boyutpedia Chapter 285 Stomping on Wine
Chapter 285 Stomping on Wine
Huiyuan came to the Angel's Gift Tavern, naturally to find Wendy.
Since the purpose is to offer the wind flower to the wind god, why not just go directly to him?
However, Wendy was not there.
(What did the drunkard do immediately after receiving the free drink voucher?)
Before Huiyuan could think it through, she spotted someone familiar.
"Kaiya? What are you doing here in broad daylight?"
Kaiya turned to look at Huiyuan, seemingly not recognizing her immediately.
It took him a few seconds to realize what was happening.
"Oh, it's Miss Huiyuan. As you can see, I'm buying wine."
"Buying alcohol? What kind of alcohol would make you slack off here in broad daylight instead of doing your job?"
"Of course, it's the apple blossom wine limited to the Wind and Flower Festival. But this bartender Charles... doesn't seem too keen on selling it to me."
Seeing that Kaya was looking over, the bearded Charles said, "Mr. Kaya, it's not that I don't want to sell it to you, it's just that Lord Diluc instructed me..."
"Hey, just let me have an easy time. You know I'm pretty close to Diluc, it shouldn't be a problem for me to sneak a bottle, right?"
"Mr. Kaiya, please don't make things difficult for me..."
"Alright, alright, fine, it's just that I, as a long-time customer, haven't been polite enough, sigh~"
Seeing Kaia's words, bartender Charles was speechless and sighed.
Seeing this, Huiyuan said, "How about I go ask Diluc for a few bottles for you?"
"Oh, really? Miss Huiyuan is willing to help, that's wonderful! I, Kaiya, will definitely remember this kindness. If there's anything I can do to help next time, I'll be there whenever you call."
Without saying another word to Kaiya, Huiyuan waved and left the tavern.
Inside the elegant and grand Dawn Winery, a gentleman with a serene gaze and impeccable attire is playing the zither.
The music he played further accentuated the grandeur of this magnificent winery.
It was like a noble party, with gentlemen and ladies dancing gracefully.
Like the fragrance of flowers in the countryside, birds and butterflies flutter their wings rhythmically.
Only after the music ended did the old man who had been playing the zither look at the arriving guests.
"Miss Huiyuan, is there anything I can help you with?"
"Hi~ Diluc, I've come to visit my former comrade-in-arms and also want to try the latest wine."
"I didn't know you liked drinking..."
"Huh... is it unbelievable that I drink alcohol? More importantly, Diluc, you can even play the piano..."
Is it surprising that I can play the lyre?
"Well, it seems... not really surprising. It's just that it doesn't feel like your style."
Come to think of it, Diluc is the big boss of the winery, a noble among nobles.
It's perfectly reasonable for nobles to play the lyre and dance duets.
Upon hearing the word "style," Diluc smiled.
"Style? Oh... I see. You met Diluc as a friend first, not as a young master, so that's why it feels so incongruous, right?"
"So, Diluc, how did you learn to play the piano?"
"I learned it when I was young. Please sit down, I'll go to the cellar to find the wine you want."
After saying that, Diluc turned and walked towards the basement.
At the same time, the head maid, Adeline, dressed in white stockings, walked over.
She pulled out the soft cushions from the wooden stool, and Huiyuan sat down.
Before long, Diluc came over with several bottles of fine wine.
"The bottle on the left is wine, and the second one is a limited edition for the Flower Festival. This is dandelion wine. If you don't like it, I can mix it up. By the way, have you ever drunk alcohol before?"
"I used to secretly drink beer when I was a kid, but it tasted too bitter... so I never drank it again."
"Is that so? Then I'll prepare a mix first. Drinking high-proof liquor on your first drink can be harmful to your health. Pick one bottle, and I'll dilute it several times."
"Excuse me, but this bottle of wine wasn't stomped on, was it?"
"No. But if you want that kind, I can get it for you."
"No, although I know it will be cleaned up, I still can't accept it. Let me try this dandelion bar."
"Okay, just a moment..."
After the head maid Adeline brought over the bartending tools, Diluc quickly mixed a delicious and fragrant drink.
Huiyuan examined it curiously for a while and asked, "Does this cup have a name?"
"No, this is a recipe I just came up with, specially prepared for you. I suggest drinking it in three parts, one-third at a time."
Hearing this, Huiyuan didn't say much and began to enjoy the dandelion cocktail.
The first bite was surprisingly not bitter; instead, it was quite sweet.
The second bite was incredibly flavorful, with the aroma of dandelion filling the mouth.
On the third bite, I felt refreshed, and my previously dry tongue suddenly felt moist.
Wow... alcohol can taste this good?
"After all, it's a special cocktail with a low alcohol content, so it's normal not to taste the bitterness."
"Um..."
"What's wrong? You look completely lost."
"No, it's nothing. I was just thinking... I feel a little ashamed that I came to visit without bringing a gift."
"In that case, why don't you do me a favor?"
"Oh? What are you busy with?"
Diluc didn't speak, but clapped his hands and summoned the head maid, Adeline.
Behind Adeline, who was wearing white stockings, were two young maids wearing black stockings.
The three of them gradually approached Huiyuan, who was completely bewildered by their actions.
"Wait, what are you going to do?"
Seeing Huiyuan's panic, Diluc said calmly, "Don't worry, it's just a small favor. Adeline, help Miss Huiyuan change her clothes, and then we'll go to the distillery."
"Yes, Lord Diluc."
Huiyuan's eyes held a mixture of confusion and panic.
(Huh? What's going on? Are they going to kill me to cover it up? No, given my relationship with Diluc, it's unlikely. Why does Adeline look like she's about to kill a chicken? And why are they going to the brewery? Are they going to wash me clean... then get me drunk... and then...)
Before Huiyuan could think it through, she was pulled into the dressing room...
"Why are you taking off my shoes?! Wait, don't take off my clothes! Why are you taking off my stockings too?!"
"Miss, please be quiet."
Upon hearing this, Huiyuan's brain completely shut down.
Is this really going to be a case of being completely exonerated?
Dressed in a maid outfit, Huiyuan was led through a steam room and into a room containing dozens of large wooden tubs.
Each large wooden tub was two meters wide and filled with grapes.
Seeing this, Huiyuan finally calmed down.
The steam room we just saw was for sterilization. What other reason could there be for it being brought into this room?