Seeker of Teyvat

"..."

The old dean was also silent for a while, as if he was thinking about something, and finally sighed: "Alas, there is no need to do anything. Please tell the girl in the Hall of Rebirth to come here in three days. That's all."

His last strength, no more, no less, was enough to sustain him for another three days.

"it is good."

Wang Daoyi didn't say anything more, he just agreed.

This is the old dean's own choice. In a thousand years, he has lost his family, friends, comrades, and all good memories. Even the devil will be worn away, not to mention that the old dean is only a mortal.

His ability to persist to this day is entirely due to his belief in Istaru.

Now he has completed the final mission assigned to him by Istaru.

Waiting calmly for death to come was the old dean's last choice.

Stand up, the rock platform disappears,

After giving a slight salute to the old dean who closed his eyes and stopped talking, Wang Daoyi left the small courtyard.

Leaving Tongwenyuan,

While thinking about Istaru's thousand-year plan, he walked toward the living hall.

Since he promised the old dean that Hu Tao would arrange his funeral arrangements in three days,

Now he happens to be at Feiyun Slope,

It's better to choose a day than to hit it, so let's go and notify now.

Come to the Hall of Purity,

I happened to meet Hall Master Hu pulling Zhongli, seemingly preaching something.

As I got closer, I heard Hall Master Hu muttering softly, "Zhongli, Zhongli, why are you spending money recklessly again? You said you were buying some strange materials for the ceremony, so I wouldn't care. But what was delivered this morning, antique paintings and calligraphy, exquisite porcelain, can they be used for the ceremony? If you keep spending money like this, your salary will be deducted until thirty years from now."

"What the hall master taught me is that these are not ordinary antique calligraphy and paintings, but exquisite porcelain. The calligraphy and painting are the original works of Mr. Yan five hundred years ago. Although I spent 1.3 million molas to buy them, if I want to sell them, There are still hundreds of thousands of molars that can be earned. In addition, the porcelain is very exquisite and seems to have used some new firing and casting techniques. If you buy it for a mere 100,000 molas and keep it as a collection, you won't lose money."

Although Hutao looked very angry, Zhongli remained tepid. Even though he seemed to be admitting his mistake, he was actually sticking to his own ideas.

Hu Tao was furious and pointed at Zhongli: "You, you, ah, you are so angry with me. You really don't know how expensive firewood, rice, oil and salt are. More than one million dollars, you can spend whatever you want. You know I want to make money." How long?"

Zhong Li looked at Hu Tao with a strange expression: "But didn't the hall master generously pay out millions of molas before?"

Zhongli was talking about the insurance business previously carried out by Hutao and the Adventurers Association. In less than a month, they lost millions of molas.

"Damn it, I was doing that to promote the business of our Rebirth Hall. It's completely different from eating, drinking and having fun like you!"

"Oh, that's it." Zhong Li looked like he suddenly realized it, but his tone was still very calm.

Seeing Zhongli's indifference, Hutao became even more angry.

Wang Daoyi saw Hu Tao looking like he was about to get angry, and quickly stepped forward, interrupting their conversation.

"Hallmaster Hu, Mr. Zhongli, long time no see."

Hu Tao was interrupted and turned to look at Wang Daoyi: "Ah, it's Brother Daoyi. What's the point of coming to my Rebirth Hall? Let's agree first. If it's Zhongli, then I won't agree today. I have to Educate Zhongli well."

"No, no, no, Hall Master Hu has misunderstood." Wang Dao waved his hands repeatedly and looked at Hu Tao with a serious face, "I came here this time because I have something to ask of you, Hall Master Hu."

"Hey, are you looking for me?" Hutao blinked his plum blossom eyes, showing a hint of curiosity.

Then he turned to look at Zhongli: "Humph, Zhongli, go back first. Dao Yi and I will finish the matter and then I will teach you a lesson."

Zhongli still looked indifferent and held his hands in front of Hu Taogong: "Then I'll leave first."

Wang Daoyi and Zhongli looked at each other and saw the helplessness in Zhongli's eyes towards Hu Tao, as well as the "gratitude" for being rescued by Wang Daoyi.

After Zhongli left,

"Brother Daoyi, tell me what you need." Hu Tao asked curiously, then patted his chest, making a bang bang sound: "As long as I can help, just ask."

Looking at the confident look on Teyvat's top fire A's face,

Wang Daoyi talked about the old dean.

"It's like this, you know the old dean of Tongwen College, right?"

"Oh, I know. When grandpa was alive, he often took me to visit him. But after he passed away, I rarely went there."

"The old dean is about to die, so I would like to entrust you to handle his funeral affairs."

"Oh, it's an order, no problem, no problem, just leave it to me." Hu Tao began to pat his chest and make promises again.

Wang Daoyi nodded slightly. In this regard, Hu Tao was still trustworthy. After thinking for a while, Wang Daoyi continued, "Also, if there is any excess or shortfall in the expenses for the old dean's funeral, just put it in my account."

Hearing this, Hu Tao waved her hands nonchalantly: "Hey, Mora is just a small matter. Besides, Tongwen Academy is not short of money. It is the largest and most prestigious academy in Liyue. I heard that the tuition fees collected in a year can earn tens of millions of Mora."

Tens of millions of Mora? Why is the tuition so expensive? Wang Daoyi was about to ask, and then he realized that it was probably the funds from the major chambers of commerce or other wealthy people, which made it convenient for them to send people to the academy for training and study.

Ignoring Mora's question, Wang Daoyi continued, "Anyway, if you need anything about the old dean's funeral, Hall Master Hu can come to me. If I'm not at home, you can leave a message for Xiangling."

"Okay, I've written it down."

"Well, the time given by the old dean is three days later, so, Hall Master Hu will go to the academy in three days. During these three days, let the old dean stay alone for a while." Wang Daoyi made a special reminder because he was worried that Hu Tao would disturb the old dean in advance.

Hu Tao rolled her eyes at Wang Daoyi, seeing that Wang Daoyi was worried about her: "Don't worry, don't worry, I won't disturb my client's last moments."

"In that case, I won't stay any longer. If Hall Master Hu needs anything, please come to Wanmin Hall to find me."

Since getting engaged to Xiangling, Wang Daoyi hasn't returned to the dock teahouse to spend the night for a long time. He either stays out or spends the night in Wanmin Hall when he returns to Liyue Harbor.

After all, sleeping with the sweet and soft Xiangling in your arms is better than sleeping alone!

After bidding farewell to Hu Tao, Wang Daoyi listened to Hu Tao's nagging at Zhong Li from inside the Hall of Rebirth. He shook his head slightly and left the entrance of the Hall of Rebirth.

As for Zhongli, he can only wish him good luck. Not only Zhongli but also Wang Daoyi can't handle the eccentric Master Hu.

After leaving the Wangsheng Hall, Wang Daoyi strolled around the street and returned to the Wanmin Hall.

As we approached the Hall of All People, we heard the sound of a group of people playing cards.

Maybe it was because Yidou’s image was too attractive, or maybe many diners still had an impression of Yidou, remembering that he worked as a waiter in Wanmintang.

So there were many diners around Yidou. They were not afraid of Araki Yidou who was a foreigner. Instead, they watched Yidou play cards with great interest.

There were a few impatient diners who couldn't even control themselves and wanted to teach Yidou how to play cards.

That's right, although Arotaki Ichito likes playing cards very much, his skills are not very good.

He is still one of those people who has a strong addiction to food.

However, the presence of Youdou here makes Wanmin Hall a little more lively.

Chef Mao watched the diners gather and did not chase them away. He just smiled and watched everyone play cards and have fun.

The purpose of Wanmin Hall is to serve the people. Although providing a place to play cards and eat does not go together, Master Mao does not care about these.

Nodding to the smiling Master Mao,

Wang Daoyi walked around the crowd and went to the kitchen.

As soon as I entered the kitchen, I saw Xiangling and Jiuqi Shinobu fiddling with pastries, as if they were researching some new dish.

"Brother Daoyi, you are done now, come here, A-nin and I have researched some new pastries, come and try them."

When Xiangling saw Wang Daoyi, she immediately smiled and waved, motioning Wang Daoyi to come over and taste the new pastries.

on the side,

Guoba looked at Xiangling in disbelief.

There was a hint of grievance in his eyes.

It was clearly helping to light the fire and assist with the work.

How come when it comes to eating, it’s Wang Dao who eats it first?

Is this world a little too unfair?

Seeing the little look in the eyes of Guoba,

Wang Daoyi burst out laughing, walked to the stove, looked at the freshly baked pastries, took a sniff, and a fragrance entered his nostrils.

I picked up a piece of pastry that looked a bit like rice crust, put it into my mouth, and savored it carefully.

"Hmm, it smells so good. Let me guess. This is the scent of Qingxin. Hmm, it doesn't have a bitter taste. Is it Qingxin that has been specially processed? It's a very good pastry."

"Of course. A-nin taught me a special processing method that can offset the bitterness of Qingxin and retain that light fragrance."

Hearing Wang Daoyi's comments, Xiangling smiled, answered Wang Daoyi's question first, and then looked at A Ren proudly: "I told you, Brother Daoyi can definitely eat it out."

Jiuqi Shinobu didn't say anything, just smiled and nodded, still processing the ingredients in his hands.

Beside him, Guoba was getting more and more anxious.

Watching Wang Daoyi enjoying delicious food was more painful than being hungry himself.

Guoba walked timidly to Wang Daoyi's side, stretched out his little hand and poked Wang Daoyi's thigh.

Wang Dao bowed his head.

I saw Guoba blinking frantically, his small eyes as big as beans flickering like stars.

"Lulile~" (I want to eat too!)

Wang Daoyi shook his head at the Guoba, then gestured to Xiangling who was discussing the recipe with Jiuqi Shinobu again.

What I mean is, if Xiangling doesn’t give it to you, I dare not give it to you.

Guoba was furious, opened his bear mouth, and bit Wang Daoyi's trouser leg.

then……

Guoba, with a look of grievance, opened his mouth and felt a little pain in his teeth.

Wang Daoyi’s legs are so hard.

There was a hint of smile in his eyes. Sometimes, teasing Guoba was quite interesting.

Take a cake off the stove,

Hand it to Guoba's eyes,

"Eat quickly. Don't let Xiangling see you, or she'll make you lose weight again."

"Lulile!"

With a cry of surprise, Guoba stretched out his little hand, took the pastry from Wang Daoyi's hand, then timidly returned to the stove, and started to eat secretly while making a fire.

Playing with the rice crust,

Wang Daoyi looked at Jiuqi Shinobu and sighed slightly in his heart.

In the end, I didn’t tell anyone about the old dean.

The old dean is too tired. Having guarded a secret for a thousand years and witnessed the departure of his relatives and friends, his heart is already full of scars.

He chose to let Hu Tao pass away after three days, probably because he wanted to enjoy the last peaceful time alone.

There is no need for Jiuqi Shinobu and others to disturb the old man's last moments.

Even if this disturbance is out of concern.

"Wait three days before telling Jiuqi Shinobu. During these three days, let the old dean rest."

I gave up the idea of ​​telling Dean Jiuqi Shinobu the information now.

Wang Daoyi took a look at the two girls fiddling with the ingredients, shook his head slightly, and left the kitchen on his own accord.

Outside, more people gathered around to watch the card game. In addition to Yidou, some diners took out their own card boxes and started a sacred duel in Wanmin Hall.

For a moment, Wanmin Hall looked more like a memorial hall than a memorial hall, and it didn’t look like a proper restaurant at all.

Unfortunately, Wang Daoyi is not interested in playing cards. Although he is now the ruler of the desert, he does not have the desert people's "card-playing gene" in his body.

I was thinking whether I should go to Yun Han Society to listen to Yun Jin sing.

Then I saw a person dressed as Inazuma coming in from the door.

The visitor looked very polite. He looked around and frowned, "Wanmintang... isn't it a restaurant? Did I come to the wrong place?"

The visitor took a few steps back in confusion, then raised his head and looked at the sign of Wanmin Hall.

"That's right, this is Wanmin Hall? Isn't this the best folk restaurant in Liyue? How did it become a card room?"

There was shock in the visitor's eyes, and he really couldn't understand what was going on.