[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-i-m-quitting-everything-and-selling-cola":3,"chapter-i-m-quitting-everything-and-selling-cola-i-m-quitting-everything-and-selling-cola-chapter-6":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","I’m Quitting Everything and Selling Cola",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},223432,492,"Chapter 6","i-m-quitting-everything-and-selling-cola-chapter-6",6,"\u003Cp>Chapter 6. Ugly Flower (2)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jurgen once roamed the Demon Realms as if they were his own home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since taking office as Minister of Internal Affairs, he hadn't visited, so this was truly a homecoming after a long time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ooh.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jurgen opened his eyes wide and looked around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Demon Realms existing in pocket dimension form around the world each have their own characteristics.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among them, the northern Labyrinth Demon Realm's characteristics could be summarized in one word.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To add a bit more, it's a death maze with towering gray walls blocked up to the ceiling winding in geometric patterns, with all kinds of walls and traps, and monsters popping out constantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Due to the nature of random placement on the 1st floor when passing through portals, it was also a Demon Realm with extremely high danger levels.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Think about it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vision blocked by thick walls, characterless terrain where specific checkpoints can't be found.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Identifying starting position and current location is nearly impossible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the midst of this, monsters attack whenever there's an opening, so this labyrinth was a terrible hellscape that devoured countless adventurers whole.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...That should be the case.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But coming back after a long time, the atmosphere has changed a lot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What are you doing? This way.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Uh, uhm. I understand.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't act stupid and stick close behind me. Just follow those street lamps.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Street lamps... in a Demon Realm...?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>First, there's a lot more lighting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tar-like darkness that originally required trembling walks relying on dim lamps is now brightly illuminated by street lamps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That's not all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Be careful not to get lost. You might starve to death wandering around the same spot.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let me see... it's left.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[← 2nd Floor Portal] [1st Floor Dandelion Shelter →]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"......\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At crossroads that originally presented adventurers with deadly dilemmas, signposts are now prominently placed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They're so well-maintained they gleam.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"From here, we can go straight through this way.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Miss Penelope, don't we need to be careful of traps?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What era are you talking about? The Adventurer Guild removed traps from major 1st floor routes long ago.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were even shortcuts where large holes were made in the maze walls themselves to reduce travel distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And supposedly no traps either.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this level, you could believe it's a theme park with a maze concept remodeled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even the remaining thread of tension evaporated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Weren't Demon Realms originally more dangerous?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They are dangerous. Ordinary people like you could easily lose their lives if they're not careful. Be more grateful.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well, thank you...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, unlike Jurgen, Penelope moved forward slowly, keeping guard around her with tensed cheeks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was breathing harder than usual, and cold sweat from tension flowed down her forehead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She said while examining the map.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'll detour around routes where monsters frequently patrol if possible. I'm fine, but you wouldn't be.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What's there to worry about with Miss Penelope here?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Be quiet. Don't talk nonsense and follow the veteran's instructions. Making loud noises might attract monsters' attention.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That's right.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though no one would notice...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...Penelope is not a Demon Realm exploration veteran.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is only her fourth time setting foot in a Demon Realm, and even then, it's been a year since the last time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even then, Penelope never took initiative to do anything.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She just walked silently while being supported by professional adventurer parties, with no combat against monsters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was virtually no different from being on an unfamiliar path.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do you know how dangerous the Labyrinth Demon Realm is? A weak person like you would be torn to shreds without taking a few steps, right? Be grateful you have an excellent guide like me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, her clothes didn't show sweat easily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If only to hide her back damp with cold sweat, Penelope acted tough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Anyway, this would be Jurgen's first time entering a Demon Realm, so would he even notice?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I can fight somewhat too.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As long as I'm here, that won't happen. Just carry the luggage properly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Very reliable. Impressive, Miss Penelope.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmm~\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though her nerves were on edge enough to make her head whip around at small sounds, his reaction was satisfying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It would be troublesome if he was amazed by just this much.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She looks forward to his reaction later when she magnificently burns down monsters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He seems like a country bumpkin who doesn't know how amazing a 4th-rank Alchemist is...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once he sees the majesty of magic, he'll immediately realize Penelope's greatness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This way.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Understood.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Time passed and when they reached the 2nd floor, Penelope faced an unexpected situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"......\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is there some problem?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There aren't any monsters at all...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>None.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There are no monsters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite almost traversing the 2nd floor, not a single monster was visible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It seems another adventurer party subjugated them first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That must be it. I know that too.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Isn't it rather fortunate? We can avoid troublesome battles too. Our purpose is the 4th floor'reward room,'not monsters anyway.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I know.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She knows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, she wanted to show off using flashy magic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She even packed plenty of alchemical catalysts in her palette for the first time in a while!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While chewing on frustration over things not working out, Penelope's ears perked up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—Kyurururu...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A monster sound finally heard, far from human presence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Originally it might have been somewhat scary, but since she hadn't seen any, it was almost welcome.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"One's coming.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Get behind me. Don't get scared and run away.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In front of boldly stepping forward Penelope, a monster moving strangely appeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A flat, wide ray-shaped monster that appeared flapping fins in mid-air without water.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its body length is 2-3 meters, but including the dangling thin tail tentacle, it's easily 8 meters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a parasitic-type monster called'Labyrinth Ray.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Usually, it's a creature that attaches to giant aquatic monsters like a remora.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It only becomes troublesome when attached to a host, but its own combat power is no different from a somewhat fierce stray dog.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So its assigned grade is also'Minor Disturbance.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meaning that even if reverse-summoned outside the Demon Realm, it would at most cause a commotion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just one? How disappointing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just when he thought that level could be left entirely to Penelope.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—Swaeeeeek!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—Kyieeek!!!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two arrows flew with sharp air-cutting sounds and shot down the ray directly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While Penelope fumed over losing the chance to show her skills, the arrow's owner leisurely appeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Pardon the intrusion. We thought you were in danger.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Are you alright? You must have been very surprised, right? Are you hurt anywhere?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The identity of the figure who appeared with a crossbow on his shoulder was naturally an adventurer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Encountering other adventurers inside Demon Realms is one of the events that happens quite often.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though Demon Realms are vast, there are proportionally many adventurers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The party members were three sturdy men wearing light leather armor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their appearance was somewhat shabby, but looking at their well-used equipment, they seemed to be veterans.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among them, the most sleazy-looking handsome man with thick eyebrows stepped forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's an honor to meet you, Miss. Shall we exchange names? I'm Ethan, in charge of the party's vanguard.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not interested.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oho, beautiful flowers have thorns, I see. Still, how about listening to the rest? I'm Ethan. I have a Silver-grade permit...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's go. We have far to travel.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Beautiful Miss? The Demon Realm is more dangerous than you think.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I said I'm not interested?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It's not like Penelope has experienced this kind of flirtation once or twice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She also knows the best way to respond.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thorough ignoring and indifference.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, miss. Don't be so cold.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Usually when you respond like this, they back down out of embarrassment, but Ethan persistently clung on disgustingly without knowing when to give up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wouldn't it be better to travel with us rather than just taking that stupid-looking porter around?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Penelope, who had turned her back and was walking away as if he wasn't worth dealing with, stopped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Listen, commoner. I just said I'm not interested.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Co-commoner?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I can get around fine without your petty help. Get lost.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A high-handed tone with chilling coldness and contemptuous eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ethan hesitated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Actually, what Ethan did was taboo behavior in labyrinths.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wasn't he suddenly stealing another party's prey when they weren't even in a dangerous situation?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On top of that, surrounding a grown lady and even throwing flirtations isn't a scene that would look good.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Penelope wasn't angry just because of that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a monster and an opportunity she finally found!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those three sleazy guys completely snatched it away, so she struck out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...I was trying to make a good proposal. What a shame.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Have a good time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ptui!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jurgen watched the trio including Ethan walking away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Miss Penelope, I think you chased them away too harshly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What do you mean?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not all adventurers in Demon Realms are good people, right? Wariness is good, but there's no need to make enemies unnecessarily.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though it was well-intentioned advice, Penelope stepped firmly on Jurgen's foot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was light, so it didn't hurt much.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is that something to say after getting insulted to your face? Don't you have any pride? He called you a stupid-looking porter.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, you got angry on my behalf? I'm really grateful for the thought.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No? I was just annoyed because that slimy-looking guy was looking me up and down.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Penelope spoke sharply and took the lead without looking back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because of that trio's interference just now, she has to find monsters again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>***\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To conclude, the two couldn't find even a shadow of monsters until reaching the 3rd floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, by that point, Penelope had completely hidden any signs of irritation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Originally, irritation also consumes stamina, and Penelope was extremely tired.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's already night.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Night?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's midnight, Miss Penelope.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jurgen showed his wristwatch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because the sky isn't visible in the Labyrinth Demon Realm, day and night aren't clearly distinguished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But from the point past midnight, it was visible that her stamina was rapidly declining.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Well, Penelope isn't a skilled guide or a physically trained Knight either.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though there were no monster encounters thanks to Vic chasing them away, traversing to the 3rd floor in 6 hours was quite good leadership for a beginner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How about we enter the 4th floor tomorrow and rest a bit today?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Here?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is there a shelter nearby?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No, it would take 2 hours by the fastest route.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then, sit over there and rest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Alright.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Penelope seemed to move her lips briefly, then quietly withdrew.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was somewhat unexpected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>According to the Penelope big data learned so far, he expected her to grumble'Don't tell me you're going to make me sleep outdoors in the wilderness?'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'll prepare for camping, so wait a moment.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Okay.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Penelope gave a lifeless answer and hugged her knees while leaning against the labyrinth wall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There's a reason Penelope is being obedient.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Honestly speaking, having to camp is entirely Penelope's fault.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her desire to show off caught her by the ankle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If it had gone according to the original plan, they could have caught their breath at a shelter prepared by the Adventurer Guild.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If she hadn't gone off-route crookedly looking for monsters, they would have reached the 4th floor shelter by now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"......\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It's natural for attendants to serve nobles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But if attendants suffer unnecessarily due to a noble's foolish actions, they should naturally take responsibility.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By preparing appropriate gifts or bonuses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That's what noble dignity means.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By the way, this is her first time camping in the wilderness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even when going hunting at the family's hunting grounds as a child, she stayed in villas.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She did bring a blanket just in case, but what to do?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wouldn't her back hurt sleeping on the hard ground?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is a Demon Realm and not a shelter, so they'll probably have to take watch shifts too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To think the reason for enduring such hardship is for just one drink...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even thinking about it herself made her smile bitterly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"......!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lost in various thoughts for just a moment, Penelope forgot her dignity and opened her mouth blankly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because Jurgen, who had been rustling around, was very skillfully finishing camping preparations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Taking poles and a tent from his large backpack, he quickly made a simple tent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He laid firewood on the ground and skillfully lit a campfire too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In what felt like less than 10 minutes, a nice camp was completed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was clearly not the skill of someone who had done it once or twice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You're skilled at camping?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I've done it a lot. I brought a blanket too, so cover yourself with this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I brought a blanket too.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jurgen looked at the blanket Penelope brought and shook his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's too thin.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is thin? It's expensive.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Purpose is more important than price. In cases like this, blankets made of materials with good insulation and moisture resistance are better than luxury materials.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Penelope received the blanket Jurgen handed her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Compared to what she brought, it could be called rags, but it was definitely fluffy and warm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...The blanket smells. I should get you a more decent one when we get out of here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't complain too much and wait a bit more. I'm cooking right now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Jerky and biscuits?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ridiculous. I don't want to eat that stuff for two meals in a row.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He installed a stand over the flickering campfire and placed an inverted pot lid on top.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He oiled it and cut butter with a knife, putting in chunks, then poured thick batter from a thermos.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—Sizzle\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the sound of oil splattering, a good smell began spreading instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a smell that stimulated hunger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What kind of food is it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's called potato pancakes. Think of it as similar to hash browns.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, appetizing potato pancakes fried crispy in oil were served before Penelope.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Penelope looked at the golden-brown potato pancakes with curious eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite the enchantingly good smell, they didn't look particularly special.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you for your hard work. I'll enjoy it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After expressing gratitude and taking a bite of the potato pancake...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crunch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Penelope had no choice but to rewrite the definition of'crispiness.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crunchy texture that tickled her ears.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The soft grain of finely shredded potatoes inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though it's nothing more than potatoes, the substantial and satisfying weight fills her entire mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just when the simple potato taste was getting slightly boring, the subtle herb fragrance made her cry out for'one more bite!'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mmm...! Mmm mmm...!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There's chamomile tea here too, so have it with this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She thought anything would taste good due to fatigue and hunger, but this exceeded that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fatigue from the day seemed to melt away with the savory oil in her mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite not being particularly special, it was incomparably delicious to ordinary potato dishes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The only regrettable thing was one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It would have been really perfect if she could eat this with cola...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What kind of magic did you cast on potatoes to make them taste like this?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I fried them like deep-frying using a mixture of lard and butter.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's all?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Using good butter works. It's high-calorie food, so it should help with tomorrow's activities too. How is it? Edible?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's not bad.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite the stingy evaluation, Penelope quickly devoured 4 more potato pancakes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now get some sleep. I'll take the first watch.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wake me up in 3 hours...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I will.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, perhaps feeling full, she collapsed within 30 seconds of rolling up in the blanket and fell fast asleep.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well, it must have been tiring.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She's clearly a precious daughter from a wealthy family, so how much hardship could she have experienced?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just following him this far was probably half stubbornness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It'll be a long night.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though she said she'd take watch shifts too so wake her up, he has no particular intention of waking her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At times like this, the elder should originally suffer a bit more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He took out strong espresso he'd kept warm in a thermos beforehand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Coffee drunk in a labyrinth has its own special flavor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It brought back old memories.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Would you fellows like to come have a cup?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jurgen spoke while sipping coffee.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You've been following us since earlier. Don't be miserable lurking in dark places, come warm yourselves by the fire.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Step step.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if responding to his call, three men walked out of the darkness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The trio who had been rejected by Penelope about half a day ago.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was Ethan's party.\u003C\u002Fp>",2729,"2026-05-29T14:34:06.789Z","2026-06-01T04:29:32.613Z",1,"novelbin.me","ed4489e9027bdd539ce8a359d3115b308968ea8415f0c08a7de3669a222980d8","i-m-quitting-everything-and-selling-cola-chapter-7","i-m-quitting-everything-and-selling-cola-chapter-5",146,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fi-m-quitting-everything-and-selling-cola-cover.jpg"]