Genshin Impact was written as Three-Body Problem, but due to delayed updates, Fou locked him in a da

Under the soft lighting of the clockwork shop, the beautiful saleswoman's smile was like the first flower of spring, both warm and alluring.

She held a paper fan and gently covered her smiling red lips; at that moment, even the air seemed to be imbued with a touch of romance.

However, as she bowed slightly, the slime on her chest seemed to be performing a silent waltz to a lively rhythm, almost revealing her cleavage, completely ignoring Navia's disdainful and chilling gaze.

Navia frowned slightly, her gaze filled with disdain and coldness.

She straightened her body, her resentment like an undercurrent, silent yet surging.

Her pride wouldn't allow her to lose this silent contest, and she whispered to herself, "What are you bragging about? I'm just as good as you."

"Miss, how much does one of these horses cost?"

The clockwork machinery shop was filled with a dazzling array of civilian mechanical devices, and Luo Xiao's voice broke the brief silence.

"Hello sir, this mechanical horse costs 12 moras."

Upon seeing a major customer arrive, the female shop assistant quickly approached, her enthusiasm like a warm current.

"Navia, Silver, Myles, you guys choose first. Just tell me which one you like, and I'll take another look."

The three nodded and then began to carefully select.

Navia chose a magnificent, sleek mechanical horse, its appearance perfectly complementing her temperament, like a noblewoman selecting a dance partner befitting her status. Miles's choice, on the other hand, was practical and economical; his eyes revealed respect for Luo Xiao and a thrifty approach to money.

He knew that these Mora were likely the hard-earned money that Luo Xiao had worked so hard to earn, and that they should not be squandered.

As for Silver, the chuunibyou (delusional) type, he chose a mechanical horse painted entirely in deep black, its appearance resembling a warhorse, sturdy and mysterious.

The moment he mounted the horse, he seemed to exude an undeniable aura, and the Mafia spirit was perfectly embodied in this black steed.

Luo Xiao's gaze wandered over the mechanical horses in the shop, but none of them seemed to touch his heartstrings.

"Are there any other mechanical horses here?" Luo Xiao asked calmly.

The saleswoman noticed Luo Xiao's inquiry, a potential big customer, and her eyes lit up immediately. A shrewd smile appeared on her lips. She walked lightly to Luo Xiao's side, her voice sweet and alluring: "Dear customer, if you are looking for a high-end mechanical horse, of course we have those too!"

"You can get a membership card here. If you recharge more than 300,000 Mora, you will get a 10% discount on all our wind-up mechanisms and a free mechanical horse with the lowest price. If you recharge more than 400,000 Mora, you will get a 20% discount. If you recharge more than 600,000 Mora, you will get a 30% discount."

Luo Xiao frowned slightly. He came here to buy horses, not to listen to her sales pitch.

He interrupted the saleswoman and asked directly, "What about the mechanical horse? I'm more concerned about quality and performance."

Seeing that Luo Xiao was getting impatient, the female shop assistant quickly adjusted her strategy, her voice carrying a hint of sincerity: "We're having a promotion right now. If you're willing to recharge 660,000 Mora, I can privately provide you with a super mechanical horse. It's the fastest, and its core is so stable that you won't spill soup while drinking it."

Luo Xiao's lips twitched involuntarily, his voice tinged with mockery: "You want to sell me a mechanical horse for 660,000 Mora? Do I look like that kind of sucker?"

Seeing this, the female shop assistant quickly lowered her body, her voice tinged with urgency: "Sir, you've misunderstood. Our refund policy is very flexible. You can only get 10% back within a month, but even if you don't buy anything, the money will still be yours after ten months, not a penny less."

After listening to the female shop assistant's explanation, Luo Xiao immediately understood that this was the same trick she had seen in some shops on Earth in her previous life when they offered VIP cards.

He shook his head slightly, deciding to give the store another chance: "Alright then, show me the super mechanical horse you mentioned."

Upon hearing Luo Xiao's agreement, the female shop assistant immediately beamed with joy. She quickly led Luo Xiao through the store's intricate corridors to a meticulously decorated display area.

Here, a uniquely shaped, sleek super mechanical horse stands quietly, its shell gleaming with metallic luster, its mechanical heart beating slowly beneath the transparent shell, like a work of art.

"This is our pride, the super mechanical horse 'Lightning Speed'. It is not only extremely fast, but also extremely stable. Even on rough roads, it can ensure that the rider has a smooth and effortless riding experience." The female shop assistant's voice was full of pride.

Luo Xiao's gaze fell on the mechanical horse, a hint of appreciation flashing in his eyes. He stepped forward, reached out and gently stroked the mechanical horse's shell, feeling the cold metal and the pulse of power hidden beneath.

“It’s really good.” Luo Xiao finally showed a satisfied smile. “Let’s talk about the price.”

Ten minutes later, the female shop assistant blushed and accepted the 70 Mora from Luo Xiao.

The four of them, each riding their favorite mechanical horse, began their journey towards Fontainebleau.

Although the system shop also has wind-up mechanisms, they still require resources. For Luo Xiao, anything that can be solved with Mora is not a problem if he doesn't need to collect update points.

The second issue of the Steambird Newspaper's fiction column was selling so well that once the payment for the second issue came in, the amount of Mora would definitely skyrocket, so they didn't care about the 700,000 Mora at all.

With the help of the mechanical horses, the group's travel speed increased significantly, and they arrived at Fontainebleau from Baisong Town in less than half an hour.

Upon arriving in Fontainebleau, Luo Xiao asked Navia and the other two to go to the Steambird Newspaper to report on the investigation, as he had some matters to attend to.

Navia didn't think much of it. After agreeing on a meeting time and place with Luo Xiao, she set off with Silvermeyer.

As they set off, Miles turned around and gave Luo Xiao a meaningful look, as if to say: Brother Luo Xiao, you've suffered, you're going to accompany those Fontaine noblewomen again.

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After parting ways with Navia and the others, Luo Xiao headed straight for Mo Mang Palace, intending to meet the water goddess Funina in preparation for collecting her divine power.

Although I can't get Funina to give me a drop of blood on our first meeting, I can at least go over and leave a good impression on her, right?

Upon arriving at Momang Palace, Luo Xiao shut down his mechanical horse, leaving it to stand by. He then found Melsinlias, who was patrolling back and forth in front of the palace, enjoying the good weather.

These Melusins ​​originally lived in isolated villages. They were all short in stature with short arms and legs, but they possessed a special innate vision that allowed them to see things that were difficult for humans to observe, making it easier for them to find clues about bad guys.

Melsinias's figure appeared exceptionally light in the sunlight. Her petite body leaped during her patrol, as if each step was on the rhythm of the wind. Her eyes were like two deep gems, sparkling with curiosity and vigilance towards the world around her.

For this reason, most of the employees of Chasing Shadows are Meilushin.

Luo Xiao stepped forward with a respectful and gentle smile and said politely, "Hello, beautiful Ms. Melusin, I wish to see the water goddess Funina. Please inform her for me."

Rias stopped, her small hand waving gently. She looked up at Luo Xiao, her voice clear and firm, as melodious as a mountain spring: "I'm sorry, Mr. Luo Xiao, but the Water God cannot receive visitors at this time. Please understand..."

Luo Xiao was not discouraged. He took out an exquisite badge from his pocket and handed it to Rias. The badge shone in the sunlight and was engraved with his name and identity.

This identity token was created before the Rose Society declined, and it has been officially certified by the Court of Justice.

Rias took the badge and examined it carefully, a serious expression on her small face.

“Mr. Luo Xiao, I understand your sincerity, but rules are rules, and I cannot break them without permission.” Her voice carried a hint of apology, but more so a sense of duty.

Luo Xiao smiled slightly and took out another item from his pocket—a crystal ball that sparkled in his palm. “This is a rare gem that I found during an adventure. I would like to give it to Lady Funina as a tribute to her divine power.”

This was actually something Luo Xiao redeemed in the system shop with 1000 update points on his way here. It's similar to the birthday glass ball that Lan Xing gives to a friend on his birthday.

This toy might be too childish for adults, but it's just right for Funina.

After verifying the safety of the crystal ball, Rias still shook her head and refused, saying, "I'm sorry, Mr. Luo Xiao, Lady Funina is very busy. If you want to see her, you need to make an appointment well in advance."

"Please, I just want to see Lady Funina, please help me."

Seeing Luo Xiao pleading with her like this, the kind-hearted Rias finally made up her mind and nodded:

"Well... okay then, please cooperate with me now."

As Rias spoke, she suddenly raised her furry fist and swung it fiercely at Luo Xiao.

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