Shopkeeper Sun keenly sensed the huge business opportunity that might be contained within.
Inazuma's Sakoku Decree had only recently been lifted, so they might be in a curious phase regarding foreign cultural products. Moreover... the person in charge of Yae Publishing House was said to be an extraordinary individual who also liked to collect interesting novels. Perhaps... she really would be interested in this "special" subject matter?
Although Mr. Lovia's style of doing things was eye-popping, the appeal and reach of his works were unquestionable.
If they could really open up the Inazuma market, the profits... After thinking it over, Shopkeeper Sun stomped his foot.
"Forget it! Fortune favors the bold! Anyway, I'm just a messenger. Whether it succeeds or not depends on Captain Beidou and the person in charge of Yae Publishing House. It's none of my business!"
Shopkeeper Sun carefully put away the letter and called over two masters to transcribe and print a copy of "the various affairs of the raiden shogun and the guuji."
He didn't read the content, planning to look at it closely after finishing the task.
Then, Shopkeeper Sun took a deep breath, took one of each of Lovia's books, placed them with the Inazuma exclusive, wrapped them carefully in oil paper, and then carried them out of the Bookshop, walking quickly toward the Liyue Harbor wharf.
The Alcor was still anchored at the port.
Shopkeeper Sun soon found Beidou, who was directing the sailors to move cargo, and nervously stated his purpose.
"Oh? You want to sell books in Inazuma?" After listening to Shopkeeper Sun's tactful explanation, a glint of interest flashed in Beidou's single eye. "What books? Let me see."
Shopkeeper Sun braced himself and handed over the books in his arms along with the "Inazuma Exclusive" wrapped in oil paper.
Beidou first flipped through "A Bite of Liyue, Part One" and grinned. "Interesting. I've heard the sailors on the ship talking about this book. They say it's... well, very appetizing."
When he unwrapped the oil paper and saw the title "the various affairs of the raiden shogun and the guuji," he froze for a moment, then burst into a hearty laugh that even carried a bit of schadenfreude. "Hahaha! The Raiden Shogun? And the Shrine Maiden... the one from the Grand Narukami Shrine? Good grief! You Liyue literati really have some guts!"
Shopkeeper Sun wiped the sweat from his brow. "This... the author's intention is for this to be printed locally in Inazuma as an exclusive..."
Beidou stopped laughing, gave Shopkeeper Sun a meaningful look, weighed the book in his hand, and nodded. "Interesting. Fine, I'll do it. We're setting sail back to Inazuma in a couple of days anyway. I'll personally bring the manuscript to the editors at Yae Publishing House. As for whether they dare to print it..."
He shrugged, wearing an expression of someone waiting for a good show. "That's not something I can guarantee. However, based on what I know about that fox... the person in charge of Yae Publishing House, she might actually find these things very interesting."
Shopkeeper Sun breathed a sigh of relief. "Thank you, Captain Beidou! Thank you! Whether it works out or not, we are extremely grateful!"
"It's a small matter." Beidou waved his hand dismissively. "I'm also quite curious to see how Inazuma reacts to these books. Don't worry, Shopkeeper, I'll bring them safely. I'll give you an answer next time we return to port."
Leaving the wharf, Shopkeeper Sun felt his steps were much lighter.
He had completed the gentleman's request. As for what happened next, it would depend on whether Mr. Lovia's writing could create another "miracle" and set off another unique trend on the soil of Inazuma.
Meanwhile, in the backyard of Wanmin Restaurant, Lovia—who was watching Xiangling excitedly try his hand at cooking while following the book, all while silently brainstorming new chapters—secretly curled her lips into an expectant smile under her Hood.
If that Cheeky Fox really agrees, jie jie jie, readers of Inazuma, get ready for the "cultural impact" from Liyue!
She wanted her works to conquer even more readers in Teyvat!
Her "Melusine Canteen" plan seemed to have become more feasible because of these two gifted books and her "foodie friend" relationship with Xiangling.
Just as Lovia and Xiangling were excitedly immersed in their culinary exchange, a short fairy tale quietly began to spread among the children of Liyue Harbor.
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