CHAPTER 63 LOGHOLTS WEAPON SHOP

What are you doing after this, Merc?

Totoara rose after finishing her meal and inquired, her dimples visible in her smile.

Im not sure

You havent decided on anything? Then how about joining me to the Guild? Ill introduce you to my party while were at it.

Um I think Ill pass. I remembered that theres something that I must do.

Hm? What is that?

Merc put her hand on the wooden stick dangling around her waist as Totoara asked.

I think its time I finally change this fella.

It was right at this corner, right?

Merc was heading to a Weapon Shop that Totoara had pointed her to after saying their goodbyes at the inn. Mercs purpose was, of course, to buy an iron sword. She hadnt intended to buy a weapon in this city and intended to use her wooden stick until it broke.

The Guran had utterly crushed Mercs belief that as long as she covered her wooden stick in Mana, it wouldnt be inferior to any weapon purchased in a store.

Her wooden stick had failed to pierce through the Guran, who had emerged as the final challenge of the adventurer exam. It had barely managed to scrape its scales, never mind inflicting a wound.

The Guran internals, which were protected by its scales, had undoubtedly sustained a great deal of damage as a result of the wooden sticks strikes. But, if Merc had trouble defeating a Guran, what did it suggest for opponents with tougher scales, skin, or thick fur? She would likely be put in a difficult situation.

Merc couldnt turn a blind eye to that.

Even if its a sword from a regular store, as long as I cover it with Mana, my effectiveness should improve.

Merc pondered as she made her way to the Weapon Shop. As she walked something strange caught her attention.

Hm? What in the Why is this everywhere? That store too

Even though it was still early in the morning, the streets were bustling with people. Logholt, like Ende, lived up to its reputation as a major city.

The odd scenery that was emerging in front of her was the reason Merc had spoken what she had.

Similar flags hung from restaurants, general stores, and even clothing stores. When one took a closer look at them, they appeared to be virtually identical.

The Great Sage Buys Here!

Great Review by the Great Sage!!

The Great Sage For President!!!

What in the Is this a new religion or something?

What Merc was seeing astounded her.

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The Great Sage to whom all the flags alluded was most likely Astard, one of the Four Heroes. Which meant that Astard likely did shopping here. Was he really such a laid-back fellow?

The Kingdom of Sphinia, located northeast of the Lezau Duchy, was Astards home. Astard shouldnt normally be involved with the Lezau Duchys City, thus Merc was taken aback by the current scenario.

It was far too extravagant for the flags to be a ruse to attract consumers, and if they were, it would only negatively impact business. There was no chance that so many of the stores here didnt know that, Merc reasoned.

Furthermore, the people who came in and out of these establishments seemed completely unconcerned by the flags. They were going about their business as usual, paying no attention to them.

It was an odd sight to behold.

Oh well, no point in thinking about it.

Even though she was taken aback by this, Merc chose to ignore it and proceed to the store Totoara had recommended.

Even if Astard had arrived here, he would have most likely departed by now. Hes not the sort to linger in a place with which he has no business with.

Merc thought as she approached the Weapon Shop.

Huh? Here as well?!

Merc shouted as she noticed a flag placed on the right side of the entrance to the Weapon Shop.

The Great Sage Buys Here? No, no. This is going overboard. Hes a mage. Why would he need a weapon?! And its not like Weapon Shops sell wands

Weapons and equipment for swordsmen and warriors were normally sold in separate stores from those for magicians. Equipment for magicians could be found in stores known as Magic Shops.

Merc had even visited major weapon stores in her previous life, but she had never seen one offer hats or cloaks for magicians. It seemed obvious that Weapon Shops and Magic Shops were distinct.

Astard couldnt possibly have bought anything here.

Hm? Are you a customer? If youre one, then hurry up and go inside. Youre getting in the way by staying here.

Ah! Im sorry.

Merc, whose attention had been drawn entirely to the flag, abruptly turned around and apologized to the person who had spoken to her.

After Merc apologized to him, the middle-aged man who had called out to her spoke up, Oh My bad. How silly of me. Theres no way such a beauty would be a customer.

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He didnt seem to think Merc could be a customer based on her appearance. Merc, on the other hand, simply put her hand at her wooden stick showing it to him.

Do you work here? I want to replace this one with a proper sword. Could I have you show me around the inside?

What? So, youre really a customer? A replacement for this one huh Well come on in, Ill see what we can do.

After inspecting Mercs wooden stick, the man gestured for her to enter the shop.

When he entered, the man took a glance around before calling out to the young lad working at the counter.

Have there been any customers, boy?

Welcome back, boss. No, nothing. There were some that looked at the goods, but I wouldnt go as far as calling them customers.

I see. Well, its still early. Boy, go ahead and help this missy find a sword.

Huh? M-Me? Youre asking me to find a sword for this miss?

Thats right. Shes apparently finally giving up on her wooden stick, so come and help her.

The young boy emerged from behind the counter when the man, who seemed to be the shops owner, said that.

When Merc saw the boy, she unconsciously smiled.

Boss, theres no need. I can pick a sword myself.

Dont be stupid. What does a kid, whos only swung a wooden stick up until now, know about swords? Weight, length, materials Theres a lot of things you need to consider when buying a sword. And when I say weight, I dont just mean the swords weight as a whole. The weight of the swords blade and handle should be perfectly balanced. Youll be the one being swung about by the sword, not the other way around, even if the weight is slightly wrong. That also applies to its length. The length of a swords blade and handle can greatly impact how a battle unfolds

Thank you for the information, but, despite my appearance, Ive been wielding a sword for quite some time. I wont struggle finding one myself.

Merc said firmly, interrupting the shops owner, who had been speaking so proudly.

The boss got slightly irritated when his lecture was interrupted.

You say youve swung a sword for a long time, but it cant be any more than five years. Just how old are you?

Im 14.

14?

The boy was the first to respond in disbelief. However, as the shops boss glared at him, he quickly shut his mouth.

The shops boss crossed his arms and glanced down at Merc after glaring at the youngster.

Hmph! If youre 14, youve only had one or two years with a sword, let alone ten. Just how in the world is a young missy such as you going to find a sword?

Easy. By swinging one.

Mercs simple reply stunned the shops owner. When the shops owner noticed the light in Mercs eyes, he just smiled and replied,

Interesting. Have it your way then.

With that he gave Merc his approval.