In the end, unable to buy a magic tool in order to improve Eris healing magic ability, it was time for me to return.
Hahhh, whyd it have to be 10 million Zeni
I tried visiting the magic tool shop one more time after that, but among the magic tools that could raise her mana capacity, that one was the cheapest. Even checking out other nearby stores, it was much the same story.
Seems like that sort of item is considerably pricey. Its probably the type of magic tool that cant be artificially reproduced. Theres no way to obtain it other than picking it up by chance from the labyrinth. The supply and demand are fatally out of balance.
I kinda feel like Ive exhausted all the means at my disposal.
Honestly, what do I dooo.
Besides, theres also the matter of Ruruka. Its a secondary problem compared to the fact that Eris might end up going to train in the royal capital, but I should still do something about this one as well. Yeah, the way we parted was too awkward. I want to patch things up somehow.
Well, even if I tell myself to follow up, I still dont know what I should do about it. If its Yuel I can generally manage it by petting her head, but I doubt thatll work in Rurukas case.
Or perhaps I should say, no matter how much I think about it, I cant figure out why Ruruka was acting like that in the first place.
From the course of events, it seems natural to conclude that shes irritated by the existence of Eris, but honestly speaking I feel like she doesnt have any reason to think that highly of me.
Touching her ass, slipping off her shorts I can think of several reasons just from today alone for her to dislike me.
But still, seeing Rurukas behavior in front of that inn, theres no way that was really I just wanted to change my clothes.
In other words, even deducting todays minus points from her goodwill, Ruruka mustve been quite fond of me already. But I cant fathom why.
Is it because Im so handsome?
If thats the case, everything makes sense. And Yuel said I was, too. Also my grandma used to tell me the same thing when I was a kid.
As Im reflecting while I walk,
Marbled royal capital beef say, Sera, why dont we have some?
Fran, your allowance has been completely cut off since then, and in addition you were told to refrain from entering the labyrinth as well, or have you forgotten? You mustnt waste money.
But I know, lets split one!
Even if you dont eat it here, if you buttered up Lord-sama for some marbled royal capital beef Im sure he would buy you an entire cow.
I hate doing that. And that would be pointless anyway. Im hungry now.
I spot a natural blonde twin-drills and a blue-haired girl, about to get a meal at a food cart. Its Fran and Sera. I guess since then is probably referring to what happened after the lords sponsored dinner party.
It seems as though the blue-haired girl, Sera, is about to buy a skewer of marbled royal capital beef.
Well, I only noticed them, its not like our eyes met. Im not good with Fran. If I try to strike up a conversation and inadvertently sexually harass her, shes liable to fire off attack magic at me.
Plus shes flat.
I consider asking them for Rurukas whereabouts, but I usually run into Ruruka pretty often, so our spheres of activity probably overlap. Even if I dont ask them, I should be able to meet her again before too long.
Ill ignore them but as Im about to take my leave,
Why hello there. Are you alone today?
With a cheerful smile, Sera calls out. Handing the skewer she just bought over to Fran, she moves to stand in my way. It seems Ive been spotted.
Quite.
I wonder what she wants from me? They arent as big as Eris, but Sera is well-endowed. Ive got nothing against talking per se, its just that the drills-hothead over there is scary.
How fortunate. The two of us were about to go sightseeing in town. If you dont mind, how would you like to share a meal with us?
Hold on, Sera! I-Im against it!
But, Fran immediately barges in with a rough voice. And begins to quarrel with Sera in said rough tone.
Come now, Fran, isnt this the perfect opportunity?
The perfect opportunity wait. Sera, are you seriously talking about that!?
Of course Im serious. Fran, do you mean to say that theres no need to return a favor youve received? Or else do you mean that in return for saving your life, Lord-sama paid him some money and therefore its fine to say thats the end of that?
Gh!
Just because the other party is a man, this is not something you can just gloss over. As a daughter of the Meirhartz family, you cannot run away from it.
For a moment I wonder what theyre talking about, but somehow or other I have an idea. Looks like Sera wants to make Fran thank me. As for why, its probably over the matter of me saving her from that Krankheit Turtles charge.
I received a reward from the lord, but Sera appears to be dissatisfied with that alone. Although something tells me shes just using it as an excuse to work on Frans misandry.
Fine, I understand.
And, Fran reluctantly gives in to Seras persuasion. The phrase as a daughter of the Meirhartz family seems to have been the clincher.
Sera hands me a marbled royal capital beef skewer that she bought while I wasnt paying attention, and speaks out in an astonished tone. Now that I think about it, shes right.
Even though this was supposed to be about me asking whatever I want of her as thanks, in the end Ive neither heard about Rurukas inn nor done anything erotic. I did receive a skewer from Sera just now, but thats it.
Gh
Taken aback by Seras words, Fran once again covers her body and glares at me. Is this abnormal wariness due to her man-hating or because its me?
This is getting a little tiresome.
Okay, do you know of a magic tool that has the effect of raising your mana capacity? Buy it for me.
Thats quite an unreasonable demand out of nowhere. I myself have wanted one for a long time, but I could never buy such a thing on my own. Perhaps Father would buy it for you if you asked him in earnest, but in that case youd end up having to marry me for real this time.
I detest the idea.
Of course.
Ill pass on getting married to Fran too. But man, he may actually buy me a 10 million Zeni magic tool if I implore him? Thats incredible. I guess thats the lord of a labyrinth city for you.
If Fran had big tits and a ladylike personality I might consider it.
Oh my, is it no good? Fran can get married to the man who bet his life to defend her from a monster, and in addition, Shiki-san can obtain the magic tool he desires. I think its quite an ingenious idea.
Like I said, Thats out of the question!
Sera interrupts from the sideline, but Fran immediately shuts her down.
Though you would be taking your wifes name, as a noble it is common to have mistresses and illegitimate children, so I expected Shiki-san to find it highly agreeable
Whats with that detail. In this world, monogamy is standard for the masses, but apparently thats not always the case for nobles. Ive always been considering building a harem somehow since its another world and all, but I get the feeling the goal is finally in sight.
Well, be that as it may, I cant possibly see myself getting married to Fran. My interest is slightly piqued though.
Whether or not Sera is aware of my feelings, she continues the discussion.
And Fran, Shiki-san has been recognized by Lord-sama moreover, the fact that you didnt try very hard to correct Lord-samas earlier misunderstanding, that proves that even if just slightly, you wouldnt have minded allowing the misunderstanding to carry on like that and become the truth.
~~~~~!
The moment that Sera says that, a ball of fire abruptly materializes above Frans palm.
Chantless magic invocation. The fireball is quite irregularly-shaped, and its size is rather small. It looks so unstable that it might disperse at any second, but Fran is glaring harshly and brandishing it at me.
Oi oi oi, wait a minute! What are you planning to do!?
-The story I previously heard from Ruruka springs to mind. How Fran fired off attack magic into her marriage interview partners crotch and was expelled from her house.
Dont tell me this is the same feeling she was giving off back then? This girl hasnt grown one bit, has she!
Fraaan!?
Sera cries out at once, but Fran doesnt stop. Even if I try to avoid it, I was completely taken by surprise and it doesnt seem like Ill dodge it in time.
Is this the same roast loin course that the noble was treated to at his marriage interview with Fran? A fireball of this size shouldnt be fatal, but at this rate my heart will give out. Yeah, maybe its better not to get involved with this girl after all.
-I lock eyes with Fran, who looks like she could throw the fireball at any moment.
Her face is bright red, perhaps out of shame, and her eyes are watery too. Is she that mortified by what Sera told her? But throwing a fireball just because shes embarrassed is intolerable.
Then- just before shes about to throw the fireball. At the very last moment, Fran flings it onto the ground. Breathing roughly, she stares at the black scorch mark that she created on the ground.
That was friggin dangerous! What the hell has gotten into you!
Somehow I get the feeling Ive realized one of the reasons why Sera was trying to hook me up with Fran. First, there likely isnt anyone who would accept such an aggressive woman. Second, if Im attacked it wont become that big of a deal since I can use healing magic.
Sera mentioned that the lord approves of me and Im her savior and all, but something tells me the first two are the real reasons. I take a look at Sera, and shes just holding her head like shes done it again.
And yet, with zero remorse, Fran makes a sort of refreshed face and opens her mouth.
You are a healer, yes?
Yeah.
Even though her tone is normal, I can feel an air of intimidation. No doubt due to that scorch mark on the ground.
You cannot use offensive magic, yes?
Thats right.
Ive previously learned a little about attack magic from customers at the hospital before, but I wasnt able to use it at all. I dont really understand why, though.
Indeed. Very well, Ive decided how to repay you. From now on, I shall teach you offensive magic I trust you have no issue with that, yes?
She probably wants to put a stop to all talks of marriage right here and now. From her intensity I can tell that I have no say in the matter.