“Hm?”
In the library of Mondstadt, Lisa glanced at an unexpected visitor, a hint of curiosity in her eyes. “Jax, I didn’t expect you to be interested in potion-making as well.”
Lisa had been prepared to teach Lumine about elements and alchemical magic, but to her surprise, Jia Changjiang had shown up too.
“I heard you’d be teaching Lumine some potion-making today, so I figured I’d tag along and learn a bit myself,” Jia Changjiang explained with a smile. “Lately, I’ve been working on some crafting projects, but I’m lacking the right materials. I thought it’d be good to brush up on material properties and alchemy techniques.”
He looked at Lisa and asked, “Is it okay if I sit in?”
“Well now…” Lisa rested a finger on her chin, a playful smile tugging at her lips. “Of course, you’re welcome to join. However, if it’s alchemy you’re interested in, I know someone who might be an even better teacher.”
“Who?” Jia Changjiang asked curiously.
Lisa chuckled. “The Knights of Favonius’ Chief Alchemist—Albedo. He’s young, but his knowledge of alchemy is vast, and he’s easy on the eyes too.”
She playfully tugged at Lumine’s cheek. “He’s got a certain air about him—kind of like you, little cutie.”
“Albedo… Oh! I think Klee mentioned him once when we went… uh, fishing,” Lumine said, narrowly avoiding a slip. “Isn’t he Klee’s brother?”
“Exactly,” Lisa replied. “And he’s great at breaking down complex concepts into simple explanations. If it’s alchemy knowledge you’re after, he’s the perfect person to talk to.”
“Really?” Jia Changjiang paused, considering her suggestion, before clapping his hands. “Well, let’s get through today’s potion lesson first. I’ll think about Albedo later!”
“One step at a time,” he added. “Better to understand the materials thoroughly first—then I can work on alchemy without getting overwhelmed.”
“Fair enough. Looks like I’ve gained another student for today,” Lisa remarked with a touch of amusement. “What a shame that little Razor always runs away from potion classes.”
“Razor? Don’t worry!” Lumine thumped her chest confidently. “In potion-making, I’m your star pupil, Lisa!”
“Alright then,” Lisa said with a smile. “Let’s begin the lesson. Just a heads-up—today’s material might be… a bit heavy.”
“Electro Crystals, Crystal Chunks, Starsilver Ore… Hmm…”
Jia Changjiang sat at a library table, staring at a thick book detailing the properties of various materials. His head was starting to ache.
This was just the basics of potion-making and alchemy.
And this book? Not even close to covering everything.
The sheer volume of information made him feel like he was back in college, cramming an entire semester’s coursework into a single week. It was exhausting.
The book detailed the unique properties and classifications of each material. Different regions had different categorization methods, adding yet another layer of complexity.
Then there were the combinations—what would happen if specific materials were combined? Some ores could be used to create specialized reinforcement materials, which, when paired with Mora as a catalyst, could enhance weapons.
Faced with this avalanche of knowledge, Jia Changjiang almost felt like gnawing on the book itself in the hope of absorbing it faster.
But at least he wasn’t alone in his struggle.
At a nearby table, Lumine was slumped over, completely defeated by the ocean of knowledge.
Lisa had handed her a beginner’s Introduction to Magic—a dictionary-thick tome over 800 pages long.
“Ababababa…” Lumine groaned, her face pressed against the table. She forced herself upright, managed to read a few more pages, and promptly collapsed again.
Jia Changjiang couldn’t help but see a reflection of his younger self during university finals week.
Meanwhile, Paimon had wisely opted to browse the children’s book section and was happily engrossed in fairy tales.
Eventually, Jia Changjiang closed his book with a sigh, his expression mixed.
“Finished already?” Lisa raised an eyebrow. “I didn’t think you’d read so quickly.”
“I skimmed through it. At least I’ve got a rough understanding of most of the materials now,” Jia Changjiang replied. “I think I can start experimenting with some ideas. Though… my crafting methods might be a bit unconventional.”
“Unconventional?” Lisa mused. “Ah, like those weapons you made for Amber and Razor? They were quite unique. Are you planning to make another weapon?”
“Not exactly,” Jia Changjiang said, scratching his head. “I’m thinking of creating something smaller this time—decorative beads imbued with special abilities.”
“Beads with abilities?” Lisa’s curiosity was piqued.
“Yeah,” Jia Changjiang explained. “In Teyvat, weapons with special abilities are usually rare and highly valuable. But what if we could create smaller, more versatile items with similar effects?”
Lisa smiled slyly. “That sounds intriguing. You’ll have to show me your process someday.”
“Maybe,” Jia Changjiang said with a chuckle. “Once I’ve made a few beads, I’ll give you some as thanks for teaching me.”
“Well then, I’ll be looking forward to it,” Lisa said warmly.
At that moment, Lumine finally managed to lift her head from the table, having barely survived the bombardment of information. She overheard the conversation and perked up.
“Jax, what’s the deal with these beads you’re making?”
“Hm…” Jia Changjiang scratched his chin. “It’s hard to explain. On their own, they might not seem very useful. But if you’ve got enough slots to embed them in…”
He smirked. “You could hunt down even the most ancient gods.”
“Really?!” Lumine’s interest was immediately piqued. “What kinds of beads are there?”
“Pretty much anything you can think of,” Jia Changjiang said thoughtfully. “Offensive, defensive, restorative, supportive—there’s probably a bead for every purpose.”
“If you combine them strategically, they could create some interesting effects.”
Lumine’s eyes sparkled with excitement. “Tell me more! Do you have beads that can, say, enhance stamina?”
“Well…” Jia Changjiang began to explain, ideas swirling in his mind for what the beads could do.
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T/N: ENHANCE STAMINA? HMM I WONDER WHY YOU NEED THAT LUMINE ASPIRIGIN HAREM QUEEN
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