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Due to her instincts, Tingyun had a favorable impression of Tomoyo.

"Miss Tomoyo, hello. I'm Tingyun. Pleased to meet you."

Tingyun greeted Tomoyo with a bright smile.

"Hello, Miss Tingyun."

Tomoyo returned the smile just as warmly. She too felt that Tingyun was a very easy person to get along with.

When two kind-hearted people meet, everything naturally feels peaceful and pleasant.

"The reason we're here today is actually to ask for your advice. Tomoyo, go ahead and explain it to her."

Takumi briefly explained their reason for visiting.

Tingyun was immediately intrigued. What was going on?

She turned her curious gaze toward Tomoyo.

Although she felt slightly disappointed that Takumi wasn't there just to see her, Tingyun didn't dwell on it and kept her feelings to herself.

Tomoyo quickly picked up on the cue and began explaining her purpose for coming, also showing Tingyun the spices she had brought.

After understanding the situation, Tingyun's eyes sparkled.

"This is good stuff. These spices must have special properties, right? Even though I'm not a trained physician, I've picked up a lot from hanging around with Bailu."

Just a light taste, and Tingyun could tell that this wasn't an ordinary ingredient.

"Miss Tingyun, you're right. These spices do have some special effects,"

Tomoyo began explaining more about the properties of the spices. Takumi simply sat by and observed quietly.

After getting the general idea, Tingyun stood up and said,

"Benefactor, Miss Tomoyo, please follow me. This isn't the right place to talk. Let's go to my office."

With that, she gestured for the two to follow her and led them to her office. She decided to postpone her other engagements—nothing would get in the way of her spending time with Takumi today.

Work could wait. Today was personal time.

Once they arrived at her office, Tingyun got busy. She made tea and brought out some pastries for them. When everything was ready, she sat down and began discussing the spice matter with Tomoyo.

Her thoughts aligned with Takumi's.

That was to inflate the price of these spices.

Since they could only be produced in Tomoyo's country, they should be treated as rare and expensive commodities.

With so many worlds connected now, Tomoyo's tiny nation would never be able to meet global demand.

Less supply meant higher prices.

Tomoyo's country needed money, didn't it?

So why not charge more? People would still be willing to buy.

Tingyun and Tomoyo quickly reached an agreement, and Tomoyo was clearly satisfied. For now, their financial problems were resolved.

"In a while, I'll transfer your world over. I'll place the portal on the Ark so that it'll be easy for you to go back and forth."

After they finished the main discussion, Takumi brought up the plan.

Tingyun's face lit up with joy.

"Really? That's wonderful. It's been ages since I've seen Lord Yukong."

Being able to return whenever she liked was an ideal outcome. However, another concern popped into her mind.

"Takumi-sama, if it's our world, won't there be many gateways? After all, there are multiple worlds inside ours."

She was echoing what Bronya had previously brought up. The Honkai Impact world contained numerous sub-worlds—more than one gateway would definitely be required.

"Exactly. I plan to build a massive city specifically to serve as a connection hub to your world, so there's no need to worry."

Takumi had already thought this through. If he really intended to pull the Honkai Impact world into his, constructing a dedicated city was absolutely necessary.

Teyvat had already been integrated, and both Honkai: Star Rail and Honkai Impact were worlds massive enough to require individual infrastructure.

Honkai: Star Rail alone had so many people—none of the current connected worlds could compare.

Tingyun quickly nodded in agreement. That was reassuring.

"If the gate is placed on the Ark, the Ark will certainly prosper. That's definitely good news."

She was delighted that her homeland would benefit from this arrangement.

The three continued to chat casually.

Later that evening, after dinner with Tingyun, Takumi said goodbye.

"If you ever have free time, feel free to come visit me. If I'm free, I'll accompany you."

Tingyun beamed.

"Alright!"

She mentally noted it down. Since he offered, she wouldn't hold back.

Being able to drop in whenever she liked was great news. Her motivation for work shot through the roof.

After seeing Takumi and Tomoyo off, Tingyun hummed a tune on her way back to resume work. Since she had postponed her tasks, now was the time to catch up. After all, she wasn't planning to slack off.

Meanwhile, Takumi brought Tomoyo back to his house. She hadn't yet arranged a place to stay, so for now, she'd live with him.

Besides, the others at home were waiting for Takumi to return with her.

When they arrived, Chika Fujiwara came running up.

"Did you see my sister today?"

She looked at Takumi with a puzzled expression. Her sister had texted her, which caught her off guard.

"Yup! Saw her. Almost became your brother-in-law, too! Want to practice calling me that in advance?"

Takumi shot her a mischievous glance and teased.

"Scram!"

Chika glared at the bastard in exasperation.

Become her sister's husband? Not happening!

She'd never agree to that match.

If she agreed, then how—wait, no. She just wouldn't allow her sister to be around Takumi.

This guy was way too much of a flirt.

If her sister ended up with him, it'd be like letting a wolf into the house.

Absolutely not!

Chika glared at Takumi with gritted teeth. She decided she'd need to warn her sister soon.

Keep her far away from this guy.

Otherwise, she'd be completely devoured without even realizing it.

She'd probably help him count the money after being sold off.

Chika knew all too well what kind of player this man was.

Lilia, Miori Shiba, Bronya, Gabriel, Kaguya...

Thinking of this, Chika let out a cold laugh.