Ch.86 After Being Refused, The Only Way is to Have It Custom-Made

So I headed to the other stores, but...

"I could just go to Nemor now, but it would be tiring..."

When I went to a second blacksmith in search of better armor, the first one refused because they weren't confident in making small armor, and the second one was cutting the high-end line, and even if I brought my own materials, the prices were too high for me to afford.

The first shop had practical armors showcased in the store, but the second shop had showcased finished armors that looked more decorative than practical, such as golden armor studded with diamonds and other gemstones, either single or multiple, or armor made entirely of crystals.

I don't know if it will work as a protection, but it looks worth the high price.

I searched in Marathos today, but it would be difficult to find what I want in the larger city like Nemor. I'll have to go another day.

"But compromising on it is not good either."

As I came to that conclusion, a certain scene flashed through my mind.

It reminds me of the nostalgic memories of eating and drinking at a bar with friends when I was playing this game in my previous life. I remember they were good at long-range attacks.

I realize something along with that resurrection of my memories.

"Huh? Does it even have to be armor?"

When I played the game in my past life, I only wore armor, so when I thought of protectivr gear, I thought of nothing else, but now that I think about it, I'm like a wizard. Robes or clothes with special effects would probably be a better fit.

It seems that habits, actions, ways of thinking from a previous life, things that are ingrained in our consciousness are difficult to change. We unconsciously end up thinking and acting in the same way.

Well, it'd be scary if those things will change immediately just because my body has changed, though.

"I wonder where they sell robes and stuff..."

I check the map, but there is no such marking.

If I had to say, the place where the mark of T-shirt is drawn is the most likely, but...

"That could just be a regular clothing store."

I've never heard of a T-shirt robe. It's not even a robe, it's a t-shirt. It's a different type.

If it's a store that sells armor for those who use magic or sorcery, the markings shouldn't be a T-shirt.

In other words, if it's not on this map, it's likely that there aren't any specialty stores in Marathos.

"I guess I'll give it a go."

However, I thought it might be available at a clothing store, so I decided to go and check.

I put the map away and head down the main street in front of the mayor's house.

"It's not here. Maybe it's beyond the square."

I forgot where the clothing store was on the map and continued walking while looking around.

I don't like flying with a delicate map that can be easily torn off because it's nerve-wracking. But it's also impossible to remember the location of each clothing store, because there are so many buildings and it's hard to find my way around.

So I took my time looking for stores in a tourist-like mood.

"...Phew...Phew... Haaah..."

As I continued walking, keeping my eyes on my surroundings, I heard a rough breathing sound from the front left. At the same time, I also picked up the sound of wheels rolling.

I let my mind wander and looked in that direction, and saw a girl pulling a food cart, the sound of its wheels echoing all around.

Her black twintail, held back with a white lace ribbon , was a little messy, probably due to sweat, with a few strands stuck to her cheeks.

As her hair sways, her ears adorned with piercings are peeking out, some with chains. There seemed to be at least five of them in each ear.

"Hmm...haah...phew... Huh, is that a fairy...?"

It's a cute white frilly ribbon made of thick fabric with a heart charm in the middle. There's also a plae pink ribbon attached to her pale pink one-piece. Only the collar and the sleeves are white.

On the bottom part, a frilly pale pink panty is also visible.

Actually, if I look closely, I can see that she's wearing black platform heels decorated with leather ribbons and jewels. It's amazing that she can stand tall in those.

Her luggage alone already looks so heavy, but the clothes hanging here and there make it look even heavier.

As I was thinking that those might be products she's selling, she turned towards me, as if sensing my gaze.

"Excuse my rudeness for staring. I thought it looked heavy."

"Ah, I see. Ahaha, this is really heavy. Fairy-san is right."

While holding the handle with her left hand, myachil♡-san takes out a small black handkerchief from her bag with her right hand and wipes away the sweat.

Her name starts with M and ends with a heart mark. The name that pops up in my head seems familiar, but maybe not...

"Have I met you somewhere before?"

"Hmm, I don't think so... Maybe we just passed each other somewhere?"

We passed each other by... We passed each other by? ...Oh, not just passing each other by, but that reminds me. Someone who helped me assemble a mixer at Nemor's Culinary Guild had a similar name.

I felt like I'd seen her name before, but I didn't recognize her face. If I'd never met this girl before, it must have been a case of mistaken identity.

"Sorry, I had the wrong person."

"There are a lot of people who do that, and some people do look similar. Don't worry about it."

That kind of thing happens sometimes, she says as she nods.

"I know this is a little late, but my name is Vester. I'm a fairy."

"My name is myachil♡. You don't need to read hearts."

"Nice to meet you."

"Nice to meet you."

When I held out my hand for a handshake, myachil♡-san grabbed it with her thumb and index finger.

"Do you run a shop, myachil♡-san? It seems you have a food stall."

The sign attached to the roof of the stall she was pulling read what appeared to be the name of the shop, "Paru Papillon." The meaning is unclear, but it also features a colorful and cute butterfly illustration.

"Yes, I started recently. I sell them in the square up ahead. But I'm not selling much."

"Is the thing hanging over there for sale?"

I asked myachil♡-san, who looked a little downcast. The clothes hanging on the stall were similar to the ones she was wearing.

There are normal clothes hanging there, but there are also clothes that appear to be for combat, reinforced with iron in key places so that they don't look out of place.

"That's right. I make them myself and sell them, but they're less rare than other people's, so no one buys them."

"Hmm? You make these yourself?"

"I couldn't find anything I wanted to wear, so I made them myself."

I was half-giving up, thinking it might be impossible to get protective gear in Marathos, and was thinking of going to a clothing store to look for some, but perhaps this is a good coincidence.

Maybe she has the one I'm looking for.

"Umm, myachil♡-san"

"? Yes?"

"Is it possible for you to make small armor or clothes?"

"A small size, is it? I don't think it's impossible, but... is it for yourself, Vester-san?"

"Yes. I need it to be quite small, but is that possible?"

"It's okay. you're asking for a custom-made one, aren't you? This would be my first time. I've never made anything small before, but if you're okay with it, I can make it for you."

For someone who has only made human-sized objects, making something that is a lot bigger or a lot smaller can be difficult because the method of making it is different. If you have never made one before, it can be especially nerve-wracking.

They say there is no success without trying, but if you are successful without trying, then there is no need to try something else. I can understand why one would think that. I can also understand the reasoning of the store that turned me down.

I'm also happy that she said she would accept custom orders. I'd like to ask her to make it, and I'll compensate for any mistakes she'd make.

"That's great... I'd love for you to try it. I was turned down by other stores, you see."

"Is it because it's difficult when you're small?"

"I think that's probably the case."

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〘Blacksmith Guild〙

A guild made up of people who manufacture weapons, armor, daily necessities, agricultural tools, etc.

People who love making things gather here, so there is always a lot of exchange of ideas. They are working hard every day to make everyone's dreams come true.

Conditions for joining: Possess one blacksmithing tool.

〘Job: Apprentice Blacksmith〙

Primary Job. A job that can be taken on by joining the Blacksmith Guild.

You will feel like you can make weapons, armor, everyday items, farm tools, etc. better than you could before you pick up this job.

There is a 50% chance that the finished product will have an additional effect, and the effect it has will be quite moderate.

When set as a job, it will give a slight bonus to HP, STR, and VIT.

Conditions for employment:

1. Own one blacksmithing tool.

2. Join the blacksmith guild.

〘Job: Apprentice Weaponsmith〙

A job derived from Blacksmith. A job that specializes in making weapons, with a 70% chance of granting additional effect to the finished weapon.

If you create something other than a weapon instead, the chance would drop to 0%.

When set as a job, it will give a slight bonus to HP and STR.

Employment conditions:

1. Be employed as a Blacksmith.

2. Have created 5 types of weapons.

3. Show the weapons you created to a guild employee and pass the aptitude test.

〘Job: Apprentice Armosmith〙

A job derived from Blacksmith. A job that specializes in making armors, with a 70% chance of granting additional effect to the finished armor.

If you create something other than a weapon instead, the chance would drop to 0%.

When set as a job, it will give a slight bonus to HP and VIT.

Employment conditions:

1. Be employed as a Blacksmith.

2. Have created 3 types of armor.

3. Show the armors you created to a guild employee and pass the aptitude test.

〘Occupation: Apprentice Armsmith〙

A job derived from Weaponsmith or Armorsmith.

A job that specializes in creating weapons and armor, with an 85% chance of the finished product having an additional effect.

Instead, crafting anything other than weapons and armor will not only have no effect, but will also have negative effects.

When set as a job, it will give a slight bonus to HP, STR, and VIT.

Employment conditions:

1. Be employed as a Weaponsmith or Armorsmith.

2. Have created 5 weapons of 3★ rarity and 5 pieces of armor of 3★ rarity.

3. Show the weapons and armors you have created to a guild employee.

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