In Teyvat, it all begins with rescuing the grass god.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 245 Good news?

For Xiao, staying in the densely populated Liyue Harbor is not a very comfortable thing.

Fortunately.

Wendy helped him suppress his karmic burdens, so that he would no longer be as restless as before.

otherwise.

No matter how much Rhodes pleaded, Xiao wouldn't agree to stay overnight in Liyue Harbor.

But even so.

down one day.

He couldn't hide the fatigue on his face.

into the night.

Rhodes, who had just finished communicating with Sumeru, looked at the figure that suddenly appeared outside the window and said without any surprise, "If you can't sleep, come in and have a drink with me."

The visitor was a demon.

Knowing that he definitely wouldn't be able to sleep tonight and that he must have a lot of questions for him, Rod was already waiting here.

And then Xiao came in.

His first words were: "Can I see him?"

He said.

Rhodes then took out the crystal that contained the remnants of Fushe's consciousness and handed it to Xiao.

I wonder if she sensed her younger brother.

The remnant consciousness of the floating shrine, which had remained silent since it was acquired by Rhodes, suddenly emitted a faint purple fluorescence within the green crystal.

However, it was isolated by Apep's crystal.

Even though Fushe's remnant consciousness responded to Xiao, it still couldn't bring about any further changes to the crystal.

"Floating Abode."

Xiao stared at the purple light within the crystal, his face displaying a complex mix of emotions: melancholy, joy, and bewilderment at the unknown.

As they bid farewell to the remnant souls of the floating abyss amidst the towering cliffs.

He had already prepared himself to live alone from then on, carrying on the spirit of his brothers and sisters.

Unexpectedly.

Just as he was preparing to take on all of this, Zhongli suddenly gave him the news that Fushe still had hope of living again.

Although it is unknown how long it will take to make this a reality.

But at least there was hope.

It's much better than having no hope at all.

It was this news.

This rekindled Xiao's previously despondent spirit, which led him to agree to follow the immortals and attempt to make contact with the human world.

After returning the remnants of Fushe's consciousness to Rhodes.

Even as Xiao remained silent, a faint smile could still be seen at the corner of his mouth.

When Rhodes handed him a glass of apple cider, he naturally accepted it and drank with Rhodes under the moonlight.

Apple Brew is not a variety produced in Liyue.

It is actually a non-alcoholic beverage from Mondstadt.

The developer is Diluc, who is already quite familiar with Rhodes.

Who would have thought?

This big boss, who runs the largest winery in Teyvat, is actually not good at drinking, and has even specially developed a variety of fruit-flavored drinks without added alcohol.

Among them, apple-flavored apple wine is the most popular.

Despite it being his first time trying it, Xiao seemed to quite like the new drink.

"The texture is very strange."

After offering a brief comment, Xiao couldn't resist taking two more sips of the golden beverage in his glass.

"This is the latest model that hasn't been released yet. If it weren't for my connections, you would have had to wait at least several months to get your hands on this new product."

Rod smugly shook the cup in his hand.

Traditional apple cider is a fruity beverage that has had its tartness removed. It is not very sweet but retains the aroma of the fruit. It is usually served as a garnish at banquets and is generally used as a hangover remedy.

When Rhodes last visited Mondstadt, he was invited to the Dawn Winery.

He once gave Diluc a piece of advice.

That is to combine the technology of sparkling water with the process of making apple wine.

simply put.

It involves using a small amount of fruit juice and sparkling water to create a new, inexpensive flavored beverage similar to carbonated drinks.

However, given Teyvat's technological level...

Even a winery like Dawn Winery, which is at the forefront of winemaking technology on the entire continent, could not possibly make the carbonated beverage that Rhodes was familiar with.

However, after careful evaluation, Diluc confirmed that this suggestion had excellent feasibility and market prospects.

There is no other reason.

Morning Light Winery has always produced high-end products.

Due to cost issues, they are not competitive in the low-end market.

This is not only reflected in other countries.

This is the case in Mondstadt itself.

This is why, despite its power and technical capabilities, Dawn Winery still has a large number of taverns that don't belong to them operating right under its nose.

Sparkling beverages, which target the low-end market, could be a perfect way to break the current situation.

While seizing the low-end market, it will not excessively suppress the local wine industry.

Inspired, Diluc immediately gathered the winery's managers and began to study the low-priced sparkling beverage that Rod had mentioned, starting with apple and grape wine, the two fruit-flavored drinks they produced the most.

This time, I am representing the Knights of Favonius on a visit to Mount Sumeru.

Diluc then promoted their latest research findings.

The result was as he expected.

This beverage, which emphasizes taste and affordability, was indeed very popular.

Mr. Sangge Mahabai of Xumi also signed a large order with him, directly monopolizing all the supply rights in Xumi and becoming the exclusive agent of Chenxi Winery in Xumi.

Rod and Xiao are drinking now.

It's a new product that Diluc is using to promote in Sumeru, which hasn't been released yet.

When Rhodes disembarked in Liyue earlier, he specially gave him a small box.

Compared to the fruit-flavored carbonated drinks that Rhodes drank in his previous life.

The new beverage developed by Dawn Winery based on apple wine inevitably has a stronger fruit juice flavor and is less effervescent.

Put these aside.

This beverage still has its merits in terms of sweetness and taste.

At least in terms of Rod's preferences, he still really likes this flavor.

Especially when slightly frozen with ice elemental power, and given a touch of frost, the taste becomes even more refreshing.

Xiao usually dislikes earthly food.

I have a particular fondness for sweet and refreshing almond tofu.

Rod guessed that he probably liked sweets.

That's why I specially prepared this sweet-flavored sparkling beverage.

The results look pretty good.

Xiao finished his drink in the blink of an eye, even faster than Rod.

After pouring another full glass.

Xiao didn't rush to drink his beverage this time. After pondering for a moment, he asked, "The Emperor told me that it was your idea to let me succeed him."

"Ah."

"It's really me."

Rod leaned back in his chair and said leisurely, "Are you wondering why I chose you?"

"Do not."

Xiao shook his head: "I wanted to ask, what's wrong with the Emperor? Is he in danger?"

He's quite a sensitive guy.

Rhodes glanced at him and said frankly, "If he doesn't abdicate soon, he might become another Naga King Rota."

"Another Naga King"

These words clearly frightened Xiao.

The contrast between the Naga King Rota's appearance before and after the wear and tear was something he witnessed firsthand.

It took the combined might of Liyue's strongest fighting forces to finally end what was arguably the most terrifying battle in Liyue, thanks to a brief period of lucidity on its own.

If the Dragon King Ruoduo goes mad, Zhongli can subdue him.