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**VIP Chapter 118: Market Daily Life**
“Don’t worry.”
Will believed he wasn’t gay.
The reason he cared so much about “S,” and was so eager to know his identity…
was due to the greater “admiration” he held for Mr. S in his heart.
Will had always felt that Mr. S was like an elder who had enlightened him.
When he reincarnated into this world, he initially didn’t consider the “physics,” “chemistry,” or even the “history” and “society” of this world as truly existing.
To him…
After all, it was just a fictional world within an ordinary work that had gained popularity for certain strengths, despite its somewhat thin setting and story.
But…
Through his repeated correspondence with Mr. S, he always gained new perspectives for his development and calculations from these practical aspects.
It was as if…
Mr. S had pulled him out of the deep sea of “this is just a fictional world,” constantly tapping on his head and showing him the “real” side of this world.
Now, Will could even view the “dungeons,” which looked like they were simply covered with a game skin, from the perspective of “someone living in this world.”
If he could find such a friend, he would probably hold his hand tightly and thank him with tears—wait, would that startle him?!
Although it was a meeting between pen pals…
Will felt a thrill akin to a fan meeting their idol at this moment.
Moreover, when S first replied, he insisted on remaining anonymous. Now, he was willing to meet him. If he was who Will suspected, a powerful, reclusive expert, the fact that such an important figure was willing to reveal his identity meant…
He truly considered him a friend.
From unknown pen pals to genuine friends who could interact well offline, he might be able to learn more.
Perhaps…
He could even help find solutions for the weapons of these three people.
Will’s gaze returned to the three of them, meeting Iaar’s light gray eyes.
“Young Master, you seem a bit distracted? But not in that dejected way you were yesterday…”
Standing in front of a weapon shop in the market called “Sword Seller,” Iaar tugged at Will’s sleeve and asked.
Actually, it wasn’t just her; everyone felt Will wasn’t paying full attention to their shopping.
It was just… she was the first one to voice it.
Perhaps because she cared a lot!
Cared very much!
Cared immensely!
She had noticed this morning that Will hadn’t given her his reply letter to S.
Under normal circumstances, Will would write a reply letter the same day. Even if he needed to do research and read to formulate his reply, he would excitedly write a letter to S first and then send another one after his investigation.
This was a bit suspicious…
And this morning, when they passed by the Adventurer’s Guild, he seemed to use the excuse of stamping a registration form to actually mail a letter.
Perhaps this was the reason for the Young Master’s distraction today?
“I… I’m observing the crowd!”
“Huh?”
This was an excuse that even Iaar could tell was perfunctory.
“Look, this entire market area, as a potential heir of the Hysterm Family—well, assuming none of my elder brothers want to be the head of the family—is worth studying.”
“Young Master, what are you studying?”
“The popularization and entertainment of dungeons.”
Iaar’s suspicion decreased because she genuinely didn’t understand these terms.
Will pointed to the swords displayed in the shop window.
“For example, impractical decorations like this wouldn’t have been found on swords before. However… in recent years, ordinary people can easily clear the lower levels of dungeons… which has led many to want to dress up and simply wander through the dungeons.”
“Iaar doesn’t understand.”
“In other words, dungeons used to be merely suppliers of goods—which sounds more like the primary or secondary industries. But through the Hysterm Family’s reforms, dungeons can now exist as a tertiary industry.”
“?”
“This is indeed an innovation. Of course, it’s also inseparable from… the inexplicably increased dungeon exploration efficiency and the inexplicably improved quality of the produced items.”
“??”
“If this continues, dungeons might become a part of daily life—and their value for ‘clearing’ will decrease. Hmm… good or bad?”
“???”
Iaar’s beast ears perked up, almost curling.
“A very interesting perspective. Even more interesting than what the lecturers in the palace propose.”
Treya had clearly started thinking along with Will.
“Alright, alright, Classmate Will, don’t explain one complex term with another complex term. Let’s just enjoy our shopping.”
Liya then stood on her tiptoes and patted Will’s shoulder.
Alright!
Will’s plan had succeeded!
Now, no one was concerned about what he had been distracted by!
As expected, when people start discussing politics, they completely forget what the previous topic was.
It was an excellent way to change the subject.
“However, you’re right, there’s no rush to talk about these things now. It’s still about a year until this process is fully realized. For now…”
Will pointed to Treya, who was standing at the back, a little taller than the other two.
“You need to buy a few more swords as spares! Come in.”
“Huh?”
Treya tilted her head in disbelief.
“Of course, since we’re all out, there are many things to buy. Let’s take them one by one!”
***
Inside the shop named “Sword Seller.”
Treya browsed the shop. She wasn’t here to choose “better” swords, but rather “consumables.”
Entak Demonic Sword Arts indeed caused significant wear and tear on the swords themselves; otherwise, she wouldn’t have broken a cherished sword she had used for many years during her first sword dance.
However…
The quality of these swords was also poor. Of course, Treya understood that they couldn’t be compared to those of the Royal Family.
The only advantage was… these swords were very decorative, with all sorts of stickers on the hilts.
“Boss, can I get a discount if I buy these ten?”
Will chose quickly, directly placing ten one-handed swords on the counter.
“Sir, we do not offer discounts regardless of the quantity purchased.”
“Hmm? Do you need a discount? It seems quite…”
Treya flipped over the tag.
She didn’t have a strong concept of money, but…
The price was only one-tenth of what she used at home, so it was naturally…
“Mmph%#@%…”
Will quickly covered Little Princess’s mouth.
He met Treya’s particularly sensitive small ears.
Half-elves’ sensitive ears should be spoken to fiercely in their ears—
“20%!”
“Mmph—!”
Treya, with her mouth covered, couldn’t make a loud sound.
“…This store is about 20% more expensive than the market price. They specifically leave room for bargaining. And since you use them quickly, buying more at once is more cost-effective.”
Hmph, he learned this useful piece of trivia from Mr. S!
Hearing such a thrifty explanation, Treya’s sensitive ears became less sensitive.
“…As expected of Teacher Will.”
Though she said so…
Treya was thinking…
Why was he saving money, even though he had ample funding in Carver and brought so much from the Royal Family?
It somehow felt…
like something he had learned from someone else.
“Here, take the swords.”
Will placed the swords in Treya’s hands.
Treya then noticed that all ten silver swords had a small devil sticker on their hilts.
“This is…”
“The demonic sword arts, I specifically searched for each one. Ah… putting so many swords together, and they look similar, might cause confusion. I’ll give you one with a symbol.”
“Yes, thank you. They are… very beautiful.”
Will had a bit of a selfish motive.
Although Treya was a little better than before and not as stoic,
he wanted to see the little devil side behind Treya’s face even more.
Even though the decorated ones were slightly more expensive, he bought them!
