[Genshin Impact]: I can become stronger by cooking.

"Good afternoon, Mr. Asaka. Would you like some delicious fish and chips?"

"..."

"How about... I give you the meal for free?"

Chao Ke picked up a copy of the "Amazing" newspaper. "Mr. Louis, could you please explain why your shop sells this outdated newspaper?"

"Uh...uh..."

Louis stammered, organizing his thoughts in his mind, trying to figure out how to answer Chao Ke's question.

"Um, I don't think selling these newspapers violates any of the laws of Fontaine, do I?"

"After all, I have a 'Book and Newspaper Sales Permit'."

As Louis spoke, he took out a business license from under the counter and showed it to Chao Ke.

Chao Ke took it and examined it.

There's nothing wrong with Louis's permit; judging from the approval date, it was only recently, so he probably hasn't been selling newspapers for very long.

Chao Ke couldn't help but sneer.

“Mr. Louis, you have indeed made thorough preparations, and even obtained the necessary permits.”

Louis gave a guilty smile.

"But the laws in Fontaine are complex, and you probably don't know some of the details about the laws concerning the sale of newspapers, Louis."

Louis felt a chill run down his spine, sensing something was amiss.

Chao Ke continued his story.

"In order to ensure a free press environment, Fontaine allows newspapers to be published even if they are not registered, and these newspapers, along with approved books and periodicals, can also be sold."

"only."

"The law has strict regulations on the time of sale and the price of sale."

"The sales period cannot exceed three days from the date of publication, the sales price cannot exceed twice the average price of a newspaper, and most importantly..."

"It is strictly forbidden to reprint and sell this type of newspaper; violators will be severely punished."

After Chao Ke finished speaking, Louis seemed to have all his energy drained away and collapsed to the ground instantly.

"how so..."

"Why didn't I consult the law more carefully back then...?"

Chao Ke lifted Louis up. "Mr. Louis, please don't do this. I haven't finished speaking yet."

“What you just mentioned was only your crime of illegally selling newspapers. Your act of selling those newspapers also constitutes unfair competition against my restaurant, and the evidence is conclusive.”

"I think you should stay in Mero Petersburg for quite some time."

Louis was startled by Chao Ke's words and quickly apologized.

"I'm sorry, Mr. Chao Ke. I was jealous of your store's business and got angry, so I did something wrong in a moment of anger."

"I am willing to compensate you for all the losses your store has suffered during this period. Please be lenient and do not sue me."

A smile appeared on Chao Ke's lips.

"This compensation is not enough, Mr. Louis."

"Mr. Louis, you don't want to be imprisoned in Meaux-Petersburg, do you?"

Louis retreated in alarm.

"What do you want?"

Chao Ke: I want...

Chapter 116 Chao Ke Flies Again

Chao Ke: "I want some recipes from you, and for you to work for me for a while."

"As for other financial compensation, there's no need for that, how about it?"

Louis was stunned; the conditions offered by Chao Ke were something he hadn't expected.

He thought he would be extorted for a large sum of money, but Chao Ke did not ask for any money, and the conditions he offered were not particularly harsh.

"Mr. Chao Ke, thank you very much for your kindness."

"Stop dawdling. If you have paper and pen, write it down now before I change my mind."

"Okay, okay."

After Louis finished speaking, he picked up a pen and paper and began to write down all five recipes that Chao Ke had requested.

After some time, as Chao Ke held the recipe handed over by Louis, a notification from the system rang in his mind.

[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have obtained the recipe - Garlic Breadsticks]

[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have obtained the recipe for Fontainebleau Onion Soup]

[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have obtained the recipe for Fish and Chips]

[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have obtained the recipe for Fruit Gummies]

[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have obtained the recipe - Circles and Rounds]

Louis breathed a sigh of relief after finishing writing the recipe, shaking his slightly sore and tired hands, and opened a bottle of Fonda and gulped it down.

Louis was quite particular; he didn't just drink it himself, but also opened a bottle of Fonda for Chao Ke and handed it to him.

Chao Ke took it, and with one sip, the abundant bubbles and fruity sweetness were truly refreshing and invigorating, putting him in a good mood.

As they shared their drinks, the atmosphere between them became less tense.

Louis said to Chao Ke.

"I never expected that Mr. Chao Ke would not only be good at running a restaurant, but also so familiar with the laws of Fontaine. He even knows such details. It's no wonder I'm defeated by you."

Chao Ke took a swig of Fengda, but a strange smile appeared on his lips.

“Louis, who told you I’ve studied the law thoroughly?”

Louis was taken aback. "Aren't you? Then what you just said made perfect sense..."

Louis immediately realized what was happening, and his expression turned extremely ugly.

"Chao Ke, don't tell me that all those laws you just talked about regarding newspaper sales were lies to me?"

Chao Ke took another swig of Fontaine and placed the empty bottle on the counter at the Louis store.

"Otherwise, how much free time would I have to be to memorize all those complicated laws of Fontaine?"

After Chao Ke finished speaking, he placed another business card under the empty Fontaine bottle.

"However, when the Fools try to reason with you, you'd better listen to their reasoning."

"For the sake of this bottle of Fonda, give me the source of these 'Amazing' newspapers in your store, and we'll call it even."

"As for whether or not you want to work for me at my new store..."

"Think it over carefully yourself."

Louis remained silent, examining the business card of the Chao Ke Fools, a flicker of relief crossing his mind.

After giving his supply channels to Chao Ke, Louis said nothing more.

This snack shop was his life's work, and it took some mental preparation for him to give it up and join someone else's business.

Chao Ke roughly understood Louis's attitude and turned to leave.

But as he was leaving, Chao Ke took a copy of the "Amazing" newspaper and pointed it at Louis.

"If you dare to sell this stuff again, I'll smash your stall."

......

Inside the Buffati Mansion.

After finishing his meal in the cafeteria, Chao Ke casually pushed open the door to Arecino's office.

I picked up my older sister's teacup and took a sip. I had just finished eating, so it was perfect to have some tea to cleanse my palate.

Arecino was already used to this scene and said without even looking up.

"Go wash the teacup and pour me another one."

Chao Ke was naturally happy to carry out his older sister's instructions.

After Chao Ke placed the brewed tea and a small plate of snacks on the table, Arecino also temporarily stopped her work and took a short break.

"Sister, did you write this newspaper?"

Arecino looked curious, neither confirming nor denying.

Why do you have this guess?

Chao Ke pouted.

“The people at The Amazing News aren’t stupid; they know where the line is for sensationalism.”

"Without our permission, would they dare to reprint newspapers like this to rip off the restaurants?"

"If the editor-in-chief of The Amazing Newspaper couldn't see this point, he would have been drowned long ago."

"Oh?"

Arecino swirled her teacup and said.

"Then why do you think it's me, and not someone from Fontaine, who's backing the Amazing Newspaper?"

Chao Ke picked up a piece of golden crystal snail cake and put it in his mouth, savoring its soft and sweet flavor.

After finishing a snack, he replied to Chao Ke.

"Sister, I know you."

"If it really is an outsider bullying my business, Louis will most likely disappear before I return."

Arecino smiled, seemingly satisfied with Chao Ke's answer.