Chapter 41

Takumi had been staying in Mondstadt with Albedo.

It took some time to finally retrieve the Teyvat version of the electric box and transformer.

This meant that Takumi and the others could start laying the circuit.

After obtaining the blueprint from Albedo, Takumi set it aside. Then, looking at Albedo, he continued:

"Mr. Albedo, There are more things that I need your help with. Although the transformer and electric box have been completed, the next step, power generation, needs to be handled by you. Using mechanisms and alchemy to generate Electro energy and then gathering it together will produce electricity. For example, when water flows, it can activate a mechanism. Inside this mechanism, a device generates Electro energy. The most important component is actually the device that can generate Electro energy."

In Teyvat, electricity corresponds to the Electro element.

Albedo listened to Takumi's suggestion, frowning slightly.

"Using alchemy and mechanisms to generate Electro energy? This requires careful research."

He had never considered such a concept before, but it seemed promising. If this problem could be solved, then the issue of slime-powered energy shortages might also be resolved.

Thinking about this, Albedo began to understand Takumi's plan. The power station Takumi mentioned was an essential facility for the future. Originally, Albedo thought Takumi would rely on capturing Electro Slimes for energy. However, it now seemed that Takumi had another plan—generating their own electricity.

It seemed feasible.

Alice had mentioned something like this before.

At that moment, Takumi continued:

"In addition to this, we also need to study how to convert heat into electricity. We need to develop an element conversion device. If we succeed, we can use Pyro-based sources, like the Flaming Tree, to generate electricity. Miss Alice's book discusses such ideas, and I find them fascinating."

...

Sure enough!

Hearing this, Albedo's expression shifted as he looked at Takumi.

Has Takumi read Miss Alice's book too?

No wonder.

The whimsical ideas inside seemed to be realized by Takumi. Although unconventional, someone was willing to fund this project, and Albedo was quite pleased with that. Plus, there was financial gain—what could be better?

After finalizing the discussion with Albedo, Takumi gathered his materials and prepared to leave.

When Klee saw this, she hurriedly followed.

Noticing this, Takumi reached out and grabbed Klee's hand. She did not resist, allowing him to lead her away.

With Klee, Takumi approached the alchemists, handed over the blueprints, and instructed them to begin production immediately. Then, he prepared to take Klee back to Wangshu Inn.

However, just as they were about to depart, a voice called out from behind him.

"Klee!"

Hearing the voice, Klee was instantly startled, then turned around in excitement.

"Captain Jean!!"

Klee's eyes lit up as she saw who had arrived. Immediately, she let go of Takumi's hand and ran straight toward Jean.

"Captain Jean! How did you get here?"

Throwing herself into Jean's arms, Klee was ecstatic. She hadn't expected the Acting Grand Master to come.

Looking at the adorable Klee, Jean's lips curved into a soft smile. To be honest, Klee had been away from Mondstadt for a while, and Jean had missed her.

"Klee, have you been behaving? You haven't used bombs recklessly, have you?"

As soon as Klee heard Jean's words, she pouted unhappily.

"Klee hasn't! Klee hasn't hurt anyone with bombs. But... I did blow up some fish! Brother Takumi allowed me to do it."

She said this proudly.

Legally fried fish—understand?

Hearing Klee's response, Jean sighed, her forehead covered with imaginary black lines.

"You little troublemaker..." Jean muttered.

At that moment, another voice chimed in.

"Little cutie, have you forgotten about me?"

Lisa, who had arrived with Jean, finally spoke up, feigning displeasure.

Had this little girl completely ignored her?

"Lisa... hello, sister," Klee greeted instinctively, but quickly adjusted her words.

Hearing this, Lisa's eyes gleamed with amusement.

"Good~! I'll let it slide this time," she said playfully.

At that moment, Takumi stepped forward.

"Nice to meet you. I'm Takumi. Captain Jean, Miss Lisa, it's a pleasure."

Hearing Takumi's introduction, both women turned their attention to him. When they saw his handsome appearance, a flicker of surprise crossed their faces. Lisa, in particular, sensed something—there was a powerful force within Takumi's body.

At that moment, Klee excitedly introduced him.

"Captain Jean, this is Brother Takumi! He's been very kind to me."

Jean nodded and looked at Takumi.

"Hello, Mr. Takumi. I'm Jean, the Acting Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius. Thank you for taking care of Klee."

Jean was already aware of Takumi. She had learned from Ningguang's letter that Liyue's Tianquan highly valued him. Although he held no official position in Liyue, his status was comparable to Ningguang's.

Lisa introduced herself next.

"Hello, Mr. Takumi. I'm Lisa. I look forward to working with you."

Lisa studied Takumi curiously, particularly the formidable power he possessed. However, since they had only just met, she chose not to question him about it.

"Please, come with me," Takumi said. "I'll take you to Wangshu Inn to rest before heading to Liyue Harbor."

With that, he invited them to follow him.

There were other Knights of Favonius members present, but they seemed like background characters.

It appeared that only Jean and Lisa had come.

Takumi glanced at Lisa. Perhaps Jean felt that bringing Lisa alone was sufficient.

Takumi didn't dwell on it. Whatever discussions needed to happen, they could do so with Ningguang later.

Turning around, he began leading the group toward Wangshu Inn.

Jean and the Knights followed, observing the surroundings. The area was undergoing significant construction, with houses rising from the ground.

Takumi, however, was curious about something else.

Hadn't Mondstadt been dealing with the Dragon Plague recently?