“The house has been cleaned, so… I’ll be off then. Next time, if there are any more such good… ah, no, troublesome matters, please be sure to remember to ask me for help! I have to go prepare dinner ingredients for Acting Grand Master Jean! Feng Yi, bye-bye, see you later!”
Noelle stood at the shop entrance, her gaze reluctantly moving from Feng Yi’s fingers as she waved goodbye.
“Next time, for sure. Be careful on your way!”
Feng Yi, reminded by Noelle, finally remembered Jean had invited him to dinner. It was perfect, saving him the trouble of cooking. He just needed to save some space for the big meal!
Feng Yi had only made a few minor adjustments to the tavern’s facilities before the sun began to set.
*Gurgle, gurgle, gurgle…*
His stomach, having been empty all day, was already urging him to hurry. Feng Yi tidied his attire and, carrying the gifts he had prepared beforehand, headed towards the Knights’ headquarters.
“Amber, Amber, place the roasted lamb leg here!”
“Barbara, quickly grab Klee, don’t let her climb onto the table!”
Upon arriving at the gathering spot, Feng Yi was greeted by such a lively scene. Jean was directing things, but Klee was constantly eyeing the roasted fish on the table, much to her frustration. She quickly arranged for Barbara to keep an eye on her.
“Jean, I’m sorry, I’m a little late!”
Feng Yi walked forward, handing the gifts in his hand to Jean.
“Feng Yi, you’re here~ A few more dishes still need to be cooked, and there’s some time before the banquet begins. You can have some pre-dinner dessert to pass the time…”
Jean took the gifts Feng Yi offered and smiled sweetly, indicating that Feng Yi wasn’t too late.
“Jean, this might be a bit abrupt, but could we add two more seats? I’d like Yuan Bao and Qiqi from the Serenitea Pot to join this banquet too…”
Feng Yi felt a little bad about enjoying the feast while leaving the two little ones in the pot.
“Of course, you can! Hurry and invite them out! They can keep Klee company!”
With Yuan Bao and Qiqi to watch Klee, Jean was delighted. Seeing Jean agree, Feng Yi opened the lid of the Serenitea Pot and let Yuan Bao and Qiqi out.
“Daddy, why did you call Yuan Bao out? Is something wrong?”
Yuan Bao looked at Feng Yi curiously, still holding a struggling fat rabbit in her hand. If there was nothing else, she wanted to go back and have a philosophical discussion with the fat rabbit, like this:
Yuan Bao: What is your ideal?
Fat Rabbit: To live!!!
Yuan Bao: A very good ideal. I wish you success in your next life!
Fat Rabbit: …
“What a delicious smell, Feng Yi~ Qiqi is hungry…”
Qiqi’s little eyes instantly lit up upon smelling the rich aroma wafting from the dining table. She tugged at Feng Yi’s clothes, looking at him with hopeful eyes.
“Yuan Bao, Qiqi, Acting Grand Master Jean is treating us to a big meal tonight! You two go play with Klee for a while, the banquet will start soon!”
Feng Yi patted Qiqi’s little head, asking her to be patient.
“Will there be roasted rabbit at the big meal?”
Yuan Bao didn’t care about any banquet; roasted rabbit was her sole pursuit. Without roasted rabbit, the banquet held no appeal for Yuan Bao.
“I don’t think so, but if Yuan Bao wants to eat it, Daddy can roast one for you!”
Feng Yi smiled helplessly. Not a single rabbit could leave the Serenitea Pot alive. Yuan Bao was the undisputed rabbit terminator!
“Yay! Daddy is the best… Mwah~”
Yuan Bao handed the fat rabbit to Feng Yi and gave him a kiss on the cheek as a sign of affection. Feng Yi took the fat rabbit, intending to borrow the Knights’ kitchen.
About half an hour later, all the dishes for the banquet were served, and Feng Yi had also placed the roasted rabbit on the table.
Compared to before, two new faces had arrived.
“Greetings, Sir Feng Yi. I have heard of your great name from Amber for a long time. It is a pleasure to meet you today. I am Eula Lawrence, Captain of the Knights of Favonius Reconnaissance Company. I extend my greetings to you…”
Eula, dressed in a knight’s attire that was both neat and elegant, walked towards Feng Yi with a captivating stride. Why was it described as “captivating”? Because the fabric in the middle of the black bodysuit was rather thin, complemented by a white ruffled short jacket tightly cinched at the waist. Her toned and alluring curves were highlighted without reservation. Although not much skin was revealed, and she was indeed wearing a lot of clothing, her captivating, sophisticated charm was undeniably and thoroughly displayed!
Feng Yi: *Slurp* Continuing the Lawrence family bloodline is my solemn duty!
“The Knights of Favonius’s Spindrift Knight, I’ve heard of you for a long time. Seeing you today, you truly live up to your reputation! After all, the courage to pursue one’s beliefs and dedicate everything to them is something to be admired in any era…”
Feng Yi shook hands with her, respecting her persistent and steadfast beliefs. If he were in Eula’s shoes, facing the abandonment of his family and the ostracism of Mondstadt’s citizens, he would most likely choose to escape and start a new life in another country. But Eula persevered, silently protecting Mondstadt with her actions and trying to prove herself. Feng Yi felt that anyone who witnessed this conviction would be moved.
“You know my story?”
Eula was taken aback. She was accustomed to misunderstanding from others, but to suddenly encounter someone who praised her, and who didn’t seem to be faking it, made her a little nervous.
“Your face tells a story!”
Feng Yi smiled faintly, unaware that his words had stirred unimaginable, colossal waves within her. Eula had finally found someone who understood her, and there were so many things she wanted to share, but this was clearly not the place for an in-depth conversation.
“Ahem, excuse me for interrupting you both. For our first meeting, allow me to introduce myself. My name is Kaeya, and I am currently the Cavalry Captain of the Knights of Favonius. Greetings, traveler from Liyue. I often hear your name from Acting Grand Master Jean. Meeting you today has indeed not disappointed me!”
Kaeya saw that Feng Yi and Eula’s hands were clasped together and they were chatting enthusiastically, leaving him by himself. He cleared his throat with a dark expression. However, he wasn’t fair-skinned to begin with, so a dark expression was hardly noticeable…
Eula, alerted by Kaeya’s cough, finally realized how long her hand had been clasped with Feng Yi’s. This was most unbecoming of a knight. Her face blushed slightly, and she quickly withdrew her hand, placing it on her chest, and gave Feng Yi an apologetic smile.
“Ahem… My name is Feng Yi, and I am a traveler who aims to journey across the continent of Teyvat. It’s a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Kaeya!”
Feng Yi: Damnable Kaeya!!!