Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear

Bear-san, Gives Fina’s Present, Royal Capital Edition Part 2

Thanks?

When I tilted my head to the side, Uragan stretched out his thick arm and showed it to me.

Uragan’s arm has something like a black gauntlet attached to it.

“It’s my armor, made from that Scorpion.” (Uragan)

“And that chest plate too?” (Yuna)

The armor on his chest was also black.

“Yeah, it’s light and easy to move around in. And it’s sturdy. Recently, I was attacked by a tiger wolf on my arm, but this armor saved my life.” (Uragan)

He laughingly said while rubbing his gauntlet.

No, it’s dangerous… That is what I would want to say, but I can’t speak for others because I remember attacking the Black Tiger.

“That’s good to hear.” (Yuna)

If the armor had been poorly crafted, the attack could have rendered his arm useless. Well, I don’t think even iron could be chewed up easily. If he’s benefiting from the added lightness, then it was worth giving the scorpion carcass to him way back then.

Materials are only meaningful when they are used. It doesn’t make sense to store it away like a certain someone.

……Now, I have to figure out how to use the materials in the bear box.

……Though it seems that there’s no choice but to sell them.

“Everyone was thankful for this armor. It’s easier to accept high-ranking quests. Soon we’ll be rank C.” (Uragan)

Uragan said happily.

There is nothing wrong with equipping yourself with good-quality armor and rising in rank. Wearing such high-spec armor would typically be a big deal for a lot of adventurers.

That’s what I gave away, after all the trouble of getting it.

Some are are lucky, and there are others unlucky in life. Luck is not equal to everyone. If it were, then everyone would win the lottery and everyone would be rich. But that would never happen. More often than not, more people often miss out. Above all, everyone’s life is unequal from birth.

I believe luck is also a force of nature.

If Uragan had a luck parameter, it might be a high number.

But it must be accompanied by action.

It was only because Uragan had accepted the request at that time that he could meet me and receive the materials. He would not have met me if he had not accepted the request. If that had happened, I would not have been able to give him the materials of the Big Scorpion.

The same can be said with the lottery. You won’t win if you don’t buy the tickets.

“Well, good luck then. We’ll be going now.” (Yuna)

“Oh, I’m sorry for stopping you. Let me know if you need any help next time.” (Uragan)

“I’ll be counting on you then.” (Yuna)

I don’t have anything to ask for right now, but there might be something in the future. So I’ll graciously accept Uragan’s generosity.

We parted ways with Uragan, and I took Fina and Shuri outside the Adventurers’ Guild.

“He had a scary face, but he was a kind man.” (Fina)

“Yeah, his face was scary.” (Shuri)

And that’s why Shuri was unusually quiet.

Well, he has a stern face, but his personality isn’t bad.

More decent than a certain goblin-faced adventurer in Crimonia.

It seems he kept his promise and didn’t even talk about the giant Scorpion. I think Sanya-san would have kicked up a fuss about it if he did. Or maybe she forgot because she was able to meet Ruimin and Mumroot-san, but that shouldn’t be the case.

“Where shall we go then? Is there a place you want to go?” (Yuna)

“I want to see Shia-neechan! Also, I want to go to the castle! I want to go to that high place.” (Shuri)

I asked Fina, but Shuri raised her hand and answered instead.

Although we can meet Shia, the castle isn’t an easy place to enter. No, we can, but as expected, I think it’s impossible to go to the top of the castle.

“I think Shia is at school, so we can meet her later. And we may have to put going to the castle on hold, I guess? Where do you want to go, Fina?” (Yuna)

“I want to buy souvenirs for Mom and Dad.” (Fina)

Indeed, it might be a good idea to buy souvenirs in the royal capital. Aside from Tirumina-san, I can’t tell Genz-san that I have been to the Elven village, Dezerto, and the Land of Harmony. But the royal capital is within the range of my activities.

If he asks where we went, we can answer that we went to the capital and then gave the souvenirs.

Thinking that far, as expected of Fina.

“Then let’s go see Shia while we do some random shopping.” (Yuna)

We decided to walk around until Shia came back from school.

As usual, my outfit attracted stares, but I ignored them as long as no one attacked us. I am used to people pointing fingers at me.

However, I kinda feel sorry for Fina and Shuri, who’re with me.

“Sorry.” (Yuna)

“What’s wrong?” (Fina)

“Why are you apologizing?” (Shuri)

They suddenly seemed to have no idea what I meant when I apologized.

“I stand out because of my appearance” (Yuna)

“It’s a little embarrassing, but I don’t mind being with Yuna-oneesan, so it’s okay.” (Fina)

“…Thank you, Fina.” (Yuna)

I was so happy that I stroked Fina’s head.

“I don’t mind either. I love you, Yuna-oneechan.” (Shuri)

“Thank you too, Shuri.” (Yuna)

I also stroked Shuri’s head.

“Well then, let’s go over there.” (Yuna)

“Yes.” (Fina)

“Un!” (Shuri)

We browsed through and went inside various stores. Fina and Shuri seemed to be enjoying themselves.

Even though I have been to the capital several times, it’s a huge city, and I cannot visit all of it in one or two days. And even in the same place, there are new discoveries to be made.

It’s been a while since I’ve been out with Fina and Shuri, and we’re having fun.

But if only there were no stares.

Well, it can’t be helped, it’s because of my appearance.

Seriously, when I meet him, I’d ask God why he put a cheat performance on a bear costume.

“Fina, Shuri. I’m sorry to bother you, but let’s turn right there.” (Yuna)

In my direction, we turn down the road and go a little further.

“Yuna-oneesan. This place is…” (Fina)

Fina stops in front of a small, single storefront.

“It’s Morin-san’s shop.” (Yuna)

Here is where we met Morin-san and Karin-san and invited them to join us in Crimonia.

“Can we check inside for a moment?” (Yuna)

Morin-san has asked me to visit her store if I go to the capital, at least once in a while.

I hadn’t been here recently, so I came to check on it.

“Yes, it’s ok.” (Fina)

“Un, OK.” (Shuri)

With their permission, I opened the door with Morin-san’s key and went inside.

Nothing has changed.

It’s a little dusty. I’ll have to come back next time to clean it. I would also have to air the place out if I could, but I don’t have time for that today.

But I guess Fina read my feelings.

“Yuna-oneesan, would you like to clean this place up a bit?” (Fina)

“Cleaning?” (Yuna)

“Yes. Otherwise, I’d feel sorry for her and her house.” (Fina)

She’s a sweet girl.

“I guess so. Well then, let’s do a little cleaning up.” (Yuna)

“I’ll do it too.” (Shuri)

Shuri also raised her hand.

We decided to do some light cleaning.

Will Morin-san and Karin-san come back here at some point?

Of course, I’m not going to stop them.

But I hope they stay in Crimonia as long as possible.

After cleaning up, I asked Fina and Shuri since I have somewhere where I wanted to go.

“Can I stop by Ghazal-san’s shop for a moment?” (Yuna)

Ghazal-san is the dwarven blacksmith who made my mithril knife. I had brought Rikka-san, who had a crush on Ghazal-san, a little while ago. I’m also curious about how the two are doing, and I’m planning to go to the Dwarf city later, so I thought I’d check them out before that.

“Yes, I also want to meet Rikka-san.” (Fina)

“Oneechan, who is Rikka?” (Shuri)

It can’t be helped that Shuri doesn’t know her.

“Etto, Shuri, you know Uncle Gordo, who made the knife for both of us, right?” (Fina)

“Yeah, I know him. When I went to Uncle Gordo, Nert-neechan gave me sweets.” (Shuri)

“You have to say no.” (Fina)

After hearing that Shuri received sweets, Fina warned her.

“But don’t tell Mom, Nert-neechan gave it to you.” (Fina)

This is where I feel uncomfortable. Even though they are husband and wife, they addressed Gordo-san an uncle and Nert-san as neechan.

Gordo-san is a bearded uncle, while Nert-san looks like a young girl.

I don’t know if it’s because of how she looks or if Nert-san makes them call her that, but I’m not going to ask why. Some things are better not known.

“Anyway, Gordo-san knows Ghazal-san, and Ricca-san is his wife.” (Fina)

Fina explained it plainly.

Shuri seemed to understand… or not.

Either way, they permitted me to go to Ghazal-san’s, so we head to his store on artisan street.

“Here it is.” (Yuna)

I opened the door and entered the store, where an iron golem greeted me.

He decorated it properly.

“Oh, it’s just like the one in Uncle Gordo’s store.” (Shuri)

Not surprised by it, Shuri approached the iron golem and touched it.

“That’s because I gave them the same one.” (Yuna)

Shuri is happily touching the iron golem.

And here, I thought Shuri would be surprised if I shouted “Wah~!” from behind, but I restrained myself.

If Shuri cries or something, I’ll be in big trouble. But still, I’m tempted to do it.

I was about to call Ghazal-san, as there was no point in staying at the entrance forever, but I could hear the sound of ka~n, ka~n, hitting the iron from the back of the room.

Ghazal-san seems to be at work. But he’s not alone here.

“Ricca-san~, are you there?~” (Yuna)

“Yes, coming ~.” (Rikka)

When I called out to the back of the shop, I heard a reply from the back, and a pretty woman came out.

“Yuna-chan?” (Rikka)

“Ricca-san, it’s been a while.” (Yuna)

“U wa~a, it’s really been a while.” (Rikka)

It feels like it’s been a really long time since I’ve been in the Dwarf city. I went to the Land of Harmony, took down a giant snake, then went to Euphalia for a magical exchange meet. I’ve been so busy with so many things.

“Also, Fina-chan, long time no see.” (Rikka)

“Yes, Ricca-san, it’s been a long time. (Fina)

“Etto, this girl looks like Fina-chan, so maybe she’s your little sister?” (Rikka)

“This is my sister Shuri. Cmon.” (Fina)

Fina pushed Shuri back.

“I’m Shuri.”

“My name is Ricca. Nice to meet you.”

“Un, nice to meet you.”

Now that the greetings are over let’s get down to business.

“Ghazal-san, is he free to talk?” (Yuna)

From the back of the room, I hear a ka~n, ka~n, hitting the iron. I know he’s at work. But if he’s available, I would like to briefly talk with him.

“Ummm, I don’t think he can right now, but I think he’ll be done in a bit, so have a cup of tea while waiting.” (Rikka)

Since he’ll be done shortly, we decided to wait.

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Author’s Note:

……It’s funny, the story doesn’t progress.

※ I’m sorry if Shuri met Rikka-san just now. I checked at one point, but it’s possible I missed it.

※ Thanks to everyone who has reported typos. I apologize for not being able to reply but thank you.

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