Three Threads

Author: Xiao Fei

After the stinging dragon upgrade was completed, Shi Lan looked out the window, and before he knew it, it was already dark.

When you focus on something, time passes quickly.

Although he was drowsy all afternoon.

Shi Lan's stomach growled, and Shi Lan was a little hungry.

In the alchemy workshop, Albedo and Sugar had been busy and no one had eaten, so Shi Lan proposed to treat everyone to a feast at the Deer Hunter Restaurant.

Sugar was shy, so she thanked Shi Lan for her kindness and hid in her room alone to start studying the good things she had just obtained.

The same was true for Abedo, but because he wanted to go back to take care of his sister, he refused, saying that he would bring his sister with him next time he had the opportunity.

Shi Lan didn't force it. After saying goodbye to each other, he left the alchemy workshop.

It was getting late, and it was already around 7 o'clock in the evening.

Mondstadt still couldn't see the stars at night today, it was pitch black and devoid of anything, darker than Shi Lan's empty zodiac sign.

The dark clouds rolled up by the wind demon dragon still cannot be dispersed for a long time.

It seems that Captain Qin and the travelers haven't returned yet.

He took a deep breath, then exhaled, letting his body wake up. Shi Lan moved his body briefly, tried to take two steps, and then jumped.

"Well, I'm almost in good health."

Although there is still some discomfort in my back, I no longer feel the severe pain I had before.

"Let's do it." Shi Lan rubbed his belly and headed towards the deer hunter.

The debris on both sides of the road has almost been cleared away, and many collapsed residential buildings have also been cleared away.

At least it looks better than during the day.

Most of the people who were homeless or whose homes had become dilapidated were moved into safe areas by the knights, and there were only a few knights patrolling the streets.

Shi Lan sighed. The attack by the Wind Demon Dragon was really serious. It made him worried that if the Demon Dragon came again, it would be the last for this city...

With a long sigh, Shi Lan stopped thinking about these messy things.

All he can do now is to ensure the safety of the city and prevent people with evil intentions from coming in to cause trouble.

Walking all the way to the former site of the Deer Hunter Restaurant, he could smell the fragrance from afar.

Since the main building has collapsed, they are currently operating in the open air.

According to Xiang Ling, as long as the pots are there, the kitchen is everywhere.

It seems that this sentence is absolute truth in the chef world.

A few bricks and stones were used to build a simple stove. The chef was holding a shovel and a large pot in one hand, frying steaming meals.

In hard days, food is the only solace.

But having said that, this was the first time Shi Lan saw a fierce man who could lift a big pot on the stove...

There were already people sitting under the simple pergola, and the mist rising from the food contained an alluring aroma.

Shi Lan found a lone figure in a remote corner, sat down opposite him unceremoniously, and joked: "Hey! Isn't this the hero of the night? Why didn't you go to enforce justice tonight?"

The righteous man glanced at someone, crossed his arms on his chest, and said indifferently: "Eat."

"Oh...then you must be hungry."

Diluc: "..."

After a long silence, he snorted coldly: "How smart."

"Are you kidding me?" Shi Lan said angrily, "Here's a bowl of egg fried rice!"

After ordering, he held the spoon and waited for the rice.

Diluc didn't hate Shi Lan.

As a foreigner, in order to save others, he was attacked and seriously injured by the Wind Demon Dragon and almost died. However, the other party did not complain about anything, not even complain. He even temporarily joined the Knights to help Mondstadt, without even negotiating conditions or asking for anything.

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Diluc admired such people.

What a pity...this man...is so out of character!

Even though he was so seriously injured, he was still laughing and joking. It should be because he has a big heart or...

Diluc was suddenly startled, as if he thought of something.

His eyes fell on Shi Lan involuntarily.

The other party ordered an egg fried rice which was served quickly and was eating it with big mouthfuls, showing a happy expression because he enjoyed the food.

Seeing his appearance, Diluc suddenly felt much better for some reason.

There is no trace of suppressed sadness in him. He is obviously still hurt...but he is always so full of energy...

How long has it been since we saw such a vibrant person in Mondstadt?

The people of Mondstadt have been suppressed for too long, and they haven't been able to see such a bright smiling face for a long time.

Unknowingly, Diluc was also infected by his appearance. A smile appeared at the corner of his mouth, and he suddenly felt something: "Humans... are indeed the best at enjoying hardship..."

"Master Diluc, please pay attention to your order." Sarah brought Diluc's food up.

"Take three shreds?" Shi Lan quickly finished cooking his egg fried rice, and suddenly became excited: "Isn't this Liyue food? What, you like to eat this?"

Diluc said nothing and ate silently, very quickly and with grace and dignity in his movements.

Shi Lan continued: "Speaking of which, is it okay for people in Mondstadt to make Liyue cuisine? It's not authentic. Let me tell you, our Liyue Wanmin Hall's Kou Sansi is the best, and I can also make it. Why, I want to try it.

My craftsmanship?"

Diluc's head thumped: "I'm already eating... I'll wait until next time..."

"Oh, oh." Shi Lan kept nagging: "Actually, Sansi is just a home-cooked dish with no special features. The most special thing should be Liyue's grilled tiger fish..."

Diluc: "..."

Shi Lan became more and more enthusiastic as he talked: "I am also good at stir-fried meat slices and cold mint. Do you want to eat it? If I have a chance, I will cook it for you."

Diluc's face was stiff and he didn't know how to deal with Shi Lan at all.

After he finished eating, he cut off the food and pushed the empty plate: "Thank you, I'm full now. I don't want to bring up food-related topics at all."

"Sage time?" Shi Lan nodded to express understanding: "After people satisfy a certain desire of their own, they will feel disgusted with this kind of thing. It's like drinking too much wine and making you want to vomit when you see the wine.

Or maybe I just finished eating egg fried rice and don’t want to eat egg fried rice anymore.”

Diluc: "..."

He has never wanted to complain about someone as much as he did today.

You talk too much!!

Diluc took a deep breath: "Don't you Liyue pay attention to eating but not talking and sleeping?"

Shi Lan was stunned and spread his hands: "But we have already finished eating?"

Diluc immediately said: "Sarah, give me another bowl of Guansansi."

Okay, now I'm going to eat. You can always shut up, right?

Seeing Shi Lan's confused expression, Diluc felt a little proud in his heart, feeling that he had defeated him.

Shi Lan's eyes widened: "Why are you eating again? Didn't you say you were full? I told you that I am very good at Liyue vegetables!"

With that said, Shi Lan stood up decisively.

Diluc was surprised: "What are you doing?"

"I'm going to make you three buckles." Shi Lan said without looking back, "It's better to choose a different day and let you have a taste of my craftsmanship!"

Diluc saw him running over to ask the chef to borrow the stove, and then he understood.

If I don’t want to hear what he says, I can just leave! Why should I eat an extra bowl?

Diluc lowered his head and thought.

I seem... to have been deceived.

Why are you so enthusiastic? It’s just a three-wire job. I didn’t experience anything when I went abroad in my early years! Don’t treat me like I haven’t seen the world!

After a while.

Shi Lan came over with a steaming cup of kuansansi and gently placed it in front of Diluc.

"Here, authentically tie three silk threads."

Diluc glanced at Shi Lan, intending to refuse.

But Shi Lan was so enthusiastic that he couldn't help but think that although the other party talked a little too much, he didn't do anything wrong. He had good intentions and he had no reason to refuse him like this...
To be continued...