Chapter 399: What's Going On, Little Sis?

Keqing was a bit stunned when she suddenly received a message from Takumi.

He wanted to introduce Qiqi to a teacher who was also a zombie? How did Qiqi end up with Takumi in the first place? That really puzzled Keqing.

She couldn't quite figure out what had happened in between. But if Takumi said so, then the teacher he was introducing Qiqi to must be someone impressive.

Although Qiqi had been entrusted to her care, Keqing barely had time during the day. Only in the evening, when she returned home, did she get to play with Qiqi for a bit. Most of the time, Qiqi would go off to play with Yaoyao.

If Takumi could find someone to be her teacher, of course Keqing wouldn't refuse. She couldn't think of a reason to say no.

With that in mind, Keqing agreed right away. After replying to Takumi's message, she went back to work. She'd check out this teacher Takumi found for Qiqi later. For now, work came first!

On Takumi's end, he wasn't surprised when Keqing responded. The matter was settled.

He would bring Qiqi over to see the Empress shortly.

At present, Takumi had already returned to Velvie's lab with Qiqi and the others.

Velvie had completed the customizations for Klee and Yaoyao. Dodoco and Moon Laurel were now happily chatting away with the two little girls. They were clearly excited.

To Velvie, making things like this was a piece of cake. She even added some firepower systems.

What if something dangerous happened to these adorable girls in the future?

That's why she equipped the dolls with some weapons. The power cores were GN Solar Reactors provided by Takumi—semi-perpetual engines, more than enough.

If necessary, Dodoco could even transform into a turret to eliminate enemies. Of course, these weapons were set to activate only when the girls were in danger.

Upon returning and glancing at the dolls, Takumi immediately knew what Velvie had done. Looking at all the hidden tech she embedded, he didn't know what to say.

Was she already spoiling these two girls this much on their first meeting?

"You're back? Come, come! I prepared some for Qiqi and Fran too!"

Seeing Takumi return, Velvie excitedly brought out two more dolls she had made. She hadn't just made one or two. For someone like her, equipped with the Herrscher of Reason core, making these was like playing with toys.

She even made a ghost plushie for Qiqi and a teddy bear doll for Fran.

"Qiqi has one too?" Qiqi was momentarily stunned. She had one as well?

"Of course! Big sis Velvie is fair to everyone. Here, take it."

She sounded quite proud.

After thinking for a moment, Qiqi accepted the gift. She really liked the ghost plush.

Perhaps Velvie had already figured out what they liked while crafting these. She knew exactly what Qiqi and Fran would love.

Receiving these gifts, both girls quickly thanked her and ran off to chat with Klee.

"So cute! Hehe! Bring them here to play more often."

Velvie was clearly delighted. It was easy to see she genuinely adored these girls.

"If you've got time, just call them over yourself. Since everything is done, I'll take them with me now."

Takumi didn't plan on staying much longer. His business here was complete.

But Velvie was immediately displeased. "You jerk! I haven't had enough fun with them yet. You can't leave!"

She ran off to play with Klee and the others, refusing to let them go.

Takumi sighed helplessly. He had no choice but to stay for now.

He sat back at the Academy and watched Velvie playing with the girls. Meanwhile, he opened the group chat to check on everyone doing their missions.

The current missions in the group were simple for everyone. They were progressing smoothly, though not many paid attention.

Takumi glanced at Qiqi, then messaged Zhongli in the chat.

Takumi: [@Zhongli, old man, did you investigate yet?] [The relationship between Qiqi and Keqing.]

This had been bothering Takumi. How did it suddenly become official that Qiqi and Keqing were relatives?

Zhongli: [I checked Keqing's family genealogy. There really was a little girl back then. And the Cloud Stride Sword Technique is definitely a family heirloom. That much is certain.]

Of course, he had investigated. Without doing so, how could he be sure?

Takumi: [No wonder. Qiqi has already been brought over. How many more are left on your end? Is everything going smoothly?]

Liyue had sent the most people so far. Other nations were slower.

Zhongli: [Very smooth. No issues. In the coming days, I will continue transferring people. Some individuals don't need to be sent.]

He paused after saying that.

Seeing his message, Takumi nodded.

As for who Zhongli was referring to, Takumi more or less understood. He didn't say anything else. Let Zhongli decide.

Even if they were sent, it wouldn't matter. If there were any issues, he could just negotiate with Hu Tao.

Buy in bulk, ship in bulk. No big deal.

Takumi: [Good then. Celestia won't awaken for a long while. By the time she does, everyone will already be gone.]

Takumi sighed. By the time Celestia woke up, Teyvat would be almost empty. She'd be shocked.

Zhongli: [Even if she does wake up, I'm not afraid.]

Zhongli was calm. If it came down to it, they would just fight.

Fujiwara Chika: [@Takumi, beep beep beep.]

Takumi: [Speak!]

Suddenly, Fujiwara Chika @-ed Takumi. Seeing her message, Takumi was confused.

What's going on, little sis? Why aren't you doing your mission?

Fujiwara Chika: [After finishing my mission, can I bring the Demon Slayer Corps back with me? They need to live in another world.]

That was her main concern.

She had already found the Demon Slayer Corps and revealed her identity. Although the current era lacked internet, luck was on their side. Chika had even managed to save the entire Kamado family.

Takumi: [That's not a problem. If you want to bring them back, just do it. You don't need to ask me.]

If she wanted, she could bring everyone back. What was the point of going on missions if you didn't bring back some souvenirs?