The Lost People of Teyvat

Chapter 162: Hanfeng Ironware and Port Market

It’s the small courtyard where Chihuyan is…that small courtyard…

You can't laugh, you can't laugh. If you laugh at this moment, Mr. Zhongli will definitely write it down in his notebook, knock you out quietly in the middle of the night, and throw you into the cell with Lord Guoyun and Osel, right?

Well, it seems pretty good, like a buffet.

Chen Tianfeng was thinking randomly, with a stern face, trying hard to suppress a smile.

Zhongli glanced at him and sighed helplessly. He recalled Hu Tao's expression after seeing the bill for the small courtyard: her almond eyes were wide open, her cheeks were puffed up, and her eyes were half angry and half confused. Finally, she slammed the bill on the table and asked him angrily, what was wrong with the guest courtyard she personally selected for him...

And I can bargain for this house. If I wait a few months, it might be even cheaper. Why do I have to buy it now? It's overpriced.

"Not far ahead is Hanfeng Ironware. After passing Hanfeng Ironware, go forward and go down the stone steps, and you will reach the Port Market."

Zhongli collected his thoughts and spoke in his usual gentle and calm tone: "My friend was in a hurry last time and was unable to see the many beautiful sights of Liyue Harbor before going to Mondstadt. It was a pity. I wonder how long you plan to stay in Liyue this time and what you plan to do?"

"To be honest with you, Mr. Zhongli, I haven't decided how long I will stay. I just have some vague ideas in my mind. After I have done what I want to do, I may have the thought of leaving." Chen Tianfeng said sincerely.

"I see. Then I guess you haven't decided where to go next."

"Yes, but there's no rush. I like Liyue very much. If I can't think of anything else, settling down in Liyue is also a good choice."

"..."

Zhongli was silent for two seconds, then he turned his head to look to the side, stopped walking, and naturally changed the subject: "This is Hanfeng Ironware, is there anything you want to buy?"

Chen Tianfeng did not ask Zhongli what he thought about him settling in Liyue, and followed his gaze to the shops nearby.

Hanfeng Ironware, even in a country like Liyue where there are almost [century-old brands] everywhere, the heritage of this blacksmith shop can be ranked among the top.

The blacksmith shop is large, but the decoration is not luxurious, but rather simple and heavy. The interior is roughly divided into four areas. Perhaps because it is close to the Adventurer's Guild, as soon as the guests enter the door, they are greeted by neatly arranged swords, guns, axes, and various protective gear and armor. Although the appearance and style are simple, they are all good things that have stood the test of time.

Next to the shelves displaying weapons and armor, there were mostly two men dressed as adventurers standing, with a small iron plate on their collars with two powerful iron characters reflected on it. A closer look revealed that it was "Han Feng".

At the entrance of Hanfeng Ironware, there were several Qianyan soldiers on duty. If they saw someone choosing weapons and armor, they would approach him in a friendly manner, check his identity, and ask about his purchase intentions. After a detailed inquiry and registration review, if there were no problems, they would send him away in a friendly manner.

At the same time, he did not forget to remind the person to take good care of his belongings and not let the registered items appear in places where they should not appear.

If a problem is found, the expressions of Qianyan Army's eyes will be different depending on the severity of the problem.

If Qianyanjun's expression was serious and no longer friendly, then it meant that the problem was not serious and the purchase application would be rejected at most; but if Qianyanjun's expression was tense but his eyes gradually became excited and fiery...

Chen Tianfeng looked at the stupid thief who was knocked down by Qianyan Army with three punches but still insisted on denying his identity as a treasure-stealing group. He looked at Qianyan Army with great regret and turned his gaze to his own Qianyan Army. The corners of his mouth couldn't help but twitch.

Did they think he was also part of the treasure-stealing gang that had fallen into their trap?

Chen Tianfeng shook his head, ignored the gaze of the Qianyan Army, and followed Zhongli into the kitchen area next to the weapons area.

Yes, Hanfeng Ironware also sells all kinds of metal kitchenware.

According to Mr. Zhongli, the chefs of Liuliting and Xinyuexuan like the iron pots and kitchen knives sold by Hanfeng Ironware the most. If the iron pot or kitchen knife is made by Lao Zhang, the owner of Hanfeng Ironware, then the chefs of both shops will not be able to resist and will come to buy it in person.

Zhongli said that last time, Old Zhang was in a good mood and prepared for a long time, and cooked a pot with the standard of making a magic weapon. Neither of the two chefs wanted to give in, and they competed with each other, speaking sarcastically and mocking each other secretly, and refused to give up.

The chefs under the two chefs didn't care about manners. Some rolled up their sleeves and yelled loudly, while others stood up for their chefs and spoke harshly. They almost got into a fight. In the end, it was Lao Zhang who came out in person and repeatedly promised to make another iron pan. The two chefs coaxed him into promising to make two more kitchen knives. Only then did the dispute settle.

"In fact, the two chefs from Liuliting and Xinyuexuan had already discussed it long ago. They brought their people and quarreled deliberately, just to coax Old Zhang and get him to buy more kitchen utensils. As soon as Old Zhang made his promise, the two chefs smiled happily, shook hands and made peace. The chefs they brought also changed their stance and praised Old Zhang countless times."

"How does Mr. Zhongli know so clearly?"

"I happened to be free that day and had nothing to do, so I just happened to watch the whole incident."

Zhongli looked natural, and there was no sign that he knew the two chefs' plans in advance and went to Hanfeng Ironware specifically to watch the show.

"I see."

Chen Tianfeng nodded, without saying whether he believed it or not. After choosing from left to right, he picked up a good quality iron pot that suited his taste, and also picked out some necessary kitchen utensils such as a spatula and a frying pan, and followed Zhongli to the checkout area.

Halfway through the walk, Chen Tianfeng suddenly thought of something and asked, "Mr. Zhongli, does Hanfeng Ironware accept custom orders?"

"What do you want to order?"

Chen Tianfeng then stated his requirements one by one.

Zhongli listened patiently until Chen Tianfeng finished speaking, then he took him to another area where all the tools were available, including those mentioned or not mentioned by Chen Tianfeng, and even some metal materials were available.

Chen Tianfeng was greatly impressed, and with the help of the blacksmith's clerk, he took the many purchased goods to pay the bill, and left Hanfeng Ironware under the puzzled and regretful gazes of the Qianyan Army on duty.

After exiting the Hanfeng Iron Gate and walking a dozen steps, Chen Tianfeng stuffed the large and small items into the Eye of God, and walked down the stone steps with Zhongli, and was overwhelmed by the oncoming bustling hustle and bustle.

At the port bazaar, thousands of ships and merchants gather together.

It is said that you can buy any specialty from any country here. It is the most prosperous place in Liyue and even in Teyvat.

When Chen Tianfeng looked around, his first reaction was that the port market was so huge that the scene in the game was too shabby in comparison; his second reaction was that there were so many people. The passers-by and merchants from all over the world together made up this prosperous scene, which was truly shocking.

but……

"Why are there things produced by Hanfeng Ironware here?"

Chen Tianfeng blinked and looked at the Xumi merchant who was shouting and selling various metal tools with a puzzled look.

Zhongli said calmly, "The port market has everything you need, it's not surprising."

"Then why is he selling it at such a high price?"

Hanfeng Ironware is right next to the port market, right? Can he really sell it like this?

No way! Someone actually bought it?!

Chen Tianfeng was amazed as he watched the man buy several items, happily pay for the goods, then turn around, as if he had completed all his purchases, and leave the market - exactly the direction he and Zhongli came from.

“…The port bazaar has everything you need, nothing surprising.”

Zhongli's tone remained calm.

(End of this chapter)