I opened a shop on the Astral Train-Chapter 53

Klee suddenly felt her strength drain away and fainted.

"Tired...."

Fortunately, Yuri reacted quickly and caught her before she hit the ground.

He gently cradled Klee in his arms, looking down at her peaceful, even breathing. A helpless smile tugged at his lips.

Despite gaining such powerful magic, her physical endurance was still lacking—one spell, and she was out cold.

Himeko approached, eyeing the sleeping Klee. Without hesitation, she reached out and took the child into her arms.

"I'll carry her back to rest," she said with a soft chuckle.

The other three little ones saw Klee faint and immediately abandoned their scratch tickets, following close behind Himeko.

Hook, wide-eyed with worry, tugged at Himeko's sleeve. "Sister Himeko, is Klee going to be okay?"

Himeko smiled reassuringly. "She's fine, just exhausted. Do you still want to open your trash cans?"

The three kids exchanged glances. After a moment, Bailu spoke up. "Forget it. Let's go rest with Klee instead."

Hook and Diona nodded in agreement.

With that, Himeko carried Klee away, the three little ones trailing behind her.

Hu Tao's stomach rumbled as she stepped into Wanmin Hall. Fortunately, she had just arrived at the perfect place for a meal. Turning to Xiangling, she beamed, "Hot pot sounds good, don't you think?"

Xiangling nodded. "I was just thinking the same thing! Let me whip something up."

Soon enough, the two sat outside, right by the street, enjoying a bubbling pot of spicy broth. The scent of fresh ingredients filled the air as they dipped meats and vegetables into the steaming pot.

Hu Tao grinned between bites. "Xiangling, you should totally add this hot pot to your menu! I bet it would be a huge hit."

Xiangling pondered. "Hmm, not a bad idea! If this takes off, Dad won't have to work so hard anymore."

Hu Tao popped a piece of beef into her mouth and let out a satisfied sigh. "Ahh~ Delicious! Muamua~!"

Just then, a striking woman with golden eyes and white hair walked by, exuding a powerful aura that made passersby instinctively step aside. Her majestic presence demanded attention, yet she carried herself with an air of quiet observation.

Hu Tao, leaning against the fence, spotted her and waved casually. "Hello, hello!"

The woman—none other than Asmodeus, the Sky Archon of Teyvat—acknowledged the greeting with a slight nod. Just as she was about to continue on her way, the aroma of hot pot wafted into her nose.

"Grrrr~"

A loud, undeniable stomach growl echoed from Asmodeus. The few remaining passersby turned to look, blinking in surprise.

Hu Tao raised an eyebrow, trying not to laugh. "Oh my, that was... impressive."

Asmodeus's face remained composed, but internally, she was screaming. No! How could my stomach betray me like this?! I am Asmodeus! An Archon does not—

"You must be starving! Come, sit, eat with us!" Hu Tao insisted, grabbing her by the wrist before she could protest.

Asmodeus hesitated. "I—"

"No no, don't be shy! In Liyue, we say 'whoever comes is a guest!' And besides, it sounds like your stomach is crying for help."

Xiangling nodded, already setting up an extra pair of chopsticks and a bowl. "Do you need a fork and knife instead? Or are you good with chopsticks?"

Hu Tao didn't even wait for an answer before dropping a piece of beef into Asmodeus's bowl. "Eat up! No need to be all high and mighty when hunger's involved!"

Asmodeus eyed the steaming meat, then the two warm smiles beaming at her. With a resigned sigh—and a quiet gulp—she picked up her chopsticks.

Just a little. Just enough to be polite.

Half an hour later.

"Hiccup~"

Asmodeus leaned back in her chair, rubbing her overly full stomach with a contented expression. Plates upon plates of empty dishes were stacked high on the table, evidence of a truly impressive feast.

Hu Tao and Xiangling exchanged glances.

"Whew..." Hu Tao exhaled. "That was a performance."

Xiangling whispered, "I think she might give Paimon a run for her money."

The two nodded in silent agreement. The true heavyweight champion of food had been discovered. Terrifying.

After some friendly chatter, Hu Tao enthusiastically invited Asmodeus to stay with her for the time being. "It's not like you've got anywhere else to go, right? Just crash at my place until you get back on your feet!"

Asmodeus, still dazed from the sheer volume of food she had consumed, could only nod. A strange warmth settled in her chest. She was an Archon, a being of power and wisdom... yet here, she was simply someone being taken care of. The unfamiliar feeling was oddly pleasant.

The two set off toward the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor. Upon arrival, Asmodeus's attention was immediately caught by the glowing sign of an Internet café inside the building.

"...What is this place?"

Hu Tao laughed. "Oh! That's my side hustle. It's an Internet café! A place where you can play games and chill. If you're interested, just tell the staff you're with me, and they'll hook you up."

Asmodeus nodded slowly. Games? Perhaps she would investigate later.

They continued walking through the hall until Hu Tao opened the door to a quiet courtyard. Stopping in front of a guest room, Hu Tao lit a lantern. "Alright, this will be your room. Tomorrow, I'll get you an electric light—way more convenient than these old-school ones. I'll grab you some bedding, too. For now, just rest up!"

Asmodeus stood in the doorway, watching as Hu Tao busied herself with preparations, making sure she was comfortable. A soft smile formed on the Archon's lips.

This feeling... it's not bad at all.

Hu Tao quickly came back with the quilt. After Asmodeus finished fixing it, Hu Tao yawned and went back to sleep.

Asmodeus looked inside the house. This small house was not very luxurious, but very simple, yet it made Asmodeus feel warm.

After covering himself with the quilt, Asmodeus soon fell asleep.

The sun rose and the moon set.

Time came to the next morning.

Asmodeus got up early and looked at Hu Tao's room. She was still... sleeping.

There was a fan beside his bed blowing air towards Hu Tao.

Asmodeus closed the door and planned to walk around.

As she was walking around, Asmodeus came to the door of the Internet cafe.

Yesterday she wanted to come and see what the situation was in this Internet cafe, and now she had time.

So Asmodeus walked into the Internet cafe.

As soon as she entered the Internet cafe, a burst of noise came.

"Network administrator, bring me a bucket of instant noodles! I want the pickled cabbage flavor."

"Are you still playing this little game? Everyone is playing Meteor Butterfly Sword now, who is playing this?"

"Take my sword!"

The Internet cafe was very lively, and there were many guests surfing the Internet.

The ceremonial officer noticed Asmodeus and came over.

"Hello, sir, are you going to surf the Internet?"

Asmodeus looked at the people who were surfing the Internet and felt that these people were very happy.

"Yeah."

Asmodeus planned to try it and wanted to figure out why this thing called a computer could make people happy.

The ceremonial officer said with a smile.

"Okay, we charge 998 Mora for half an hour. How much do you need to top up?"

Asmodeus heard Mora? What?

"I don't have Mora."

The ceremonial officer laughed twice.

"Sorry, sir, we need to pay to surf the Internet here."

At this time, Asmodeus remembered what Hu Tao said yesterday.

"Hu Tao asked me to come here and report her name."

The ceremonial officer heard that it was the friend of the hall master, then it's okay.

"So you are the hall master's friend. I will turn on the computer for you. Where do you want to sit?"

Asmodeus looked around and chose a single room by the window.

After the ceremonial officer turned on the computer, she also brought a cup of Coke and a bag of potato chips.

All the hall master's friends could surf the Internet here for free, and they could also get a cup of iced Coke and a bag of potato chips for free.

"If you need anything, press this button and our staff will come over. I wish you a happy Internet surfing."

After the ceremonial officer left, Asmodeus looked at the iced Coke and potato chips and was not very interested.

The computer lit up. Asmodeus took a look and had no idea how to operate it.

So.

Asmodeus secretly used his divine power to peek at how others did it.

It happened that a little girl just got on the computer and opened a game called "Audition."

Asmodeus followed suit and opened Audition.

The computer screen flashed, and the game entered the novice tutorial mode.

Dynamic music sounded, and the characters on the screen began to dance.

Asmodeus found that as long as she pressed all the keys in a round, the character would dance, and if she failed, she would stamp her feet in anger.

In an instant, Asmodeus' eyes lit up. Interesting!

Asmodeus looked at the keyboard and pressed the keys one by one with her fingers.

Unfortunately, she was still a step slower, and the round ended.

Asmodeus's desire for challenge was aroused.

"I must succeed today!"

Asmodeus was immediately immersed in it.

Soon, Asmodeus went from watching and playing to blind typing.

After all, you only need to remember 5 keys.

Finally! More than half an hour later, Asmodeus cleared the novice mode.

Asmodeus slapped the table, his joy was beyond words.

"Beautiful! Finally cleared the level!"

Asmodeus had just been fully focused on the game and felt a little thirsty.

Looking at the ice cola and potato chips on the side, Asmodeus decided to try it.

First, he opened the potato chip package, took out a piece, smelled it, and put it in his mouth.

The moment the potato chip entered his mouth, Asmodeus' eyes lit up.

"Hmm! This is delicious!"

Asmodeus looked at the ice cola next to him.

Asmodeus felt that all the cells in his body were jumping, and he exclaimed in excitement.

"This!!! What is this! How can it be so delicious!"

After saying that, Asmodeus bit the straw and sucked it hard.

"Ah~ So cool! This ice cola is perfect with potato chips."

Unfortunately, it was gone soon.

Asmodeus pressed the button to call service.

Soon, an employee of the Hall of Rebirth came over. It was a little girl.

This little girl was the daughter of an employee of the Hall of Rebirth. She came to Hu Tao to work to supplement her family income.

"Hello, how can I help you?"

Asmodeus waved his hand.

"Give me 1, no, 5 packs of potato chips!

And give me 5 more cups of ice cola!"

The little girl smiled and agreed.

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"Okay, a total of 2,000 Mora. Please pay the bill here."

Asmodeus was suddenly stunned when he heard about the payment.

Damn it, he didn't have Mora on him.

Asmodeus was a little embarrassed. What should he do? Especially when he saw the little girl smiling at him and waiting for him to pay,

Asmodeus was panicking. What should he do? What should he do?

At this time, through the window, she saw Zhongli walking his bird outside the house.

Got it!

Asmodeus stretched out his hand and grabbed Zhongli, who suddenly appeared from outside the house in the private room.

Before Zhongli could react, Asmodeus pointed at Zhongli.

"Little girl, go get it for me first, he will pay."

The little girl nodded and agreed when she saw that

it was Zhongli. The little girl knew Zhongli, who was a big shot in the Hall of Rebirth.

"Okay, wait a moment."

The little girl ran away.

At this time, Zhongli reacted, and his pupils trembled after seeing Asmodeus's face clearly.

"It's you!!! Why are you here!!!"

Asmodeus glanced at Zhongli.

"What do you mean by me? Hurry up and pay the bill for me, can't you see I'm busy?"

Asmodeus entered a primary room with great concentration and clicked the ready button under the guidance of the game.

Zhongli forced himself to calm down, then thought about it and went to pay the bill first.

Zhongli left Asmodeus's private room and came to the front desk, saying to the ceremonial officer.

"All expenses of the guest in Box 3 will be charged to our Wangsheng Hall. This guest is an honored guest."

Seeing Zhongli's serious look that she had never seen before, the ceremonial officer nodded and agreed.

After settling the bill, Zhongli took the 5 bags of potato chips and 5 cups of iced cola that Asmodeus had just ordered, took a deep breath, and walked towards Asmodeus' box.

Zhongli walked into Asmodeus' box.

Asmodeus glanced at Zhongli.

"Just put it aside."

Asmodeus was still concentrating on playing the game.

Zhongli put down his things and stood there, intending to have a good talk with Asmodeus after he finished the game.

"Clever..."

"Hey! Don't question the customers! I know what you want to do!" Hu Tao yelled out.

"We need to be sure about who comes in-"

Hu Tao's head became comically large as she walked up to Zhongli.

"Don't. Question. The. Customers."

Zhongli stared in shock before finally responding.

"I mean...ugh...Fine..."