife in his hand is enough to make anyone feel uneasy!

Is this what it feels like to be coerced?

Seeing that Liu Bai was being pragmatic, Acheron also began to take off his upper body clothes.

"You seem very energetic today."

"..."

After being flirted with by Kafka all day, of course I'm full of energy!

[Acheron's Favorability: 8084]

"Boss Liu? You don't look too well today."

"... Is something wrong? Where?"

"You look a little tired today."

Guinaifen looked at Liu Bai with concern.

"Are you busy with things outside lately? How about taking a break for yourself?"

"Hmm... that's fine, Little Gui, how about going on a trip?"

Liu Bai nodded. Yesterday's Acheron... his technique seemed to have improved significantly.

With such unexpectedly rapid growth, does Acheron possess a special talent in this area?

But then again, are Acheron and I considered casual sex partners in a broad sense?

"Huh? Travel? Where to?"

When the topic of travel came up, Guinaifen's expression immediately lit up.

"Siberia, a land of ice and snow."

"Eh~~"

Guinaifen seemed very interested, and her hands moved faster as she wrapped the buns.

"Of course we'll go! Well, if you go, Boss Liu, we'll all go too, right?"

"After all, we can't openly bring so many people."

Liu Bai rubbed his lower back.

Even if he is young and strong, he can't withstand what Acheron is doing.

"Will you come with me?"

I want to go too!

After being enlightened by Yelan, Firefly also began to take the initiative.

Guinaifen glanced at Firefly with some surprise, but still didn't say anything.