No, we searched the alleyway where the monster was said to have entered, but we couldn't find any shadows that looked like it.

　I answered the female patrolman's question.

　This is a lie, of course.
　I know that the monster that went into the alleyway was a beastly Ur.

　On the other hand, the female patrolman replied with a sharp look as if she was probing my stomach.

"Hmmm ....... So the monster has escaped somewhere.

I think so.

So it's possible that it's still in the city.

Yes, it is. But if there have been no sightings since then, I don't think we should worry too much about that.

　I'm not very good at bellyaching either.

　I'm not very good at belly tricks either, and I'm sure they have a pretty good idea of what's going on.

　In addition, if you have a basic knowledge of werewolves and the appearance of monsters that people in the city have seen, it is not too difficult to figure out who the monster is that appeared in the city.

　But at the same time, I knew that even if this lie was exposed, there would be no problem with me lying.

　The reason why I can't tell the truth now is because I don't want the people of the city to know who I am at this point.

　So, if the lie turns out to be a lie, you can tell them honestly that you had such a situation.

　If the person understands what you are saying, you can convince them. If the person does not understand what you are saying, the result will be the same even if you are honest from the beginning.

　The point is whether this patrolwoman is a person who understands.
　Everything depended on that...

　When the patrolwoman heard my words, she took another glance at Uru and smiled, her mouth lifting up in a smile.

That makes sense. We're also short on manpower because we're currently mobilizing a large number of people for another case. We don't have time to worry about a harmless case...

　The female patrolman chuckled at that.
　The next thing I know, she's saying to me.

So, I'd like to rely on your intuition... Do you think this monster racket is something that could harm the people of the city if left unchecked?

　He asks me that with a sharp glint in his eye.

　Oh, I see.
　I agreed and replied to the female patrolman.

No, I think it's okay. Even if the monster is still in the city, if it hasn't reappeared, it's either a coward or a pacifist.

I know. I think so too. There was even a testimony at the scene of yesterday's incident that the monster looked like it was saving a child. Okay, okay. I'm sorry to take up so much of your time. Thank you.

　Then the female patrolman held out her right hand, and I took it and shook it.

No, thank you. Thank you for your wisdom.

"No, thank you." "No, you can't thank me for that.

　Then the female patrolman chuckled again.
　She's a very pleasant person, isn't she?

　In addition, the patrolwoman said, "Oh, yes," and took out a piece of paper and a pen from her pocket, wrote something down, and handed it to me.

I'm sorry to bother you, but I'm troubled by the recent increase in underworld activity in this city. If you hear anything that sounds like drug trafficking, human trafficking, ...... or anything like that, I'd appreciate it if you'd contact me. Here's the direct number for my calling spell. Thank you for your cooperation.

　The female patrolman said, saluted lightly, and walked away.

　A large man and a small man hurriedly chased after her.

"Oh, sister!　Aren't you going to get him arrested?

"They're definitely suspicious, Miss!

　The two of them crowded the female patrolman, but they were patted on the head by the female patrolman.

The two of them were stuffed like that by the female patrolman. We don't have enough manpower, so we don't need to add extra work. I mean, it's a serious situation that we have to use people like you for outside work. Don't add to my work unnecessarily.

　etc., and I was just ignored.

　On the other hand, the children who were watching the interaction between me and the female patrolman seemed to be in a daze.

　Eventually, Iris came to me and asked.

How did you not find out about the lie? ....... The woman was looking at Ur-chan, and I thought she must have noticed, so I was very nervous all the time. ......

　I put my hand on Iris' head and patted it lightly.

No, they knew I was lying to them.

"Oh, ......?　Oh, really?

Yeah. He just let me off the hook because of his situation.

Oh, ......, you mean like an adult. ....... I'm not sure I'm ready to be an adult like you .......

　I'm sure you'll be able to understand why.

　I also patted her on the head.

　We headed back to the Liselle Armory.
　When we reached the store, we walked through the door.

Welcome.

　As we entered the store, we were greeted by the usual line of shopkeepers.
　I still can't get used to this. .......

　However, this was my second time there, so I knew my way around to a certain extent.
　I asked the clerk, who was guiding me, a straightforward question.



"I'm looking for an item called the Shroud of Light, do you have it here?

"The 'Shroud of Light', yes, sir. Please take a seat over there while I check.

　The clerk then led us to our seats and disappeared into the back of the store.

　When the waiter returned a short time later, the owner of the restaurant was following him.

Oh, I thought there was another customer looking for a rare item, but it was Dr. Brett.

　Lizel, the owner of Lizel's Armory, an elven armorer and designer, said this to me as soon as we got close.

　She added, "Hmm ......? I'm sure you'll be pleased to know that I'm not the only one who's had a bit of trouble.

　The girl who was staring at me - Ur - said, "What's this ......?　I'm just a plain, ordinary person. ......? I'm just an ordinary person.

　After a cursory examination of Uru's entire body, Liselle turned to me and said, "Dr. Brett, you're with me.

Dr. Brett, why do you have one more beautiful girl with you?　Do you have some kind of strange attraction?

　He seemed dumbfounded.
　I don't know what you're talking about.

　Liesel, on the other hand, said, "Well, okay," and got right to the point.

The item you're looking for is the Shroud of Light. I'm sorry, but we don't have it. I'm afraid we don't have it, and I don't think there's any store in Ravilton that carries such a rare item. If you want to get one, you'll have to have it custom-made.

How long does it take to get a custom-made item?　I also want to know the price.

　When I confirmed this, Liselle said, "No, no," and waved her hand in the air.

It's not easy to get a custom-made one. You'll need rare materials. ....... In the first place, I wonder how many armor makers in this world have the level of metalworking skills to make that. At least I can't do it on my own. My students are naturally out of the question. Here in Ravilton, I only know of one craftsman who might have the metalworking skills to make that.

　Liselle shrugged her shoulders.