“Fufufu, is this really okay? You can ask me for a favor you know?”
“I don’t have the courage to ask for a favor from the royal family. And so, how’s this story connected to the greatsword in the end?”
“Oh, that’s because this has been formally handed over to me.”
As she said that, Rionne lifted the case that contained Muspelm.
“Umm, in regards to the matter Rionne-sama mentioned just now, is it because the greatsword already belongs to you?”
“Because the owner had appeared in this way, thus I thought about a different method if I could not be engaged. In the first place, to forcibly place a present under my control, even though I also wanted to make the sword mine, the main reason is to prevent it from falling into the hands of the aforementioned impertinent guys.”
“Doing something like that is completely useless.”
“I won’t deny that.”
The higher-ups didn’t seem to be monolithic too.
When looking closely at the privileged class called the nobles, there may be a rotten part that exists.
“So in other words, having decided the greatsword was a present, without an engagement, Rionne-sama formally obtained a powerful weapon, and I can avoid any meddling from the country, huh?”
“Naturally, I’ll fully take out from my personal assets to compensate for the price of the sword. And I also understand perfectly that this one is worth more than I can afford. But, please, sell it to me!”
The last sentence was an entreaty.
She may have been depressed because she had never had a weapon that could bring out her potential. Was how Shin thought, and desperation could be felt from Rionne.
True power couldn’t be demonstrated if there was no weapon that corresponded to their ability. Rionne seemed to understand that.
“I only want to continue being an adventurer in the same manner as before, so if there is no further meddling from the country, that would be good as a condition. However, if possible, I want to enter the restricted zone in the royal magic library though.”
“Is that really all? You don’t have to hold yourself back.”
According to the common sense of this world, it could be said that it was impossible to have dealings for a weapon of 《Legend》 grade.
“For now, it’s information that I want, not money. Unlike a weapon, I can’t get information, somehow or other, even if I take out money.”
“Though I also understand that…Fumu, how should I say this, you have no greed, Shin.”
Rionne said as she was a little astounded.
Certainly, information was sometimes worth more than gold. However, information that was equal to a 《Legend》 grade weapon was not common. Even though Rionne has visited the zone that required reading permission, what kind of information does Shin seek? She had no idea at all.
“The one that defeated the Skull Face is Shin. Though it became complicated due to the place where it pierced, the property rights are originally Shin’s. With one of these, you could probably obtain a large sum of money to live the rest of your life without having to work. On the other hand, this sword is something that I don’t know if I could obtain even if I piled up money. If you hand it over without any reservations, I’ll be suspicious that you have ulterior motives.”
“That’s just how much I value information.”
Rionne conjectured that there was some kind of special meaning in Shin’s words.
However, she didn’t voice her guess, because she didn’t want to pursue it there.
“Then, Rionne-sama, it’s a deal?”
“Of course. To tell you the truth, I have used this greatsword several times already and I have grown accustomed to having it in my hand.”
“………”
The only thought in your head is of obtaining that sword after all, was what Shin didn’t say.
She didn’t know that she could have requisitioned it even without informing Shin, so he was able to maintain a good impression of her since it was properly negotiated for.
If Shin could get through this without any meddlesome discussions, then a greatsword of 《Legend》 grade was a cheap price to pay.
“I’ll have your library permit delivered later, where are you staying?”
“It’s an inn called Bear Point Pavilion, in the west district.”
“Understood. Gadras, make the arrangements.”
“Roger that”
When Rionne talked, Gadras, who had remained silent until now, answered.
“Shin-dono. For this matter, please accept my thanks. It seems like the princess will finally be able to fight without reservation now.”