Chapter 248. Crossing the Boundaries
"What is this? It tastes amazing," Tyler said, savoring the crisp and refreshing taste of the cool drink.
"Taka made it," Mana replied, her voice sweet and lively as she lounged nearby in her usual loli form.
"When Taka first drank a carbonated drink, he became inspired," she continued. "After experimenting for a whole year, he perfected this recipe."
Tyler took another sip, his curiosity piqued. "What’s in it? The flavor is so unique."
Mana grinned, clearly eager to share. "It’s made from mineral water sourced from under the snowy mountains. This water is tempered by thousand-year-old volcanic rock. It’s filtered through the earth for centuries before emerging as a cold spring, pure and refreshing. The honey comes from bees that collect pollen from a rare spiritual flower called the ’Ice Heart Flower.’ It’s known for enhancing concentration and promoting a sense of calm."
Tyler raised his eyebrows. "The lemon flavor is a nice touch."
"Ah, the lemons," Mana said, her eyes sparkling. "They’re from a strain cultivated for over a hundred years. Through precise control of temperature and light, Taka managed to grow the perfect lemons."
"Alright, alright, I get it," Tyler interrupted, holding up a hand to stop her barrage of facts. "So, does this mean you’re planning to start a cool drink company?"
Mana chuckled, a mischievous glint in her eyes. "You’re right. Mana is thinking of launching it as a premium product. It’ll blow everything else out of the market."
Tyler leaned back, amused. "What about the revenge plan you were so focused on? Weren’t you staying on this island to take down the Woodcutter Association?"
Mana waved dismissively. "Oh, that’s already in motion. You underestimated Mana, Tyler. The Woodcutter Association is suffering huge losses."