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"Cousin, you don't want me to confiscate your spicy snacks, do you?"
"Damn it! Cousin, this is bullying!"
"This is also my unique love for you."
"Alright alright……"
As you walk up the floating staircase, the view overlooking Liyue City is truly beautiful.
Upon entering the Qunyu Pavilion, Miss Baishi was standing at the entrance greeting the guests.
"Mr. Xia, and everyone else, welcome!"
"Good morning, Miss Baishi."
"This is for you."
"this is?"
"A gift for you."
"Spicy strips".
"No, it's Osel meat."
"!! Osel meat?"
"It's just a snack."
"Oh, thank you everyone! Please come in and have a seat. Lady Ningguang has already arranged the best seats for everyone! Miss Diona, please go with this lady to the bar; she will explain the precautions to you."
"Ok."
"Go Diona!"
"Yeah! Don't worry! I'll definitely mix the best-tasting liquor in the world!"
Shen He glanced at her wine shaker, his expression strange.
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As everyone walked in, guided by a beautiful hostess, they arrived at the luxurious banquet venue set up by Qunyu Pavilion.
Xia Zhi had been here before and had some impression of the place. He remembered that it used to be a smooth, large square, but he didn't expect it to change so much in just a few days. It was clear that Ningguang had put a lot of thought and money into it.
It has to be said that, in most cases, having money really does allow you to do whatever you want.
Many well-dressed people had already gathered on the ground.
The men were confident and poised, the women elegant and graceful; they stood in small groups of two or three, chatting happily with each other.
Once they entered Xia Zhi's detection range, Xia Zhi immediately saw many blank progress bars on them with a progress of [0%].
As expected of the upper class of Liyue.
Although most of the progress bars were black iron with only a small portion being silver, the harvest this time was still sufficient.
A faint smile involuntarily flashed across Xia Zhi's face.
Making a good relationship with Ningguang was definitely the right choice.
Now his employees all have their year-end bonuses sorted out.
There are even quite a few treasure chests left in the inventory.
"Distinguished guests, please be seated."
"Thank you."
"You're too kind. I'll stay here and wait for you. Please don't hesitate to call me if you need anything."
"it is good."
Ms. Ningguang arranged for me to sit in the first row, the closest to the stage.
This is definitely one of the best seats.
After all, there are no loudspeakers in this era, so you have to be close to enjoy the show.
Xia Zhi walked over and casually sat down at the table.
Shen He sat down naturally on his left, and the Great Compassion Tree King sat down naturally on his right.
A hint of regret flashed in Zhu Zi's eyes, as if he regretted that he was a little slow, otherwise he could have snatched the seat next to the boss.
Qiqi remains relatively unknown.
Miss Akabane looked around with a face full of curiosity.
Ying'er glanced at Shen He, her gaze somewhat strange.
The other girls sat down as well.
Then, a new, pretty young lady brought over a pot of freshly brewed hot tea and helped pour it for everyone.
The tea soup is clear and the aroma is enticing.
Xia Zhi picked up his teacup, took a small sip, and nodded.
The tea has a refreshing taste and should help relieve the spiciness.
It's perfect to pair with spicy strips.
The young lady went downstairs and served some exquisite pastries.
Xia Zhi tried some pastries, and they were quite good.
It's just that everyone's palates have become too discerning with his masterful cooking skills, and they don't really like it anymore.
"Boss, there are so many people."
"These are all prominent figures in Liyue."
"They were all wearing formal attire."
"Don't worry about that. Our purpose is different from theirs. They're here to do business with people, while we're just here to attend a friend's banquet."
"Oh!"
"Boss, I've seen Young Master Xingqiu!"
"is it?"
"He was with a man who was a bit older than him, and that man looked a lot like him!"
"It must be his older brother."
"Chongyun is sitting over there!"
"I guess Xingqiu brought him here."
The Great Compassion Tree King turned to look at Zhu Zi with a smile: "Zhu Zi, do you want to get rich?"
"Hey?"
"Today, most of Liyue's elite have gathered here, and they will surely reveal a lot of information when they talk. You only need to walk around in the crowd, and if you hear one or two important policies or deals, you can get ahead of the curve and get a piece of the pie with those high-ranking officials and big businessmen."
"Is this still possible?!"
"Of course you can, otherwise why do you think these people like to hold banquets so much? How about it? I've shown you the way to make money."
"I...I'm too stupid, I won't understand anything even if I go."
"In that case, forget it."
Xia Zhi quietly drinks tea.
My cousin is right, this is indeed a good way to make money.
However, Zhu Zi didn't have much capital, so he couldn't make a fortune.
He put down his teacup and silently observed the guests in the hall, noticing a few familiar faces among them.
For example, young master Xingqiu, for example, Chongyun, for example, that short Sumeru merchant who came to the store that day saying he wanted to buy a juice recipe, and for example, the two neighbors next door...
"Mr. Xia! You've arrived very early."
"Master Hu, Mr. Zhongli, good morning."
"It's rare to see something this lively."
"Yes."
"It's a pity Xiangling isn't here; she loved lively atmospheres the most."
"Judging by the time, she's been gone for over a month, she should be back soon."
"I still miss her cooking a little."
"Would you like to sit together?"
"No need, we have our own tables in the Rebirth Hall!"
"Alright, here are two packs of spicy strips for you to eat."
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