Chapter 313

One is the head chef of the Wanmin Tavern, the other is a legal expert from Liyue.

I heard earlier that he went to Mondstadt.

Judging by this, the reward from that manga shop must be real.

Since it's confirmed to be real, Ningguang grew curious about this so-called reward.

"What reward did each of you three receive?"

"Xiangling's was a recipe, Yanfei's was a bamboo dragonfly."

"Bamboo dragonfly?"

Ningguang's face showed confusion.

A recipe is easy to understand—but what is a bamboo dragonfly?

"According to Xiangling, it's a flying device with a top speed of 80 kilometers per hour and can operate continuously for eight hours!"

Keqing relayed the information she had learned.

"Could it really have such an effect?!"

A flicker of astonishment passed through Ningguang's eyes.

She knew exactly what this meant.

If it truly works like that, the Wind Glider could be rendered obsolete.

And if it could be mass-equipped to the Qianyan Army, the impact would be enormous.

On this point, Ningguang and Keqing thought alike.

"Hmm, when I went to look at the manga, Yanfei had already flown back from Mondstadt—she should be arriving in Liyue soon."

Keqing smiled.

I wonder what expression she'll make when she finds out I know about that bookstore?

"Then when she returns, we could take a look at that bamboo dragonfly—maybe we can reverse-engineer it."

Ningguang mused.

Though she thought the chances were slim, there was no harm in trying.

If it succeeded, they could mass-produce it.

Of course, the prerequisite is Yanfei's consent.

"By the way, Keqing, what reward did you get?"

Ningguang grew curious.

She had only mentioned Xiangling and Yanfei's rewards—she hadn't said anything about her own.

Could it be some powerful ability?

"This…"

Keqing froze instantly.

Although she had accepted the reward after hearing Chef Han's words,

facing it openly so quickly still proved difficult.

Especially in front of this woman—Ningguang.

"Hmm? Could it be some strange ability?"

Ningguang teased.

Her gaze was razor-sharp.

She had instantly noticed Keqing's unnatural hesitation.

If it were a powerful skill or a normal ability, given Keqing's personality,

even if she didn't show it off, she would never wear such an expression.

The only explanation was that her reward was abnormal.

This amplified Ningguang's curiosity infinitely.

"Who says that? My ability is powerful—it can transform into any shape.

Even if shattered into pieces, it heals rapidly; even if burned to ash, it restores."

Keqing snorted.

Though the ability had certain flaws, she would never admit her reward was weak.

"Shape-shifting? Limb regeneration? Even restoring from ash?"

At Keqing's words, Ningguang's pupils flickered with disbelief.

Could such an absurd ability exist?

If it were merely a powerful ability—like swordsmanship or elemental power—

she might believe it.

But these abilities were too bizarre.

Take the part about shattering into pieces and still regenerating.

Have you ever heard of anyone who could do that?

Maybe only a God of Destruction?

But that's a God of Destruction!

One of Teyvat's supreme beings!

And now a manga shop gives you such a reward?

And the part about restoring from ash?

Ningguang didn't even want to comment anymore.

This reward completely overturned her worldview.

If the Wangsheng Hall had this ability, business would surely explode.

"Wait, if you've gained these abilities, then why were you so unnatural just now?"

Lady Ningguang noticed something was off.

If she had such a miraculous ability, she would certainly be extremely confident.

There would be not the slightest hint of unnaturalness.

Could this ability be fabricated by Lady Keqing?

Or is there some flaw?

Seeing Lady Ningguang's skeptical gaze, Lady Keqing was momentarily speechless.

It's a waste to put that mind to managing laws.

Just become a detective instead.

Coincidentally, Mr. Han's comic shop has a detective comic.

It suits you perfectly.

After being stared at by Lady Ningguang for too long, Lady Keqing finally gave in.

"Fine, this is how it is: according to Mr. Han, whenever I use this ability, I take on a cat-like form."

Since it would be exposed eventually anyway, better to just tell her.

Lady Keqing was somewhat exasperated.

"Cat… transformation?"

Lady Ningguang froze.

So there are side effects like this?

No wonder she seemed unnatural just now.

If it were her, she'd be the same.

"Puff!"

Seeing the decoration on Lady Keqing's head, Lady Ningguang couldn't help but laugh out loud.

She was a professional; she rarely laughed.

Unless she truly couldn't hold it in.

This was exactly such a case.

The thought of Lady Keqing taking on cat-like features made her find it hilarious.

The three secretaries beside her also struggled to suppress their laughter.

But since Lady Keqing was present, they dared not laugh aloud—only held it in.