Chapter 156: Shock of the king
Noah simply smiled and accepted the compliments with gracious humility, understanding that excessive modesty might actually offend someone offering genuine praise.
"Thank you, Your Majesty. I appreciate your kind words," Noah replied before moving to the shelves to offer the king some hospitality. "Please, have some iced tea. It’s been pretty hot outside recently. This should help you cool off."
As a salesman, Noah naturally knew that he had to be hospitable to the king. Besides, he was no longer the cheapskate who worried about every iced tea. Things have changed now, and not only was he rich, he was also producing nearly a hundred of those.
He retrieved two crystal bottles from his display, their contents shimmering with the magical properties that made them far more than simple refreshments.
Elara accepted her drink with obvious happiness, her face lighting up with the genuine pleasure of someone receiving her favourite treat. "Thank you! This is exactly what I was hoping for."
The king accepted his bottle without false politeness, his expression showing someone who had already experienced the iced tea’s remarkable properties. "I appreciate this more than you might realise. I’ve tried this beverage before, and to say it’s anything short of miraculous would be a lie."
He’s had it before. Must have sampled Elara’s previous purchases.
King Aldric took a thoughtful sip, his taste palate allowing him to appreciate the drink’s complexity on multiple levels. "Whether taste, appearance, refreshing qualities, or magical effects—everything is absolutely amazing."
As they enjoyed their drinks, both royals began surveying the shop’s full inventory with their eyes, as if discovering new possibilities. The king’s eyes fell upon displays he had just noticed.