Chapter 105

Ningguang was a god-like figure in the hearts of many businessmen in Liyue.

Even throwing some scraps of paper from the Jade Chamber could cause a frenzy among the people.

Therefore, if she were to invest in real estate here, others would surely follow suit.

Takumi immediately understood Ningguang's intention.

"No problem. I'll reserve a set for all of you."

"Yaoyao, make sure to inform Ganyu that I've set aside a manor for her here."

With that, Takumi adjusted the layout of the estates once more, building a series of manors around the Statue of the Seven and transforming the area into a luxury district.

The model continued to shift as Takumi made modifications.

Soon, several estates encircling the Statue of the Seven were completed, divided into multiple tiers.

On the highest level surrounding the statue were the estates of Takumi and his associates.

Below, there was a villa district.

Mingyun Village lay on the other side, offering a clear view of both the snow-capped mountains and the vast sea.

The estates were neatly arranged, with the Statue of the Seven serving as a backdrop.

Seeing the completed layout, everyone's eyes lit up.

Living in such a place would be a dream come true.

Ningguang couldn't help but smile, looking forward to the project.

When it came to luxury and status, Takumi knew exactly how to appeal to the wealthy.

"Interesting," Ningguang mused. "If this place is built, everyone will know we have homes here."

"Merchants will surely flock to this area."

Beidou rubbed her chin as she observed Takumi's model.

She instantly grasped Takumi's plan.

"Are you planning to turn this into Liyue's most prestigious residential district?"

"No wonder the merchants would be drawn here."

"Alright, that's it for now," Takumi said. "If adjustments are needed later, I'll take care of them."

"When the time comes, I'll personally reshape the terrain."

"The current land is uneven, making it difficult to build houses."

The area around the statue was chaotic, with rough and uneven terrain.

For construction to be feasible, the land would need to be leveled and restructured.

With the power of the Vision, Takumi could easily handle it.

Manors were built around the Statue of the Seven.

Below them, a row of villas lined the area.

Just imagining the sight was satisfying.

Additionally, the land wasn't suitable for farming and would need further modification.

If not for the unsuitable soil, Takumi could have developed some farmland.

Perhaps Sucrose could research salt-tolerant crops that could grow in coastal conditions.

Mingyun Village's land had been altered due to the influence of the Salt Archon, whose power had changed the soil composition.

Even though Takumi possessed the power of a Vision, altering the land itself was beyond his current capability.

Unless, of course, he became significantly stronger.

While he held the Heart of God, Takumi's power was still at the level of an average deity.

Compared to Zhongli, he was no match.

In Zhongli's hands, even a god would be effortlessly defeated.

If Takumi truly wished to change the land's properties, he would need to grow much stronger.

With the discussion concluded, Ningguang saw no reason to linger.

She had only come to meet with Beidou.

Now that everything had been settled, it was time for her to leave.

Before departing, Ningguang turned to Takumi.

"Takumi, Guiliyuan is nearly complete."

"Some areas still need time to be finished."

"You should start setting up your own administrative offices."

"And don't forget to allocate space for your own operations."

Takumi immediately realized his oversight.

He had been focused on development but hadn't yet established a proper office space.

For now, he and his team had been working from Wangshu Inn.

But that wasn't sustainable.

Wangshu Inn was a business, not a permanent headquarters.

Takumi nodded, considering his options.

"Don't worry. I'll take care of it."

He had already earmarked a location for his office.

Once the construction was completed, they could move in immediately.

Ningguang nodded in approval.

"Good."

"When the time comes, I'll have Ganyu assist you."

"She's highly skilled in administrative management."

If anyone in Liyue excelled in managing construction projects and governmental affairs, it was Ganyu.

With that settled, Ningguang left.

Meanwhile, Beidou decided to explore the area and planned to learn how to drive.

She intended to stay here for a while.

As for handling trade matters, she would leave that to her crew.

Takumi, rather than dwelling on it, focused on his tasks.

The next major concern was organizing the various departments for the project.

Perhaps he could recruit some people who had nothing better to do.

For example, Xingqiu.

That might actually work.

Although Xingqiu was often buried in books, he was still useful.

Takumi decided he would discuss it with him later.

Just as he was contemplating this, Shenhe walked in.

Behind her were a young man eating a popsicle and Xingqiu, whom Takumi had just been thinking about.

Wasn't that Chongyun?

Why was he here too?

"What brings you here?" Takumi asked curiously.

Xingqiu sighed helplessly.

"We came to learn how to drive," he explained. "And then we ran into Miss Shenhe."

He shot a cautious glance at Shenhe.

To be honest, he was somewhat afraid of her.

After all, she had a rather intimidating presence.

Chongyun greeted Takumi cheerfully.

"Takumi, long time no see!"

Since Takumi had spent time in Liyue Harbor, he was familiar with both Chongyun and Xingqiu.

Takumi nodded in greeting.

At that moment, Klee greeted Xingqiu excitedly.

"Sister Xingqiu!"

Chongyun's expression changed instantly.

Sister?

Was his good friend actually a girl?

Masaka?!

Yaoyao, standing beside Klee, glanced at Xingqiu and smirked.

"Hello, Sister Xingqiu."

Hearing Yaoyao's words, Qiqi also joined in.

"Hello, Sister."

Xingqiu looked like he was about to faint.

"I'm not a sister!!"

"How many times do I have to say this, Klee? I'm a man!"

"And Yaoyao, what are you trying to pull here?!"

He was utterly exasperated.

Had Takumi been spreading misinformation to Klee?

"But Sister Xingqiu is a sister," Klee insisted innocently. "Brother Takumi said so."

"He said Sister Xingqiu is just a girl who wears men's clothes."

"So, Sister Xingqiu is definitely a sister."

Hearing Klee's words, Xingqiu nearly coughed up blood in frustration.