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Since it's you, I'm sure it'll be fine,

but please do be careful.

I will.

Indeed, nothing happened.

If it was blood-fixed, do you think I could fly, too?

Even without external magic energy, you might be able to a little.

If you're just going to seal it away, could you blood-fix it to me instead?

I'll pay for the bracelet, of course.

What? But...

It'll only work for me that way,

but if I train my physical abilities, I think I could make good use of it.

By which you mean...

If all I can do is jump up and drop down,

then if I use strengthening magic, I'll be fine when I fall.

Even so, I can't possibly use you as a test subject.

Don't you want to know what this can do?

Plus, we'll be testing the synergy between strengthening magic and sköll fangs!

I don't need payment for the bracelet. I look forward to testing it with you.

Now this bracelet is yours alone.

Thank you, Dahlia! Let's go test it right now.

Sure.

Dahlia in Bloom: Crafting a Fresh Start with Magical Tools

Episode 10: An Invitation to the Palace

Dahlia, stay back just in case!

Are you all right?! You don't feel sick?

No. It's so much fun!

Huh?

It's like it gives my strengthening a little extra push.

It feels easier to jump than before.

I'm going to try it a bit more!

Incredible...

Wolf! I know you're having fun, but let's leave it at that!

It would be bad if anyone saw you!

All right. I'll make this my last one.

Dahlia, won't you please sell this to me officially?

Then consider it a token of gratitude for being a guarantor of my company.

There you go again, trying to give me things.

It's thanks to you that I was even able to discern its effects.

But if that's all, this is a net loss for you, isn't it?

In that case, why not meet in the middle? Would you give me two potions?

Yes, with pleasure.

Oh, but if possible,

I'd prefer that you not perform any dangerous experiments by yourself.

It'd be terrible if something happened while you were alone.

Yes, that's true.

And the front gate can only be opened by those who are magically registered.

Then, if it's all right with you, would you register me?

Yes, of course!

I'd feel very reassured having you registered.

So it isn't the type where you perform the magic registration on the gate itself?

That's right. Can I ask you to place your hand in the center, please?

All right.

It's done.

Thank you, Dahlia.

I'm the one who should be thanking you.

I feel awkward asking you to do this,

but if ever you can't reach me for an extended period

or if you suspect the worst, I'd appreciate it if you called in the guard.

I hope the need for that never arises,

but I do feel a little better about things now.

I suppose all that's left is this.

Conversational manners of the nobility?

I didn't realize there was so much to it.

Yes. Things you should avoid saying would be...

starting right here.

"Please remove your gloves for me."

Oh, this is like what you told me about before!

"Please allow me to hold your coat."

Why would you ever leave your coat with someone else?

"I'm so tired from dancing, I don't think I can move."

In that case, I feel like it'd be best to hurry home and rest.

"Would you come look at the stars from the west window with me?"

Does it have to be the west window specifically?

I'm sorry, Dahlia!

If you could possibly refrain from saying them aloud, please...

I'm sorry!

I-It seems I have a visitor. I'll go and see.

I'm saved...

Hey!

Mister Marcella!

What brings you here?

This.

What is it?

Oh, clams! They look delicious.

It's the perfect season for them, right?

Thank you. I'm delighted.

They're heavy. Shall I carry them up?

Oh, I actually have company today.

Sorry to keep you waiting.

Welcome back.

What's this?

Wolf, do you like clams?

A friend brought me these. Shall we have them for dinner?

Yes, I'd love that!

I brought this. Would it be difficult to pair with the clams?

Is that whiskey?

I think it's apple brandy that's been slightly aged.

The ducal Lady Althea gave it to me and said to share it with a friend.

Oh, thank you!

Since you've brought it, shall we have some after dinner?

All right. In that case, let's have the usual white wine with the clams.

To the Rossetti Company's prosperity and the good fortune of tomorrow.

To peaceful hearts and minds.

Cheers!

This is astoundingly delicious!

Maybe because they're so fresh.

To make sure we don't miss out on a drop of this, we may have to eat from the pan.

Eating straight from the pan isn't very good manners.

Better not do that just anywhere.

Then I'll limit it to clams steamed in white wine at the Green Tower!

Oh, that goes down easy!

The flavor and aroma are wonderful.

She said the queen enjoys it as well, so she sends her some every year.

To Her Majesty?

The queen is Lady Althea's younger sister, though they aren't related by blood.

Er, I feel like I just heard something rather incredible.

It's somewhat well-known.

I don't know how many times in my life I'll have the chance to drink this.

Is something wrong?

You looked like a squirrel, and it made me laugh.

A squirrel?

I was just making sure to savor it, that's all.

It's so good that it makes me wish we had brandy glasses.

Let's go shopping for them together sometime.

Sure, though it probably won't be until after things with the company settle down.

Yeah. I actually have a meeting with Mister Ivano tomorrow to discuss what comes next.

Oh, speaking of which...

I know my recommending Ivano for employment was sudden.

You didn't mind, did you?

Quite the opposite. I was grateful.

That said, our first project has been a rather difficult one.

I suppose, yes.

But I think it will end up helping a lot of people.

I'm glad to hear you say that.

On the subject, are any countermeasures applied to your boots themselves?

Like purification magic, for example?

I've never heard of anyone using that.

Leather boots don't dry quickly, so I try not to wash them very often.

Using a dryer wouldn't work?

I've tried it, but the heat damages the leather.

If all you need is to lower the heat, I can adjust that in no time.

I'll go and try it right now!

Can I go with you?

If the wind is no warmer than the touch of a hand, it shouldn't damage the leather, right?

I think that'd be fine.

How about this?

Yes, that seems perfect.

Is there a way to make sure it reaches all the way to the toes?

If I attach a hose from a water heater...

then poke some holes along its length, I think it should reach everywhere.

Good idea! That does seem like it'd dry all the way to the toes.

For the moment, shall we test it with these?

There's something inside.

Honestly, Dad!

Um, are you going to keep that as a memento?

I'm going to burn it!

I'm done.

It's dry all the way through to the toe... and there's no damage.

If we had just one of these, everyone would be able to use it!

Yes, but if you're going to be sharing the device,

it's probably best to stick to freshly washed pairs.

It spreads, you see?

It spreads?

I'm sure you'll be fine so long as you take care.

Wash thoroughly between your toes.

After you've bathed, dry them carefully and apply medicine.

Also...

Just a moment! Let me write this down.

Here.

Thank you. I'll share all this with my friends, too.

But I have to say, Dahlia, you're very knowledgeable about foot fungus.

My father had it.

Your father did?

In my previous life.

I'm sorry, Dad!

Oh, would you like to try this at the barracks to test it out?

I'd be grateful if you'd tell me your thoughts on it later.

Of course, and thank you. But I feel as if something like this just happened recently...

If I use this at the barracks,

won't it be like the five-toed socks and insoles all over again?

This is just a minor modification, so I wouldn't think so...

But I'll consult with Mister Ivano, just in case.

Good.

I am truly, from the bottom of my heart, glad that you came to me first.

Do you really think it will sell that well?

It will. And I'll push it with everything I've got.

Just given the market that comes to mind offhand,

I think we can make a massive profit.

When did you start developing this?

Yesterday.

What?

I think it took about twenty minutes to make.

Oh, but I've done the proper safety checks! Please don't worry on that account.

Miss Dahlia, if there are other items you're considering creating or prototyping,

or if there's anything you'd like to make, please tell me as soon as you have the idea.

I'd like to be able to brace myself... I mean, consider future sales avenues.

Let's see... Other than the items that are already in progress,

I'd like to make the small magic hob even smaller,

and I'd like to make my waterproof fabric lighter.

The only item I'm prototyping is a refrigerator with a freezer attached.

Other things I'd like to make include a magic device for drying clothes

and a pot that would be handy for cooking.

Oh, I'm also thinking about a home heater for the winter.

Also, I'm not planning on selling them,

but I'm prototyping a faux magic sword.

I see.

Leave the logistics of mass production and sales avenues to me.

I'll register every single item and sell them all.

But that last one, the faux magic sword...

I recommend not letting word of that get out.

So you do think that's a bad idea?

A magic artificer making weapons, I mean...

No, that's not the problem.

One wrong move and you might be taken away by bad people or important personages.

Me?

If your magic swords reach the point where they could increase our military might,

it's entirely possible.

And in that case, they could be exported to countries with few mages.

I hadn't thought that far ahead.

Oh!

U-Um...

I also made a magic device imbued with wind magic.

It's been blood-fixed, so only Wolf can use it,

but it has potential in battle.

Oh, if only a specific individual can use it, that's fine.

From now on, if you're ever worried about anything, come to me.

That's what I'm here for.

I'm afraid I'll be troubling you quite often.

Also, here you are.

A copy of my church-sworn contract.

I'd like for you to keep it, Miss Dahlia.

"Ivano Badoer will not intentionally

disadvantage Dahlia Rossetti or the Rossetti Company."

I thought it might help you feel more at ease entrusting everything to me.

I want you to feel free to make whatever you want to make.

All right. I'll be sure to keep this safe.

I'm looking forward to seeing you register more items than Mister Carlo did.

Thank you, Mister Ivano.

I'll do my best to catch up to my father.

Very good. Now, let's draw up the paperwork for your new magic device!

This shouldn't be a problem.

If Ivano has checked it, I can't imagine there are any errors.

Just leave the rest to me.

Um, about Mister Ivano...

He chose this for himself.

I imagine you're about to become very busy, so I'd say the timing was perfect.

Ivano will be able to handle the areas where you're lacking.

What is it? Does it still bother you?

No, it's just...

I feel bad for being such an undependable company chair.

It's a little late for that, though.

Still, there's no need to be in a hurry. I still feel Carlo owes me a debt, anyway.

You could rely on me a little more.

A debt...

Gabriella, I have a favor to ask.

Please call off my father's debt to you.

What could you possibly mean?

I'm the one who owes you a debt.

I don't know how many years it will take,

but I promise I'll repay you.

Oh, honestly.

I'm sorry. I know I'm being impertinent, but...

That isn't what I meant. There's more to what I told you before.

Gabriella,

if Dahlia ever has trouble, either as a magic artificer or as a woman,

please give her advice.

Granted, my Dahlia is the type who'll want to repay her debts herself.

My father said that?

It was like a prophecy.

I would hate to not have you indebted to me anymore,

so I will continue to meddle as I have been.

If you think you can repay me, go right ahead.

Thank you!

Apologies for interrupting.

The captain of the monster suppression force, Marquis Grat Bartoloni,

has sent a messenger to see the head of the Rossetti Company.

He says he's their vice captain, Sir Grizelda Lanza.

What?

Dahlia, what have you done this time?

Pleased to meet you.

I am the vice captain of the Ordine Kingdom's monster suppression force.

My name is Grizelda Lanza.

The captain of the monster suppression force, Grat Bartoloni,

has entrusted me with a missive for the head of the Rossetti Company.

A verbal answer will suffice,

so would it be possible to have your reply here and now?

Thank you for delivering this. Allow me to read it over.

What?

May I read it, as well?

Y-Yes.

An invitation to the palace, is it?

Madam Chair of the Rossetti Company, have you any plans tomorrow?

I d-don't.

Why did I receive something like this?

The palace seems likely to work on a more leisurely schedule.

So they're either in a hurry or they very much want to see Dahlia.

In any case, we must prepare in all haste.

Dahlia and I will go to a clothing lender.

After that, we'll make an appointment for hair and makeup.

Right.

Ivano, you will accompany her to the palace as her attendant.

Also, gather up any five-toed socks and insoles we have.

Right away!

After that, the two of you will study.

I'll drill the bare minimum of greetings and etiquette into you.

We have my husband's and Lord Wolfred's reputations to consider,

so you'll be memorizing everything.

Thank you for your tutelage!

I've crammed so much into my head, I don't know what's what.

I know what you mean.

Your break is over.

Now, let's continue.

Yes, ma'am!

Well, let's go!

I'll be counting on you.

Episode 11: Blossoms Opening Toward the Sky