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Are you the fairy from yesterday?

If it's you, you could tug my hair.

I won't hurt you.

Was it you who pulled my hair yesterday?

So that was you.

Did you eat the bread? Was it good?

That's wonderful.

I brought some cookies today. Would you like some?

Huh?

I want some.

Let's go downstairs then. I left them in my bag.

You can enjoy them here at your own pace.

I'll go clean the well outside.

But how do I even clean a well?

Eh…

Miss Fairy?

You did that?

Yes. I wanted to thank you.

Thank you for the cookies.

You really didn't bully me.

Miss Fairy, what's your name?

I'm Nina.

Your name is Nina.

I'm Kaede.

I'll be living here after finishing the cleaning.

Nice to meet you.

After becoming friends with Nina,

I was busy cleaning the house and preparing for relocation.

Time flew by in the blink of an eye.

POTIONS FOR SALE, 10 TAMIRU PER BOTTLE

Today marks my first day vending in the royal capital.

LEVEL UP FROM RICKFORNIA EDITION TO ROYAL CAPITAL EDITION

I'm fully prepared to welcome customers.

Only 10 Tamiru? That's economical.

May I take a look?

Certainly.

POTIONS FOR SALE, 10 TAMIRU PER BOTTLE Sold out instantly.

I'll use this money to pay the house installment.

Hello? Mr. Rick? Are you home?

Miss Rei isn't here.

Really? Are you completely alone?

Alright, I've received your 5,000 Tamiru.

You didn't need to rush the payment though.

You're not overworking yourself, right?

Not at all. This is from selling Potions at my stall today.

So you're selling Potions.

But truly, you don't need to strain yourself.

If anything happens to you,

Rei will kill me.

I… understand.

Just how terrifying is Miss Rei?

That's the situation.

I feel much relieved now that the full payment seems achievable soon.

What's this?

This is the home coin purse and the outdoor wallet.

What about that?

Oh this?

This is your bed.

How is it? Comfy?

Excuse me, I'm Kaede.

Oh, welcome!

Hello, I'm here to make another payment.

Thank you for always bringing it personally…

Come inside first.

Kaede, someone's targeting you.

What?

What do you mean 'targeting me'?

There's someone watching you from the building's shadow.

Anyway, I'll call Rei first.

Can you wait here?

You're calling Miss Rei?

Seems she's the only one you can rely on.

Now, until you confirm it's me,

don't open the door under any circumstances.

A girl carrying money around alone

is truly dangerous.

What if it's true?

What should I do if someone's really targeting me?

Kaede, are you okay?

Rick briefed me on the way here.

Then let's not waste time.

Could you walk home alone as usual now?

Wait, what are you saying?

I called you here precisely because it's dangerous for her!

Relax, I'll follow secretly from behind.

Aren't you too noticeable?

Your mere presence is conspicuous.

Can you really do dual tracking?

Naturally.

I only promise what I can deliver.

I'll go out first then.

Kaede, leave in three minutes and head straight home.

Don't act nervous or look around.

No matter what, maintain your usual demeanor.

I'm going now.

Are you sure this'll work?

She never promises what she can't achieve.

It should be fine.

Alright, it's about time.

Go now.

Huh? Has it been three minutes?

I know it's hard not to be concerned,

but remember to act as normal as usual.

Well then, see you later.

It's… it's okay.

Try to stay natural.

Stay calm. I'm almost home.

There was an extra set of footsteps.

Your business seems quite prosperous.

Why not share some profits with me?

No, this is…

What's wrong with you, brat?

Giving me some money won't kill you.

Don't you make plenty anyway?

I'm gonna get hit.

I'm sorry, Kaede.

You must be scared.

I'm fine.

I'll get this man out of here.

Kaede, you can head home first.

Huh? But…

Alright, hurry back now.

O… okay.

Kaede, what's wrong?

Nina.

Does anywhere hurt?

I'm not hurt.

Just got scared.

You were scared?

A bad guy attacked me today.

Bad guy?

Will he come again?

I don't know.

What should we do…

Kaede, it's Rei. Can you open the door?

This is a get-well gift.

Thank you.

So that man earlier…

You don't have to worry about him anymore.

Really?

But looking ahead, your situation remains concerning.

For now, let's have Asuru be your escort.

Huh? Asuru?

Until you save enough to buy a slave,

Asuru can accompany you.

Slave?

Though it's expensive,

in the long run it's cheaper than daily escorts.

You're still paying off this house. Money must be tight, right?

So until you save enough,

let Asuru help you.

I'll explain things to Asuru.

I'll take my leave now.

Okay. Thank you for everything.

It's nothing.

See you another time then.

I'm here.

Good morning.

Sorry.

I haven't finished preparing today's Potions for sale.

Let me help then.

POTIONS FOR SALE, 10 TAMIRU PER BOTTLE

What time do you usually sell out?

Sales have been steady lately.

Usually around afternoon.

U-um… I'll take ten bottles, please.

And also…

Are you by any chance Asuru the Dragon Hunter?

SOLD OUT

I'm your fan!

I deeply admire you!

Will you shake my hand?

It's been a while since I witness an elf's charm,

or a dragon hunter's charm?

Asuru, shall we go?

Okay.

-Thank you… -Thank you so much!

Before going home, I need to make a payment first.

Hello, Mr. Rick. It's Kaede.

Coming…

Hi… He is?

I see. You have an escort now.

I thought you'd buy a slave instead.

Let's hope no more scary incidents occur.

Exactly.

I'm almost done paying off the house.

Will you use your savings to buy a slave then?

Though everyone tells me to get a slave,

I don't really like the idea of slavery.

Alright, all payments are received.

You've worked hard.

If you encounter any issues later,

feel free to tell me anytime.

Thank you.

Finally paid off the house.

Thank you for all this time, Asuru.

What?

Listen…

I'll stick with you until you save up for a slave.

If I had to choose, I'd still prefer to hire an escort.

How much would it cost to hire you as an escort for a day?

I'd want at least 500 Tamiru per day.

If I work hard selling Potions, I should be able to afford that.

Is that enough?

There's no one to protect you when you're at home.

Kaede.

I don't mind staying with you a bit longer.

So think it through before you make a decision.