Night fell at Glaze Pavilion.
Lanterns glowed, music flowed, and the banquet hosted by Tianquan Ningguang was nothing short of luxurious.
Kaeya arrived with Yi Chen and two senior Knights, flawlessly navigating the diplomatic chatter.
Yi Chen, however, had little interest in polite smiles.
His eyes were already searching for food.
Ningguang had arranged seating—very thoughtfully.
A seat beside Ganyu had been left open.
Yi Chen immediately brightened and headed over.
"Good evening, Ganyu!"
His attention was instantly captured by the shrimp dumplings and lotus pastries.
Ganyu relaxed when she saw him.
Compared to dealing with scheming officials, being around this troublesome but genuine "child" was far easier.
"Good evening, Yi Chen."
She gently pushed several plates toward him.
"These are good. Try them."
Yi Chen didn't hesitate, eating with infectious enthusiasm.
"This is amazing! You should eat too!
…Oh, this one's a bit sweet—if Mondstadt had snacks like this, maybe I could open a shop…"
Ganyu smiled softly, eating along with him.
From afar, Kaeya watched.
Then sighed.
"Why does this guy get all the luck… Jean, Eula in Mondstadt—and now Ningguang's secretary?"
Suddenly, inspiration struck.
"Oh. Oh no. This intelligence must be shared."
He grinned.
"I'm writing a report."
Fast courier pigeon.
Back in Mondstadt.
Jean will love this.
After eating, Yi Chen began absentmindedly drawing Mora symbols in tea water.
Ganyu tapped his shoulder.
"Yi Chen."
"Just call me Yi Chen," he said casually.
"You wanted to learn how to make money, right?"
She glanced across the hall.
Ningguang was surrounded by merchants.
Yi Chen's eyes lit up.
The mentor is in trouble!
Perfect opportunity.
He stepped in smoothly, separating one merchant who was leaning too close.
"Lady Ningguang—may I consult you on a business matter?"
Ningguang seized the chance and excused herself.
On the balcony, she studied him.
"You wish to learn how to make money?"
"Yes! Sustainable, healthy, long-term wealth!"
She laughed softly.
"My methods aren't taught freely."
Yi Chen deflated instantly.
"Oh… sorry for bothering you."
He turned to leave.
Ningguang blinked.
"…Wait."
She smiled knowingly.
"In Liyue, all things follow contracts."
"If you want something—what will you exchange?"
She leaned closer.
"Equivalent exchange."
"The first lesson in wealth."
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