In Sumeru, pretend to be a scholar

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When she said this, her tone was a little serious, but also showed genuine concern.

Navelette looked at her, but swallowed back the refusal that was on the tip of his tongue.

He was silent for a few seconds, then finally nodded: "Okay, I'll go."

Furna was immediately delighted: "Then we'll meet at the opera house entrance!"

She came in a whirlwind, and she's leaving in a whirlwind too.

Seeing this, Wang Yan quickly said, "Ms. Fu Ningna, wait for me, I'll come with you."

He wanted to fight Navellet, but didn't want to face the negative pressure Navellet.

I just used Furna to make her angry, and it might rain soon, so I'd better leave first.

...

As they left Momang Palace with Fu Ningna, the civil servants they encountered along the way made way for them.

Clearly, although Frinna has stepped down as the goddess of water, she still holds a very high place in many people's hearts.

Wang Yan walked beside Fu Ningna and casually said, "Ms. Fu Ningna, it has to be you. Even the Supreme Court judge gives you face."

“Actually, we haven’t communicated for a long time,” Fu Ningna said.

"Huh?" Wang Yan was taken aback.

The way Fryna spoke to Navelette just now was the kind of attitude you'd expect from very close friends.

“Haha, it’s nothing.” Furna wasn’t going to tell this director, whom she had only known for a short time, her story. “Anyway, Vilette is a good guy, you don’t have to worry about him getting revenge on you.”

"Oh, okay." Wang Yan actually wanted Navilet to retaliate against him, preferably by fighting.

"Oh, by the way, to thank Ms. Fu Ningna for her help, let me treat you to some small cakes!" Wang Yan added.

This wasn't a whim, Wang Yan thought. Normally, most players who come to Teyvat would want to treat Flynn to a little cake, or of course, they might want to steal Flynn's little cake.

Since Fu Ningna helped out this time, it gave me a reason.

Fu Ningna paused for a moment, then hesitated.

Is it really appropriate to eat someone's cake after saying a few words in their defense?

But... the little cakes are really delicious!

Wang Yan didn't give Fufu any more time to think and quickened his pace: "When I was buying snacks just now, I saw that there were some new products."

“New arrival!”

Fu Ningna's eyes lit up.

She's not short of money, but lately she's been busy with film projects and hasn't had much time for afternoon tea, so she's been less attuned to new products in the small cake market.

"Let's go, it's on me!"

Wang Yan said directly, and then walked towards the pastry shop they had visited before.

Fufu hesitated for 0.01 seconds, and then followed.

Ten minutes later.

Wang Yan and Fu Ningna sat down by the window in the pastry shop.

When the shop assistant brought out the freshly baked new products, Fu Ningna's eyes lit up immediately.

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It was a palm-sized mousse, covered with a thin layer of berry jam, with a plump raspberry in the center and a cream flower squeezed next to it. It looked very delicate.

Furness didn't touch the fork at first, but instead moved closer and gently sniffed it.

"Hmm... the tartness of the berries and the sweetness of the cream are well balanced. The jam on top must have been cooked twice, as it's very thick."

As she spoke, she carefully cut off a small piece and put it in her mouth.

She chewed a couple of times, then her eyes narrowed.

"The cream is light cream, whipped to just the right consistency—not too stiff, nor melting in your mouth. The cake base is made with almond flour, giving it a slightly caramelized flavor."

She put down the small fork and nodded seriously.

"Seven points. I deducted three points because the berry jam could have had a little more lemon juice added to enhance the freshness. The current flavor is a bit bland."

A master in the cake industry!

Wang Yan, who was listening nearby, couldn't help but laugh: "Ms. Fu Ningna's knowledge of cakes is truly admirable."

“Of course!” Furna immediately puffed out her chest. “I…I know a lot about food!”

The pastry shop owner, who had been secretly watching from behind the counter, immediately brightened up when he heard Fu Ningna's review.

"Lady Furna!" The shopkeeper's face beamed with joy. "It's truly an honor for us to have you visit our shop! These two dishes are our master's specialties. Please try them and give us your feedback!"

Fu Ningna was taken aback.

She glanced at the two plates of cakes that had suddenly appeared in front of her, then looked up at the boss, whose face was flushed with excitement.

"Ah... this isn't a good idea."

"It's alright, it's alright!" the shop owner waved his hands repeatedly. "You're doing us a favor by eating our cakes! Please don't be shy with me!"

"Stop!" Wang Yan called out to the shop owner, then said seriously, "I invited Ms. Fu Ningna to your restaurant to express my gratitude, not to advertise for you. Boss, please have some self-respect!"

Upon hearing Wang Yan's words, the boss chuckled, but still did not remove the extra small cakes.

Seeing this, Wang Yan looked at Fu Ningna and said, "Ms. Fu Ningna, it seems you'll have to appraise a couple more cakes, but don't worry, I'll pay for them."

Fu Ningna smiled and said, "Actually, you don't need to scold him. His cakes are indeed very good, and I don't mind if they use me for publicity."

“Heh, Ms. Furna, kindness is your business, exploitation is his business, but this time it’s my treat, so it’s my business.” Wang Yan shook his head with a smile. “I don’t want to spend money to do favors for others.”

The way the boss looked at Furness just now was like he was looking at a living advertisement; his eyes were practically shining when those two plates of cakes were brought out.

So, he paid the bill, but ended up benefiting the shop instead?

That definitely won't work.

Fu Ningna smiled, not minding, and continued to enjoy the cakes, offering her comments but not giving them a score.

After finishing the three pieces of cake, Furna wiped her mouth contentedly.

Wang Yan got up and went to the counter to pay.

The owner initially refused to accept the money, saying that it was already a huge honor for Furna to grace him with her presence, and that this meal would be on him.

Despite Wang Yan's repeated persuasion, he insisted on paying the money.

Just kidding, he treated Furna to cake to repay a favor.

What if the boss waived the bill?

It's like he brought Furna here to do an advertisement for someone; he has no interest in saving money.

However, it seems I underestimated Fu Ningna's popularity in Maple Leaf.

Judging from the owner's demeanor, even without advertising, the fact that Fu Ningna had eaten cakes here might bring him a lot of customers.

But judging from Furna's expression, she really didn't care.

That's normal. If she were to care, Fu Ningna wouldn't be able to go to the store to eat small cakes so casually.

"Okay, thank you for treating me to cake, Director Wang Yan. I have to go back now. Goodbye." After leaving the pastry shop, Fu Ningna waved to Wang Yan.

Wang Yan smiled and nodded: "See you at the opera house later."

Chapter 383 Alice: We Are All Ladies (Single Update for Holiday)

"Oh, isn't this the busy man? He actually showed up."

In Nico's inn, Falushan saw her disciple whom she hadn't seen for several days and spoke softly.

Although she followed Nico to many art exhibitions and had a great time interacting with engineers, architects, and even artists in Maple Leaf.

But... I haven't seen Wang Yan at all these past few days.

This made Estelle somewhat unhappy.

"Hehe, mentor, I'm back now." Wang Yan walked straight to Falushan's side, took her arm, and shook it. "I just had a breakthrough in my research, which is why I was delayed."

Effusa's expression immediately softened.

As a mentor, she could completely understand if her students' research made progress and took a break.

Nico, who was watching the show from the side, was a little dissatisfied: "No, senior, you're too easy to coax. You've forgiven him so easily? He hasn't shown up for days!"

As she spoke, she looked at Witch A on the other side of the room: "Alice, do you think Wang Yan should be punished properly for his actions?"

“Hmm… Senior Erossan came to Maple Leaf for Wang Yan, but Wang Yan left her there for several days. That’s certainly not what a gentleman should do.” Alice drawled out her words, teasing Klee beside her as she spoke slowly.

“Exactly!” Nico immediately chimed in, running to Erosan’s other side and taking her arm. “Senior, you’re too gentle. If it were me, I would have picked him up and given him a good scolding.”

Hehe, I want to see the senior's reprimand of Wang Yan!

So what if you're a genius?

Is it impressive to learn quickly?

Hmph! Watch me teach you a lesson from your senior!

She shook Valusan's arm, feigning indignation on behalf of her elder: "Think about it, our senior traveled all the way from Sumeru to Fengdan, a place where he knows no one, and yet he just disappeared for days without even sending a message. If he hadn't remembered today, was he planning to wait until our senior returned to Sumeru before he would show up?"

"I didn't..." Wang Yan was about to defend himself.

"Look, look!" Nico immediately pointed at Wang Yan, "He still says no! He's already talking back! Senior, you have to keep an eye on him, or what will he be like in the future?"

Alice nodded in agreement, "Nicole is right. Boys need to be taught well from a young age, otherwise they'll grow up to be wild."

"Claire, do you think it's a good idea for the director to leave Aunt Erosine behind and go out to play by himself?" Alice asked Claire again.

Klee raised her little hand: "Klee thinks so too! The director is naughty!"

Seeing this, Wang Yan suddenly understood Villette's feelings.

When I was talking to Fryna, the way Violet looked at me was probably the same way I looked at Nicole!

As Eros listened to their conversation, she deliberately put on a serious, thoughtful expression.

She lowered her head and looked at Wang Yan, who was clinging to her arm and trying to make her laugh, and then at the two witches beside her who were looking forward to her outburst.

There was a two-second silence.

“…Alright then.” Eros cleared her throat, adopting the stern demeanor of a mentor. “They certainly deserve a lesson.”

Wang Yan's smile froze for a moment.

Nico and Alice exchanged a glance, both seeing excitement in each other's eyes.

This is going to be interesting!

Falushan straightened her face and looked at Wang Yan: "Lower your head."

Wang Yan hesitated for a moment, but still obediently lowered his head.

He knows his mentor too well; if he dares to disobey now, he might be nagged for a long time.

It's better to just endure it and let it pass.

Nico and Alice held their breath, waiting to see what would happen.

Then, Estée Lauder raised her hand.

Gently.