Chapter 34: There’s Even a Law for That
With Penny leading the way, Leon followed behind, carrying the older woman on his back.
To be honest, the woman’s weight was no joke. Even for Leon, it was a bit of a strain. Fortunately, he was fit enough that it was more of a workout than an impossible task.
Luckily, Penny’s home wasn’t far from the saloon—just a little over two hundred meters away, by the riverbank. Calling it a “home” was generous; it was an old, wheel-less trailer converted into a cramped living space.
Leon wasn’t surprised. From the moment Penny had introduced herself, he’d already guessed the identities of this mother and daughter.
In the game, they were both well-known residents. Penny was the town’s only teacher—a self-conscious yet kindhearted and strong young woman. Her mother, Pam, was a foul-tempered, heavy-drinking, stout woman.
It was Pam who had once totaled the bus to Calico Desert while driving drunk.
The two were complete opposites. Most players disliked Pam at first sight, while Penny was far more popular—after all, she was a romanceable single girl.
When they arrived at the trailer, Penny seemed to realize that her shabby home had been exposed to Leon. She lowered her head even further, but still unlocked the door.
“Mr. Leon, you can just set my mother down at the door. I can take care of the rest. The space inside is too small and messy for me to properly invite you in.”