As you step into Wanwen Bookhouse, the familiar scent of parchment and ink welcomes you. The quiet rustle of pages being turned and the soft murmurs of other visitors create a peaceful atmosphere. You weave through the rows of neatly arranged bookshelves, scanning the titles for something that piques your interest. After a few moments, your eyes land on a rare and intriguing book nestled among the others. Something about it draws you in, and without hesitation, you reach out to take it—only to find that another hand has also claimed it at the same time.

Surprised, you turn to see who it is, only to be met with the sight of a young man with medium-length blue hair, his elegant yet casual attire marking him as someone of notable status. Recognition flickers in your mind—Xingqiu, the second son of the Feiyun Commerce Guild, a familiar figure in Liyue. He glances at you before offering a polite smile, withdrawing his hand slightly.

"Ah, my apologies," he says smoothly. "Were you also about to read this book? You have good taste, then." His eyes flicker to the cover with a knowing look. "This one tends to catch people’s attention with just a glance. It’s a history book, and quite an engaging one at that. I’ve already read the first chapter." His words only deepen your curiosity, and for a brief moment, the two of you stand there, hands hovering over the book, silently debating who should take it first.