171 - - 169. Joining the Episode

We succeeded in scouting Gina. She became my apprentice quite smoothly, but I think it was hard work in total, since I was questioned by the father of the apprentice to show his readiness and answered questions to satisfy the curiosity of the mother of the apprentice. Two days later, today I went to pick up Gina, did some shopping, and returned to the fountain house.

By the way, I asked Sylphy to go to the Marquis' house to see what was going on, and she said there was a big commotion there. I heard that there is already a move to be the next Marquess of Fountain. He's a tough guy, isn't he?

"Thank you for all your help, Sebas. Please give my regards to Marie."

I bow, and Belle and Sarah and the others bow with me. They're good kids. As a contractor and a teacher, I'm proud of them. And cute.

"No, thank you for staying with us. Miss Marie apologizes for not being able to show her face.

Ha ha, that can't be helped. It's because of the materials I wholesale. Please tell them not to overwork themselves.

Thank you very much. I will be sure to let you know."

I've only met Marie once since I started selling materials to her. I was so high at the time. I asked her not to show her face.

I heard that the materials I wholesale are so popular that Marie, who is in charge of the general store, has been sent out to the market. Apparently, fire dragons and sacred power plants are in great demand, and they sell a certain number of them to royalty and high-ranking nobles, and then sell their favors while bargaining with the various forces that come to them to get the rest.

Marie-san talked to us happily with a glint in her eye. She said that she is busy but enjoying her current situation where she is able to get lucrative business deals and connections that she would not normally have.

I thanked Mr. Sebas again and was about to leave him, but he said he would see me off at the gate and we would leave the building together. I guess you can get used to living in a mansion ....... I can't say that I felt at home, but Sebas and the others, who sensed that I don't like to be interfered, tried to stay out of my life as much as possible, so it was surprisingly easy for me.

One regret I have is that I couldn't use the magic bell to summon a maid. I couldn't decide at what level I could summon a maid.

Most of the things can be done with the contents of the magic bag, and I felt bad ...... to call the maid for something so simple, so I always refrained from doing so. I hate myself for being so weak.

As I was heading to the gate while talking with Sebas about the situation in the labyrinth city, the gate opens and a carriage pulls in. Oh, Marie-san is coming out of the carriage and waving her hand. It seemed that she had taken time out of her busy schedule to show her face.

"Mr. Yuta, I am sorry for not being able to show my face even though I invited you.

Marie said this as soon as she got out of the carriage.

"Don't worry about it. Sebas and the maids were very courteous to me, and I was able to spend my stay without any problems. Thank you very much. Anyway, how are the sales of the materials going?　I think it's about time for Wings of the Labyrinth and Muscle Star to come back with some magic grass and all-purpose grass."

Let's change the subject. He's going to keep apologizing to me.

"It seems those two parties returned last night. But the demand is there, so two more parties is not a problem. It will be a little more difficult to negotiate now that the monopoly is gone, but the envy and jealousy will be dispersed. Besides, we have a monopoly on the Jinryaku Grass.

So you came back last night. So my information is going to the Adventurers' Guild. I can't wait to see how they react. It's good timing, since I'm planning to ask the Adventurers' Guild about Gina's parents.

"Well, I'm glad you don't have any problems. I'll be sure to bring you some more materials the next time I come back.

"We are waiting for you. You don't have any plans for your next visit, do you?

Yes, but I don't have a fixed schedule, but don't worry, I'm not going to be gone that long.

It would be good training for Gina to train against the undead and then come to the labyrinth city to explore in the labyrinth with Sarah and the others. Maybe we could have a party of four with Sarah and Gina or five with Mel, and let them explore the labyrinth after they get used to it.

If we add Mel, Meral, who is a middle level spirit, will be with us, and if we have Dine or Dolly as our escort, it will be perfect. It's a bit overprotective.

"We'll be waiting for you. Would you like to use our other house?"

No, I have reached an agreement with the Adventurers' Guild and will stay at the inn next time. Thank you for your hospitality.

We all bow our heads as we did to Mr. Sebas. I made a lot of money from my wholesale materials, but they said they couldn't take my accommodation fee, so I should at least thank them for their hospitality.

"No, don't worry about it. We are always waiting for you, so please let us know whenever you want to stay with us."

If you want to feel gorgeous, you may ask for it. Then you'll have the chance to call the maid with the magic bell ......, and if the timing is right, I'll ask her again at least. I'd better think about what I'm going to ask the maid.

Yes, I may ask her when I have a chance. I'll ask you then."

I say goodbye to Marie, who smiles and says she will be waiting for me, and Sebas, who bows to me, and leave the building. We have a lot of work to do today. First, let's go pick up Gina.

*****

"Here you go, are you ready?"

When I arrived at Gina's parents' diner, Gina was already waiting for me in front of the restaurant. A large cloth bag was placed next to her.　For a young woman, she seems a little short on luggage.　

"Yes, I'm all set. I woke up early this morning because I was so excited.

I'm glad you're looking forward to it, but I still think she's a waste. She's supposed to have a great style, but her pants are a little too big and her jacket is too big. I feel very uncomfortable.

Sarah and her friends don't seem to be bothered by it, and they gather at Gina's place to greet her. ......The kids are wearing robes too, and they might end up like Gina if they don't have normal clothes too. It's a lot of work.

"Ha, I see. But what's wrong with your outfit?　It doesn't look like it's the right size."

I'll be brave and ask. It takes guts to ask a girl what she's wearing.

"Oh, this outfit?　It's my brother's hand-me-downs. If we're going to train, it's better to wear clothes that are easy to move in."

Gina says with a grin. ...... I know you're not interested in fashion at all. I'm not an expert on clothes either, so it's hard to say, but in addition to training to be a necromancer, I'd like to do something about my clothes and my feminine language.

"Well, yes. And you had a brother."

Yes, I have a brother. He's training at another restaurant now, but I'll introduce him to my master when he comes back."

I don't want to be the older brother or ...... Gina's dad type. I'd prefer not to meet him, but it's hard to say I don't want to.

"Yeah, I'm looking forward to it. Is this what you're bringing?　I know it's not much, but are you okay?"

"Not much?　I've got all kinds of cooking tools and seasonings and everything you need.

This amount of cooking utensils and seasonings are included? It looks like there's hardly any clothes in there. I'll buy a cotton top and bottom in the right size, though I'll have to wait for fashionable clothes later. As for equipment, I'll buy a robe, and if I want to move on to armor, I can have Mel make it for me.

I'll take care of your stuff.

As I was picking up Gina's luggage and stowing it in my magic bag, Gina's parents came out of the cafeteria. I really wanted to leave without seeing them, but I couldn't say that since I had their daughter in my care.

"Good morning, Pete and Daniela. I'll leave your daughter with you."

I bowed my head, and Mr. Beat moved his face closer and whispered to me.

"You know what I mean, don't you?"

I know exactly what you mean. I won't do anything strange.

"You!　Don't be rude to Gina's master. Give it up and congratulate my daughter on her departure!"

"Sh, but it's ......"

"I'm not going to complain!　I'm sorry, Yuta, but this man is just spoiled because he doesn't want to leave his daughter. He'll give up when we leave, so just leave already. I'm sorry, I'm in a hurry, please come back and see me."

Daniela grabs Pete by the face and urges us to leave. I guess we should follow her lead here. We urge Gina and Sara to leave.

It's Gina's departure, after all.　I look at Gina, and she's laughing at her parents' fight. She seems fine.

"You're such fun parents."

"Ha ha, we get along well, but my dad is on my mom's ass."

She is smiling and laughing, but Gina is also looking very kind. They must be a nice family. If I met Gina's brother, I'd get in trouble.

I explain to Gina our plans for the future, calming down Sarah and the other girls who are walking and playing around Gina, and Belle and the other girls who are curious and flying around her.

"I'm going to go to the Adventurers' Guild and become an adventurer too. Hmmm, I'm going to be an adventurer...I'm going to enter the ...... labyrinth...I'm looking forward to it!"

Gina was also interested in becoming an adventurer. She told me that poor adventurers come to the cafeteria, so she must know how hard it is to be an adventurer, but she is still looking forward to it. I guess she likes adventures. Sara and the others are happily explaining their adventures in the labyrinth.

"Yuta, Belle and the others will play with you too!" Cue "hello" and "coo-coo."

The belles gathered around me, wanting to play with Gina. They want me to introduce them to their new apprentice as soon as possible.

(Wait a little longer. (I'm going back to the fountain house today. We'll have lots of fun when I get back.)

"Okay!" "Coo-coo!" "Play!" "Coo-coo!"

We arrive at the Adventurers' Guild, petting Belle and the others, who nod and agree with us. Why are you acting so strange with Gina?　I want to explain about the genie as soon as possible. I don't want to be seen as a weirdo who moves around the city.

Shall we go inside quickly...... No, we have registration, shopping, and a talk with Guilmouth, and Belle and the others will be bored. Let's let them go play.

It would be a pity to keep Gina, Sarah, and the others company while we talk with Guilmouth, so I'll ask Dolly to escort them and wait for them at the store.