Chapter 381

How could that help improve the Ghost Passage's business?

"That comic shop is called the Joy-Relieving Bookhouse; I happened upon it this morning."

Speaking of this, Hu Tao also grew excited.

After all, having experienced something so miraculous, she very much wanted to share it with others.

Especially someone like Seeing Zhongli, whose knowledge far surpasses ordinary people.

"That comic shop actually has comics about our industry, called 'Mr. Zombie'—I've read it, and it's very good."

"And most miraculously, after reading the comics, you receive rewards—I received a reward called Palm Thunder, like this…"

Saying this, Hu Tao extended her hand.

A thin bolt of lightning appeared in her palm.

Though its power seemed somewhat weak, it was noticeably more potent than before.

"Could there really be such a miraculous shop in Liyue?"

A trace of interest flickered in Seeing Zhongli's otherwise unshakable gaze.

Although he now appears before the public less frequently,

as the Immortal Emperor, the creator of Liyue,

no one knows Liyue better than he does.

Yet he had never heard of such a comic shop.

To gain rewards simply by reading comics,

in Seeing Zhongli's view, resembled a god bestowing a Vision.

"Could the owner of that comic shop be an ancient demon god?"

Seeing Zhongli began to ponder.

Although after the War of the Demon Gods, the demon gods fell one by one, and Teyvat ultimately had only seven gods,

not all demon gods have perished.

Some demon gods fled to the Outer Sea of Darkness.

Perhaps the Mr. Han that Hu Tao encountered was one of them.

After all, the Electro element in Hu Tao's hand was undeniably real.

Yet her Vision was of Pyro.

For two elements to manifest on a single person, such ability,

could only be achieved at the level of a demon god.

Hu Tao was unaware of Seeing Zhongli's thoughts and continued speaking.

"Besides 'Mr. Zombie,' Mr. Han has many other comics, so I plan to take Old Meng and the others to take a look—but the price is a bit steep."

Hu Tao sighed.

Ten million Mora per day isn't much.

But over a month, that adds up to thirty million Mora!

For the entire Ghost Passage, it would be over a hundred million Mora!

Even with Hu Tao's vast wealth, it was beginning to strain her.

"But if you can gain such rewards, the money is worth it."

Seeing Zhongli snapped out of his thoughts and smiled lightly.

"That's true."

Thinking of the Palm Thunder in his hand, Hu Tao grew cheerful again.

And if she visited more often, she'd surely receive better rewards.

If a solution could be found,

wouldn't the Ghost Passage's business finally improve?

"Huh? You're leaving again?"

Watching Seeing Zhongli rise to leave, Hu Tao asked curiously.

"Yes, I plan to visit the comic shop the Director mentioned."

Seeing Zhongli gave a faint smile.

A mysterious and miraculous shop had appeared in Liyue, and its owner might be a demon god.

In any case, Seeing Zhongli should go take a look.

"You're interested in comics?"

Hu Tao's expression turned peculiar.

She had assumed someone like this "old scholar" would only enjoy opera and bird-walking.

That's why she hadn't planned to invite him.

She never expected he'd be interested in comics.

It truly surprised her.

Still, though she thought it odd, Hu Tao gave Seeing Zhongli the address.

"A comic shop hidden in a remote place? How intriguing!"

Seeing Zhongli's interest grew ever stronger.

"Thank you, Director!"

After bidding farewell to Hu Tao, Seeing Zhongli walked toward the door.

And Hu Tao remained inside the Ghost Passage.

I'll wait until La Meng and the others come back, then take them over.

"Huh? Why are you back again?"

Seeing Zhongli return, Hu Tao was puzzled.

Could it be he wants to go to the manga shop with me?

"I heard the Sect Master say it costs 100,000 Mora to read a manga, so I came specially to ask for your help."

Seeing Zhongli spoke calmly and evenly.

Although he usually never checks prices when buying things, and often forgets to bring money,

this time the place he's going to is unusual,

and the opponents he might meet could be former acquaintances.

For both emotional and rational reasons, Seeing Zhongli felt he must take it seriously.

Hu Tao: "..."