With Azhdaha's return, matters finally came to a temporary close.
Ellin finally had some free time as well.
Ever since Zhongli had told her about the power of wishes, Ellin had been troubled by the wish power coming from the direction of Inazuma.
So, once everything was resolved, Ellin brought her friends back to Inazuma.
At that moment, on the coast of Watatsumi Island...
Dressed in beautiful swimsuits, Sucrose, Fischl, Noelle, and Ellin lay on lounge chairs, basking in the sunshine and enjoying the sea breeze.
Of course, Shenhe had come along with them this time, too.
After opening up to Ellin about her feelings last time, Shenhe had moved into the Serenitea Pot.
She explored the mortal world during the day, then used her Realm Dispatch to return to the Serenitea Pot at night, sharing meals and a home with Ellin and the others.
By now, Shenhe considered the Serenitea Pot her home, the place where she belonged.
She regarded Fischl and the others as her friends and family.
Though she knew little of worldly affairs, she knew how to treat people sincerely. She got along very well with Sucrose and the others, and Fischl and the rest were fond of her, too.
Traveling through the mortal world had taught her many things and introduced her to many people.
Yet no matter how many places she visited, she still felt that the little world where Ellin lived was the warmest, most peaceful home of all.
Perhaps influenced by Ellin, Shenhe had developed a fondness for children and enjoyed spending time with them.
At that moment, Shenhe was building sandcastles with Klee on the beach.
Klee was having a wonderful time, bursting into happy laughter now and then. Watching her smiling face, Shenhe would find herself smiling, too.
Nearby, Ellin,