Chapter 274

What Takumi sent to the group immediately caught everyone's attention.

It wasn't just Ningguang who saw it.

Liyue's other high-ranking officials also took notice.

Ganyu:

[A bountiful harvest year!]

Uncle Tian:

[Wow, this means we can reduce food imports this year.]

Keqing:

[Is Shenhe back? This year's grain harvest looks great.]

Yanfei:

[Good news! Has grain production really increased?]

Ganyu and several others reacted even before Ningguang did.

Even Zhongli was silently observing the chat.

However, he did not speak.

Looking at the pictures, Zhongli couldn't help but smile.

But soon, he regained his composure.

He knew about the food situation.

This success was led by Takumi.

He had gone directly to Mondstadt and found an alchemist.

In Takumi's words, it would be a waste not to use the little girl's knowledge to improve food production.

Without a doubt, Takumi's decision was correct.

The shy little alchemist had provided a satisfactory solution.

At that moment, the wealthy and resourceful Ningguang finally chimed into the chat.

Ningguang:

[I will make sure to properly thank her.]

[This has solved a major problem for us!]

If she could, she would have liked to keep Sucrose in Liyue.

Talents like her were always worth keeping.

Unfortunately, Sucrose was from Mondstadt.

It was impossible for her to stay permanently.

For now, she could only provide assistance with research.

And, of course, she needed to be compensated fairly.

With that in mind, Ningguang quickly made a decision.

Since Sucrose had helped Liyue with a major issue, she would ensure that any of Sucrose's needs were met.

Thinking this, Ningguang searched for Sucrose's chat account in the adjacent group.

After finding her, she immediately sent a friend request.

She intended to chat with Sucrose.

She wanted to ask what she needed and ensure everything was prepared.

Seeing Ningguang's response, Takumi nodded in satisfaction.

With this, he no longer had to worry.

Satisfied, Takumi sent one last message in the group before putting away his phone.

It was time to finish work.

Feeling that it was the right moment, Takumi took Shenhe and returned to the manor.

Dinner should be ready by now, thanks to Noelle.

He wondered if they would be having fish tonight.

Earlier, Klee had mentioned that she was going to catch a really big fish.

But had she succeeded?

When Takumi and Shenhe arrived home, they found that the little ones had already returned.

Seeing Takumi, Klee excitedly ran up to him.

"Brother Takumi!"

"Today, Klee caught a really big fish!"

"It's enough for us to eat for a long, long time!"

"So I invited Sister Xiangling over too."

"She's busy in the kitchen right now."

"And Sister Hu Tao is here too."

"They're both helping!"

Klee eagerly reported her success, seeking praise.

Hearing her words, Takumi was genuinely surprised.

"Is this the fish you said needed several people to carry?"

Klee nodded enthusiastically.

"Yes!"

"Klee has been watching it for a long, long time."

"It swam so fast, I almost lost it!"

"Luckily, Brother Takumi's bomb was really powerful!"

As she spoke, Klee had a lingering look of relief on her face.

If the fish had escaped, she would have been sad for a long time.

Now, Takumi was curious.

What kind of fish had Klee caught?

Out of curiosity, he walked into the kitchen.

There, he saw Xiangling handling a massive light-blue fish.

It was nearly three meters long.

"Goodness!"

"A fake dragon?"

Wasn't this the pseudo-dragon from the game?

Legend said it was a descendant of dragons.

In reality, it was merely a distant offshoot of the dragon species.

It had dark-colored scales, and its combat abilities were quite impressive.

It could even compete with smaller sea beasts.

But right now, this fish looked rather miserable.

Judging by its state, it had taken quite a few explosions.

"Takumi, do you know this type of fish?"

"It's a very rare delicacy."

"I never expected Klee to actually catch one."

"It's amazing!"

"Wait a little while, and I'll let you taste my cooking."

"It's a rare opportunity to cook with such an ingredient!"

Xiangling was extremely excited.

For a chef, getting the chance to prepare such an elusive fish was a golden opportunity.

These creatures were incredibly difficult to catch.

They were aggressive predators in the water.

They would even attack intruders who entered their territory, regardless of how strong the opponent was.

Yet now, Klee had successfully taken one down with an explosion.

Hearing Xiangling's words, Takumi nodded.

"Then I'm looking forward to it."

"I won't disturb you for now."

Takumi glanced at the busy kitchen.

Xiangling, Lumine, Paimon, and Noelle were all working on preparing the meal.

Not wanting to interfere, he left the kitchen.

Outside, Klee eagerly looked up at him.

"Brother Takumi!"

"Is Klee amazing?"

Hearing the little one's words, Takumi chuckled.

"Klee is incredible."

"By the way, Klee, did you take a picture?"

"If you catch a big fish like this, you should take a photo."

Hearing this, Klee blinked in confusion.

"Why take a picture?"

She didn't understand.

"It's a pity."

"Next time you catch a big fish, take a picture with your phone."

"Then you can share it with others."

"Let everyone know how great you are at catching fish."

"When Captain Jean gets her new phone, you can send her a picture too."

Hearing Takumi's suggestion, Klee's eyes sparkled.

Could she really do that?

But then she hesitated.

"But if Captain Jean finds out I blew up fish, she'll put me in confinement."

She pouted.

Wouldn't that just be giving evidence to the commander?

Takumi noticed her concerned expression and laughed.

"Silly Klee."

"You're in Liyue now, not Mondstadt."

"You're not blowing up fish in Cider Lake."

"So what are you afraid of?"

He tapped her lightly on the forehead.

"This is Liyue. No one will lock you up."

Hearing Takumi's words, Klee's eyes lit up.

"That's right!"

"This is Liyue, and Brother Takumi won't put Klee in confinement!"

"Captain Jean is in Mondstadt—she isn't here!"

After realizing this, Klee became even more excited.

She decided that next time, she would definitely take a picture.

Even if she sent it to Captain Jean, she wouldn't get in trouble.

More importantly, she could show the pictures to her mother when she returned.

Thinking about this, Klee's eyes sparkled with excitement.