Naturally, after coming all this way in such a hurry, Lin Yi had no intention of leaving so soon.
He had been busy ever since his arrival and had even faced mortal danger several times.
With nothing pressing to do today, he could finally take some time to relax in the sprawling city of Mondstadt.
To that end, Acting Grand Master Jean had no choice but to leave her work to Diluc and Kaeya for the time being, while she stayed by Lin Yi's side.
It was a chance to discuss matters, but also a precaution and a way to keep an eye on him.
They sat in a small tavern in the city. Mondstadt's cuisine differed considerably from Liyue's, and its sweeter flavors made Lin Yi frown slightly.
"Is this tavern's food not to your liking?"
Lin Yi nodded.
"As they say, you can't please every palate. I'm simply not used to the food; it's not a criticism of the chef's skills... Why don't I cook instead, so you can try some of Liyue's local specialties, Acting Grand Master Jean?"
Jean was positively alarmed by the suggestion.
With Mondstadt's god roaming freely elsewhere, Jean was practically running half of Mondstadt as its acting grand master.
Even so, she had never imagined having Rex Lapis cook for her. It was simply inconceivable!
Their respective positions alone meant Jean would never agree. It was not that she did not want to-she did not dare.
"My apologies. As your host, I've failed to properly welcome a guest who has come from so far away."
"It's all right... Oh, right. How are things going with the Thousand Winds Ruins?"
At that, Jean suddenly remembered something.
She hurried out the door and returned shortly afterward with a folder.
Despite the crisp autumn weather, the