Travel through Teyvat and spend your life with Linghua

By the time the kite was finished, it was already noon, and Yaoyao's stomach was the first to make a "gurgling" protest.

Yaoyao touched her stomach sheepishly and muttered softly, "Why am I so hungry all of a sudden?"

Shuili also echoed: "Yeah, after a busy morning, I feel like I can eat a whole cow now!"

"I'm really hungry, and the wind isn't strong on the mountain right now," Xinyang looked up at the sky. "No one has lived here for several months, and there's no food stored. Why don't we go down the mountain and find a place to eat in Liyue Harbor today?

Yaoyao suggested: "Then let's go to Wanmin Hall. Master said that Wanmin Hall is very busy recently. I haven't seen Senior Sister Xiangling for a long time. I want to go and see her."

When everyone heard Yaoyao's suggestion, they all thought it was a good idea. After packing up the kites and tools, the group walked down the mountain along the winding mountain road.

Soon, everyone arrived at Wanmin Hall. Even before entering, the bustling sounds of the place filled the air. A constant stream of diners arrived at the entrance, and waiters were weaving through the crowd, carrying steaming dishes.

Yaoyao took the lead, rushing into the store happily and shouting loudly: "Sister Xiangling!"

Xiangling, who was busy in front of the stove, turned around when she heard the sound, and a surprised smile instantly appeared on her face: "Oh, it's Yaoyao! There are so many friends here, come and sit down!" As Xiangling said this, she took off her apron and greeted them enthusiastically.

"Xiangling, long time no see!" Xinyang greeted with a smile.

"That's right. How come you have time to come to my place today?" Xiangling asked curiously while arranging seats for everyone.

Yaoyao quickly answered, "We got hungry from making kites, so we came to Wanmin Hall to find something delicious and see you!"

After everyone was seated, Xiangling swiftly handed over the menu. "You must try these new dishes I've come up with today. I guarantee you'll rave about them," she recommended confidently.

Xianyun took the menu and handed it to Yaoyao: "Then please ask Yaoyao, who finished making the kite first, to order for us."

Yaoyao's eyes lit up. She took the menu with both hands, sitting up straight, her face full of seriousness. She moved her fingers slowly across the menu, muttering to herself, "Sister Xiangling said the new dishes are great, let's order one! Brother Xinyang likes boiled fish just like me, and Sister Linghua and Sister Shenhe like something lighter, so let's have the lotus seed and poultry egg custard. And Qiqi wants almond tofu, don't forget that. Emmm... what do Aunt Xianyun and Sister Ganyu like to eat?"

Xianyun smiled and said, "The dishes Yaoyao ordered all sound delicious. I'll have a plate of stir-fried seasonal vegetables. It's refreshing."

Ganyu thought for a moment and said softly, "I think stir-fried seasonal vegetables are good too."

Yaoyao carefully memorized the names of the dishes, then continued looking at the menu and said, "What about Sister Shuili and Sister Xiaogong?"

Shuili's eyes curved as she smiled and said, "I'd like to have a serving of crab roe tofu and some golden shrimp balls."

Xiao Gong smiled and said, "There are already quite a few dishes. I just arrived in Liyue, so I don't know what dishes are delicious. I'll just listen to Yaoyao."

After hearing what Xiao Gong said, Yaoyao confirmed the menu again, then handed it to Xiangling and said crisply, "Senior Sister Xiangling, these are the dishes. Thank you for your hard work!

Xiangling took notes and said with a smile, "No problem, leave it to me! I guarantee everyone will be satisfied with the meal." After that, she rushed into the kitchen and started working.

After ordering, everyone started chatting. Shen He looked at the lively scene in the restaurant and said softly, "The atmosphere here is very warm and welcoming." Gan Yu nodded and said with a smile, "Yes, every time I come to Wanmin Hall, I feel very close to it."

"Why do I always feel like I've forgotten something?" Xinyang thought, stroking his chin.

"By the way, aren't we going back to Ao Zang Mountain to help Xiao Gong gather inspiration?"

Xianyun clapped his hands. "Oh, how could I have forgotten about this? Xiaogong, I was negligent just now. Is there anything else you want to do?"

Xiao Gong waved his hand. "It's just gathering inspiration. Anything is fine, just like when we made kites. When we're all having fun together, inspiration will come naturally. And when we were in the mountains, looking at the rolling hills, the drifting clouds, and the bits and pieces of kite making, I already had some preliminary ideas for the shape of the fireworks."

Shuili's eyes lit up, and she asked curiously, "Tell me quickly, what is your idea?"

Xiao Palace kept it a secret: "Keep it a secret and we'll reveal it during the Lantern Festival."

When everyone heard that Xiaogong was going to keep it a secret, they all raised a cry of "protest".

Yaoyao tugged at Xiaogong's sleeve and said coquettishly, "Sister Xiaogong, just tell us. I'm really curious."

Xiao Gong smiled and patted Yaoyao's head. "No, no, if I tell you now, there won't be any surprises when the fireworks are set off during the Lantern Festival. You'll just have to wait and see."

Xiangling came out of the kitchen carrying the last few dishes. "I heard you guys say there's going to be fireworks during the Lantern Festival. Wanmin Hall will definitely be bustling with activity then, and maybe even attract more customers to enjoy the food." As she spoke, Xiangling placed the dishes on the table one by one. "Come on, everyone, stop talking and try my dishes to see if they suit your taste."

Everyone's attention was instantly drawn to the delicious food on the table. Yaoyao couldn't wait to pick up a piece of boiled fish and put it in her mouth. Her eyes suddenly lit up: "Wow, the boiled fish made by Senior Sister Xiangling is still so delicious, spicy and numb, so fragrant!"

Shuili also picked up a golden shrimp ball and took a bite. The crispy skin and tender shrimp meat intertwined in her mouth, creating a wonderful taste. She couldn't help but exclaim: "Xiangling, this golden shrimp ball is absolutely amazing. The taste is so rich and layered."

Linghua gently scooped a spoonful of lotus seed and egg custard. The delicate soup melted in her mouth. She smiled and said, "This soup is light and refreshing, and the flavor is just right."

As everyone savored the delicious food, they praised Xiangling's cooking skills. During the meal, they also talked about various interesting stories and traditional customs of the Hai Lantern Festival, with laughter and joy.

After dinner, Xiangling cleared the dishes and came over to ask, "What are you planning to do next? Are you going to start preparing for the fireworks right away, or are you going to rest for a while?"

"The General Affairs Department has already arranged my schedule for the next few days. I'm afraid the next time we meet will be during the Lantern Festival." Xiao Gong said after thinking for a while.

Xin Yang said, "The Lantern Festival is only a few days away. We don't have any other plans these days, so we'll just clean up our house and the store to get ready for the Lantern Festival."