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Chapter 51: The Elf's Objective
“The result is—equivalent to Red Grade-3... It's genuine.”
The appraisal of a red potion was conducted using a special type of paper, similar to litmus paper. A drop of the potion to be examined was placed onto a pale blue sheet, and the paper would change color according to the potion's grade. It was the same appraisal tool that had been used previously when selling a purple potion.
While the color of the potion itself could provide a rough indication, there were cases where potions of different grades appeared similar and could not be distinguished by sight alone. That was when this testing paper was used. Comparing the reaction to the reference chart, the professional appraiser concluded without a doubt that the potion I had brought was indeed a red potion.
“I suspected as much from the overwhelming aura it emits—something that cannot even be compared to a purple-grade potion—but to think you truly possess a red potion...”
Red potions had become exceedingly rare in recent years. According to Banc, who knew a fair amount about the situation as a merchant, the state of supply was so dire that he could confidently say there would likely be no more discovered in the future.
Еñ ú m а
“If a completely unexplored dungeon were discovered, there might still be a possibility. However, any dungeon that remains unconquered to this day is unimaginably dangerous. Even if one were found, its market value would undoubtedly skyrocket.”
Having confirmed that the potion I brought was genuine, Banc asked—though perhaps out of kindness rather than business sense—whether I really wished to proceed with the trade.
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“So its value is really that high?”
“Yes. There is no comparison.”
Though neither of us explicitly stated what we were comparing it to, Banc firmly asserted that the red potion I had prepared far exceeded the value of an elf slave.
Well, I can make more, even if it takes time...
Еnů m̄ а̄. ї d
This time I had borrowed Grandpa Genji's land, but if necessary, I could buy land on Earth someday. I could even cultivate the ingredients in an unknown world using Interworld Travel.
It required time and effort, but if something could be produced, its value naturally dropped.
“But isn't that a strange thing for a merchant to say, Mr. Banc?”
“Indeed, I am a merchant, and selling goods to customers is important. However, relationships are equally important to me.”
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He probably meant that he didn't want to sour relations by letting a customer make a bad deal.
“I see... In that case, there is no problem. Please proceed with the transaction.”
E ṅ u ṁ_а́. і́ d
“Understood. I shall bring her immediately. Please wait a little longer.”
I appreciated all his consideration, but I had prepared the red potion specifically to obtain an elf, so there was no issue from my side. When I stated my intention firmly, Banc nodded in understanding, put on the dignified face of a professional merchant, and began preparing the contract.
While Banc went to fetch the elf, I waited alone in the reception room. Not long afterward, a commotion suddenly broke out outside. Although the room was elegantly furnished, the building itself was merely a temporary structure, so the voices outside could be heard fairly clearly. From a security standpoint, that seemed questionable, but since this was merely a slave transaction, it apparently wasn't considered a problem.
“Thank you for waiting. This is the elf slave, Eula.”
About ten minutes after the disturbance began, Banc returned with an elven woman. The woman standing beside him was apparently named Eula. She was tall for a woman—slightly taller than Banc, who himself was about average height for a man.
Her light green hair fell smoothly to her shoulders, with its tips slightly curled outward. Her skin was fair, yet carried a gentle warmth, and a tattoo-like pattern matching her hair color was visible on her left shoulder.
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Her features were breathtakingly beautiful. Just as the people of the royal capital had been making a fuss about, her appearance was truly extraordinary. Her jade-colored eyes possessed a mysterious allure that seemed capable of enchanting any man who met her gaze.
“...So you're the one.”
She wore what appeared to be some kind of ethnic costume, made from several layers of thin fabric resembling a dancer's outfit, though it was far from revealing. Only her shoulders were exposed; the rest was hidden by clothing.
Even knowing that staring at a woman was impolite, this was the first elf I had ever seen in my life, and I found myself unable to stop looking. Eula, meanwhile, was studying me with equal curiosity.
“Now then, shall we begin our discussion?”
After several moments of mutual observation, Banc forcibly moved things forward. He and I sat facing each other across a long table, while Eula sat at one end of the table, slightly to my left.
Е.n̆ŭ m̄ǎ
“Well then, let us finalize the contract.”
As the intermediary, the slave merchant Banc led the discussion. After lightly clapping his hands to focus the room, he began.
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“I am currently acting on Eula's request and arranging introductions at slave markets across various countries. The associated fees have already been paid by Eula herself, so I shall receive no commission from this contract.”
While he explained, Banc had an employee distribute documents to both Eula and me. The papers detailed the agreement between Banc and Eula.
“In the event that a contract is concluded within the Kingdom of Cainliese, Eula will not be required to make any further payments. Therefore, if Sir Issei purchases Eula, there will be no additional costs beyond those already discussed.”
Apparently, some slave contracts involved the owner assuming debts owed by the slave. However, Eula was not burdened by debt. Rather, she had been paying Banc to transport her between countries.
W е́ b̈ñ о̊vӗl Еn̆ ǔ ṁ ӑ
According to the contract, she prepaid living expenses necessary for traveling through slave markets around the world. If a contract were concluded in the Kingdom of Cainliese, part of that prepaid amount would be refunded.
“Regarding the primary contract, Eula has stipulated the transfer of a red potion as an essential condition. Since Sir Issei has already agreed to this requirement and the potion's appraisal has been completed, we shall now discuss the remaining details.”
“...To think a red potion could actually be found.”
While Banc maintained his professional demeanor, Eula muttered those words quietly as she read the contract.
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Banc coughed lightly and continued.
“Sir Issei wishes to contract Eula as a servant and a Tier-3 work contract. Therefore, I believe compensation equivalent to 350,000 Gold per month, including food, clothing, and lodging, would be appropriate.”
Е̌ ňu̇m̄ а.і̃ d́
Tier-3 work contract referred to ordinary light work within cities.
Tier-1 covered dangerous occupations such as adventuring, while Tier-2 included agricultural work.
“Eula can read, write, and perform basic calculations. However, considering the transfer of the red potion, I believe 350,000 Gold per month is reasonable.”
“I have no objections.”
Eula immediately accepted the terms. To be honest, the proposed contract was absurdly favorable. Aina had once remarked that nobody would be surprised if an elf commanded ten million Gold per month. While exaggerated, it wasn't entirely off the mark.
Her value stemmed from her rarity as an elf, her extraordinary beauty, and, in the case of women, factors such as being unmarried or a virgin. Those factors dramatically increased her market value.
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After all, many previous owners who purchased elves had done so for exactly those reasons. Setting aside illegal transactions, only people with power on the scale of ruling entire nations had historically been able to own elf slaves.
Furthermore, Eula was an elf woman, unmarried, a virgin, and listed as eighteen years old... Well, I had no idea how they verified that, but since female employees worked at the market, perhaps they used female examiners.
Considering all those factors, Eula possessed exceptionally desirable qualifications. Previously, Aina and I had seen a human man in his thirties who could read, write, and calculate being offered at 300,000 Gold per month. Compared to that, it was obvious how extraordinary this deal was.
In fact, given the high cost of living in the royal capital, the wage might even be considered low.
“I don't even need to be paid... If I can truly receive the red potion, then I would gladly offer up my body in exchange.”
“...I understand how you feel, but that would not do, would it? If you do not earn money, what will happen to the one waiting for you?”
E ṅ ù m ӑ. і̂ d
“The one waiting for her?”
Eula sounded half-desperate, as though she truly meant she would sacrifice herself if it meant obtaining the red potion. But Banc interrupted her, speaking almost like a priest delivering a sermon. At his words, she visibly reacted.
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The phrase the one waiting for you immediately caught my attention. I asked about it almost reflexively, and despite being in the middle of explaining the contract, Banc answered right away.
“The person Eula wishes to save, the one for whom she has worked tirelessly to obtain a red potion.”
He paused.
“Her name is Aria Fainchis, a young girl belonging to one of the rarest races in existence… a High Elf.”
W̃ ë b ñŏ v̆ ѐ l Ё ń ùmа́
