Wait, What the Hell Is Wrong with This Tea?

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[Let me say this upfront: this book is fanfiction, fanfiction, fanfiction. Please be aware of that. If that's a dealbreaker, you can leave now.]

In the guest room on the second floor of Yanshang Teahouse, moonlight streamed through the carved window lattice like a sheer veil, falling gently onto the tatami mats.

The dappled light and shadows dotted the tranquil space like stars in the night sky.

Baichen lay quietly amid the soft bedding.

Yet a faint fragrance lingered at the tip of his nose.

It was delicate and fresh, warm and gentle as the first ray of morning sunlight.

It quietly filled the air, bringing an indescribable sense of comfort and relaxation.

Baichen's brow twitched slightly, as though the fragrance had stirred a ripple in some memory of his.

Suddenly, he realized that the fragrance was exactly the same as the scent left on the bed in the Jade Chamber the night before!

It was a distinctive scent, both familiar and strange, lingering in his mind like a distant dream.

[System dormant...]

[Night mode activated]

[Trace hypnotic substance detected...]

Holy shit... this tea... there's something wrong with it... wow.

As his consciousness began to fade, the door was pushed gently open.

Like a ghost, Yelan stepped into the room, light and silent.

Her movements were so graceful that she seemed to be performing a beautiful dance.

Under the moonlight, it gleamed faintly, like stars twinkling in the night sky.

Yelan wore a silk nightgown, its fabric soft as silk.

It brushed gently against her skin, like the caress of a breeze.

"Sleeping so soundly..." she murmured, her fingertips brushing the boy's faintly trembling eyelashes. "I added a little something to 'calm your nerves.' You shouldn't have any nightmares."

Yelan lifted a corner of the bedding, her movements graceful and agile, and slipped silently into the warm bed like a nimble fish.

In his sleep, Baichen seemed to sense Yelan's arrival. His body stirred slightly, as though he had met her in a dream.

Then he rolled over unconsciously, landing right in Yelan's arms.

The corners of Yelan's lips lifted, and she gave a low laugh, clear and pleasant as a bell in the night breeze.

Her arms, soft as willow branches, gently encircled the boy's waist. Then she pulled him a little closer.

Baichen's body was completely enclosed in Yelan's embrace.

His head rested on her shoulder, his breathing steady and soft, as though he had found the most comfortable position in her arms.

Feeling Baichen's body heat and his breathing, Yelan felt a faint sense of satisfaction well up in her heart.

"That woman Ningguang must be furious..." Her lips pressed against the boy's earlobe, nibbling gently. "Her little prey is in my hands now..."

As Baichen slept, his eyes remained tightly shut and his lips slightly parted, indistinct murmurs escaping him from time to time.

His body seemed to be searching for something. He instinctively shifted toward a warm spot and pressed himself tightly against it.

Yelan sat quietly by the bed, gazing at Baichen's sleeping face.

Her gaze was tender and intent, as though she wanted to see through his skin and into the secrets deep in his heart.

Yelan's fingers gently brushed Baichen's forehead, feeling his temperature, then slowly traced down the bridge of his nose and came to rest on his lips.

Her fingertips trembled slightly, as though she wanted to touch those soft lips.

"So sensitive..." She narrowed her amber eyes, leaned down, and kissed the boy.

That tender touch was like a feather drifting down on a spring day, brushing gently across Yelan and Baichen's joined lips with the faintest tickle.

At first, the kiss was cautious and fleeting, as though afraid of disturbing something precious. Even their breaths carried a gentle tremor.

As the night passed beyond the window lattice, the suggestive air between them grew thicker.

Yelan's long eyelashes fluttered slightly, and intense feelings surged in her eyes.

No longer content with that fleeting touch, she deepened the kiss.

Their warm breaths mingled as the tip of her tongue, like a nimble butterfly, slowly pried apart Baichen's lightly clenched teeth.

In that instant, it was as though an electric current spread through their bodies from their joined lips and teeth, a tingling sensation spreading from their hearts to their fingertips.

With irresistible force, Yelan roamed freely inside Baichen's mouth, thoroughly plundering every inch of soft flesh.

The sleeping boy's breathing quickened, but he could not wake from the drug-induced slumber.

[Yelan's affection +5%, currently 43%]

When the first morning light appeared, Yelan had already slipped away, leaving only a few long strands of dark blue hair and a faint fragrance on the bed.

Baichen sat bolt upright. His lips stung slightly, and a cool minty sensation still lingered on his tongue.

System! What happened last night?

[Retrieving nighttime records...]

[Abnormal contact detected]

[Analysis: Yelan is suspected to have visited during the night (specific actions cannot be reconstructed)]

Baichen touched his red, swollen lips, his heart suddenly racing.

"Wait... is this right?"

A cup of refreshing tea and a note had been left on the bedside table:

"Good morning, cutie. There's breakfast at the teahouse. Remember to come find me after you eat~ -Yelan"

A bright red lipstick mark had been pressed beside the writing.

Baichen curled his lip, feeling utterly speechless.

[Warning! Yelan's affection has surpassed 40%]

[Note: danger level increased]

Downstairs, the teahouse had already opened for the day.

Yelan, dressed in a tasteful qipao, was brewing tea behind the counter. She looked like a completely different person from the night before.

When she saw Baichen come downstairs, she merely smiled, as though nothing had happened.

"Did you sleep well?" She handed him a bamboo steamer full of piping-hot soup dumplings. "I had Xiangling send these over specially."

Baichen opened his mouth, but he didn't know how to question her about the previous night.

Yelan seemed to see through his thoughts. She leaned close and whispered in his ear:

"Do your lips still hurt?" Her fingertips brushed almost imperceptibly over his lower lip. "I'll be gentler next time..."

[Yelan's affection +2%, currently 45%]

[Note: blatant flirting]

After breakfast, Ganyu appeared at the teahouse door right on time.

When she saw Baichen's red, swollen lips, her qilin horns twitched slightly. "Are... are you all right?"

"A mosquito bit him!" Yelan answered before he could, smiling like a cat that had stolen a fish. "Mosquitoes are fierce in Liyue summers~"

Ganyu was skeptical, but she dutifully reported the day's schedule. "The opening ceremony for the leisure season is today. Lady Ningguang hopes you can attend."

Liyue Harbor's central square, once a wide-open space, was now occupied by an exceptionally magnificent stage.

The stage was grand and imposing, as though it had been transported from a fairy tale, inspiring awe in all who saw it.

Colorful flags of every kind fluttered around the stage, dancing merrily in the breeze as though welcoming every guest.

Their bright, varied colors complemented the splendor of the stage, creating a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

Meanwhile, crowds surged through the square like a tide.

People came from every direction and gathered there to witness the grand occasion together.

Their faces lit up with excited, expectant smiles as they chatted among themselves. Laughter rose and fell, filling the square with life and energy.

At the very center of the stage stood a towering platform, and Ningguang stood atop it.

She wore a long white dress embroidered with golden thread. The magnificent garment shone brilliantly in the sunlight, as though her entire body were enveloped in a golden glow.

Her beauty and nobility were impossible to overlook, making her the focus of everyone's attention.

"Is that the envoy from Inazuma?"

"He's so handsome..."

"I heard even Lady Ningguang thinks highly of him..."

The whispers around him kept drifting into his ears. Standing in the VIP section, Baichen felt countless curious gazes upon him.

Suddenly, one sharp gaze caught his attention. Keqing stood nearby with her arms crossed, her purple catlike eyes slightly narrowed.

"Are you having fun?" She walked over, her tone unfriendly. "That woman Yelan hasn't done anything to you, has she?"

Baichen instinctively touched his lips. "N-no, nothing..."

Keqing snorted. "Stay away from her. That woman is even more dangerous than Ningguang."

She handed Baichen a flyer. "I'm giving a lecture on land planning this afternoon. You can come listen if you're interested."

[Keqing's affection +3%, currently 21%]

After the opening ceremony, Ningguang personally escorted Baichen around the leisure season's various exhibition areas.

She held on to Baichen's arm the entire time, drawing frequent glances from passersby.

"That's the Stardust Chamber of Commerce's jewelry exhibition." Ningguang pointed to a dazzling display. "If you're interested, you can pick out a few pieces to take back to Inazuma."

In front of the display, a purple-haired young woman wearing a monocle was polishing a gemstone.

When she saw Ningguang, she bowed respectfully. "Lady Ningguang."

"This is Xingxi, the current president of the Stardust Chamber of Commerce," Ningguang introduced her. "Her family's gemstones are famous throughout Teyvat."

Xingxi adjusted her monocle, her gaze lingering on Baichen for a moment. "You must be the honored guest from Inazuma?"

She took out a sapphire brooch. "This would suit you very well."

The gem refracted a dreamlike light in the sun, with what looked like stars swirling within it. Baichen was about to decline, but Ningguang had already taken the brooch and pinned it to his collar.

"Put it on my account," she said, leaving no room for refusal.

[Item acquired: Stardust Sapphire Brooch]

[Effect: charm +10%]

At noon, the two came to Wanmin Restaurant's special booth.

Xiangling was demonstrating her signature specialty, "flame cooking." Her spatula flew through her hand, sending up bursts of flame that drew cheers from the crowd.

"Baichen!" Spotting a familiar face, Xiangling waved excitedly. "Try my new dish!"

She presented a beautifully arranged dish shaped like a blooming lotus. Its petals were made from slices of fish as thin as cicada wings, and at its center was a translucent shrimp ball.

"This dish is called 'Water and Sky Glaze'!" Xiangling announced proudly. "It's made with the freshest seafood in Liyue!"

Ningguang elegantly took a bite, a flicker of surprise crossing her eyes. "You've controlled the heat well."

Praised by the Tianquan, Xiangling flushed with delight. "Baichen, if you like it, I can make it for you every day!"

[Xiangling's affection +4%, currently 26%]

[Note: conveying affection through cooking]

The afternoon's activities were even more varied.

Baichen first attended Keqing's lecture on Liyue's urban planning, then enjoyed an opera performance by Yun Jin.

Toward evening, Ganyu suggested going to the harbor to watch the sunset.

"Liyue's sunsets over the sea are the most beautiful," she said softly. "Especially from Yujing Terrace."

Yujing Terrace was Liyue Harbor's highest viewing platform, offering a view of the entire harbor.

As the sun sank in the west, the sea turned gold and red, and the sight of countless sails returning to port was spectacular.

Ganyu leaned against the railing, the evening glow reflected in her coral-colored eyes. "Actually... there's a question I've always wanted to ask you."

She hesitated. "Do Inazuma's Thunder Sakura really attract lightning, like the legends say?"

Baichen shook his head. "Only Ei... the Raiden Shogun can summon thunderstorms. Ordinary Thunder Sakura only give off a faint Electro aura."

Ganyu looked thoughtful. "That's a little like my qilin blood..." She suddenly realized she had let something slip and hurriedly changed the subject. "Ah! The sun has completely set!"

[Ganyu's affection +3%, currently 29%]

[Note: sharing a little secret]

By the time they returned to Yanshang Teahouse, it was late at night.

Yelan was tallying the accounts behind the counter. When she saw Baichen return, a meaningful smile curved her lips.

"Did you have fun?" She came around the counter and gently tipped up Baichen's chin with a finger. "Your lips look much better..."

Ganyu warily stepped between them. "Miss Yelan, please conduct yourself properly."

Unbothered, Yelan produced an exquisite sachet from her sleeve as if by magic. "It's for calming the nerves. You should have use for it tonight."

She gave him a pointed wink.

[Item acquired: Yelan's Calming Sachet]

[Effect: resists hypnotic substances]

Ganyu insisted on escorting Baichen back to the Jade Chamber, but Ningguang sent word that an emergency meeting had been called and the guest room was temporarily unavailable.

"Looks like you'll have to stay here with me again tonight~" Yelan said with a smile. "

Don't worry, there won't be any more 'mosquitoes' this time."

After much hesitation, Ganyu finally relented. "I'll come pick you up first thing tomorrow morning.

"She spoke sternly to Yelan. "Please ensure Mr. Baichen's safety."

In the stillness of the night, Baichen lay in the second-floor guest room of the teahouse, tossing and turning, unable to sleep.

Outside the window, moonlight flowed like water, coating the room in a silvery glow.

System, do you think Yelan will come again tonight?

[Analyzing...]

[Probability: 87%]

[Recommendation: Stay alert]

[Otherwise, if you lose your chastity, you might never get it back]

As if in response to his thoughts, the door was gently pushed open.

Yelan stood in the doorway in a silk nightgown, holding a cup of hot tea:

"Can't sleep?" She walked over and sat on the edge of the bed. "Have some calming tea."

Baichen cautiously declined to take it. "Last night... did you kiss me?"

Yelan let out a soft laugh. "You finally asked?"

She set down the teacup and leaned closer. "That's right, and..."

Her red lips nearly brushed Baichen's. "I want to kiss you again."

Just as their lips were about to touch, a faint sound suddenly came from outside the window.

Yelan straightened up warily. "Who's there?"

A dark figure flashed past the window with astonishing speed. Yelan hurried over to it, but saw only a feather drifting down.

"Strange..." she murmured with a frown. "Could it be..."

Baichen came to her side. "What's wrong?"

Yelan shook her head, then suddenly turned and pinned him against the wall. "Forget it."

"No one's going to disturb us tonight..."

[Actually, the author wants to say a few things. Isn't what I'm writing derivative fanfiction? Why care so much about the original plot in fanfiction?

If you want the original plot, wouldn't it be better to play Genshin Impact or read something else instead of wasting your time on my book?

And if the plot were exactly the same, could it even be called fanfiction? So anyone who thinks the plot is different from the original can stop reading here.

Thanks for your cooperation. And while I'm at it, thanks again to the readers who stayed because they enjoy my book. The author will kowtow a few times for you here (

The author is counting on you!)]

Oh, right, and thanks to the big shot Little Silly Furina for the big gift, qwq. I, the author, will give you a separate kowtow ()