Their Commission Reward Is Not Right Chapter 8

It's similar, but not exactly.

However, compared to the bard's complaints, this bard was more worthy of Chen Luo's attention.

"Is that you, Barbatos, who never does anything serious?!" Chen Luo really wanted to say that, but his reason stopped him.

He finally had a customer, what if he scared them away by talking nonsense?

Thinking of this, Chen Luo couldn't help but glance at the Blank Vision hanging from his waist.

That thing was something Chen Luo drew, one of two four-star items, the other being a title.

As the name suggests, this Blank Vision is a Vision without an element, one that hasn't been activated.

Being a four-star item was enough to show its preciousness, after all, five-star items were already on par with talent accessories.

Just like this bar, though unremarkable, it could connect to another world.

As for the Blank Vision... to be honest, this thing could actually be bought with Mora, since Ningguang seemed to have done something like that.

Although Chen Luo no longer played Genshin Impact much, many of Chen Luo's "friends" did, and Chen Luo was aware of these peculiar memes.

As for the other four-star title, [Friend of the Non-Human], its effect was to increase favorability with all beings possessing non-human attributes.

After unlocking this title, Chen Luo realized that his [Chen the Great Philanthropist] was actually a five-star title.

"You're the bartender of this tavern, right? What kind of drinks do you have?" The bard, who never did anything serious, unceremoniously sat on a stool in front of Chen Luo's bar.

"I can mix any drink you want," Chen Luo said confidently, glancing at the endless rows of drinks in the tavern shop.

Perhaps because of the tavern's buff, Chen Luo felt like he could mix any drink here. He probably wouldn't be this capable outside.

After all, for Chen Luo to mix drinks he'd never even heard of would be quite difficult, and the ingredients would also be a problem.

"By the way, where did you see this tavern?" Chen Luo asked out of curiosity.

"Oh, isn't this your tavern? Why are you asking me? Oh, right, speaking of which, I think I saw this tavern at the Whisperwind Plains. Come to think of it, seeing a tavern in the Whisperwind Plains seems pretty outrageous." The bard patted his head.

"Whisperwind Plains... To tell you the truth, this tavern is actually an inheritance I received. It can appear anywhere in the world, and today is my first day inheriting it." Chen Luo explained it in a way that the other party could understand better.

Chen Luo wasn't someone who lacked caution, but he couldn't bring himself to be wary of the Anemo Archon Barbatos in front of him.

Barbatos, the Anemo Archon in Genshin Impact, went by the alias Venti. Although he was a somewhat unreliable person, you didn't need to worry about him being a bad person.

That's right, "he."

Although the bard in front of him was as beautiful as a woman, he was indeed a male.

Barbatos, the Anemo Archon, was originally a Spirit of Wind, and Spirits of Wind have no gender. Venti was a male friend of Barbatos from before, and after his death, Barbatos took on Venti's appearance and used his name.

As for Venti's true gender... the official sources said Venti is male, but whether you believe it or not is up to the individual.

"So that's how it is. It really is a magical tavern. But it looks like there isn't a single bottle of alcohol on your liquor shelf." Venti pointed to the liquor cabinet behind Chen Luo.

"Since you've accepted the premise that this is a tavern that can appear anywhere in the world, why can't you accept the premise that it can conjure drinks out of thin air?" Chen Luo retorted.

"That makes sense." Venti nodded in surprise.

"Since you said you can mix any drink, then mix me a cup of wine brewed with wind." Sensing that the tavern was indeed quite magical, Venti said without hesitation.

"..." Chen Luo looked at Venti coldly.

"What's wrong? Didn't you say you could mix any drink? Can't you? Then how about an apple cider instead?" Venti said, settling for less.

"No, although I'm a bit skeptical myself, I can indeed mix wine brewed with wind. But the problem is, do you have the money?" With the tavern's buff, Chen Luo clearly felt that he could indeed mix the drink he mentioned.

But the problem was... he couldn't give it away for free.

"Sigh, this magical tavern still requires Mora?" Venti exclaimed in surprise.

"Of course, what kind of tavern doesn't charge money? Unless it's a special event."

"Is this tavern having a special event right now? You just said it's your first day opening, right? For the grand opening, the first drink should be free. At worst, I'll play you a song and sing a song. I'm the greatest bard in Teyvat." Venti said proudly.

"Can you? Can you? Can you?" Venti then looked at Chen Luo with expectant eyes.

[Ding! You have a new commission.]

[Wind-Brewed Wine]: The Anemo Archon Barbatos wants a cup of wine brewed with wind.

Reward: 20 raw stones + Divine Recognition + Song of the Anemo Archon.

Difficulty: One Star

"...For the sake of the grand opening, the first cup is free." Chen Luo nodded after a moment of silence.

As expected of the Anemo Archon, even if he doesn't do serious business, the rewards he gives seem substantial.

This shop is a profitable venture!

Chapter 13: Anemo Vision (√)

Venti's request was very high, asking for a cup of wine brewed with wind.

Normally, it would be impossible to brew such a wine, but Chen Luo was empowered by the tavern here.

However, this was clearly not a normal wine, so brewing a cup of Wind-Brewed Wine required five portions of ingredients.

That's half a raw stone.

But between half a raw stone and twenty raw stones, Chen Luo could still tell which was more expensive, especially with the other rewards.

Actually, Chen Luo suspected that the reason the other party could give him recognition as soon as he brought out the wine was probably due to his two titles.

[Friend of the Non-Human]: Increases favorability with all beings with non-human attributes.

[Chen the Great Philanthropist]: Makes it easier to gain the trust of others.

Venti himself was not human, but a Spirit of Wind, so he naturally fell within the scope of that purple title.

Therefore, this opening was incredibly lucky.

"This is truly a divine skill." Venti stared, dumbfounded, at the cup of wine emanating wisps of breeze.

Lifting the cup, he could still feel a familiar, gentle wind blowing towards him.

Under the gentle breeze, Venti downed the cup of wine in one go.

Chen Luo watched Venti, who had his eyes closed and was lost in a state of bliss after finishing the wine, remaining silent.

Chen Luo felt that now was not the time to disturb him, even though this shop was his.

"Thank you, stranger. Hello, my name is Venti, the best bard in all of Mondstadt. It's a pleasure to meet you."

When Venti finally opened his eyes after a long while, he reached out to Chen Luo across the bar.

"Hello, my name is Chen Luo. My hobby is helping people." Chen Luo shook his hand.

Is this guy really a guy? Why does his hand feel more comfortable than the Herrscher of Knowledge's?

This was the thought that popped into Chen Luo's head after shaking hands.

"Excellent, from now on, we are friends. Then... as friends, can you pour me another?" Venti winked playfully at Chen Luo.

"...Can it be apple cider?" Chen Luo asked after a moment of silence.

"Of course. Or rather, I'd be eternally grateful." Venti nodded in surprise.

Venti really liked drinking apple cider.

As for the wine from before, it was enough to have it occasionally; drinking too much would diminish that indescribable sense of emotion.

"Drink this one slowly," Chen Luo said, directly purchasing a bottle of finished apple cider from the shop and pushing it towards Venti.

"It's such a big cup! Thank you, Chen Luo!" Venti exclaimed in surprise, looking at the cup that was larger than his face.

"You're welcome." Since this wine was a finished product and only required one ingredient, not needing other wines for mixing, this serving appeared quite generous.

"But before I drink, let me fulfill my promise and sing a song for you." Venti picked up the lyre beside him.

"Even though I only have one listener, with the boost from that last cup of wine, this might be the best song I've ever sung."

"Then... what's the song called?" Chen Luo asked.

"I was going to say 'If You Were Trapped in a Land Without Wind,' but that feels a bit too sad. Let's change it to 'The Wind Has Risen' then," Venti said with a smile after some thought.

Afterward, Venti strummed his Lyre of Winds.

Although the true Lyre of Winds was placed in the Cathedral of Mondstadt, the lyre in the hands of the Anemo Archon was the Lyre of Winds.

Venti was indeed the best bard on the continent of Teyvat. His singing voice was melodious, carrying a hint of melancholy yet imbued with joy. Accompanied by the resonant lyre music, Chen Luo found himself completely immersed.

When Chen Luo emerged from the song, he felt the Vision hanging at his waist enveloped by a gentle breeze, floating quietly before him.

[Ding! Mission over-fulfilled, raw stone reward doubled]

Divine Recognition...

"I can't believe I've actually obtained a Vision," Chen Luo said, looking at the Vision floating before him with mixed emotions.

"Perhaps Lord Barbatos, the Anemo Archon, is watching over you and has recognized you as a generous bartender," Venti said, winking at Chen Luo before picking up his apple cider.

Obtaining a Vision itself represented Divine Recognition. Chen Luo's Blank Vision being activated might be related to the rewards just distributed.

But regardless, Chen Luo was now a possessor of an Anemo Vision, specifically an Anemo Vision.

Wait, Anemo Vision, a dull blade, a one-handed sword...

A happy wind-user?

Good heavens.

Although Chen Luo would have preferred an Electro Vision over an Anemo Vision.

Because an Electro Vision should have slightly higher attack power.

Or perhaps a Hydro Vision, which could at least provide some healing.

An Geo Vision would also be acceptable, as they mostly provided shields.

An Cryo Vision would also be fine; with summer vacation approaching, saving on air conditioning costs would be good.

However, Chen Luo didn't dislike the Anemo Vision either. After all, wind symbolized freedom, and with the blessing of wind, he could run faster.

The 40 raw stones had arrived, and that inexplicable strengthening power had also slightly increased Chen Luo's physical fitness.

"Apple cider, delicious," Venti praised after setting down the cup.

"Is it because it's free? Or is it genuinely good?" Chen Luo couldn't help but ask.

"It's really good, I wonder where all this wine comes from? The quality is all quite high," Venti nodded.

"Thank you for the compliment. Oh, right, if you don't mind, could my bar get the broadcasting rights for that song you just sang?" Chen Luo suddenly said.

"What do you mean?" Venti was a bit confused for a moment.

"I discovered that when you were singing earlier, the bar automatically recorded your voice," Chen Luo said, gently tapping the counter.

At Chen Luo's command, a melodious song began to play, but it was quickly paused at Chen Luo's gesture.

The song was almost indistinguishable from what Venti had just sung, possessing an extreme degree of realism.

"What a magical thing, it truly is a magical tavern to be able to replicate a person's singing voice. If I had something like this, I wouldn't have to repeatedly play a certain tune anymore, and I'd have more time to drink," Venti's eyes sparkled.

"So, how about giving me the broadcasting rights for this song? If you do, you'll get a cup of apple wine just like that one every time you visit as payment. However, if you want extremely special drinks, that will be a separate price," Chen Luo said.

"Of course, why not? Bards are meant to bring their songs to others. Moreover, I get a large cup of excellent apple wine. Deal," Venti didn't hesitate.

Although Venti was penniless, he genuinely felt that way.

To bring songs, hope, and the wind to others.

"Thank you."

"You're welcome. Can I have another cup of apple wine then? Let's consider it payment starting from today," Venti pushed his empty large cup towards Chen Luo.

"...You really are a drunkard. How did you manage to drink that entire barrel of wine?" Chen Luo looked at Venti in confusion.

Chen Luo didn't drink a single drop, so he truly couldn't understand it.