"Why are you here?"

 At this moment, suddenly, a curious female voice came from the side.

 After taking a quick look and discovering that it was Clorinde in military uniform, Lu Li's eyes flashed with realization.

 "I was taking a walk and ended up here. Are you protecting Lady Finina?"

 "Well, she usually comes out for a walk at night, occasionally petting a kitten like she's doing now, or going out to pet a Bulgemon." Clorinde glanced at Funina, who was still happily petting the cat, then looked at Lu Li and said softly, "Just keep your distance. I can't allow you to get too close. Also, please don't tell anyone about meeting Lady Funina here at night. I don't want to be harassed by a bunch of tabloid reporters at night."

 Lu Li nodded slightly, and then looked at Fu Nina's back and said softly: "Our Lord God is really full of childlike innocence. He looks like a lovely girl."

 "I feel that way sometimes, but I get used to it after seeing it so often," Clorinde said calmly. "You should go to the Opikle Opera House more often. If you see Lady Funina display her majesty there more often, you might not have this perception now."

 Lu Li nodded slightly, and then said softly at this moment: "My identity is a bit sensitive, so I'd better leave for now, Clorinde, and we'll contact each other later. Also, regarding my cultivation progress, my level has improved a lot now."

 "Is that so? Then come over when I'm free to test your level, and then I'll give you some targeted training."

 Clorinde was a little surprised, then nodded slightly and spoke softly at this moment.

 Lu Li nodded and was about to say goodbye and leave, but at this moment, Funina, who had just finished petting the cat and turned back to look for Clorinde and was about to go back, also saw Lu Li who was about to say goodbye and leave.

 She walked forward and stood in front of the two of them. Her beautiful eyes looked at Lu Li curiously at this moment, and then asked with some doubt: "Who are you? You are not from the security team, right?"

 "Good evening, Lady Finina." Since he had already been seen, he certainly couldn't leave now. After bowing slightly as a sign of respect, Lu Li said sincerely, "I'm just a commoner passing by. I just happened to have the honor of meeting you."

 After looking Lu Li up and down for a long moment, Fu Nina said softly, "Well, you are from Liyue, right?"

 "Yes, but I grew up in Fontaine," Lu Li said softly, "so this makeup now has a typical Fontaine style."

 "So that's it..."

 Finina nodded, then looked at Clorinde and signaled with her eyes. The latter immediately knew what to do now.

 At this moment, she said softly, "Lady Funina, his name is Lu Li, he is my friend, born in the Bufadi Mansion. Although his identity is somewhat special, he is a person who can keep secrets."

 "Lu Li...Buffati Mansion, that's not Zhidong...I see..."

 At this moment, Funina raised her fist and clapped her hands, pretending to understand something. She looked at the young man in front of her with some curiosity. "A Liyue native who was adopted by Zhidong and raised in Fontaine? That's quite an interesting identity. I was very curious when I heard about it before... If I remember correctly, it seems that someone from the Buffati Mansion also helped in this serial disappearance case, which is why it went so smoothly."

 "It's just a little effort."

 Lu Li said softly.

 As the water goddess, it was natural for Funina and her Shadow Chaser to report the entire process of the case to her in detail. It was also natural for them to know what Lu Li had done. Therefore, Lu Li was not surprised.

 "Hehe, you've been quite helpful, so there's no need to be modest," said Funina, putting her hands on her hips. "Also, since you're Clorinde's friend, there's no need to be so reserved. If there's anything you need help with, I allow you to come to Mumang Palace and ask for my assistance. Of course, this is just one chance."

 Lu Li and Clorinde looked at each other, and the latter nodded helplessly at this moment.

 Ever since she became Lady Finina's bodyguard, she has been deeply impressed by the god's eccentric personality.

 Although she was quite helpless about this, Clorinde did not dare to have any thoughts of overstepping the boundaries.

 Seeing this, knowing that Lady Funina had really given him such an opportunity, Lu Li's expression became a little subtle. Then, he bowed slightly and said respectfully, "I understand. Thank you Lady Funina for your generosity!"

 At this moment, when Lu Li was about to look up, he found that the person in front of him suddenly stretched out a hand.

 The soft hand wearing black half-covered silk gloves was suspended in front of Lu Li. It was obvious that this was a signal from Funina.

 Lu Li was slightly stunned, but he quickly understood what he should do.

 He came forward and gently brushed his lips against the back of Funina's hand.

 After a kiss as a courtesy, he stood up and walked away.

 Following the gazes of Fernina and Clorinde, he respectfully said goodbye and left.

 Chapter 37: Alechino's Second Invitation

 After a busy whole day, at this moment, Lu Li, who had returned to the Buffati Mansion, just wanted to lie down on the bed and fall asleep.

 However, things went against his wishes. Not long after he returned to his room, someone outside knocked on the door.

 Lu Li, who was just about to lie down and have a good rest, had no choice but to walk over and open the door. He was a little surprised when he saw the person who came.

 "Linnet, why are you here?"

 "I thought you were staying over at Sister Qianzhi's place again. I was surprised to see you back, so I came to look for you."

 Linnet said calmly.

 Lu Li's body trembled, and he quickly made way for Linnet to come in, then closed the door and said embarrassedly.

 "Um...Linette, do you already know this?"

 "Well, Sister Qianzhi told me about this when she was repairing my magic hat..."

 Looking at Linnet who cast a dark gaze at him after he finished speaking, Lu Li felt a wave of embarrassment and the humiliation of being caught. "Sorry..."

 "Humph, I see you're enjoying it, pulling it back and forth between me and Sister Qianzhi. If Sister Qianzhi hadn't told me before, how long would you have kept it a secret..."

 Linnet asked dissatisfiedly, crossing her arms over her chest.

 In response to this, Lu Li said somewhat helplessly: "There must be time to adapt. I don't want to do this either, but if I tell you, you must be prepared. Otherwise, what if you don't agree..."

 Linnet was slightly stunned, and then her cute face pouted in anger. "Okay, so you really want that... Sister Qianzhi said to start a harem, right?"

 Lu Li suddenly felt even more embarrassed. At this moment, he reached out and gently held Linnet's hand, saying softly, "I'm sorry, but I don't want to give up on either you or Qianzhi..."

 "...What a disgusting statement, you bastard..."

 After trying to pull her hands away but failing to free her soft hands from Lu Li's grasp, Linnet muttered softly.

 Although there was no direct response, it was obvious that Linnet's attitude actually said it all.

 At this moment, Lu Li released his hand, slowly approached Linnet and held her in his arms.

 Although the girl was a little embarrassed and still tried to resist by pushing Lu Li's chest muscles, this force seemed like a cute act of coquettishness to Lu Li.

 Feeling Linnet's soft and petite body, Lu Li leaned over and kissed the corner of Linnet's lips completely, ending her attempt to resist.

 After a long while, when they were almost suffocating each other, Lu Li finally left.

 Seeing Linnet blushing, her cat tail twitching, and even her cute ears reddening, Lu Li reached out and gently cupped her adorable little face. He whispered, "Because no one wants to give up, I want to share the responsibility... Linnet, can you accept me like this?"

 Linnet, blushing and still recovering from the afterglow, hummed softly and left Lu Li's embrace, "I...I need to think about it..."

 Watching Linnet fleeing from her room, Lu Li scratched his head, and then the corners of his mouth curled up slightly.

 At least there was no rejection, which means that if they agreed, it would only be a matter of time.

 anyway...

 At this moment, Lu Li suddenly thought of the similarities between Qianzhi, Linnet and Xiawolei.

 That is, although it is very soft, it is really childish...

 Although she is almost the same age as Navia and Clorinde, her figures are so different...

 Although the feeling of getting started is very good, it still makes people feel confused...

 Reaching out and rubbing his brow, Lu Li decided not to think about these rude things at this moment.

 It's getting late now, and it's time to have a good rest.

 However, even though Lu Li thought so, when he was about to lie down on the bed again, the knock on the door rang out again.

 Feeling helpless, Lu Li had to stand up again to open the door. However, when he saw that the person coming was Lin Ni, his body suddenly stiffened.

 No...right after I took advantage of the other person's sister, the brother came straight to me?

 Looking at Lu Li, who looked a little strange, Lin Ni, who didn't doubt him, was a little confused. "Um, did I disturb you, Lu Li?"

 "No, no... Linny, what do you want to see me for? Do you want to come in?"

 "No need," Linnie said seriously after shaking his head, "I'll just say a word and leave."

 "Lu Li, father is back and wants to see you."

 Lu Li was slightly stunned, then nodded solemnly, "I understand, I'll go now."

 After finishing his conversation with Lu Li, Lin Ni was about to turn around and leave, but then he seemed to think of his sister's unusual behavior in the past few days. He paused and looked at him curiously, "By the way, Lu Li, has my sister looked for you recently?"

 "Hey... why are you asking this suddenly?" Lu Li asked awkwardly.

 "Nothing, it's just that she's been acting a little strange since we last came out of the bottom of the sea," Linny rubbed his chin. "This hasn't happened before, so I came to see you to see what you think."

 "Well, I think

 You can relax a little, Linnet is still the same Linnet, very well behaved, isn't she?"

 Hearing this, Lin Ni raised his eyebrows in confusion. After scratching his head, he said uncertainly, "Very good... Yeah, that reminds me. I can go ask what's going on. Okay, Lu Li, thank you. See you tomorrow!"

 Seeing this cheap brother-in-law waving goodbye and leaving, Lu Li's expression became a little subtle.

 So...if Linnet agreed, what about Linnie?

 His sister has become someone else's harem. As a brother, it is impossible for him not to feel shocked and angry, right?

 Put yourself in their shoes. If your own sister were to become someone else's harem with other girls...

 He would definitely be furious, right?

 It's like returning home relaxed after the college entrance examination only to find out that your dear sister is having an affair with a yellow-haired guy.

 When he thought of this, Lu Li took a deep breath and rubbed his face with his hand.

 Then he let out a long sigh.

 Forget it. If Linny really comes to his house in anger because of this, he decides to accept it and let his brother-in-law beat him up.

 A man's commitment and accountability are demonstrated in this kind of situation.

 Shaking his head and not thinking any more, Lu Li walked towards the stairs.

 Alechino has actually returned from the winter solstice, and wants to see him now, so there is no time to delay and he must go to see her.

 Is he going to report the specific details and gains of this operation, or something else...

 Thinking of the several times he had faced Arecino alone, Lu Li's body stiffened.

 Hopefully... this won't happen again.

 Lu Li had complicated thoughts in his mind.

 Chapter 38 Alechino: "I am very angry"

 "Knock knock..."

 As the knock on the door rang out, a calm female voice suddenly rang out from the room, "Come in."

 After hearing the familiar voice and confirming that it was Alechino who had returned, Lu Li, who was standing at the door, slowly opened the door and walked in.

 The first thing that caught his eye was a dignified silver-haired beauty standing by the window with her back to him, immersed in the soft night light.

 She held the goblet in her hand and shook the bright red liquid inside slightly. After noticing that Lu Li had arrived, she turned her head to look at him.

 After bowing slightly to show his respect, Lu Li cautiously walked to the table and asked curiously, "Father, you're back... Is there anything important you need me to do?"

 "Well, I just got back today, and I heard from others about what you've been up to these past few days." Alechino sat down, motioning Lu Li to sit down as well, and said softly, "Well done! It seems your connections have really played a significant role, but I was wrong."

 "It was only because everyone was kind-hearted and had a common goal that this was possible. However, we didn't gain much from this matter. I think it was due to my poor handling."

 "It doesn't matter," Alechino said calmly, "As long as the two people above know, it's fine. They've already accepted this favor, so naturally, they'll think about it and repay it when the time comes."

 Lu Li was slightly stunned, and then immediately thought of who the two people Alechino mentioned should be...

 The current water goddess, Furninna, and the supreme judge, Navilette...

 Lu Li pondered for a moment, then said softly, "Speaking of this, Father, because the Bufadi Mansion played a very important role in this incident, by chance, Funina gave me the opportunity to meet her and promised to fulfill one of my wishes in return..."

 "Oh? There is such a thing?"

 Alechino raised her eyebrows slightly, "So, she can fulfill any wish?"

 "It shouldn't be that exaggerated. After all, the other party is a god, so he should still have some persistence and bottom line."

 Lu Li seemed to have thought of Alechino's idea and spoke quickly at this moment.

 "Of course, but you should be able to do some basic research, right? I didn't expect that among the children of Hearth House, there would be someone who could be so close to her, and it was you..."

 As Alecino spoke, she came in front of him and held Lu Li's face with her hands, "That's really good news."

 Feeling the coolness of her fingertips, Lu Li pursed his lips and nodded slightly, "Hmm... Do you want me to try to gain that person's trust?"

 "Well, secondly, let's investigate," Alechino leaned over and whispered in Lu Li's ear, "Where is the Water God's Heart?"

 His ears felt a little itchy, but Lu Li didn't dare to shake them now.

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