Chapter 3 - 9 My Home My Life – The cause is ......

Suddenly, beast-eared girl with a fluffy tail appeared in front of me.
What a lot of exposure, it's like she is at the beach in the middle of summer.
Certainly, both navel-gazing tube tops and short pant are good outfits to accentuate her neckline, breasts and thighs.
And a healthy tan on top of that is a high point in my opinion.
And also, that thing. I love the fact that the top button on the short pant is unbuttoned!

“Master-sama?　What are you looking at?” (Wendy)
“I AM NOT SEE ANYTHING......” (Itsuki)

I heard cold-hearted voice!
There's a Hannya behind that smile!
No, but, look. You'll see.
She's dressed like that after all.
You'll see healthy thighs and stuff like that.

“If you want to just watch, feel free to do, you know?　Go ahead and take a look to your heart's content!” (Beast-eared girl)
“I know, right!” (Itsuki)
“There are many kinds of oils. I can explain it to you in 1000 Nord if you want!” (Beast-eared girl)

Oh, you're dealing thing like that.
I lose word to react.

“Oh, you're a slave too” (Wendy)
“That's right!　So please don't take the job of explaining things-tsu” (Beast-eared girl)
“I understand. Very well, then, Master. First, please pay her 1,000 Nord” (Wendy)
“Yup?　I'm sorry, but I'm not sure I'm catching up, can you explain this to me?” (Itsuki)

Will people pay just for an explanation?
Does having a slave standing in front of the store charge extra for an explanation?

“If a slave is employed by the shop, no other slave is allowed to take the job of explanation. The slave contributes to the shop's sales and uses 10% of it to repay the shop. The money is a top priority to pay back, so I have to earn my lunch money and other money at my job to explain!” (Beast-eared girl)
“Hmm?　No way. Your owner guarantees you a meal, right?” (Itsuki)
“No, I've probably never met her, but I think she was sent by Yashisu's shop. With a request to be sent from a merchant, she doesn't have to take care of the food in exchange for the money she gets from explanations, etc., she can keep it for herself” (Wendy)

She gets to choose whether she gets the money to do what she wants or she can guarantee her lunch.
So, this girl has chosen to have more money at her disposal.

“Oh, you're a former slave of Yashisu-sama?　I have become a slave because I couldn't pay the fines recently” (Beast-eared girl)

I see. So she doesn't know Wendy either.

“By fines, do you mean debt slave?　That's not a crime” (Itsuki)
“Of course, there are minor crimes in this world!　Not all of them are turned into criminal slaves!” (Beast-eared girl)
“I see. All right, so explain it to me” (Itsuki)
“Yes!　Then I'll take a thousand Nord for sure!” (Beast-eared girl)

She placed the offered 1,000 Nord, a copper coin in the bag she took out of her cleavage and put it back in its original position again.
That act alone wouldn't mind for me to cost a thousand Nord or so, oh sorry. I'm not looking at her, Wendy-san!

“Okay, let's get started.　Is it for food, by the way?　Or is it just for maintenance?” (Beast-eared girl)
“For using in food” (Itsuki)
“I'd recommend this one then!　It's expensive, but it's our signature Oriburu oil!” (Beast-eared girl)
“Oh!　Can I able to handle Oriburu oil? I've heard that it's difficult to extract” (Itsuki)
“That's depend on customer's skill!　You have to apply pressure without the use of tools!　I don't mind having it appraised since it's not mixed up!” (Beast-eared girl)
“Then I'll take you up on your offer” (Itsuki)

『Oriburu Oil - The seeds of the fruit of the oriburu tree can only be extracted by pressing and squeezing them with clean, washed bare hands. When it touches tools, it tastes bad and is not very edible. After extraction, the tools can be touched normally. Condition: Good』

“Ho....... It's amazing. Squeezing the seeds with your bare hands........is your owner a bear or something?” (Itsuki)
“That's right!　If one is from a bear-human tribe, he can easily handle 100 or even 200!　I'd like to be able to do that” (Beast-eared girl)

Oh, I see. Her owner is from a bear-human race.
Do bears have a strong grip?
If no one is allowed to touch the utensils, it means a person can't push this against the cutting board or anything, right?
And Onee-chan, I don't think you should aim for that place.

“Oh, I make sure my hands are clean before I do it, so it's okay!　You won't even have to worry about hair loss in there!” (Beast-eared girl)
“Huh. Well, I'll take this” (Itsuki)
“Yes, yes, yes. 20,000 Nord for a small bottle and 100,000 Nord for a large bottle” (Beast-eared girl)

That's pretty much expensive.

“I'll take five large bottles then, for 500,000 Nord” (Itsuki)
“Eh...... You've that much?” (Beast-eared girl)
“Hmmm, well, I guess I'll have to use it a lot more often after all” (Itsuki)

If I'm going to make something fried or something like that, this is how much I want it to be.
And maybe if I can separate it from the impurities by reconstructing the alchemy, it could be reused.

“Ooohhhh......... I'll get 50,000 Nord for this alone......... I'll be done with today's goal in no time.........” (Beast-eared girl)
“Master-sama, the way you use money is quite rough......” (Wendy)
“Hmm. Well, it's partly because I'm a bit of a lazy person. It's too much trouble to come to the store all the time. Anyway, I can make money again, and we want to eat good food, right?” (Itsuki)
“Huh....... I have to be strict from now on or I'll meet a painful end someday” (Wendy)

No, No.
It's important to eat, right?
There's a limit to the number of meals we can have, so I want us to eat good food at every meal.

“You have a great master. I'm so jealous” (Beast-eared girl)
“Of course, he's a master that I'm proud of...” (Wendy)
“Are you going to be a concubine?” (Beast-eared girl)
“I didn't know I will be a mistress.... I'm so afraid of that. But it would be nice if I could become one” (Wendy)
“Shiro will be. She will conceive a son of Lord and become His concubine” (Shiro)
“Oh...... You both have targeted same person. You are both beautiful yet........” (Beast-eared girl)
“Because Lord loves s*x” (Shiro)
“Though Shiro cannot do it yet” (Itsuki)
“Oh...... Wouldn't you buy me too?” (Beast-eared girl)
“I don't have any plans to increase it at the moment. Sorry about that” (Itsuki)
“Does that mean there will be eventually?” (Beast-eared girl)
“Um, why did you ask me?” (Itsuki)

Does this girl want me to buy her?

“There is an image of a master that the typical slave wishes to have, one that is kind, rich, and judged by the condition of the slave he already has” (Beast-eared girl)
“Mm. Lord is the best. And lots of food. And he's kind” (Shiro)
“Great!　What do you think?　Wouldn't you buy me too?　I'll serve you well!” (Beast-eared girl)

Such a beast-eared girl shows me a glimpse of cleavage.
It didn't take a second for Wendy to block my view of it, as it should.

“No thanks about that!　I'm enough for Master to have me!” (Wendy)
“And Lord has two other slaves. More than that is a lot” (Shiro)
“But he looked at my thighs and stuff in great interest, you know?” (Beast-eared girl)
“...... Master-sama?” (Wendy)

Oh. That seasoning has an interesting color....
I'm too scared to face you!

“Why do you want him to buy you so badly?” (Wendy)
“Well, there's a reason I think he might release me sooner, but I don't mind doing some work after he releases me” (Beast-eared girl)
“What’s your motive?” (Shiro)
“That's right. I'm an adventurer, but it seems that my Party members were forced into slavery by a bastard. That's why my mind will not calm down unless I kill him!” (Beast-eared girl)
“Well, is there such a terrible person?　But unjustified enslavement should be an extreme penalty, right?” (Wendy)
“And that's not unfair, apparently. I just read the letter, so I don't know the details” (Beast-eared girl)

......

“Pretty smart, huh?　But if Yashisu is involved, then Yashisu must know who they're dealing with” (Wendy)
“That's right, though!　When I asked Yashisu-sama about the man they were dealing with, he just laughed and said it wasn't a problem, and he didn't say anything about confidentiality or anything. He won't tell me!” (Beast-eared girl)

............

“Is that party members are all women?” (Itsuki)
“Yes!　One of them was fine, but the other one was treated as a prisoner of war!　She's so beautiful, I'm sure he has taken some weakness about her! 　Brute (Gedo)!” (Beast-eared girl) (T/N: “外道” it sound “Gedo” which is familiar and I can’t find best word for it so I put it as “Brute”)
“He looks like Dardaril” (Shiro)
“I thought of that man too” (Wendy)
“Do you know him!?” (Beast-eared girl)

..................

“But there is no way Dardaril can be” (Wendy)
“Right. It can't be” (Shiro)
“Why?　I don't understand. I need an explanation” (Beast-eared girl)

Look.
That's me.
No matter how you look at it, that party members are probably Aina and Solte, and Yashisu said he was laughing at her.

“Heh. I didn't know that happened. Your master is surprisingly manly” (Beast-eared girl)
“Yeah. He was so cool at that time. He smiled at me and told me it was going to be okay, and I can't help but feel a excitement just thinking back to that moment when the contest is ended!” (Wendy)
“Shiro got food from Lord. His food was delicious and warm. And he was so kind” (Shiro)
“I guess you've found a good master” (Beast-eared girl)

Apparently, she likes me now, but I wonder what will happen when she finds out the truth.
No, wait, I feel like it's too early to be sure.

“I mean, are you a man-hater?” (Itsuki)
“Hmm?　How did you know that?” (Beast-eared girl)
“Oh, yeah. No, wait. How about me?” (Itsuki)
“Well, master is a man too, you know. But I'll do my chores as a slave, so it would be great if you could release me soon” (Beast-eared girl)
“Is it okay for you to be held by a man you don't like?” (Itsuki)
“That's unpleasant, but it feels good for Master. I'll be released soon, so it's a win-win situation. More importantly, I need to kill brute as soon as possible so I can calm down my mind” (Beast-eared girl)

This girl is dangerous......
Not only would she be willing to do anything to achieve her goal, but she'd let a man she didn't like make love to her....
No, I don't know what to do anymore.
I bought some oil, and I guess I should buy the spices elsewhere and escape quickly.
Or should I clear up the misunderstanding properly....

Hmm……. Ah…….
What do I do, seriously.

“So how it is?　If Master bought them from Yashisu-sama, you must recognize him, right?　So why don't you just buy me outright?” (Beast-eared girl)
“Ah......” (Itsuki)

Should I just shut up?
But I'd better say it to her........

“Hey, can I tell you something?　Renge” (Itsuki)
“What...... How do you know my name?” (Renge)
“Maybe yours Ai...” (Itsuki)

Dogou!

“Master-sama!” (Wendy)
“Tsk!　I didn't even burst a little!　Lord, are you okay!?” (Shiro)
“It” (Itsuki)

It’s hurt, Ahhhahh!!
Do I still have armpits?　Does my armpit remain?
It was too fast that I couldn't see anything!
Oooh, Shiro prevented me from danger. That's dangerous.

“You're really good, aren't you, little one? But I'm sorry, but I'm going to kill him. Otherwise, he'll never free our members” (Renge)
“I don't know what you're talking about. All of a sudden you're assaulting him, you're crazy” (Shiro)
“Shiro. You must guard Lord. I'm mad as hell about this” (Wendy)
“Well, I thought you were just a beautiful person, but you seem to be doing pretty well” (Renge)
“Ah....it's hurt....” (Itsuki)

I'm surprised I didn't die.
My HP is really low.
Shiro. If I make it out alive, I'll make it a meat party just for today........
In the meantime, I took out the recovery potion (medium) and opened it, but the pain didn't go away.
“I have no business with you two, so would you mind stepping aside?　A slave can do better than to do nothing, can't you?　If you don't, I'll kill you all together” (Renge)
“That is my line. I can spare you half of that right now. If you come, I'll kill you for sure” (Shiro)
“Huh, nice courage” (Renge)

Huh......
My peaceful life....
Even so, a young girl telling about killing someone or something is a dangerous ....

“Huh......” (Itsuki)
“Lord!　Are you all right?” (Shiro)
“Master-sama!” (Wendy)
“Huh......” (Itsuki)
“Master-sama?” (Wendy)
“You know, I think you guys need to take a look around” (Unknown man)

Before we know it, people are gathering around us and surrounding us.
And behind Renge is the big bear man with his arms crossed.

“Huh......” (Renge)
“Huh...... That's a violation of the contract. You've got your hands up on a customer....” (Big Bear man)
“Ah, owner gyaaa!!!” (Renge)

Renge rolls around on the ground holding her head down.

“It hurt, it hurt, it hurt” (Renge)
“Of course, you idiot......... I'm going to go to Yashisu and you can reflect on it there” (Big bear man)
“Oh, no, am I not going there in pain all the time!” (Renge)
“Of course, it will since you're a slave. I'm sorry, but I'm afraid customer have to wait for me, too” (Big bear man)
“Yeah. I guess we're both unlucky” (Itsuki)
“That's right.... Losing a customer like you is a terrible way to lose money” (Big bear man)
“Ha, well, whatever. There's always a next time” (Itsuki)

I'm sorry, but I'm not sure I'm going to shop here again at this point in time.
I'm more concerned about this.

“Shiro. Thanks for saving me. We'll have a meat party later” (Itsuki)
“Hooray!　It's natural to protect Lord” (Shiro)
“Wendy too. Thank you for being upset for me” (Itsuki)
“No, of course not. Even now, I'm still in angry, but....” (Wendy)

I hug them both tightly.
Huh. What a blessing this is.
I'm happy just to have someone who thinks of me this much.

“But.... Don't do anything dangerous......” (Itsuki)
“But I did it to protect Master-sama!” (Wendy)
“Mm. I will protect Lord. I kill enemies” (Shiro)
“If it's an enemy. That girl's definitely a member of Aina and Solte's party” (Itsuki)
“.... oh!” (Shiro)

No way, you didn't notice it, Shiro.
She's an adventurer, one of the two of them is a man-hater, and furthermore, she might be dishonest, but Yashisu was laughing at her and dealing with it.

“I knew that, you know?　But even a friend of Master's, as long as they are messing with you, they are enemies” (Wendy)
“Shi, Shiro noticed it too. Together with Wendy” (Shiro)
“I mean, Shiro. You do not realize!　You said it” (Itsuki)
“I noticed!　Ah!　Definitely” (Shiro)
“Yes-Yes” (Itsuki)
“It's true!　I'm not lying!” (Shiro)
“Um, it hurt...... Can you guys please save me.........” (Renge)
“No, it's impossible” (Itsuki)
“Oh no way.... I feel like my head is going to crack open......” (Renge)
“You're getting exactly what you deserve. Even I can't feel any sympathy for you” (Renge)

Renge still lying on the ground and holding her head down.
Come to think of it, there was one thing that bothered me.

“Ugh...... I bumped my head so hard, I need a recovery potion....” (Renge)
“I don't mind giving it to you, but can I ask you one question?” (Itsuki)
“What is it?　If you're going to give me, I don’t mind to answer you” (Renge)
“Oh, then never mind” (Itsuki)
“It's a lie!　I'll tell what you want to know.　Oh, you're a virgin, asshole” (Renge)

That's not a concern.........

“Your name's Renge, isn't it?” (Itsuki)
“That's right. I've been called Renge since I was born” (Renge)

Hmm…….
It's subtle.
Renge sounds like a Japanese name, so I wondered if it was related, but I guess it's just a coincidence.

“Ugh, my head. Is that enough?　Can you give me a potion?” (Renge)
“Yeah, I'm sorry. Before I give it to you, you're wrong about Aina and Solte. I mean, I'm almost ready to release them” (Itsuki)

Then I'm give her a recovery potion (Medium).
I don't know if it would help because it wasn't a wound, but her face seems to look a little better nonetheless.

“Ah......... It seems so......... If I think about it calmly, the two of them adore you that much, and you don't have an arrogant attitude towards slaves, so now that I think of, it's weird” (Renge)
“Was it a letter?　It's from Solte, right?” (Itsuki)
“That's right. Solte told me that a pervert forced her to be a slave, so I hurriedly came back. When I was forced to go through the checkpoint on the way, I was made a slave, but when I asked why, I was led to this trading post” (Renge)

Huh, after all, it was that guy.

“Well, it is just happened as a coincidence, and I'm not the reason for it either” (Itsuki)
“I'd appreciate it if you'd tell me what this is all about......” (Renge)
“Yes, but first, Renge-san. I have some unfortunate news for you” (Yashisu)
“Yashisu. That was quick” (Itsuki)
“The store owner told me what it was all about, and I was panicked when I found out you were dealing with a customer. It was a mistake on our part. I'm truly sorry” (Yashisu)
“Mister. I'm sorry” (Big bear man)

Yashisu bows his head apologetically.
The bear store owner bowed his head accordingly.

“No, well, it seems she understands it was a misunderstanding, anyway” (Itsuki)
“Huh ... it's in a state where it's just not enough with apology” (Yashisu)
“What is it.........what is going to happen to me......” (Renge)
“I could guarantee it for you at our shop, but since the Yashisu bought the compensation out of me, I'll take care of the rest” (Big bear man)
“Yes, of course. I'm sorry for the inconvenience this has caused the owner. I will pay damage fee here as well” (Yashisu)
“Yeah. She was a very energetic girl and a great customer service person. Next time, I request a ordinary girl. Mister, I'm really sorry about this. Come back next time if you can” (Big bear man)

With that, the owner disappears to the back of the store.
The owner's back is filled with sadness and I can't help but feel sad for him.
Come to think of it, the store owner is a victim too.
So many people are watching us......
I think I'll come back here when I come to buy seasoning.

“Renge-san, I said there was no problem, right?　Truly a shame” (Yashisu)
“Ugh...... My head is aching.... What is going to happen to me?” (Renge)

Yashisu's face is becoming serious to the point of being a bit scary.

“I will take appropriate action. And you're not the only one who has to deal with this problem....” (Yashisu)
“Well....I'd prefer to keep it simple for me, but....” (Renge)

In the meantime, she's an acquaintance of Aina and Solte, and if possible, there's no need to give her any punishment.
“It doesn't work that way........ I'm going to the Adventurer's Guild once, so please follow me” (Yashisu)

With that, Yashisu walks ahead.
I walked next to him and Renge was caught in his arms between Shiro and Wendy, like a figure of an alien being taken away.
But she was still in pain, her head didn't come up and she walked with an assist to her unsteady steps.

“Sorry customer. This may be a bit of pain in the ass for you” (Yashisu)
“Sigh.... My peaceful time is too short, isn't it...” (Itsuki)
“I'm sorry for your loss” (Yashisu)
“You're smiling on the other hand” (Itsuki)
“No, I just realized that customers are very much in fate with women” (Yashisu)

That's not my fault.........
Huh.
Adventurer's Guild.......and I don't know what to do with it.

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