I just hope to live a leisurely life in the world of anime.

"If it really is such a magical artifact, I can't afford the price."

"Huh?" Subaru Natsuki was stunned. This shouldn't be! This old man is big and burly. According to the tropes of other worlds, shouldn't he be an easy-to-scam, big, dumb guy? I didn't expect him to be so thoughtful!

He gathered his thoughts, feeling somewhat unwilling, and was about to argue his point when Grandpa Rom changed the subject.

"Saying it's about capturing time is a bit of an exaggeration, but this thing of yours can be 'drawn' in an instant, and it's even more exquisite than the works of highly skilled painters, so it has some value. Those nobles should like it. I can only give you a base price, conservatively estimated at twenty holy gold coins, and maybe more!"

"Really? Thank you! I'll keep this for now. When Felt comes back, I'll use it to exchange for Emilia's items!"

He seemed quite sincere, and since Natsuki Subaru didn't know anything about these things, he didn't want to haggle and waved his hand in agreement.

Although I don't know how money is converted in this world, a gold coin with the word "Saint" in front of it must be very valuable.

"Sure, but I'm not sure if Ferut will trade with you. If the items are of equal value, she probably won't refuse. You can wait patiently for a while."

Want some milk? I bought some at the 'Ghost' Merchant Guild yesterday, and since I'm in a good mood today, and you're such big customers, I'll give it to you for free!

"No need, thank you!"

This was the second time that Mr. Rom had offered them drinks, and Subaru Natsuki dared not accept. What if he was drugged or something? Wouldn't he be doomed before they even started?

He thanked her, stepped back to Emilia's side, and winked at her.

Having mistaken him for a stingy person, Emilia blushed slightly and stammered an apology, "I'm sorry, Subaru-kun... I'll have someone send the money over in a bit to redeem you!"

Natsuki Subaru scratched his head and chuckled, still with that familiar expression, "It's okay! Consider it a small token of my appreciation."

"Tsk tsk, feelings? Young man, you don't happen to like my daughter, do you?" The kitten stroked its chin in the air, analyzing with a wise expression, but at the same time touching on the sensitive lines of the two people.

"Parker!"

"How is that possible!"

They shouted at the same time, then froze for a moment, looked at each other, and then turned their heads away in unison.

Grandpa Rom had a little to drink, and his face was flushed. Who hasn't been young?

That's what he was thinking.

The man in black robes remained silent, only increasing the frequency of his tapping on the table.

An Shu took everything in and nodded almost imperceptibly. That's more like it!

A magical artifact that can control time can be bought for 20 holy gold coins? That's too cheap. It seems that in the original story, Lord Rom was just pretending to be stupid to amuse him!

But seriously, isn't this just the protagonist's halo? I've known Emilia for so long, and she still only addresses me as "sir" in a distant way!

Do I look unapproachable?

Unlike An Shu, who was engrossed in watching, the little girl seemed a bit bored. Since An Shu was holding her and she couldn't move, she could only occasionally curl her hair, pinch An Shu, and make funny faces.

Seeing her brother deep in thought, she turned around and sat facing An Shu, her slender legs swinging apart on either side of An Shu's waist. She hugged An Shu and rubbed against his chest, occasionally giggling foolishly.

An Shu sensed something and gently patted her back.

On this afternoon, a strange sense of peace filled the air, and the weariness of summer made people drowsy.

The silence didn't last long; a rhythmic knocking sounded at the door.

"Deal with the big rat?" Old Man Rom put down his wine glass and shouted towards the door. His voice was strong and clear, showing no signs of drunkenness.

The knocking stopped, and then the door was kicked open!

bang——

A loud bang was heard, and sunlight streamed in from outside, but not directly, as the sun was about to set.

"Hey, Felt! You wild girl, I just had the door fixed last week! Is it so hard to give a secret signal?"

When Grandpa Rom saw who it was, he started yelling and shouting.

Ferut, however, didn't seem to care. He snorted twice and said, "Tch, things were going pretty smoothly today, but then I got ambushed by a red-haired guard! It took me a while to escape. Old man, quickly get me a glass of milk!"

"I've raised you for nothing, you have no respect for your elders at all!"

"Hey, hey, hey, Mr. Rom, you're still... wait, what are you doing here!"

Just as Felt was about to make a joke at Rom's place, he realized there were other people in the shop!

One of the striking silver-haired individuals looked very familiar!

###Chapter 133 The Beginning of the Battle###

"What do you mean by that look?"

Unable to stand Felt's look of disbelief, Natsuki Subaru questioned her.

Sitting in the chair, Felt shook her head, finished her milk in one gulp, and said, "It's nothing, it's just that I've never seen such good-tempered owners of lost items. Even though I stole your things, you can still come and buy them in a calm manner."

"So you know you stole it?"

Looking at the badge on the table and comparing it to Rom's physique, Natsuki Subaru suppressed the urge to steal it.

Felt ignored Subaru's dissatisfaction and continued, "Someone has already reserved this badge for me. The highest price she offered was twenty Saint Gold Coins. What about you?"

"How come the badge is yours again?"

“Don’t worry about the details, young man,” Old Man Rom said, defusing the situation. “Their starting price is an interesting little item, and the starting price is conservatively estimated at twenty holy gold coins!”

“Is that so?” Feru nodded, then suddenly turned to the silent man in black robes in the corner and called out, “Boss! Is there anything you want to say?”

The rhythmic tapping on the table stopped abruptly. She stretched, and Natsuki Subaru could vaguely see her voluptuous figure, which even the black robe couldn't contain.

Her soft voice, tinged with languor and allure, carried a subtle hint of reproach: "There's always a first-come, first-served order, isn't there?"

"I'm sorry, I'm a businessman, and you know how businessmen are—the least trustworthy, except, of course, President An Shu!"

Since Mr. Rom has said that their conservative estimate is equal to your highest price, if you don't have a higher offer, then I'll sell it to them!

"Oh dear, what a greedy little brat! Although I really wanted to offer a higher price, the person who hired me only gave me twenty holy gold coins."

So... I'm sorry!

"Get out of the way!"

Subaru Natsuki was the first to notice something was wrong, as he had been observing the other person's movements.

Natsuki Subaru had seen scenes like this, where the dialogue suddenly shifts and a hand reaches inside the clothes, countless times on TV!

Without a second thought, he shoved Emilia aside and jumped up to kick Felt, who was still sitting upright.

"What are you doing..."

Felt, who was in mid-air, was puzzled by Subaru's actions and was somewhat annoyed. She landed with a roll and half-kneeling on the ground, and her voice stopped abruptly!

thump——

The crisp sound of a blade piercing wood!

On the wooden chair where she had been sitting, a strangely shaped scimitar was deeply embedded! It was even shaking and humming due to inertia!

"Good reaction, young man!" The hood of the black robe had been removed at some point, and everyone could finally see her face clearly!

Intellectual and elegant!

These two words are definitely not enough to describe it! But the breathtaking beauty made their minds go blank for a moment, and they couldn't think of any other words!

"Dare to cause trouble?"

Grandpa Rom was stunned by this series of sudden changes. When he came to his senses, he roared and, emboldened by the alcohol, disregarded his old age and grabbed a big stick next to him and rushed forward!

"They're giants? I've never seen a giant's intestines before! I wonder if they're any different from ordinary people?"

She remained as composed as ever, facing Mr. Rom, who was several sizes larger than her, without any fear, wielding a scimitar of the same design in each hand as she fought him!

"Intestines? It's the famous Elsa Gransilt, the Intestine Hunter!" Old Man Rom didn't slow down his swinging of the wooden stick, and he didn't forget to remind everyone.

"The Bowel Hunter? Is he famous?" Natsuki Subaru, who knew nothing about it, looked at the two girls next to him in confusion.

"This looks like things are going to get a bit complicated!"

Parker, who was in mid-air with his claws crossed over his chest, looked rather unwell. He couldn't exert much of his strength in this state. The old man was old and frail and was obviously no match for him. But thankfully, An Shujun should still be there!

Thinking of this, it felt relieved.

The outcome of that battle is about to be revealed!

Although it was only a few rounds!

As expected, when Rom swung his wooden stick with all his might, Elsa feinted and took a half-step back to dodge the attack!

Taking advantage of the moment when his remaining strength had dissipated and his new strength had not yet been generated, Elsa slid forward and her short knife went straight for Rom's arm!

Looking at the chilling white light on the sword, I knew that if I slashed it, my arm would definitely be severed!

"Danger!" Ferut had obviously noticed it too and hurriedly warned him.

Doesn't Grandpa Rom know? Of course he does!

After all, he's a veteran of countless battles!

But is there any other way? By this time, it's too late to change tactics!

The only option is to turn to the right, trying to minimize damage!

Elsa smirked and pressed close to Rom as he moved, relentlessly giving him no time to breathe!

Seeing that he couldn't avoid it, Lord Rom made a desperate decision: to attack the enemy's defenses!

He gave up resisting and swung the wooden stick with all his might!

Ding--

All that was heard was a crisp sound!

The kitten lowered its paws, and the ice shield that had just blocked Rom's way shattered into pieces!

"I've been on guard against you, you little sprite!"

With a giggle, Elsa retreated after her attack, and using the momentum from her stomp on the floor, she jumped out again!

Their target was clearly those three people over there!

"Watch out!" Parker shouted, and was about to intercept her when he was interrupted by a flying dagger!

Emilia wasn't one to be trifled with! With a wave of her hand, she unleashed three ice blades!