Chapter 163
Along the way, every now and then, a car full of cement would pass by.
Watching the vehicles constantly heading toward Mondstadt, Lumine asked curiously:
"Are these people building roads?"
She remembered the rough road from earlier and couldn't help but ask.
Hearing her words, Takumi nodded.
"Yes."
"They're building a road."
"This road connects Mondstadt and Liyue."
"Eventually, buses will run along it."
"It will make trade and travel much more convenient."
Hearing this, Lumine nodded.
Looking at the road ahead, she couldn't help but think.
Before the road was built, traveling here must have been extremely difficult.
Without proper roads, who knows how long it would take to reach Liyue?
Now that the road was paved, she could truly appreciate its convenience.
Diona was also staring wide-eyed at the ever-changing scenery outside the window.
The speed of this car was incredible.
Especially when driving on smooth roads.
Much more comfortable and faster than a carriage.
So amazing!
Compared to the roads in Mondstadt, it was completely different.
At this time, Takumi was also deep in thought.
Continuing to transport cement like this wasn't ideal.
It would be better to have Ningguang establish a factory in Mondstadt.
After pondering for a while, Takumi made up his mind.
When they arrived at Shimen, Takumi and the others chose to rest for the night.
The next day, Takumi resumed the journey.
As the car continued moving, Diona and Lumine caught sight of the city ahead.
The outline of a grand city slowly emerged in their field of vision.
From a distance, it looked spectacular.
Nearby, a massive power station stood prominently.
They couldn't help but stare in awe.
Upon learning that all of this was built by Takumi, Paimon's eyes widened in shock.
"Takumi, you're amazing!"
"Is all of this yours?"
"Are you actually the lord of this city?!"
Paimon was stunned.
She flew directly behind Takumi and started massaging his shoulders.
Seeing Paimon's fawning attitude, Lumine was speechless.
Paimon, have some dignity!
Now you're acting like a complete bootlicker.
"Well, that's how it is."
"Surprised?"
"I'm rich, right?"
Takumi chuckled, clearly amused.
Hearing his words, Paimon nodded eagerly.
"Exactly!"
"You're incredible!"
"So, if I come over, can I eat whatever I want for free?"
"No need to pay?"
"Nope!"
"If you don't pay, I'll sell you."
"You need to pay."
"And don't forget, you're here to find a job."
Takumi rolled his eyes at the little glutton.
No money for food?
Wishful thinking!
"Wait, Lumine is looking for a job?"
"If she's working, can I just stick with you instead?"
Paimon wasted no time in selling out Lumine.
Lumine immediately felt betrayed.
"Takumi, if you want Paimon, just give me ten thousand Mora, and she's yours."
Want Paimon?
10,000 Mora, and she's all yours.
"Hey!!"
Paimon was instantly furious.
"No way!!"
"Absolutely not!!"
"Lumine, what are you talking about?!"
An outraged Paimon turned to glare at Lumine.
Seeing her reaction, Lumine simply rolled her eyes.
"Humph!"
"Didn't you just say my job has nothing to do with you?"
"If that's the case, then I'll sell you off."
The two started arguing in the car.
Watching them bicker, Takumi couldn't help but laugh.
These two were truly entertaining.
Meanwhile, Klee and the others were simply enjoying the ride.
The car sped along smoothly.
By afternoon, Takumi and the others finally arrived at Guili Plains.
Upon entering the city, Lumine and Paimon were stunned by the sight before them.
Was this really a newly built city?
Takumi pulled up in front of Xiangling's restaurant and parked the car.
"Alright, get out."
With that, Takumi turned off the engine, took his Vision, and stepped out.
The others followed suit.
Seeing the group arrive, Xiangling smiled and called out:
"Takumi, come in."
"I'll cook for you."
With that, Xiangling headed inside.
Takumi didn't refuse.
Turning to Klee and the others, he gestured for them to follow before heading inside as well.
"Wow~!"
"It's so lively here."
Seeing the bustling restaurant, Paimon was shocked.
Was business really this good?
How much money was Xiangling making in a day?
And you could eat right away after paying?
So convenient!
"Oh, Chef Xiangling is back?"
"Great!"
"Tomorrow's meals will be even better!"
"Lord Takumi is back from Mondstadt too?"
Many customers greeted Takumi and Xiangling.
Some regulars were especially happy to see Xiangling return.
Tomorrow's food was going to be even tastier.
No doubt about it.
After all, Chef Xiangling was back.
Xiangling returned the greetings warmly.
Paimon, watching from behind, widened her eyes in surprise.
"Wow~!"
"Lumine, it looks like a lot of people know Takumi and Xiangling."
Hearing this, Lumine nodded.
Indeed.
It really seemed that way.
Xiangling went straight to the kitchen to prepare dinner for everyone.
Meanwhile, Takumi led Lumine and Klee to a private room upstairs.
After sitting down, Takumi called Keqing and Shenhe, inviting them to join for dinner.
He also contacted Xingqiu and Chongyun.
Soon, a waiter arrived with tea.
At this moment, Lumine curiously looked around.
Especially at the lights in the room.
Something about them felt both unfamiliar and familiar.
She had seen something like this before.
As these thoughts surfaced, Lumine felt a sudden pain in her head.
"Lumine, what's wrong?"
Noticing her discomfort, Paimon immediately became concerned.
Did something happen?
Lumine shook her head.
"No, I just remembered something."
Looking at the lights, her eyes flashed with recognition.
She had seen these kinds of lights before—in another world.
"What did you remember?"
At that moment, Takumi, having finished his call, looked at Lumine curiously.
Hearing his question, Lumine paused.
Then she nodded.
"Well, I remembered some old memories."
"But only a little."
As she spoke, she gave Takumi a puzzled look.
Was this guy really that capable?
It felt like he knew so much more than he let on.
Lumine couldn't help but wonder.
Takumi glanced at her, amused.
Only remembered a little?
Looks like she had been hit hard by Celestia.