"I see!"
Eula nodded, half-understanding.
"Alright, Eula, let's head back and find Acting Grand Master Jean!"
Amber urged excitedly.
She couldn't wait to try out her new reward.
She had conducted reconnaissance from the sky.
She had conducted reconnaissance on the ground.
But she had never conducted reconnaissance underground!
This was a perfect opportunity.
Besides, driving that tank sounded incredibly fun.
"Then we're off, Boss!"
After saying goodbye to Han Feng, the two girls left.
Not long after they departed, the Diluc brothers arrived.
"How was it? Did you enjoy the manga?"
Han Feng asked with a smile when Kaeya placed his manga on the counter.
"Absolutely! I highly recommend that you stock more of this kind in the future!"
Kaeya gave a thumbs-up.
This was already the third slice-of-life manga he'd read.
While those stories didn't usually contain powerful rewards, he simply loved them.
The calm, everyday atmosphere was incredibly appealing.
And more importantly, Mondstadt was currently peaceful and safe.
If there were major threats around, he'd probably be reading combat-focused manga instead.
"Ahem. I actually agree with Kaeya on this point."
Diluc coughed lightly.
Everyone had a soft spot in their heart.
He was no exception.
That girl named Sakura Kinomoto was just too adorable.
While reading, he'd found himself envying Touya Kinomoto.
If only he had a little sister like that.
Of course, that was something he would never tell anyone.
Especially not Kaeya.
Otherwise he'd never hear the end of it.
"Don't worry. There will be plenty more manga in the future."
Han Feng smiled and nodded.
But inwardly, he found the two brothers increasingly amusing.
Their image had gone completely off course.
First Kaeya got hooked.
Then he dragged Diluc down with him.
Shaking his head, Han Feng focused on the system.
The information had refreshed.
[Customer Kaeya has finished reading Himouto! Umaru-chan and obtained reward — Star Sparkle Effect.]
[Star Sparkle Effect: Umaru's signature skill. With this effect, wherever you go, you'll be the flashiest person in the crowd!]
[Customer Diluc has finished reading Cardcaptor Sakura and obtained reward — The Fire Card.]
[The Fire Card: Grants the magic of fire manipulation.]
[Note: Can be used directly without a magic staff.]
"Kaeya's reward is surprisingly interesting."
A smile flashed across Han Feng's face.
Previously, he'd seen rewards like pink cups and pink pajamas.
Now Kaeya had obtained an actual protagonist-style special effect.
On a cute girl, it would seem perfectly normal.
On a grown man like Kaeya...
it felt hilariously out of place.
As for Diluc's reward, it was much more straightforward.
Similar to Lisa's Thunder Card.
A reward that matched his elemental affinity.
"Looks like these 'manly' manga really do suit Diluc."
Han Feng sighed emotionally.
When Diluc read One Piece: East Blue Saga, he only got a temporary ability card.
But after reading these "manly" manga, he obtained a nightclub and now the Fire Card.
The difference was obvious.
Buzz—
Buzz—
Two brilliant beams of light descended and enveloped Diluc and Kaeya.
Moments later, the light faded.
A Clow Card appeared in Diluc's hand.
Meanwhile, golden stars began sparkling all around Kaeya.
"Boss Han... what's happening to me?"
Kaeya stared at himself in confusion.
"Doesn't it look familiar? It's Umaru's signature effect.
With this, you'll be the flashiest guy in any crowd."
Han Feng explained with complete seriousness.
"Boss Han... can this thing be turned off?"
Kaeya's mouth twitched.
During the day, it wasn't a huge problem.
But if he ever had to fight at night, he'd become a giant glowing target.
Wouldn't it basically be announcing:
'Enemy located right here!'
"This kind of protagonist-exclusive effect can't be disabled.
Just enjoy your protagonist treatment."
Han Feng shook his head.
"Now that's troublesome."
Kaeya looked depressed.
At this rate, he'd have to avoid nighttime operations whenever possible.
The only comforting thing was that Mondstadt's security situation was excellent lately.
There weren't many enemies around.
"You don't have to look so miserable. This effect actually has advantages."
At that moment, Diluc patted Kaeya on the shoulder while desperately trying not to laugh.
"Oh? What advantages?"
Kaeya suddenly became interested.
Had his sworn brother really thought of a practical use?
"You can use it in the nightclub."
Diluc spoke with a straight face.
"Think about it.
Nightclubs have lights, but the overall environment is still fairly dark.
Now imagine you stepping onto the stage and performing.
Wouldn't these sparkling effects instantly draw everyone's attention?
Isn't that exactly what Boss Han meant by becoming the flashiest guy in the crowd?"
"...That actually makes sense."
Kaeya rubbed his chin thoughtfully.
Because the effect made him too conspicuous, it was terrible for combat.
But if he changed the setting—and used it inside a nightclub, everything suddenly became perfectly reasonable.
In fact, having a sparkling star effect in a nightclub wouldn't feel strange at all.
People would probably love it.
"Brilliant, my dear brother! Why didn't I think of that?"
The more Kaeya considered it, the brighter his eyes became.
Seen this way, the reward seemed tailor-made for him—
the self-proclaimed Prince of Nightclubs.
"Teach me a few dance moves when we get back.
I'll try them out tonight."
Kaeya patted Diluc's shoulder excitedly.
With an effect like this, he needed matching dance skills.
And fortunately, his brother already knew how.
"Sure."
Diluc nodded with a smile.
Truthfully, he was also curious to see what a dancing Kaeya covered in sparkling stars would look like.
"By the way, Boss, what exactly does this card do?"
After teasing Kaeya, Diluc finally remembered the card in his hand.
"That's the Fire Card.
It grants fire manipulation magic and can be used without a magic staff."
Han Feng explained.
"The Fire Card?!"
Joy immediately appeared in Diluc's eyes.
This reward matched him perfectly.
After so many visits, he had finally obtained something truly suited to him.
The temporary Flame-Flame Fruit card had been decent, but it only lasted for a limited time.
Of course, the most important issue was that it had tasted absolutely awful...
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