Takumi drove the car and began strolling around Mondstadt with his family.
Starting from Springvale, they went directly to Mondstadt City along the main road.
Leaving Springvale, what came into view was no longer wilderness.
Instead, it was the foundation of newly constructed buildings.
These were newly built cities on Mondstadt's side.
Moreover, some areas had already been planned.
Many houses had even been constructed in advance.
Along the way, Takumi and the others also saw many dump trucks.
After a while, Takumi drove everyone to Cider Lake.
Many houses had been built along the shore of Cider Lake.
But they were not too close to the lake itself.
Above Cider Lake, Takumi even sensed a layer of wind field.
Although it usually showed no obvious signs,
once something fell into the lake, the wind field would immediately activate.
It would blow those objects directly back to the shore.
Even stones and sand were no exception.
Obviously, Acting Grand Master Jean did not want the environment of Cider Lake to be damaged by development.
That was why a layer of wind field had been specially arranged here.
There were also many people watching by the lake.
Apparently, many people knew about Cider Lake,
so they came here to take a look.
Takumi even saw a few children throwing branches into the lake.
They were instantly blown away by the wind field.
Seeing this scene, Takumi couldn't help feeling amazed.
In this regard, Jean could truly be considered meticulous.
But everyone could understand this very well.
After all, the water quality of Cider Lake was an extremely important factor in Mondstadt's wine production.
The lake itself was the reason Mondstadt's beverages tasted so good.
Precisely because of this, Jean did not want the water quality here to be damaged by development.
If the water quality were harmed, it would be a devastating blow to Mondstadt's wine industry.
If Diona truly wanted to target Mondstadt's wine business,
starting with Cider Lake would be the most precise strike.
With Cider Lake always open to view, everything seen along the road consisted of newly built houses.
Lake-view residences?
There seemed to be nothing wrong with that.
Slowly, the group also arrived at Mondstadt City.
Passing over the massive bridge, Takumi and the others successfully entered the city.
Mondstadt City itself was also extremely lively.
Moreover, Takumi noticed that the streets had become much wider.
Without a doubt, this was the result of Teyvat's expansion.
But the people of Mondstadt didn't seem to feel anything unusual.
Takumi drove directly toward the headquarters of the Knights of Favonius.
Little Klee had been lying by the window, watching the scenery outside.
Seeing the changes in Mondstadt, she was very surprised.
Many old houses had been torn down.
They were almost unrecognizable.
"Well, Takumi big brother, things have changed here~"
Klee sounded a little troubled.
Those new houses and the disappearance of certain alleys
made her feel both strange and familiar.
After all, many old buildings were still there.
Hearing Klee's words, Takumi said with some amusement,
"That's normal."
"After all, Mondstadt is developing."
"Many old houses have to be torn down and rebuilt."
"Maybe even Klee's house was demolished."
Takumi couldn't help teasing her.
Klee was shocked when she heard this.
"Quick!"
"Takumi big brother, go check my house!"
"Klee doesn't want to lose her home!"
She suddenly panicked.
If that were the case, Klee would definitely be unhappy.
So she became very anxious.
Hearing this, Takumi immediately rolled his eyes.
"I'm just kidding."
"Jean wouldn't demolish your house."
He really didn't know what the little girl was worried about.
This was clearly impossible.
Even if it were going to be demolished, Klee would have been informed long ago.
So there was no need for her to worry.
When Klee heard this, she immediately felt relieved.
Yes.
If her house had been demolished, Acting Grand Master Jean would have told her.
Thinking of this, she finally let out a sigh of relief.
She didn't want to build a new house.
After all, her current home was left to her by her mother.
That was why Klee treasured it so much.
She didn't want her mother to return someday and be unable to find their home.
That was the reason she had been so anxious earlier.
Takumi drove the car and soon arrived at the Knights of Favonius headquarters.
After parking, Klee couldn't wait to jump out of the car.
With her small backpack on her back, she ran straight toward the Knights.
The Knights who had been dozing while on duty immediately became alert when they saw the familiar red figure.
"Klee?"
Shocking!
Klee had actually run back?
"Hello, knight big brother."
"Klee came back to see Acting Grand Master Jean."
After greeting them, Klee ran straight inside.
Takumi, who had just gotten out of the car, looked helplessly at the disappearing figure.
This girl had completely let herself loose after returning.
He couldn't help muttering inwardly.
Takumi locked the car.
Then he led Ningguang and the others toward the Knights' headquarters.
The Knights on duty saluted when they saw Takumi and his group.
They were no strangers to Takumi and Ningguang.
The leaders of Liyue.
Naturally, they understood the proper etiquette.
After returning the greetings, Takumi led everyone inside.
The interior of the Knights of Favonius was also very busy.
Many people were walking around holding documents.
It was very different from the previously lazy atmosphere.
Seeing this scene, anyone unfamiliar would think they had entered Liyue's Ministry of Civil Affairs.
"Not bad at all."
Ningguang couldn't help admiring the sight.
From this alone, it was clear that Mondstadt was changing.
Otherwise, the Knights wouldn't look like this now.
After changing Archons, the atmosphere truly felt different.
Takumi nodded.
It was indeed very good.
Jean must be working hard to transform Mondstadt.
The group didn't disturb the others' work.
Instead, they went straight to the Knights' office area.
Jean's office door was already open.
As they approached, they could hear Klee's lively voice inside.
She was clearly excited to be back.
Seeing this, Takumi and the others knocked and entered.
As soon as Takumi stepped inside, he greeted Jean.
Seeing Takumi and his group, Jean smiled warmly.
"Takumi!"
"Come in and have a seat."
Lisa was already preparing tea nearby.
Although many things outside Mondstadt had changed,
Jean's office itself hadn't changed much.
There were just more documents now.
Seeing this, Takumi wasn't polite.
He, Ningguang, and the others found seats and sat down.
"Why did you come so suddenly today?"
"You didn't even say anything in advance."
Jean said helplessly.
Klee's sudden appearance had startled her as well.