He examined the torn metal ribs of the fan, then nodded once.
"I'll take it."
The woman beside him said nothing this time.
Kiara explained the loading process in clear, concise steps, showing him how to insert the bullet and reset the chamber. When she finished, she placed the pistol and remaining ammunition back into the wooden case and slid it across the counter toward him.
Her smile this time carried more than just professional courtesy.
As he accepted the box and she returned his excess coin, sharp notifications chimed in her mind.
[One Single-Shot Pistol sold.]
[Four gold and fifty silver deducted.]
[Six 9mm Bullets sold.]
[One gold and eight silver deducted.]
[Main Quest Completed.]
The deductions stung a little, thinning the warmth in her chest, but her expression never wavered.
"Please visit again," she said warmly.
The couple left without another word. Outside, the massive wolves resumed their powerful stride, pulling the carriage away into the night.
