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Malleus
Malleus
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As time passes, the heat has started to subside. The breeze is also pleasant.
Now, which store are we heading to next, Viper?
…? Viper isn’t here. As well as Clover, Diamond and the rest…
I wonder where everyone went.
As someone who is not familiar with this area, even if I were to go searching around recklessly, it is unlikely that I will find them. Whatever shall I do.
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Kalim
Kalim
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Huh? It’s Malleus! Heey!
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Malleus
Malleus
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Oya, if it isn’t Asim.
Were you not busy going around greeting everyone as the organizer of the fireworks festival?
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Kalim
Kalim
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If it’s about that, I’ve finished it up completely!
I wanted to hang out with everyone, so I rushed over but… Where’s Jamil and the others?
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Malleus
Malleus
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The thing is, they disappeared in the middle of sightseeing.
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Kalim
Kalim
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Wow, even Malleus gets lost.
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Malleus
Malleus
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That’s not true, Asim. It’s not as if I’ve gotten lost.
There were just many things happening that the others lost sight of me. This sort of thing has always happened in the past.
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Kalim
Kalim
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Uh-huh. But since it’s Jamil, I’m sure he’ll be able to quickly find you so it’ll be fine.
It won’t do us any good trying to rush to contact them, let’s just enjoy shopping the two of us until we can meet up with them.
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Malleus
Malleus
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Alright, I don’t mind.
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Street Vendor
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Hey, you there young man! You’re a tourist. Come take a look at my products for a second.
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Malleus
Malleus
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Oh, this is a bracelet resembling a cobra.
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Street Vendor
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In the Scalding Sands, snakes are seen as an appreciated animal. Within them, cobras are especially respected.
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Kalim
Kalim
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Yeah yeah! They say it’s based on the cobra staff that the Sorcerer of the Sands held.
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Malleus
Malleus
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I see. Then to be granted the goodwill of the Sorcerer of the Sands, allow me to purchase one.
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Street Vendor
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Thanks for your patronage!
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Sundries Vendor
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Hey, young man over there! How would you like a silk place mat?
It’s shaped like a parrot, isn’t it interesting?
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Malleus
Malleus
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Well. Since it was expressly recommended, I suppose I’ll take it.
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Kalim
Kalim
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Hey wait. Malleus, are you going to buy everything they call out to your for?
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Malleus
Malleus
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Yes. It’s rare for me to have cityfolk call out to me in such a familiar manner, it is truly a pleasant experience.
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Kalim
Kalim
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I see! Then, let’s buy and buy a bunch! Even if there’s too many things, I’ll call a car, so it’ll be fine!
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Crafts Vendor
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… Hey, did you hear that? That young man, looks like he’ll buy anything.
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Interior Vendor
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Yeah, this is a golden opportunity to earn a lot.
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Crafts Vendor
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Young man! How about our sand art? You can even put your name into it!
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Interior Vendor
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This glass pen, it’s a fireworks festival limited edition. If you don’t buy it now, you won’t ever be able to get your hands on one again!
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Commodities Vendor
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How about a soap bar made of camel milk? The sun is strong, so it’s important to take care of your skin!
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Children’s Things Vendor
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This is a post card made of dried flowers. It’s perfect to remind you of this travel!
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Kalim
Kalim
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Uwa! Sellers from a whole bunch of stores all started to gather!?
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Malleus
Malleus
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If they all come at once, it’s problematic. I cannot talk with any of them.
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Kalim
Kalim
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Hmm, that’s true. Let’s break away from here for now.
Everyone, sorry! I’ll buy a lot next time!
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Malleus
Malleus
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…
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Timeskip
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Kalim
Kalim
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Even though you specially wanted to enjoy shopping, I’m sorry Malleus.
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Malleus
Malleus
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It’s nothing for you to be concerned about, Asim.
Besides, I was able to really get the feel of the energy of this city.
It’s a lively city. I cannot believe this once was an uninhabitable desert region.
This is the result of many years spent promoting trade by sea and land, as well as cultivating residential areas and agricultural lands.
I seriously believed that humans were only a fleeting presence, however…
They can inherit cultures that span multiple generations, and develop civilizations. They really are interesting.
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Kalim
Kalim
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What you’re saying is a bit difficult for me to understand but… you’re saying that it’s a great city, right? I’m glad!
Not to be outdone by my grandfather and my great-grandfather, I’m also going to invigorate Silk City!
Is there a shop you want to see? If there’s a place you want to go, let me know.
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Malleus
Malleus
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Let’s see. Then I suppose I…
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