Chapter 21: Weapon Plans (1)

The sun rose quicker than I thought, but such details didn't matter as I was more lost in the finalization of the weapon I planned to get made. A weapon with a growth effect, which meant it would grow with me! I'd never have to get it replaced unless it broke, but that's why I'm also working on a way to throw in a restoration effect as well. However, that makes the price jump drastically.

'Maybe a fusion effect would work better? I don't have Playful Cloud yet, nor the Inverted Spear of Heaven and Earth. Opting for a staff in frame for now would be good; then I could have it absorb both of the aforementioned weapons later! I could also give it more later, but having to learn so many weapons would be inefficient. So, I'll stick with the staff and spear, but if I could absorb the effect of the extermination sword into the spear, that'd be great!'

My thoughts were very expensive, but spending this much on a weapon was worth it in every way. Sure, I really didn't need to get a weapon since I'd be fine without one with all the abilities I'll have eventually, but you never know what could happen! This weapon might save my ass later.

Duh~Duh

"You can come in, Aura." I allowed for the elf's entrance. Honestly, the thought of making Aura's life harder did come to mind, but that entertainment wouldn't last very long, so I didn't waste my time with such thoughts.

Bowing slightly while entering, Aura spoke, "Enkidu-Sama."

"...What did you just call me?" I could feel my face twitch. Her words were strange, although they did kind of fit her whole demeanor, but still, this woman was acting weird!

"Sorry? I called you Enkidu-Sama. Is that a problem?" Aura tilted her head in confusion.

"I mean, not necessarily, just why would you call me that? In my opinion, the only person you should address as 'Sama' is Artemis and not me." I spoke my thoughts as I tidied up all the notes I had written down. These notes and drafts contained the weapon ideas I'd been working on all night, so losing or damaging any of them would be a little inconvenient. I wouldn't forget them, but re-writing and drawing would be aggravating!

"I was told by Artemis-Sama that you were my boss and I was your assistant. I thought 'Sama' was the right way to address you."

"She really said that? I can't see her, who was being so jealous about you being near me, saying that!"

"Yes, it threw me off as well, but...that's what happened!"

"Why did you pause then?"

"..." Aura didn't answer.

'Haha, clearly something else went on, but I don't really care all that much. I already got my answer!'

I put the papers in a folder and the folder in a bag that Artemis lent to me. It was a basic black bag, just big enough for the folder; it resembled more of a suitcase with a strap that could go rest on my shoulder. Now that I'm ready, I left the room and went out of the manor where Artemis already had the carriage ready with Rethusa (Rethy) in the driver's seat.

"I'm sure I don't need to tell you to join Rethy, right?" Since Artemis gave her to me, I ordered Aura to help Rethy. I entered the carriage, which was the same one that got attacked a little over a week ago. Artemis, with her beautiful blue hair and green eyes, was sitting and waiting for me, her face adorned with a small smile, very different from the playful smirk from last night!

I waved at her and she pointed in front of her, signaling for me to take the seat in front of her. I did without hesitation and made myself comfortable.

"Good morning!" I can't lie; I was in an outstanding mood today.

"Hehe, good morning! Somebody is really happy to use my money."

"-_-" I didn't say a word and just turned my head towards the left. I'd be damned if I gave her the satisfaction of agreeing. Silence in these situations was always the best answer!

In no time, we arrived at the Hephaestus Familia, and since we had an appointment, getting to the woman in question was easy. Our scheduled time was for 9 am, and since it's around 8:30, we'd be waiting for a little, but that's fine. It'll give me more time to add or remove some things from the weapon drafts!

'Even when curing her, this weapon will cost an insane amount of money. Easily 10,000,000,000 at the minimum if she offers the most generous of discounts.' Of course, she could decide to be even more generous, but realistically, this number will be around the cost! However, I can't lie; I hope that Hephaestus decides to be SUPER generous.

"Hey Artemis, do you have enough money?" I whispered into her left ear, which caused her to jump a little, but she didn't want to ruin her image in any place outside of the Familia, so she controlled herself. I explained a little more in detail, which caused her face to blank out!

"A-Are you serious?! What happened to the original weapon plan?!" She began freaking out, but I reassured her that if she didn't have enough, then I'd handle it somehow. This, for some reason, didn't calm her down but instead made her even more worried.

"Why are you still worried?"

"Listen, Enkidu...I don't mean this in any disrespect, but when you say you want to handle something, it typically involves darker methods."

"I don't know what you are talking about!" I smiled like an angel with no hint of deceit.

"Ha!" Artemis scoffed, and we continued joking around until we heard a knock on the door!

Du~Du~