[Genshin Impact]: I can become stronger by cooking.

"Really...really...everything you've said...will bring a turning point for the people of Fontainebleau...and I...will end this period of playing a role..."

Fu Ningna looked at Chao Ke with an unusually complex expression in her eyes, a mixture of expectation, hope, and a hint of panic.

Chao Ke slowly pulled away the dining chair that Funina was sitting on, and after Funina stood up, he gently gave her a hug.

"Your loneliness will also be comforted by me, an outsider!"

"Everything I have said tonight is true."

[Thank you for your support, readers]

Chapter 156 [Furina]

Inside the [Jia Zi Wei Restaurant].

Funina rested her head against Chao Ke's chest, squeezing out a few tears.

...

She did not question Chao Ke about the truth of what he said.

Just like that, she didn't ask why Chao Ke knew about the agreement she had made with Fukalos.

In order to play the role of the water goddess well, Funina wanted to avoid being noticed anything unusual.

In my heart, I built a solid layer of ice for myself.

Over the years of playing the role of a god, Funina has constantly given herself hints and pondered what kind of god the people of Fontainebleau would like.

In this way, they continuously reinforce the ice in their hearts to guard against external threats.

Over the years, its effects have been remarkable.

Even the most difficult people of Fontainebleau never doubted their divine identity again.

The thick ice layer seemed to truly block all threats from the outside.

But what if this threat comes from within?

For hundreds of years, there has been a profound loneliness in which no one has been there to confide in.

And the uncertainty of not knowing whether he will have to play the role of a god for hundreds more years.

The intertwining of two negative emotions had already pushed Funina to the point where she could hardly breathe.

The seemingly thick ice layer actually had several very deep cracks inside.

The reason she has been able to maintain this status quo is entirely due to her dedication to saving the people of Fontainebleau.

Funinna, with the soul of a mortal, persevered through hundreds of years of wear and tear.

but...

With just a few words, Chao Ke revealed her secret.

That line, "Your loneliness will also be comforted by me, an outsider!"

It was like a sharp knife, piercing straight into the depths of her heart, shattering the ice that sealed her heart at its weakest point.

Panic; explanations; fear; and the five-hundred-year-old dedication to playing the role of a deity; all these emotions shattered in an instant along with the ice she had built.

All that remains is the soft, water-like interior beneath the ice.

(No, Furina, you can't be so selfish...)

(But this guy named Chao Ke already knows all my secrets... Since he already knows, it shouldn't be a problem for me to confide in him, right?)

(But... what if it's all just his speculation? Besides, he's affiliated with a foreign power. If he harbors any ill intentions, the entire population of Fontaine will bear the risk!)

(But, however, I...)

Just as Funina was hesitating, Chao Ke raised his hands first and gently gave Funina a hug.

In an instant, the profound loneliness in Funina's heart completely overwhelmed her reason.

Stop overthinking, stop considering the consequences.

Fu Ningna leaned against Chao Ke's chest, tears streaming down her face.

First came soft sobs, then turned into gentle hiccups.

Frinina was ultimately just a human being separated from Fucarus's divine nature.

She experiences joy, anger, sorrow, and happiness; she can be arrogant when she should be, and timid when she should be. When faced with unbearable loneliness, she also yearns to find a suitable person to confide in.

Funina possesses all the virtues and all the vices of humanity.

For example, the emotions I feel right now.

Chao Ke didn't say much, remaining silent and playing his role as a listener.

He removed Funina's hat with one hand, taking away the burden that symbolized responsibility from her.

He stroked Funina's head with one hand, comforting her after hundreds of years of loneliness.

Time passed silently, from the end of dusk to the beginning of night.

Fu Ningna lifted her head off Chao Ke's chest and took the tissue Chao Ke handed her to clean herself.

"Don't tell anyone about what happened tonight."

"No problem, but you have to go to the food competition organized by the [Fontaine Catering Industry Alliance] tomorrow."

"it is good."

...

After seeing that Fufu had finished tidying up, Chao Ke got up and went to a place not far from the [Jia Zi Wei Restaurant] where he found Navelette waiting.

"Mr. Chao Ke, has your meeting concluded?"

Chao Ke nodded and invited Navelette into the shop.

However, unbeknownst to Chao Ke, Violet, who was following behind him, frowned slightly and thought to himself.

"What happened to those two water stains on his clothes...?"

Upon returning to the [Delicious Restaurant], Navelette immediately looked at Funina.

"really..."

As Navelette had expected, he did indeed see wet tear stains on Funina's face.

So, it's quite obvious what happened between the two of them after he left.

So, what exactly did they talk about that led to this situation...?

Navelette was never good at handling emotional issues, and this time it was also related to Funina.

Navelette felt a headache coming on.

In the end, Navelette chose to remain silent. On the one hand, this was not the place to talk, and on the other hand, this was ultimately Funina's private matter, and it was not appropriate for her to ask too many questions.

Hopefully, her contact with Chao Ke won't affect Fu Ningna's ability to fulfill her duties.

"Mr. Chao Ke, could you please refill my cup with another cup of 'Bamboo Forest Spring Water'?"

"no problem."

"Please add more refreshing flower-shaped jelly (pearls)."

"Don't worry, I'll add half a cup of sauce for you!"

Chao Ke took Navelette's water glass, went into the kitchen, and poured the Supreme Judge's glass full.

At the same time, Chao Ke didn't forget Fu Fu either, and made a cup of "Fruit Fairy Cheese" for Fu Ningna as well, and brought it out from the kitchen together.

Navelette took the "Bamboo Forest Spring" handed to her by Chao Ke, took a small sip, and thoroughly enjoyed it.

Even the frustration I had just felt was slightly relieved.

For various reasons, the three people at the table tacitly avoided mentioning what had just happened and instead chatted casually about other things.

"Mr. Chao Ke, the water in your shop is truly wonderful. Whether it's this cup of 'Bamboo Forest Spring Water' or that dish of 'Boiled Cabbage in Clear Broth,' they are both exceptionally delicious."

"Although it may be a bit presumptuous of me to ask this, I would still like to know where you get your water from?"

At the dinner table, Violet, unable to suppress her curiosity, asked a question.

Chao Ke raised an eyebrow; this question was not easy to answer.

After a few seconds of contemplation, Chao Ke said, "I'm sorry, Mr. Villette, these water sources are a trade secret of our restaurant, and I cannot disclose them."

A hint of regret flashed in Villette's eyes. "I understand. Water of this quality can indeed be a restaurant's core competitive advantage."

"If Mr. Chao Ke could develop more soup bases or drinks, I might become a regular customer at your shop."

Upon hearing Villette's words, Chao Ke's eyes lit up. Looking at the bare pattern on the beverage cup, Chao Ke said...

“Mr. Navelette, I have an idea that I would like to discuss with you.”

Chapter 157 The First Spokesperson for the Beverage Has Been Announced [Bonus Chapter]

"Mr. Chao Ke, please speak."

Navelette said this while sipping her [Bamboo Forest Spring].

Chao Ke took a clean beverage cup from the kitchen and showed it to Navelette.

“Mr. Navelette, do you think this beverage cup is a bit bare?”

Navelette was taken aback, but then she guessed what Chao Ke meant.

"Mr. Chao Ke, please forgive me for reminding you."

"As a public official in Fontainebleau, I am subject to many regulations by Fontainebleau law. Among these is the restriction that I cannot promote or endorse products or stores in my personal capacity."

"So if you want me to endorse this, please don't say anything more."

To everyone's surprise, Chao Ke shook his head.

“Mr. Navelette, I do want to find a spokesperson, but I am not bold enough to set my sights on you.”

Navelette paused for a moment, then asked, "Mr. Nachaco, what do you mean?"