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- Once, I told a guy who brought up this topic that any woman, as a rule, would rate herself a 10 if asked such a question. If you feel like a woman, then that's how it is, and there are no gray areas here. As for me, I don't believe in any scales; it's too subjective and contrived. Men have all sorts of nonsense going on in their heads: some will rate one appearance a 10, and others will rate the same appearance a 5. And as for personal charm in communication – if there's a desire, you'll please anyone, and if there isn't, you won't please them no matter how hard you try. To reduce something as complex as self-perception in the entire spectrum of aspects to a single number on a scale is a futile exercise. But, I still wish you luck in your research. Maybe you'll get some numbers out of it.
While Aiyano was talking to Anpan, she didn't notice AM Lord approaching. The man listened to the conversation between the miko and the creedar with a dejected, broken, and defeated look, for reasons only he understood.
- It looks like something that will be useful for bringing our neighbors out of their dream world in the not-so-distant future. I like it! Once we finish with the routine tasks, we will definitely take a closer look at this unusual design.Author
-- Besides... -- the second blueprint is taken out. -- Well, here I'm not asking for any improvements; this is more of a personal project, a modification of a chainsword to suit my needs, with the main parts made from space ore... It's a bit bigger, the shape of the teeth is slightly different, so it can cut through anything, but all of this is still insignificant; the main thing is, did I scale the engine correctly? Maybe I have the wrong gear ratio? And here – another ruby? I would have liked to be completely independent in this personal development, but I would still be glad if you could at least confirm that everything is okay, because if problems are discovered after assembly, it will be a little unpleasant.
- You did the right thing by asking for advice. Unlike other metals, if there are mistakes, it will be much more difficult to re-smelt space ore than ordinary metal, so you should approach the creation of items from it even more responsibly than usual. But I don't see any mistakes here, which is what I should expect from my student. By the way, let me give you a small gift to celebrate your craft qualification. I think it will be useful.
Special Gear Improves the parameters or effects of items crafted using the clockmaker profession. Adds additional attack to weapons.
After that, she decided to check out "Ornament." Judging by the fact that the task for a new design was marked as already completed, there was a good chance that something new was waiting for her there. Perhaps even not a banner of one of the Welfern provinces.
"To the blacksmithing craft, hmm-hmm." The Knight nodded understandingly. "That's good news. ... But why aren't you taking it? Won't anyone have a chance to continue your great talent in the future?"
- "I'll be dead by then, so what's the point of me worrying about such things?"
"An interesting collection, even if it lacks the thematic unity of the main assortment. Good designs, colorful. It's even a little intriguing to wonder who created them. And how will people now perceive a banner with a dragon soaring above the mountains, in light of recent events? I hope the Kre'adar won't hold a grudge against the poor owner for trading in such designs. It's clearly just a coincidence." — Good day, — she said first, — you have some interesting new items here. It's pleasing to the eye. May I have "Song of the Stars," "Mystery of the Black Cat," and "Flight of the Dragon," please? As before, the banners that Alaria was tempted to call tapestries were meant to serve as reminders. "Song of the Stars" is about Reime, who is somewhere out there, far away, in the vastness of space. "Flight of the Dragon" is about the tragedy of Kre'adar and their heroic battle against Despair. The only exception was the black cat, which was intended for Beata and Guion. A kind of reminder of Mysterius... "Wait a minute! Mystery of the Black Cat. Mysterius. Does that mean... oh, never mind. I hope I'm not buying a duplicate of something they already have." Alaria wanted to buy something for Klin as well, but she had no doubt that he already had a banner of his native Kre'adar at home. And there wasn't much else to give. Not "Flight of the Dragon," surely? Perhaps a painting with familiar landscapes would be better. But even if she found one, it would cost much more than three dozen rems.
- So, I'll be dead by then, what's the point of worrying about such things?
—Well, you will die, but the work you've dedicated your life to will continue to exist and benefit people. A part of your soul will become immortal in this endeavor. It's like when the owner of a great sword falls in battle; his weapon doesn't break and can still serve his comrades. Doesn't that sound good?
- Once, I told a guy who brought up this topic that any woman would generally rate herself a 10 if asked. If you feel like a woman, then that's how it is, and there are no gray areas here. As for me, I don't believe in any scales; it's too subjective and contrived. Men have all sorts of nonsense in their heads: some will rate a woman a 10, and others will rate her a 5. And as for personal charm in communication, if there's a desire, you'll please anyone, and if there isn't, you won't please them no matter how hard you try. Trying to reduce something as complex as self-perception across a whole spectrum of aspects to a single number on a scale is a futile exercise. But, I still wish you luck in your research. Maybe you'll get some numbers out of it.
- This is all demagoguery, and the only subjective and contrived concepts and variables here are "belief," "nonsense," "desire," and "futility," as well as statements based on anecdotes. Just as there are exceptional people who can lift a certain weight with a hundred units of strength, there are women who will be attractive to the vast majority of men – this is a statistical fact that cannot be easily dismissed with false theoretical reasoning. Based on this, a corresponding scale can be constructed. To be honest, I'm disappointed that, of all the possible answers, you chose not only to not answer at all but also decided to cover up your unwillingness to do so with false arguments. And for your information, your insincere wish for good luck is just that – insincere, given the dismissive thoughts you expressed. You are only angering the gods and shaming your followers. I won't say that I'm glad about this meeting, because that would be a lie, but I still hope that you will learn from this lesson.
Anpan leaves. - Interesting guy... - Edin commented, unintentionally becoming a witness to this dialogue.
And for your information, your insincere wish for good luck is just that – insincere – especially in the context of the dismissive thoughts you expressed. You are only angering the gods and shaming your followers.
Now everything is clear. Anpan, with his speech, angered the kami, and they brought Beznyadega to Krider to teach him a lesson. 😔
- It looks like something that will be useful for bringing neighbors out of their dream world in the not-so-distant future. I like it! Once we finish with the routine, we will definitely take a closer look at this unusual design.
-- I'm glad you like it!Author
- You did the right thing by deciding to advise. Unlike other metals, in case of mistakes, it will be much more difficult to re-smelt cosmic ore than ordinary metal, so you should approach the creation of items from it even more responsibly than usual. But I don't see any mistakes here, which is what I should expect from my student. By the way, let me give you a small gift to celebrate your craft qualification. I think it will be useful. Special Gear Improves the parameters or effects of items made using the watchmaker profession. Adds extra attack to weapons.
-- Oh my! It seems that I have only just mastered the previous intricacies that you taught me, and not all of them, and here is a new mystery in front of me...
The girl spins the gear on her finger, making sure that it not only doesn't fade in rotation, but actually seems to gain momentum.
-- The laws of conservation must be observed, that was in your lessons, how does this gear work? Although there is internal energy in precious stones, so, hmm... -- she examines it carefully for familiar technologies, slightly combined differently. On the other hand, if the secret were so simple, these gears would be in all products, therefore, there was an insurmountable production problem that prevented their mass production. This was undoubtedly a valuable gift, a very valuable one. The grateful look of the redhead showed that she understood this well.
-- Thank you, Master. I don't even know what I deserved it for, -- the last phrase sounded slightly ambiguous, in addition to the main meaning of "such valuable gifts," there was a slight hint of "such a wonderful, fulfilling life." -- I now have tripled (because three turns, whoosh) enthusiasm for today's work, please give me a task and set a timer for eight hours
- Yes, he's a bit strange. To get so angry because someone didn't unconditionally accept his terms, to hurl a few insults, and even bring the gods into it, and to be sarcastic towards the parishioners... You wouldn't think he's so easily offended just by looking at him – I heard he gets along with everyone, but here we are. But I suppose that's normal for a young, idealistic age, especially when it comes to the opposite sex? - Aiyano shrugs philosophically. - I hope he really learns from this – no one owes him anything, and not everything in life goes according to our first whim without any obstacles or the need to defend our views. It's just a shame that I said all this into the void. She turns her gaze from the receding figure, swallowing tears in a cloud of dust, back to the guard: - Edin-san, can you tell me how their workload and vacation schedule are? I was actually going to ask Minako-chan for something, but now I'm wondering if she'll even have the opportunity, even if she agrees. If they study from morning till night, and have other activities after lectures, I'm not even sure.
— Good day, — first things first, one should greet, — you have quite a nice selection here. It pleases the eye. May I please have "Song of the Stars," "Secret of the Black Cat," and "Flight of the Dragon"?
— Hello. Of course, here you go. Alexandra accepts 85 rem and packs: — Thank you for your purchase!
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—Well, you will die, but the work you devoted your life to will continue to exist and benefit people. A part of your soul will become immortal in this way. It's like if the owner of a great sword falls in battle, his weapon won't break and can still serve his comrades. Isn't that a good thing?
— It already is in all the items I've crafted in my life, and I don't have a need for anyone to use my name...
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— Yes, it's a bit strange. To get so angry because someone didn't unconditionally accept his terms, to throw a few insults, and even bring the gods into it, and to be sarcastic with the followers. And you wouldn't think he's so offended just by looking at him – I was told he's friends with everyone, but here you go. But I guess that's normal for a young, idealistic age? Especially with the opposite sex... — Ayano shrugs philosophically. — I hope he really learns from this lesson – no one owes him anything, and not everything in life always goes according to our first whim without the slightest obstacles and the need to defend our views. It's just a shame that I said that when he was already gone. Turns her gaze from the departing figure, swallowing tears in a cloud of dust, back to the guard: — Edin-san, can you tell me how things are with the workload and vacations here? I was going to ask Minako-chan for something, but now I'm wondering if she'll even have the opportunity to do it, even if she agrees. If they study from morning till night, and also have other activities after lectures, then I'm not even sure.
— You know, Ayano, allow me to point out that from the height of my Lunarian age, you both behaved like offended children... Perhaps it's not my place to say this, but think about your reputation; it's much more important to a person of your status than to an ordinary guy. And Minako... it depends on what exactly you expect from her. There are no vacations planned right now.
- Hello. Of course, please. Alexandra accepts 85 rem and packages: - Thank you for your purchase!
— And I thank you, for the wonderful assortment, — smiled the Tanarsian woman, — have a nice day.
Having finished with her shopping, the girl finally headed to the Carneol headquarters, where she found the tests lying on the table. At first she wanted to put off filling them out until later and was about to head to the Ghio-no-Beata room, but she was stopped by the sounds of singing. "Well now. I didn't know she also loves it and knows how," — such a discovery, for some reason, greatly surprised the former inquisitor, — "hmm, and after all, she's supposedly a flexible-and-graceful acrobat too. Had she been born in Reim, she could have tried her luck at a certain academy..." Covering her mouth with her palm, the warrior couldn't help but smile at this comical thought. The straightforward and sharp-tongued Beata in an idol's form was an absolutely absurd picture, but that's precisely what made it amusing. And on top of that, one could even imagine a story about their forbidden love with Guyon, who would be her manager-bodyguard. Having mentally chuckled once more at the fruits of her morbid imagination, Alaria decided not to disturb the duet concert and chose to devote her free time to other matters. Like the test.
Perhaps the old her would have answered some questions differently. Or maybe she would have played it safe, just in case, and given softer answers to some of them. But now the former inquisitor probably felt calmer than ever before and answered as honestly as possible. There was even a semblance of peace, despite the fact that at any moment the maniac legate could return to Margel or one of his monsters of the week could arrive. Filling out the test turned out to be surprisingly easy, despite her personal skepticism toward such practices. This approach seemed far too imperfect to her. But what can you do. It's only a pity that the results are unlikely to be announced to her by anyone. Or maybe not a pity, considering the specifics of the questionnaire.
Did I understand correctly that the characters are unaware of the results?
- Edin-san, if by "offense" you mean what I just said, please don't take it to heart. It's clear that I had to give my verbal assessment of what happened in that form only because it had to be done according to the rules of the divine comedy, and because the young man was offended, he avoided criticizing himself, deciding to have the last word. I don't need to rehearse a monologue as if I were sitting in the back row at school, do I? And to ignore him completely would be impolite, because he clearly put a lot of thought into his tirade. So don't worry, his point of view, which suspiciously resembles some kind of strange meta-commentary, is so alien to me that such childishness cannot affect my feelings in any way, especially since he didn't even understand my answer. As for Minako-chan... well... For example, is it possible for students to have part-time jobs? Considering their workload.
I would have gladly acted out the scene where they turn on the radio, but the radio hadn't been invented yet, and I remembered that I sometimes sing while working, so I decided to portray that I would be drawing flags while listening to songs.
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