SWNOVELXO Chapter 125 - The Divine Cat Mii-chan, Struggling with a Request
125 The Divine Cat Mii-chan, Struggling with a Request
After finishing the documentation, I reviewed it once more before handing it back to the clerk.
“Now, if you could please take the items to the warehouse.”
This time, the secretary returned and handed me a book and some papers.
“The book is on loan. The items depicted where the paper is inserted are the materials we desire. The paper also describes the conditions of the locations where these materials were previously found, so I hope you find it useful.”
Hmm, I see. This is very clear and thorough. Got it.
We all headed to the warehouse together. There were many people in lab coats…
“Let’s have it brought out.”
Mii-chan, if you please.
“Mii~”
As soon as Mii-chan filled the warehouse with the materials, everyone immediately started checking them. Some people screamed, others danced with joy, and a few even burst into tears… A bit frightening…
“Hmm, the Tears of a Fairy. This is my first time seeing them…”
“Director! These are seeds of the Rainbow Princess Herb!”
“I can’t believe it, even seeing it right before my eyes…”
“This will advance a lot of our research!”
When we returned to the room, there were gold coins neatly arranged on the table for easy counting.
“Taxes and fees have been deducted. We’ve rounded down the fractions, so the total comes to ten million rets. Please confirm.”
Ten million rets after all deductions. No problem at all. I also received copies of the contract and other documents. I’ll have to file them later.
“Boy… no, Nero-kun. I’m Patrick, the director here. If I’m not around, you can talk to Hilde-kun or Nicholas here.”
With that, he extended his hand, and we shook hands. He’s the first customer of the Divine Cat Trading Company, after all.
“Mii~”
When I returned to the Queen’s side, the names of the two cats had already been decided.
The white cat is named ‘Lea’ and the black one ‘Noah,’ names meaning ‘white’ and ‘black,’ respectively. I’m glad for the little ones.
Nia-san is reporting the earlier events at the pharmaceutical institution to the Queen, but for some reason, she is suppressing a giggle.
“Nero-kun, you’ve established a trading company. Divine Cat Trading Company, that’s a good name.”
“Pfft!”
Elena-san, why are you laughing? You’re being rude to Representative Mii-chan.
“What? Mii-chan is the representative? Then, Nero-kun, what about you?”
“I’m the vice-representative.”
“Really!?”
Since she didn’t seem to believe me, I showed Elena-san the commercial guild certificate.
“It’s true… Mii-chan is the representative. You can actually do that…”
“Hehe… that’s so like Nero-kun. What kind of goods will you be dealing with?”
“Medicine materials, antiques, and jewelry.”
“You’ve chosen some very difficult items. Do you have any leads?”
“I have appraisal skills. I’ve used them to gather a significant amount of items. I’ve also already secured buyers.”
“Can you trust your buyers?”
“They’re someone who treated me well when I first came to this country. When I heard they were moving their store from Quart to the royal capital, I asked them to help, and they gladly accepted. Most importantly, Mii-chan trusts them, so I’m not worried at all.”
“Mii~”
“If Mii-chan trusts them, they must be a wonderful person.”
“Yes, I believe they are trustworthy.”
“May I see some of the items?”
And so, the exhibition began. Several times, Nia-san carefully examined certain items. Perhaps she has appraisal skills? She moved some of the items she inspected thoroughly to another table, so maybe she wants them?
When the antiques were finished and we moved on to the jewelry, all the Queen’s maids gathered around. Elena-san was gazing at the jewels with a dreamy look. Women do love shiny things, don’t they? Even Mii-chan was entranced, probably because it’s her first time seeing them so closely.
“Mii~”
“Nero-kun, you really are a wealthy man… I remember you selling swords at my uncle’s place too. I recall the captains fighting over them.”
“Nero-kun, it seems you have a talent for business as well, not just politics.”
I remember there’s a skill called “Business Acumen” that I can learn, right? Should I consider acquiring it?
“Excuse me, but it seems you also possess Artifacts (AF), Nero-sama. Would it be possible for me to take a look?”
Hmm, it seems Nia-san does indeed have appraisal skills. I definitely won’t show her the red gem AF, but the others should be fine. I placed a ring and a dagger on the table and asked Perro to bring out the curved sword as well.
“That’s Perro’s beloved sword, Kotetsu-nyan!”
“You have three of them…?”
No, I actually have four…
“Nero-kun, are you also a treasure hunter?”
“Mii-chan found some of these in the Quint Flowing Labyrinth.”
“Mii~”
“Mii-chan might actually be a divine cat…”
“A throwing dagger, a resistance ring, and the Invisible Claw, all are remarkable items. Especially the resistance ring, I would very much like to obtain it.”
“Nia, what is a resistance ring?”
“It is an AF that significantly increases the probability of resisting abnormal status effects.”
Huh!? A high probability? It should have been “rarely prevents” though… Let me appraise it. Sure enough, it’s now “high probability of preventing abnormal status effects.” How did this happen?
“This AF is close to being a national treasure. It would be an honor to have His Majesty wear it at all times.”
“What do you think, Nero-kun?”
“Nero-kun, I ask you as well!”
Hmm… this was a gift from Mii-chan, though…
Everyone turned to Mii-chan.
“Mii…”
She looks flustered, as if she’s saying, “I gave it to Nero-kun as a present…”
“Mii-sama, I implore you. The previous king passed away due to poisoning. In these unstable times, there is no guarantee that another tragedy won’t occur. I don’t want to see Lady Renee sad again. Please, think of it as protecting her smile and grant us this favor. If you do, I, Nia, vow to serve you with my life.”
Hmm, I understand what you’re saying, but why are you addressing this to Mii-chan? Why not me?
“Mii…”