Compared to Wind and Cloud, the story of Under One Person carried much deeper meaning. Many of its discussions about mindset were, from Raiden Ei's perspective, quite excellent. By contrast, some of the spell-based battles felt rather ordinary to her.
After all, so-called lightning techniques were nothing special in the eyes of a Narukami such as herself. Instead, what truly caught her interest was the food depicted within.
Especially things like ice cream.
"Is that fox doing this on purpose to tease me? I will have Kujou go look for it another day."
Raiden Ei pursed her lips, feeling the craving in her stomach stir to life. She did not have many hobbies. Aside from sparring, gathering with friends, and enjoying sweets, she was fond of novel things.
With so many new and curious items appearing in the comics, this truly made the Shogun feel delighted.
As for the final comic volume, Raiden Ei did not continue reading. She still needed to meditate, so she decided to leave it for tomorrow.
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Meanwhile, in neighboring Liyue.
Since returning, Su Han had barely had a moment to rest. The first to arrive were Ningguang and Keqing. Upon learning that he was back, the two rushed over immediately.
Originally, they intended to discuss matters regarding Guili Plains with Su Han. However, when they saw the bandages wrapped around his body, Ningguang's expression darkened at once.
"What happened to your injuries?"
"This…"
"Do not hide it from me, alright?"
"Uh, fine."
With her saying so much, Su Han naturally did not dare conceal anything. After he explained the entire sequence of events, Ningguang was both angry and distressed.
"I told you long ago not to involve yourself in so many matters. Why do you never listen? I know you are strong, but the Abyss is something that can even destroy adepti. Does Mondstadt really have no one of its own?"
Faced with the emotional wealthy lady, there was nothing Su Han could say. He could only keep comforting her.
As for Keqing, she silently swore to herself that she would train an even stronger Millelith, striving to ensure that Mondstadt's tragedy would never repeat itself in Liyue.
Afterward, Ningguang changed Su Han's medicine once more and issued a strict order: he was not allowed to go out for half a month.
"If you need anything, just summon someone to handle it. Leave business matters to me, Guili Plains to Keqing. As for medicinal supplies, I believe the adepti will not disappoint you."
"But my injuries are already mostly healed."
"That is still no reason to be careless. In short, you are not going anywhere for these half a month. Otherwise, I will truly be angry."
Seeing Ningguang's serious expression, Su Han touched his nose and conceded. He had not expected her to be so intimidating when she became stern.
Keqing, standing to the side, persuaded him, "Just rest and recover properly. Ningguang is angry because she cares about you. Before you came back, she even wanted to take a ship to go see you."
"Keqing."
Ningguang's face flushed red as she hurriedly stopped her.
Su Han, meanwhile, looked utterly shocked. He had not expected Ningguang to care for him this much. With so many affairs in Liyue requiring her attention, she had still considered sailing to Mondstadt. Her feelings ran deep indeed.
"Alright then. I will stay in and go nowhere for now. New comics are about to be released anyway, so I might as well stay home."
"That is more like it."
Hearing that Su Han was willing to listen, Ningguang smiled as well.
Keqing, upon hearing about new comics, immediately asked, "What type of comics will it be this time?"
"It is not fully decided yet, but I believe everyone will like them."
The system had not yet upgraded. What comics he could truly obtain would still depend on what he managed to draw.
By the afternoon.
Zhongli, Xingqiu, Yanfei, and others arrived in succession.
The old gentleman asked about Mondstadt's situation. Upon hearing that Su Han had repelled the Abyss, his eyes filled with admiration. With a hint of deeper intent, he said, "Brother Su's strength truly grows by the day. Coincidentally, there is a matter I would like your help with."
"What matter?"
"At Wangshu Inn, there is an adeptus who has long suffered from the interference of karmic energy. I heard that the Ice Heart Art in your possession worked quite well on Miss Shenhe. Might it also be effective on an adeptus?"
"I can have someone deliver the Ice Heart Art, but whether it will be effective, I truly cannot say for sure."
In truth, Su Han had already considered this question before. He did not know whether the Ice Heart Art could affect Xiao. However, if the system could be upgraded, he might be able to try.
If he could break through the original limitations of the Ice Heart Art, perhaps it could indeed influence an adeptus.
In fact, Su Han not only wanted to save Xiao, but also wished to save a certain shrine maiden from Inazuma. That was the pain in his heart.
Hearing this, Zhongli immediately smiled. "Then I will trouble Brother Su."
As for Xingqiu's visit, it was naturally about merchandise distribution.
Since becoming an agent for the comics, this young man had gradually taken on the air of a major merchant. More importantly, after cultivating the Cloud-Dispelling Palm, his strength had improved tremendously. He could now be considered Su Han's most loyal follower.
"Are you planning to continue distributing goods this time?"
"Of course. However, I am preparing for a long journey. I heard from Hu Tao on the way here that you are just a bit short of the quota needed to release new comics. So I thought I might as well go big. I plan to lease a merchant ship and head to Sumeru."
Su Han raised his brow. He had not expected Xingqiu to be so ambitious. At present, Sumeru indeed had no agents yet. Transporting goods there would surely bring substantial profits.
Su Han smiled and asked, "Then how many comics are you planning to buy this time?"
"How about fifty thousand copies?"
The maximum amount Xingqiu could mobilize now was one hundred and fifty million Mora. However, trading involved more than just stockpiling goods. Leasing ships, hiring sailors, and covering expenses along the journey all cost money.
Thus, fifty thousand copies was his limit. Any more and Xingqiu truly could not afford it.
Su Han nodded. "No problem. As for the new comics, I will give them to you tomorrow."
"Alright."
After their discussion concluded, Xingqiu departed.
As for Yanfei, she had actually come to visit Su Han. Last time, he had left in a hurry and had not returned for a long while, so the great legal advisor came to check on him.
However, with the room so lively, she had no chance to interject. Only after all the big figures left did she come over from next door.
"Whew, you have really become a big busy man. I waited for more than two hours before it was finally my turn."
"Hahaha, no helping it. Being handsome makes one popular."
"Tch, I cannot be bothered listening to your bragging. Here, this is a return gift from my parents. They said the comics were quite good, so they sent some small trinkets as a token of appreciation."
Yanfei's purpose surprised Su Han somewhat. He had thought she came on behalf of her parents to urge him to update faster. He did not expect her to be delivering gifts instead.
Looking at the pink little ball she took out, Su Han could not help feeling that Yanfei was hinting at something, yet he had no evidence. After all, this item looked exactly like a buzzing device from Earth, almost identical in every way.
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