"Bussiness, huh? That's an interesting goal you set yourself up for." <Shana>
"Haha~ Well, after having this amount of Obnova flower, and knowing that I can make my own merchant company, I decided on it. However, there was a problem which was selling the Obnova flower itself. Since they are too omnipotent to sell by itself, even if at a high price, I hadn't register a merchant licence yet. Until the meeting with Albert and his desire to experiment on the Obnova flower. I took the opportunity to ally with him since it benefits us both. So now I'm quite satisfied." <Shin>
"Indeed~ seems like unexpected events lead you to what you want, huh?" <Shana>
"Well, whatever. It's a small step to the big picture." <Shin>
The group are currently strolling around the market in the nobles estate. Right now they had quite the free time. They decided to take a break from doing quest and just enjoy the capital. Ever since coming to the capital, they've been busy with all kinds of happenings.
After some leisure walk, they decided to have some desserts at a cake shop since Iris keep asking for it.
"Mmm! This cake is delicious~! Shin-Sama try some!" <Iris>
Iris took a spoonful of cake and fed it to Shin, which he happily ate. Shana also did the same after seeing Iris did it.
With the intimate and romantic atmosphere they made, other people in the shop began staring at them. Some were hateful gazes, and others were jealousy. Coming from both men and women.
Shin then remembered something which he forgot to inform his wives.
"Oh yeah, I got a message this morning. It was from the merchant guild receptionist, she said that Fortuneprise agreed to meet us in regards to the Obnova flower we wanted to sell. The meeting will be tomorrow afternoon." <Shin>
"That was fast. I guess they're very interested in it." <Shana>
"They should be. It's something that even the top merchant company can't get their hands on easily. I assume they will do whatever it takes to get it." <Shin>
"Then, will you be selling it, Shin-Sama?" <Iris>
"Will see. If the price they're willing to buy is satisfying, then I might consider selling it. I mean, we have a lot of it, but they don't know that. However, they're definitely not going to accept no as an answer." <Shin>
"You think they're going to use force to get what they want?" <Shana>
"Highly likely. But I'm fine with it. They can try to, I'm happy to entertain them. However, I have something to ask them first though. That's why I hope they're not going to cause any trouble until then." <Shin>
"Ask what?" <Iris>
Iris continues to enjoy the cake in front of her as she talk to Shin.
"About the guy I saw which seems to be from their company. If he does belong to them, like a family member or close aide, I might be looking to hire him to manage the merchant company I'm planning to make." <Shin>
"Ah~ That sounds great! ...Mmm! This cake is really delicious! I'll go buy somemore!" <Iris>
After finishing her 2nd cake, she got up and went to buy another one from the counter.
"If he is what you think he is, then that makes your goal more easier to achieve." <Shana>
"Yeah. That would be the case." <Shin>
Shin drank the remaining coffee in his cup and then got up from his seat.
"I have something that I want to check out alone. So I'll be going first. You two have access to my bank, so do whatever you want. If there's anything you want just buy it." <Shin>
While Shin was talking, Shana just stare at him with a questionable look.
"Where're you going? You're not bringing us along?" <Shana>
Shana gave Shin such questions.
"I'm just checking something out, trust me. If there's nothing, I'll be back by sundown." <Shin>
Shin then left his wives and went somewhere.
"Hmm..." <Shana>
Shana remained staring at shin with the same expression until she could no longer see him. After a while, Iris came back with a plate of cake with her.
"Eh? Where did Shin-Sama go?" <Iris>
"Shin said that he has something to do. So now it's just me and you. He told us to go have some fun and buy anything we want." <Shana>
"Oh. Did Shin-Sama tell you what he's doing?" <Iris>
"Nope! He didn't. He only said he will return by sundown if there's nothing." <Shana>
"Alright. If Shin-Sama doesn't want to, then it's fine. Shin-Sama definitely won't do something to hurt us. Anyways here! This is a different cake, let's share together!" <Iris>
"Oh? Hope it's just as delicious as the others. And by the way, you shouldn't eat too much, if you do you'll-" <Shana>
"Yes, Yes! I know! Jeez Shana-Sama, you don't have to be so mean. This is my last one, okay!" <Iris>
"My bad." <Shana>
The 2 girls enjoyed the cake together. After they were done, they left the place to go and buy whatever they want, since Shin told them to.
They decided to look around at the shopping district of the nobles estate.
"What should we get first? I've never gone shopping before so I don't know what I should be looking for." <Shana>
Since Shana is a goddess, she has no concept of shopping. The only piece of outfit she ever has was the one she is weaing right now. It was what she took interest in when she was observing the world Shin came from. It's a cute seifuku that she found attractive. She wore it ever since.
"How about some dresses? The clothes Shana-Sama is wearing is cute, but a girl should own other clothes so that she can look different every now and then." <Iris>
"Clothes, huh? Alright. Can Iris teach me more about clothes? Also help me pick which suits me?" <Shana>
"Of course! I would love to help! Let's go get some and then surprise Shin-Sama! Let's see... What about that shop? Come on!" <Iris>
Iris got excited at the thought of going shopping and buying clothes. Even more than that is showing it off to Shin and seeing his reaction.
Iris grabbed onto Shana's hand and pulled her to one of the clothes shop nearby.
...
While Shin and the rest were away, Maya and Misomi stayed at the mansion. Right now they are having tea in the garden at the back of the house.
The garden wasn't all that impressive. There were only a few patch of flowers growing and it is of only one kind. There isn't any decorations put out as well. Though the bush are neatly cut.
At the center of the garden is where the two were seated. It's a simple garden table and chairs.
"Hmm... I'm planning to decorate the garden a bit. Add some other kinds of flowers and maybe buy decorations to make the garden prettier. Of course if Shin allows it that is." <Maya>
"Well, Shin-Sama probably wouldn't mind." <Misomi>
"That's true. I'm also planning to go and take a look at RamenSuki." <Maya>
As soon as Misomi heard the name of that place, she became concerned.
"Why!? Just forget about that place, Mother! It's definitely him that plotted such thing to you. If you go there again, I'm sure they will try something again if they see that you're well." <Misomi>
"Even so, I still want to know how the restaurant is doing. It's where my dream prospered." <Maya>
"..." <Misomi>
Misomi couldn't reply. She didn't know what else to say that will change her mother's mind. Even when there could be danger, Maya still intends to go there.
"Please understand... I won't go in. I'll just have a look from the outside, will that ease you a little?" <Maya>
"...Okay." <Maya>
An awkward silence was created between them. Maya brought up a different subject to break the silence.
"Enough about me. Let's talk about you now. I want to know what you think about Shin." <Maya>
"Shin-Sama? He's a very nice person. He has help me with my problems and I'm very grateful to him. I guess he's also strong, considering that he has the Legendary Cursed Sword with him." <Misomi>
"I see... That's good to hear. Then, do you like him?" <Maya>
As soon as Maya brought up such question, Misomi quickly turned to look at her mother with a flustered face.
"L-L-Like him!? What are you saying, Mother!?" <Misomi>
"Exactly like what it means. Don't you have feelings for him?" <Maya>
"Feelings... Well, I do admire him. But if you're asking me if I like him, then... I don't know..." <Misomi>
Misomi went quiet. That question sent her into a daze. Thinking hard whether she really likes him.
"L-Let's say I do... But I doubt he would like someone like me. I'm just a plain girl. I'm not as beautiful as Shana and Iris. If anything, I don't see how he would like me." <Misomi>
"You forgot something." <Maya>
"?" <Misomi>
"You have your cooking skills! Didn't Shin say he likes Ramen? And that it's his favourite food? Then that's good enough for him to like you. Boys likes girls who can cook! If so, then he will undoubtedly like you back. I'm certain! Nonetheless, if you truly like him then you should just tell him. Don't be afraid to do it!" <Maya>
"You say like it's so easy... I'm just not confident..." <Misomi>
"You must be! I mean look at him, he already has two wives. Doesn't that mean he's willing to take in more? He's help you so much already, that could mean that he's trying to get close to you, right?" <Maya>
"Uuu~ Maybe. But why is mother urging me so hard to be with him? Does mother like him also?" <Misomi>
"Of course mother likes him. Definitely not in that way. I'm just thankful to him for saving my life. That's why I want to give my daughter to him as a thanks." <Maya>
Maya laughed teasingly as she said that to Misomi.
"Mother!? How could you! That's-" <Misomi>
"I'm joking~" <Maya>
Maya quickly said it was a joke before Misomi start getting angry.
"Honestly, I just want you to be happy. You've been staying by my side for over 5 years already. I feel like it's time for you to have your own fun. Shin is an adventurer, right? If you're with him, you can go on one as well. He can even protect you." <Maya>
"Mother..." <Misomi>
Misomi felt very touched. She was happy that her mother was thinking about her. Now that her mother is well and she can live comfortably in this mansion in the capital, she can start parting with her mother and find her enjoyment and fun.
"It's not like you don't like him, right?" <Maya>
"No..." <Misomi>
"Then that's enough for you to like him. If your heart says it is, then follow it. Just don't regret anything. I'm speaking from my experience." <Maya>
"..." <Misomi>
Misomi quietly listens to her mother's words, while trying to understanding the feelings in her heart.
"Whatever it is, it's your own life. You decide what you want to do. As your mother, I will always be by your side. If you ever need help or advice, just come and ask me, okay?" <Maya>
"Yes... Thank you, Mother." <Misomi>
"You're welcome, darling. Now then, shall we get back in? Let's start thinking of what to make for dinner. They should be back by then." <Maya>
Maya and Misomi cleared the table. Bringing the cups and utensils back into the mansion.
Later that evening, only Shana and Iris returned. The four had their dinner without Shin.
Misomi who thought that she could find some answers for the feelings in her heart if he saw Shin, wasn't able to.
Author's Notes:
(Just want to say that I'm really thankful to everyone who continues to enjoy and read this novel. If you've been reading this far, that means that yall survived the very first arc, right? I mean when I re-read the beginning of this novel, I came to understand how cringy and 'yucks!' it went. In my opinion, the flow was terrible and a lot of things were exaggerated. It was quite horrible to read. Of course yall should understand that it's my first novel, so it can't be help that it was awfully bad xD in all honesty, much appreciation!)