YLTESCIA: A Reincarnator's Tale in the Lands of Merusia (3)

Chapter 456: Grey's Mini-Adventure (pt. I)

"Carrots! Potatoes! We're selling for cheap! Just 20 kiels each!"

"Young Man, would you like to buy some pork?"

"Wholesale! We're selling wholesale just for today!"

The morning was young, and the sky had just turned bright blue. The bell had just rung a few minutes ago, yet the whole city was already buzzing with life. Merchants, adventurers, civilians, workers, and office workers were abuzz, busy as can be.

It was yet another sunny day, yet another day to enjoy. Smiles were abloom all over the place, happy expressions playing out left and right as giggles and laughter drifted in the air. There was only peace and warmth, everyone going on with their day.

CLOP CLOP CLOP CLOP CLOP

On such a busy day, a single figure walked aimlessly along the wide streets, his head turning left and right, his eyes swimming all over the place. There was a notepad in his hands, a magical pen dancing atop of it, ink scribbled on the pieces of paper.

What kind of shops were present, what kind of items were sold, what items people purchase, what they skip out on, what are considered luxurious, and so much more. He jotted down all the details he could, the notes filled up one after another.

Of course, he wasn't just observing either. He also took his time to experience the shopping experience himself, tasting all sorts of food and trying all sorts of services, paying coin after coin, bright glimmers shining throughout the journey.

"Mister, I'll have some of these mangos, please." ［Grey］

"Mangos, was it? Which kind would you like, Young Man? Sour ones? Sweet ones? We also have new red mangoes which are a little tart."

"Ohh! I'll have some of those as well, then... Hmm... I'll have 10... No, 20 kilos each. Is there enough for that, Mister?" ［Grey］

"Hahaha! Of course! Looks like we have a big spender here!"

As usual, that young man was none other than Grey. He is now in the Royal Capital, touring around the market and visiting the shopping districts scattered all throughout the city, stopping by from time to time as he jotted down notes.

Whilst the vendor was packing the mangos in a small and light wooden box, Grey's eyes continued to wander around the market, observing ever so carefully and making sure he doesn't miss a single detail about which stalls are busy and crowded.

He isn't just in the Royal Capital to enjoy himself, but to do some market research to see what kind of things people usually need and what shops they should build inside the mall, and what partnerships they may need to build based on the data.

They're already done with Galderia's market, so he's now familiarizing himself with the other cities as well. With so much traffic and a booming economy, what better place was there other than the Royal Capital? It was perfect!

Of course, Grey didn't just go out as is. He once again veiled himself with illusion magic, his hair now painted green, his eyes the color of amber, and a clear pair of spectacles resting on his nose bridge. It was a simple yet effective disguise.

"Mister, can I ask you something?" ［Grey］

"Hm? Sure, go ahead..."

"Then, I won't be holding myself back then." ［Grey］

Grey didn't waste any more time dilly-dallying and asked the stall owner the same questions he asked other vendors and merchants before, making sure to expand the sample size as much as he could and gathering as much data as possible.