Carla looked at Aux with a surprised expression. She seemed not to have expected to meet a Mage who had such a deep understanding of Enchantment Magic.
Wendy nervously asked, "My Enchantment Magic was taught to me by Grandeeney. Big Brother Aux, have you met her...?"
Wendy instinctively thought that Grandeeney had taught someone else the same magic.
"Wendy..."
Carla's expression was complicated.
Wendy also seemed to realize she was babbling and lowered her head after being gently called.
That's right. Enchantment Magic isn't some special magic; it's normal for others to possess this ability.
"I'm afraid I haven't," Aux replied.
Despite being mentally prepared for such an answer, Wendy was still very upset.
There was no further communication on the way back.
Back in Hargeon, the client and the fishermen immediately took the fish away from the coastline to prevent it from escaping after reverting to its original form.
Aux's remuneration had, of course, not yet been given. He, along with Wendy and Carla, were invited to an open space they had prepared in advance.
Besides the fishermen, there were also many residents from the city. Among them were quite a few nobles.
Five hours passed in a blink of an eye, and everyone held their breath, their eyes wide.
Firearms, chains, and other preparations were ready.
Buzz...
A white light emanated from the fish, and it slowly grew larger under everyone's gaze.
Clap, clap, clap, clap...
The monstrous fish's body reverted, immediately causing all the residents present to exclaim repeatedly.
At the same time, they quickly retreated to a distance.
"How can this monstrous fish be so big? If it hits you with its tail, you'll surely die!"
"I didn't expect there to be such a huge monstrous fish in the sea."
"It's a pity it's too big, otherwise buying it to keep as an ornamental fish would be great."
"How much meat must such a big fish have?"
"I wonder if the meat of this monstrous fish is tasty. I'll buy a couple of pounds later to try."
"..."
The residents and nobles chattered endlessly. The latter, especially, wanted to eat the fish meat, greedily swallowing their saliva.
"Chains on!"
The surrounding fishermen immediately moved, wanting to lock the monstrous fish firmly with chains.
But the monstrous fish was too strong. The chains couldn't hold it, and with a few thrashes, it threw off many fishermen.
"Just kill it first!"
Several fishermen holding magical tools appeared and began relentlessly hammering the monstrous fish.
A bloody scent spread, and the monstrous fish on the shore had no chance against the magical tools. It died not long after.
Blood flowed, and the residents covered their mouths and noses, choked by the smell.
"Those who want monstrous fish meat can come and buy it!" the client shouted.
Immediately, many residents smiled. Such a big monstrous fish—after eating it, there might be magical effects—so they had to buy some to try.
The nobles, of course, wouldn't give up. They specifically chose the best parts of the meat and bought large quantities.
Looking at the client's beaming face, this monstrous fish would make them a fortune.
"These people aren't afraid of it being poisonous..." Aux grumbled.
Carla replied, "Probably not. They live by the sea, so they must know whether this kind of fish is poisonous or not."
Aux thought about it and realized she was right. He didn't speak carelessly anymore and watched as the client sold the monstrous fish until only its large head remained.
The residents seemed uninterested in the fish head. After buying meat, they all dispersed.
Only the client and the fishermen who had gone out to sea remained.
"I've kept you waiting," the client said.
He held a wad of money and offered the reward for the commission with both hands.
"You've been a great help. Besides this remuneration, the monstrous fish's head is also a gift for you."
Hmm?
Aux was counting the money when he heard this and raised an eyebrow.
This gift was a bit strange.
He couldn't possibly take this fish head back to the guild as a collectible, could he? It would stink after two days. It would be better to give him a few teeth from the monstrous fish as decoration.
"This type of monstrous fish is very common; it's a unique fish delicacy in Hargeon. Its meat is delicious, and after cooking, it emits a floral fragrance. And its head is the essence."
"Although its size is a bit deformed due to being too large, its origin hasn't changed. Mage Sir, you can try it."
After listening, Aux summarized it in two words—delicious.
At the client's repeated politeness, Aux used magic to shrink the fish head again.
He bid farewell to the fishermen, Wendy, and Carla, then left.
Without taking a train, they traveled on foot and stopped outside the forest near the city.
"A rare delicacy. And since I can't finish it all by myself, you two should try some too," Aux said.
Carla and Wendy gladly accepted.
They gathered branches and built a bonfire to grill the fish head.
The fish head was enormous. Aux thought it resembled a Sea King from the Pirate World. Cooking it with natural fire would be difficult, so Aux used magic.
A series of spells were cast under the astonished gazes of Wendy and Carla, and soon the fish head emitted a floral fragrance.
"Try it."
Aux divided the fish head into several pieces.
Wendy and Carla also tried a taste.
It was delicious.
Across from him, Carla and Wendy were happily eating. Aux had thought he couldn't finish such a large fish head, but he underestimated a Dragon Slayer Mage's appetite.
Even little Wendy.
Two-thirds of the fish head went into Wendy's stomach, yet her belly didn't bulge at all.
"I ate a bit too much..." Wendy said sheepishly.
Carla touched Wendy's stomach. It was perfectly flat.
"Don't tell me you have a black hole in your stomach?"
Wendy replied, "I don't know what's going on, but I just feel this meat is unexpectedly delicious."
Aux put the last two bites into his mouth.
"Little Wendy, would you like to become my disciple?" Aux asked while tidying the bonfire. "I can teach you more powerful Addition techniques."
Carla immediately became wary.
Wendy hesitated. "Actually, I'd rather use offensive magic..."
Sky Dragon Slayer Magic—perhaps she could sense Grandeeney while using it.
"Little Wendy, girls shouldn't be so violent..." Aux protested.
Carla nodded. "I also think girls shouldn't be so rough..."
Hearing her partner say that, Wendy wavered again.
Aux said understandingly, "No need to rush; there's still a long way to go."
After breaking off a few teeth from the fish head, Aux, Wendy, and Carla continued their journey.
Since they didn't take the train, they spent a night walking from Hargeon to Magnolia.
Aux invited, "Do you want to come back to the guild with me? Natsu should be there too."
Wendy was tempted, but this outing had been long, and her guild master might be worried.
"I'll come to see him next time..." Wendy said.
They boarded the train. Wendy and Carla waved goodbye.
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