Chapter 23

"Now that we've finished the extermination and collected the beaks, we should go and get the certificate from the client."

"That's right. By the way, who is the client?"

After defeating the Wyvern Warrior, we returned to town using the beacon. Of course, we had to retrieve the beacon upon our return. We obtained the beak, which was part of the delivery, so we should head over to deliver it right away. The beak of the Wyvern Warrior was slightly reddish, unlike the yellow ones of the other Wyvern Warriors. We also collected the beaks and swords of the Wyvern Warriors that got caught up in the battle.

"Let's see, it's someone named Pola from Gantz's Equipment Shop."

"I wonder what they'll use a Wyvern Warrior's beak for."

Indeed, what would an equipment shop owner use this for? Come to think of it, I've never been to an equipment shop before. I'm curious about how much difference there is between Gacha-produced items and regular ones. I wonder if I can check the stats after equipping them.

"Welcome! Welcome to Gantz's Equipment Shop!"

After asking passersby, we arrived at Gantz's Equipment Shop, a decent-sized building with a sign depicting a sword and shield. Inside, the store was lined with weapons and armor, and there were sturdy bags and items for adventurers, which were more robust than those in the general goods store.

As soon as we entered, a young woman with blonde hair greeted us energetically. She was beautiful and seemed very friendly. Indeed, there are many good-looking people in this world. I doubt this girl is Gantz, with such a tough-sounding name, right?

"What kind of equipment are you looking for today?"

"Ah, no, we're here to deliver the items we were commissioned to bring."

"Commissioned items? ...Ah! Dad! The items for the commission have arrived!"

When we said we were here to deliver the commissioned items, she shouted loudly to the back of the store.

"Really!? ...But you're E-rank. If you're joking, go home."

"Dad! It's rude to treat them like that when they've come all this way! I'm really sorry for my father's rudeness!"

"Oh, no, it's fine."

Soon, heavy footsteps approached, and a bald, tough-looking man came out. This is her father... they don't look alike at all. Still, it seems we're being doubted here. I guess we need to be of a certain rank to be trusted.

"So, you really brought the Wyvern Warrior's beak?"

"Yes, is this the correct one? Please check it."

"Wow! It really is the Wyvern Warrior's beak! Look, Dad, check it out!"

When I handed her the Wyvern Warrior's beak, she was overjoyed. From her reaction, this must be Pola.

"Wow, you really brought it... I'm sorry for doubting you."

"Well, as you said, we are E-rank, so it's understandable."

It's understandable. The extermination rank is B. They didn't see yesterday's match, it seems.

"I see... Thanks for taking on such a request. It's a cheap commission, but 50,000G is actually a bargain."

"Um, it just happened to align with our situation... something like that, yes."

50,000G... that's one-tenth of our reward this time! If I take on more requests, I should consider the price. I don't want to cause a market collapse and be hated. Still, it feels good to see them so happy.

"Thank you so much! It's like a dream to think we could actually get it..."

"Um, if I may ask, why was the reward so low?"

"Uh..."

Pola, who was admiring the beak, made a strange sound in response to my question. What's going on?

"Ah, well, you see. My daughter here made the request on her own. She didn't have the money, so she made this ridiculous request. She really wanted it, so I left it up for a while, but I was thinking of canceling it soon."

"But... I really wanted to make a Wyvern Warrior's beak necklace..."

She blushed and fidgeted. She's so cute. Well, it's understandable. Her father probably couldn't be strict with her. 50,000G seems to be a significant amount in this world, not something to be spent lightly. Still, I wonder what a beak necklace would look like...

"Well, I'm glad I could help. Um, can I get the certificate now?"

"Oh, right. Please wait a moment."

The atmosphere became awkward, so I changed the subject. Pola hurried to the back of the store.

"Still, you have quite unusual equipment."

"Is that so?"

After she left, and with nothing else to talk about, her father spoke up.

"Yours is particularly unique. Is that a pot lid? Why are you using something like that? How about I give you a good shield as a thank you?"

"This lid is actually quite hard. But, if you insist, I'll take it."

"Sure, how about this one?"

"It's... quite heavy. Thank you."

He seemed to be concerned about the reward amount. Since he offered a shield for free, I decided to take one to check its performance. He picked up a round shield from the display and handed it to me. It felt a bit heavy compared to the pot lid I was used to.

"Can I see the knight's sword? As a professional, I'm curious about unique swords."

"Hehe, sure. It's my pride and joy!"

I had been glancing at Noelle, and it seemed he was curious about her sword. Noelle proudly handed her sword to him.

"What is this... I've never seen anything like it. The blade is magnificent, the feel... and this lightness. Where did you get it?"

He drew the sword from its sheath and examined the silver blade from both sides. He seemed captivated by the Regal Elytra, stroking the blade with enthusiasm. It looked like he was in a trance, which made me a bit uneasy.

"Ah, that's... a bit of a story."

I couldn't tell him it was a Gacha-produced weapon. Like Estelle's staff, it would be highly coveted by those who knew. Still, since it's specialized for her, others wouldn't be able to use it to its full potential.

"No, I'm sorry. If you can't answer, that's fine. But, it might be best not to show it to others. It could be better than even the drops from the dungeon bosses if properly appraised."

"Really?"

"Yes, even the appearance alone would make people want it. Take good care of it."

"Hehe, it's embarrassing to have my sword praised."

Do dungeons have bosses? And appraisals... they might show the stats. I've gained some valuable information. Her father returned the sword to Noelle, who blushed and smiled awkwardly. She seemed pleased to have her sword and shield praised.

"Do you make the weapons in this shop?"

"Half of them are made by me, and the other half are drop items from monsters that I've refurbished."

"Oh, you also buy back equipment?"

The walls of the shop were lined with axes, swords, and various other items, some wrapped in unknown leather. It seems the drop items from monsters are used as equipment. They also buy back items. I might try selling some Gacha-produced R items here.

"Can you buy this?"

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● Bone Knife

Attack +100

Attack Speed +15%

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I took out an R item from the Death Festival. It's too weak to use, but it's a waste to throw away.

"A bone knife. It's quite good quality... how about 20,000G?"

"If you can buy it for that, I'll take you up on it. I have more, so I'll bring them next time."

"Sure, I'd be happy to buy such high-quality items."

Really? I feel a bit guilty, but if this is considered high quality, I'll consider selling R items here in the future. I don't want to sell SR or higher items, though.

"Sorry, I took a while."

Just as we finished the transaction, Pola returned with the documents. This concludes the commission. Still, equipment... oh, it's been a while since the last Gacha campaign. The next one might be coming soon... I should start collecting magic stones early.