Lace and Daisy sat on a sofa placed around the center of the room. Across from them, Nicola also sat down.
　She is a girl with long golden hair that is tied up in a small tiara-like braid and blue eyes. Her age is the same as Wraith's, or slightly older.

　Unlike earlier, she now wears a calm and mature atmosphere. If she keeps quiet, she doesn't feel uncomfortable even if she's called the daughter of the deep window.

'So, you're okay with the request to build a workshop?
Yeah.

　Nicola has regained her composure completely and treats Wraith as a chitinous customer. I'm sure he's a bit of an oddball, but when you own a shop, you don't neglect customer service.

'Is this your first time owning a workshop?'
No, I understand the requirements for making it.
'I see. That's a quick story then.

　There are two main types of workshop making.
　There are two types of workshops: one is made completely from scratch, and the other is made to function as a workshop by modifying it to meet the needs of the alchemist who will use it.

　In the case of making from scratch, it is easy to create a workshop that specializes in a certain purpose, such as a workshop specialized in making potions or a workshop specialized in making small items.

　The drawback is that this requires a lot of time and labor.
　It can be said that these workshops strongly reflect the preferences of the users.

　On the other hand, in the case of a workshop that is modified afterwards, it is difficult to focus on a perfect application, but the time and effort required are relatively small because the prototype is ready from the beginning.

　Simply put, it's a workshop that can make various things such as potions, simple magic tools and weapons.

　It is often mistakenly believed that the latter workshop is more popular because of its ability to make various things, but in reality, the former has a much larger percentage of users.

　Even among alchemists, there are many who specialize in a specific field, such as potion making.

　Daisy is a good example of this.

　On the contrary, it is rare for an alchemist to use alchemy for various things such as potion making, magic tool making, or even weapon processing like Wraith.

　Reaching out to multiple disciplines means that it's that much harder to learn. If that's the case, it's much more realistic to master one path.

　Because of this reason, the workshop Wraith is planning to establish is the latter.

I already have a prototype of the workshop, so I'd like to make some changes from there.
Hmm, it's rare that they don't make them from scratch.
Well, I can make a lot of stuff out of this.
'All right. Now, let's get down to specifics. In the meantime, what's your budget?
Our goal is to have no more than 200 gold coins. If it's not enough, I'd like to ask for a few more.
Yeah. Well, then, I guess I'll have it all there.

　In addition to Daisy's regular requests, the rewards from the elixir fiasco made Wraith's savings moderate. Furthermore, since the reward for defeating skeletons was also added, Wraith was able to step forward to build a workshop.

　However, because of the purchase of the prototype of the workshop and this processing request, most of the savings would be blown away. Even though it was for the sake of the workshop, it would certainly be a long time coming.

'What are your hopes for the direction of the workshop?'
''I'm mainly interested in making potions and making magic tools. As for everything else, I'll take care of it myself.

　Basically, I'm going to aim for a workshop that can handle everything to some extent, but the two things that Wraiths are thinking of focusing on are potion making and magic tool making.

　These two are likely to be the main source of income in terms of demand, but they are simply the two areas that Wraith is good at.

''I understand.''

　Nicola slurs Lace's wishes on the form. She thinks about the Wraith's budget and how she will apply her hands. The workshop fabrication will vary from alchemist to alchemist, so he has to think about it every time.

''Ah, yes.''
"?　What is it yet?
I just wanted to ask if I could use this...

　Saying that, Wraith took out a stone that glows purple. It's the skeleton's magic stone that he defeated in the forest.

　It was again handed over to Wraith by Raffy after the guild used it to prove its defeat. There was an offer from the guild to purchase it, but Wraith chose to keep it in hand.

'A magic stone, huh? That's a pretty good one too.''
Yes. I was wondering if I could use it to build a workshop.


　The magic stone obtained from the skeleton is one of the highest-grade materials. The fact that you don't have much of a chance to see it, it will motivate Nicola.

''Well, for the time being, I'll have him show me to the workshop, and then we'll figure out what to do with it, taking into account the budget.

　After filling out the form, the conversation is over for now.
　I had to go there first.

Is it all right if I see the workshop today?
Yes, I'm fine.
Okay, I'll just do a quick check. I'll be ready in a moment.
I understand.

　Saying that, Daisy looks curiously at Nicola's figure as she goes upstairs.

'You were able to serve the guests properly...'
No, you've got to be able to do that, or you'd have to show me around and you'd have to have your doubts.
Well, I can guarantee my skills. Your arm.
'Next time you see me, you'll appreciate more than just my arm... I mean, where did you know me?'

　He's someone who makes quite a bit of an impression at first meeting, not just a little bit, but a lot too much. Maybe it's because of that kind of personality that I was able to get to know Daisy, who's twerking.

　

　Wraith instinctively interrupted his thoughts to think that much. It was too sad to admit it to herself.

It's the adventurous spirit.
What, you were an adventurer?

　Wraith was surprised by the unexpected truth.

'I used to be able to use a bit of magic, you know. I retired soon after.
I see.

　Wraith is also only an adventurer in name only, and in reality, he is only active as an alchemist. If she could one day own her own shop and make money, there would be no point in continuing to be an adventurer.

　In fact, Daisy quit being an adventurer when she had her own shop.

'I don't know if there will ever be a day when I retire either.

　I've made up my mind to build a workshop, but I'm not sure if I'll ever have a shop. I have a longing to do so.

　While I'm pondering with a delicate expression on my face, Nicola comes downstairs after finishing her preparations. In his hand, he holds a bag containing various instruments, including a measuring device.

''Well then, please show me around.