Velina, like herself, also came from outside this world?
Lumine subconsciously looked toward Velina.
To her, this was an unexpected harvest.
“Cough cough cough, this… I suppose so.”
Velina wiped the water stains from the corner of her mouth and blinked, trying to muddle through.
Being stared at by so many people, she didn’t even have time to come up with an excuse.
Wait… something seemed a little off.
Were there really that few transmigrators in Teyvat?
Not to mention Lumine, there were also Skirk, Alice, and the others.
Which of them didn’t come from outside this world?
What problem was there with one more of her?
“I’d like to ask—do you know any news about my brother?” Lumine couldn’t help asking.
Stop looking.
Your brother is currently the Prince of the Abyss Order, busy restoring Khaenri’ah, and is hiding from you.
Anyway, the game plot she knew for now was like this.
As for how much of it was true, and whether there were any deceptive conspiracies hidden inside, she didn’t know.
Velina thought this in her heart.
Then she shook her head.
“Not long ago I simply opened my eyes and found myself inexplicably appearing in Guili Plains.
I arrived much later than you.”
“Ehh— no wonder Velina, your common knowledge about Teyvat has always been half-understood.
So that’s how it is!”
Hu Tao suddenly understood.
Previously when she asked Velina where she came from, it had always been brushed aside vaguely.
Now she finally knew the reason!
“Sorry, Hu Tao.” Velina sighed.
“What are you apologizing for?”
Hu Tao waved her hand.
“It’s perfectly normal.
If I came to a strange world, I’d definitely be even more wary than you.”
No, I think the ones who should be wary are the others.
Velina thought with a smile and secretly let out a breath of relief.
In short, the biggest problem that had been troubling her all this time was solved.
Now she only felt completely relaxed.
“In that case, then live well here.
The Director should be very willing to help.”
Zhongli, who had been quietly savoring his tea the entire time, also spoke.
[When the Archon War ends, what do you want to do?] he had once asked.
[Me… I want to write novels!
I’ll tell you secretly—my head is filled with many stories you’ve never even heard of.
If I write them out, they’ll definitely become popular all over Teyvat!]
Due to erosion, Zhongli’s memories of many things had become somewhat blurred.
This matter, however, he remembered crystal clear.
The current Liyue Harbor should be the appearance she liked.
With this, the contract is complete.
“Consultant, don’t casually make decisions for me.
And even if you didn’t say anything, I would still do it!” Hu Tao emphasized.
Now it’s my turn to speak!”
Paimon, who had endured for a long time, flew in front of Velina.
“Hmm?
What’s wrong?
Does Paimon have something to say to me?”
Velina made a puzzled sound, a shallow smile naturally appearing on her face.
Paimon couldn’t help staring blankly for a moment, then vigorously shook her head.
“Even though you look very pretty, there are some things that cannot be forgiven!” Paimon said with great principle.
“Ah?
Did I do something that made Paimon sad?” Velina asked.
“Of course!
It’s the novel you wrote!” Paimon answered immediately.
“But earlier Lumine said you liked it very much, didn’t she?” Velina continued asking with a smile.
“What I like is the novel, but I don’t like you that much, because the novel was written by you!” Paimon crossed her arms and turned her head away.
“I’ve been hated.” Velina sighed.
“Originally I still wanted to invite Paimon to Wanmin Restaurant to eat a big meal made by Xiangling.
Looks like that won’t be possible.”
Wanmin Restaurant?
Paimon couldn’t help swallowing.
“I’ve decided to forgive you!”
Beside them, Lumine lowered her head and drank her tea, not wanting to look.
At the same time, admiration for Velina rose in her heart.
She hadn’t expected her to find the method of using Paimon so quickly.
As expected of someone who could write Hotarubi no Mori e—beautiful and especially clever.
The dishes Zhongli had ordered were brought to the table one after another.
They were complete in color, aroma, and flavor.
“This tavern is different from the ones in Mondstadt.
It does not refuse ‘unfashionable’ things like fruit juice.” Zhongli introduced to everyone.
“So this time, I can finally be treated to a cup of wine?” Lumine asked.
“I want to drink too!” Hu Tao looked especially excited.
“Me too!” Paimon added.
Velina remained silent and simply focused on picking up food.
Before transmigrating she hadn’t had much interest in alcoholic drinks.
She couldn’t say she liked them, nor could she say she hated them.
It was just that the headache that came after drinking made her dislike them somewhat.
Of course, if there were soft drinks, she would definitely choose soft drinks.
“Therefore, I ordered Fermented Rice Balls for everyone.” Zhongli ignored their words.
“Ha, as expected of you, Zhongli.” Hu Tao patted his shoulder.
Velina looked at the Fermented Rice Balls in front of her.
When she leaned closer she could indeed smell a faint alcoholic scent.
“Velina, can you eat this?” Hu Tao couldn’t help asking when she saw this.
She still remembered that earlier Velina had seemed completely uninterested in alcoholic drinks.
“Of course no problem.”
As she spoke, Velina used a spoon to eat one.
The entrance was a light, pure sweetness; the alcoholic taste was almost unnoticeable.
The texture was soft and glutinous, and she especially liked it.
“Delicious!”
Velina exclaimed indistinctly.
“Boss, get us a portion of Fermented Rice Balls as well!”
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At the neighboring tables, the diners couldn’t help swallowing as they watched this scene, then ordered one after another.
It was hard to say whether it was because the beauty made the food more appetizing, or because they truly wanted a portion of Fermented Rice Balls.
“Honored guests, today we shall not speak of Liyue’s interesting tales.
Instead, I shall tell everyone a new story—a story of a human and a monster of the mountain forests.”
As a specialty of Third-Round Knockout, the storyteller Iron Tongue Tian also began today’s storytelling program.
Velina chewed on the rice balls.
Upon hearing the voice, she couldn’t help raising her head.
Her expression became slightly subtle.
Hey, if you’re telling the story I wrote, you have to pay copyright fees, you know.
…Fine.
Actually, she herself was also just a story transporter.
“Ehh, it’s the novel Velina wrote.”
Paimon was also attracted by the storyteller, then furrowed her brows.
“Hmph, I remembered the bad memories again.
No!
Velina, I still need to give you another unpleasant nickname!”
“Another?”
Velina turned her head, sharply catching the word in Paimon’s speech.
“That’s not important!”
Paimon stamped her feet in the air.
“It’s decided.
From now on I’m going to call you White-Haired Demon King!”
“Mm, that sounds pretty good.” Velina stroked her chin.
“It has the aura of a behind-the-scenes big boss.
Paimon might actually have quite the talent for writing novels.”
“Ehh?
Really… wait no no, hmph, White-Haired Demon King, don’t even think about changing the subject!” Paimon was very angry.
“Are all novel writers this cunning?”
“Aiyah, I’ve been seen through.”
Time quietly slipped away amid the noisy chatter and the storytelling.
Lumine’s movements of eating paused.
She seemed to have sensed something.
Her entire body instantly became alert as she raised her head and looked upward.
“Who?!”
Under the moonlight, the ice-blue young woman seemed to be draped in a hazy white veil.
Lumine suddenly realized that she seemed to be the only one reacting strongly.
Neither Zhongli nor Velina showed any surprise.
Velina even smiled and waved.
“Senior Ganyu, come eat with us?”
Ganyu was rendered somewhat speechless by Velina’s invitation.
“Thank you, but that won’t be necessary.”
Lumine remained vigilant.
“Perhaps I should first introduce myself.
My name is Ganyu.
I am the secretary of Yuehai Pavilion.
This trip is for the purpose of delivering Lady Ningguang’s invitation to you.” Ganyu said.
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