Washing hair was quite a troublesome matter.
It was not merely about cleansing the body. In the Lawrence family's education, propriety was also extremely important.
First, an ordinary comb was used to remove dust and dandruff from the hair…
Then a specially formulated shampoo made from herbal water was used to clean the hair section by section—first the scalp, and only afterward the strands…
After a long period of cleansing and grooming, little Eula used a soft silk cloth to lightly absorb the remaining moisture from her hair.
She then looked at herself in the mirror, dressed in a yukata, with satisfaction.
Although her hair was not yet dry, this was the perfect time to trouble the old uncle into helping her dry it.
A young girl's little thoughts were always hidden within her attire.
She had spent the afternoon together with the old uncle, but the evening carried a far more intimate atmosphere…
"Eula, you're here. Hm? Your hair isn't dry yet?"
The old uncle's reaction was exactly as she had anticipated. He noticed her still-damp hair at once.
He gently extended his hand beside her head and began manipulating Anemo.
At this moment, she could be very intimate…
Very intimate, letting her cheek rest against the old uncle's broad palm.
She languidly enjoyed the old uncle's gentle wind slowly drying the damp parts of her hair…
The old uncle would never mind this kind of behavior from her.
Once her hair was dry, he would happily pat her head.
"Sticking to me like this—what will you do once you return to Mondstadt?"
The girl gazed at the mature uncle illuminated by the warm lamplight in the night.
"It's precisely because I'm leaving that I want to stay with you a little longer, old uncle…"
Faced with the honest and slightly shy girl, the old uncle naturally could not bring himself to refuse.
"Mm. Then before we part, let's stay together a little longer."
At that moment, however, little Eula also noticed another presence.
Behind the old uncle was a small, adorable pink ornamental fish.
She recognized this cute child—she was Lady Sangonomiya's daughter, and…
she was also one of the objectives of her and the old uncle's trip this time.
Little Eula could not help but sigh at the old uncle's terrifying efficiency when it came to attracting children.
How could he draw children to him so easily?
The girl lightly pinched the old uncle's waist in mild dissatisfaction.
Weren't you supposed to be accompanying me on a stroll?
Are you this thirsty even toward children?
The Kamisato family's little Ayaka and the little Yoimiya of Inazuma City really can't satisfy you?
You just arrived and you're already trying to abduct one—how excessive.
The old uncle simply raised his hands in surrender.
"Little Kokomi was arranged by Lady Sangonomiya to serve as our guide. We could wander around on our own, but having a local's guidance is still better, isn't it?"
Little Eula tilted her head and remained silent, clearly intending for the old uncle to guess what she was thinking.
I was already unhappy when I met your fiery, fluffy little brother who wanted to go adventuring. Now you're adding a child to our evening playtime. My unhappiness has increased by one level.
Hurry up and coax me.
The old uncle understood perfectly. After being travel companions for so long, how could he not?
At times like this one must not say "sorry." One had to say something pleasant, affirm that her anger was justified, proactively praise her, and offer compliments that came from the heart.
"Today's Eula dressed up specially, didn't you? It gives off a very elegant and gentle feeling. You look very beautiful."
At these words, little Eula's face flushed slightly.
The old uncle had also found the perfect way to make amends.
"I see that little Eula is only missing a hairpin to tie up her hair. Watatsumi Island should have some for sale, right? Let this old uncle pick one out for you."