## Chapter 244 – The Butcher of the Beach
I woke up early in the morning and headed towards the city gates to say goodbye to Elise. It was just past dawn, but the gates were already bustling with groups returning to Krasheim and merchants trying to hitch a ride.
It wasn’t hard to spot the Panty Men.
They’re way too conspicuous, those crazy bastards.
“Elise! Eliseeeeeee!!!”
“S, Saint!”
I ran towards her, screaming like a madman, and a startled Elise jumped out and tried to cover my mouth.
“Saint! Lower your voice!”
“Mmph! Mmmph!!”
“Please calm down!!!”
When I stopped freaking out, Elise, looking around cautiously, slowly removed her hand from my mouth.
“Saint. I’ll say it again, no matter how happy you are, you shouldn’t do things that bother others.”
“I don’t think this is bothering anyone.”
“I’m embarrassed.”
“No way!”
I was so shocked that my knees buckled. I immediately knelt down and tried to wail, tearing at my hair, “Ah, ah…! Aaaaaah!!!!” Elise started stamping her feet in distress.
“S, Saint! Please! Please calm down! What should I do… Ah! Divine! Divine! Saint, Divine!”
Then, flustered, she stretched out her arms and said it.
She was in complete chaos.
My prank was too much.
Elise’s reactions are so good.
I can’t help but want to prank her impulsively.
“Friend.”
ㅡSlap.
I immediately crossed my arms and stood up.
“…Saint, please refrain from sudden, impulsive actions. It’s very embarrassing.”
“It’s just our tribe’s unique way of expressing joy. Everyone did it where I lived. Don’t be embarrassed.”
“That’s a very… indescribable culture.”
“Hehe, right?”
Anyway, it’s time to say goodbye.
I dusted off my knees and repeated words similar to what I had said yesterday to Elise. Elise also said that we would see each other again. As we continued to talk, reluctant to part, Sera approached.
“Ah, Ms. Sera. You’ve worked hard.”
“Saint Katt, you’ve worked hard as well. Hehe. You seem to be very close to our Elise.”
“Of course. She’s my best friend.”
Divine Friend says it all.
It means best friend.
“It’s been a long time since I’ve seen Elise this happy about something outside of her duties. Haha, friend. Well, Elise is at that age.”
“Sister Blaret. There’s no need to say things like that…”
Sera put her hand on Elise’s head and continued.
“Well, anyway, it’s a shame. Saint Katt. I would like to thank you again for the kind words you gave us last time and for being friendly with Elise.”
I can confidently say that I have never said anything nice to these guys. The fact that they take it as kind words in the first place is the problem.
“It’s nothing. Let’s continue to work for justice in the future.”
“Hehe, we must. Then, Elise, finish your goodbyes and come back. We’re leaving soon.”
“…”
Sera waved her hand and returned to the paladins.
“Divine.”
I reached out suddenly.
“ㅡFriend.”
Elise also reflexively shouted the slogan and reached out her arm. She had already been well-trained. Looking at her reaching out with a face that knew nothing of the world, I felt she was very cute.
This is Pavlov’s Divine Friend Elise.
“Your voice is too quiet! Divine!!!”
“F, Friend!!!”
In the end, this is the best farewell.
I couldn’t help but smile.
“Hehehe.”
“Huhu, hehehe…”
So Elise smiled too. The sight of her always expressionless face becoming more colorful was beautiful in its own way.
“Goodbye, Elise. See you next time.”
“Of course. I hope to see you again next time.”
“Alright.”
And so, I parted ways with Elise.
Elise, who was returning to where the crusaders were gathered, turned to look at me. ㅡPapapat! She immediately showed me the moves of the Grandmaster Fist, hesitated for a moment, and then clumsily followed my movements. Then she quickly disappeared.
Thank you, Elise.
Live strong in the church too.
The procession departed. I watched them until the paladins and crusaders had all disappeared, then turned around.
Now, let’s go see Risha.
I had to get the remaining 20 silver.
“I wonder how Lina is doing.”
I gave her 5 silver, so I hope she’s doing well.
Well, no news is good news.
She’s probably living strong in a place I can’t see.
Without thinking, I hummed Mr. Seol Woon-do’s “Compass” and headed towards Risha’s shop. But what does Risha even do to make money… It’s best not to think too deeply about it. Let’s not dig too deep.
ㅡA dark alley.
I arrived at the black magic shop and knocked on the door.
And as always, the door opened wide.
I went straight in.
“Witch. I’m here.”
“Ah… you’ve come?”
Come. What?
I felt a chill run down my spine.
The changed tone and voice.
I knew what it meant.
From inside the shop, Risha in her adult mode slowly walked out. She was wearing the familiar see-through black negligee.
The clothes were completely the wrong size, so everything below her waist was exposed.
Snow-white skin.
And a slender waist with tightly closed genitals… The see-through negligee only vaguely covered her chest, adding to the extremely lewd atmosphere.
She rubbed her eyes as if she were sleepy, and stood in front of me without any shame.
“Witch? You seem healthier today?”
“Are you mocking me? Have a seat.”
“Please put some clothes on first.”
“…I look a mess.”
ㅡSwish.
I looked away for a moment, and she was dressed in her usual monotone gothic dress. Was she doing something?
“I’m dressed. Anyway, it’s been a while. Don’t just stand there, come and sit down.”
“Ah, yes.”
I sat down on the sofa.
I just came to get the remaining money, what’s going on?
I was very uneasy.
I tried to hide my feelings and asked why she was transformed.
“It’s nothing special, I just had to use some of my abilities, so I was in this form. This form is the most ideal for releasing magic.”
“But do you have to be naked?”
Do you work naked?
What kind of lewd work is it?
“Weren’t you wearing underwear? Ah… you came just as I was about to fall asleep. I haven’t been able to sleep well lately… I’m a little angry.”
ㅡPachit.
Risha crossed her arms and glared at me.
…That’s an intense gaze.
It was so sharp that Winnia’s annoyance seemed cute in comparison.
Waking someone up is a serious crime.
Feeling guilty, I apologized politely.
“I’m really sorry, Witch.”
“Then will you put me back to sleep?”
Risha said, crossing her legs.
“Uh.”
“I think I could fall asleep easily if you slept next to me.”
“…”
“Of course, you’d have to do some nighttime activities and fill me up inside.”
“Oh, Witch…”
As I was wondering what to say to get out of this, ㅡPfft. Risha smiled faintly and swept back her hair. Her long, attractively pointed ears were revealed.
“Hmph. I’m just joking. Didn’t you come to get the remaining money? You’re later than I expected.”
Hearing those words, I felt relieved.
I thought I was going to be subjected to something again.
“I recently participated in the Crusader Army. To subjugate heretics.”
“Ezath’s? I didn’t know you’d joined them. If you brought anything, tell me.”
“Unfortunately, I don’t have anything this time.”
“Tsk… Well, take it.”
ㅡClatter.
Silver coins rained down from the air. The number of them neatly gathered on the glass table was 20 in total. I casually put them in my pocket.
“Ah, have you finished your research on that trophy?”
“It’s difficult.”
That must have been the problem.
After chatting for a while longer, Risha complained of fatigue and said.
“You should go now. I’m too tired.”
“Yes. Good night. You need to rest well to work well.”
“Next time you come… I want to tell you to avoid the morning.”
“I’m sorry.”
Anyway, I got the money, so I said goodbye and went outside. I should go back to the inn soon. We had to discuss the beach.
Honestly, now that I’ve signed a month-long stay in one go, it feels a bit wasteful to go on a trip, but if Claudia wants to go and Winnia wants to go too, is there a problem?
If my women want to do it, is money a problem!
I can just earn more!
“That’s Kim Katt, the macho man.”
Anyway, I returned to the inn.
From now on, let’s gather information about the beach with the three of us.
“DarkieDarkieDarkieDarkie.”
As soon as I opened the door, Winnia, who was in a very high tension, clung to me.
“Why, why. What is it.”
“Go and sit down quickly.”
Claudia was sitting with a map spread out.
She saw me, smiled, and waved her hand. Were they talking about it before I came? I went and sat next to Claudia, and Winnia, who was sitting opposite me, said confidently.
“I already know everything!”
“Everything?”
Then, excited, she started explaining to me.
According to what Winnia found out, there is a port city about 5 days away by carriage from here. Looking at the map, it seems to be in the opposite direction from the Dodens Barony. There’s a beach there that’s quite famous as a resort.
So there are beaches to go to in this world too. Claudia also expressed her anticipation, and Winnia was so excited that she shook her chest.
“Winnia. Have you ever been to the beach? You seem to like it too much?”
“Once when I was little?”
When you were little?
Come to think of it, I haven’t really heard about Winnia’s childhood. Now that it’s come to this, I’m about to ask her now, but Winnia quickly continued.
“And regular merchant carriages come and go. Just grab a good carriage, go for 5 days, see the beach, and come back. Darkie, when are we leaving? Sis is fine with tomorrow.”
“No, we have to prepare something before we go.”
You always have to prepare thoroughly for a trip. If you try to get everything locally, you’re likely to ruin yourself. It’s been so long since I’ve gone on a trip that I don’t know what to do.
“Just do what you usually do.”
“Should I pack like I’m going to war?”
“Just pack food, clothes, and things to wash with. Darkie really shows that he’s never been on a trip, really.”
Hey, you.
Even though I look like this, I’ve traveled abroad with my part-time job money.
Still, Winnia seemed to be in a very good mood as she said that. She must be very happy. Claudia also listened to Winnia’s words and said with a smile.
“Hehe, I’m looking forward to it. I heard there’s a lot of water at the beach? More than an oasis or a lake.”
Oasis? Lake?
Ha. Pathetic.
“Hey Claudia. There’s really no comparison. The water in the sea is literally infinite. Maybe even if we combined all the lakes we’ve seen, it wouldn’t be as much as one beach?”
Hearing those words, Claudia and Winnia stared at my face.
“Huh? Katt, have you ever been there?”
“Darkie, what are you talking about?”
Of course, if you’re a modern person, going to the beach is basic…
Ah, damn it. This is another world.
I answered them, making excuses to the girls who were shining their eyes.
“Well, my hometown is far away. I’m a nomad, so I’ve been to various places, and I’ve been to the sea once in a while. I swam and stuff.”
Hearing those words, Winnia openly expressed her displeasure, and Claudia gathered her hands together with shining eyes. What’s with these contrasting reactions?
“I don’t know much about it because I’ve never been there, but leave it all to me when we go. I’m the Prince of the Sea, Kim Katt.”
“Hehe, I guess we can trust Katt.”
“Darkie, you’re getting cocky again. Is it something to be proud of to have been to the sea?”
“It’s something to be proud of. Hehehe, our Winnia has been to the sea once?”
I laughed boisterously and reached out to Winnia.
You cute girl.
“Shut up. Then Darkie can prepare now.”
“Ah, let’s do it together. It’s more fun to do it together.”
Ignoring Winnia, who was trying to push my hand away, I pulled her cheeks.
What a cute girl.
“Ah, then let’s go prepare quickly. Sis, let’s go buy some clothes. Darkie, buy all the things I wrote down and pack them in your backpack.”
“I’ll go too.”
“We have to move separately to leave tomorrow.”
“Aww.”
Winnia was about to drag Claudia out.
“Katt, can I ask you a favor?”
“Sure, sure.”
Anyway, the three of us went out together and split up.
I looked at the memo Winnia gave me and looked for the shops. Ah, I should stop by the guild and deposit some money before I go. I can’t really carry all that money with me.
I’ll put in all the money except for the money I’ll use for the trip.
You can use the guild bank from D-rank.
