I, Rio, Iris, and Maifa were ushered into a reception room where we were made to sit side by side on a sofa and welcomed with tea and cake.

　You will find a lot of things that you can do to make your life easier.

I'm sure you'll be able to figure out what's going on.

No, I don't know either. ......

I thought we were looking for new weapons and armor. ......

...... But the cake is good. I don't ...... feel bad.

　The four of us snacked on the cake and enjoyed the tea.
　It's a pretty good cake and tea leaves. .......

　After waiting for a while, Lisel eventually came into the reception room with several shopkeepers.

I'm sorry to keep you waiting. I'm sorry to keep you waiting, but I'd like to take your measurements and take your picture with the magic camera. Come on, you guys. Take these ladies to the photography room.

　When Liesel said that, Rio and the three of them were taken out of the room again in a flash.

　For a moment, I feared for the safety of my students, but then I realized that Rio and the others were much stronger than the bodyguards that Liselle had brought with her, so I decided that even in the worst case scenario, there would be no problem.

　And so it was just the two of us in the reception room, me and Liesel.
　Liselle sits down on the sofa facing me, and starts to talk to me.

"You seem to be a connoisseur. I'd like to know what you think of our products.

　There was no one else in the room, just the two of us, me and the elf girl.
　Since we're talking about this, you don't want anyone else to hear.

　Then... I thought, and I answered as frankly as I was told.

"I'm not flattered by your selection and visual design, owner Liselle. I'm really impressed with that.

"Hmm. So you're saying you can't evaluate the quality of the armor?

No, technically, I thought there were a few pieces of armor that were of high quality, but... There are a few pieces of high quality armor, but I'm not sure if they're worth the price.

I'm sure you're right. I'm not sure what to make of that.

　So said Liselle, getting up from her seat.
　Then she walks to the corner of the room and starts playing with the leaves of a plant that was there.

　Then, in a slightly downcast voice, she said, "Is armor useful in battle?

In the event that you've got a lot of money, you're going to need to be able to pay for it. But in reality, there are only a few brave men who can be connoisseurs. Most of the brave people are happy to buy our products. ...... In the end, even if the contents are a little bit good, the product will not sell.

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

　Then Liselle came back and sat down on the sofa, giving me a fragile smile and continued.

She smiled a fleeting smile at me and continued, "The armor you described as 'reasonably high quality,' I'm sure I made it. I'm honestly glad that you think so. The rest of it was made by my apprentice. But I believe that the appearance of the armor and the way it's sold are part of being a good craftsman. My peers don't approve of my ideas, and they always give me a bad name. Oh, I hate backbiting.

"Oh, um, .......

　I finally couldn't take it anymore and decided to make a comment.
　Liesel puzzledly asks me back.

"What is it?

No, I'm just wondering why I'm being talked to like that. I didn't give you a bad name, did I?

"Ugh. ....... It's just that I wanted you to hear my side of the ...... story as well. ......

　I'm sure you'll be able to understand why.
　I think it's a little cute, but I wonder how old he is. .......

　I still don't know what he's talking about.
　I'm not sure if he's just looking for someone to spew his arguments to ......?

　Anyway, let's direct the conversation to what I want to hear.

I'm not sure. You mentioned something about designing costumes for my students. What did you mean by that?

Oh, yes. That's what you were talking about.

　Liesel regained her composure.
　She takes out a piece of paper and a pen, and quickly draws the costumes.

　That's amazingly fast work.
　A true professional ......, no, an expert's skill.

　Then she shows me the simple but beautiful costume drawing she made.

I also design costumes for stage idols. No, I think I'm more good at that.

"Oh?

　Stage idols are visual stage singers in pretty costumes who perform various live events such as singing, dancing, and talking to captivate the audience.

　In this artistic city of Ravilton, idol activities are also popular.

　When a top-class idol unit holds a live concert, large halls are packed to capacity, and I've heard that many fans even come all the way from far away to see the show.

　But does that mean...

No, wait a minute. It's true that our girls are much prettier than most idols, but they're in the middle of training to become great heroes. They don't have time to waste on idol activities.

　I'm not sure what to make of that.

I'm sure you're not the only one.　What are you to them?　You don't look old enough to be their father.



I'm their teacher. My name is Brett and I'm a teacher at the Academy for the Brave. And what's wrong with calling something cute? It's a fact.

"Oh, yeah. ...... All right, Brett. I'm not going to get into that any further.

　Not only was I stunned, I was given up.
　I'm just telling you the truth. .......

I'm not going to go any further into that. It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

　Liesel said and pondered.
　I'm not sure what to make of it, but I'm sure it's worth it.

...... Yeah, I guess you're right. Whether they are idolizing or not, it's a crime to keep them in such modest outfits. It's a loss to all humanity. I can't let that happen. What suits them is a pretty coordinated idol outfit. This is non-negotiable.

"Well, what are you talking about, Liselle?

　I don't know if this guy is okay. .......
　I'm not sure if this is a good idea, but it's a good idea.

...... What, I'm just telling you the truth. I don't know why you're so upset. I don't get it.

"Oh ....... I'm not going to go into that again. But you can't be a hero in an idol costume. If you don't wear proper armor, you'll be in danger when you encounter powerful enemies.

"So what?

　I'm not sure why you don't understand," she said, then added.

I'm saying that I'm going to design armor for them, using materials made from magical fibers. Please let me do it.

　Oh, ......?
　I was taken aback by this unexpected offer.

　Just then, Rio, Iris, and Maifa, who had finished taking measurements and taking pictures, returned to the reception room.

"Hey, bro, after all this time, why did they measure our chest circumference and take pictures of us?

I was a little nervous because the teacher wasn't there and we didn't know anyone. ......

I told him that if he was going to sell the ...... photos as bromides, he should negotiate with his brother about the rights fee. No stone unturned.

　I'm not sure what to make of that.

　I patted them on the head one by one as a sign of appreciation for their hard work.
　Rio, Iris, and Maifa looked as comfortable as a cat being petted.

　On the other hand, the elf craftsman Liselle stood up from the sofa she was sitting on.

So think about it, Dr. Brett. I'll see you to the exit.

　And so it was that we left the Lisel Armory.

　But as we were leaving the store, we encountered another incident.

　When we were near the entrance of the store, we heard some shouting.

"Hmph, you're still doing this scam business!　You're no match for me. Get me Liesel!　Today, today, today, today, she will break the high nose of that fox elf!

　When I went to see what was going on, I found that it seemed to be a male dwarf who was making a racket near the entrance of the store.