Zhongli watched as the Five Yakshas playfully bickered, a rare smile appearing on his lips.
"Thank you, old friend."
"How about I treat you to a meal?"
Zhongli turned to Qiu Bai, who was still dazed from the sudden boost in his divine power, and spoke with a smile.
Qiu Bai snapped out of his thoughts at Zhongli words, the corner of his mouth twitching.
"As it happens, we're at Wangshu Inn."
"I've heard that Chef Yanxiao cooking is excellent, but I've never had the chance to try it."
Before Qiu Bai could even respond, Zhongli added another sentence.
"From a rational perspective… you didn't bring any money, did you?"
Qiu Bai glanced at Zhongli, who had the expression of someone about to mooch a free meal. He sighed and waved his hand dismissively.
"This is a bit of a problem."
"It seems I've forgotten to bring money again." (T/N: You never did remember you old fossil!)
Zhongli put on a slightly awkward expression as he patted his pockets, then looked at Qiu Bai.
"Forget it. I'll lend you 500,000 Mora for now."
"Morax, you owe me 700,000 Mora now—remember that."
Qiu Bai chuckled as he looked at Zhongli. The last time they dined at Xinyue Kiosk, it had cost him nearly 200,000 Mora.
But he never expected Zhongli to actually pay him back. After all, they were brothers—what was a little money?
"Heh, if I had the money…"
"I would certainly return it to an old friend."
Zhongli chuckled softly and replied in an unhurried tone.
Qiu Bai waved his hand with a smile and then turned his gaze toward the Yakshas, who were still fooling around in the distance.
"Let's go! Time for a feast—Morax is treating us!"
"But you all need to disguise yourselves first."
Hearing Qiu Bai voice, the Yakshas finally stopped their playful scuffling.
"That's true…"
"I wonder if I'd scare people looking like this."
Bosacius glanced at the extra pair of arms on his back and muttered. With a quick use of adeptal magic, his additional arms disappeared.
Bonanus concealed the two horns on her head, along with her tail.
The blue markings on her forehead faded away, giving her the appearance of a gentle girl-next-door.
Xiao changed his face and attire, appearing like a young adolescent boy.
Indarias transformed as well, her fiery-red hair cascading like a waterfall down her back, giving her a heroic and valiant aura.
Meanwhile, Menogias hardly needed any disguise—just a slight tweak to his facial features was enough.
"Since the Lord of Geo is treating us, we won't hold back."
"Come, brothers! Let's drink!"
Indarias held her hand to her chest, smiling as she looked toward Zhongli in the distance.
"Heh, naturally."
"No need to be so polite."
Zhongli chuckled twice at her words, waving his hand dismissively.
It was clear that Zhongli was in an unusually good mood.
"Hahaha! Come on, Xiao, let's drink!"
"Your alcohol tolerance isn't still that bad, is it?"
Bosacius laughed heartily, patting Xiao on the back.
"Hmph..."
"I'll accompany you to the end."
Xiao let out a soft snort, but for once, his usually cold voice carried warmth.
"How could you all drink without me?"
"Since both the Lord of Geo and the Immortal Lord are here, let's have a proper celebration!"
Menogias stepped forward, grinning at the group.
"I won't be drinking; I'll stick with fruit juice."
"If you two get drunk, I'm throwing you out into the wild."
Bonanus crossed her arms, glaring at Bonanus and Bosacius with a puffed-up expression.
"Ah, my dear Bonanus, you wouldn't treat me like that, would you?"
"But if you're throwing Menogias out, then I didn't say anything."
Bosacius sighed dramatically before turning his grin toward Menogias.
"Get lost, Bosacius."
"Even if you get drunk, I won't. If anything, I'll help Bonanus toss you out instead."
Menogias elbowed Bosacius playfully, smirking.
"Alright, let's go."
"To celebrate your long-awaited reunion, we'll have a proper feast."
Qiu Bai smiled warmly as he watched the reunited Yakshas, their rare moment of happiness lighting up the atmosphere.
Without further delay, he led the group toward Wangshu Inn's counter.
"Well, if it isn't Mr. Qiu Bai!"
"Bringing friends over for a meal?"
Verr Goldet greeted them with a bright smile.
"Boss Goldet, these are all my friends."
"Tell Chef Yanxiao to prepare at least a dozen fine dishes, bring out several barrels of your best wine, and a few large glasses of fruit juice."
"Oh, and add two extra plates of Almond Tofu as well."
Qiu Bai grinned as he placed the order.
"Of course, Mr. Qiu Bai. Please head to the private room over there."
"I'll have Yanxiao fire up the stove right away—you won't be kept waiting for long."
With that, Verr Goldet motioned for an employee to guide Qiu Bai, Zhongli, and the others toward a nearby private dining room.
"Hmm... Elegant decor."
"It radiates comfort and refinement, a truly pleasant place. The only drawback is that it's rather far from Liyue Harbor."
Zhongli stroked his chin thoughtfully, offering his assessment.
The room's décor was elegant. A finely crafted chandelier hung from the ceiling, casting a warm glow that illuminated the bright and tidy space.
Classic paintings adorned the walls, and the table was neatly set with exquisite bowls and chopsticks.
A pot of freshly brewed hot tea sat in the center, its fragrance lingering in the air, while the chairs meticulously crafted from birch wood added a touch of refinement.
"Lord Zhongli is right,"
"I also think this place is fantastic."
Bosacius stepped forward, looking around the room with a satisfied smile.
"Bosacius,"
"Don't get knocked out by me later."
Menogias smirked at him, a teasing glint in his eyes.
"You two men, don't end up losing to a weak woman when it comes to drinking."
Indarias glanced at Menogias and Bosacius with a hint of disdain in her tone.
"Weak woman?"
"Do you even know what that term means?"
Bosacius twitched at her words, looking at Indarias with sheer disbelief.
If it were Bonanus, he might have understood—but Indarias? Really?
His gaze shifted toward Bonanus, who was quietly seated on a chair, sipping fruit juice like a well-mannered little sister from next door.
With a chuckle, the group took their seats.
Zhongli and Qiu Bai sat next to each other, while the Yakshas took their places opposite them.
After a short wait, the food and drinks arrived.
Steam rose from the dishes, carrying an irresistible aroma that teased their appetites.
"Immortal Lord, can I ask you for a favor after we eat?"
Bonanus soft voice rang out as she looked at Qiubai with her bright eyes.
"Of course,as long as it's something I can do."
Qiu Bai smiled at the adorable Bonanus, who could refuse such a cute little sister?
"But calling me 'Immortal Lord' is too formal. Just call me Qiu Bai from now on."
"I'm not used to all these fancy titles."
He turned toward the Yakshas with a grin, raising his wine cup.
"Really?"
"Thank you, Lord Qiu Bai!"
Bonanus beamed happily, her sweet voice brimming with joy.
Qiu Bai smile stiffened slightly.
So, she wouldn't call him Immortal Lord, but now she was calling him Lord Qiu Bai instead?
"Alright then, let's dig in!"
"Cheers!"
Qiu Bai clinked his wine cup forward, prompting the Yakshas to lift their drinks in unison.
Zhongli chuckled as he raised his cup, while Menogias lifted a glass of fruit juice instead.
The atmosphere was lively.
For once, Xiao was smiling, genuinely enjoying himself.
Laughter and stories filled the room as they reminisced about the past, sharing tales of what had transpired over the centuries.
Cup after cup was emptied.
By the end of the night, Zhongli, Qiu Bai, and Bonanus (who hadn't touched alcohol) were completely fine.
Meanwhile, Bosacius, Indarias, and Menogias were all flushed red, stubbornly refusing to admit defeat to one another.
In the end, Wangshu Inn staff had to carry them off to the private rooms, where they collapsed onto the beds and slept like logs.
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