Chapter 78 - 77: Back at Overlord.
While the new members were getting their blessing from Hestia, the other members were going through the market.
Yourichii walked with quiet grace at the front of the group, his haori moving with the breeze. His presence naturally drew glances from the onlookers.
Behind him, Tsuare walked quietly, eyes locked on Yourichii's back. She clutched a pouch of valis given by Lioro in her hands and took occasional glances toward him, her expression torn between awe and hesitation.
Finally, after gathering up her courage, she made her move.
"Y-Yourichii," she called gently, stepping closer. "Um... I heard there's a blacksmith stall nearby that sells unique daggers. Do you want to go look? Not that I need one! But maybe you... might?"
Yourichii blinked, turning his head slowly. "Daggers?" He tilted it slightly, his face showing confusion. "I use a katana."
Tsuare flushed in embarrassment. "R-right, of course... silly me... heh."
Elsa, in the middle, was looking at the scene with interest.
Bell at the back was chatting with Ninya.
"I'm telling you," he said, "they put honey on the apples after they roast them."
"I've never had honey on fruit before," Ninya replied, curious.
