"Miss Feba, good evening! Is Xiao at the inn?"
Ganyu asked Feba, the proprietress of the Wangshu Inn, bringing Feng Yi with her.
In Feng Yi's previous life, there was a saying that some people speculated the proprietress was a reclusive immortal, because Feba knew everything without leaving her home.
Feng Yi was half-convinced, but still tried to be on good terms with her.
"Miss Ganyu? Are you here to find Xiao for a late-night meal? Is this your new friend?"
The proprietress, Feba, said with a smile, then looked at Feng Yi next to Ganyu.
According to her information, Feng Yi was a traveler of unknown origin, currently staying at the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor, and rumored to have a good relationship with Ganyu.
Seeing them together today, it was indeed true.
"That's right! He's my friend, Feng Yi. Feng Yi, this is Miss Feba, the proprietress of Wangshu Inn!"
Ganyu introduced them with a smile. She didn't feel the need to hide her relationship with Feng Yi.
"Miss Feba, hello!"
Feng Yi nodded and smiled. Perhaps he would need the proprietress's help in the future, so being on good terms now wouldn't hurt.
"Feng Yi? What a handsome young man. Miss Ganyu, you better keep a close eye on him, don't let him be snatched away by someone else!"
The proprietress, Feba, saw that Ganyu and Feng Yi were holding hands, and then chuckled mischievously.
"As for Xiao, whom you are looking for, I cannot give you a definite answer. If he wishes to see you, he will likely appear on his own. You can try your luck on the platform on the second floor."
Feba shook her head and said that although Xiao stayed at Wangshu Inn, she could not control his whereabouts.
Whether they could meet him depended entirely on his willingness.
"I understand! Thank you, Miss Feba."
Ganyu nodded. She was well aware of Xiao's personality. Compared to the bustling mortal world, Xiao preferred the quiet and peaceful mountains and forests.
Ganyu pulled Feng Yi and headed towards the second floor. If Xiao was willing to see them, he would surely be waiting for them there.
"Ganyu, wait a moment!"
Feng Yi stopped Ganyu's steps as she began to climb the stairs, then went to the kitchen to find the chef, Yan Xiao.
"One Almond Tofu, please. Thank you!"
Feng Yi knew that Xiao's favorite food was Almond Tofu. If he brought a gift, the chance of Xiao appearing would be even greater.
Xiao's sole fondness for Almond Tofu was because its taste was very similar to the pleasant dreams he had once consumed.
If one couldn't cater to his preferences, Xiao would be even harder to meet than Cloud Retainer.
Yan Xiao's culinary skills were exquisite. In a short while, this Almond Tofu was prepared.
Feng Yi paid the Mora and, together with Ganyu, brought the Almond Tofu to the large platform on the second floor.
"Xiao, are you here?"
Ganyu looked at the empty platform, a hint of loneliness flashing in her eyes. It seemed he was not willing to see them.
She called out a few times towards the sky but received no response.
"Feng Yi, let's go back! We'll introduce you next time if we have the chance!"
Ganyu said, holding Feng Yi's hand. She knew Xiao's personality well. Unless he appeared on his own, it would be difficult to find him.
"Alright!"
Feng Yi smiled helplessly. If the other party refused to see him, what could he do?
"Mr. Xiao, this Almond Tofu is on the table! Since you don't wish to see us, please enjoy it after we leave. It won't be good if it gets cold!"
Before leaving, Feng Yi placed the freshly made Almond Tofu on a nearby table, speaking to the air. He didn't care if Xiao heard it or not.
This Almond Tofu was prepared for Xiao, so there was no reason to take it back.
"The two of you, what is it you need?"
Just as Feng Yi and Ganyu stepped onto the stairs leading down, a clear, cold, and aloof voice called out to them.
Xiao didn't want to get involved in trouble, but the other party's sincerity was evident, and he was a friend of Ganyu.
After some internal struggle, he decided to appear and meet them, at least to not let down the Almond Tofu they had specially prepared!
For someone with social anxiety, this was already a great resolve.
Hearing the voice, Feng Yi turned and saw Xiao standing alone by the railing, arms crossed, looking at them indifferently.
"Xiao, you're here! We came this time to introduce a new friend to you. This is Feng Yi, a traveler. Feng Yi, this is the Conqueror of Demons, Xiao, whom I've told you about!"
Seeing Xiao appear, Ganyu finally revealed a brilliant smile. It seemed Xiao was willing to see them after all.
Xiao: "Don't misunderstand, I was just afraid the Almond Tofu would get cold!"
"Mr. Xiao, it's a pleasure to meet you!"
Since the other party was willing to appear, it proved that he didn't dislike him.
Among all the Adepti, Xiao, who dwelled apart from the world, was the most difficult to get along with.
In Feng Yi's heart, this guy had the highest difficulty for interaction, not for any other reason than that he was too mysterious, making it hard to get close to him.
If someone doesn't meet you, how can you interact with them?
Fortunately, at present, Xiao didn't seem to dislike him.
"Oh, can you wait for me for a moment? The Almond Tofu is getting cold!"
Xiao nodded and said. Being taciturn, he always used the fewest words to express his thoughts.
"Of course. This was specially prepared for you. Please enjoy it!"
Feng Yi pulled Ganyu and sat opposite Xiao, quietly waiting for him to finish the Almond Tofu.
"Almond Tofu, it is as delicious as always! Is there anything I can help you with? I dislike owing favors!"
Xiao put down his chopsticks and said with a satisfied expression.
"Since you are Ganyu's friend, you are also my friend. Is it considered owing a favor to treat a friend to a meal?"
Feng Yi looked at the serious Xiao and chuckled. This guy was truly inexplicably adorable.
"A friend? I see! But Adepti still follow the principle of reciprocity. You treated me to Almond Tofu, and I shall repay your favor. However, I have no valuable gifts on me, only the martial arts honed on the edge of life and death."
This was the most Xiao had spoken in a long time, and he himself didn't realize it.
Feng Yi: "Martial arts? Great! That's what I'm lacking!"
Feng Yi had immense strength but lacked the skill to control it. He had originally planned to learn from "Fatui Harbinger" Tartaglia, but now, an opportunity had presented itself.
Compared to Tartaglia three years later, the current Tartaglia's skills had not yet reached their peak and were likely inferior to Xiao's, who had been tempered by life and death.
Moreover, for future plans, Feng Yi needed to maintain an image of unfathomable depth with Tartaglia. If he asked for martial arts guidance from him, wouldn't that image be shattered?
At least it wouldn't be perfect!
"If possible, please teach me some combat techniques!"
Feng Yi's eyes sparkled with fervent light.
If successful, Feng Yi would not only learn the martial arts of an Adeptus but also have ample time to interact with Xiao.
It was killing two birds with one stone!