Since it's the god's decision, I'll follow it without complaint, but honestly, I can't help but wonder why, out of so many things, this particular one was chosen.
"Rather than that, wouldn't it be better to make something else first..."
But as if my doubt was unexpected, the god pondered for a moment, then smiled slightly and answered.
"Sometimes, too much knowledge can be a poison. Compared to the other things you showed, it might seem trivial, but if made well, this item can also be a great help."
After saying that, the god went into the compounding room and came back with a sample in about ten minutes.
"You can make at least ten or so in this short time, but to use it properly, it needs to dry at room temperature for about a day. However, that can be solved by making a large batch in advance."
"It's true that it's easy to make and good for mass production, but will this really make money? I don't think that many people have private bathrooms..."
Miach's explanation was convincing, but... honestly, I didn't think this would sell well.
"Kai..."
When I honestly expressed my feelings, the god made a somewhat resigned expression and spoke to me in a weak voice.
"...Yes?"
"If you underestimate women's desire for beauty, you'll be in big trouble."
"Ah..."
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Now, five days after starting to produce and sell bath bombs,
"Rose scent, 10 of them! No, 20 of them!!"
"I'll take 10 of the lemon scent!!"
"I don't care if it's just the basic one, please open the door!!"
Looking at the women crowded in front of the shop, I felt like I was watching a scene from a zombie movie where a horde of zombies gather to break through the glass window and come in.
"The only difference is that this is real, not a movie, and the ones gathered are female adventurers, not zombies..."
"You're talking weird again..."
"...Just talking to myself, senior."
"Ahaha... They're gathered in droves again today."
To put it simply, contrary to my worries, it was a huge success.
"...How much did you all make yesterday?"
"...Probably around 800?"
"Haha... I think I made about 1000..."
The problem was that it was too successful.
"God..."
"Hmm?"
"I think I was underestimating it in my heart..."
"Haha... I didn't expect it to be this successful either."
The marketing method I used also played a part in this level of success.
"Who knew that giving samples as a service when buying potions would be so effective..."
Before starting proper sales, to gauge customer reactions, I tried the common method from Earth of giving out samples of new products as gifts with purchase. The response was overwhelmingly good.
"You might grow into a great merchant later on."
"I want to be an adventurer..."
"Haha. Just joking, don't worry."
"...Say that after changing your expression first."
The price of the bath bombs was 50 valis each, which is about 5,000 Korean won per piece, not that expensive, but
"To purchase bath bombs, for adventurers only, you must buy at least 2 potions."
We added a rule that for adventurers only, you must buy at least 2 potions, which cost 500 valis each, to be able to buy them, generating proper profits.
"At first, I wondered why such a rule was added... but seeing this situation now, if we hadn't added it, we would have been in big trouble."
With that, our Familia, for the first time since I joined, was able to have a full meal.
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"Hehe! Finally got it!"
"Even though we already have enough potions, we bought more."
"What's the big deal~ There's a rule that adventurers have to buy 2 potions to sell them."
"Is it that good?"
"Yes! I want to take a few on this expedition!!"
"Really?"
"I'll lend you some later, so Tione, you should try it too!"
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'Plop!'
"Mmm~ The subtle rose scent is definitely good."
"...Is the water temperature okay?"
"Yes, just right."
"Then..."
"Wait."
"Yes."
"I heard there are several other types besides this rose scent, right?"
"Yes, besides rose scent, there are six more types."
"Really? Then should we go pick some out ourselves later?"
"That's..."
"Hehe, it's not like you're going to look for 'Oz', right?"
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As time passed and the date to repay the debt arrived, Dian Cecht came to the shop with Amid.
"Ah, you've arrived. Shall I show you to a seat?"
After some time, the sight of customers blocking the shop front from the morning disappeared, but the bath bombs remained a best-selling product, becoming a lifeline for our Familia.
"...Tsk!"
Perhaps because of that, Dian Cecht's expression wasn't very good, unlike last time.
"...Long time no see."
"...I apologize for last time."
"...You got a haircut?"
"Ah, it seemed a bit long. Anyway, let's go inside first."
With that, I decided to deal with the creditor myself, as the two were busy making potions and bath bombs.
"Let's talk while having some refreshments."
Since I heard the debt repayment date was today, I prepared drinks and snacks in advance, like last time, and
"...Tastes good."
"This cookie goes really well with the milk tea. What's it called?"
"Ah, that cookie is called a marguerite."
Fortunately, it seemed to leave a good impression again.
"Then... about the debt."
"I was wondering when you'd bring that up."
"I brought it here."
"Of course, you can't pay it all... what?!"
I handed a heavy bag to the bewildered Dian Cecht.
"Unfortunately, since our Familia has debt, they wouldn't issue a check, so I brought it all in valis. Still, I've put all the amount for this time and the unpaid costs from last time in the bag, so please check."
Managing the Familia's finances is entirely up to Miach and Naza, so I still don't know the exact amount of the debt or how much money is in that bag.
'Actually, I didn't ask, but...'
"No... that guy isn't the type to lie about something like this, so I'll check it later."
"...Is that so? Thank you for trusting me."
Unexpectedly, Dian Cecht easily let go of the money-related matter.
'...So he's not entirely an evil god?'
Unlike the impression he gave last time, he didn't seem fundamentally rotten.
"Rather than that..."
"Yes."
"My cup is empty, fill it up."
"Ah, yes."
Looking at it this way, he seemed like... just a grandfather who's a bit greedy for money and jealous.
'Come to think of it... what was this guy's original mythology?'
All I know is that the two gods, Miach and Dian Cecht, are from Celtic mythology; I don't really remember the proper stories.
'Well... like all myths, it was probably a mess.'
While refilling the cup, I made eye contact with Amid, who was glancing at me repeatedly, and
"...Is there something you're curious about?"
"...No."
"Hmm?!"
Dian Cecht, sensing something, hurriedly took the money bag and Amid and rushed out of the shop, and
"...What's going on?"
I was suddenly left alone to clean up the table.
"Kai, Dian Cecht left the shop as if running away. Did something happen?"
"From what I saw, nothing happened..."
"...Is that so?"
"More importantly, would you like some of the leftover cookies? I baked a lot."
"Mmm~ Your cooking skills are still good."
"I prepared some for Naza senior too, so please pass them on."
"Okay."
Satisfied that I had put out the immediate fire, while cleaning the table, I found a pure white handkerchief left where Amid was sitting.
"Oh dear... should I go return it?"
Thinking that since they just left, I could catch up if I went now, I immediately prepared to go out.
"...Huh? Where are you going, Kai?"
As I was about to go out, Naza, who was sitting at the counter, called out to me.
"Amid left something behind. I'm going to return it."
"You're so unnecessarily sincere..."
"Not as much as Miach, right?"
"...Can't argue with that."
"Well then, I'll be right back."
'Ding-dong!'
Leaving the shop, I hurried toward Dian Cecht's shop, and
"Ah, there they are."
Fortunately, I found the two not too far away.
"Amid...!"
Just before I called out her name, Dian Cecht looked at Amid and cautiously spoke up.
"You're really not interested in that guy who's only good-looking, right?"
"...As I said, I was just looking at him."
"The expression you made earlier doesn't match those words..."
"No, I'm not!"
"So it is?! Whatever else, he can't be from that Familia!!!"
"No, I said I'm not!!"
It didn't seem like a place for me to intervene, so I was about to run away immediately, but
"Huh? Ah, it's Mr. Kai!"
A regular customer suddenly appeared, calling out my name, and
"?!!"
At the same time, Amid turned around at a terrifying speed and made eye contact with me.
"Ahaha... well... you left your handkerchief..."