"As long as nothing's wrong."
Diluc nodded slightly and resumed the music.
This place would be his main business from now on, after all.
He certainly didn't want anyone causing trouble here.
As the music started again, the guests resumed dancing.
They had all come here to relax.
Naturally, nobody wanted unnecessary problems.
Looking at the stubborn Abyss Mage, Aether felt a headache coming on.
He never expected that the usually respectful mage would be this serious about the matter.
Though helpless, Aether also felt a bit touched.
Having such a loyal subordinate was a blessing.
But surely he could relax a little, right?
"How about this—try it for yourself. If it's not fun, we'll go back."
Aether sighed.
If he ordered the mage to leave, the mage would obey immediately.
But with such a loyal subordinate, he didn't want to scold him.
"Understood, Your Highness."
The Abyss Mage nodded.
In his opinion, this whole thing was pure decadence.
There was no way he would enjoy it.
However…
A few minutes later—
"Your Highness, this dancing is amazing!"
The Abyss Mage shook his head wildly while shouting excitedly to Aether.
Moving along with the music felt incredible!
It was like his soul was about to ascend.
"So… still think it's corrupting ambition?"
Aether asked with a grin.
"Your Highness is wise. I was ignorant."
The Abyss Mage immediately changed his stance.
No one would guess he had been the one opposing it the most earlier.
"Sigh… this master and servant pair…"
Watching this scene, Dainsleif let out a long sigh.
Having dealt with the Abyss for so many years, he naturally recognized the mage.
Just moments ago he had been firmly opposing Aether's dancing.
Yet now he was even more enthusiastic than Aether.
"Wait… if we brought Abyss Mages and Abyss Heralds here…"
A sudden thought appeared in Dainsleif's mind.
The more he thought about it, the more plausible it seemed.
The nightclub had so many entertaining things.
And who knew what interesting rewards might appear from Boss Han's shop in the future?
If the entire Abyss Order experienced this…
Maybe they would all get addicted.
Eventually, they might lose their fighting spirit.
Just like this Abyss Mage.
If that really worked—it would be defeating the enemy without fighting.
No more confrontation needed.
"I'll persuade Aether to lure the Abyss Order here sometime."
Thinking of the possibilities, Dainsleif's eyes lit up.
He might have just found a new strategy against the Abyss.
Meanwhile…
At Solace Book House.
Everyone had just finished dinner.
"Ahh, that was amazing! If only I could eat like this every day!"
Paimon leaned back in her chair, rubbing her belly happily.
Being able to eat delicious food and drink tasty beverages every day—that kind of life was pure happiness.
"You might get the chance."
Han Feng smiled slightly.
Then he stood up and walked toward the upstairs room.
He planned to wash up.
Before leaving, he winked at Lumine and said with a smile:
"By the way, Lumine—there's a cat in my room that can do somersaults. You can come take a look later."
"A cat that can do somersaults? When did Boss Han start raising a cat?"
Paimon looked puzzled as she watched him leave.
If there really were a cat, she should know about it.
"Could it be that purple cat Keqing turned into?"
Paimon muttered.
If that were the case, Boss Han was hiding a beauty in his house.
"I—I'm going upstairs!"
Lumine suddenly stood up, her face bright red, her speech stumbling.
She understood immediately what Han Feng meant.
Keqing had already left earlier.
So there was no way she could be the "cat" in his room.
Which meant the identity of the "cat" was obvious.
After greeting the two briefly, Lumine hurried upstairs.
"Huh? Lumine's going to her room so early?"
Paimon blinked in confusion.
"Did you forget Lumine's promise?"
Noelle said with a smile while cleaning the table.
"Oh right! I almost forgot!"
Paimon suddenly shouted.
Before dinner she had remembered it.
But once the food arrived, she forgot everything.
"If Lumine's going upstairs now, she must be changing into the cat-ear outfit. I have to hurry and record it!"
Paimon immediately grabbed the camera and rushed upstairs.
Noelle could only smile and shake her head.
Two hours later…
Night had grown deep.
After finishing cleaning the shop, Noelle also returned to her room to rest.
Inside Lumine's room—
Lumine had already finished changing.
She wore a white cat-ear outfit, which matched her adorable appearance perfectly.
Just looking at her made people's hearts flutter.
Paimon lay on the bed excitedly playing with the camera.
She had taken many photos of Lumine earlier.
From every possible angle.
Perfect for appreciating later.
Seeing Lumine sitting nervously on the bed, Paimon teased her.
"Lumine, you still haven't gone yet. Are you nervous?"
"N-no! Don't talk nonsense! I'm just… waiting for Boss Han to finish washing up."
Lumine said, blushing.
"But it's already been two hours."
Paimon looked speechless.
Even the longest bath should be done by now.
"F-fine… I'll go now. I'll come back soon."
Lumine gathered her courage and stood up.
"Hehe, go ahead! Let Boss Han know my Lumine is no worse than Keqing!"
Paimon sat up and laughed.
"Oh, and come back early! I'll wait for you so we can sleep together."
"Mm."
Lumine nodded shyly and left the room.
Two hours later…
"Why hasn't Lumine come back yet?"
Paimon yawned while staring at the empty room.
She had waited so long that she was exhausted.
"Forget it… I'll sleep first. I won't wait for her anymore."
With another yawn, Paimon flopped onto the bed.
The bed was soft and comfortable.
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