Frontier Magic Pharmacist

Chapter 24: Encounter

After escaping from the beast-like group of women, I managed to retreat and eat some sweets when my two brothers arrived.

“It seems like it was a mess.”

“Dear brother Alex! As you may have guessed ……. This won’t help me make friends, or girl friends for that matter.”

“It’s tough being popular~”

“It’s not the time to laugh, brother Cain! Please do something.”

“Even if you say so.”

The boy participants showed obvious hostility when they saw the girls swarming around me. That’s right. If almost all the girls were coming to me, they’d have to be jealous. Thoho. I wanted to make friends with the nobility.

“Hmm? That child seems to be alone.”

“Oh? Isn’t that girl, I believe, Baroness Fabienne d’Ambert?”

“You are very detailed, Alex brother.”

“I check all the girls around my age.”

“… be careful not to get stabbed from behind at school.”

“It’s not like that.”

Even as he said that, his face was tense. It’s all right for you to be a playboy, but make sure you keep yourself safe. There are no guards or servants at the academy.

“We might get on well together, one against the other. I’m off for a bit.”

“That girl doesn’t talk much, so be patient.”

“Thank you for the valuable information”

After thanking Alex onii-sama, I headed to Baron Ambert’s daughter. She looked up as if she noticed me approaching. However, her bangs are long and I can’t see her face well.

“Hello. I’m Julius, the third son of Margrave Heine. Excuse me, but you must be Baroness Fabienne of Ambert?”

“W-why did you do that…”

Surprised, she raised her voice like a trembling kitten. I don’t know what it is, but I’m intrigued by the desire to protect it. Is it because she looks like a small animal?

“I was taught by Alex Oniisama. Would you like to talk to me if you don’t mind?”

“That’s, uh… ah, I’m Fabienne Ambert.”

Well, what do you want to talk about? Well, according to my brother’s advice, I’ll have to take the lead. Yes, let’s talk about the plants I grow in my garden. These days I grow not only ingredients for magic potions, but also ordinary flowers for camouflage. I’m sure girls would be interested in that.

This strategy seems to have succeeded, and Miss Fabienne has taken a bite.

“That’s right. During the winter, I was only able to grow turnips, so I can’t wait for spring to come. Turnips are nice, but I’d really like to have some flowers.”

“Oh, turnips? You grow some very nice things.”

“What did Julius-sama grow during the winter?”

“Uh…”

You talk a lot, this girl. It’s not quite what I expected. But, well, that’s okay. It’s a lot better than looking gloomy.

“White mint and vanilla sage during the winter.”

“I’ve never heard of either plant. What kind of plants are they?”

“These two were collected in the monster forest. They make a good flavour when mixed with sweets.”

“So it’s a scented plant. It looks interesting. I’ll have to try growing some next time.”

Of course it can be used to flavour sweets, but I use it as an ingredient in potions. It is mainly used to mask the strong smell of the potion, but even so it makes a big difference. White mint also has a refreshing effect, making it perfect for mixing into ointments.

Oh dear. I’ve managed to play a minimal role now. It would be great if I could make one more male friend, but that might be a bit tough.

As I was thinking this, a boy approached me.

“Aren’t you the son of Margrave Julius Heine?”

A sparkling handsome boy spoke to me. The guy seemed to know me, but I didn’t know who he was.

“Yes, but what about you?”

“My apologies for the delay. I’m Edward Yumel. Let’s get to know each other.”

“You’re from the Viscount Yumel family. I’m Julius. This is Baroness Fabienne Ambert.”

“Uh, I’m Fabienne.”

Edward took Miss Fabienne’s hand and kissed it. He’s a very cheeky guy. Maybe that’s why he’s a botch.

“Even so, I was surprised. There was someone other than me who attracted the attention of girls.”

“Is that so?”

“Yeah, I’m a bit famous for the ‘Magic Tool of the Star’.”

“Magic tool of the stars! I wanted one too, but I couldn’t buy it because it was expensive.”

“What! Even though the necessary materials are cheap and easy to make!?”

Come on, what the hell kind of price are you selling it for? Are you ripping us off?　You’re going to lose your customers’ trust.

“Is the rumour that Julius-sama developed it true?”

“Is that so!?”

“Yeah, well…”

I guess this is how rumours spread. I had to look away.

Secrets will be found out one day. I guess they’ll eventually find out that I’m making magic potions, too. I don’t want to think about that just yet.

“I’m also interested in magic tools. Do you have any tips for developing them?”

“Here’s the trick. For now, it’s good to start by disassembling the lamp magic tool.”

“Disassembling the lamp magic tool?”

“That’s right. First, try to make a lamp magic tool. That’s the first step. The ‘star magic tool’ was also inspired by lamp magic tools.”

“I see. I’ll try to disassemble it as soon as I get home.”

Edward takes it honestly. Apparently he’s a narcissist, but he doesn’t seem like a bad guy. I thought he had something against me, but it seems he was simply interested.

“Can I make one too?”

“I think it’s probably fine, but… by any chance, do you have the qualifications to make magic tools?”

“What do you think? It’s only necessary when selling it. You need a qualification just to make magic potions, though. Magical tools aren’t that dangerous.”

Are potions considered dangerous goods? Certainly, in a sense, the magic medicine that the old lady makes is poison. Since this is the case with high-level magic pharmacists, beginners who know nothing can only make poison.

“If you’re interested, why don’t you try making one? You can get the iron plates, magic ink, and magic stones needed for magic tools in town.”

That’s how I got my second friend. I want to pat myself on the back for a job well done.