Genshin Impact: I am the Great General of Liyue

"Yanfei, can you think of another way? They've helped Liyue Harbor so much, they really deserve some reward."

"I know, Aunt Ping, you've told me so many times. Although we can't find the Emerald Jade Rock in the Layered Rock Abyss, maybe we can think of another way... Hmm, wait a minute, let me see..."

As she spoke, Yan Fei conjured up a book that was thicker than three bricks out of thin air and began to read it.

Paimon was shocked when he saw the book, which was bigger than his own face.

"Wow... what a thick book! What could possibly be written in it..."

Ignoring Paimon, Yanfei focused on reading.

A few seconds later, the words "Found it" appeared, and Yan Fei stated the direction of the investigation.

"This merchant from the Winter Kingdom named Krosso consulted me about some legal provisions related to rare minerals. He also mentioned wanting to collect some Jadeite to make hairpins and asked me about the related legal risks... saying he wanted to take it back to the Winter Kingdom to sell. Hmm, I'll go find him now. Maybe he's handled Jadeite before, or knows some clues."

Hearing this, Ying nodded and said, "I'll go too."

"Do you want to come along? It's not impossible, but you should just watch from the sidelines and not interfere. It wouldn't be good if you got into any legal trouble."

Seeing this, Huiyuan began to ponder.

(My purpose in accompanying Ying out was to make her happy, not to do these chores.)

Hmm... If Ying wants to help Yanfei, it means her mood has recovered enough to accept adventure quests, so she probably doesn't need me to accompany her...)

After some thought, Huiyuan made a decision and said, "Yingmei, Paimeng, you two go ahead. I'll stay here and chat with Aunt Ping to see if we can add some functions to your Chenge Pot."

Seeing Huiyuan say this, Paimon nodded with a slight regret, then regained his energy and said goodbye.

After Yanfei left with Ying and Paimeng, Huiyuan sat down at the tea table.

Seeing this, Aunt Ping also sat down and started making tea.

"Huiyuan, you said you wanted to add a function to the Dust Song Pot?"

"Hmm... I was thinking, if we could connect her Dust Song Pot space with mine, we could play together even from thousands of miles away. However, I'm not sure if that's possible."

"Is that so? I remember there's a technique that can do that, but that would require even more..."

"No need, Aunt Ping, I've thought of a way."

"Oh? What method?"

"I have something called the 'Anchor Point of All Realms.' Once placed, one can freely travel between anchor points, whether separated by thousands of miles or an entire world."

"I see, haha, okay. Well... when I've finished making the Dust Song Pot, I'll invite you to come and see it."

Bathed in sunlight, enjoying the fragrance of flowers.

After a short while, Huiyuan remembered something, said goodbye to Aunt Ping, and left.

The food street at [Chihuyan] is a place filled with aromas that always whets the taste buds.

Pushing the snack cart, Huiyuan was filled with anticipation.

If you ask what I'm looking forward to, it's naturally the "chance encounters" with my friends.

"Ice cream—delicious and refreshing ice cream!"

With these calls, the first customer of the day arrived soon after.

It turned out to be the head chef of Wanmintang, our old friend [Xiangling].

She looked at the ice cream machine with anticipation and curiosity, almost drooling.

Seeing this, Huiyuan asked, "Xiangling, would you like some ice cream?"

"I want it!"

What flavor would you like?

"Um... Huiyuan, can I use the materials I brought myself?"

"of course can."

Just after Huiyuan nodded, Xiangling opened her large bag and took out a jar of mysterious items.

As expected, there's no escaping this step.

"Ta-da! Iced slime liquid, ice cream on top of ice, just thinking about it is awesome."

Huiyuan was speechless. How could anyone carry slime gel with them?

As expected of Xiangling, she easily accomplished what we couldn't.

Without refusing, Huiyuan took the slime liquid and started fiddling with the machine.

Soon, a fresh batch of slime-flavored ice cream was ready.

It's icy cold and refreshing, and so sweet it'll make your teeth fall out! In short, it's delicious!

At that moment, a dark figure darted over and secretly stood behind Xiangling.

Upon seeing who the ghostly figure was, Huiyuan revealed a gossipy smile.

Hu Tao made a "shh" gesture and then put her mouth next to Xiang Ling's ear.

The next second, the person and the ice cream were so frightened that they flew into the air.

Seeing Xiangling jump three feet high, Hu Tao revealed a mischievous grin.

"Hu Tao! You scared me again!"

"If you don't invite me to the good food, don't blame me!"

Hu Tao caught the ice cream that Xiang Ling had eaten while it was flying in mid-air, chuckled, and licked it without hesitation.

next second...

"Ugh! This is... this is slime condensate again. Xiangling... so this was part of your plan too!"

"Hehehe, guess~"

The joy on Hu Tao's face vanished instantly.

After tossing the ice cream to Huiyuan, she instantly circled behind Xiangling.

"You wretched Xiangling, take this!"

Walnut's fingers moved as nimbly as tentacles, tickling Xiangling's armpits.

"What...hahaha, no...hahahaha, stop, stop, hahaha—"

Huiyuan thoroughly enjoyed watching the two teasing each other.

(I'm totally shipping these two best friends.)

Just then, a cute little rice cracker, not far away, widened its eyes and hurried over.

"Furnace! Furnace! Furnace!"

It muttered incantations and spewed flames from its mouth, burning Walnut's rear end.

Walnut reacted quickly and hurriedly dodged away.

However, Guoba didn't seem to want to let it go, and chased after Hu Tao, spitting fire.

They chased each other around in circles until Xiangling was rescued.

"It itches so much... That wretched Walnut, next time I cook for her I'll secretly put some strong stuff in it, hmph! Ah, Huiyuan, my ice cream."

Huiyuan was so engrossed in watching Xiangling being teased that he inadvertently started licking the ice cream that Xiangling and Hutao had just eaten.

The word "indirect kiss" instantly popped into Huiyuan's mind.

Her face flushed red, and she couldn't help but feel shy.

(Oh no, oh no, oh no... an indirect kiss, and it was between Xiangling and Hu Tao. Waaaa! How am I going to apologize to Xiangling and Hu Tao?!)

At this moment, Xiangling said, "Oh dear... we've already finished eating. Never mind, Huiyuan, make me another one. This time... add an egg!"

Seeing that Xiangling was completely unaware of the problem with the indirect kiss, Huiyuan felt a pang of guilt.