Chapter 45

Takumi and Klee sat in the private room, quietly waiting for Xiangling to bring the food.

However, before they could wait long, there was a knock on the door.

Hearing it, Takumi was a little puzzled.

"Please come in."

As soon as Takumi spoke, a person wearing the uniform of the Adventurers' Guild walked in.

"Hello, Mr. Takumi."

"Excuse me for interrupting."

"I'm Lan, the president of the Liyue Branch of the Adventurers' Guild."

Takumi was a little surprised upon hearing this.

The president of the Adventurers' Guild?

Wasn't she the one standing by the Guild in Liyue in the game—Sister Lan, who had been looking for the lost sword?

Now he understood.

"Hello, Miss Lan."

"Is there something you need?"

Takumi didn't quite understand why she had come.

Hearing his question, Sister Lan quickly explained her purpose.

"Our Adventurers' Guild hopes to establish a branch in Guili Plains."

"So, I'm here to negotiate the purchase of a building."

"Miss Ningguang informed me that you have authority over the properties there."

"Additionally, I'd like to discuss potential cooperation between the Guild and Liyue's development projects."

After understanding the reason for her visit, Takumi responded immediately:

"I see."

"How about this, Miss Lan?"

"A new street is being built, and we will soon hold a property auction."

"If you're interested in purchasing a building, you can visit Guili Plains to discuss the details."

"I can't give you an immediate answer now, but it would be best for you to see the available properties in person."

Hearing this, Sister Lan's eyes lit up.

"That makes sense."

"I understand."

"Then I won't disturb your meal any longer."

After bowing politely, she left.

Takumi shook his head and let out a sigh.

But then, more visitors started arriving—one after another, various merchants had seemingly caught wind of the news.

One by one, they came to meet him, leaving Takumi feeling a little overwhelmed.

After sending off several visitors, he finally found a moment of peace.

Seeing Takumi looking exhausted, Klee laughed mischievously.

Takumi sighed but chose to ignore her teasing.

Just when he thought he could finally enjoy a quiet meal, another knock came at the door.

Then, a familiar voice called out from outside.

"Takumi, are you in there?"

Hearing Xingqiu's voice, Takumi felt helpless.

"Come in."

Why was this guy here too?

It was probably related to business matters concerning his family's Chamber of Commerce.

Takumi and Xingqiu were acquainted, having discussed books and literature together in the past.

Since Xingqiu had come all this way, Takumi figured he might as well invite him to join the meal.

"Second Miss?"

"What, are you here for a property in Guili Plains too?"

Takumi teased.

Hearing Takumi's address, Xingqiu's face turned dark with frustration.

"I'm a man!!"

"Not a second miss!"

"You idiot, can you get this right already?"

"Do you know how embarrassing this is for me?"

Ignoring Xingqiu's protests, Takumi smirked as his friend entered the room and took a seat.

Xingqiu already knew what to expect.

If Takumi had invited Zhongli for a meal, then it was only a matter of time before he'd be roped into something as well.

He was mentally prepared.

If he was going to be dragged into this, he might as well get a good meal out of it.

"What brings you here?"

"You didn't just come to invite me to dinner, did you?"

Takumi asked, taking a sip of tea.

Xingqiu nodded.

"No, I'm like the other merchants."

"I'm here to ask about property."

"Our Feiyun Commerce Guild is planning to set up a logistics station there."

"So, we need a storefront."

"Preferably, an entire building."

After saying this, Xingqiu took a sip of tea.

Hearing his words, Takumi looked at him thoughtfully.

After a brief moment of consideration, he suddenly said:

"Feiyun Commerce Guild is one of Liyue's largest trade organizations."

"Would you be interested in purchasing an entire building for your headquarters?"

"A grand establishment would suit your status better than a few small shops."

"The available buildings are over ten stories tall."

"But construction will take some time."

"Right now, only smaller shops have been completed."

The corner of Takumi's mouth lifted slightly.

He was trying to convince Xingqiu to invest in a larger property.

After all, these buildings had been developed for wealthy buyers like him.

Hearing Takumi's suggestion, Xingqiu frowned slightly.

"A building?"

A ten-story property?

The current Feiyun Commerce Guild headquarters was only four stories tall.

That was already considered large by Liyue's standards.

But compared to what Takumi was offering, it suddenly seemed much smaller.

"Yes, a multi-story building."

"And don't worry about accessibility."

"We'll install elevators using mechanism techniques, ensuring convenience."

"Whether for transporting goods or daily operations, it'll be highly efficient."

"And, of course, the interior will be luxurious."

"Only a building like this is worthy of a prestigious trade guild, don't you think?"

Takumi smiled at Xingqiu.

Wasn't the purpose of these buildings to be sold?

If Xingqiu was interested, he might as well buy one.

Hearing Takumi's pitch, Xingqiu fell into deep thought.

However, he wasn't the sole decision-maker on such a large investment.

After some contemplation, he finally said:

"I'll visit Guili Plains soon to inspect the properties."

"But I can't make this decision alone."

"I'll have to discuss it with my father and elder brother first."

Takumi wasn't surprised.

Although Xingqiu was the second young master of the Feiyun Commerce Guild, purchasing a small shop was one thing.

But an entire multi-story building?

That required family approval.

If he made such a purchase without consulting them, he'd probably be in serious trouble when he returned home.

"Then have your father visit Guili Plains in a few days to discuss it in detail."

"When we officially open property sales, Ningguang will make an announcement."

Takumi said with a smile.

Xingqiu nodded.

He decided to put that topic aside for now and turned his attention to Klee.

"Who's this?"

He hadn't seen her before, but she looked adorable.

"I'm Klee!"

"Hello, big sister!"

Klee greeted cheerfully.

However, Xingqiu's expression darkened.

Big sister?!

What kind of joke was this?

He was a man!!