Paimon instantly regained his energy and exclaimed in surprise:
"Colette, are you carrying these plants with you?"
"Actually, it's because I've been learning about plants in Liyue from Master Tinari recently, so I brought some samples with me."
Yin Kong was pleasantly surprised to find that, in addition to samples of plants such as [Jueyun Pepper], [Liuli Bag], [Qingxin], and [Tree King Sacred Body Mushroom], Ke Lai also brought a seed bag.
“Ah, Master Tinari taught me this. He said that collecting seeds of various plants can serve as a souvenir of the forest patrol work.”
With an embarrassed expression, Cole explained that some of the seeds she found in the Sumeru Rainforest, while others she acquired through trade with passing merchants during her forest patrols:
"Judging from your expressions, is it really useful?"
Chapter 104 Contract
Yin Kong and Paimon exchanged a glance and said almost in unison:
"That would be incredibly useful!"
After all, many characters who want to break through their own level need not only materials dropped by world bosses, but also to collect local specialties.
Examples include Maple Plains Man's "Sea Spirit Mushroom", Fischl's "Little Lamp Grass", Shinobu's "Singing Grass", Xiangling's "Absolute Cloud Pepper", and even Cole's own "Tree King Holy Body Mushroom".
Originally, Yin Kong was worried about how to collect these materials.
After all, Zhongli could find a substitute for amber among many jade stones based on her own circumstances.
If it were another character, even if Zhongli could do it, it would require a lot of extra time and effort.
According to Ke Lai's recollection, the seeds he collected actually included most of the regional specialties that Yin Kong needed.
"That's great, if only all these seeds could be planted—"
Hearing Paimon's excited words, Cole hesitated for a moment, but still told the truth:
"I'm sorry, Paimon, that's probably not possible."
Paimon was taken aback, then asked in confusion:
"Why can't it be done? Are these seeds actually rotten?"
Cole shook his head and said:
"It's not the seeds that are the problem, but the environment. Since they are regional specialties, it means that these plants can only grow in specific environments, and some of them require the environment to contain specific elemental forces..."
Obviously, they cannot find these environments in this world.
Just as Yin Kong frowned, Zhong Li's voice rang out in his mind:
"Traveler, there is no need to be so disappointed."
Yin Kong was taken aback, then exclaimed with delight:
"Mr. Zhongli, you really do have a way!"
Zhongli chuckled softly and reminded him:
"But the traveler may have forgotten that the area around this square can now be considered your Dust Song Pot."
"That's it, I understand!"
Yin Kong immediately realized that, as a celestial grotto, the Dust Song Pot naturally possessed the ability to simulate various environments.
In the game, players can obtain up to three types of farmland, which can be used to grow almost all the plants in the open world.
“Although the power of faith is lacking, the immortal power of the grotto is insufficient, and many of the external landscape’s effects are limited, I think it’s not difficult to simulate a small area of plant growth environment.” Zhongli first affirmed Yin Kong’s idea, but quickly added, “However, this not only requires the consumption of some special materials, but also requires sufficient understanding of the seed’s growth conditions.”
The so-called special materials are naturally those random materials dropped by demons.
This is probably the easiest material with special powers that Yin Kong can obtain besides Mora.
According to Zhongli's estimate, if it's just the consumption required to maintain the special environment, the materials that Aren collected tonight should be enough for a long time.
As for growth conditions—
"Since you've said so, Yin Kong, I will naturally do my best."
Ke Lai was naturally very happy to agree to Yin Kong's request.
The only pity was that, as Ti's student, Cole only carried various plant seeds with him.
Among the regional specialties needed for the characters to advance, in addition to minerals like amber and plants like the Rainbow Flower, there are some more unique species.
For example, the deer needs the local specialty of Inazuma, namely the herring beetle.
But what character would carry around something like a hermit beetle?
Wait a minute! Maybe there really is one.
As soon as he thought of this, the image of a street thug with horns gradually became clear in Yin Kong's mind.
To Yoko Okino's slight surprise, Xiangling was different from Yin Kong; as long as the ingredients were prepared, she could cook dinner with a "ding".
She really needs to start preparing step by step, beginning with washing the vegetables.
Of course, just by looking at this little Liyue cook humming a lullaby while chopping vegetables, you can tell that she is obviously enjoying herself.
If she could cook well just by "taking the reins" herself, wouldn't that be more boring?
"Oh right, this is Guoba, my good friend!"
Looking at this mysterious creature that resembled a bear but clearly defied common sense, Yoko Okino remained remarkably calm.
"Hello, Guoba."
After all, she had already met Paimon, the young Barbatos, and Oz.
The fact that Guoba couldn't speak was no longer enough to elicit a look of shock from her.
"Xiangling, and Miss Yangzi, come and sign this contract first."
As Guoba hopped and skipped around greeting everyone, Yin Kong also took out the old contract.
Paimon, witnessing this scene, exclaimed in surprise:
"Hey, isn't this the contract I made with the juvenile form of Barbatos?"
Yin Kong nodded and said:
“That’s right. Barbatos’s juvenile form has grown in power, so it can now support more contractors.”
Xiangling's rice crust, just like Paimon's, obviously needs to be disguised before it can be openly displayed in front of everyone.
This is why Yin Kong didn't let Xiang Ling appear directly at the agency, but instead had her replace Fischl, who was originally in the Dust Song Pot, and left Guoba in the apartment before entering the agency to meet everyone.
"real?!"
Yoko Okino was naturally overjoyed.
This idol was initially worried that with the arrival of Sonoko Suzuki, a wealthy investor, Yoon Sora's attitude towards her would change.
Now it seems I was indeed worrying unnecessarily.
"Huh, this little guy has already fallen asleep?" Looking at the magical cat curled up in a ball, Paimon couldn't help but exclaim in surprise, "Doesn't that mean I don't have to spend any time taking care of it for the time being?"
Yin Kong nodded slightly:
"That's one way to put it."
According to his estimate, it would take the little guy about a week of eating and sleeping like this to completely digest the demonic power in the Reverse Hair Relic.
Even if they wake up during this time, they'll probably only have time to put their paw on the new contract; they won't be in the mood to enjoy the dried fish and massage services prepared by Paimon.
But before Paimon could cheer, Yin Kong reminded her with a smile:
"But didn't you assign these tasks to Manyo through a bet?"
“Oh yeah, does that mean Wan Ye can slack off?” Paimon was taken aback, then said in annoyance, “Damn it, now that you mention it, I suddenly feel like I’m getting the short end of the stick. Is it too late for me to change the terms and move the time to next week?”
Yin Kong smiled and reminded him:
"What do you think?"
Chapter 105 Farewell to the Winter Capital
"Wow, I'm completely satisfied. I can die without regrets."
The only person who would say that would be Paimon.
She was lying on the dining table with a satisfied look on her face, gently patting her bulging belly.
Of course, while the performances of the others weren't as exaggerated as Paimon's, they were all pretty much the same.
Even Yin Kong was no exception, because this was actually the first time he had ever tasted Xiang Ling's cooking.
Sure enough, it was not the same as his other "works".
The delicious dishes produced by the system have probably perfected every detail of the recipe, making them "impeccable" in terms of taste.
But this is probably also his biggest drawback, because his cooking will never deviate from these recipes by even a single step.
Like a perfect work of art on an assembly line, it's delicious, but without any variation.
Even so, it is still an exquisite delicacy that almost no ordinary person can resist.
Only when placed alongside a top chef like Xiangling does one realize the slight lack of "soul" in this beauty.
After enjoying the incredibly delicious meal, Yin Kong naturally didn't forget about his training today.
It's worth mentioning that although his timeline jumped today, it didn't feel like many days passed in a flash as before; he simply pushed the Manyo gacha pool to its final day.
Similarly, the limited-time event "Twelve Trials" has not yet ended.
This time, however, Yin Kong chose a bow as his weapon and, with almost no resistance, broke through all twelve trials of the [Challenge Difficulty] in one go.
"As expected, attribute dominance is just that unreasonable."
The increase in attack power led to an incredible boost in both his strength and speed.
Even when facing a barrage of fire from more than twenty Thompson submachine guns, Yin Kong was able to react easily, and even swung his Ruoshui sword back at some of the bullets aimed at him like hitting a baseball.
Of course, he was also very clear that the only one who was strong was [Ruoshui].
As for himself, although he had also reached level 20, this improvement was negligible compared to the powerful attributes provided by Ruoshui.
Fortunately, I only reached level 20.
Because if they continue to level up in this way, it's no different from directly using experience books, which goes against their original plan.
Fortunately, things did not escalate to the point of no return.
"Perfect timing. The traveler needs to practice archery, so let's take this opportunity to reflect and improve."
Zhongli's teachings certainly couldn't be about foolishly shooting at targets.
The opponents in the Twelve Trials, while no longer posing much of a real threat to Yin Kong, are still quite suitable for practicing archery.
Moreover, the varied environments also make Yin Kong more adaptable to combat in extreme weather conditions.
"Is it finally my turn, Your Highness?"
"I'll give it my all."
Of course, the main teaching responsibilities were actually Fischl and Cole.
As for Zhongli, he would only speak up to remind them when the two "teachers" disagreed or when there was a mistake.
Only after killing these scumbags who had indiscriminately slaughtered innocent people throughout history, and having memorized almost all of their reactions, did Yin Kong close the [Twelve Trials] instance.
"Yin Kong, wanna draw a card?"
Paimon already knew that, in addition to today's mission rewards, Yin Kong had also cleared the first four levels of the Abyss, giving him a total of five draws' worth of resources.
If he's willing, there's still a fairly good chance he'll get another purple one.
"Never mind, let's keep it for now."
Remembering Ruoshui's suggestion, Yin Kong decided to try to accumulate resources first.
"It's another sunny day, how wonderful."
The next morning, as Yin Kong and Paimon brushed their teeth in front of the mirror, Yin Kong habitually opened the wish interface:
【Farewell to Winter Capital】【Young Master Tadalia】.
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