The Magic Absorbing Herbs
After spending the night at his family home, Wataru and his companions quickly transported themselves to the otherworld the next morning. Their destination: the Apothecary Guild.
The guild receptionist, who had clearly come to recognize Wataru, gave him a knowing look, as if to say, "Ah, it's him again."
"Here for the chronic treatment potions today?" she asked.
"Well, I do need those, but I've got another reason for being here," Wataru replied.
She raised an eyebrow. "Oh, I see. Is it about the new aphrodisiac formula then? I know they're working on it, but no new products just yet."
"That's not it!" Wataru exclaimed, his face turning red.
"Oh, really? Then why else would you be here?" she asked, tilting her head. "It's usually one or the other with you."
"Can you not treat me like I'm here for only those two things?" he shot back, incredulous at her assumption.