Genshin Impact: My Villain System Isn't Working Properly

"Hmph, seems someone is living quite well in Liyue, even calling the Tianquan 'sister'?"

Eula's words had an inexplicable sourness to them.

Amber giggled: "What's this? Are you jealous, Eula?"

"Huh?! What nonsense are you speaking, Amber? How could I be jealous! I'll get angry, really angry!"

Eula's face reddened with embarrassment.

"Alright, alright, our Lady Eula isn't jealous."

Amber continued.

"Amber, you..."

Eula reached to pinch Amber's cheeks, but Amber quickly leaned back: "Hehe, can't catch me~"

Eula was so annoyed she wanted to leave her seat to teach Amber about cruelty.

Finally, Jiang Ning said helplessly: "Come on, you're all grown up, acting like children... It's mainly because Sister Ningguang and I have the same hair and eye color, so she's a bit closer to me."

To pacify both of them, Jiang Ning could only say this. From Eula's behavior, he could sense she had some feelings for him.

If he were to say at this moment that Ningguang wanted him to call her sister because she desired him...

He'd have to be crazy to say that.

"Hmph, since Jiang Ning is pleading for you, I'll let it go."

Eula said.

"Hehe, Eula, you're the best." Amber smiled.

Barbara took the opportunity to ask: "Jiang Ning, can you recommend any hotels, or as they say in Liyue, inns?"

"Hmm, you didn't book in advance? At this special time, there's no accommodation available. Some people are even willing to pay high prices to buy others' reserved rooms."

"Many people saw the business opportunity and specially booked rooms to resell at high prices."

"Oh? We really didn't know... If it costs too much, forget it, it's not worth it... but what should we do?" Amber became worried.

Eula frowned: "This is why they shouldn't send three people who've barely traveled abroad as a team. We didn't consider so many things."

"Don't worry, you have me," Jiang Ning said. "I'll ask my senior sister, and if that doesn't work, our house is quite big."

Amber brightened: "Right! Lady Ganyu is the Qixing's secretary, she should be able to help us."

"Sister Ganyu is probably still working now. After dinner, I'll show you around Liyue, and then in the evening, you can come back with me."

Jiang Ning said.

Arranging accommodation would be just a word for Ganyu.

In the afternoon, rubbing her slightly overfull belly, Amber walked contentedly on the street:

"Wow, I'm so full, I can barely walk. No wonder they say Liyue is a food paradise - it really lives up to its name."

Barbara had also eaten her fill. As a girl who loved spicy food, Liyue's various spicy dishes had impressed her.

Jiang Ning said: "Right? Liyue's cuisine is unparalleled."

Eula said: "You're becoming more like Paimon, isn't she also this fond of food?"

Amber replied with a grin: "I'm just happy, so I ate a bit more."

"Oh my, if it isn't Jiang Ning? Such good fortune with ladies - even without Shenhe and Ganyu, you're still surrounded by beauties. Just like you."

A mischievous but somewhat sarcastic voice rang out.

Jiang Ning gave a confused look: "What's wrong with you, Hu Tao? Why are you being so sarcastic?"

The newcomer was Hu Tao, who looked Jiang Ning up and down and waved:

"That's not important. Are these new friends? They look like they're from another country? Want to book a package at Wangsheng Funeral Parlor? We have discounts!"

"Wangsheng Funeral Parlor?"

Selectively ignoring Hu Tao's words, Eula became interested in the mentioned establishment.

"Tell us more?" Amber was also very curious.

Jiang Ning coughed: "Well, no need, Hu Tao. These are my friends, they won't need it."

"Don't say that, it's called being prepared. Think about it, life's biggest matters are birth and death..."

"Birth and death?" Barbara was confused. Wasn't this just sales? Why bring up life and death?

Jiang Ning said: "Don't listen to Hu Tao's nonsense. Wangsheng Funeral Parlor is for funerals..."

"Ah?" The three women were stunned.

They looked at Director Hu, this cute and quirky young girl was actually trying to sell them this?

Even though Mondstadt wasn't as particular about auspicious matters as Liyue, this was still too strange.

Hu Tao was about to speak again, but Jiang Ning quickly said:

"Has Master Zhongli been giving Wangsheng Parlor lots of reimbursement bills again?"

This mention made Hu Tao even more upset:

"Hmph, that guy Zhongli doesn't understand how hard it is for the Director. Does he think business is easy to do? Yet he's out there spending money so freely."

"No choice, this Director can only take more orders to earn money."

Then, Hu Tao squinted at Jiang Ning: "As for you... he's your master, can't you pay for him?"

"Oh right, didn't the Tianquan say all your expenses are charged to her? Does that mean I can bill the Tianquan directly?"

Hu Tao's eyes grew brighter as she spoke, seemingly finding this idea feasible.

Jiang Ning said: "I don't think that would work. Although Sister Ningguang said that, I haven't really used her money, I earn my own."

"Is that so? What a pity. Curse that Zhongli, if he continues like this, I'll bury him myself."

Hu Tao wrinkled her cute nose in displeasure.

Jiang Ning said: "By the way, I have a business proposition, want to cooperate? We'll bring in Sister Ningguang too, guarantee you'll make big money."

Hu Tao said: "Though tempting, I'm already working so hard for the Funeral Parlor. I don't have energy for other businesses."

Jiang Ning said: "Don't worry, it won't take much of your energy, and it's a partnership. This business is related to both the Funeral Parlor and medical clinics."

Hu Tao said: "Well, this Director must hear about this."

"Let's talk tomorrow. Today I need to get my friends settled first. Oh, we almost forgot introductions."

Jiang Ning introduced everyone to each other. Hu Tao felt increasingly disappointed - two of the three were in high-risk professions. Outrider and reconnaissance knight, just hearing their titles suggested dangerous work.

What a shame, with Jiang Ning around, two potential customers were lost.

"Where are you heading?" Hu Tao asked.

"Yujing Terrace."

"Isn't Yujing Terrace temporarily restricted for the Rite of Descension... Oh right, you have unrestricted access anyway."

Hu Tao said.

"Perfect, Madame Ping is there too, and it seems Yanfei has returned. I'll go with you."

So, Hu Tao joined their group.

Arriving at Yujing Terrace, it was indeed cordoned off by the Millelith, with preparations for the Rite of Descension in full swing.

Madame Ping was still by her flower garden, sitting at her table, happily enjoying the company of the younger generation.

Yanfei and Yaoyao were there, while Xiangling was probably absent due to the busy kitchen at home.

"Madame Ping, Senior Sister and Yaoyao!"

Jiang Ning called out as he approached.

"Ah, Senior Brother Jiang Ning, hello!"

Yaoyao was very happy to see Jiang Ning.

Jiang Ning came to everyone's side, greeted Madame Ping, then put his hands under Yaoyao's arms and lifted her high.

"Oh, flying~"

Yaoyao let out bell-like laughter.

Seeing Yaoyao's cuteness, Jiang Ning felt his heart and mind being healed.

Ah, indeed, little sisters are good civilization.

As for Yanfei, she came over and ruffled Jiang Ning's hair: "Hehe, little brother, let sister take a look."

Feeling the smooth texture under her palm, Yanfei sighed.

Ah, little brothers are good civilization.

"Long time no see, Yanfei."

Eula gave Yanfei an odd look, telling herself this was just a sister's affection for her brother...

Yanfei was very happy to see Eula: "Ah, Eula! How come you're in Liyue? You didn't even tell me! How long are you staying?"

Eula said: "Jean sent me here suddenly. Probably for a week after the Rite of Descension."

"Is that so... That's wonderful! Oh, you should stay with me, then we can chat."

Eula was about to agree when Madame Ping's resigned voice rang out:

"Child, there are others here, show some restraint. And about your room, I have to repeat myself - tidy it up a bit. What kind of girl keeps her room full of case files and legal documents?"

Yanfei felt a bit embarrassed by Madame Ping's words. She moved closer to Madame Ping and said coyly:

"Madame Ping, give me some face in front of others."

Madame Ping shook her head helplessly and said to Jiang Ning: "Little Jiang Ning, introduce everyone."

"Yes, Madame Ping." Jiang Ning nodded and once again became the introducer.

After everyone got acquainted, Barbara and the others became a bit nervous, not expecting this ordinary-looking old woman to be a Liyue adeptus.

Yanfei smiled and said: "Don't worry, Madame Ping is very kind, just relax."

Though still a bit nervous, everyone felt more at ease.

"Oh my, Jiang Ning, just tell us, what's this money-making method?" Hu Tao couldn't hold back anymore and asked.

Jiang Ning said: "Can't you wait? Oh right, perfect timing, Senior Sister, you should come with me to see Sister Ningguang later too."

"Mm, alright." Yanfei gladly agreed.

After getting familiar with Madame Ping and the others, Madame Ping generously gave them some adeptal talismans. 

Nothing particularly precious, just ones that helped with peace of mind.

They were very happy about this.

In the evening, when Ganyu finished her work, she was surprised to see her little brother bringing a group of girls home.

But upon recognizing who they were, she immediately relaxed.

"Oh, it's you all. Long time no see... Are you looking for accommodation? It's really unfortunate, at this time, there are no places available..."

Ganyu hesitated.

"And the official rest areas... we have people from other nations visiting during this period, the good rooms are full, and the lesser ones don't seem appropriate."

Ganyu thought for a moment and said: "How about this - you three can stay at my mansion temporarily. There are plenty of rooms anyway."

"Besides, you're Jiang Ning's friends, so you can chat more often."

"Then we'll be imposing."

Eula originally thought staying at someone's home wasn't very appropriate, thinking they could just stay at the official rest areas if necessary, it didn't matter.

But Amber immediately accepted. She remembered she needed to help her best friend catch this sweet man.

"..."

Eula opened her mouth, but seeing Barbara didn't object either, she could only agree.

"Where's Master?" Jiang Ning asked.

"Master? She's absorbed in the books you gave her, probably secluded herself to experiment with something again."

"Master hasn't come out to eat?"

Shenhe said: "Well, Master is an adeptus, she won't starve to death."

Jiang Ning: "..."

Seeing Ganyu nodding in agreement, Jiang Ning was speechless. You all are really... good disciples.

Jiang Ning turned to the Mondstadt trio: "How about this - you settle in first, organize your luggage and such, while I go out with Hu Tao and the others."

The three had no objections, and they were fairly familiar with Shenhe anyway, so it wouldn't be awkward.

So, the group split into two, with Jiang Ning, Hu Tao, and Yanfei continuing their night visit to the Jade Chamber.

"Jiang Ning? Coming to see sister again?"

Ningguang hadn't retired yet, and there was a purple cat-girl (Keqing) in front of her. She was surprised by Jiang Ning's arrival.

"Well, I have another business proposition for sister."

Jiang Ning said with a grin.

"How nice, coming to Ningguang with business ideas. Why don't you think of me? Is it because we're not close enough?"

Keqing sounded sour.

Yanfei looked at Keqing strangely, wondering when the Yuheng had started showing interest in her cabbage (Jiang Ning), with no previous signs at all.

Hu Tao was excited, even forgetting about making money.

She only had one thought now: Fight! Fight!

Jiang Ning said: "Haha, Keqing, you're joking. How could that be? It's just because I don't often see you in Liyue Harbor, that's why I came to Sister Ningguang."

Hearing this, Keqing's resentment deepened. You call Ningguang 'sister'? You won't even call me 'Sister Keqing'...

*cough cough*

Keqing said: "Hmph, still not thinking of me. If you really cared, you could have sent someone to my house to find me or left a message, and I would have come to you."

"Since when did the Yuheng become such a complaining wife?"

Ningguang reminded her.

Keqing caught herself, coughed, and then said in a pretentious manner:

"So, what's this business? Ningguang told me about the banking business - with her taking the lead, plus me and Tianxuan, three people should have enough influence."

"Actually, this thing is related to banking..."

Jiang Ning smiled.

"Have you ever heard of something called... insurance?"

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