Ch.14 Let's Charge Into The High-End Magic Tool Shop.

I follow Kai-san, the gatekeeper, around town.

Just inside the gate is the main street. Shops are lined up on both sides, some calling out to customers, and others closing early to prepare for their evening opening. Every shop seems to be well-attended and lively.

If I go a little further I come to a crossroads, and if I remember correctly there is a residential area on the left, and an area with guild-related businesses and government offices on the right, and if I continue straight I will pass a series of shops and eventually arrive at the mayor's house, which is quite large.

However, what worries me is the size of this town. Looking around, I see many unfamiliar stores.

Hmm. Maybe it's not just a case of me being reincarnated into the past.

It's more than that, like a parallel world? I feel like I'm close to the answer, but there's little to no proof.

Well, it's not like I have to go out of my way to know about it, so it won't be a problem.

But I can't help but notice it, Aren't everyone glancing at me too much?

Well, saying everyone is an exaggeration. There are people who didn't glance.

But to those glancing at me right now, what is it about me that interests you? Is it because I'm a fairy?

I'm sure other fairies come to this town quite often, you just don't see them that often.

It's still better than being stared at with their eyes wide open, though.

"It has walnuts in it and is delicious. I recommend it. And that was at a jewelry store."

While I was flying around looking at my surroundings, the guard at the gate was busy showing me around the town.

I can't remember them all because they introduced me to each building one by one. I remember that the picture on the sign indicates the store, but I don't remember anything else.

"And so it is. Ah, that is the magic tool shop that sells the magic sacks."

Kai-san, I think it would be better for you to look people in the face when you talk to them.

I'm grateful that he taught me, but I'm sure he didn't notice that there was so much information that I gave up halfway through, my face twisted, trying to remember everything.

Along the way, I looked around and found something that looked delicious.

Yeah, he's kind and gentle, but... I felt like there was something different about him. Like he was just a nice guy...

No, I'm not particularly looking for a romantic relationship, so let's leave it at that.

Anyway, thank you for bringing me to where I wanted to be.

It seems like this is a magic tool shop. The building seems to use a lot of black overall.

The sign reads "Sona Dias Magical Tools."

"So this is where they sell magic tools... Thank you."

Kai-san opened the door for me and I went inside. I couldn't open it myself so that saved me the trouble.

I'd like to solve this problem someday. If I'm traveling alone, it'll not be surprising that similar situations will arise in the future.

Maybe it would be easier if I learned something like telekinesis.

"Welcome. Welcome to Sona Dias Magical Tools."

As I entered the store, I bowed to the sales clerk who said this, and then proceeded to where the products were on display.

The interior is chic and suggests a place that sells luxury goods, with elegant music playing. ...Do I have enough money?

I went over to Kai-san's ear and whispered something.

"This place seems to sell expensive items, do you think I have enough money?"

"Magical tools are luxury items to begin with. But fairy-san's money totals 20,000 Monies. I think you can buy the smallest magic sack for around 2,000 Monies."

He pats the bag containing my money.

Or rather, they apparently gave me over 20,000. I forgot to ask that.

But if I have that much money to spare, I can certainly shop around with peace of mind.

I immediately take a look at the magic tools.

Cameras, fire starters, refrigerators, air conditioners... There are so many different types that it's hard to choose. Even though I don't need them right now.

"There's so many varieties, it's amazing... But no, no. I came here to buy a magic sack. Where on earth..."

As I was standing there, Kai-san came over and took me to the corner. He had been looking for it too, and had just found the magic sacks and called me over.

When I got there, I saw a variety of different sizes, colors, and shapes of them lined up.

But of course, I want something small and portable.

Looking ahead, it would be better to get a larger size that could hold monster materials, but that would make it difficult to carry. Even though the weight of the items inside would be reduced, the weight of the magic sack itself would not be reduced.

"Small is better after all."

I Hold the smallest one in my hand.

The material is some kind of monster skin. It has been expertly processed to give it a glossy, smooth brown surface.

It can be worn on the shoulder and opens and closes just like a bag... If I look closely, isn't this magic bag, not magic sack? There's one mixed in there.

The price is 3,500 Manny. It's not impossible to buy.

Originally, I thought it would be enough if I could get to enter the town by selling my leaves.

If I can carry it over my shoulder, it will be easier to carry.

The magic bag is about 8cm long and 10cm wide, it's definitely for fairies or spirits.

As expected from a high-end store, they seem to stock items to suit all races.

It seems so small for a human to make, I imagine it must have been very difficult. And yet, something so small was made so carefully, and I was amazed at how skilled the craftsmen were.

Anything less than this would be difficult for anyone other than a craftsman of a small race such as a fairy. I've never seen anything like that though.

"Okay, I've decided on this one."

"Oh, did you find something good? I'm glad you found something you like."

"Yes, this can be worn over the shoulder and won't get in the way when flying."

If I wear it diagonally it gets in the way of the wings so I have to wear it on one side, but if I do that I have to hold it with both hands while carrying it, so this is a really good product compared to the other magic sacks.

Another way to hold it is to hang the shoulder strap around my neck and bring the bag forward, which allows for stable flight and eliminates the risk of dropping it.

"Then I'll pay for the magic tool from this bag, is that okay?"

"It's okay. Thank you."

I left the payment to Kai-san, but kept an eye on him just to be safe.

Yes, he paid it and there was no problem.

As we leaves the store, the clerk sees us off, then we walk a little way before stopping and turning back to face him.

"Thanks to Kai-san, I was able to buy what I wanted. Thank you very much."

After saying thank you, I stroked the surface of the magic bag

It's light and expensive. I have to take good care of it.

If this body disappears , the magic bag will be left there, so I have to be careful, including not dying.

"No, there's no need to thank me. I was just showing you around. By the way, would you like me to put some money in that magic bag? If you open it, I'll pour it in."

"Yes, you're right. Let's do that. I'll open it now."

He is not my assistant. It's not his job to hold my bag or a rich man (meaning he's actually holding the money). (TL note : rich in JP is 金持ち (kanemochi) which uses the kanji for money (金) and holding (持))

Now that I've achieved my goal, I need to end everything here so that he can use his precious after work time to have some fun or something and get some good rest.

Even though his job is to protect the people, he is now on a break. This tour is an extension of his work.

Don't let me turn white into black.

Perhaps feeling a little embarrassed after expressing my gratitude, Kai-san suggested while scratching his cheek, and I turned the clasp to open the magic bag and turned it towards him.

Seeing this, Kai-san picked up the bag and poured money into it.

You're asking if it can fit the whole bag ? No, it can't fit something that big in there.

"This is the end."

"I'm grateful for everything."

"I'm glad I was able to show you around the town where I was born. It's a town I'm proud of. I hope you'll also take a look at the places I wasn't able to show you. It's wonderful."

"Oh, yes... I'll go later."

"Then I'll get going."

"Thank you very much."

I watch his back as he leaves. Kai-san has a strong love for his hometown, huh.

He was talking so fast at the end that my face twitched.

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Now, I can go and achieve my original goal. Getting the money isn't the end.

Next I need to go to the Mage's Guild and get taught appraisal magic.

I fly straight to my destination.

It didn't take long to get there, and I entered a building with a purple roof that was quite unsightly.

The entrance is a western door, so I enter through the open space at the top.

The inside is a decent size. There's a stall on the right, a board with extermination requests shared with the Explorer's Guild posted diagonally to the rightof that stall, a reception desk on the left, and a bar hall in front.

People around are watching me. Especially the players. What are they whispering about?

Anyway, first thing first, let's head to the reception to find the person I'm looking for.

"Welcome to the Mage's Guild. What business do you have with us today?"

"I want to learn the appraisal magic, is there anyone who can teach me today?"

"In that case... Ah, why don't you ask that person? He's a kind person with a lot of experience teaching beginners."

When I went to see the person I was introduced to, I found an old man dressed as THE Wizard surrounded by players.

He certainly seems kind.

For now, I'll wait for the players to complete their business and leave.

"Umm, ummm, please teach me appraisal magic too."

"Me too."

"Yes, yes, I'll tell everyone. Now, whoever has finished their business should change their place with someone else."

It seemed the other players around me had the same reason.

When the old wizard tells the next person to change places, the person who was surrounding them moves away and the next person takes over.

I peeked through the gap and our eyes met.

"Oh, that's unusual. Do you have business with me, fairy?"

This is the second time today I've had this strange experience.

It seems that when Grandpa said that, the other players noticed my presence.

"I came here to learn the appraisal magic."

"Oh, is that a real spirit?" "No, he said it was a fairy. Is it an NPC?" "So cute." "Is it a pet?" "It's not a monster, is it? Is it bad to kill it? I wonder what materials it drops." "Don't do it, you'll end up in jail."

"Maybe they're event characters?" "There's a race like that? I've never seen one before." "If we become friends, can we make them our allies?"

I answered the old wizard's question, but my voice was drowned out by the voices of the other players.

I'm not Prince Shotoku, so I couldn't hear everything, but I could tell that someone was saying something scary.

It's that person over there, with the player name Bloody Fireworks.

Even his name sounds scary. Does he specialize in PK? That's scary.

"Hey, hey, you shouldn't be so pushy. Move away."

Grandpa dispersed the crowd of players that had been crowding around me. Thank you so much.

Being surrounded by them like this makes me realize how small I am. Humans are huge. I wonder how many times bigger they are than my body.

"So, what business did you have with me?"

Apparently he hadn't heard my previous reply, so I stated my business again.

"Ah, yes. I came here to learn appraisal magic."

"I see. That's perfect. The other explorers have also said they want to learn, so I was just thinking about going outside and holding a study session."

"Do you want to come with me?" he asked, and I nodded without hesitation.

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〘Explorer's Guild〙

They accept requests from residents and others of any type, such as gathering, extermination, and protection, and post them on the many boards on the walls.

You can peel off the paper with the request you want to accept from the board and take it to the reception desk to accept it.

There are no conditions for accepting requests. However, since the requests are progressed in real time (game world), there are time and date limits for completion.

This guild is a facility that simply accepts requests, writes them down on paper, and posts them on a board, so it is not possible to join the guild.

Occasionally, there is a shortage of staff and they are hiring for receptionist positions.

〘Magic Tool Shop〙

A shop that sells products that can be operated using magical power.

It takes a lot of time and effort to make one product, and the materials used are carefully selected and of high quality.The skill of the craftsman is also important, so naturally the products they handle are luxury items.

However, there are some decent stores that don't go that far, but the effectiveness of their products is also limited.

〘Accessory items: Magic Bag〙

The bag version of magic sack.

By making it into a bag, it looks even more luxurious. It is a masterpiece that shows off the skill of the bag maker

It has the exact same functionability as magic sack.

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