Genshin Impact: It All Began With Me Being Stepped On by Arlecchino

Lu Li's state of mind was incredibly delicate. On one hand, his initial purpose for coming here was simply to ask Chiori for help in making a custom Debt Collector uniform. On the other hand, knowing her current view on relationships, he couldn't just accept this kind of arrangement.

He wasn't losing out, that was true, but as a friend, he didn't want Chiori to be taken advantage of like this. Maybe she didn't see it that way, but with his past life's experience, Lu Li had a certain level of moral standards. He couldn't bring himself to engage in such a casual, irresponsible act with a friend without feeling a burden of guilt.

So, even if Chiori had decided their relationship was one of mutual comfort, Lu Li wasn't willing to leave it at that. But then again, maybe a Chiori like this would be surprisingly magnanimous? Perhaps she would be exceptionally tolerant of him having Lynette and other girls around?

However, at that moment, Chiori, who had been pressing against the entrance of the water curtain cave without getting a response, was getting annoyed.

"Are you going to do it or not? Or did you already finish earlier?" she asked, referring to the time she had brought him to release.

Pulled back to reality, Lu Li saw her annoyed expression and immediately realized how disrespectful and frustrating his hesitation was. He pursed his lips and said softly, "Sorry, I was just thinking about our relationship after this... If we do this, there's no going back, Chiori. Are you sure? It's not too late..."

Chiori looked at him with a helpless and complex expression. "You really think too much. I didn't know you were so indecisive..."

"That's because you're different to me! I can't just see a friend get taken advantage of like this!" Lu Li said, annoyed.

Chiori was silent for a moment, then wrapped her legs around him, her eyes soft. "I know. Mm, but I'm allowing you to take this step forward. This... won't affect our friendship. Is that okay?"

Seeing her calm and expectant face, Lu Li was silent for a moment, then nodded. "Then as you wish. More than friends, less than lovers, right?"

"You always manage to say such interesting things... Who taught you—mmph!"

A sharp pain cut off her words, and tears welled up in her eyes. After a long moment, she took a deep breath and looked at him with a mix of resentment and complexity.

"You bastard... to suddenly do it while I'm talking..."

Feeling the scratches on his back, which had probably broken the skin, Lu Li sighed inwardly. He looked at the羞恼 (xiū nǎo - ashamed and annoyed) Chiori and said softly, "Sorry, but maybe a sudden approach is better for you? Uh... short pain is better than long pain, is that the saying?"

Chiori's eyes were full of resentment. "I'll look it up later. If that's not the saying, you're dead..."

"Mm..." Feeling the all-encompassing, searing pressure, Lu Li murmured, "To be honest, I don't have any experience either... Chiori, do you need more time to adjust?"

The proprietress of Chioriya Boutique was silent for a moment, then shook her head, then nodded. "Just like playing chess, you know what to do, right?"

Chess? Lu Li thought for a moment and understood the speed she wanted. He nodded, and at the same time, he officially began to operate. Even though the channel had been cleared, the first time opening a pipe without proper preparation would be painful for both parties. He didn't want to leave a bad impression on himself or on Chiori.

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Court of Fontaine, Chioriya Boutique

Aieru was diligently writing down a customer's request in her notebook. After finally finishing, she saw the customer out with a smile. Standing at the door, she clutched the notebook to her chest and let out a sigh, then dragged her tired body back inside, muttering to herself, "Strange, what are they discussing that's taking so long? It's been almost two hours. It'll be noon soon, isn't Sister Chiori back yet?"

She looked doubtfully at the open fitting room. If she wasn't mistaken, there must be a secret passage in that room leading to a hidden chamber. No wonder the tabloids always reported that all sorts of people frequented Chioriya Boutique. If that special fitting room was the reason, then everything made sense... But still, Sister Chiori had been gone for a really long time this time.

Aieru sighed, her expression turning serious. No matter what, since she had promised Chiori she would take care of the shop while she was briefly away, she would not slack off. She would remember the clothing requests of all the customers during this time. Her notebook was filled with measurements she had taken herself. So, when Sister Chiori returned, she would know exactly how to make the clothes.

Meanwhile, after the initial pain subsided, Chiori began to understand the true meaning of pleasure. Lu Li might not have seen a pig climb a tree, but he had seen one run. Although he had no practical experience, his mind was filled with memories from the internet. He was able to master this skill to the highest level on his first try.

And so, after the initial discomfort, he was able to provide both himself and Chiori with an extremely high-end experience. The pain flew away, replaced by the power of joy.

Lu Li clenched his jaw, his brow furrowed, breathing heavily. This was all he could do. And Chiori, feeling his intentions, enjoyed the饕餮盛宴 (tāotiè shèngyàn - a gluttonous feast) presented by this master chef like a guest.

After continuously eating, her small stomach was filled. Just as she was about to wave her hand in refusal, unable to eat anymore, it overflowed because she couldn't stop it.

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