I was accidentally injured by God and I just want to be an ordinary person

A dissatisfied groan came from his throat, and the man clicked his lips lightly.

"It wasn't like this before, but ever since a merchant named Valais arrived on the island a few years ago, prices have slowly been rising. At first, no one noticed, but by the time they realized Valais was driving the other merchants away with prices that were practically equal to cost, it was too late to raise prices any further."

“Wow…”

It seems that the merchant named Valais used prices to drive away other merchants, formed a monopoly, and then raised prices. However, such behavior should have attracted the attention of the island's managers, and they should have intervened to some extent. Besides, there will be more merchants moving in here in the future, so there is no reason for it to become like this.

After Ella told the man her thoughts, she received a long sigh from him.

"Alas, the island's administrator, Lord Wezhi, has indeed been working on this—promoting the island, attracting the attention of other merchants, and setting price limits. However, that Valai always manages to drive the others away, which is why we've come to this. If you, my noble lord, could help us attract some merchants to the island when you return to your territory, we would be very grateful."

The man put the basket aside, put his hands on both sides of his trouser legs, and bowed deeply.

Feeling overwhelmed by this sudden salute, Ella quickly asked the man to stand up straight.

"No, no, there's no need for so much formality. One of the reasons I came to Dragon Island this time was to sell the fruits, vegetables, and cloth I brought with me, so this should at least alleviate some of these problems."

"Really? Thank you very much, Your Excellency. I'll go tell those who didn't get one this morning!"

The man's eyes lit up instantly, and he excitedly stretched out his hands to grab Ella's shoulders, but after realizing that Ella was unexpectedly a very cute girl, he awkwardly withdrew his hands and rubbed them against each other.

"Wait, first tell me how much you sell your things for! As for vegetables, I have gamizu and buno rolls...vegetables? I think that's what they're called. We have some other items as well, but these two are the most common. As for fabrics, they're mainly emerald silk and fairy silk. That's about it."

As she spoke, Ella took out the corresponding samples from the storage and placed them in front of the man. During this time, the proprietress, who had discovered that everything was fine, came out from under the stove. As for the overturned tables and chairs, they were picked up by Ruthie, Angelina and Tila. The girl sat in her original position and looked at Ella timidly.

"Is this... Gagami melon? And Buno slaw? I've seen green silk before, but isn't fairy silk something only nobles can afford? Such an expensive thing..."

The man opened his eyes so wide that one could not help wondering if his eyeballs would fall out of their sockets the next moment, and his mouth was wide open for a long time without closing.

——Could it be that these are actually very rare? Speaking of which, when I handed the fruits and vegetables to Marudo on the cruise ship, Marudo seemed to have said something similar, even though they are often seen inland...

Indeed, the pumpkin-shaped, red Gagami melon and the blue Bueno cabbage are very common inland, and even ordinary people can eat them every day. However, if they are grown on the seaside or on islands where the climatic conditions are not suitable for their growth, they are classified as rare vegetable species and can only be purchased from other places.

This led to difficulties in preservation - most of them could only be preserved by hiring magic casters to use freezing magic every once in a while. In addition, transportation was inconvenient, customs duties had to be paid when passing through towns, and adventurers had to be hired to act as guards to prevent robbers on the road. The added charges from a series of necessary measures made the prices of these fruits and vegetables from other places extremely expensive.

As for storage, Ella can use the "warehouse" with the time-stopping function. As for transportation, there is no problem as long as she can take her own people with her. As for the guarding issue, as long as there is Camisia, safety can be guaranteed in most cases. Therefore, there are no such things that will cause headaches for ordinary merchants, and it is normal to think that the price is set too high.

"Gagami melons and Buno cabbage should fetch three silver coins, a piece of green silk eight silver coins, and fairy silk... Your Excellency, I suggest you take it to the main island of Dragon Island..."

"Huh, it's actually so expensive! I'll leave the promotion to you. As a gift, I'll give you these samples."

"Okay, okay! Thank you, Your Excellency. Thank you, Your Excellency. I'll go help you spread the word right now!"

The man held the sample in his hands, nodded to Ella with gratitude, and ran out of the hotel like the wind.

Clapping her hands, Ella turned around.

"Well then, after everyone finishes eating, let's go sell things~"

Chapter 19: Lotte & Camisia

*创世纪6186年12月23日 晚18:41分 龙岛分岛『布洛里克兹』

"Here are some Gagami Melons and Buno Cabbage. You can buy them for just five copper coins~"

"Those who want to buy cloth can come here. Green silk can be bought for only five silver coins~"

Angelica and Tila shouted energetically from behind the stall.

The stall was a place arranged by the proprietress to thank Ella for helping to drive away the two fighting men, and the business license had been obtained when Camisia handled customs business, so there was no problem at all with the "business" activities that Ella was engaged in now.

Simply put, it’s just selling vegetables.

"What? Gagamigua can be bought for only five copper coins? That's something you normally only buy for three silver coins!"

"And that Cuijuan...that's Cuijuan!"

"I want three gagami melons!"

"Please give me a piece of green silk!"

"Me too!"

The stall, which was originally deserted, was immediately crowded with all kinds of people who wanted to buy fruits and vegetables. Later, Ella even had to go to another building to call other people to come out and help before she could barely keep up.

As for now, it was the break after finishing the work. Camisia, wearing a dreamy white dress, and Lotte, wearing a maid uniform, were walking on the dirt streets to buy food for dinner. As for the others, including Ella, they were so tired from the work at the stall in the afternoon that they lay in bed and didn't want to get up. It is particularly worth mentioning that the person lying in bed and didn't want to get up here was specifically Ella.

Holding the dimensional backpack that had become a common item in her hands, Lotte couldn't help but recall the time when she was surrounded by a group of customers who came to sell vegetables.

"What a disaster..."

"Well, yes, it's far inferior to the Demon Lord's parade, but considering the population of Brorickz Island, it's still quite a spectacular sight. However, I'm sorry I couldn't help."

Camisia lowered her head slightly. Although she could do many things, she couldn't help with selling vegetables. As the acting Demon King, she would never be exposed to such matters, so she could only stand aside and be responsible for maintaining order.

"No, those children wouldn't be able to act without Miss Camisia here."

"Those kids... ahh, they are indeed a group of adorable little ones."

Speaking of the group of well-behaved young maids, Camisia couldn't help but raise the corners of her mouth slightly, but she quickly realized her gaffe and immediately changed the subject to their biggest common ground - Ella.

"According to the locals, the price of the Gagami Melon and Buno Cabbage should be three silver coins, and the Green Silk should be eight silver coins. Why did the princess lower the price so much? Lotte was there, right?"

Putting her index finger on her chin, Lotte thought for a moment, tilted her head slightly, and responded to Camisia with a smile.

"Well—Miss Ella said that if we sell it at that price, ordinary residents will have a hard time buying it. Profiting from commercial activities is only a secondary goal, and the main goal is to make people here happier. Although the price has been greatly reduced, considering the price of two iron coins per flower purchased at the Holy Academy, it's still several dozen times the profit."

"Huh... The princess's kindness is truly something I can't comprehend. Whether it's helping that girl for free or selling fruits and vegetables at a low price like now, if you want to make those people happy, wouldn't it be better to just give them an equivalent amount of gold coins to increase your reputation? They would also repay you with gratitude. Perhaps there is a deeper meaning behind the princess's actions... I don't understand."

After speaking in a tone that was almost like talking to herself, Camisia let out a long breath and continued to add.

"But we can be sure that the princess we serve is a kind and pure person. The entire demon clan probably thinks the same way."

"Well, unlike us, you don't do anything with a clear purpose in mind. That's exactly what's so charming about Ella-san."

After exchanging a glance and confirming each other's thoughts, Camisia and Lotte smiled together.

It seemed that this scene was too shocking. The surrounding residents were all stunned at this moment, staring at the two of them.

Realizing that her and Lotte's misbehavior had attracted attention, Camisia coughed lightly twice.

"Ahem, let's first complete the task the princess has assigned me—buy some local cuisine."

"Well, it took a little while."

The two searched the street and soon found their target.

Pointing to the extremely long line of stalls winding in the distance, Camisia suggested to Lotte.

"Lotte, that one might be more suitable."

"Even if Miss Camisia says so... I'm not sure if that place will be good. Hmm—Miss Ella likes spicy and sweet dishes, so I think it's okay based on that... But if we wait in line for a long time, Miss Ella will have to wait a long time—"

"You can use your noble status to make them give way."

"Ahahaha... I don't think Ms. Ella would like this..."

With a wry smile, Lotte responded to Camisia who was about to ask the people in front to leave. She turned her attention to a nearby empty shop and quickly led Camisia to the shop. The shop was simply written with the words "Brorickz Fried Noodles".

"Brorriczu fried noodles... It's a dish I've never seen before. Does Miss Camisia know about it?"

"Hmm... I've had it with the Demon King before. It tastes quite strange, but it's not bad."

"It's okay to just try it first, right? Is the boss here? Please give me two servings of that dish called 'Brorickz Fried Noodles', one with sugar and one with chili pepper."

"..."

There was no response. The old man who looked like the boss was standing at the back of the shop and chatting with other people.

"Those were Orichalcum-rank adventurers, and the Deep Sea Lord sent them flying in a single blow."

"Oh, so who's stronger between the Deep Sea Lord and the Sea Dragon?"

"That must be—"

She could vaguely hear the conversation between the old man and several other older people. Thinking that the old man might not have heard it because her voice was too soft, Luty spoke a little louder.

"Could I have two servings of Brorickz's fried noodles?"

"That must be Hai Long Qiang!"

"I think it's the Deep Sea Lord!"

The boss and another old man had an argument. In just a moment, both of their faces turned red. Ruthie couldn't help but marvel at the speed of their expressions.

But Camisia next to him seemed a little unhappy.

"Hey, give me two servings of Brorickz Chow Mein."

"The Lord of the Deep Sea is..."

Before the boss could finish his words, Camisia stretched out her upper body, stretched out her hand, grabbed the old man by the scruff of the neck and pulled him in front of her.

"Two servings of fried noodles."

"You're really angry...Okay, two servings of Brorickz Chow Mein."

When the angry old man turned around to teach Camisia a lesson, he caught a glimpse of Camisia's horrified expression of impatience. He immediately put away his previous annoyance and replaced it with a smile.

"Um... one with spicy sauce and one with sugar."

"Okay, little sister."

After saying this, the old man began to calmly make fried noodles. There was nothing wrong with his movements and ingredients. Perhaps because he didn't like silence, the old man raised his eyes slightly and glanced at Camisia and Ruthie, then chose to talk to Ruthie, who seemed easy to communicate with.

"Is that red-haired lady over there your sister?"

"I guess... I guess so..."

"Is that so?"

"We are people who serve the Master together."

Hearing this, the old man frowned and murmured in a low voice with some dissatisfaction.

"This must be another noble looking for a concubine. Tsk, these nobles are really... Ah, I take it back. Please pretend you didn't hear me. Here, here are two servings of Brorickz's fried noodles for you."

The old man subconsciously raised his head because he felt a little cold on his head. Seeing Camisia's almost explosive gaze, he immediately changed his words and admitted his mistake, and handed the Brorickz fried noodles to Lotte.

After picking up the chopsticks and taking a bite, Ludy nodded.

"Hmm, Miss Ella will probably like this flavor. Counting Miss Angelina and the children, I'll give you thirteen servings."

"Okay, one silver coin for each. Together with these two, the total is one gold coin and five silver coins."

As he said this, the old man stretched out his hand to ask Ruthie for money.

"Um... isn't this price too high?"

“Where there is demand, there will be products. As long as there is demand, even the most expensive items can be sold.”

The old man said this while chuckling nonchalantly.

Camisia snorted.

"Hmph, now I know why it's so deserted here."

But the old man who had always been soft-hearted was now quite tough, and pointed with his chest out at the shop next to him where there was a long queue.

"This is a fair price. The place next door charges one silver coin and five copper coins for one portion."

Following the old man's gaze, Loti and Camisia saw that the shop next door did indeed have a price of one silver coin and five copper coins. Not only that, Loti and Camisia also understood why there was a long line in that shop over there - because the person in charge of selling things was a young, beautiful woman with big breasts.

There was no other choice. Since Ella wanted to try some local cuisine, she had no choice but to choose the cheaper one. Camisia took two gold coins from her storage before Luty did, and was about to hand them to the old man when the woman noticed Camisia's gaze and followed it to the old man, who was about to take the money.

"Grandpa, it's time to close the stall."

"..."

"..."

"..."

The three of them fell into an eerie silence.

Camisia slapped the countertop of the stall, and the sound made the old man tremble all over.

"Hey, she called you grandpa just now, didn't she?"

"I...I'm not really sure."

"Hoho? Are you and your family colluding in fraud?"

Camisia reached out and grabbed the old man's chest.