Arkz smiled and asked, "So resolute? Not considering it further?"
Siegfrieda gave a simple, honest laugh and replied, "Boss Arkz, as long as you provide meals, never mind not paying wages—you could even have me pay to work!"
"What is the point of me working so hard to earn Mora if it isn't to eat the delicious food of the Teyvat continent?"
"I am absolutely certain that your cooking, Boss, absolutely cannot lose to any chef on the entire Teyvat continent!"
Siegfrieda glanced at Amu. At this moment, Amu had grown a head of flowing, soft green hair. Paired with the large sunglasses on his face and his light green skin, he truly looked like a great beauty full of charisma.
But in Siegfrieda's eyes, Amu was still the same. Amu's simple, wooden appearance was still deeply etched in her mind, unforgettable.
If Amu hadn't saved her back then, she might never have met everyone from Springvale Farm.
"Amu, from now on, I'm also Boss Arkz's employee. We'll be working for the boss together from now on!"
Amu showed a pure smile and said, "Work together? That's great, that's great!"
"This way, we'll have more time to hang out together."
Hearing this, Siegfrieda laughed happily, filled with anticipation for the future life.
"Boss, about the supply order from The Good Hunter, should we accept it?"
This time, Siegfrieda's inquiry was completely natural, without any of the previous awkwardness or embarrassment.
Arkz nodded, "Of course!"
"Miss Sara offered a very sincere price, and the last cooperation was very pleasant. It also saves me the trouble of looking for a new supplier."
"Besides, didn't Sara promise you that she would entrust the supply work to you and Amu?"
"Siegfrieda, you and Amu will be responsible for the transport work for Springvale Farm from now on!"
Siegfrieda's eyes narrowed, her gaze firm, "Yes! Boss Arkz!!!"
Arkz patted Siegfrieda's shoulder, satisfied, "Very good, very spirited!"
"I'll give you an extra meal tomorrow!"
Siegfrieda instantly became even more spirited, wiped the drool from the corner of her mouth, and shouted,
"Thank you, Boss!!!"
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The next day, Siegfrieda deliberately woke up early, brought Amu and a cart full of carrots, and hurried toward the direction of Mondstadt.
As a member of Springvale Farm, the diligent and capable wooden horse enjoyed excellent treatment.
The daily fodder was tender carrot leaves and potato leaves rich in Elemental Power. They were delicious and very nutritious, extremely beneficial for an elemental creature like the wooden horse. Even its coat had become lustrous and smooth, making it look exceptionally handsome.
Moreover, the wooden horse even had a small dessert after meals: the delicious, magical carrot.
When taking a bite, it was sweet and crisp; even Siegfrieda's mouth watered.
The usual work was very relaxed, especially since Siegfrieda and Amu hadn't found any commissions these past few days. Thus, the wooden horse had been frolicking freely in the wilderness near Springvale Farm, enjoying itself immensely, and it had never missed a single meal.
Furthermore, as an elemental creation, the wooden horse possessed considerable strength. It could dispatch ordinary Hilichurls with a single kick, and even powerful monsters couldn't catch up to its lightning-fast speed, so safety was never a concern.
After playing wildly for so long, the wooden horse was full of energy when heading to work that morning.
Under the wooden horse's high-speed gallop, Siegfrieda and Amu quickly arrived at Wine Lake outside Mondstadt City with their cart.
However, as the cart approached, they noticed that a long line had formed on the large bridge that passed over Wine Lake and led into Mondstadt City. Knights of Favonius in armor were diligently maintaining order in the queue.
"Whoa—!!!"
"Swan! What's going on? Why is there such a long line?"
Siegfrieda and Amu pulled the cart and obediently lined up at the back of the queue. Seeing an acquaintance rushing towards them, Siegfrieda quickly asked.
Swan looked up, and the tense expression on his face slightly relaxed.
"Oh, it's you guys."
"Mondstadt City is currently conducting a city-wide health inspection. Acting Captain Jean said it's because a very terrifying infectious disease has broken out, so everyone in Mondstadt must undergo a comprehensive check."
"Mondstadt City was the first place to start; afterward, we still have to inspect all the villages in Mondstadt."
Just then, Lawrence also walked over.
"I was wondering why you stopped, Swan. Don't be lazy!"
"The people of Mondstadt still need us!!!"
Lawrence looked vibrant, his eyes sparkling, completely unlike his previous lazy and decadent appearance.
Even Amu was shocked by Lawrence's change.
Amu reached out and firmly pinched Lawrence's face, trying to pull off his mask: "Lawrence? Are you really Lawrence?!!!"
Siegfrieda also asked in shock, "Am I still dreaming?"
"Could this actually be Lawrence's twin brother?"
Swan helplessly held his forehead and sighed, "No! This is Lawrence, and you aren't dreaming either!"
"Ever since he saw Acting Captain Jean a few days ago, he's become like this."
"But honestly, I can somewhat understand him."
Just as Swan was about to start explaining, Lawrence lightly dodged Amu's hand, a genuine smile still plastered on his face.
"Because I can finally leave this damned post!"
"Thanks to the great Acting Captain Jean, starting yesterday, the gate guard duty for Mondstadt City is now handled by rotating squads of Knights of Favonius knights."
"I, Lawrence, finally don't have to stare at the gate anymore!"
"Finally, I don't have to put up with those damned pigeons anymore!!!"
With that, Lawrence grabbed Swan, said goodbye to the two of them, and passionately continued maintaining order at the back of the line.
After waiting for about ten minutes, the number of people ahead of them in the queue continuously shortened, and they finally reached the city gate.
At this moment, the line waiting outside Mondstadt City was even longer than when the two of them first arrived.
"Barbara, Fischl, and Noelle, why are you all here?!!!"
Siegfrieda and Amu looked at the three people in front of them and asked in shock.
"Oh! It's you guys."
Barbara and the other two smiled and greeted Siegfrieda, Amu, and the wooden horse.
Fischl placed her hands on her hips, puffed out her chest, and smiled confidently:
"Hahahaha..."
"The Five-Color Radiance descends upon the world, bringing grace to all living beings."
Barbara quickly stepped forward to explain, though the smile on her face was a bit stiff.
"Uh! What Fischl means is that this is the first collective activity for our Five-Color Squad. We are here as volunteers to help the Knights of Favonius with the city-wide inspection."
Noelle waved the morning star in her hand and nodded silently.
Seeing the menacing weapon glinting in Noelle's hand, Siegfrieda cautiously took a few steps back, wiped the cold sweat from her forehead, and carefully asked,
"Um... what is that for? It looks a bit dangerous?"
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