Chapter 117: You’re Acting Strange
Emily didn’t notice Clint’s disappointment. Leon did, but with Emily right there, he didn’t know what to say.
Luckily, Gus rang the bell from the kitchen, reminding Emily to serve the food. While she stepped away, Leon turned to Clint.
“Thanks, Clint. Once I’ve got the money and ingots ready, I’ll be counting on you to upgrade my tools.”
“Sure. Come by the blacksmith shop anytime you’re ready. I’ll deliver the furnace recipe to you tomorrow.” Clint nodded, though he didn’t sound very enthusiastic.
“Alright. Oh, by the way, I should tell you… the straight sword you gave me? I passed it on to Abigail.” Leon looked a little embarrassed but decided to be upfront.
“What will you do if you run into monsters in the mines?” Clint didn’t seem concerned about the sword being gifted away—after all, it was Leon’s to handle as he pleased. What worried him more was how Leon would deal with the monsters in the abandoned mines without a weapon.
“I’ve got something better now. Ever heard of the Galaxy Weapon?” Leon replied. Clint’s generosity made Leon feel that this honest, good-natured blacksmith was someone worth befriending.
“Of course. The most powerful weapon in existence—granted only as a reward from Yoba to worthy followers, the pinnacle armament wielded by those of exceptional talent.” As a blacksmith, Clint was naturally familiar with the Galaxy Weapon.
Then he realized the implication in Leon’s words. “So… you got your hands on a Galaxy Weapon?”