Kamisama Shop de Cheat no Kaori

Chapter 114. Three Companions And Journey

We had been on the road for about half a day since leaving the economic-free city-state of Tessa.

The sun was directly overhead, casting hardly any shadows.

The muscled dwarf sitting next to me had been noisy since our departure.

His name was “Wandering Hammer” Hagg.

He’s a dwarf with an epithet. Normally, he carries a huge hammer on his back, capable of easily fending off gigantic buffaloes, akin to mammoths.

He claims to be an inventor. I initially thought that was dubious, but it turns out he has quite the skills. It’s surprising.

So, what’s so noisy about Hagg…?

“Hey! Let me drive! You keep saying later, later!”

…it’s this.

Honestly, it’s unbearable.

Even back on Earth, I wouldn’t let anyone recklessly drive this RV, which costs as much as a house with land in some regions.

“Like I said, eventually. For now, just get familiar with it.”

“Hmph! Don’t underestimate me! That wheel works like a ship’s helm, and you control the speed with the pedals, right? I got it immediately!”

He said with a smug face.

“Well, you’re not wrong, but… do you know what the other two pedals are for?”

“Ugh…”

Yes, there are three pedals.

This RV is a manual. And it’s left-hand drive.

If I hadn’t had experience driving my boss’s American car, I would have stalled and embarrassed myself when setting off. If I had stalled and been caught up by Cherina, it would have been extremely awkward.

Anyway, if it were automatic, I might let Hagg drive a bit…

“Do you even know what this stick does?”

I said, poking the gear shift. Hagg fell silent, grumbling.

If we can solve the issue of his short legs, maybe I’ll let him drive.

“It’s tiring for one person to drive all the time, so you’ll learn eventually. I need to get used to it too.”

“Hmm… it’s a man’s promise.”

“Got it.”

Honestly, driving the whole time is exhausting. If someone could take over for even an hour, it would help a lot. Drivers will understand this.

There are rest areas on highways, but unfortunately, such conveniences don’t exist in this world. Luckily, we have a toilet and running water, so as long as we clean regularly, we should be fine.

“Alright, let’s take a break. Hungry?”

“Oh! I was so fascinated, I forgot! Now that you mention it, I am hungry! Hahaha!”

As soon as he heard, his stomach growled loudly.

It’s understandable to forget eating when you’re absorbed in something you like.

I steered the RV off the path, sliding it between a large rock and some trees. Even in the wilderness, there are occasional 3-meter trees.

I opened the small window connecting the cabin to the driver’s seat and called to Yaralai, the elf riding in the back.

“Time to eat. Let’s get out.”

“Alright.”

Answered Yaralai, a tall elf with blond dreadlocks and dressed like a Native American. His appearance alone shattered the fantasy image, but he was handsome.

His name is Yaralai.

“Black Needle” Yaralai.

He also has an epithet. It’s so cringe-worthy that it makes me blush just thinking about it.

He usually carries a black needle, a super thick estoc, on his back. Is that really what elves are like?

Yaralai sat quietly on the cabin sofa, seemingly unfazed by small details, unlike Hagg.

Maybe he was surprised by the air conditioning.

When Hagg and I got out of the RV, Yaralai also opened the door and stepped out.

We could use the cabin sink, but I decided to save that for later. I haven’t fully explored the cabin’s features yet.

I should have changed everything. Well, I’ll do it later.

Low-priority issues are postponed.

I didn’t want to dirty the sink yet, so outside will do for now.

“Alright, let’s have lunch.”

“Alright.”

“I’ll help.”

“Hahaha… finally, lunch.”

…Wait, weren’t there too many responses?

Before I could ponder, Hagg and Yaralai had their weapons pointed at the RV.

Hey! Don’t break the RV, or no lunch for you!

“Who’s there?!”

“Who are you?!”

Hagg and Yaralai simultaneously demanded, their voices tense.

Finally realizing something unusual was happening, I hurriedly took out my “Light Sword” Kuuri.

“Heh, good reaction. Not bad.”

Following their gaze to the RV roof, I saw a strange silhouette.

It was humanoid.

Though they seemed small, their arms were oddly large. No, they were wearing oversized gauntlets.

“…Ah.”

Then I remembered who it was.

“Heh… remembered?”

She leaped down in front of us.

“Heh, long time no see, merchant.”

It was one of the customers who bought cassava from me.