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

That guy didn't do anything that night...

Am I still half asleep...?

Chapter 202 Within ancient ruins, amidst the howling wind and sand

In the guest room.

Chao Ke sat in the chair, sipping his tea.

Last night's trip through the sandstorm went relatively smoothly, although Chao Ke ate quite a bit of sand and gravel along the way.

Although the ruins where Tamimi is located have not yet been found, Chao Ke has narrowed down the scope of the investigation considerably.

It seems that it only took a few nights to dig up Tamimi.

After washing up, Fiona and Chao Ke came out of the guest room.

Outside, Azalai had already prepared breakfast, and his wife warmly invited Chao Ke and Farusan to come and eat.

However, the Azalais's enthusiasm was also mixed with their reverence for Farusan, the messenger of the gods.

This sense of unfamiliarity stemming from respect made Farusian feel somewhat awkward.

So, right after breakfast, Farusan took Chao Ke and set off for the desert, starting their exploration of the ruins early in the morning.

......

Noon, in the desert of Mount Sumeru.

Even though it was late autumn, the temperature in the desert was anything but cool.

The scorching sun beat down on the yellowish sand.

The occasional gentle breeze, however, brought no relief from the heat; instead, it carried dry, hot air that made people even more irritable.

However, on this yellow sand, the style of two people is completely out of place with the surrounding environment.

"Hey, Chao Ke!"

"It's too dry, spray some more water on it!"

Chao Ke's lips twitched.

With a constipated expression, she slowly uttered two words in response to Senior Farusan.

"Pervert, sex fiend."

Hearing his own words from back then being returned to him by Chao Ke at this moment.

Farusan crossed her arms, her expression a mix of arrogance and shyness.

"It's all thanks to you, that perverted teacher, that I was able to teach so well."

"Also, quickly spray some water out and make me an ice pop."

Helpless, Chao Ke followed the instructions of Senior Falushan and began to manipulate the corresponding elemental power.

First, I filled Farusan's body with gentle water elements, then controlled the gathering of ice elements to make two popsicles.

Furthermore, to ensure the flavor and texture of the popsicles, Chao Ke even added the ingredients of [Fruit Fairy Cream] to them.

Yogurt made from high-quality milk, sweet and sour pineapple juice, and smooth and chewy refreshing flower-shaped jelly.

This sweet and sour popsicle, with its fruity flavor, instantly won over the heart of the senior artist, Fiona.

Her pink tongue licked back and forth on the popsicle, and when she tasted the white yogurt flowing out, her eyes narrowed slightly as she savored the moment.

The dry desert wind blew across Farusan's delicate and fair skin.

Because of the abundance of water elements around her, this wisp of sand did not make Farusan feel hot; on the contrary, she felt incredibly cool.

After learning that Chao Ke possessed the power to easily control water and ice, Farusan, being sensible, did not inquire about the source of Chao Ke's power.

However, she also used her scholarly mindset to thoroughly explore Chao Ke and uncover many of her husband's wonderful uses.

During today's exploration of the ruins, Chao Ke suggested that we explore towards the upper right corner of the Hill of Abundant Drinking, in the direction of Tamimi.

Farusan, of course, had no objection to this.

After all, finding ruins is entirely a matter of luck, and no one can be sure exactly where the real ruins are located.

As Chao Ke and his companion ventured deeper into the area, the sandstorms swirling around them intensified.

We were about to enter some of the most wind-swept and sand-ridden areas in the desert.

To prevent Farusan's clothes from being worn out by the sandstorm, Chao Ke followed the same plan as last night and attached a layer of sturdy ice armor made of ice and water elements to Farusan's clothes.

As the immense power of the weather was blocked by the ice armor, Chao Ke and Fa Lushan began their excavation and investigation of the ruins.

Thanks to the addition of Senior Farusan, the daytime investigation was much more efficient than Chao Ke's last night.

On one hand, the Wind Element Eye of the senior Farusan can suppress some of the sandstorms to reduce the impact of weather on exploration.

Most importantly, it was Senior Falushan's expertise in the ancient ruins of Sumeru.

In many places, the senior Farusian could discover the way with just a glance, and by following the signs, she could find the entrance to a ruin in no time.

However, it seems that the senior's luck wasn't very good.

They surveyed three ruins in a row, but none of them were unexplored.

The first and second ruins have been completely abandoned due to years of neglect, and even the things buried inside have been worn away by the violent sandstorms.

Only fragments remain, making it difficult to deduce any information.

And the third site...

Looking at the signs of violent demolition and the numerous artifacts destroyed, Farusan gritted her teeth and condemned the intruders' barbarity for not knowing how to protect these cultural heritages.

Following behind Farusan, Chao Ke turned his head away somewhat guiltily and whistled to ease his inner embarrassment.

Fortunately, thanks to Farusan's rescue efforts, the damaged artifacts and documents at this ruined site were preserved.

Faroshan gathered all the valuable artifacts together.

Falushan first conducted a rough study of these artifacts, arranging them according to their classification and importance.

Finally, it was securely sealed and its location marked on a map, so that the Council of Religious Affairs could send a professional team to collect it later.

As Farusan finished her tasks, the sky outside the ruins changed from the scorching midday sun to the cool moonlight of the evening.

Farusan stretched her waist, allowing her body curves to open up comfortably.

We were just about to leave the ruins and find a place to rest.

Unexpectedly, before she could finish stretching her waist, a strong arm embraced her slender waist.

"Chao... Chao Ke?!"

"What...what do you want to do?"

Sensing the hot breath coming from behind her, a shameful thought suddenly arose in Farusan's mind.

"miss you!"

Farusan: ? !!! !

"Are you crazy? We're outside!"

Even though the ruins were long deserted, Farusan still deliberately lowered her voice.

"It's alright~, Farusan-senpai."

"This ruin is located in a desolate place, and the sandstorm outside provides us with cover. Even if you sing loudly, senior, no one will be able to get in."

"So, let's play some exciting little games."

"Falusian~, senpai~"

...

With a "click" sound.

It looks like something fell to the ground.

The sounds that followed were completely lost in the howling of the wind and sand.

Chapter 203 The Science of Sinkholes

As a stream of clear water climbs onto the soft skin.

After circling around several times, the grime on his body was washed away.

Then, Chao Ke's hot hands gently stroked every part of her body from top to bottom, cleaning away the water stains.

After completing all this, fading with embarrassment, Farusan broke free from Chao Ke's grasp, quickly picked up the "equipment" that had fallen to the ground, and "armed" herself again.

"Pervert! Sex fiend!"

After getting dressed, Senior Farusan stomped her feet twice on Chao Ke's feet as she spoke.

Chao Ke smiled happily and said proudly, "Thank you for the praise, senior! You still have a lot to learn from Teacher Chao Ke on this path."

"Humph!"

Farusan gave a haughty snort, crossed her arms, and ignored Chao Ke.

The sky was already quite dark by this time.

If we return to Aru Village, it will be too late.

Moreover, having finally discovered this area filled with ruins, how could we not explore it thoroughly?

So Chao and Ke decided to rest at this ruin for the night.

Once the surrounding area is explored, return to Aru Village.

Chao Ke took out a large blanket from his backpack and prepared to spread it on the ground.

but...

Touching the cold sand on the ground, an idea suddenly popped into Chao Ke's mind.

With his palm slightly clenched, Chao Ke silently activated his fire elemental power, scorching the sand beneath him.