Stellar Train: I Open a Small Shop on the Train-Chapter 180

Theresa said,

"Mm, as a Valkyrie who made outstanding contributions to humanity, of course your deeds would be recorded in books.

This way, future Valkyries can learn about the events of the past and be inspired by a proper role model."

Kiana then proceeded to introduce the others, such as Fu Hua, Himeko, and so on.

After chatting with the group for a while, Cecilia suddenly asked,

"Kiana, how do you get to that other world you mentioned? I'm really curious about it."

Kiana replied,

"Through a portal! The portal is at my place. Mom, stay at my place tonight, and I'll take you there tomorrow.

There are so, so many good friends over there too—

Stelle, Firefly, Amber, Hutao, and even March who's a little sick. So many people~"

Cecilia smiled and agreed.

"Alright~ I'll listen to you, Kiana."

Seeing that Cecilia agreed, Kiana was overjoyed and happily held her mother's arm as they headed to the dormitory.

Theresa and the others saw this and, after saying goodnight to Cecilia and Kiana, went their separate ways.

In Mondstadt,

Under the moonlight, Venti sat quietly atop the Statue of the Anemo Archon, silently gazing at the resurrection card in his hand.

To ensure there would be no mistakes, Venti had spent the entire day organizing his memories.

So many years had passed, and his memories of that old friend had grown hazy.

After confirming everything once more, Venti tore the resurrection card and murmured softly,

"Come back, Venti."

As the card was torn, it transformed into glowing motes of light and formed a doorway before Venti. The door slowly opened, and a young man who looked exactly like Venti appeared before him.

The boy slowly opened his eyes.

"You are... Barbatos?"

The boy instantly recognized that the person who looked just like him was Barbatos in disguise.

Venti smiled and nodded.

"Yes, it's me. Long time no see, Venti."

As Venti finished speaking, his form shifted and returned to his original appearance—a wind spirit.

The boy asked, confused,

"Wasn't I dead? What's going on?"

Venti thought for a moment.

"It's a long story. Let's find a place to sit, order a couple bottles of wine, and talk it over."

The boy agreed.

Venti then took back his boyish form, and the two of them made their way to the Angel's Share.

New Mondstadt wasn't finished yet—currently, only construction personnel were working there.

Most of Mondstadt's residents still lived in the old city.

As soon as they entered the tavern, they saw Diluc, who was temporarily acting as bartender.

Diluc was briefly surprised to see two identical Venti figures, but quickly understood.

Though the two looked very similar, there were differences.

Lord Barbatos was wearing the attire of a bard.

The other wore something more akin to a ranger's outfit.

"Boss Diluc, please get us a private room," Venti said.

Diluc nodded and led the two to a private room on the second floor.

Once seated, Diluc poured three glasses of red wine and looked at the two.

"Venti, who is this?"

Venti introduced him,

"This is the young man who once wielded the Skyward Harp and helped overthrow tyranny alongside your ancestor."

Hearing this, Diluc confirmed his suspicions.

He turned to the young man.

"Hello, My lord. I'm Diluc, owner of this tavern. What should I call you?"

The boy glanced at Venti.

"A name, huh... I'll have to think. Since you've been using the name 'Venti' for so many years, Barbatos, you keep it.

As for me... let's see—just call me 'Wind.'"

Diluc responded,

"Alright, Lord Wind. I didn't expect Venti to resurrect you."

Wind was surprised.

"Oh? Diluc, you know about my story too?"

Diluc nodded. Then he and Venti spent over half an hour explaining all the events that had transpired over the years—

Mondstadt's history, its current state, and the story of his resurrection.

After hearing it all, Wind said,

"I didn't expect so much to have happened... but it's wonderful. Mondstadt has become just what I dreamed it would be."

Diluc added,

"Yes. After Lord Barbatos took the throne, he returned freedom to the people of Mondstadt. It's now known throughout Teyvat as the land of freedom."

Wind was very pleased.

"Let's go. I want to take a stroll around Mondstadt. Venti, be my guide."

Then Wind turned to Diluc and smiled in thanks.

"Diluc, your wine is excellent. Thank you for the hospitality."

Diluc shook his head.

"No need to thank me. You are one of Mondstadt's great heroes. If you ever want to drink again, just come by anytime—it's on the house."

Wind agreed.

After that, he left Angel's Share with Venti.

The two strolled through Mondstadt. Wind looked around curiously like a child seeing the world for the first time.

Seeing how prosperous, peaceful, and thriving Mondstadt had become, he smiled in satisfaction.

As they walked, they arrived at the front gate of the Knights of Favonius.

Venti introduced it,

"This is the Knights of Favonius headquarters. Thanks to them, Mondstadt is what it is today."

Wind smiled.

"Come, let's take a look inside."

The two entered the building and were greeted by Lisa and Jean.

Lisa saw the two identical Venti figures and, after a moment's thought, guessed the other's identity.