CH 236

‘Why is business doing so well these days? Maybe it’s because the store just opened.’

Even though it was almost closing time, I tilted my head as I looked inside the store, where there were still many customers.

‘It’s really welcome to have a lot of guests, but it’s a little disappointing that I can’t see Jake often because I’m busy, even though I’ve come close to Jake.’

In fact, I didn’t want the business to go very well from the time I settled down in front of the Magic Tower.

At first, I was planning to gradually increase the number of customers by making small regulars with close friends, and then promoting them to the regulars.

But this really was a boom that went way beyond expectations.

Because I had been busy preparing the store for several months, I had not been able to attend any gatherings or banquets.

However, from what I heard at first glance, it seemed that Ninaina had shown off the things I made at the tea party.

‘Then, is this popularity thanks to Princess Ninaina?’

Shaking my head, I thought.

‘Good things are good.’

I’ll have to repay Ninaina in a small way later.

Eventually, I hung up the closed sign board after receiving a reservation for a neck pillow from the last customer.

“Oh no, I’m late.”

“My Miss said she really wanted to buy ribbons from this store……. What a bummer. I need to come back on Monday.”

Even after I finished closing up, there were sometimes customers who came without knowing the business hours, so I had to send them back with a sorry heart.

“Whoa, that’s all for today!”

After meticulously wiping every single speck of dust off the counter and floor, I stretched out and celebrated the end of the day.

It was a bit disappointing to see the empty store that was crowded just a few hours ago.

‘I’m getting lonely for no reason. But well, the guests will come again next time.’

Tomorrow and the day after tomorrow are regular shop holidays.

I wanted to go on a family trip with my parents after a long time, but…….

Eventually, I realized that the two of them already had schedules, so I shook my head.

‘I’m glad Mom and Dad are healthy. Their passion still looks like they are in their 30s.’

There are nobles who hand over the title of head of the household to their heirs early on and spend their old age, while there are also nobles who still focus on government affairs even when they are old and in good health.

And my parents are the latter.

‘It will take a long time for me to inherit the position of Marquis. It’s nice to be able to open a shop like this thanks to them.’

As the only daughter and sole heir, I learned early on about family management in order to become the future Marquis.

It reminded me of the days when I was so busy going to the academy and taking successor education in my spare time.

However, there was still a long way to go before becoming a Marquis, so in the meantime, I decided to make my small dream come true.

‘Rather than that, I think I’ll have to hire some staff soon after this holiday is over.’

Right now, I am only accepting custom orders for handmade items, excluding ready-made items, so I was good enough on my own.

Although there was a downside that it took a long time, despite such a shortcoming, many guests were making reservations.

However, I was worried because I thought it would be better to prepare stock in advance so that customers can see and buy it in person rather than making an order.

‘Anyway, these days, I’m the only one running the store.’

I was a little proud of myself, but I felt regretful because I seemed to be paying less attention to other things.

I want to spend more time with Jake, too.

“Emir. I’m here to pick you up.”

“Oh, Jake!”

Just then, Jake arrived, so I got up and greeted him.

Jake said with a laugh.

“How have you been today?”

“Well, of course. Good business. You have to come during the day to see a lot of customers.”

“I know. Even at the Magic Tower, passersby were talking about your store. It’s a new store, but it’s popular. I’m jealous.”

For some reason, Jake seemed to be getting a little sullen as he said the last word, but my interest was on the other side of his words.

“What? Really? My shop was in talks among even wizards. It’s amazing.”

Wizards are seldom interested in anything other than their own interests.

And that interest was usually magic research.

Most of the wizards I saw at the academy were like that, the only exception being Jake.

If rumors spread even to such wizards, I think it must have been really successful.

“Well, if you’re happy, that’s fine. More than that, Mir. Is the store closed tomorrow?”

“That’s right.”

“Then why don’t we go on a trip together?”

I widened my eyes hearing Jake’s sudden suggestion.