Chapter 38 What Should I Do
When I returned to the inn, Corbett-san and Brigitte-san greeted me.
"Soutome-sama, Princess, welcome back."
"Corbett-san."
"Yes, what is it?"
"I have become Goshujin-sama's butler and maid. It would be best if I quit being a princess, right?"
"Yes, but how should I address you?"
"Well, for me, please call me 'Rosalia.'"
"Yes, Rosalia-sama."
"Not 'sama,' but 'san.'"
"Yes, Rosalia-san."
"That's right."
"Oh well."
I couldn't help but make a comment.
"Goshujin-sama?"
"Oh, yes. I'm sorry. But you know, I don't really like being called 'Goshujin-sama.' It feels like I'm the master and you're the servant."
"If that's the case, how should I address you?"
"Well, ah, Corbett-san used to be the former chieftain, right? Then, just call me like that."
"Yes, 'Oyakata-sama.'"
"That's right. Then let's go with that."
"Is it alright if I call you like that, Goshujin-sama?"
"It's better than 'Goshujin-sama.' I don't really like being called that in public."
"Understood, Goshujin-sama. Then, everyone will address you as 'Oyakata-sama.' I will address you as Goshujin-sama."
"That won't change, huh? I just wish that at least in public, I could be called the same as everyone else..."
"Understood. In public, I will call you 'Oyakata-sama,' and in private, Goshujin-sama?"
"Yeah, I guess that can't be helped."
"Thank you."
"Oh, by the way, in this place, each room can't cook, right?"
"That's correct. It seems like it used to be an inn."
"Yeah. Inns usually come with a dining hall or a tavern, right? So, there should be a kitchen in the back. I think we can take turns using it and share."
"Yes, that's a good idea."
"I think so too. Alright, let's start unpacking the things we bought."
In the place that used to be the cafeteria, there are multiple tables. There, I take out the items I bought from my inventory one by one.
"I'm going, here we go."
A large bag made of a hemp-like material, filled with grains. From vegetables to meat. Since I told Rosalia-san that I don't mind, she bought a ton of supplies. I lined them up one by one.
When I came from the village to here, I took out the necessary things, but I intended to take care of what I could get here myself. So I bought a quantity of food that would last for about 30 people for a while.
I was organizing the items I took out from my inventory with Rosalia-san, Corbett-san, and Brigitte-san. Because of the amount, it doesn't feel like we're going to finish anytime soon. I think I gave Rosalia-san about three gold coins on the spot as the budget. And yet, she bought so much that it's like, "Did you really buy this much?"
"Dear"
"Hmm?"
"This won't end anytime soon like this. We need help, so please call someone."
"Yes, understood."
Upon hearing Brigitte-san's words, Corbett heads up the stairs to the second floor. After a while, everyone, including the small children, gathers with a total of 30 people. The women go in and out of the kitchen, while the men provide support.
"Hey, Rosalia-san."
"Yes, what can I do for you?"
For now, I pack about 10 gold coins into a bag and hand it over.
"This is for Corbett-san and the others. They might need daily necessities, right?"
"This much... Are you sure?"
"The Black Forest Human tribe's Norwood settlement, they said it's like my dependents, right?"
"That is correct."
"Don't you think it's wrong for me to say 'let's leave the settlement' and make my family suffer?"
"Thank you so much for everything..."
"Yeah, and this is something Rosalia-san has. You might need it for shopping, right?"
Then, separately from Corbett-san and the others, I handed over other bag.
"I think I'll be working on Oso (Dreadful element) toxin treatment from tomorrow morning until evening, all day long. I don't have time to take care of the house."
"Yes."
"And also, can you gather everyone except the small children?"
"Understood."
After a while, about 20 people gathered in front of me.
"Rosalia-san, since you haven't finished cleaning up, can you hold off on drinking alcohol? Can you distribute this instead?"
I had bought bottles of fruit water and placed them on the table. Rosalia-san gave instructions and they quickly spread around.
"Alright, for now, Rosalia-san."
"What is it?"
"Do you know what 'Cheers (kampai)' means?"
"Yes, it's a signal used when toasting with alcohol for celebrations or congratulations."
"Uh-huh."
I'm sure someone has told them this.
"Well then, good job on everything. Cheers."
'Cheers?'
About half of it is swallowed.
"--phew. It's not alcohol, but it's cold and delicious. Cold drinks, they're not dependent on the season, huh? ...Ah, keep drinking. Is it tasty?"
Seems like some people are trying it for the first time, cautiously putting it in their mouths. But those who like the taste will gulp down about half of it in one go. Those who don't will just touch their lips and smile wryly.
"I'm planning to take a day off tomorrow, and then go back to my main job the day after. I take a break once every six days, but from morning until evening, I'm at the 'Adventurer's Guild Headquarters' treating Oso poison. The Oso poison shouldn't cause discoloration or pain for a while, but since I haven't found a fundamental solution, I think it will recur someday. Even with the Watterhill's."
'Yes.'
"So, if you get injured or feel unwell, just come see me. I'll treat you on the spot."
'Yes.'
"And also, for the time being, I'll take care of your food, clothing, and shelter. But I think Corbett-san has already told you, 'Keep working, right?' Of course, later on, you can enjoy things like drinking alcohol for leisure with the money you earn yourselves."
Everyone seems to agree, right? Mm-hmm.
'Yes.'
"I think everything, including the environment, is different from where the village was. But, because this is such a big town, I think there are plenty of jobs."
'Yes.'
"For those who want to work, I want them to go to the guild and register as "adventurers." It's not like I'm telling them to become adventurers. There are various requests gathered from this city there, and they should be able to get various advice."
'Yes.'
"Well then, I'm going to take a bath, have a drink, and go to bed. If something happens, contact Corbett-san and Brigitte-san, and then to Rosalia-san. Well then, good work."
'Yes, good work.'
I stood up from the chair and turned around. As I walked towards the exit.
"Um, Goshujin-sama?"
"Hm? What is it, Rosalia-san?"
"I was wondering where I should live..."
"Sorry, I completely forgot. There should be a spare room, so you can use any place you like."
"Yes, thank you very much."
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