Genshin Impact: I, the Winter's Executor, am forced to work.

Seeing that the other person had already started to tidy up their clothes, the girl had no choice but to let it be.

"Um, Brother Qin Ye, do you need me to dress more formally?"

"There's no need for so many formalities when meeting an old friend. Don't you know how good my relationship with Pantalone is? It's incredibly close."

"..."

Tatiana bowed, but her heart was filled with worry.

I'm afraid of embarrassing you because I don't know whether your relationship is good or bad!

"Relax."

Qin Ye offered another word of comfort and took the wine jar from the other person's hand.

"Let's go, there's no need to lock the door."

"Yes."

As the two left the mansion, everyone—from the onlookers on the stairs of the teahouse in the distance, to some pedestrians chatting on the road, and even the Qianyan Army—focused their attention on them.

"The people of Liyue are truly warm and hospitable..."

He sighed, but didn't think much of it, since it had become a habit.

The Northern Bank was located directly opposite the Heyu Tea House and very close to the residence; it only took a few steps to reach the bank's entrance.

"Vlad, you've been working hard on guard duty all this time."

The masked fools had tears of emotion streaming down their faces.

"I never expected... that someone as important as you would remember someone as insignificant as me..."

Qin Ye reached out and patted the other person on the shoulder: "Everyone who has contributed their sweat to Zhi Dong should not be forgotten."

The man coughed a few times to suppress the urge to cry, and then extended his hand in a gesture of respect.

"For the Empress!"

"For the Queen. Oh, and I remember Nadia too. When you switch shifts with her tonight, remember to give her my regards."

"Yes!"

Under his younger brother's moved gaze, Qin Ye pushed open the door of the Northern Bank.

"Long time no see."

As soon as I entered the house, a familiar female voice came from beside me.

Qin Ye's gaze immediately followed the sound, and he breathed a sigh of relief.

"You startled me! It's Ke Qing. How could the mighty Yuheng Star patronize my humble Northern Bank?"

Ke Qing frowned: "I was specially called back from the construction site. You could have just spent your days walking your birds and listening to operas, but you had to cause such a big commotion and make everyone panic."

That's why Ningguang specifically asked me to keep an eye on things openly.

Her gaze drifted upwards, where Ye Lan was also tossing dice on the second floor.

"What big event is it? I just came to see a friend."

"Heh. Anyway, you'd better behave yourself."

Ke Qing naturally didn't believe the other party's explanation.

Could it be that Ningguang thought she couldn't handle Qin Ye, so she tricked me into coming here?

He rubbed his swollen eyebrows helplessly.

How could someone plot something in front of a large crowd?

Qin Ye smiled, did not continue to explain, and followed the Fools up the stairs.

After all, it's easy to make things worse by trying to cover it up.

Before he had even fully stepped onto the stairs, a gentle greeting had already reached his ears.

"Heh, Dionysus, long time no see. You haven't changed at all in your self-willed ways."

The man wore elegant glasses and his fingers were adorned with numerous luxurious rings. His appearance was not at all greasy; instead, it exuded composure and maturity.

His tone contained a hint of sarcasm, but the smile that appeared when he squinted his eyes gave him a friendly air.

"I went through so much trouble to invite you to Liyue. Shouldn't you be happy? My dear Pantalone."

Qin Ye laughed heartily, pulled out a chair, crossed his legs, and looked exceptionally comfortable.

The rich man silently tightened his grip on his interlaced fingers: "You should know that I have never liked this country."

"Harmful."

Qin Ye looked around.

"Look at what you're saying. If you don't like it, why decorate your properties with a Liyue theme? Besides, Northern Bank is one of your properties, and it's my territory, Winter's Land. What's there to be afraid of here?"

The man raised the corners of his mouth and nodded repeatedly, squeezing out a few words through his teeth: "You're right."

"Is their relationship not very good?"

Keqing quietly moved closer to Tatiana and asked in a low voice.

"Lord Yuheng... to be honest, I don't know either."

"..."

The rich man looked at the smiling Qin Ye and remembered the letter the other party had sent.

Opened by Pantalone.

Long time no see, my dear Pantalone.

My trip to Liyue went unexpectedly smoothly, thank you for your meticulous financial assistance.

I had planned to inform you once I reached a certain amount, so I could use my savings from the winter to reimburse you. However, I didn't expect to reach that amount, so I didn't want to bother you with this letter.

I had a very pleasant conversation with the King of Rocks, discussing important business matters and experiencing the truths of life through opera.

Unfortunately, whenever that happens, your image appears in my mind.

It makes me very sad that I can't share a drink with you.

I've finally found some free time recently, and there are some things I'd like to discuss with you in detail.

If you would not mind, please come to the Northern Bank for a chat.

Your beloved Dionysus.

"Hey..."

He let out a long sigh, suppressing the helplessness in his heart.

"Oh, right."

Pantalone beckoned to the Fools soldiers behind him and sent them to fetch some items from the back.

"I brought some fine wine from my hometown; would you do me the honor of bringing some?"

"Look at what you're saying, what kind of talk is that?"

Qin Ye directly raised the wine jar: "With our relationship, there's no such thing as 'favoring' or 'not honoring' you. Look, I always carry the gifts I prepared for you with me."

"That's true, I didn't think it through."

Pantalone took the wine glass, placed it in front of the two of them, and poured a full glass for Qin Ye.

Qin Ye then poured the other person's glass full as well.

“Dionysus, you have traveled a long way to Liyue and made great contributions to the Fatui. I am a guest here in Liyue, so please go first.”

"Oh, don't be so formal," Qin Ye waved his hand.

“This Northern Bank is your property, and I am the guest. How can I drink alone before you? Pantalone, please go first.”

"No, no, I've been away from here for so long that I've forgotten what happened before. I need you to take care of me. You should go first."

"That won't do. Although I live in Liyue, I am a native of Winterfell. How can I compete with you? You must go first."

"No, no..."

The two exchanged pleasantries for a long time, which made Ke Qing want to reach out and touch the long sword on her back.

Wouldn't it be better to use that time to work?!

Wasting so much time means we have to do so much less work.

Don't you executives of Winter understand the value of time?

"How about this," Qin Ye raised his glass, "we'll drink together, shall we?"

"Good idea."

The two raised their glasses to each other, gestured, and quickly brought them to their lips, but then stopped at the same time.

Smiles bloomed on both of their faces.

What should have been an awkward situation turned out to be perfectly normal for the two of them.

Pantalone spoke first.

"I suddenly remembered that I have some important matters to attend to, and it's not advisable for me to drink alcohol. Perhaps we can discuss it another time?"

Qin Ye grinned.

"Very well, I drank with Tianquan Ningguang and Captain Beidou for a long time yesterday, and my headache lasted until midnight. I should not drink too much."

The wine glasses were placed on the table.

The two looked at each other and smiled.

"Why don't we get straight to the point?"

"So good."

Chapter 45 Pay Back the Debt

“Everyone around here is one of our own, and they’re all honest people, so feel free to be casual, Pantalone.”