Marquis' Express Butler

Spinel's appeal may be elevated to satisfy his intellectual curiosity. It also has a gourmet character, so you'll be able to serve delicious dishes.

I think I can now use my traits and interests properly.

If you treat your opponent accordingly, it will increase your liking for me.

Calmond asks.

“Is there anything special about stamping irons and tying up documents? It's easy to pierce iron with an awl. ”

“It's nothing compared to that. I can just tie up the paperwork with my hands like this. ”

I gripped and stretched my right hand.

But this is possible because I've used staplers in my previous life, and the two people in front of me can't even imagine.

If you don't have a particular skill, you have to make it yourself and see it with your own eyes for it to be worth it.

“This is a very small part of my plan. Even if the fountain pen and the pen are patented, the limit will come. We'll have to think of something else. ”

“I want to hear the master's plan. ”

It's Eluna's question, and there's no reason not to answer it. I leisurely twisted my legs and put on my armrest.

“There's a butler that I know very well, and he tells me that the office supplies aren't being produced more professionally than I thought. and their shapes and sizes. He thinks it's not much money, but I don't think so. Smells like money. ”

“I think so, too. I think it's especially important to match the shape and size. If you could change it anytime, anywhere, it would sell a lot more. ”

“That's the specification. It's very important to meet the specifications. ”

The world has no concept of specifications yet, as the culture of handicrafts blooms. The specification is a fairly modern concept. Companies compete against each other for the specifications.

Competition with specifications is a problem that's going to happen in a long time, so we'll think about it later, and we'll just have to keep explaining my plan for now.

“So I'm going to make a set of office supplies. Starting with the notebooks, we develop handwriting tools, envelopes, staples that Spinel's now going to make, and then we deliver them to the big families. ”

“Sounds like there's a lot of demand. ”

I nodded. Calmond is a swordsman, and his notion of numbers seems a little off, but Eluna uses her best judgment to see through the possibilities.

I continued.

“This time I went to the royal family and came up with a fun plan. Signing a delivery contract with a large family is also important, but perhaps it's best to penetrate the royal family as well. ”

“Definitely a good way. The nobles tend to follow the royal family. ”

“And the nobles below are trying to follow the nobles. And beneath it. It looks like this cycle is repeating. ”

I nodded as if Eluna agrees with me.

In fact, I have advertised in my past life that some brands are British Royal Delivery.

At that time, the British royal family had only symbolic significance, but now it is different.

The age of the king is no different from the gods. If you preach that you're delivering to the royal family here, you will definitely live along with them.

Maybe I should make another high-end fountain pen for the king.

“So, anyway, What's the most important thing in office supplies? Except for the handwriting. We have some technical skills. ”

“Of course it's a paper. ”

“I got it right. ”

I've been thinking about it.

The paper here is not very good. Although paper itself is not very valuable due to its unique technology, luxury paper is often used for silk or other fabrics.

No matter how much you like the pen, if the quality of the paper you get it from is poor, you can't pull out more than 100% of the pen's potential. The true taste of a nib comes from paper.

“It's not a dream that if we can match the paper's specifications, improve it to something of better quality, and mass-produce it, we can win the continent. ”

“That's something everyone has been thinking about. But the number one time it failed. ”

“I know. But what if he's the right guy for the job? ”

I stared at Elona, who was so unlucky. Calmond's gaze is towards you, and she's a little bewildered by the unexpected.

“…… You mean me? ”

“Yes. As you all know, paper can be made from trees. That's a very different process for each region. I mean, if you change the process a little bit, there could be something completely different. And Eluna, you know more about the nature of trees than anyone. ”

Elves.

I recited the reason in my mind. Still, Calmond doesn't know she's the descendant of the Elves. We were protecting each other's secrets.

On the other hand, I was sorry. It's like frying chicken for a chick.

But she still has a lot of human blood mixed up, so she should be fine.

“Even so…. ”

“Don't you have confidence? ”

“If I'm being honest, It's the first time I've ever done anything in my life. ”

I nodded without hesitation. There's a first time for everyone. Now I can use Demibeast magic, the unknown user of Newbie Mana? The important thing is to try it once.

“Don't worry about it. I'll help you where I can. ”

“I understand.”

“For a while, Mattis' work was ahead of Calmond, and Eluna, you and Spinel worked on paper production. Our company's future is at stake. Do your best. ”

“Yes, Master. ”

Eluna replied like that, but not as confident as usual. What matters is trust and confidence.

“It's okay to fail, so try it. I'll deal with Spinel and make a set of office supplies. ”

“Thank you. Take the pressure off. ”

“That's the best I can do. He's a master.”

Eluna was too warm. Calmond clears his throat.

“But, Master, What brings you back here all of a sudden? I think you have something going on. ”

I nodded. And I sighed lightly.

“I was ambushed in the Royal Road. ”

“An ambush?”

The two of them were surprised.

“Are you all right?”

“You must have walked here on two legs because you're fine. There's no need to panic. They've taken care of everything. ”

However, the two of them did not seem to calm down easily. Especially since he's already curious about who's behind it. Maybe it's because I shared my life and death.

“I'm here to investigate the Delfino Merchant Guild. ”

“Looks like we're not the ones behind this. ”

“Survivors killed themselves. They were very professional. They were coming.”

“How many people in total? ”

“Six people. ”

“It must have cost a lot of money to mobilize. ”

Calmond swallows his saliva. Calmond knows how to handle errors, but he's not that tall. It's specialized in stealth and surprise.

Calmond cautiously said.

“You think the Delfino Merchant Guild is behind this? ”

“That's all I'm thinking about. I don't have any evidence, so I'm going to start collecting it one by one. ”

I gave Calmond my instructions, as he smiled and refreshed his mood.

“Get Simon now. Very politely. ”

“I understand.”

After some insight, Calmond jumps out of the room. I closed my eyes and thought until he returned.

* * *

“Long time no see, Master. ”

Simon responds quietly to the call. "Bring him in politely" was a strong word, but I think Calmond was mistaken.

“Yes. How are you? ”

“I'm doing well because you care. ”

“I didn't really care. ”

“ ……. ”

“Making noodles these days? ”

“Of course. Do you need any more noodles? ”

I heard this guy's been in the dark a long time. He doesn't know much. He rubs his hands together and notices that he's waiting for more quests to drop.

“Everyone else go out first. ”

Calmond and Eluna retreat. Then Simon's face changed completely. I realize now that I have never laughed.

He kneels.

I acknowledge the transition. Yes, it's enough to hear that I've had some time in the dark.

“I-I don't know what I've done wrong! Forgive me if I've offended you! ”

“No, I don't know what I did wrong, but why do you ask for forgiveness? ”

I sighed. I thought it was worth it. If things go wrong because of a misunderstanding, I'm the only one who loses. I clawed my hands.

“It's not something you should kneel down to. I just want to check it out. Come closer.”

Simon approached me. I put my hand on his shoulder.

○ Simon

Rank:

Level: 46

Characteristics: Mask Crafting S, Alchemy A, Material Collection A, Speech B, Craftsmanship B, Water Bathing C, Negotiation C,???

Status: Fear

Interest: Methodology studies to make more sophisticated areas. Owning a small house with a front yard. Solving misunderstandings.

Likeability: 34

Values: Neutral

[not open]

……

Extremely appealing However, considering his relationship with him, it is natural. We meet because of work, so it's strange to have such a high preference.

The values are not bad. I found a way to solve misunderstandings like when I was only interested. You think I'm mistaken.

Given this state window, it was reasonably possible to deduce that he was not accused.

I'm relieved for now.

But you still need to make sure you sleep with your feet straight.

“Do you know why I'm doing this? ”

“To be honest, I'm not sure. ”

“I think someone found out who I am. I was attacked not long ago. Without cotton wool. ”

Simon is stunned. His face went dark. But he said everything he wanted to say.

“I never reveal who the Master is! If I did, I wouldn't be able to sell cotton balls in the dark. ”

I understand, so I nodded.

On the contrary, there are exceptions to the fact that the famous cotton wool maker follows like a tag.

So I made a Demibeast.

Bloop!

“Huff, huff! ”

Simon, who witnessed the magic, falls backwards. Fire magic is nothing but useless magic, and I've learned that it works wonders when it's used for blackmail these days.

“I didn't want to reveal myself, but as you can see, I'm a wizard. You better not be lying to me. I'm not as patient as I look. ”

“Yes, yes! Master, but I am innocent! I didn't tell anyone who the Master was. Besides, if you don't know the Master's business or his real name, how can you give him information? ”

I stared at him.

I did it on purpose. I thought he needed conviction. Eventually, I nodded and pulled the flame out of my hand.

“Fine. I'll believe you. But in the future, if anyone tries to find out who I am or if there's anything unusual, report it immediately. ”

“Oh, I see. ”

“I'll escort you for a while. Goodbye.”

Simon bows his head and leaves the cowardly room. Immediately, Calmond and Eluna came inside, and I twisted my legs and said to them,

“Give Simon some escort, and have Eluna set up a meeting with the Delfino Merchants Guild. Let me see the face of the merchant. ”

Then there was one person who suddenly came to mind.

“Oh, no more merchant meetings. But first, I want you to meet Confucius Hamel. ”

“I'll schedule an interview. ”

“Tomorrow, right now. ”

Eluna and I met eye to eye. She bows slightly and follows orders.