Drop!! ～A Tale of the Fragrance Princess～ (LN)

Volume 6, Act 58: Exciting Opening Preparations Part 2

Translator: Blushy

Editor: delishnoodles

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Kaylie came back faster than Cordelia had expected.

When Cordelia guided Kaylie to the office, Emina and Lara were working there. Kaylie was surprised for a second, but the two bowed and moved to another place to work, so she was relieved.

I think those two will help you quite a bit, so Ill introduce you to them later. Please use that desk over there.

Th-thank you very much. Hmm, Cordelia-sama what do you want me to draw?

I want a gentle drawing, like a plant or small animal, but Ill be happy if you draw anything you think would suit the menu.

Kaylie nodded nervously at Cordelias request, and spread out her art supplies. Her art supplies were stored in a few glass cases.

She was interested in Kaylies art supplies, but she thought that Kaylie would be too nervous if she were to watch, so she decided to leave.

However, she realised that Kaylies attention was no longer directed at her.

As Cordelia stared at her silently, Kaylie picked up her brush and soaked the brush. Then, after she wiped the water away with a cloth, she directly tipped her brush into the colour case.

With colour on her brush, she brushed it a few times on a plate instead of a palette, then ran her brush over the paper. She didnt mix her paint, and when she wanted a lighter colour, it seemed like she adjusted the shade with the coloured water that was left on the palette.

(It may look like that, but it may be completely different)

She wasnt confident because it was completely different from how she learnt how to paint in her previous worlds art classes. In the first place, it seemed mysteriously magical that Kaylie hadnt done a rough sketch and had just started painting directly.

Meanwhile, the picture that Kaylie had finished painting was of a red clover flower and a green clover. They looked very soft and gentle, and the colours made the menu stand out. Above all, Kaylie had barely taken any time at all to paint this.

Kaylie-sama, youre amazing! And it looks wonderful!

Th-thank you very much

Cordelia was charmed by the painting, but Kaylies voice cracked despite it being small.

Its kind of a waste to have you draw the daily menus.

N-no As you can see, I can paint them quickly, and Its a special skill that I dont have much use for elsewhere, so if it can help you

You must have magic hands since youre able to create such a wonderful thing straight away.

Kaylies ears turned red at those words, and Cordelia came up with an idea.

Umm If youre alright with it, would you like to use your skill more?

Huh?

I thought about offering a message service for people who might buy our products as souvenirs or gifts. I was going to prepare an art relief for the card, but since you have such talent, how about we sell special cards painted by you as well?

Kaylie widened her eyes at those words, then shook her head vigorously.

No, but, I cant

Thats not true. I cant do it, but its wonderful because you can. Of course, I dont mind if the profits from this are added to your income.

Cordelia watched as Kaylie nodded lightly and was relieved.

She was curious about why Kaylie didnt have much confidence, but she was able to find something that Kaylie excelled in and was happy that they could work hard together.

It seems like your shop is thriving.

Yes, fortunately.

It has been a month since Cordelias Fragranceopened.

Cordelia stopped by Marquis Flantheims mansion on her way back home from the shop, and received hospitality from Vernoux, even though it was she who usually entertained. However, the sweets and tea in front of them were gifts from Cordelia.

She came here to deliver Saras balm, and also give Vernoux some sweets since he loves them.

Unfortunately, Sara was sick and was sleeping, but she encountered Vernoux, who had just returned home, while she was leaving the items to the maid.

Its thriving, and it seems like you have plenty of stock.

We barely have enough, but I have been preparing for the opening for a long time, so were managing somehow.

Oh. Are there a lot of female customers?

Surprisingly, we have a lot of male customers too, but they have their items delivered to them.

Men?

I used to send essential oils to Isma-oniisama from time to time, so I befriended the other knights as well. However, theres an overwhelming number of females that actually visit the store.

Cordelia was stunned when Isma had asked her if she could deliver since there were a lot of knights who were looking forward to the products being sold.

They wanted to purchase the products as gifts for the wives and lovers, as well as for personal use. Cordelia welcomed a large audience for her products, so she conducted deliveries and out-of-business trade during the knights lunch break.

Well, they have more time to think about it like that. When mother visited your store, she said she had met a lot of acquaintances. Youve become the woman of the hour in the blink of an eye.

Dont tease me too much.

Im serious. If its good news, then I should share it, right?

Judging from her childhood friends expression, he was half-serious and half-joking, but he was outspoken like usual.

However, mother said that the products she requests from you directly are better.

Thats because the magic I use to collect the essential oils belongs to the Pameradia House. I dont offer bad quality products at my store, but theres still a difference. Of course, that difference is reflected in the price.

Then, mother was lucky. Im glad that you can make mother happy, but dont you think its time for you to deepen your relationship with other nobles?

If youre referring to evening parties, then Im thinking of attending them soon. I thought it would be difficult to go to them this month since Ive been tired, but I do think I should participate in them soon.

She wanted to be in perfect condition at the evening parties, but her situation was still hectic, and if she continued to be absent from the parties, then she feared that people might view her as unsociable.

She had the excuse that her shop had just opened, but even under normal circumstances, Elvis was unsociable, Cyrus was training at the fief, and Isma was working every day as the deputy commander.

If Cordelia continued to be absent from the evening parties, then it was possible that people would say, Well, she is from the Pameradia House after all. She wanted to avoid that at all costs.

Youre brave.

Actually, Onee-sama told me that I should find my own partner if I want to get married. In a way, thats a battle as well.

Ah, so you want to slip through the Earls iron guard?

Vernoux wasnt surprised and raised the corner of his lips.

The invitations are coming one after the other, arent they? Which one are you going to?

I dont know. Id like to talk to a lot of people though.

How about going to the evening party at Myless place? The Gunnel Houses evening parties are gorgeous and filled with people. They also talk a lot about business. You wont be that nervous at the party since you know Myles, right?

Thats true Viscount Gunnel invited me directly when I met him.

He might have just said that to be polite since it was at her coming of age ceremony, but still, she wanted to answer the invitation since the head had invited her directly.

Im sure Clay will be there too.

Oh my, Clive-sama will? I havent seen him in a while, so Im looking forward to meeting him.

Unfortunately, theres nothing to look forward to. He hasnt changed at all.

Does that also include the fact that you still put him on the spot?

Vernoux lightly whimpered when he heard Cordelias words and turned away.

She had expected it, but it seemed like Clive was still having trouble with Vernoux.

Well, this will actually be my first time going to Myless evening party. Anyway, why dont you attend with a dress that has a lot of impact?

A dress with a lot of impact?

Cordelia tilted her head and Vernoux nodded seriously.

Its better to stand out if theres a lot of people, right? For example, how about a crimson dress? I feel like Countess Weltoria also wears a lot of dresses with red on them, but I think that colour would suit you.

He must be referring to her eye colour and favourite roses.

Ill think about it if the opportunity arises.

You can create as many opportunities as you want. Its a colour with a lot of energy, right? Its not like you to not try something that will probably look good on you.

I might choose to wear a crimson dress if I find myself in a situation where I have to be strong.

I might need to make myself stand out if I find myself on a stage where I cant back down.

(Besides if I can get the best result by wearing a red dress, then I might be able to separate myself from the dreadful shadow of Cordelia.)

I dont think her personality and mine are the same, but it still bothers me.

I dont care either way, but red is a lucky colour isnt it?

Yes. But only on dresses.

Hmm. Then should I watch carefully if you appear in a red dress?

She couldnt judge from Vernouxs expression whether he was curious or worried about his childhood friend. However, if he were there, then it wouldnt take a turn for the worse even if he was only curious.

Well, either way, Im going to Myless.

I see.

Im sure I still have about ten days.

Then, Ill look forward to it.

Is there something for you to look forward to, Vernoux-sama?

Yeah. Something interesting might happen.

Those words give me a bad feeling.

Rude. Well, Im just anticipating that you wont be able to do anything because a lot of people will crowd around you. If youre surrounded by women, then you wouldnt be able to have two blessings at once, now would you?

Thats too much of an exaggeration.

A woman who makes another woman wait upon them, is that what hes imagining?

(If its just that, then its not something I have to worry about.)

Even if he had said that she was a disappointment, then it would irritate her, but it didnt trouble her.

Ill be leaving now.

Alright. Its not good for you to go back too late. Ill give the items to my mother.

She handed the items that she was going to give to the maid, to Vernoux. In the small basket was a card which stated the name of the product that she had brought today and how to use it.

Thats a nice card. The picture looks faint, did you draw this at the shop?

Yes. A wonderful woman drew it for me.

Oh.

Vernoux was unusually interested and Cordelia laughed.

Vernoux-sama, please talk to me when you want to gift someone something.

Well, I hope there wont be a day when I have to rely on you.

Oh my, thats rude.

Cordelia lightly shrugged and brushed off his comment since he was probably just trying to hide his embarrassment.

Come to think of it, this is rare. I never see you wear bracelets.

Does it look good on me?

Well, it probably does, doesnt it?

Shouldnt you compliment me at a time like this even if theyre just empty words? She thought while gently brushing her hands over the slender bracelets on her left arm.

One of them was delivered with the other products on the day of her shop opening, and Cordelia wore it with the bracelet that she had received from her mother.

The package said it was from the Flantheim House, but she knew straight away that it was from Gille because the letter inside had said Congratulations on opening your store.

However, Gille probably hadnt told Vernoux anything about the store since Vernoux hadnt said anything and he looked like he was hearing it for the first time.

(Im happy hes congratulating me, but he should have said it to me directly.)

However, Cordelia liked that the design was simple, elegant and went with any type of clothing. Moreover, she always wore it on her because it mysteriously healed her whenever she felt tired.

When will I be able to thank him? She thought vaguely as Vernoux walked her home.

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