Chapter 314 (Self Edited) Accompanying for the Empress Errand

It was quite sudden when Victoria mentioned those words.

When Soma and Aina got used to seeing Victoria and the people interacting with smiles, probably after walking in the royal capital this far, Victoria put her hand on the mouth as if she remembered something.

She asked whether they could accompany her for her business.

And right now, Soma and Aina were coming to that place.

Hmm so, do you have something to do here? (Soma)

Hmm. Shouldnt it be the case? (Victoria)

Thats how it feels when we were told so. Im wondering what kind of business you have in this weapon shop. (Aina)

Yes, it seemed that Victorias business was in a weapon shop. There were swords and spears lined up in front of the shop, and it didnt look any different from other shops.

However, needless to say, Victoria was the empress. It should be called a first-cla.s.s store. It was unlikely for her to visit herself.

Even though they were surprised, it wasnt too much of a surprise because they have seen Victorias words and actions so far. Speaking of normal, it wasnt normal for an empress to go out around the capital and interact with people intimately. So, there would be no big difference if one or two weapon shops were added to the list of visits.

And while they were thinking of that, Victoria approached the weapon shop. There was no hesitation in her footsteps and when she reached the door. As soon as she opened it, the inside became clear.

But there wasnt much to mention. In addition to swords and spears, various weapons such as bows and axes could be seen, but still, it was normal for a weapon shop.

Other than that, there was a wooden counter in the interior part of the room and a man was sitting behind it. The dark-skinned and strong person, who could be seen at a glance as the shop owner, was looking at them with keen eyes.

Hmmph what? I was thinking who was it, so its you, Your Majesty. What kind of business do you have here? (??)

The tone of the man wasnt polite at all even though she was the empress. It was the same like other people earlier. It was still a tone that they wouldnt believe for a person to talk in that way with the empress, but at the same time it was different. Soma listened to the words and watched the mans actions. He tilted his head because it felt different.

There had been people with similar tones. There were people in the capital who seemed to be worse than this mans words, such as being blunt or rugged.

However, no matter what kind of tone they had, it contained intimacy. More importantly, there was a smile on everyones face.

However, the mans words didnt contain any intimacy, and there was no smile on his face. It was natural to be skeptical Soma reflexively turned his eyes toward Victoria.

He thought that she might be angry. The man had a craftsman-like att.i.tude, but whether it would be allowed or not, that would be another matter.

Soma thought that it might be necessary to stop here in case of an emergency. He blinked his eyes several times to see the scene projected in his vision. This was because Victoria was showing a different appearance from what he had expected.

If Soma wasnt imagining things, her appearance of biting lips seemed to be sad.

However, he could only see it for a few moments. After the blinking was over, the only appearance there was the smile that he had started to get used to. It was a very short moment that had ended to the point it seemed like an imagination.

Aina didnt seem to be confused, probably because she didnt see it. Perhaps, Soma was really imagining things, but that wouldnt be the case. Even if he saw hallucinations, he had no reason to see them.

Anyhow, there wasnt enough information to mention it, so there was no need to think about it now. While wondering what it was now, Soma decided to watch their conversation.

Hmmph, what are you talking about? In the first place, dont you think theres only one reason why people want to go to a weapon shop? (Victoria)

Certainly, youre right. Tsk if I could make something that I was satisfied with, I would have delivered it already. Since I dont have it now, I hope you understand what I mean. (??)

Hmm (Victoria)

Apparently, from the conversation, Victoria was asking for a weapon or something here. But the man hadnt finished it yet, so she came to check for the progress or perhaps, she was going to remind him about it.

Ive told you before, right? I didnt come to remind you. Since I came nearby, I just thought about it. Well, if possible, I would like to see the progress of the process. (Victoria)

I dont mind if you look at it, but I dont know if you wont be discouraged. I havent started your request yet. (??)

I see. Look, if you have it, its fine if you show it. Then, I definitely want to see it. (Victoria)

Tsk. Wait here. (??)

As soon as the man said so, the man stood up and went to the back.

It looked like he didnt bother about Soma and Aina well, they didnt have anything to do anyway. So, there was no problem. It might be a problem as a person who did business, but that wasnt something that Soma needed to be aware of.

Leaving that aside

I have a question. Are you asking him to make a weapon or something? (Soma)

Hmm? Well, yes, but does it seem to bother you? (Victoria)

What? Arent the weapons displayed here amazing? (Aina)

Hmm Im sure that Im interested in the weapons on display, but my concern is something else. (Soma)

Something else? (Aina)

The weapons on display here are generic for the empress. (Soma)

To be honest, rather than a dedicated store for the empress, it was for all kinds of people. Even if the weapons were used for the ordinary soldiers, the empress should be given a better one. Therefore, what was displayed here must be for those who had just become adventurers recently.

So, what about it? Im not sure whether the weapons are amazing or not, but it doesnt look strange, right? (Aina)

No, what the Demon King is saying is correct. Surely, what is displayed here is only good for its look. It looks good to those who hold it, but it wont be usable in actual battles. (Victoria)

Hmm are you asking for my opinion while understanding that fact? (Soma)

Of course. In the first place, you misunderstand it. But you can understand that by looking at whats coming. (Victoria)

It was almost at the same time when Soma tilted his head, wondering what he misunderstood, and the man returned.

A spear was held in his hand, but it was obvious that it hadnt been completed yet. The build was too clumsy. Furthermore, the tip was warped. It might be better to say that this was a failed work rather than an incomplete work.

However, Soma was convinced about something at the same time. It was about his misunderstanding.

This is how it is now. Like what Ive said earlier, Im not sure whether Your Majesty will be discouraged or not. (??)

No, no. As for me, this is within my expectation. Dont you think so too? (Victoria)

I suppose so. I see Are the weapons on display something that was struck by another person? (Soma)

Apparently, that was the case. He couldnt think of anything else when comparing the skill that he could feel by looking at the spear and the weapons on display.

At first glance, this man was rather a craftsman than a businessman, so that was why he misunderstood it. Soma didnt consider that the man was selling something that he didnt make.

Hmm I still have a long way to go. (Soma)

Hmm say, is that spear so great? Honestly, it looks like a failure to my eyes. (Aina)

Well, its actually a failure, you know? It is what it is. However, I dont think that it will end here. (Soma)

Hmm I dont really understand, but in short, its promising? (Aina)

Yes. At least, its worth the time that the empress is visiting here. (Soma)

However, at the moment, the spear was only up to that degree. At least, Soma didnt think that he wanted to have a new weapon.

That was because he already had something that he was satisfied with.

Haa? Whats that? I thought Your Majesty came here alone. Dear me, if so, say something from the beginning (??)

Apparently, he didnt notice Soma and Aina from the beginning. When the man looked at them with astonished eyes his movement stopped at some point.

Soma immediately knew what caused it, partly because he predicted it would happen. The moment the man saw Somas sword on his waist, he stopped his movement as if he had been struck by some tremendous shock.

And then

S-say you that sword, can I borrow it for a while? Can you show it to me? (??)

The man said it with a trembling voice.