The quiet stroll did not last long.
Soon… a lively young girl, wearing a belted soft armor and a red top, flew directly out from the direction of Mondstadt.
She had a headband decoration resembling rabbit ears on her head and a rabbit doll attached to her waist.
From a distance, she shouted, "Acting Grand Master Jean!"
"Amber?"
Stopping, Acting Grand Master Jean looked at Amber, who was landing from afar, and couldn't help but feel a little confused.
"Did something happen in the city?"
Generally speaking, as a reconnaissance Knight of Favonius, Amber's tasks were very demanding, especially right after the Stormterror disaster had receded.
After all, with the reconnaissance unit almost disbanded, Amber was the only reconnaissance Knight of Favonius left in all of Mondstadt.
Under these circumstances… for her to specifically come out of the city to inform her, made Acting Grand Master Jean a little worried.
"It's not something in the city; it's about Snezhnaya," Amber shook her head, then relayed the message.
"Snezhnaya's diplomat has requested to meet with you now."
"Now?"
Diplomacy between nations followed a set protocol.
According to the plan, the official diplomatic engagement between Mondstadt and Snezhnaya was supposed to be tomorrow.
At that time, Acting Grand Master Jean and a representative from the Cathedral would represent Mondstadt, receiving the other party in the Knights of Favonius Headquarters' conference room to discuss the purpose of the mission and various details.
But a meeting now… "Did they say in what capacity they wish to meet?"
Noticing Acting Grand Master Jean, who was slightly slow to react as she had just managed to relax and was out of work mode, Kai looked at her with a hint of amusement.
He directly helped her ask.
"Uh… they said they wish to meet with you in a private capacity," Amber quickly replied.
Private capacity, huh?
Kai nodded thoughtfully.
If it was in this capacity, it meant the other party did not represent Snezhnaya, and Acting Grand Master Jean, who was requested to meet, did not represent Mondstadt.
It would simply be a personal meeting to discuss certain opinions or perhaps exert some pressure beforehand.
Of course, these issues, although Kai could consider them, he had no intention of getting involved.
He knew his wife's capabilities; not only was her combat prowess outstanding, but her diplomatic skills were also always on point.
Under such circumstances, there was nothing to worry about.
Of course, if anything happened that insulted Mondstadt or angered Acting Grand Master Jean, Kai wouldn't mind playing a high-definition remake of the consequences of last year's diplomatic incident.
"I understand. Please inform Snezhnaya's diplomatic personnel that I will be there shortly."
Acting Grand Master Jean nodded. If it was merely a private meeting, there was no problem.
It's just that… "Understood~"
Amber made a lively gesture, turned, and ran back towards Mondstadt.
Of course, she couldn't use her gliding wings this time.
"I'm sorry, Kai…"
As Amber's figure gradually faded from sight, Acting Grand Master Jean turned to Kai beside her, her expression clearly showing a bit of guilt.
She had finally managed to take some time off to stroll with her husband, but before even half a morning had passed, she had to go back to work.
Even for the workaholic Acting Grand Master Jean, she felt a little embarrassed.
"Heh, it's good that you know to be sorry," Kai said, tapping her smooth forehead with his hand, giving her an annoyed glance.
"But since it's a diplomatic matter, you should go."
The meeting with Snezhnaya was still somewhat important.
As an allied nation to Mondstadt, although Snezhnaya appeared to be in a dominant position in every aspect, it was undeniable that…
Even so, as long as their relationship hasn't completely broken down, maintaining a certain level of diplomacy is quite necessary.
If this meeting were canceled, it would probably create some obstacles for my wife's future work, wouldn't it?
After all… this city isn't governed by Kai.
If Kai were the Acting Grand Master, those two arrogant Snezhnaya envoys from last year would have had their bodies thrown into Dadaupa Gorge to be specimens for the Hilichurl.
"Ahem, and also…,"
"The Acting Grand Master is taking a day off today to spend quality time with Kai."
"So, no work today."
Seemingly noticing that Kai's expression was still a bit displeased, Jean coughed twice softly and whispered beside him, her expression momentarily appearing exceptionally cute.
"Hmph, so even the Acting Grand Master takes days off. How rare."
Kai sneered, pinching Jean's chin, and said seriously, "Then it's settled. Tonight, to celebrate the temporary retreat of the Stormterror crisis, the people of Mondstadt are planning to hold a celebration."
"So, we'll go together… no problem, right?"
"Of course."
Jean nodded affirmatively.
"Today's Jean is Kai's exclusive Jean, so she will definitely accompany him to have fun."
Kai narrowed his eyes.
"Then… how long is this title valid for?"
"For this lifetime?"
"Of course."
Jean turned away, blushing, a little embarrassed to look at him again.
"So don't go over time."
"Of… of course, going over time is fine too, provided you bribe me with something delicious."
… "Yo, Diluc hasn't finished work yet."
Kai had no intention of getting involved in Jean's negotiations with the Snezhnaya diplomat.
That was a matter between Mondstadt's high-ranking officials and Snezhnaya.
If his wife was being bullied, he might step in, but beyond that, he didn't want to deal with diplomatic issues.
So, feeling bored, Kai didn't even bother going home.
He simply flashed and entered the Angels Share tavern again.
At this moment, Diluc was tidying up the barware behind the counter.
Since it was morning, there wasn't a single customer in the tavern.
Seeing Kai walk in, Diluc looked up, somewhat puzzled.
"It's rare to see you here at this time."
"Didn't Jean kick you out?"
"Nonsense, why would my Jean ever kick me out of the house?"
He tapped the table.
Soon, a freshly mixed glass of dandelion wine was handed to him by Diluc.
Sipping the not-so-strong wine, Kai replied calmly, "Even if you rejoin the Knights of Favonius, there's no way Jean would kick me out of the house."
"After all, she and I… never mind, why am I chattering about daily married life with a single dog like you? You wouldn't understand anyway."
Diluc suddenly wanted to smash a wine glass directly into this scoundrel's face.
His fingers instinctively clenched.
It wasn't until cracks appeared in the iron barware that he took a deep breath.
"I've pretty much investigated the Snezhnaya diplomats who came to Mondstadt."
"There are quite a few isolated targets. Are you interested in a big score tonight?"