Honkai Impact 3rd, but I have too many mods.

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Three set meals, three pots of coffee in total.

Ragnar then dismissed the two maids standing nearby.

We might be discussing topics here that aren't really suitable for outsiders to know, and it would be troublesome if others overheard.

"Ugh...it's so bitter..." Ying took a sip of coffee, then showed a very strong expression of resistance.

"?" Ragnar was somewhat puzzled. "Um, Master, the coffee we use is all high-quality, roasted coffee..."

"Alright, she won't understand any of this even if you tell her. Do you have any candy?"

How does Kazue, a staunch sweet tooth, explain the "rich aroma" of coffee?

Don't waste your energy—in fact, Liu Bai couldn't really taste the mellow aroma either.

It's like a cow chewing on a peony.

As a maid skilled in dealing with people, Ragnar instantly understood Liu Bai's meaning—she hadn't expected this "general" to lack discernment.

“This is the sugar packet.” Ragnar took out a bag of sugar from an inconspicuous spot in the meal and then very consciously poured the entire sugar packet into it.

This isn't a traditional coffee shop; they won't kick out customers who don't understand coffee.

Here, you can add whatever you want. If you think one packet of sugar isn't sweet enough, we also have rock sugar, sweetened milk, and so on. You can add as much as you like until it's sweet enough.

However, the others weren't as picky as Ying, and they could all accept the taste of the coffee.

(Wow, Liu Bai brought so many people... Um... is that Cocolia?)

Ragnar sized up the group of people.

There's not much to say about Inazuma's side. Even the appearance of the "General" only made Ragnar feel that Rita's search for allies was reliable.

Cocolia is the one that stands out the most.

But this person was exactly the same as the Cocolia she knew... or rather, exactly the same, but not quite the same.

Well, apart from their appearance, they don't look alike at all.

So Ragnar also suppressed his doubts.

Liu Bai probably didn't expect her to be here for "social practice," so this was just a regular dinner party, and Ragnar felt there was no need to be the bad guy and bother them.

only……

"Boss, would you like some?"

Gui Naifen shared the cake with Liu Bai beside her.

Ragnar suddenly coughed twice at that moment.

Gui Naifen looked up at Ragnar... Why did she feel like this person was giving her a hint?

"Give it to Ying." Bai waved his hand.

Since a set meal is for two people, Liu Bai and Lei Yingdian, who was sitting opposite them, shared one meal.

Although Liu Bai doesn't dislike sweets, this much is too cloying, and...

[Lei's Movie Favorability Rating: 30]

Feeding someone can actually increase their affection level.

Ying is now drinking coffee loaded with sugar while eating a sweet cake...

From a certain perspective, it's truly admirable.

Gui Naifen looked very unwilling.

Why is it this seating arrangement?!

Although I sat next to Liu Bai, it seemed to have no effect whatsoever!

Liu Bai was completely unaware of his own offensive!

“…Okay, alright.” Gui Naifen awkwardly handed the cake to Lei Yingdian.

"Thank you."

She received a gentle and kind thank you from Lei Yingdian—but what use was this to her?

Then Lei looked at the cake in front of him, and then at Liu Bai.

"Lord Liu Bai, won't you have some?"

They even shared my cake with the boss!

Even if you're naturally naive, you've gone too far!

"It's okay, you eat it. I still prefer cookies."

Liu Bai waved his hand, which relieved Gui Naifen.

[Lei's Movie Favorability Rating: 32]

Meanwhile, sitting opposite Katsura Naifen, Kozai-gyu smiled as he savored his sweets.

How could she possibly let Gui Naifen succeed—fortunately, due to luck, she didn't need to do anything.

In fact, even if they weren't directly opposite each other, but were all at the same table, the Fox Palace would have countless ways to interfere.

Even the arrangement of the shadows was planned by Fox Palace.

Given Liu Bai's situation, everyone would definitely let him sit in the middle—the best position for protection.

So, the three "intimate positions" on the left, right, and front are divided among five people—no, since Fox Palace doesn't participate, they are divided among four people.

Cocolia, if she had any sense, would have avoided that spot.

Therefore, the three positions on the left, right, and front will most likely be assigned to Sara, Katsura Naifun, and Kage.

It looks casual, but it's all planned out.

As for the advantages and disadvantages of the positions opposite and to the left and right... there's really no need to go into detail.

As long as Ying is by Liu Bai's side, she can help Ying trigger the "begging for food" event.

Fox Palace had observed Liu Bai's eating habits and found that he didn't have a particular fondness for sweets, so if the Shadow beside him asked for them, Liu Bai would most likely give them to him.

As for the current two-person set meal... it can only be described as a pleasant surprise, without needing the help of the Fox Palace to entice them.

Although inducing it is not difficult.

After all, whether the shadow is on the left or the right, it's the same situation where Liu Bai is beside you and Hu Zhaigong or Cocolia is in front of you—diagonal directions are generally not considered.

Whenever Shadow shows a reluctant expression towards a certain sweet, Fox Maiden can give a subtle hint. At this point, neither she nor Cocolia, who has reached an understanding with her, will offer it to Shadow.

—What? You're asking when the understanding was reached?

It was definitely just their daily routine. Of course, the two of them had chatted briefly while grocery shopping. Although Cocolia didn't explicitly support it, she also didn't explicitly oppose it.

It's clear that Cocolia might have some other thoughts about Liu Bai besides repaying his kindness—after all, he's a benefactor who can help revive their homeland. However, since she might not be able to return, Cocolia's personal desires aren't obvious.

However, as long as you don't object, it's fine.

The same applies to the image now facing Liu Bai; to her left and right are Cocolia, and in front of her is Liu Bai...

Being a wingman in a relationship requires some thought.

Coincidence? There aren't that many coincidences.

The purpose of the Fox Abode Palace is also very simple.

As long as Liu Bai feeds it, Ying will remember Liu Bai's kindness.

After Ying finishes eating, he realizes he took Liu Bai's food and then belatedly feels guilty.

Thanks for the compliment...tsk tsk~~

Moreover, it was completely natural—the situation was so natural that Liu Bai only intuitively doubted her character, rather than the current state of affairs.

Of course, this is also an opportunity for the other two—because if Liu Bai feeds them, it is very likely that Liu Bai himself will not have enough to eat.

They could also feed Liu Bai in a perfectly reasonable way.

However, compared to feeding Ying, feeding Liu Bai requires careful timing.

Liu Bai doesn't feel like he's not getting enough to eat right now, while Gui Naifen's feeding practices are a prime example of what not to do.

In contrast, Kujo Sara was more aware that Kage was a sweets lover.

It could be said that she had realized that Kage's love for sweets was a bottomless pit, and she also knew when Kage would stop... so Kujo Sara silently slowed down her eating speed.

Gui Naifen, after failing to feed the animals, belatedly realized something.

Ragnar: "..."

For some reason, she felt like these guys were scheming against each other while eating dessert.

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“No, no, no action!”

Just as Fox Palace had predicted, Lei finished his snacks before realizing that he had eaten most of the desserts on his plate.

After the happiness brought by the sweets gradually faded, Ying finally realized that she seemed to have been too "overjoyed".

Fox Palace chuckled to herself. She had seen this scene far too many times. Back in Inazuma, when everyone had a meal together, Kage was always the first to finish eating.

Ying hurriedly clasped her hands together and bowed her head to apologize to Liu Bai, then inexplicably turned her head to look at Huzhai Palace.

What is she laughing at?

However, Ying doesn't have much interest in managing the Fox Palace right now.

"Isn't this just a way to apologize to the deceased with good wine?" Liu Bai didn't care. It was just sweet food, and there was no question of whether he was full or not.

"Woo..."

The shadow let out a somewhat shy, mournful cry.

Liu Bai found Ying's appearance quite amusing.

In reality, the character isn't usually that rigid; after all, there's a line in the game's voice acting that says, "The General's construction is quite sturdy; if it breaks, it can be replaced. So, if you encounter danger, just push the General in front."

—Most of the less serious remarks in General Raiden's voice lines are spoken by Shadow.

"Lord Liu Bai——"

"boss--"

Kujo Sara and Katsura Naofumi heard each other's voices, paused in their hands as they pushed the plates, and exchanged a glance.

"..."

"..."

After a moment of silence, Kujo Sara blushed and silently retreated.

After all, before... before I said I was just a guest... now if Xiao Guizi wants to, it's not right for me to give it to her... no way.

"Oh dear~ If Master isn't full, Asura can give you a free single-person meal! Please don't refuse!"

Ragnar suddenly spoke up.

She seemed to have figured something out.

So you're trying to flirt with guys?

Although this group had nothing to do with their assault team, she just couldn't stand it—especially since her own little cabbage seemed to be actively trying to steal someone else's pig.

Don't be so modest! As the "Instructor of the 800,000 Imperial Guards" appointed by Heaven, I can afford to pay for a single snack!

Ragnar's coquettish voice suddenly froze Gui Naifen, who had just shown a victorious expression.

How can someone still interrupt?

However, with Ragnar's actions, it's really difficult for Gui Naifen to continue sending gifts.

Continuing further would seem to make it obvious that I have ulterior motives—although it's already quite obvious.

Gui Naifen silently placed the plate back in front of her.

"You two... well, don't mind me too much."

"I'm so sorry to have caused you trouble."