Volume 6, Act 58: Exciting Opening Preparations Part 2
Translator: Blushy
Editor: delishnoodles
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Kaylie came back faster than Cordelia had expected.
When Cordelia guided Kaylie to the office, Emina and Lara were working there. Kaylie was surprised for a second, but the two bowed and moved to another place to work, so she was relieved.
I think those two will help you quite a bit, so Ill introduce you to them later. Please use that desk over there.
Th-thank you very much. Hmm, Cordelia-sama what do you want me to draw?
I want a gentle drawing, like a plant or small animal, but Ill be happy if you draw anything you think would suit the menu.
Kaylie nodded nervously at Cordelias request, and spread out her art supplies. Her art supplies were stored in a few glass cases.
She was interested in Kaylies art supplies, but she thought that Kaylie would be too nervous if she were to watch, so she decided to leave.
However, she realised that Kaylies attention was no longer directed at her.
As Cordelia stared at her silently, Kaylie picked up her brush and soaked the brush. Then, after she wiped the water away with a cloth, she directly tipped her brush into the colour case.
With colour on her brush, she brushed it a few times on a plate instead of a palette, then ran her brush over the paper. She didnt mix her paint, and when she wanted a lighter colour, it seemed like she adjusted the shade with the coloured water that was left on the palette.
(It may look like that, but it may be completely different)
She wasnt confident because it was completely different from how she learnt how to paint in her previous worlds art classes. In the first place, it seemed mysteriously magical that Kaylie hadnt done a rough sketch and had just started painting directly.
Meanwhile, the picture that Kaylie had finished painting was of a red clover flower and a green clover. They looked very soft and gentle, and the colours made the menu stand out. Above all, Kaylie had barely taken any time at all to paint this.
Kaylie-sama, youre amazing! And it looks wonderful!
Th-thank you very much
Cordelia was charmed by the painting, but Kaylies voice cracked despite it being small.
Its kind of a waste to have you draw the daily menus.
N-no As you can see, I can paint them quickly, and Its a special skill that I dont have much use for elsewhere, so if it can help you
You must have magic hands since youre able to create such a wonderful thing straight away.
Kaylies ears turned red at those words, and Cordelia came up with an idea.
Umm If youre alright with it, would you like to use your skill more?
Huh?
I thought about offering a message service for people who might buy our products as souvenirs or gifts. I was going to prepare an art relief for the card, but since you have such talent, how about we sell special cards painted by you as well?
Kaylie widened her eyes at those words, then shook her head vigorously.
No, but, I cant
Thats not true. I cant do it, but its wonderful because you can. Of course, I dont mind if the profits from this are added to your income.
Cordelia watched as Kaylie nodded lightly and was relieved.
She was curious about why Kaylie didnt have much confidence, but she was able to find something that Kaylie excelled in and was happy that they could work hard together.
It seems like your shop is thriving.
Yes, fortunately.
It has been a month since Cordelias Fragranceopened.
Cordelia stopped by Marquis Flantheims mansion on her way back home from the shop, and received hospitality from Vernoux, even though it was she who usually entertained. However, the sweets and tea in front of them were gifts from Cordelia.
She came here to deliver Saras balm, and also give Vernoux some sweets since he loves them.
Unfortunately, Sara was sick and was sleeping, but she encountered Vernoux, who had just returned home, while she was leaving the items to the maid.
Its thriving, and it seems like you have plenty of stock.
We barely have enough, but I have been preparing for the opening for a long time, so were managing somehow.
I might need to make myself stand out if I find myself on a stage where I cant back down.
(Besides if I can get the best result by wearing a red dress, then I might be able to separate myself from the dreadful shadow of Cordelia.)
I dont think her personality and mine are the same, but it still bothers me.
I dont care either way, but red is a lucky colour isnt it?
Yes. But only on dresses.
Hmm. Then should I watch carefully if you appear in a red dress?
She couldnt judge from Vernouxs expression whether he was curious or worried about his childhood friend. However, if he were there, then it wouldnt take a turn for the worse even if he was only curious.
Well, either way, Im going to Myless.
I see.
Im sure I still have about ten days.
Then, Ill look forward to it.
Is there something for you to look forward to, Vernoux-sama?
Yeah. Something interesting might happen.
Those words give me a bad feeling.
Rude. Well, Im just anticipating that you wont be able to do anything because a lot of people will crowd around you. If youre surrounded by women, then you wouldnt be able to have two blessings at once, now would you?
Thats too much of an exaggeration.
A woman who makes another woman wait upon them, is that what hes imagining?
(If its just that, then its not something I have to worry about.)
Even if he had said that she was a disappointment, then it would irritate her, but it didnt trouble her.
Ill be leaving now.
Alright. Its not good for you to go back too late. Ill give the items to my mother.
She handed the items that she was going to give to the maid, to Vernoux. In the small basket was a card which stated the name of the product that she had brought today and how to use it.
Thats a nice card. The picture looks faint, did you draw this at the shop?
Yes. A wonderful woman drew it for me.
Oh.
Vernoux was unusually interested and Cordelia laughed.
Vernoux-sama, please talk to me when you want to gift someone something.
Well, I hope there wont be a day when I have to rely on you.
Oh my, thats rude.
Cordelia lightly shrugged and brushed off his comment since he was probably just trying to hide his embarrassment.
Come to think of it, this is rare. I never see you wear bracelets.
Does it look good on me?
Well, it probably does, doesnt it?
Shouldnt you compliment me at a time like this even if theyre just empty words? She thought while gently brushing her hands over the slender bracelets on her left arm.
One of them was delivered with the other products on the day of her shop opening, and Cordelia wore it with the bracelet that she had received from her mother.
The package said it was from the Flantheim House, but she knew straight away that it was from Gille because the letter inside had said Congratulations on opening your store.
However, Gille probably hadnt told Vernoux anything about the store since Vernoux hadnt said anything and he looked like he was hearing it for the first time.
(Im happy hes congratulating me, but he should have said it to me directly.)
However, Cordelia liked that the design was simple, elegant and went with any type of clothing. Moreover, she always wore it on her because it mysteriously healed her whenever she felt tired.
When will I be able to thank him? She thought vaguely as Vernoux walked her home.