Chapter 52: Nightfall
After leaving the "Hephaestus Main Weapon Shop," Eina's curious gaze never left Liam. As an employee of the Adventurer's Guild.
She had a basic grasp of the situation of various Familias, and the older sister who had spoken with Liam was the strongest smith.
Helping to upgrade a weapon for free.
This wasn't what surprised Eina the most. To be precise, it was that conversation between adventurers, Tsubaki's praise for him.
Self-created sword style…
Walking side by side inside Babel, the half-elf young lady, ultimately unable to contain her curiosity, looked at Liam and asked.
"Liam-kun, are you really a new adventurer?"
"My adventurer registration information was all handled by you, Miss Eina. Would you say I'm a rookie?"
Liam felt there was nothing to hide about this, asking back with a smile.
Hestia and Hephaestus having a good relationship wasn't exactly a secret in the heavens. He simply explained the cause of the matter.
Finally, he looked at the half-elf young woman beside him, who now had a look of sudden realization, and made an invitation with a pure attitude, "Miss Eina."
"There's something... I might need your help with."
"Go ahead."
She had already steeled herself to be treated as a "utility person guide." When it actually happened, Eina couldn't help but feel emotional.
After all, for her, this was a first date in every sense.
But seeing Liam's earnest expression, she found herself unable to say no. She sighed helplessly, "What is it?"
"I want to find a Second-Grade armament."
Receiving her consent, Liam made his request, not forgetting to add, "Preferably a short sword... and the price shouldn't be too expensive."
"Alright."
The half-elf young lady's ears drooped slightly, her face calm, showing no emotional fluctuation. She recalled the beginning of their date today.
She wanted to say something but held back, finally suppressing the urge to complain.
"Come with me!"
Following Eina's steps, they went to shops that weren't as famous as "Hephaestus" but whose quality and price were reasonable.
Ordinary weapons could be made by forging apprentices.
The Second-Grade armament Liam was looking for already required a skilled smith. They looked through many different shops.
The final result was somewhat unsatisfactory.
It wasn't that he hadn't picked a favored piece of equipment, but purely that the Valis he had on hand wasn't enough. A short sword of similar appearance and style.
Also forged from Mithril.
The selling price was still as high as 700,000 Valis. To buy it, he would have to complete Lili's commission, along with some Dungeon exploration.
"Lacking money."
For an ordinary adventurer, owning one Second-Grade armament was completely sufficient, let alone a short sword personally forged by Tsubaki.
Unfortunately, the special nature of the Sword Soul class was just as money-consuming in the DanMachi world.
He had to be fully equipped with weapons to face different combat situations, selecting the most suitable equipment for the environment.
Liam, of course, thought this way and was putting it into action.
"Shall we look some more?" Noticing the slightly silent expression on the young man's face beside her, Eina hesitated inwardly.
She gently reached out her hand and proactively took his, preparing to go look at other weapon shops.
If the financial gap wasn't particularly large, she actually really wanted to tell Liam that she had some savings from her years of work.
"I already have an idea."
His wrist was held by a slender, cool jade-like hand. Liam turned his head and noticed Eina's worried gaze.
He wasn't particularly concerned about the shortfall in Valis.
Instead, he wanted to take care of the half-elf young lady who had been patiently accompanying him. A smile covered his face, his tone earnest.
"Besides."
"For our first date, I hope to leave Miss Eina with a good experience." In this situation, he had to be direct.
Watching the young woman's elven ears gradually turn red.
Liam decided to take the initiative, proactively taking Eina's somewhat cool, slender hand. As for their next destination.
It was exceptionally clear: a proper date, of course. ---
The DanMachi world was somewhat similar to a medieval style, yet modern elements like pleated skirts, maid outfits, and coffee.
Also existed.
No girl would refuse dessert, let alone while drinking coffee.
Enjoying the warm afternoon sun splashing on her body, the rich aroma of hand-poured coffee, and the peaceful daily routine of a date with Eina.
Leaning back in a rattan chair, Eina had arranged her red pleated skirt very safely. She was enjoying a rare holiday from her work leisure time.
Holding a ceramic cup in both hands, with dessert placed before her.
Her slightly squinted eyes and the smile hanging on her lips were full of contentment. She sighed with emotion, "Time passes so quickly..."
"Does Liam-kun have any plans for the afternoon?"
"Mm, I have to celebrate the past few days of Dungeon adventures with my Lady Goddess. There's been a breakthrough of sorts." His schedule was packed.
If there were no other arrangements, wandering around Orario with Eina.
Listening to her talk about the local customs and trying specialty foods – Liam thought that would be quite nice, a good way to relax.
"Oh."
"Liam-kun is mentioning another girl during a date again!"
A Familia gathering was something that couldn't be refused. Eina could only use teasing to cover her inner reluctance to part, not wanting to delay Liam's time any further.
Next up, she could just read a book at home.
She took the last sip of her warm coffee, her smile exceptionally bright as she stood up, "I still maintain the same view I had when we met this morning."
"The process of the date isn't important; what's important is that it's with you."
"No need to see me off. Liam-kun should go handle his own affairs first!" She preemptively cut off any thoughts Liam might have.
Eina tilted her head slightly and waved goodbye.
Just then, a little girl with a flower basket ran towards Liam, looking up with expectant eyes, "Big brother, want to buy some flowers?"
"Yes."
It was a very pleasant date experience, so Liam felt a sense of ceremony was important. He would end it with this bouquet of flowers.
As for what followed, it was nothing more than a short rest. As evening approached, he took Hestia, who was working at the fried potato ball stall.
To "The Hostess of Fertility" restaurant to celebrate.
There weren't many adventurers at this time. They chose a seat by the window and ordered many more dishes than usual.
Very rarely.
Hestia ordered a bottle of wine at the restaurant. The dinner tasted as good as ever. During the meal, they shared his Dungeon experiences.
After this not-so-thorough celebratory banquet ended, night gradually fell.
Liam wasn't particularly impatient. He escorted the slightly tipsy Hestia back to the basement of their Familia home.
He prepared water for her to drink when she woke up and covered her with a blanket.
While Hestia was sound asleep, carrying the weapon Tsubaki had helped forge and upgrade, he decisively set off, leaving the abandoned church.
Dark clouds shrouded the night sky, and the moonlight was a rare absence from this land.
It added a hint of oppressive atmosphere to the city of Orario. Liam, wearing a grayish-brown cloak, gradually blended into the darkness.
His destination was clear: the Soma Familia home on Southeast Main Street.
"So."
Passing through the crowds of adventurers on the street, he finally arrived at the bustling central area of the Entertainment District. Liam looked at the conspicuous building ahead.
A wine cup against a crescent moon background symbolized the Familia's name.
His calm face showed no emotional fluctuation, but his eyes were full of anticipation, "All S-rank ability scores, fighting above my level…"
"It shouldn't be difficult, right?"
(End of this chapter)
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