The next day.

　I've thought for a while now, but it seems that basically nothing is impossible to create except for things related to life.
　It was possible to create clothes, and of course, food.

　In terms of restrictive things, there are levels.
　But even so, the restrictions currently in place were mostly about equipment.

　Who had spread the word that a blacksmith was someone who could only make weapons?
　He was good enough to want to think so.

　Self-sufficiency was now possible.
　Now I'll just have to raise the level of my skills.

　For now I look around at the furniture that was in the inn.
　Then I fix the furniture that is damaged or has been damaged more and more.
　The beds and chairs were all equipped with automatic recovery, but not even the small items.

　I always want to give you the best room possible. Along with that feeling, I look at the room.
　

　Especially after gaining skills, the furnishings are all more excellent than what you see in those high-class lodges.

　That's why it was good for me to go around fixing things up.
　However, my father-in-law warned me, "What are you doing on your day off?　So I had to be careful.

　When I finished repairing the furniture, I packed up my things and left the inn.
　From here on out, it's time to hunt monsters.

　It might be more accurate to say that I will be collecting magical stones.
　The equipment is already in place, so hunting demons is not difficult.

　........But even so, thanks to the excellent weapons, hunting demons is much easier.
　However, you also need to acquire skills that are as good as the weapons.

　While being aware of the technical aspects of the game, I took down the goblins.
　When I've killed a certain number of goblins, I round up.

　I got about thirty magic stones.
　Now I can finally get my hands on some new rank equipment.

　With that in mind, I returned to the inn.
　When I arrived at the inn, my mother-in-law, who was at the reception desk, seemed to notice me.

Oh, Lelius. You have a visitor here to see you?
...A visitor?　Who is that?

　I had no idea.

You must meet the man who's staying in the last room on the second floor. How would you like to meet him?
Well, okay.

　What the hell is this?
　I walk up the stairs with my mother-in-law smiling mischievously at me in the background.

　When I reach the farthest room, I knock on the door.

"Yes, who is this?

　It's a woman's voice.
　...Who is it really?

This is Lelius.
Oh, you're Lelius?　We're opening it now!

　The one who came out with a happy voice was a woman.
　She's probably about my age, or a little older.

　The tightly fitted clothes suggest a seriousness, but she seemed to be struggling a bit in the chest area.
　Oh, they're big. I almost turned to look at her, but it was rude.

　I desperately stared at her face.
　The woman looked at me and looked a little nervous.

''Ha, nice to meet you!　My name is Krua!
Mr. Krua, you are........er.....so what do you want?
I'm a merchant, and I'm...

　With that, she showed us a handprint that was a merchant's proof.
　.........Fake, I guess.
　It's not going to come out that it can be made or something. Because it makes me want to break it with a hammer.

You're a merchant, right? I heard it's pretty hard to get one.
Well, yes. I'll have to join the merchant's guild and then follow my mentor around and be recognized by him.
...I see.

　As I recall, the Craftsmen's Guild was similar.
　By being recognized by their master, they would finally be able to create what they wanted to create.

''So, Krua-san. What do you want from me?
Oh, I'm sorry, sir. I've heard about the reputation of the inn and in fact, I've come to stay here a few times.
'I see. Thank you for that.
'No, not really. ...And I thought the best thing about the inn was the furniture.

　.........well, it certainly seems to be quite well received and I'm happy to see it.
　I wonder if that's why she came to see me?

　Only my parents know that I make furniture.
　It reminds me of my mother-in-law.

　It could have been a good thing for me, or it could have been about me.
　Krua-san stared at me and ducked her head.

"I don't mind if I do, but would you be willing to sign a contract with me?
But I'm not an upholsterer, you know?
Yes, I'm aware of that. But your parents tell me that all the furniture in the house is highly regarded because of your modifications. We thought you were a talented cabinetmaker, Mr. Lelius!
'.........

　I see. I guess that's not a bad thing for me, and that there is a way to make a living as a furniture maker in partnership with a merchant.
　But as I said before, I'm not a member of the Artisans Guild.

''I know you don't belong to the artisans' guild, but I'll take care of that one.
How is it possible to get a handle on it?
''Yes. The Craftsmen's Guild and the Merchant's Guild are in a close position. We have a lot of help from each other, so it's quite possible.

　I've certainly heard that story before.
　The merchant is in a position to sell what the craftsman has made. Also, the merchant may gather materials and get work.

''I won't do anything to interfere with Lelius-san's manufacturing.......can we sign a partnership agreement?

　When it comes to a partner contract, it should be very important for a merchant.
　If my products don't sell, her position as a merchant will be in jeopardy.

　It's an important choice that could determine her future life.
　And I can't create the original," she said.
　This is something you need to tell them for sure.

As I'm sure my parents have told you, I can only make something better from what I have.
What's the meaning of...?
Well....

　I took out my hammer, a divine weapon, and destroyed a nearby chair.
　Krua-san's eyes widened at the sudden action.

　Before she can say anything else, I use those materials to create a chair.
　Krua-san's eyes widen.

'I'm a 'blacksmith' by profession. It's a good idea to be able to use the materials to create this kind of product, for example, if you ask me to make an original item, I can't do it. Therefore, our partnership agreement is--

　I've been told that every craftsman can make something unique to themselves.
　They create things from scratch, and I am fundamentally different.
　The only thing I can make from scratch is weapons, armor, and accessories.

''That's too awesome!　This isn't normal!

　Krua-san reacted differently than I had imagined.