Chapter 132 - Volume 7 (1/2)

Volume 7, Chapter 14: In the North, Part 3

“What kind of price are you charging for this quality? Although it’s a new product, the strength is lower than the last model, so make it cheaper!”

He really looks like Francois-san.

Also, looking at the racks of weapons, there are signs saying [New Product] or [Up to 15% more magical conductivity], or [Surprisingly Powerful Design] etc… have those other worlds leaked this contamination here?

The person yelling enough to cause the manager to sweat was a tall, muscular, well-groomed man. Ah, rather, a “Woman~.”

Surely as a noble, they have plenty of money, why are they being so cheap?

I guess it can’t be helped…

“If you let the strength of a weapon fall, perhaps your priorities are off.”

“Ara, Dearie, do I know you?”

“C-customer-sama?”

I want to get a price cut as well, now.

…Hmm? Did I do something strange?

In a case where a manager is having trouble with a customer, it’s natural to join in, to have allies in getting a discount…

Hehehe, I truly am a Demon.

While here, I’m projecting my newly integrated “Yuzu” common sense, rather then Yurushia.

I feel like I’ve moved up as a Demon as a result.

Seeing what seemed to be a noble girl join into the price bartering, the broad shouldered person laughed, a wide smile on their face, while the clerk’s expression fell dramatically.

“H-however, this product is a breakthrough in the use of new alloys…”

“And yet, it’s twice as expensive as any other weapon of this strength, It’s too high. As such a valuable repeat customer, I demand you make it cheaper.”

“Maa maa~, hold for a moment. You wouldn’t want to spoil your beautiful face, no?

“Ara?”

As I gently interrupted the tirade, my new comrade gave me a dazzling smile, stretching their stubbled cheeks. I return the smile in kind and restart the conversation with the manager.

“To what extent has the strength fallen? Please explain.”

“Well, this material is…”

Although the explanation took a long time, in short, it has better overall performance, but the strength dropped by a step due to the new material. It seems like the high price is due to the research expenses that went into the creation of the new material, rather than the material itself being expensive.

“I understand, but while it may be natural to include development costs in a new product, a sword with a lowered strength can’t be called a finished good. So, how about we use this other price instead?”

“… I see. It’s too expensive.”

“It can’t be helped for a new product to some extent, but with that performance, anything more is impossible.”

“… Understood.”

With the new price being discounted to the same as the previous model, I buy two swords and the large man buys one.

He seemed frustrated that he didn’t get it for even cheaper, but he seemed to like the new product so he didn’t raise a fuss.

The store manager seemed relieved that Francois-san’s annual visit went smoothly, it seems he was expecting a larger discount.

“He~ey, Manager-san.”

“…Wh-what is it?”

As I spoke up, the manager looked at me with a slightly intimidated expression.

“It will be okay; this day can still end on a good note. Would you like a special Magic Formula to increase the strength of this magical weapon?

“… HoHo.”

The store manager’s composure shifted to that of a cutthroat merchant in the blink of an eye.

The magic items in this world are not miniaturized or very complex since they rely on magic stones.

I have made my own formations, but in this case, I’m trying to sell Atra’s more common place permanent enchantments.

After an example was placed on a weapon and the strength increase was demonstrated, the negotiations with the manager closed at a sale total of 200 gold coins – about 20 million yen.

I also wanted a patent fee, but I might save that for the larger engagements.

“I’m back!”

““Welcome back, Yurushia-sama.””