Shop 24.1

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Chapter 24.1. Blonde Elf In The Wilderness

"I somehow managed it."

I sat down next to the warehouse and pulled out a cigarette. 

Inhaling nicotine deeply, the tense fatigue was expelled with the smoke, and I finally took a breath.

"Yes. Thank you very much."

On the other hand, Cherina sat on the spot, completely exhausted. 

It was natural; she had been tirelessly helping move bags weighing 10 kg each. 

The trick was simple: just purchase potatoes at the SHOP. 

During the initial conversation with the Pig King, I secretly added potatoes to the list.

'Potatoes (1 kg) = ¥300'

'Potatoes (10 kg bag) = ¥3,000'

Since we got 1 kg of potatoes, I tried ordering them in 10 kg bags, and it was easily approved and added to the list. 

It was fortunate that the bag cost wasn't added; perhaps the bulk purchase discount covered it. 

The coarse hemp bags were commonly used in this world, which was also convenient.

After explaining the situation in the warehouse, I had Cherina bring the money, and we kept buying and stacking. 

By the way, Cherina's expression upon her return with the money was quite amusing.

¥5,400,000 for 18 tons.

1800 bags were an absurd quantity. 

Initially, Cherina tried to get assistance from the store staff, but they refused. 

Revealing my abilities and, more importantly, identifying where the king's lackeys might be was not a good idea.

Cherina was amazing. Once she placed a bag, she stacked more bags faster than me. 

I could focus on purchasing. 

If I couldn't directly handle the products, stacking 1800 bags of potatoes would have been impossible.

The process was simple: take out bags with potatoes, Cherina straightens them, and then I take out more. 

If we had to carry the bags to the top of a mountain, we wouldn't have made it in time.

Cherina did her best, truly remarkable. 

Her aura conveyed that she would not yield to the Pig King.

Before facing the Pig King, I cleaned my clothes with the cleaning tool:

Cucumber tool

Kuuri-gu

By the way, with a proper image, I could have cleaned my clothes while wearing them. 

When Cherina saw the high-quality potatoes, she hadn't seen such quality before. So, I took precautions.

Seeing the Pig King's physique, it was clear he was a gluttonous pig. Hence, the ultimate delicious food strategy.

Although I couldn't invest much effort, I chose something easy to make. Since there was no potato butter, I went for that. 

Fortunately, the steamer was approved.

'Stainless Steel Steamer with Glass Lid (2-tier) = ¥5,600'

I immediately bought water and a steamer. 

My remaining funds is ¥1,369,280. 

Cherina covered the potato costs, so the balance was zero. 

Surprisingly, my divinity level didn't increase.

I had Cherina cover the offering to the Pig King, while the used items were stored in my container. 

Next time, let's make meat buns. 

I explained the process to the guild members and instructed them to treat the soldiers. 

I didn't mind teaching them the recipe, but I kept the steamer's details vague.

I thought I was overthinking, but this precautionary measure worked. 

Trying to induce the pig, who wouldn't budge even after seeing 18 tons of potatoes, to eat potato butter led to him easily retreating along with the potatoes.

So, I finally had a break.

"Well, I'll consider this a favor."

I exhaled with the purple smoke.

"Yes, I will definitely repay you."

"Still, I'm tired."

"I am too."

Well, that's understandable.

"Well, take your time to rest; I'm going home."

"Until tomorrow."

"... What?"

When I turned around slowly, she responded with a beaming smile.

"Oh, from today, you've become our consultant. There's a lot to do from tomorrow onwards; please look forward to it."

This amateur...

"Hey, at that time..."

"His Majesty will surely not give up. Rather, he may become more relentless. Only Akira-sama, who can outsmart His Majesty without fear, can be relied upon. Please."

She deeply bowed. I understand what she wants to say, but why me? There are plenty of talented people.

"Akira-sama's ability is unique. And only I and the shadows know about it. I am confident that only I can fully and secretly utilize this ability. 

It would be mutually beneficial, I believe."

Hagg knew about it too; it's hard to say. Is this a kind of threat?

"Well, using you does make business easier."

"Yes. Please make full use of me."

Mutually beneficial, huh? As a consultant, we can be together without arousing suspicion.

I see, this woman really can't be underestimated.

"I'll consider it a favor."

"I can't leave you until I repay both favors."

Women are truly demons!

This woman is scary!

Damn it!

I lit my second cigarette.

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