Chapter 69

Liyue was bustling with excitement over the sale of cars.

The first buyers were thrilled.

After getting their cars and license plates, the thing they enjoyed most was driving around to show off.

Now, you could see people carefully driving through the streets of Liyue Harbor.

Not too fast—but certainly eye-catching.

A car on the streets was undoubtedly the center of attention.

However, some people noticed something odd.

The models available for purchase were not the same as the one Hu Tao had driven.

This puzzled many, leading them to ask questions.

Faced with such inquiries, the sales staff didn't know how to respond.

They were only responsible for selling the vehicles sent from Guili Plains.

They had no idea about the special car Hu Tao drove.

Upon learning of this, Ningguang sent out a brief statement.

She clarified that the car driven by Hu Tao and Zhongli had been personally gifted by Takumi.

It was not available for sale.

There would be further discussion on such models in the future.

Many people were disappointed by this answer.

After all, the current selection didn't fully meet everyone's needs.

But there was no alternative.

Since it was a personal gift from Takumi, they had no way to acquire it themselves.

It wasn't as if they could just go and demand one from him.

Takumi had no obligation to accommodate them.

At this point, his status was almost on par with the Liyue Qixing.

People had to tread carefully when dealing with him.

Meanwhile, Takumi was leisurely drinking tea.

Before long, a Qianyan soldier hurried in.

"Mr. Takumi, merchants from Mondstadt have arrived."

Hearing this, Takumi nodded.

"Then receive them properly."

"There's no need to report this to me."

"If they want to purchase properties or something similar, let Keqing handle it."

Takumi had no interest in dealing with business negotiations.

That was Keqing's responsibility.

She knew the pricing and wouldn't budge easily.

With Ningguang absent, Keqing was the best person for the job.

The sales center had already been set up.

There was no need to bring merchants to Wangshu Inn anymore.

Hearing Takumi's words, the Qianyan soldier nodded.

"Understood. I will inform Miss Keqing."

After saying this, he quickly left.

Takumi shook his head and didn't think much about it.

Mondstadt's merchants had arrived—Keqing would handle them.

If it were Diluc, though, Takumi might have gone to greet him personally.

That would be an interesting meeting.

After finishing his tea, Takumi stood up and decided to visit Sucrose.

He wanted to check on her research progress.

Sucrose had moved her workshop to Albedo's lab.

She no longer conducted experiments at Wangshu Inn.

For her, it was more efficient to work alongside Albedo, asking for guidance whenever she encountered difficulties.

As Takumi stepped outside Wangshu Inn, he spotted the group of Mondstadt merchants.

To his surprise, Diluc was among them.

Takumi was slightly taken aback.

Diluc had actually come in person?

Realizing this, Takumi changed his plans and walked toward them.

At that moment, Keqing was about to guide the merchants on a tour of the available properties.

She then noticed Takumi approaching.

Seeing him, Keqing was puzzled.

Hadn't Takumi said he didn't care about these business dealings?

Why was he coming down now?

Diluc also noticed Takumi.

He was surprised as well.

Was this the Takumi mentioned in the reports?

Much of what was happening in Guili Plains was due to his guidance.

In other words, Liyue's transformation was being driven by the man before him.

A remarkable individual indeed.

Takumi walked straight over.

Keqing couldn't help but ask:

"Why are you here?"

Takumi nodded toward her.

"I saw Mr. Diluc, so I came to greet him."

He then turned to Diluc.

"Mr. Diluc, shall we have a chat?"

Diluc's eyes flickered with curiosity.

Did Takumi already know who he was?

Although he was puzzled, he agreed.

There were things he needed to discuss with Takumi as well.

Business opportunities were vast here.

Takumi led Diluc away from the group.

The two of them returned to Wangshu Inn.

Diluc glanced at Takumi, who was walking ahead, and decided to voice his question.

"Mr. Takumi, what did you wish to discuss?"

Hearing this, Takumi smiled.

"Mr. Diluc, let me introduce myself first."

"I'm Takumi."

"The chief overseer of Guili Plains."

"I didn't expect you to visit in person this time."

"So, I thought it would be a good opportunity to talk."

"This way, please."

Gesturing for Diluc to follow, Takumi led him to the elevator.

They ascended to his office at Wangshu Inn.

Upon entering, Diluc immediately noticed a massive model.

He was astonished.

Was this the full layout of Guili Plains once completed?

It was spectacular.

The architectural style was unlike anything from any nation.

According to his intelligence reports, Takumi had suddenly appeared in Liyue.

It was even suspected that he was a traveler from another world.

Was this the architectural style of that other world?

Takumi gestured for Diluc to sit.

Then, he started the conversation.

"Mr. Diluc, I assume you've come in person to purchase some properties?"

As he spoke, Takumi poured tea for him.

Diluc nodded.

"Yes."

"That was the plan."

"And after seeing these developments, I'm even more certain."

Hearing this, Takumi smirked slightly.

"That's great."

"Come, let me introduce you to the area."

Takumi stood up and walked toward the large model.

Diluc followed closely.

Takumi then began explaining his vision for the development.

"This area will become the main commercial district."

"Major trade guilds will be based here."

"The Feiyun Commerce Guild has already purchased this building."

"Other chambers of commerce are currently negotiating."

"Over here is the residential district."

"The houses here will be sold as private residences."

"And this is the food court. Over here is the grand shopping mall."

"If you're considering opening a tavern, I'd recommend setting up here."

Takumi pointed toward the food district.

Undoubtedly, it would be a lively area in the future.

There were multiple plaza spaces and entertainment hubs.

A tavern in this location would thrive.

Listening to Takumi's introduction, Diluc nodded in agreement.

The entire layout was well-planned.

It was impressive.

His gaze then fell on the grand shopping mall Takumi had mentioned.

No explanation was needed—this intrigued him.

A shopping mall?

Just how large would it be?

Diluc was growing more and more interested.