It was nearing dusk outside, and a gentle breeze brought a refreshing coolness.
This was indeed a good time for a date.
It was also Ye Xiao and Sona's first date in the true sense.
The streets at dusk were filled with men and women, just like Ye Xiao and Sona, all chatting and laughing as they walked, making it quite lively.
Sona's small face was slightly flushed, and she held onto Ye Xiao's arm.
Looking at the golden sky, she turned to look at the guy she liked.
"So, Xiao Jun, who invited me on this date, where are you planning to take me?"
Hearing Sona's words, Ye Xiao frowned slightly and began to ponder.
This date was merely an impulse from last night.
But he couldn't let Sona down.
A certain patriarch surnamed Lu once said:
The train moves forward; where it goes is not important, what matters is the scenery along the way.
Similarly, where they went on the date wasn't important; what mattered was the process of his date with Sona.
Ye Xiao didn't hesitate and pulled Sona, running.
"Xiao, where are we going?"
"It's not important, what's important is that we're happy."
Their movements attracted the attention of those around them.
The people around looked at the young couple and all showed kind smiles.
For this date, everywhere their eyes could see was their destination.
As they ran, they arrived at a snack street.
Colorful lights appeared before their eyes, and the enticing aroma of various snacks permeated the air.
"Sona, this is our first stop!"
Ye Xiao said, pulling Sona inside, where a variety of snacks were laid out before them.
Ye Xiao looked at Sona, "What do you want to eat?"
Sona tilted her head in thought, then looked at Ye Xiao with a smile, "I want to try everything, I'll leave the rest to you."
"No problem."
Sona let go of Ye Xiao's hand and walked ahead, Ye Xiao smiled at her cheerful steps and followed behind her.
He watched Sona holding a taiyaki, blowing on the hot steam.
Ye Xiao began to record his beautiful life: cute Sona photo +1. He could share it with Serafall later.
Sona took a small bite of the taiyaki in her hand.
A crispy outer shell, and soft, glutinous red bean filling.
This made Sona's eyes light up.
She then held it out to Ye Xiao's mouth.
"Xiao, it's delicious."
"Mm, it's pretty good."
Ye Xiao took a direct bite. The taste was good, and it tasted best fresh out of the oven.
Next was Ye Xiao's life as a human trash can.
Whether it was delicious or not, Sona gave the rest to Ye Xiao, which made Ye Xiao feel pretty good about it.
Stopping and going, they ate many things.
Then they found a dessert shop.
Upon entering, a sweet aroma wafted towards them. Ye Xiao and Sona found a window seat.
Looking at the lively scenery outside the window, they felt quite good.
A diligent waiter came over to ask what they would like to eat.
"Hmm~ one strawberry cake, and a cup of coffee."
"Please bring me a glass of juice."
The waiter noted their order and left.
Soon after, their ordered desserts and drinks were served.
Sona looked at the exquisite strawberry cake in front of her, her eyes sparkling. She picked up a small fork, cut a small piece, and put it into her mouth, a satisfied expression on her face.
"Xiao, you try some too."
Saying that, she cut another piece and offered it to Ye Xiao's mouth.
Ye Xiao opened his mouth and ate it. The sweet strawberries and soft cake spread in his mouth; it was indeed good.
"It's good, Sona, you eat it."
Ye Xiao drank his juice, looking at the girl eating cake in front of him, and smiled slightly.
After finishing their desserts, they paid the bill.
Their journey was not over yet; they headed to their next destination.
Time passed little by little.
The sky grew dim, and the streets became even livelier.
"It looks like there's a temple fair, Sona, are you interested?"
"A temple fair? Let's go take a look."
"Let's go."
Ye Xiao and Sona walked towards the temple fair plaza.
Due to the temple fair, an incredibly large number of people attended that night.
Ye Xiao held Sona's hand, carving a path through the crowded flow of people. Sona's lips curved upwards as she watched Ye Xiao, holding her hand and clearing a path for her.
How long had it been since they had enjoyed themselves like this?
Ever since she learned she was the next head of the House of Sitri, Sona had been busy with tasks and rarely had time to go out and play.
Let alone like today, having a whole day of pure fun.
Time passed little by little.
The temple fair was nearing its end, and people were slowly leaving the fair.
But Ye Xiao and Sona were still fishing for goldfish.
Ye Xiao looked at Sona, who was using a paper net to fish for goldfish, smiled, and stood by, quietly watching.
As Ye Xiao was lost in thought.
The sky suddenly darkened, and everything around seemed to have paused in time.
"What's going on?"
Ye Xiao frowned. Was there an enemy?
Holy shit!
They just had to cause trouble at this crucial moment.
Suddenly, Ye Xiao seemed to sense something.
He turned around directly.
A cute loli with a hat, silver hair, and black eyes stood not far behind him.
Ye Xiao quickly recognized this person.
The Disobedient God—Athena.
Shouldn't she be in Rome? Why did she come to Sakura?
Oh right, Erica seemed to have gone back to retrieve the gorgon stone, right?
Hiss~
That makes sense then.
At this moment, Athena spoke.
"Are you a Godslayer?"
"A devil? How marvelous, a hybrid just like me."
(PS: The Disobedient God Athena is a trinity of Athena, Medusa, and Metis, which is why she speaks of being a devil yet also a Godslayer.)
Ye Xiao was a bit helpless; he wasn't Kusanagi Godou.
"Are you here for the 'Serpent,' Athena?"
Athena, who had originally intended to put on an act, was clearly startled. Why would a mere devil know what she wanted, and also know her name?
Thinking this, Athena prepared for battle.
"Alright, I'm not interested in you. I only kill the Disobedient Gods I want to kill, and Disobedient Gods who disrupt human lives."
Listening to Ye Xiao's words, Athena fell silent.
Looking at Ye Xiao in front of her, she found herself interested in him, but still said aloud:
"A boring fellow."
Then she disappeared.
"I didn't expect it, didn't expect it, Athena actually came to my territory. But if it comes to a real fight, let's do it in Fuyuki City.
After all, gas explosions happen there often."
As Athena left, the surrounding illusion also returned to normal.
"What's wrong, Xiao?" Sona asked, looking at the dazed Ye Xiao.
"Nothing, do you want to keep playing?" Ye Xiao snapped out of it and asked Sona.
"Hmm~ no."
"Then let's go home."
"That won't do either."
"Then you..."
Before he could finish, Ye Xiao looked at the shy Sona and instantly understood what she wanted to do.
So, the two found a hotel.
And then helped Sona undergo a transformation.