Kays Translations
Just another Isekai Lover~
Chapter 156: Ancient Soldier Equipment
While I was browsing the displayed merchandise, the shopkeeper, who had disappeared into the back, came running back with something in his arms.
“Thank you for waiting! Here is my recommended item!”
“A black robe is your recommendation?”
“Yes! It requires you to continuously consume magic power, but while you’re doing so, it reflects magic.”
“Huh? Isn’t that Ancient Soldier Equipment?”
“You know it well! Yes, that’s right. It’s one of the Ancient Soldier Equipment pieces, brought in by my grandfather!”
The two of them were tossing around unfamiliar terms.
I wondered if it was some famous robe.
“So this Ancient Soldier Equipment— is it amazing?”
“Oh yes, it’s quite famous. It’s not quite a legendary artifact, but it’s rare enough to have collectors after it.”
“That’s right! I’m not very interested in it myself, so it’s just been stored in the back.”
“And you’re willing to sell something like that? Wouldn’t it go for an outrageous price…?”
If there are collectors, then it’s definitely the kind of item that could be sold for a fortune.
It even has the word “Ancient” in the name, so it likely has value beyond its ability.
“It’s just something my grandfather acquired— not exactly an heirloom. If it’s for you two, and you’ll take care of it, I’ll sell it. Pricey, though… How about five platinum coins?”
Five platinum coins— was that good or bad?
Normally, paying that much for a single robe sounds insane, but for a collectible item, maybe not.
“…Sato, if it’s genuine, you absolutely must buy it.”
“Is it really that good?”
“Yes. You’d normally never get your hands on one, and the effect is excellent. You’d be a fool not to.”
Sheila’s eyes were dead serious. That meant “don’t even think about saying no.”
It would take nearly half my savings, but I’d trust her judgment here.
“If you’re willing to sell, I’d like to buy it.”
“Eh? You’re deciding so quickly? It’s expensive— I could put it on hold for you.”
“On hold… No, I’ll take it now.”
“Thank you! I’m glad I could recommend it to someone who appreciates it.”
For a moment, I considered having it held, but Sheila tugged on my sleeve, and that decided it.
She’s known for her good judgment— and I’d never seen her push so hard— so there was no doubt it was the right choice.
“Also, I was thinking of buying a staff with assist-support— how much is one?”
“Seven gold coins each. Oh, you’ll take one too!?”
“They work for skilled mages as well, right?”
“Of course. Whether you like the assist-support function is personal preference, but it’s effective for experts too.”
“I see. Then I’ll take it.”
“Thank you! I’ll bring it right over.”
The shopkeeper skipped over to the display shelf, grabbed a staff, and came back.
After hearing “five platinum coins” for the robe, my sense of prices was broken— seven gold coins actually sounded cheap.
“Here you go. The robe and staff come to five platinum coins and seven gold coins!”
“Ah, wait— I’d also like some healing magic orbs. If you have recommended ones, please show me.”
“Eh!? You’re buying more? Thank you so much!”
“It’s just because they’re good items— you don’t need to thank me.”
“Still, I’m grateful! For healing types, aside from the Heal you bought last time, we have Cure for status ailments, High Heal for stronger healing, and Regen to boost natural recovery.”
Even limiting it to healing, there was quite a selection.
The shopkeeper said she made these magic orbs herself— she really could use all sorts of magic.
“Then… one of each. And three each of Heal and High Heal.”
“So, that’s three Heals, three High Heals, one Cure, and one Regen, correct?”
“Yes, that’s right.”
“Thank you! Since you’re buying so much, I’ll throw in the Cure and Regen orbs for free. So you’ll just be paying for the Heal and High Heal— that’s one platinum coin and eight gold coins more, making the total… hmm…”
“Seven platinum coins and five gold coins.”
“Wow! You calculate fast! Then I’ll take that, please!”
I pulled out seven platinum coins and five gold coins from my pouch and handed them over.
Even with the free orbs, that was still a lot of money spent.
“Yes, that’s exact! Thank you again for buying so much.”
“No, thank you for the bonus items.”
“Honestly, the bonus is too small for such a big purchase! Oh— I forgot to introduce myself. My name is Shannon. Please just call me Shannon from now on!”
“Shannon— I’m Sato, and—”
“I’m Sheila.”
“Sato and Sheila… unusual names.”
“I’m from another world, so it’s not a local name.”
“I see! That explains why your features are a little different.”
People in this world have more Western features, and mine are completely Eastern.
Thankfully, there’s no discrimination here, so it’s easy to introduce myself.
After chatting with Shannon a bit longer, we left the Magic Cabinet.
We’d planned to spend more time enjoying the city of Lanzole, but we’d spent far more than expected, so we decided to head home.
Even though our stay was shorter than planned, we got great items and refreshed our spirits— a good day off overall.