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Chapter 4 of 10

Way Too Much Money

Trish

What's with that face? You look way too serious all of a sudden.

Trish

Wait, don't tell me this is about to be another lecture?

Trish

*Sigh* You do realize your lectures never actually change me, right?

Right. You said you wanted to live with being cool.

Trish

Yeah. And?

But does that really mean blowing through your money—

Trish

Is the only way to live stylishly?

Trish

Hehehe! I know. But hey, there's nothing like money to buy a good-looking life.

Trish

Ah! This might be a good time for you to see for yourself!

Trish

You'll totally change your mind!

What I mean is—

Trish

La la la! Not listening!

Trish

Just follow me for today. Trust me.

Trish

A full-course, specially curated for you, Captain!

Trish

C'mon! You only live once. Gotta live cool, don't you think?

Trish ignored every word I said and grabbed me by the hand.

Shop Owner

Every kind of gear for a Savior! Welcome to Big Savior Gear Equi—

Trish

Hey, boss! It's me! I came to shop!

Shop Owner

Ooh! My store's best suck—

Shop Owner

I mean, spender, Miss Trish! What can I help you with today?

Trish

It's not for me this time. Today's all about our Captain over here.

Trish

But first, what's that in the display case over there?

Shop Owner

Haha. Excellent eye, Miss Trish. You sure know your gear.

Shop Owner

This is a state-of-the-art magitech guard. It automatically absorbs shock once it exceeds a set limit.

Shop Owner

A luxury piece straight from Kemet Industries' newest premium line!

Trish

I'll take one. Captain, it's in your size, right?

It's for me...?

Trish

Of course. This whole trip is for you. And...

Trish

Hey, boss. What's the best-selling item these days?

Shop Owner

Hmm... This prestige saddle's been flying off the shelves lately.

Shop Owner

It's super comfy, and you can mount it on either a horse or a bike hog.

Shop Owner

It even includes a built-in heating and ventilation system!

Trish

Ooh, nice! Toss that in too.

We don't even have a horse or a bike hog...

Trish

Hehehe. The way of the hunter! Always be prepared for the future!

Trish

Just buy it. You'll use it eventually!

Since when have you ever prepared for the future...?

From there, Trish just kept piling things into the cart without stopping.

Trish

A coat defense enhancement kit with artisan-stitched quilting and...

Trish

A hood cover imbued with water-proof magic. Looks like a perfect match for you, Captain!

Trish

Premium leather sheath. This one looks solid. And next...

Shop Owner

Come again soon!

Trish

Nice! On to the next stop!

General Store Owner

Welcome!

Trish

Got anything good for fatigue recovery?

General Store Owner

Hmm... Maybe start by browsing the Vitality Potions over here?

Trish

Captain, didn't you say you ran out of Vitality Potions?

Yeah, I did, but...

Trish

Hmm... Then I'll take one of everything from here to there.

Trish

Ahh... I feel alive again...

Masseuse

Anywhere else feeling sore?

Trish

My shoulders... They're totally stiff...

My back...

Masseuse

Understood!

Masseuse

Here's a complimentary dessert to enjoy while you relax.

Masseuse

It's our treat for guests using the spa and massage services at Golden Statehill Hotel.

Masseuse

This ice cream's made from milk sourced from cows raised stress-free on wide open pastures.

Masseuse

We even deliver them out to the Eastern Continent's royal court places, so it should suit your palate!

Trish

Ooh...! This is delicious! Isn't it, Captain?

I-it's really good...

Trish

Hahaha! Told you so!

Trish

You're always lecturing me, but look at you! You're totally loving this!

...Ngh.

I couldn't deny it.

How did this happen? When did I get swept up in her energy?

Trish

Feels good, right? Isn't this fun? Totally thrilling, huh?

Masseuse

Let me know if anything hurts, okay?

Aahhh...

Trish

Hahaha! Captain, that noise you just made was priceless!

This isn't good... If this keeps up, my plan to give Trish a proper lecture is doomed...!

But... lying on a cozy bed while eating ice cream? Who can resist that?

Maybe splurging now and then is necessary for long-term growth...?

Just for today... this might be fine.

Right?