Ganyu carried healing ointment with her and immediately took it out to apply to Lu Lin.
Her delicate hands moved gently across his firm chest muscles. A faint fragrance drifted into his nose, and the cool, smooth sensation made Lu Lin inwardly sigh in enjoyment.
Ganyu's face was so red it seemed ready to drip. It was her first time being this close to a boy's body. She felt shy… yet couldn't help being a little curious.
His muscles are really nice…
After quite a bit of fussing, the ointment was finally applied.
"My name is Lu Lin. I'm a traveler passing through Liyue. Thank you for treating my injuries. May I know your name?"
"I'm Ganyu. I currently serve as a secretary at Yuehai Pavilion. I should be the one thanking you—thanks to you for defeating those Hilichurls."
"Well… my clothes are badly damaged. Sister Ganyu, do you know where I can buy new ones?"
Since he had deliberately torn his clothes for realism, he naturally needed to buy replacements.
"That's easy. Follow me!"
They weren't far from Liyue Harbor. Chatting happily along the way, they soon entered the bustling harbor and arrived at the Feiyun Commerce Guild.
The Feiyun Commerce Guild was a giant in Liyue's silk and textile industry, with storefronts selling ready-made clothing.
"Good afternoon, Miss Ganyu. What brings you here today?" A refined-looking young man stood at the entrance reading a book. Seeing Ganyu, he smiled in greeting.
"Good afternoon, Xingqiu. My friend encountered Hilichurls at Mt. Tianheng and his clothes were damaged. We came to buy some new ones."
"This must be your friend? Please, come in!"
Though Lu Lin's clothes were tattered, his bearing was still extraordinary, and Xingqiu warmly invited him inside.
"You ran into Hilichurls at Mt. Tianheng?" After everyone sat down, Xingqiu looked concerned.
"Yes. Do you have any leads?" Ganyu asked seriously.
Mt. Tianheng was close to Yujing Terrace. Normally, Hilichurls wouldn't appear there. That was why she felt safe enough to nap on the mountain.
Yet today they had appeared.
Something was clearly abnormal.
"I don't have any concrete leads. But yesterday, several of our shipments passing through Guili Plains were also attacked by Hilichurls. Recently, monster activity seems unusually rampant."
"That does sound abnormal. I'll inform Yujing Terrace and have them increase patrols."
"That would be good. We'll also strengthen our escorts and share any information promptly."
After discussing the Hilichurl issue, shop attendants brought out more than a dozen outfits.
"These are our store's classic designs. Mr. Lu may take a look," Xingqiu introduced.
"Uh… I'm not very good at picking clothes. Maybe I'll just randomly buy a couple sets."
"I'll help you choose!" Ganyu stepped forward eagerly. With her long life experience and refined taste, her eye for clothing was excellent.
After careful selection, she chose a black, elegant formal outfit.
"Try this one first!"
She took the clothing from the attendant, bit her lip in hesitation, then added softly:
"This outfit is somewhat complicated to wear… I'll help you change."
"Ah?" Lu Lin thought he had misheard.
Ganyu… helping him change clothes?
Ganyu turned her head shyly after speaking. She didn't know why she said it—but he had gotten injured saving her and ruined his clothes. Helping him seemed reasonable.
Seeing him still stunned, she simply took his hand and pulled him into the fitting room.
"P-Please… take off your clothes," she said softly inside.
"This… isn't that inappropriate? Maybe I should do it myself." Lu Lin swallowed.
He wanted to get closer to her—but this pace was beyond expectations.
"It's fine. Just… take off your top."
Her face was flushed crimson.
Lu Lin wasn't the bashful type. Since she insisted, he removed his torn shirt without hesitation.
His firm chest and defined abs were revealed. Ganyu couldn't help sneaking a few glances.
Lu Lin noticed, amused, but didn't expose her. "So… what should I do?"
"This outfit uses Liyue's traditional craftsmanship. The way to wear it is complex. I'll help you and teach you at the same time. Make sure you remember."
As she spoke, she lifted the inner garment and began dressing him.
Her hands sometimes circled his neck, sometimes passed around his waist. While guiding him through each detail, her movements were gentle, her tone soft—like a virtuous wife dressing her husband.
They were nearly pressed together. Her faint fragrance filled his senses, making his heart pound wildly.
Ganyu fared no better. It was her first time standing this close to a man. His warmth felt comforting… almost intoxicating.
Her heart slowly sank into unfamiliar emotions. She even had the urge to lean against his chest. She tensed her body to restrain herself.
When the last button was fastened, the tension in her body suddenly released—but she lost her footing.
Just as she was about to fall, Lu Lin quickly caught her.
"Careful!"
That embrace was like a spark in dry grass.
Ganyu had already been struggling to control her feelings. Now, like a flood breaking through a dam, they surged uncontrollably.
Almost instinctively, she wrapped her arms tightly around his waist, pressing fully into his embrace.
His warmth enveloped her, bringing a sense of indescribable peace.
Lu Lin's feelings were even stronger. As a devoted Ganyu fan, how could he not be moved by the girl he liked personally dressing him, speaking softly, staying so close?
Her graceful figure pressed against him. Even through clothing, the softness was impossible to ignore. His hands circled her slender waist, reluctant to let go.
Neither spoke. They silently enjoyed the quiet warmth, the air thick with deepening intimacy.
Lu Lin restrained himself from going further. They had only just met—moving too fast could ruin everything.
After some time, Ganyu finally regained clarity.
She gently broke free, cheeks burning.
"The clothes are changed. I'll wait outside!"
And like a startled rabbit, she hurried out of the fitting room.