Chapter 122

Back at the office, Shen He also went to do her own thing.

She didn't stay there much longer.

Next, Shen He went to her master.

Not long after, Keqing also arrived.

"How's it going? Is everything going well?" Keqing asked straight to the point upon seeing Takumi.

Takumi nodded. "All is going well. The next step is to see the harvest. Sucrose is still there."

After asking about these matters, Keqing started to inform Takumi about developments on her end.

"Our clothing store is open, and business is booming. Every day is busy, and I plan to open more branches in the future. I even considered expanding to Mondstadt, but due to the dragon plague there, that plan is on hold. We'll focus on Liyue for now."

When Takumi heard what Keqing said, he immediately shook his head. "You can handle these things. Just let me know the results. I'm only responsible for collecting money."

Although he and Keqing had started the clothing store together, Takumi preferred not to manage the details. He only provided the clothing designs, leaving the rest to Keqing.

Although Keqing was a little frustrated, she still nodded and proceeded to report other updates.

She informed Takumi about construction progress, mentioning that some sites were nearly completed. Several tall buildings had already been built, and glass windows and doors were being installed. Interior renovations were also underway, and soon these buildings would be operational.

In addition, the school had already laid its foundation, and construction had begun.

Lastly, she mentioned Beidou's shipyard.

"Beidou has already left Liyue. She went to Inazuma and Fontaine. She asked you to prepare the ship designs so that construction can begin when she returns."

Listening to Keqing's report, Takumi nodded. "I understand. I'll have the designs ready when needed."

These were minor matters Takumi could handle at any time.

After finishing the updates, Keqing left, having come only to report these matters.

After she left, others entered one after another to report on various aspects of Guiliyuan's progress, including taxes.

Some shops had already opened, meaning tax collection had begun. However, the collected amount was still small—only tens of thousands of Mora at most—since only a few shops had opened within the month.

Takumi didn't pay much attention to it. The amount was insignificant compared to leyline income.

However, the secretary reporting on tax matters suddenly made a suggestion.

"Lord Takumi, if possible, I hope you can approve the establishment of a hospital in Guiliyuan. We don't have one yet. A colleague recently caught a cold and had to travel back to Liyue Harbor for treatment."

Takumi was momentarily stunned upon hearing this.

"I didn't consider that carefully. I'll handle it."

The reminder made Takumi realize that Guiliyuan lacked a hospital. While education and business were being addressed, healthcare had been overlooked.

With Takumi's approval, the secretary felt relieved. Although Guiliyuan had developed in many ways, the absence of a hospital and even a pharmacy was inconvenient.

After reporting these matters, the secretary hurriedly left.

Takumi then took out his wireless communicator and contacted Ningguang, requesting her assistance in finding doctors.

If necessary, Takumi was even willing to open a pharmacy himself—or better yet, let Qiqi manage one. Training Qiqi to become the face of a pharmacy seemed like a great idea. Although Qiqi only retained seven days' worth of memory, she could dispense medicine as long as she had a prescription.

When Ningguang heard Takumi's request, she immediately agreed. She was highly cooperative with Takumi, giving him whatever he needed.

Recruiting doctors was a minor issue. Coincidentally, many small clinics in Liyue Harbor had been struggling due to competition from Bubu Pharmacy. It seemed reasonable to relocate those doctors to Guiliyuan.

After finalizing his conversation with Ningguang, she instructed her secretary to handle the arrangements.

Takumi, having sorted out these matters, left the office and headed toward the alchemy workshop.

He felt it was time to visit Albedo and gather more knowledge—particularly regarding the technology used in ruin guards. It would expand his combat skills.

During his previous battle, he had realized how beneficial it would be to have laser cannons like those of the ruin guards. If he could replicate that technology, combat would become significantly easier.

Thousands of laser cannons firing at once? That was efficiency.

He was also intrigued by anti-gravity technology. Perhaps he could even create a floating motorcycle like a certain duck with a revoked driver's license.

With these ideas in mind, Takumi arrived at Albedo's laboratory.

Klee was also there, enthusiastically sharing her Qingce Village adventure with Albedo.

Albedo looked slightly exasperated but listened patiently.

When Klee noticed Takumi's arrival, she immediately brightened up. "Brother Takumi!"

Hearing Klee's greeting, Takumi nodded before turning his gaze toward Albedo.

"Looking for me?" Albedo asked, immediately aware of Takumi's intentions.

Takumi smiled. "I actually came to ask for some of your technological expertise."

Albedo raised an eyebrow. "You need my expertise? What specifically?"

He was puzzled—why would Takumi seek his knowledge?

Takumi didn't hesitate and explained directly.

"I want access to ruin guard technology—all types. Would you happen to have that knowledge? Of course, I'm not asking for it for free. If you need anything in return, let me know."

Takumi had no intention of taking without giving in return.

Although it was tempting to simply acquire the information, he had to consider Albedo's goodwill.

Hearing Takumi's request, Albedo's eyes flashed with curiosity.

However, he quickly nodded and, without hesitation, retrieved several notebooks from his storage and handed them to Takumi.

Takumi was momentarily stunned.

That easy?

No conditions?