"Wow, those two big shots are here to see Kaito again."
Paimon, who was eating, immediately stopped and whispered this to Lumine when she saw Ningguang and Keqing walk in.
Although eating was very important to her, big shots like the Qixing were even more important. Even if they weren't here to see her, she had to mind her appearance. After all, it would be bad if any problems arose later because of her image.
But she wasn't actually that worried about it, because she had Kaito. With Kaito here, she didn't have to worry about anything.
"They're probably here to eat with us."
Lumine guessed, her gaze also fixed on the entrance.
And as they both watched Ningguang and Keqing, Childe had his own speculations.
The Liyue Qixing... Are they here because of what happened this morning?
"Then we won't stand on ceremony."
By this time, the group had walked over and taken their seats.
I wonder if they'll ask directly about this morning's incident...
Childe couldn't help but think this as he silently watched Ningguang and Keqing.
Since the relationship between the Fatui and the Liyue Qixing wasn't exactly harmonious, and they weren't here for him, he didn't greet them.
"I didn't expect to see the Fatui's Childe here as well."
Ningguang said, looking at Childe as soon as she sat down.
Honestly, she hadn't expected the Fatui to be so fast; they were already here. But no matter what, she absolutely could not let the Fatui succeed.
Although she had just arrived, based on her understanding of the Fatui, she knew they would definitely try to win over Miss Kiana.
"Well, if it isn't the Tianquan. I didn't expect to see you here either."
Childe smiled, his tone extremely polite.
But after the pleasantries, he suddenly felt like leaving. After all, with the Qixing here, it was highly likely they would discuss the morning's events.
Sigh...
Maybe I should just find an excuse and leave?"
But if I did that...
what if on the way I suddenly...
Never mind, never mind...
I'll just stay here for now!
After thinking it over, Childe finally decided to finish his meal here before doing anything else.
No matter what, this was the safest place to be. Nowhere else would do, not even in front of Her Majesty the Tsaritsa.
Right...
What exactly is Miss Kiana's identity?
Isn't she ridiculously strong?
It seems like no such powerful being exists among The Seven Archons.
But if she isn't one of The Seven... then...
I wonder if my master knows Miss Kiana's identity...
Childe suddenly remembered this question again, even wondering if his master might know Miss Kiana's identity. But it couldn't be helped; he hadn't seen his master in a very long time.
"We just came here for a casual meal and happened to run into you all."
As she spoke, Ningguang's gaze shifted to Kaito.
She didn't know if Kaito would believe her, but she knew Childe certainly wouldn't.
But that didn't matter. It had always been like this between them. It was enough that they each understood in their hearts; there was no need to lay it all out on the table. That would be bad for everyone.
"Haha, so that's how it is."
Childe laughed again, a look of sudden realization on his face, as if he truly believed what Ningguang had said.
These two... What are they up to now?
Lumine frowned slightly as she ate in silence. She had a feeling that Childe and the Tianquan were speaking in veiled terms.
I can't stand this kind of communication...
While Lumine felt puzzled, Keqing, next to Ningguang, was thinking with a sense of resignation. She always preferred to say what was on her mind, unlike Ningguang, who had just been spouting pleasantries.
But since the matter at hand was of great importance, she didn't say anything. If this were a normal day, she would have spoken her mind long ago.
Then, her attention shifted to Kiana.
I didn't expect her to be so strong...
I wonder which nation's god she is?
Since she already knew Wendy was the Anemo Archon from the neighboring nation of Mondstadt, Keqing guessed that Kiana must also be a god from some country. In any case, that kind of terrifying power couldn't possibly be wielded by a mortal.
Hmm...
She seems...
very hungry?
Watching Kiana focused entirely on her food, Keqing found it quite strange. So, someone with such terrifying power also has to eat like a normal person?
But with that kind of power, shouldn't she need to eat a lot?
Keqing fell into thought, pondering this question.
But after seeing that there weren't actually that many dishes on the table, she realized her assumption was clearly wrong.
It seems her appetite is about the same as a normal person's...
Or maybe...
she's only eating a little just to accompany this person named Kaito...
At this thought, Keqing's attention shifted back to Kaito.
Obviously, with two girlfriends like them, this Kaito person's identity couldn't be simple.
However, the current situation was that Kaito was ostensibly unaware of Wendy's identity as the Anemo Archon, so it was highly likely he also didn't know about Kiana's power.
But something like that...
is it really possible?
On this question, Keqing leaned toward the idea that Kaito must know something.
Otherwise, it would mean Kaito himself didn't know he had a very special identity, but Wendy and Kiana did, which was why they were by his side.
Why does this feel like...
a novel...
Although Keqing hadn't read many novels, she had actually seen this kind of setup in one before. Where the protagonist has a very powerful identity but doesn't know it, and because of that identity, many powerful figures gradually gather around him.
"Well then, everyone, let's eat."
At this point, Kaito once again said it was time to eat.
"I'm telling you, Ning, how many times are you going to say 'let's eat'? It's not like they don't know how to."
Kiana, who was eating, retorted, apparently annoyed that Kaito had mentioned eating several times.
"I think this is the second or third time, right?"
Wendy, beside Kaito, also quietly made a similar comment.
"Speaking of which, I wonder if everyone heard the noise this morning?"
Ningguang asked this question very casually, as if she had just thought of it.
Although she didn't want to ask that question directly, there were some necessary questions she had to ask.
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