"Right, look at my memory, I almost forgot. Little brother Kazuha is precisely from Inazuma. Fengyi, it would be most suitable for you to ask him for some accounts of Inazuma."
Beidou said, slapping her forehead. Who else could know Inazuma better than a native?
"Mr. Fengyi, please feel free to ask. As long as it pertains to Inazuma's customs, traditions, or landscapes, I will share everything I know. I'm just not sure if you are traveling or attending to business in Inazuma?"
Kazuha said with a smile. He had traveled extensively in Inazuma for many years and was quite familiar with all aspects of it.
"Mmm... It's mainly for travel, I want to experience the local customs and traditions of Inazuma..."
Fengyi nodded. Although he would inevitably have to deal with Inazuma's factions, that was a matter for later.
"Inazuma's customs and traditions, there's much to discuss. For example, Inazuma's annual festivals..."
Kazuha and Fengyi leaned against the railing, gazing at the leisurely white clouds in the blue sky, and began to chat about Kazuha's experiences in Inazuma.
Many customs and habits were not present in the game, causing Fengyi to nod repeatedly, exclaiming that he had learned a lot.
Kazuha and Fengyi had a very pleasant conversation, from the leisurely white clouds to the colorful sunset.
It wasn't until Beidou on the deck called them to join the party that Fengyi and Kazuha reluctantly stopped their casual chat.
"Today, as your captain has won a bet against the Ningguang, the Tianquan, I am in high spirits. So, this round of drinks is on me, everyone drink to your heart's content and get thoroughly drunk!"
"Long live Captain Beidou, long live Captain Beidou!"
Beidou's generous speech made the crew members cheer and shout enthusiastically, holding their wine cups.
"Before the party begins, I'd like to introduce two guests to everyone..."
Beidou solemnly introduced Fengyi and Kazuha to the crew.
To the crew members, they were familiar with young Kazuha. His skill in listening to the wind and observing the clouds was admired even by seasoned sailors.
So, who was this Fengyi?
As they listened to Captain Beidou's introduction, the sailors learned that Fengyi had a close relationship with Ningguang, the Tianquan, and had even helped her win the bet against Ningguang that morning. They all cast looks of admiration and gratitude towards Fengyi.
The sailors declared that as long as you were a friend of Captain Beidou, you were one of them!
This demonstrated the profound influence and great prestige Beidou commanded among her crew!
As Beidou announced the start of the party, the sailors, embodying the spirit of hospitality, took turns toasting Fengyi and Kazuha.
Even though both of them had a decent tolerance for alcohol, they couldn't withstand the continuous onslaught of toasting from the sailors.
If Fengyi hadn't secretly used his powers to sober up, he probably would have been completely unconscious by now.
Fengyi found an excuse, politely declined the enthusiastic toasts from the sailors, and, carrying a sizzling roasted leg of lamb, went to a deserted railing. He enjoyed the delicious roast meat while gazing at the distant sea horizon.
Shortly after, Kazuha also escaped the sailors' toasts and joined him. He was also not accustomed to such a boisterous atmosphere.
Fengyi cut a small piece of the roasted lamb leg for Kazuha, and they continued their previous conversation, chatting idly.
This kind of relaxed and tranquil atmosphere was more comfortable for them.
"Fengyi, Kazuha, *hic*..."
As they were chatting, Beidou, slightly drunk, came over.
"*Hic*... Why are you hiding here? Is the wine on the ship not good, or are the people not enthusiastic enough?"
Beidou let out a comfortable burp and frowned as she looked at the two hiding there.
"Captain Beidou, you misunderstand. The wine is delicious, and the crew members are very enthusiastic, it's just... it's just..."
Kazuha was somewhat at a loss when facing Beidou's questioning. He wasn't someone who liked lively gatherings, and he worried that speaking out would hurt Captain Beidou and the crew's feelings, making it difficult for him to speak.
"Beidou, it's not that you aren't enthusiastic, it's that you are too enthusiastic, and we are not used to it..."
Fengyi promptly spoke up to help Kazuha out. Even he couldn't handle the sailors' enthusiasm, let alone Kazuha, who was somewhat reserved.
"I see. I thought our hospitality was not good enough and we had neglected you, *hic*..."
Beidou couldn't help but smile with realization upon hearing this.
She and the crew of the 'Northland' fleet had always been lively, and she had miscalculated the situation regarding Fengyi and Kazuha, who didn't enjoy boisterousness.
"Here, then the three of us will drink. We won't stop until we're drunk today!"
Beidou thrust two cans of wine she was holding into Fengyi and Kazuha's hands.
Fengyi and Kazuha exchanged smiles. It seemed they would have to accompany the captain to drink themselves senseless today.
The next morning, as the bright red sun rose from the sea horizon, Beidou finally ended the carnival party that had lasted all night.
Fengyi waved goodbye to Beidou, Kazuha, and a few other sober sailors, and then, tipsy, arrived at the Moonlike Pavilion.
After knocking on Ganyu's study door, Fengyi, unable to bear the drowsiness of drunkenness any longer, slumped to the ground and fell asleep leaning against the wall.
Ganyu, who was working early, heard the door being knocked upon. But when she asked who it was, there was no answer. Cautiously, Ganyu opened the door and found Fengyi leaning against the wall, reeking of alcohol and fast asleep.
Ganyu took Fengyi's arm and draped it over her shoulder, then carried Fengyi to the bed in the study to rest.
Ganyu instructed a servant to prepare some hangover-remedy herbs, intending to boil them for Fengyi when he woke up.
Looking at the drunken Fengyi on the bed, Ganyu lost the mood to work. She sat by the bed and gently massaged Fengyi's forehead with her fair, slender hand, which felt slightly cool, to help relieve his hangover headache.
At this moment, taking care of the drunken Fengyi was far more important to Ganyu than her work.
After an unknown period, Fengyi's drunkenness subsided, and he opened his eyes. Seeing Ganyu dozing by the bed, a sense of sweet happiness bloomed in his heart.
Concerned that Ganyu was thinly dressed, Fengyi quietly lifted the quilt, got out of bed, and prepared to carry Ganyu onto the bed to rest.
But as soon as he lifted Ganyu, she woke up. Opening her eyes and finding herself in Fengyi's arms, she smiled faintly at him and wrapped her arms around his neck.
"Don't drink so much next time! It's bad for your health!"
"Mmm."
Fengyi nodded in response to Ganyu's concern and leaned down to 'bite' (kiss) her on the cheek.
Ganyu then patted Fengyi's chest, signaling him to put her down.
Ganyu went to the kitchen and personally brewed a bowl of hangover soup, which she brought back to feed Fengyi.
This imported hangover soup, although bitter, was quite tasty. Fengyi asked for another bowl.
...
Ten days passed in a flash. Fengyi bid farewell to several beautiful ladies and friends in Liyue and set off to return to Mondstadt.
On the way, Fengyi encountered a dejected astrologer being chased by dozens of Tanjiro Hilichurls, who were attacking him with the Dance of Fire God...