Genshin Impact: My villain system is a little different.

Jiang Ning was counting goods at the dock. These were gears transported from Fontaine. After everything was complete, Jiang Ning said with satisfaction:

"Alright, the count is correct. Payment can be made now."

Behind him, a staff member in Yue-Hai Pavilion uniform directly handed a check to the merchant from Fontaine.

The Fontaine merchant immediately took off his hat in respect: "If there are similar orders in the future, please take care of them."

Jiang Ning smiled and said: "Sure..."

It's not like I'm the one making the decisions anyway.

The Fontaine merchant left, happy as could be.

Jiang Ning originally planned to return with the Yue-Hai Pavilion staff member, but he seemed to spot a familiar figure at the dock.

Hm? Isn't that Yanfei?

Jiang Ning waved his hand, letting the staff member return on their own while he walked toward Yanfei.

"Senior Sister, what's wrong... you look completely exhausted. And it's only been three days, how did you end up like this?"

Jiang Ning was puzzled.

Besides, three days is just enough time for a round trip to Dornman Lane, right? Wasn't this supposed to be a business negotiation?

Yanfei said: "Little Junior Brother... don't even mention it. I almost didn't make it this time."

Jiang Ning found it strange. Although he had heard from Senior Sister Ganyu that Yanfei wasn't very skilled in combat, she was still a Pyro Vision holder and a half-illuminated beast...

Yanfei continued: "If it weren't for the protective items Granny and Father gave me, and help from a friend, I probably wouldn't have made it."

Yanfei's small face was full of lingering fear.

Jiang Ning asked: "What happened? Tell me... actually, let's walk and talk. Come on, Senior Sister, I'll treat you to something to eat."

Yanfei spoke as they walked:

"During this business negotiation, I sensed something was wrong midway. These merchants boarded the ship en route, and they gave me a very strange feeling. After careful investigation, I discovered they were Abyss creatures."

"Then, due to my insufficient skills, I was discovered. There were several Abyss Mages who surrounded and pursued me. Thankfully I had many talismans, and a kind-hearted Outrider from Mondstadt helped me. Otherwise, Little Junior Brother, you wouldn't be seeing me now."

"The Abyss..." Jiang Ning frowned.

Honestly, he had more contact with the Fatui and some common monsters, but regarding the Abyss, he hadn't had much interaction yet. Last time he did see a Hydro Abyss Mage, but before he could act, Senior Sister had already taken care of it.

However, those Abyss Mages were quite similar to hilichurls, wearing masks and having small statures with somewhat disproportionate limbs.

He had heard from Senior Sister Ganyu and his two masters that the Abyss was an enemy of Teyvat.

In any case, they weren't anything good.

But what Jiang Ning was more curious about was whether he could absorb the Abyss power?

[I don't recommend you try it, host... According to the remaining instructions, this thing is far more bizarre than god residue.] The system said.

"I know, I won't try it..." Jiang Ning said.

Before witnessing the true nature of this type of energy, Jiang Ning wouldn't rashly attempt anything.

"Wanmin Restaurant... we're here. Xiangling, are you in?"

Xiangling poked her head out from the kitchen: "Coming, coming... oh, it's you, Little Junior Brother! You didn't even call me Senior Sister!"

The young girl came out, followed by the little bear named Guoba.

She stood in front of Jiang Ning, teasing him.

Ever since learning that the person before her was technically her junior brother, whenever Jiang Ning came by and no one else was around, Xiangling would try to get him to call her Senior Sister.

Little Junior Brother, she wanted that title.

But Jiang Ning just wouldn't do it.

He called Yanfei that because he had done so since their first meeting, but with Xiangling, he was used to calling her by name, and calling her Senior Sister now just felt strange.

"Not calling you that," Jiang Ning quickly said. "Anyway, Senior Sister Yanfei is here, so make something good to eat. Since it's not busy, come join us for a chat."

"Alright, for Yanfei, it should be tofu, right?" Xiangling muttered to herself before busying herself in the kitchen.

Just after going in, she poked her head out again and made a face at Jiang Ning: "You call Yanfei Senior Sister but not me, hmph."

"How old are you..." Jiang Ning was speechless.

Yanfei said: "Isn't this nice... By the way, I heard you're going to Mondstadt?"

Jiang Ning nodded: "Yeah, leaving tomorrow. Probably won't be back for a while."

Yanfei said: "Is that so... Then help me with something, help me bring something to a friend in Mondstadt City."

Jiang Ning was curious: "What is it?"

"It's a thank-you gift. It was because of this incident that we became friends, but she had to leave in a hurry, so I didn't get to thank her properly."

Yanfei said.

"Help me give this safety charm to her. It has Granny's adeptal power in it, which might protect her in times of crisis."

Yanfei handed a protective charm to Jiang Ning.

Jiang Ning put it away: "Got it, I'll give it to... uh, who?"

Yanfei slapped her forehead: "Look at me... I'm really not feeling well, need to rest properly when I get back... I forgot to tell you who."

"Um, in Mondstadt City, the Outrider Squad Captain, the Spindrift Knight, Eula Lawrence, that's my friend."

Jiang Ning became interested: "Okay, okay..."

Though he hadn't met her, he had often heard his silly roommate say, "One sneeze, one dance, cost me 6,500 Mora."

She must be a very charming female knight, right?

"What are you all talking about?"

Xiangling came over carrying several small dishes.

Among them was Yanfei's favorite tofu.

Since they were all close, there was no need for formalities, and they started eating and chatting right away.

"Nothing much, just saying that Little Junior Brother is going to Mondstadt, so I'm having him bring something to someone for me."

Yanfei said.

"Mmm, as expected, Xiangling's cooking is the best... This tofu is tender and smooth..."

Yanfei had a look of pure bliss on her face.

Xiangling said: "Hehe, Yanfei, you don't know this, but Jiang Ning's cooking is also exceptional."

"Oh? Really? Then how come I've never seen you cook? And I heard that for dinner, you either eat at Xiangling's place or Shenhe cooks?"

Yanfei asked.

Jiang Ning said: "Well, aside from the fact that Senior Sister and I don't meet that often... mainly, I'm too lazy to cook..."

Xiangling also seemed helpless: "Yeah, having such amazing culinary skills but not willing to cook... it's really a waste of talent."

"Lu-lu~" Guoba also raised his paws... well, bear paws.

Xiangling said: "See, Guoba thinks so too."

Yanfei said: "Then next time, I'll come to your place for a meal, and you must cook it yourself!"

Jiang Ning had to agree: "Alright..."

"Mondstadt... Oh right, Jiang Ning, remember to bring back some ingredients from Mondstadt City for me, preferably ones that are only available locally."

Xiangling's eyes sparkled.

"Sure..."

Jiang Ning naturally agreed readily.

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