Miss Witch's Cat
Chapter 71 The situation is urgent
Chapter 71 The situation is urgent
When he learned that Maomao wanted to come to the store to inspect the information in person, even though he had inherited part of his lazy personality and would never work in person if he could mess around, Mao No. 3 No. 3772 Mao Tou also subconsciously sorted himself out. of grooming.
Although, he has no clothes and no face.
"Eh……?"
When Qiarenina also learned the news, her hands that were busy sorting out the debris suddenly stopped.
Mr. Store Manager?
That is...the legendary Demon King!
I heard that because the Demon King loves his princess so much...the Demon King sends his clones to do all the chores.
So the Demon King came to the store today to accompany her? !
It's so romantic.
Chiarainina, who is obsessed with love, is full of admiration for the Demon King who has never been masked but has heard many legendary stories about him.
Qiarenina's admiration for the Demon King increased again by 50%.
After quickly reorganizing the environment in the store, everyone from the general manager, the little black cat head, to the 'receptionist' Qia Renina, who considers herself to be the lowest-ranking person, stayed at their jobs. Don't dare to slack off even a little bit.
Although, they were instructed to treat them like ordinary guests.
Soon, the light of two car lights flashed through the door, there was a slamming of the door closing, and the crisp sound of stilettos falling to the ground.
I'm coming.
While everyone was holding their breath, waiting for the leader to inspect, they just listened outside the door...
"Mao Mao? You are standing here motionless. Do you mean you are not going to accompany me in?"
"..."
After a period of silence, the female voice from before was heard saying again,
"That's wrong, that's wrong. I won't put all the food in your mouth next time, but it's too late~"
"It's definitely not because you are so cute with your bulging mouth. You really believe me."
"Meow!"
Climb for me!
"..."
"Hello, welcome to Wu Chang."
"Hello."
Miss Witch hugged the indifferent Maomao and handed the bag she was carrying to the receptionist with beautiful blond hair.
After being flattered and taking the bag, she suppressed her excitement and worked hard to maintain her professional ethics. She blocked the effects of the special training given to her by Master Doll. After taking a deep breath, she asked Miss Witch road,
"What can I help you?"
like……
This blond lady with a charming smile looked somewhat excited in her eyes.
Judging by the publicity on the signboard at the door, it should be a new store.
So… there aren’t many customers?
No way... This store is highly discussed online.
Could it be...that she also likes cats?
Indeed, by the end of the day, several store clerks had praised her cats for being beautiful and obedient.
"Wow! You can actually take your cat out to play with!"
She had been hearing such compliments for Maomao all day.
Because Maomao hid it so well, no one discovered that he was actually a magical cat, so she naturally showed it off with her words.
Some stores will even send her a bunch of product samples and gifts because of Maomao.
Thinking of this, Miss Witch couldn't help but raise the corners of her mouth, her expression became bright, and her gaze towards the blonde girl became even more joyful.
she replied,
"I want to buy some essential items for exploring the dungeon."
"Woooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!"
She smiled at me, smiled at me! ! !
The witch-sama smiled at me! !
After a small exclamation, the blonde lady quickly calmed down her expression, hurriedly put on a 'please' gesture, and led the witch lady into the hall.
"Okay, this way please."
The simple tea table and comfortable low sofa, as well as the negotiation area cleverly separated by screens and showcases, gave Miss Witch her initial favorable impression of this newly opened shop with no reputation.
Chiarainina, who had already recited the introduction content by heart, was flipping through the product list to Miss Witch while recommending rare products in the store in detail.
The items sold in this store are really special.
Although Miss Witch has some issues with common sense and knowledge of basic supplies, she also admitted that this store's knowledge of 'basics' is somewhat extraordinary.
It feels like... a cat.
A dagger made from [Silver-striped Anaconda] bones, a protective soft armor made from [Grey-clawed Pangolin] scales...
It was so good that she excitedly bought a few pieces to use as personal protective equipment and for daily use.
but……
The dungeon training she was going to do would not allow her to fight monsters with such an absolutely crushing weapon.
Grandpa Lin said that when you level up, you should never neglect the skill training at each level. Don't become a slave to level, but become the master of strength.
The level of the silver-patterned anaconda is generally between level 45 and level [-], and Miss Witch's current peak level is conservatively estimated to be around level [-] with all the monsters she can challenge.
So in order to practice with ease without wasting experience, she was only planning to go to the lowest level E-level dungeon this time.
The strength level of monsters in E-level dungeons is around level [-] to level [-]. If you are unlucky, you will encounter enhanced individuals of level [-].
Although she doesn’t know why, Miss Witch believes in her luck.
She has already planned the time to go to the lowest level, as well as the tactics she can use when fighting against level [-] monsters.
The equipment for fighting is basically ready, but what about the weapons for practice?
Relying on the attribute bonus of the weapon, you can kill monsters with one knife, but you can't practice it.
From beginning to end, after looking through the product list, Miss Witch could not find the weapon she wanted.
So, she sorted out her needs and asked the receptionist named Bellon who was always smiling in front of her,
"Hmm... Do you have any melee weapons here that are suitable for fighting monsters with levels between lv20 and lv40?
I want the corresponding long sword, dagger, and bow. "
"..."
As soon as these words came out, the store, which was originally very lively on the internal voice channel, instantly fell into silence.
The witch lady's light question stunned all the breathing creatures in the shop.
After a short silence, it was the reaction of madness.
[Doll [-]: Alert!Level [-] alert! 】
[Doll Qiqi: Where is the analysis team?What about the simulation team? !quick! 】
[Kiarenina: Master Doll!The situation is urgent! 2 minutes of time!I need results! 】
……
In the puppet engineering department at the back, intense experiments and on-site weapon production have begun, and procrastinating to make everything look extremely natural is exactly what Qiarenina, the face of the store, needs to do now.
After pretending to think for a moment, she replied to Miss Witch in a slightly serious tone,
"Well...your question is a bit professional.
Generally speaking, adventurers will choose weapons based on the thickness of their wallets. Their goal is always to be as sharp as possible...
However, your request is so specific. I would like to ask, do you want to go to the dungeon to hone your skills? "
"Yes. If the strength of the weapon is too high, it will actually be a headache for me."
"Oh! I understand. Is it the force control technique of a martial arts master?"
Seeing the blonde girl in front of her suddenly staring at her with starry eyes, Miss Witch couldn't help but recall Su Ya from the beginning.
Sure enough, every accidental experience in life is a foreshadowing for the future.
Now, Miss Witch can face this situation very comfortably.
She nodded calmly without making too many denials or explanations.
"You can pretty much understand it that way."
“So that’s the case, then the products above are indeed inappropriate.
If it's convenient, could you describe your needs in more detail?
Because there are some special products that meet your needs, we have not written them all on the product list. "
"no problem.
While defeating monsters, you can hone your basic swordsmanship and martial arts skills.
As long as its hardness is moderate and reasonable, it will be damaged if the user uses it improperly, or if it is hit hard by a level [-] to [-] monster.
This level of intensity is more in line with my practice needs. "
At this time, after repeated tapping tests by the experimental group, they had come to a conclusion at the rear.
From the internal platform, Qiyareinina received the report from the puppet team, and then she stopped asking random questions and directly announced 'her' judgment.
"In that case, I think a weapon made from the bones of [Long-legged Rabbit] would be more suitable for you."
"Long-legged rabbits...are they the rabbits that live on the plateau?"
The records of this species in the book are limited to being good at running, and even having the ability to fight back its natural enemy, the eagle, when cornered.
With the habit of living in groups, strong reproductive ability, and bloodthirsty nature, the damage a single long-legged rabbit can cause is very weak, but a group of long-legged rabbits...
In addition, the book also commented, "The meat is delicious, but because long-legged rabbits are extremely good at running, they are a rare cooking ingredient."
It's obviously just a monster that can't wait until level 20, so can its bones be developed and used in this way? !
It seems that she still has a lot to learn.
"I trust your judgment, but can I try the real thing?
If it feels good, I might consider buying a little more.
Probably about twenty copies..."
[Doll [-]: Twenty copies...]
【Doll 3:=('[-])_ヽ)_】
[Puppet Six Seven: Hey!One Thirty Six is down!Come and replace me! 】
[Doll [-]: Speed, speed, twenty copies! ! 】
[Qiarenina:...]
As expected of the princess, this was the first time she saw the puppets, who were always known for their calmness and almightiness, in such chaos.
"Of course, no problem, please wait a moment."
After clicking again and buying two more minutes for the dolls on the pretext of picking up the goods from the warehouse, Chiarainina came to Miss Witch with the freshly baked work.
Weapons with simple shapes but still works of art made Miss Witch fall in love with this series of long-legged rabbit bone series weapons with pure white and bone carving as the design points at just one glance.
It is completely different from the wild and rough powerful beauty of the Silver Pattern Anaconda series. I didn’t expect the designers of this store to be so attentive.
His inspiration will never run out!
Each weapon in the monster series has a different design, which is... amazing.
The weapon production in this shop directly refreshed Miss Witch's understanding of weapon shops.
This or that, the products are all the same, they are said to be handmade, but it makes Miss Witch suspect that it is a weapons store that copies and pasts products!
impermanence...
This store, whose name is full of Eastern League style, really opened the eyes of Miss Witch.
Pity.
Why did this store open in Western Union first?
If it were the Eastern Conference…
She just knelt down and begged for cooperation!
The feel of Heyanyan's weapon also has a super double bonus buff.
Comfortable!
perfect!
Although the Anaconda series is more suitable for fighting for her life, for nearly a month of training skills and exploring dungeons, this set of weapons is as suitable as if they were custom-made for her on the spot.
I immediately swiped my card generously, and temporarily prepared to order ten additional sets of witches for collection and missionary use. As soon as I got excited, I decided to buy thirty sets of weapons.
This made the logistics dolls who finally thought they could breathe a sigh of relief fell down again.
Possessing absolute control, and with the spying convenience of Little Black No. 3 Cat Head 3772 Cat Head, Maomao watched the collapse of the dolls without everyone knowing.
That being said, it's pretty fun.
Lezimao said that in this short 15 minutes, he was very happy while suppressing his laughter.
Before leaving, Miss Witch waved with the clerk, and got into the taxi with a Cheshire cat look on her face.
"call……"
After Maomao and Miss Witch were finally sent away, even the automatons in the store could not help but breathe a sigh of relief.
Now everyone spoke frankly with their hearts, and simply collapsed in the shop and said with emotion,
"Under the aura of the Demon King, I feel like I will be scared out of human emotions."
"The aura of the witch is not bad, she is indeed our princess."
"Indeed."
And Chiarainina, who finally breathed a sigh of relief and collapsed on the sofa without caring about her image, also joined the discussion,
"Although we say we are here to buy things, it is actually a test for us."
"That's right, we have no knowledge in this area." Doll Sanqi agreed with Qiarenina's statement.
“This is to wake us up.
As soon as these words came out, all the puppets present nodded, even the little black cat head who did not fully accept the ontological thinking.
“The number of high-level adventurers is far lower than that of low-level adventurers.
Although they will save money and will be interested in and target the 'high-end equipment' in it, their immediate needs are really the most common bulk products.
So...should we also increase the production of related items? Maybe it will be a big business. "
“The princess is here to correct our development direction.
Our understanding of civilians and ordinary adventurers is still insufficient.
Starting from tomorrow, we will make a new plan. Not only the level 20 monsters, but I think beta monsters of different levels should also be within our consideration range. "
“Beyond that, there are definitely a lot of little things that we haven’t discovered.
Everyone will have a rest today and go to work three and ten minutes early tomorrow morning. We will all repeat the behavior of the Demon King during his visit to the store for 10 minutes.
Master Pikachu once said that the Demon King's mind is unpredictable and he will never say any unnecessary words or make any unnecessary actions.
Moreover, the Lord is very kind. Even if his subordinates make mistakes, he rarely scolds us in person. He usually reminds us through words and deeds. "
At this time, Doll [-] announced tomorrow's arrangements and received unanimous approval from everyone.
All efforts are for the great wish of the Demon King to unify the world!
(End of this chapter)
When he learned that Maomao wanted to come to the store to inspect the information in person, even though he had inherited part of his lazy personality and would never work in person if he could mess around, Mao No. 3 No. 3772 Mao Tou also subconsciously sorted himself out. of grooming.
Although, he has no clothes and no face.
"Eh……?"
When Qiarenina also learned the news, her hands that were busy sorting out the debris suddenly stopped.
Mr. Store Manager?
That is...the legendary Demon King!
I heard that because the Demon King loves his princess so much...the Demon King sends his clones to do all the chores.
So the Demon King came to the store today to accompany her? !
It's so romantic.
Chiarainina, who is obsessed with love, is full of admiration for the Demon King who has never been masked but has heard many legendary stories about him.
Qiarenina's admiration for the Demon King increased again by 50%.
After quickly reorganizing the environment in the store, everyone from the general manager, the little black cat head, to the 'receptionist' Qia Renina, who considers herself to be the lowest-ranking person, stayed at their jobs. Don't dare to slack off even a little bit.
Although, they were instructed to treat them like ordinary guests.
Soon, the light of two car lights flashed through the door, there was a slamming of the door closing, and the crisp sound of stilettos falling to the ground.
I'm coming.
While everyone was holding their breath, waiting for the leader to inspect, they just listened outside the door...
"Mao Mao? You are standing here motionless. Do you mean you are not going to accompany me in?"
"..."
After a period of silence, the female voice from before was heard saying again,
"That's wrong, that's wrong. I won't put all the food in your mouth next time, but it's too late~"
"It's definitely not because you are so cute with your bulging mouth. You really believe me."
"Meow!"
Climb for me!
"..."
"Hello, welcome to Wu Chang."
"Hello."
Miss Witch hugged the indifferent Maomao and handed the bag she was carrying to the receptionist with beautiful blond hair.
After being flattered and taking the bag, she suppressed her excitement and worked hard to maintain her professional ethics. She blocked the effects of the special training given to her by Master Doll. After taking a deep breath, she asked Miss Witch road,
"What can I help you?"
like……
This blond lady with a charming smile looked somewhat excited in her eyes.
Judging by the publicity on the signboard at the door, it should be a new store.
So… there aren’t many customers?
No way... This store is highly discussed online.
Could it be...that she also likes cats?
Indeed, by the end of the day, several store clerks had praised her cats for being beautiful and obedient.
"Wow! You can actually take your cat out to play with!"
She had been hearing such compliments for Maomao all day.
Because Maomao hid it so well, no one discovered that he was actually a magical cat, so she naturally showed it off with her words.
Some stores will even send her a bunch of product samples and gifts because of Maomao.
Thinking of this, Miss Witch couldn't help but raise the corners of her mouth, her expression became bright, and her gaze towards the blonde girl became even more joyful.
she replied,
"I want to buy some essential items for exploring the dungeon."
"Woooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!"
She smiled at me, smiled at me! ! !
The witch-sama smiled at me! !
After a small exclamation, the blonde lady quickly calmed down her expression, hurriedly put on a 'please' gesture, and led the witch lady into the hall.
"Okay, this way please."
The simple tea table and comfortable low sofa, as well as the negotiation area cleverly separated by screens and showcases, gave Miss Witch her initial favorable impression of this newly opened shop with no reputation.
Chiarainina, who had already recited the introduction content by heart, was flipping through the product list to Miss Witch while recommending rare products in the store in detail.
The items sold in this store are really special.
Although Miss Witch has some issues with common sense and knowledge of basic supplies, she also admitted that this store's knowledge of 'basics' is somewhat extraordinary.
It feels like... a cat.
A dagger made from [Silver-striped Anaconda] bones, a protective soft armor made from [Grey-clawed Pangolin] scales...
It was so good that she excitedly bought a few pieces to use as personal protective equipment and for daily use.
but……
The dungeon training she was going to do would not allow her to fight monsters with such an absolutely crushing weapon.
Grandpa Lin said that when you level up, you should never neglect the skill training at each level. Don't become a slave to level, but become the master of strength.
The level of the silver-patterned anaconda is generally between level 45 and level [-], and Miss Witch's current peak level is conservatively estimated to be around level [-] with all the monsters she can challenge.
So in order to practice with ease without wasting experience, she was only planning to go to the lowest level E-level dungeon this time.
The strength level of monsters in E-level dungeons is around level [-] to level [-]. If you are unlucky, you will encounter enhanced individuals of level [-].
Although she doesn’t know why, Miss Witch believes in her luck.
She has already planned the time to go to the lowest level, as well as the tactics she can use when fighting against level [-] monsters.
The equipment for fighting is basically ready, but what about the weapons for practice?
Relying on the attribute bonus of the weapon, you can kill monsters with one knife, but you can't practice it.
From beginning to end, after looking through the product list, Miss Witch could not find the weapon she wanted.
So, she sorted out her needs and asked the receptionist named Bellon who was always smiling in front of her,
"Hmm... Do you have any melee weapons here that are suitable for fighting monsters with levels between lv20 and lv40?
I want the corresponding long sword, dagger, and bow. "
"..."
As soon as these words came out, the store, which was originally very lively on the internal voice channel, instantly fell into silence.
The witch lady's light question stunned all the breathing creatures in the shop.
After a short silence, it was the reaction of madness.
[Doll [-]: Alert!Level [-] alert! 】
[Doll Qiqi: Where is the analysis team?What about the simulation team? !quick! 】
[Kiarenina: Master Doll!The situation is urgent! 2 minutes of time!I need results! 】
……
In the puppet engineering department at the back, intense experiments and on-site weapon production have begun, and procrastinating to make everything look extremely natural is exactly what Qiarenina, the face of the store, needs to do now.
After pretending to think for a moment, she replied to Miss Witch in a slightly serious tone,
"Well...your question is a bit professional.
Generally speaking, adventurers will choose weapons based on the thickness of their wallets. Their goal is always to be as sharp as possible...
However, your request is so specific. I would like to ask, do you want to go to the dungeon to hone your skills? "
"Yes. If the strength of the weapon is too high, it will actually be a headache for me."
"Oh! I understand. Is it the force control technique of a martial arts master?"
Seeing the blonde girl in front of her suddenly staring at her with starry eyes, Miss Witch couldn't help but recall Su Ya from the beginning.
Sure enough, every accidental experience in life is a foreshadowing for the future.
Now, Miss Witch can face this situation very comfortably.
She nodded calmly without making too many denials or explanations.
"You can pretty much understand it that way."
“So that’s the case, then the products above are indeed inappropriate.
If it's convenient, could you describe your needs in more detail?
Because there are some special products that meet your needs, we have not written them all on the product list. "
"no problem.
While defeating monsters, you can hone your basic swordsmanship and martial arts skills.
As long as its hardness is moderate and reasonable, it will be damaged if the user uses it improperly, or if it is hit hard by a level [-] to [-] monster.
This level of intensity is more in line with my practice needs. "
At this time, after repeated tapping tests by the experimental group, they had come to a conclusion at the rear.
From the internal platform, Qiyareinina received the report from the puppet team, and then she stopped asking random questions and directly announced 'her' judgment.
"In that case, I think a weapon made from the bones of [Long-legged Rabbit] would be more suitable for you."
"Long-legged rabbits...are they the rabbits that live on the plateau?"
The records of this species in the book are limited to being good at running, and even having the ability to fight back its natural enemy, the eagle, when cornered.
With the habit of living in groups, strong reproductive ability, and bloodthirsty nature, the damage a single long-legged rabbit can cause is very weak, but a group of long-legged rabbits...
In addition, the book also commented, "The meat is delicious, but because long-legged rabbits are extremely good at running, they are a rare cooking ingredient."
It's obviously just a monster that can't wait until level 20, so can its bones be developed and used in this way? !
It seems that she still has a lot to learn.
"I trust your judgment, but can I try the real thing?
If it feels good, I might consider buying a little more.
Probably about twenty copies..."
[Doll [-]: Twenty copies...]
【Doll 3:=('[-])_ヽ)_】
[Puppet Six Seven: Hey!One Thirty Six is down!Come and replace me! 】
[Doll [-]: Speed, speed, twenty copies! ! 】
[Qiarenina:...]
As expected of the princess, this was the first time she saw the puppets, who were always known for their calmness and almightiness, in such chaos.
"Of course, no problem, please wait a moment."
After clicking again and buying two more minutes for the dolls on the pretext of picking up the goods from the warehouse, Chiarainina came to Miss Witch with the freshly baked work.
Weapons with simple shapes but still works of art made Miss Witch fall in love with this series of long-legged rabbit bone series weapons with pure white and bone carving as the design points at just one glance.
It is completely different from the wild and rough powerful beauty of the Silver Pattern Anaconda series. I didn’t expect the designers of this store to be so attentive.
His inspiration will never run out!
Each weapon in the monster series has a different design, which is... amazing.
The weapon production in this shop directly refreshed Miss Witch's understanding of weapon shops.
This or that, the products are all the same, they are said to be handmade, but it makes Miss Witch suspect that it is a weapons store that copies and pasts products!
impermanence...
This store, whose name is full of Eastern League style, really opened the eyes of Miss Witch.
Pity.
Why did this store open in Western Union first?
If it were the Eastern Conference…
She just knelt down and begged for cooperation!
The feel of Heyanyan's weapon also has a super double bonus buff.
Comfortable!
perfect!
Although the Anaconda series is more suitable for fighting for her life, for nearly a month of training skills and exploring dungeons, this set of weapons is as suitable as if they were custom-made for her on the spot.
I immediately swiped my card generously, and temporarily prepared to order ten additional sets of witches for collection and missionary use. As soon as I got excited, I decided to buy thirty sets of weapons.
This made the logistics dolls who finally thought they could breathe a sigh of relief fell down again.
Possessing absolute control, and with the spying convenience of Little Black No. 3 Cat Head 3772 Cat Head, Maomao watched the collapse of the dolls without everyone knowing.
That being said, it's pretty fun.
Lezimao said that in this short 15 minutes, he was very happy while suppressing his laughter.
Before leaving, Miss Witch waved with the clerk, and got into the taxi with a Cheshire cat look on her face.
"call……"
After Maomao and Miss Witch were finally sent away, even the automatons in the store could not help but breathe a sigh of relief.
Now everyone spoke frankly with their hearts, and simply collapsed in the shop and said with emotion,
"Under the aura of the Demon King, I feel like I will be scared out of human emotions."
"The aura of the witch is not bad, she is indeed our princess."
"Indeed."
And Chiarainina, who finally breathed a sigh of relief and collapsed on the sofa without caring about her image, also joined the discussion,
"Although we say we are here to buy things, it is actually a test for us."
"That's right, we have no knowledge in this area." Doll Sanqi agreed with Qiarenina's statement.
“This is to wake us up.
As soon as these words came out, all the puppets present nodded, even the little black cat head who did not fully accept the ontological thinking.
“The number of high-level adventurers is far lower than that of low-level adventurers.
Although they will save money and will be interested in and target the 'high-end equipment' in it, their immediate needs are really the most common bulk products.
So...should we also increase the production of related items? Maybe it will be a big business. "
“The princess is here to correct our development direction.
Our understanding of civilians and ordinary adventurers is still insufficient.
Starting from tomorrow, we will make a new plan. Not only the level 20 monsters, but I think beta monsters of different levels should also be within our consideration range. "
“Beyond that, there are definitely a lot of little things that we haven’t discovered.
Everyone will have a rest today and go to work three and ten minutes early tomorrow morning. We will all repeat the behavior of the Demon King during his visit to the store for 10 minutes.
Master Pikachu once said that the Demon King's mind is unpredictable and he will never say any unnecessary words or make any unnecessary actions.
Moreover, the Lord is very kind. Even if his subordinates make mistakes, he rarely scolds us in person. He usually reminds us through words and deeds. "
At this time, Doll [-] announced tomorrow's arrangements and received unanimous approval from everyone.
All efforts are for the great wish of the Demon King to unify the world!
(End of this chapter)
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