Isekai Nonbiri Sozai Saishu Seikatsu - Chapter 89

Returning with the accessory case in hand, I sat back on the sofa.

“I apologize for the wait. There aren’t many pieces, but these are the accessories I’ve recently made.”

“Wow!”

With those words, Nelge and Solange exclaimed in admiration as I opened the case.

“The items I sold last time were more accessible to a wide range of customers, but this time, I focused on designs aimed at women.”

Last time, being my first time selling at a market stall, I opted for safe designs that wouldn’t alienate any potential customers.

However, this time, since I intended to showcase them specifically to women, I boldly designed everything with that in mind.

Simple and elegant necklaces embedded with crystals, earrings resembling flowers found in this world, rings adorned with Dvorak’s aquamarines, and so on.

I made them taking inspiration from accessories for women in my past life and designs from Rosca.

The gemstones also give off a feminine vibe, with shades of light blue, jade green, red, and pink dominating.

“If you’d like, please feel free to take a closer look.”

“Of course…”

When I prompted, Solange and Nelge began examining the accessories that caught their eye.

“This necklace looks very elegant and versatile. And the crystal is so beautiful…”

“The design is completely different from the one Brother gave Mother, isn’t it?”

“Haha, he gave you that cross pendant, didn’t he?”

Considering that Nelge wears earrings themed after the moon, it’s likely that Solange received a cross necklace from her brother.

But even so, giving Solange that seems a bit off.

“Really, I wish Klaus would think a little more about what to give. It might become a problem in the future if he doesn’t find a suitable partner.”

The real issue is whether Klaus will ever find a suitable partner, but let’s not delve into that.

Surely, this is a matter concerning the Exior family.

“These earrings are modeled after Akasha’s flowers, aren’t they?”

“Yes, that’s correct.”

“To be able to sculpt such delicate petals with magic steel… Shuu-san, you’re truly amazing.”

“I’m flattered by your praise.”

The Akasha earrings were crafted through trial and error while observing actual flowers. They have more originality compared to other pieces, so receiving compliments about them makes me happy.

“Oh, this blue ring here is so beautiful. I wonder what material it’s made of?”

“I’ve never seen gemstones so translucent before.”

As expected of nobles, they’ve set their sights on the most eye-catching piece among the accessories.

“That one uses Dvorak’s aquamarine.”

“Dvorak!?”

When explaining the material used, Solange, who had been composed until now, let out a surprised exclamation.

“My apologies. I was just a bit surprised…”

“Mother, is Dvorak a type of monster?”

Seemingly unfamiliar with it, Nelge asked Solange with a puzzled expression.

“Well, yes. Dvoraks dwell in the mountains and are dangerous dragon species that adorn themselves with ores and gemstones as armor.”

“So, you’re using materials from such a creature. No wonder it’s beautiful…”

“Did you defeat it, Shuu-san?”

“Yes, well, it just happened…”

“I see. That explains Klaus introducing you to Mr. Lucas.”

It seems Solange knows about Lucas’s request.

She nodded in understanding upon hearing the story.

Well, it really did just happen. I never even thought about defeating it.

I want to make excuses, but it might come off as a humble-brag, and clearing up the misunderstanding would be troublesome, so I’ll just leave it.

“Indeed, when it comes to materials from Dvoraks, they’re not something you can buy easily.”

Ah, yeah, that’s true. I wanted to know the approximate value of the materials, so I had them appraised, and they were worth a lot.

I don’t have the capability to sell such large items, so it might be better to sell them to the lord of Grantel or a major jewelry store.

As I was thinking this, Nelge timidly asked,

“Shuu-san, besides this ring, is it possible to purchase something else?”

“Yes, of course. Which ones would you like?”

“All of them.”

“All of them? In that case, it would amount to at least three hundred gold coins, including my fee…”

I was puzzled by Nelge’s response, delivered with a smile.

This time, I used relatively good gemstones because I had the capital. Including my fee, it would indeed be over three hundred gold coins for all of them.

“Is that okay with you, Mother?”

“Yes. While a Dvorak ring might be tough for now, that much shouldn’t be a problem. So, please, all of them.”

“…V-very well.”

With Solange’s smile accompanying those overwhelming words, I instinctively nodded.

Perhaps being an accessory craftsman could provide a livelihood more reliably than being an adventurer.

Well, I do enjoy adventuring while gathering materials, so I don’t think I’ll give it up.

“Wearing Shuu-san’s accessories would certainly attract attention in high society.”

“Yes, it might even start a new trend.”

As I watched Nelge and Solange chatting amicably, I couldn’t help but think that they truly were nobility.

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“Shuu-san, how is my brother faring in Grantel?”

As we finished our transactions with accessories and took a breather, Nelge asked.

“Since Klaus-san and I are primarily adventurer and client, I don’t know much about his daily life…”

“Yes, your impressions as an adventurer are fine.”

I made a point of not being too intimate, but Nelge smiled knowingly.

“Klaus-san’s requests often involve intricate details, so even the adventurers in town struggle with them. Plus, he tends to go about things according to his own standards, which has made him somewhat famous among adventurers.”

“So he hasn’t changed much there either.”

Nelge chuckled, understanding the underlying meaning behind my words.

But Klaus isn’t all bad.

“He may seem a bit stubborn at times, but he’s not incapable of consideration. I believe he has a kind heart.”

At first glance, he might seem self-centered, but he shows gratitude and offers straightforward criticism when necessary, like with the Magic Bag incident.

For someone like me who’s still unfamiliar with this world, Klaus’s willingness to point out things without hesitation and speak his mind was quite appreciated, even though his manner of speaking can be a bit twisted.

“…I thought he might be leading a lonely life in Grantel because of his disposition, but I’m truly relieved to know that he has kind friends like you, Shuu-san.”

Solange’s face as she spoke these words showed genuine relief, truly reflecting that of a mother.

It seems she was quite worried about Klaus’s life in Grantel.

“That’s true. It was the first time he invited someone to the mansion outside of aristocratic circles, so I was quite surprised when I first heard about it in the letter. He must really trust you, Shuu-san.”

“I wonder… Perhaps it was just to introduce me to Lucas-sama,”

Klaus isn’t straightforward, and he rarely expresses such thoughts openly, so it’s hard to tell what he truly thinks.

“My brother dislikes interference from others, so even if he has motives, he wouldn’t go as far as inviting someone to stay at the mansion.”

Indeed, Klaus isn’t one to enjoy socializing much. Him inviting someone to a mansion where his family resides must be because he trusts you, as Nelge said.

Hearing this from his sister, Nelge, made me feel a bit more at ease.

“He may be awkward with socializing, but please continue to be friendly with Klaus from now on.”

“I’ll do my best to get along with your brother.”

Hearing the sincere words from Solange and Nelge, I realized that Klaus is loved, and I couldn’t help but feel envious of the concept of family.