Volume 2 - CH 5

Chapter 5 – Preparation For An Adventure

Turns out, there is no clothing that fits the large body of Amou, who is an Ogre. Thus, in the end, they bought a few used clothes for Kohaku to sew them to fit her father. It seems even in the royal capital where many races gather, Ogres as big as Amou, are rare. Fortunately, Amou seems to have left some clothes in Tamara’s slave firm, so Eto thought they could just go get them later.

Regarding equipment, Eto gave the Wyvern leather armor that he used before he bought a new one to Sorano. He also placed an order to remake the Orc leather armor that he brought as a spare for Amber.

Meanwhile, Amou’s armor will be made from all the Wyvern leather Eto has, at a bargain price. In exchange for that, Sylpheed Armor Store gave Eto a condition where he has to give trading with Sylpheed Armor Store the highest priority the next time he defeats another Wyvern.

After ordering the armor, Eto went to the Garm Weapon Store, where he purchased the Mithril Sword. Apparently, although Amou is indeed able to use a greatsword, an ax, and a shield, he is better with swords than the rest. In addition, when Eto explained his support magic, Amou also agreed that it would go well with a great sword.

It goes without saying, a greatsword for someone with a big stature like Amou will definitely use a considerable amount of steel or iron, causing the cost for manufacturing it to be high. Hence Eto, who just bought a new set of equipment and bought more slaves than he initially intended, nervously consulted Garm, wondering whether his remaining money is enough to buy Amou’s sword.

Then, Garm told Eto that he actually has forged a greatsword that meets Amou’s requests. But since there is no one who could wield it, if Amou can swing the sword, it will be offered at a bargain price.

“Garm-san. You just said that you were going to offer it at a really low price if Amou can wield that sword, right? You are not joking, right? I’ll hold you to your words.”

It was truly a lifesaving offer for Eto, as the remaining money in his hand definitely couldn’t afford the sword at its original price.

“Eei, you’re noisy! I am a man of my words. Of course, I won’t take it back. The great sword is stowed at the back of the warehouse. Follow me, Amou!”

Garm raised his voice.

And as Eto nodded, Amou followed Garm, with the rest of the party following suit.

“You all don’t have to follow me! That big man is enough!”

“No, no, since we’re already here, I’d like to see the moment when the great sword is swung. It can be a reference when fighting in the future after all.”

At that moment, all members of the newly established party had the same feeling, which is that they might be able to see something interesting if they followed him. Thus, even if Garm yelled at them, the three didn’t stop their feet.

The great sword that was randomly placed in the back of the warehouse turns out to be a jet black sword from the tip of the sword to the handle. Its blade is thick and broad enough to easily cut off the head of a horse. The length is also relatively long, to the point that even Amou, who was over 2 meters tall, definitely couldn’t place it on his waist. Looks like he has to carry the sword on his back.

“Well then, if you can swing it, show me! But of course, I don’t want you to just simply swing it. Swing it quickly and sharply, show me that this great sword can be used!”

Amou nodded in silence to Garm’s words, then suddenly reached his hand to the great sword, gripping the handle. He didn’t seem to put any special effort into taking it. Then, he pulled out the sword just like pulling out a normal sword, gripped the sword in both hands, inhaled, and slashed it at the same time.

*Swoosh*

The sound of a sword tearing through the air echoed in the warehouse. Amou then swung the sword again many times, as if to confirm it. The previous sounds were only sounded for the first few times, and it turned into louder and greater sounds, as the sword sharply cuts through the air.

“Umu. I’m surprised you could swing it that easily. Yosh, Amou. I’ve decided to give that greatsword to you.”

Saying that, Garm breaks into a smile. Amou then grabbed the sword with one hand and bowed to Garm, saying, “Thank you.”

It seems Garm was pleased with Amou to the point that he not only made the price of the sword cheaper, but he even made a leather scabbard so that Amou could carry the sword on his back. Eto also purchased two daggers for Kohaku, and one dagger plus a set of bow and arrows for Sorano at Garm Weapon Store. Although they could already bring back the items that were already put in the store, it seems that the rest of the equipment, including the ones ordered by Eto, will be available only in three days.

Kohaku can dual wield, and Sorano said she had mastered the dagger technique for close combat. The bow and arrow set was not a high-quality item, but due to budget, Eto told Sorano to endure it for a while. But since Sorano seems to be able to make her own bow and arrows as long as there is wood suited for it, Eto thought it may be a good idea to look for wood for making the bow and arrows if he had some money left. Eto was also interested in the bow and arrows made by an elf, after all.