"Actually, it's nothing much. I just wanted to ask Lord Diluc if he knew of any shops for rent nearby. If there are, that would be great."
Hearing that it wasn't a major issue, Lord Diluc breathed a sigh of relief and directly called over the bartender downstairs, asking him to inquire about any nearby shops for rent.
Soon, the bartender returned with news. Directly opposite the Cat's Tail tavern, there was a shop for rent. It used to sell fruits, but business hadn't been good lately, and his wife had fallen seriously ill, so he had to sell the shop to pay for her treatment.
"Then thank you, Lord Diluc. When the next new version starts, I'll definitely invite you to join the Lord Diluc, world boss battle... you know."
Lord Diluc also stood up and escorted the five people to the door.
After they left, Diluc pondered their words.
"World boss battle? What is that? Is it in a game, or in reality... I'll find out when the time comes."
The five people, including a floating Ling, with a cabbage head still holding a cup of juice and drinking it, looking quite content.
Following the information, they soon arrived at the shop that was for rent. Its overall size wasn't very large, about a hundred square meters, but that was more than enough, as it was just for selling merchandise.
Stepping inside, they didn't see the owner, who was probably at home taking care of his wife. They asked the neighboring shopkeeper for the owner's address.
Soon, they got the answer. It was a small house in a residential area. The residential area didn't have many houses, so asking door-to-door would lead them there.
"You must be the owner selling the shop, right? I'm here to buy it, but do you have time now?"
He glanced at the wife lying on the bed. She seemed to be very ill, no wonder he was selling the shop.
"I have time, I have time. May I ask what price you're offering for this shop? I'd definitely prefer it to be as high as possible, and the location is considered to be of good quality..."
The man's face showed a hidden concern. He feared that the person in front of him might offer an outrageous price. After all, he had put up the advertisement to sell, and this was the first person who had come to him.
"I see your wife is seriously ill. How about this... I'll offer you one million Mora. What do you say? That should be more than enough to buy your shop, and this money can also be used for your treatment. For your wife, you've already done so much as a man."
He put down the bag containing one million Mora and successfully obtained the property deed. The next step was simple renovation. As a captain, how could he not know how to do it? He still had a lot of unused parts in his system space!
Working tirelessly for nearly three hours, the original fruit shop was completely transformed. The sign outside was an electronic display board that would flash white light when powered on. The words "Honkai Impact 3rd Merchandise Store" glowed in the night. This would surely require catching a few Electro Slimes.
Inside the store, two walls were used to display merchandise and books. A counter was set up at the back. However, someone would need to manage this shop. Who should he find?
"Detected: Host has established a Honkai Impact 3rd Merchandise Store. Another step closer to promoting Honkai. Hereby rewarded with Imaginary Teleport Anchors, usable seven times. Leave teleport anchors at fixed locations. Keep up the good work!"
Hearing the voice in his mind, it wasn't bad. He placed an Imaginary Teleport Anchor in the back room and installed two surveillance cameras in the corners of the counter. Anyone who entered would trigger a warning in the Honkai Impact 3rd Experience Store. At this point, anyone could come through the Imaginary Teleport Anchor, saving time and effort.
Everything was completed. All that was needed was to place another anchor in the Honkai Impact 3rd Experience Store. After closing shop, the four little ones hopped and skipped ahead, eager to taste the delicacies of this different world.
The group arrived at the famous Hunters' Lodge. They had heard good reviews about this place, and it was where ordinary tourists usually ate. Besides, they couldn't handle the fuss of the little ones.
"Miss Sara, please bring us a few signature dishes for the little ones to try."
Miss Sara, who was working, immediately went to prepare. Across the table, there was a couple, or rather, a red and blue pairing.
Eula and Amber sat quietly, waiting for their food. Amber's gaze drifted over and immediately noticed Sirin.
After all, that recent PV was really popular, and Amber had even tipped generously.
"It's Sirin! And Venti! Oh my goodness, I've actually met them in Mondstadt. Then this man must be the store manager of the Honkai Impact 3rd Experience Store."
Amber couldn't contain her excitement and immediately stood up and walked over to their table.
"Amber, what are you doing?"
Eula slowly raised two question marks. What was this little bunny up to now? She had just returned not long ago and was already abandoning her?
"Eula, Eula! Come here quickly! Wasn't I telling you about Honkai Impact 3rd? You've watched the videos, you should recognize these people, right?"
Seeing Amber's excitement, Sirin quietly moved back, hugging Lu Ze tightly, a hint of fear flashing in her eyes. She disliked the overly enthusiastic greetings of strangers, because the more enthusiastic they were, the more dangerous they were.
"Sirin, don't be scared. This is the reconnaissance knight of the Knights of Favonius, and this is the captain of the recon squad, Eula. These two sisters are good people, no need to be afraid."
Lu Ze placed his right hand on Sirin's head and gently stroked it. If not for Lu Ze's comfort, she would have already fled.
"Don't be afraid, we'll always be by your side."
The other three little ones also gathered around. They already knew Sirin's story, and besides, there was Bella, who would swear to protect her queen.
"Wh-what's wrong? Why does Sirin seem a bit scared?"
Amber wanted to show concern, but Lu Ze stopped her.
Mini-theater: Merchandise Release Event
"I say, Venti, why are you so persistent about selling your little merchandise? We've been waiting for so long, and not a single person has shown up. I advise you to pack up these trinkets."
Venti was speechless. He had been waiting from dawn until 7 AM, and now it was 3 PM, with no one even inquiring. What was going on? Had the Wind God no longer been the faith of Mondstadt's citizens? Why?
"Alas, I can only say you picked the wrong location. You've set up right next to my store, how could you possibly sell anything?"
Lu Ze pointed to his store, where a long queue had already formed. It was incredibly popular. In comparison, this place was deserted.
"Lu Ze, you scoundrel. I finally wanted to sell some merchandise and earn a little money for drinks. I even spent 2,000 Mora, and now I haven't made a single cent. How am I supposed to live?"
His words were full of resentment. Venti wished he could stab the person in front of him. So many plot devices for stabbing, and books too, I swear!
"How about this: I'll give you a choice. Come work for my store. I'd be very happy to have you. I'll pay you 5,000 Mora a month. Isn't that tempting?"
"Fine! Don't think that such a high salary can make me submit to your tyranny. I'm just... gathering intel!"