"No harm, this was not intentional on your part."
After exchanging a few more courteous words and saying their goodbyes, Laine sighed in relief. He was finally rid of the young aristocrat. In fact, he was already regretting the encounter a bit.
Reincarnation had brought back many old habits from his mortal life, such as making small talk during meals. Who would have thought he would end up meeting someone so earnest that they followed him all the way to his doorstep?
Squeak—
After closing the front door, Laine entered the house and set down the small packages he was carrying.
"The materials are finally complete."
"This local aristocrat is somewhat useful after all; at least he knows where to buy these things."
After changing out of his outer clothes and unpacking his items, the packages Laine brought back contained nothing else but gold powder, spices, salt, and floral essential oils.
