Boss!
Could I get this week's energy potions?
Sure. I've got your usual here.
Here you go.
Thanks, boss.
I'll be back next week. See you then.
Okay.
Boss, you've got a customer.
Are you Mr. Reiji?
Yes, that's me.
Woof?
Drugstore
In Another World
My name is Rayne.
Rayne
I am the butler serving Lord Casty Fen Dran Valgas.
Okay...
Today's Prescription: Part 1 Beautiful Belle's Beautiful Skin Gel
Cas-en-tra?
Ms. Noela, let's be quiet for now.
Woof...
I have been instructed to invite you to the manor by Lady Flam,
the wife of the head of the Valgas family.
Huh?
M-Mr. Reiji, I had no idea you'd become so close with another woman.
Not only that, but she's someone's wife, meaning... she's a m-married woman!
Master, what's a married woman?
Don't worry about it, Noela.
And Mina, don't let your imagination run away with you!
U-Uh... I'm sorry, but who are you?
You don't know, boss?
Count Casty Fen Dran Valgas is the lord who rules over Kalta and our village.
Indeed.
You mean he's like a noble?
Exactly.
What does someone like that want with me?
Lady Flam said she would tell you about that when you met in person.
Mr. Reiji, you need to settle things with her before it turns into a serious matter!
Huh?!
This way, please.
A carriage?!
So fast!
So huge!
Lady Flam
You're the genius alchemist everyone's talking about?
Uh... I'm not one of those, but I'm probably who they meant.
What can I do for you?
Your butler said you'd tell me face to face.
Allow me to be direct.
I'd like you to prepare an ointment of rejuvenation.
An ointment of rejuvenation?
You can do it, can't you?
Y-Yes. How long do I have to develop it?
Five days.
Five days?!
No, since the dinner party is five days from now,
could you bring it here by afternoon five days from now?
Five days isn't enough time.
Oh, dear! Are you saying I'll have to endure the lords gossiping
about how old I look behind my back again?
They're wrong, Lady Flam. You're young and beautiful.
A-Am I?
Yes. You're plenty beautiful just the way you are.
It's no use, though. Even if you believe that, they don't.
I see. Once someone spreads malicious gossip about her, she loses her confidence.
That used to happen to me all the time in the other world.
Alchemist, please. Isn't there anything you can do?
I'll pay as much as you want.
Oh, no. I ask only that you pay me fairly once I've completed your ointment.
You mean you'll make it?
Uh...
What have I done?
Very well. I'll do what I can.
Even if I can't actually restore your youth,
I can create a medicine that will make you look younger.
Oh, I see! You're going to fight the effects of aging!
It won't be anything that miraculous!
Truly you are a genius alchemist, to defy the providence of God!
4 Days Later
There.
I've got all the ingredients.
It looks like Mr. Reiji was asked to make some kind of medicine as compensation.
Compensation?
Oh, I'm sorry. Noela-san, you don't need to know that word.
Woof?
There, it's done.
Beautiful Belle's Beautiful Skin Gel
Beautiful Belle's Beautiful Skin Gel.
Moisturizes and beautifies the skin.
Prevents moisture from escaping and makes the skin supple.
The Next Day
I've come to deliver your medicine.
This is it?
Yes. Please put it on your face every day after bathing.
On my face?
Alchemist, you're not trying to trick me, are you?
Then pretend you've fallen for my trick and try using it.
If it doesn't work, you don't need to pay me.
It smells lovely.
It contains flowers and fruit.
Test it out on the back of your hand.
My, it's practically being absorbed into my skin!
But I'm a bit reluctant to put it on my face.
It's not me who has to suffer frustration and sadness at the dinner party, but you.
If you don't want to use it, then that's fine.
If you're so insistent, then I shall try it.
I'm sick of being the subject of their mockery.
That's right. Get back at the people who mocked you.
Indeed.
I'm excited for the dinner party already.
Mr. Reiji, have you taken care of that matter?
What matter?
You and that noblewoman... You know...
Your a-affair, Mr. Reiji.
You haven't been to her manor recently, so...
What? She still thinks that's what happened?
Woof. Someone's here.
Woof. Master, they gave me this.
Gave you what?
Wow, these cookies look expensive.
Because of you, alchemist, I was able to get back at those lords.
Thank you.
Oh, good. It worked out.
What a relief.
Delicious, delicious!
Such noble flavors.
It looks like people are still confused,
but if they're satisfied, then I'm satisfied.
Such beautiful skin.
Today's Prescription: Part 2 Charm Fragrance
Master!
Master, Drills is here.
Drills?
Yes. Ms. Ringlets is looking for you, Mr. Reiji.
Ringlets?
How do you do?
I am Elaine Fen Dran Valgas.
Elaine
I feel like I've heard that name recently.
Reiji-san, it's that noble family.
Oh, right.
Mr. Reiji, you still haven't settled the matter with that woman yet?
Woof.
And now you've gotten her daughter involved?
I told you, it's not like that!
Woof.
Shouldn't you take a more respectful attitude?
I came all the way to this remote place by myself to bless you with my presence.
Bless us with your presence?
Nobody asked you to come!
Okay, Ms. Noela. You're coming with me.
Listen, miss,
if you want respect, you should start by respecting the people around you.
That's the first step toward becoming an adult.
D-Don't treat me like a child!
Huh?
The day after tomorrow, I will be attending a dinner party with my father.
I am a proper lady!
I... I see.
So, did you come here to buy something?
Have you saved up enough allowance?
Or did your mother ask you to buy something?
I'm not here on an errand for my mother.
I came here today to request that you make a medicine for me.
Request what?
My mother was unrecognizably rejuvenated by the medicine you made.
So naturally, you should be able to make something for me, as well.
That depends on the time frame and nature of the medicine.
By the day after tomorrow, I'd like a love potion to—
No way. I can't do that for you.
Why not? Are you saying you can fulfill my mother's request, but not mine?
Listen, you—
It's Elaine!
Uh... Listen, Elaine—
That's Ms. Elaine to you!
Ms. Elaine, you don't need a love potion to be cute.
You're already an attractive lady.
I know that.
She's not denying it.
But Lord Lards of the Gallardo family will be attending the dinner party.
And I, um...
I see. So that's why you want a love potion?
Yes. B-But it's not what you think.
Lord Lards is the second son of a count.
Our families are on equal footing.
So, well... As far as I'm concerned, I could get a far better man.
I see. You are an attractive lady, after all.
You're making fun of me, aren't you?
You noticed?
Have the decency to deny it!
Sorry.
Hey, you should take people seriously when they're talking!
She seems to be enjoying herself.
Woof?
Okay, listen. Suppose you use a love potion and Lord Lards falls in love with you.
Okay.
Here. This was from your mother, actually.
Woof.
Ms. Noela!
Woof...
Anyway, suppose he falls in love with you. Then what?
Unless you keep taking the love potion, he won't stay in love with you.
Isn't there something else you could be working on instead of getting a love potion?
Then what should I do to attract Lord Lards?
Huh?
I don't have any experience with this...
But I have to tell her something.
Uh, well, let me see... I know! Yeah!
I can't make you a love potion,
but I might be able to make you a medicine that will make you attractive.
Really? You can?
Y-Yeah.
Woof.
I may not have romantic skills, but in this world, I have medicine-making skills!
Oh, how marvelous! You can move your ears and tail!
This is my first time seeing a beastling.
I'm not a beastling!
What could you be other than a beastling?
I'm a werewolf!
Is there a difference?
A big difference!
Oh, come on...
Master, I don't like Drills!
You've got the dignity of a werewolf.
Ms. Noela, what about me?
I like you!
Hooray!
All right. Now for the finishing touches.
Done!
Charm Fragrance
Charm Fragrance.
A perfume with a refreshing fruit smell.
Smells good.
D-Did you finish your love potion?
Just so you know, it's not a love potion.
Here are the effects.
What? "An ordinary perfume that smells nice"?
Yes. It may be an ordinary perfume,
but if you use it according to my instructions, you'll level up as a lady.
I'll level up?
However, it's possible to ruin its effects with your
attitude, expression, and behavior.
I-I know that.
This side of her is compliant and cute.
Now rub your wrists together.
Okay. Like this?
My, what a lovely smell.
But this doesn't seem like enough.
Applying too much actually makes it unpleasant.
I see. You're quite well-informed, aren't you?
You just know too little.
S-Surely there's a kinder way to phrase that.
I'm the daughter of the Valgas family that rules over this town.
I know. Okay, now we'll do your neck.
I see reminding you of my status has no effect on you.
What an odd person.
That should do it.
Drills has a nicer look on her face now.
What a lovely smell!
Fragrances can change hearts.
Impressive work, Mr. Reiji.
Welco—
I heard milady is— She's here!
Miss, I've been looking for you!
Oh, my. You found me.
What? You didn't tell your butler you were coming here?
Mr. Reiji, thank you for this. Take care.
Good luck at the dinner party.
Where did that c-come from?!
I-I don't need your encouragement! I'm a lady overflowing with charm!
Y-You don't need to worry about me!
She's probably at the age where she's in love with being in love.
I'm sure plenty of things will go wrong,
but I hope that perfume helps her in some small way.
Kirio Drugstore
Several Days Later
At least, that's what I thought.
How do you do?
Welco— Oh, Elaine.
What's the matter? Isn't the dinner party today?
Actually, I've decided not to go.
Huh?
Wh-When I thought about it,
I realized a man who speaks frankly w-would be a better match for me.
Uh-huh...
A-And besides, I prefer talented men.
Oh, Ms. Elaine. What brings you here today?
I-I've come to help around the shop.
Help?
Woof?
I don't know what you could do to help.
I-I'm sure I could do anything that beastling can do.
I'm not a beastling! I'm a werewolf!
Huh? Are you wearing that perfume?
Yes. I, um... wore it today.
Do you find it unpleasant?
No, it smells good.
But why did you wear it?
B-Because I'm a lady.
And I'll be here for two days.
Two days?
I got permission to work here from my parents.
And from my butler, as well.
You never got my permission.
Woof. Master is right.
Even my father said I could work for two days.
He said it would be a good opportunity to learn about the world.
Don't you need my permission first as the owner of this shop?
Woof. Master is right.
Mr. Reiji, will you not allow it?
Master, no Drills.
Why don't we do this?
You can assist Ms. Noela.
That sounds like a good idea.
Woof! I'll teach Drills!
You're going to teach me, Ms. Noela?
Not Ms. Noela. Professor Noela!
Professor Noela. How marvelous.
Actually... I would prefer to have Mr. Reiji teach me.
Master is busy. He doesn't have time for you.
Good luck, you two.
Woof. You have to listen to me.
Okay.
First, greetings. Welcome!
Welcome!
Kirio Drugstore
Woof. Are you listening, Drills?
Hey.
Welcome.
Welcome to our store.
Well, what are you looking for today?
I graciously offer you my assistance.
Boss, what's going on here?
Sorry.
I'm really sorry.
Don't worry. It's funny, so it's all good.
See you later.
We're lucky Ms. Micott was our customer.
Elaine.
If you interact with customers like that, they'll stop coming. They think it's creepy.
Okay, Lady Elaine?
Huh? C-Could you say that one more time?
I said, if you interact with customers like that—
Not that. The "Lady Elaine" part.
Lady... Elaine?
Oh, I can imagine slipping out of my manor at night to secretly meet with you!
But you and I are a noblewoman and a commoner.
Our statuses are too different!
I'm not sure what this is, so I'm going to ignore it.
And so, Lady Elaine and her ringlets worked at the shop for two days.
Ms. Noela, here you go.
For me?
Yes. I made this perfume myself.
Mr. Reiji taught me how to make it.
Thanks, Drills. You can have this.
Oh, my. It looks just like your tail.
A substitute Noela.
Ms. Noela, would it be all right if I came again?
Sure.
Thank you, Ms. Noela.
They've become friends.
I never expected this.
It's so hot.
Today's Prescription: Part 3 Sweetheart Cooling Gel
Why is it so hot today?
I'm going to squeeze you.
Get off of me, you hairball!
It's hot up by the ceiling, too.
How do you do?
I have arrived.
Drills!
I'm sorry. I didn't come to play with you today, Ms. Noela.
Since it's so hot, my father instructed me to ask Mr. Reiji
to make a medicine that will bring winter to us.
I can't do that!
You can't?
Look, magic and medicine aren't the same...
Actually, that might work. All right.
Sweetheart Cooling Gel
Done.
Sweetheart Cooling Gel.
As the gel evaporates, it removes heat.
First, I'll test it on myself.
I'm experiencing an extremely localized winter!
Cold, cold!
It's that cold? I want to try it, too!
Me, too!
Cold, cold, cold!
Winter has arrived! Winter, in the middle of summer!
You're right. Mr. Reiji's medicines never fail to impress.
S-So cold...
So sleepy...
Ms. Noela, don't go to sleep!
I'm so cold... and sleepy...
I love you, Mr. Reiji...
Are you freezing to death in the mountains?!
You used all of it?!
If you use too much, you'll get too cold!
Closing Time
Kirio Drugstore.
Thank you...
...for visiting...
...again today.
Woof.
Incredible. This is incredible.
Next Customer
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