I Was Reincarnated as a Commoner. I Can’t Stand Living Like This, so I’ll Become an Aristocrat! C189

189, Future plans and shopping

"Then, let's talk about our future plans. First of all, I want to go buy clothes and watches for everyone. Once that's done, today will be over. Starting tomorrow, I'll spend the next few days getting used to life here. You don't have to do any work to get them, and you have to memorize the location of the market and the route to the store.Then you will start working in a few days.I will be here again at that time, so what will happen? I'll explain at that time if you'll have me work there.''

When I said that, Yoan was the first to speak up. 

"Leon-sama, I hear that I won't be working for a few days, but is it okay for me to continue my research? Can I use the store's kitchen now?"

"Yeah. The store has almost been renovated, and the only thing left is a changing room and bath that have been added to the backyard, so you can use the inside of the store normally. The kitchen was kept at Baron Darrigard's house. Things have been brought in. But the materials that were being delivered every day have been stopped for the time being. So, I guess it's okay for Yoan to take a few days off."

When I said that, Yoan looked quite depressed. There was also a company slave here who was depressed when he was told he could take a break... 

"Leon-sama, if you don't mind, would it be possible to restart the materials tomorrow? I would like to do some research..."

"Of course that's fine, but...do I have to take a break?"

"Yes! I want to do research!"

"I-I see. Then I'll make the arrangements."

"thank you!"

As soon as Ioan said that he would make arrangements, he looked extremely happy. Well, I guess it's good because Yoan seems to be having fun. I feel like he's a similar type to Roger. 

Let's install a refrigerator as soon as possible. 

"Everyone else can take the day off. Does anyone have any questions?"

“Um, do you pay for your clothes and watch yourself?”

It was Chiara who asked that. 

"No. I'll provide you with those two, so it's okay. If it gets dirty, old, or broken, just let me know and I'll provide you with a new one, so don't be shy. But don't break it on purpose."

“Thank you very much!”

“Is there anything else?”

"Yes. I heard earlier that the store also has a bath and changing room, but what is it for...?"

That's right. Once we built this employee dormitory, we didn't need a bathroom that much. But hey, there's probably a use for it. 

``In order to keep the changing room as clean as possible, we want you to go to the store in casual clothes, change into your work clothes in the changing room, and then go to work.''

Yes, that's why you need casual clothes. Everyone's casual clothes...well, they're a bit too tattered, and I think it's going to give the store a bad image. Let's provide them with private clothes at first. 

``I'll provide you with casual clothes at first, but after that, I'd like you to buy them yourself.It's fine as long as they're of a quality that doesn't make you stand out.Also, with regard to bathing, for example, if you sweat at work, you can buy them yourself.'' I think it would be nice if you could take a quick bath, change your clothes, and then go back to work.I don't want to get sweaty because that's the image of the store.''

When I explained it to her, she nodded as if she understood. 

"Is there anything else? Is there anything else? In that case, I'll go shopping right away, okay?"

"yes"

"Of course!"

　

So, we all decided to go shopping. Basically, everyone will be walking from now on, so I was thinking of going on foot today as well, but since I had a lot of luggage, I hurriedly decided to take a horse-drawn carriage. There are also two horse-drawn carriages today. 

The first thing we all went to when we got into the carriage was a clothing store. They sell more clothes for employees than for aristocrats. 

When I entered the store, a beautiful woman who looked to be in her forties came out wearing a dress. 

"Welcome. What are you looking for today?"

"Yes. I'm looking for clothes for the store's employees. I want clothes for the store manager, security staff, waitstaff, and cook."

"I'm sorry. Does that mean you're opening a new store?"

"yes"

"Congratulations on that. If you'd like to use existing clothes, we have several types, but we can also make new designs for you as store uniforms. Would you like that?"

Of course, there are also stylish uniforms unique to each store. But I don't have any sense in that regard. I don't really know what kind of clothes are appropriate in this world, and I feel like the existing ones are the safest and best. 

I think I'll keep it as it is for now and think about adding some small points later. 

"For now, I'm fine with the existing ones. Could you please take a look at three different outfits, including changing clothes?"

"Okay. Everyone, please go to the back."

Then, everyone had their measurements taken and chose clothes that fit them. If you don't find a size that fits you, they will make some adjustments and have it delivered within a few days. 

“Then, these are the clothes that we can hand over today.Then, we will resize the six clothes for this man and the other woman within a few days, and deliver them to the designated location.All prices will be paid today. Is it okay if I pay?”

"Yes. That's fine."

"Excuse me. Please wait a moment."

Then, I received the clothes, loaded them into the carriage, paid the money, and left the store. Perhaps because I had purchased in large quantities, the store clerk saw me off with a big smile. 

"Okay, I guess I was able to buy work clothes for now. I also need to buy shoes, casual clothes, a watch, and a sword and simple armor for security. First, where is the closest place to go?"

When I asked that, Roger answered immediately. 

"Yes. There is a used clothing store a few minutes away by horse-drawn carriage from here, and they sell a lot of used clothes that wealthy commoners would wear. I think it would be a good idea to stock up on personal clothes there first. Is that so?”

　Used clothes? I'm sure there are some that are cheap and of good quality if the size fits. It might be good for everyone's personal clothes. 

"Then let's go there."

"I got it"

When I make that decision, Roger immediately nods and tells the coachman where we are going. Then the carriage started moving. 

``Everyone, please choose three sets of casual clothes for each person at the store you're going to.Today, I'll pay for them as supplies, just like work clothes.But from now on, you'll have to buy your own casual clothes, so they'll last as long as possible. Please choose and be creative.”

“I’m sorry.…Um, Leon-sama. Is it okay if I take your casual clothes? The work clothes you wore earlier were of very good quality, and aren’t they quite expensive…? I’m wearing my casual clothes now. I already have some, so I don't think there's a need to buy anything new..."

It was Emma who asked me that fearfully. Certainly, compared to the clothes everyone had been wearing up until now, the price of the work clothes they wore earlier would be a world of difference. In this world, there is a huge difference between cheap clothes and expensive clothes. 

I can understand why you would be worried if you bought a lot of clothes like that. But from now on, everyone will be working in a shop that caters to aristocrats, so we need to change our values ​​around that. 

``The store is a sweets store for aristocrats, so its image is also important.If all the employees were wearing low-quality clothes, even though they were commuting rather than working, wouldn't that spoil the high-class image? It's necessary to prepare clothes."

When I said that, everyone nodded in agreement. 

"Okay. Now, from now on, we'll be careful about our appearance."

"Yes, thank you. If there's anything you don't understand, you can ask Anne."

When I said that, Anne nodded as if she understood. 

"Please leave it to me."

After that, I went to a second-hand clothing store and bought some casual clothes, and after that I went to one store after another, spending several hours shopping. 

The inside of the carriage is full of luggage. But now I'm ready for now. 

...It was really long. I can't believe it's so difficult to start a store. At first, I started with a feeling of ease after hearing about Ronnie's hopes for the future, but I didn't expect it to be this difficult. 

But even though it's hard, it's quite fun. I am now really glad that I started my own shop. 

With that, feeling a sense of accomplishment, we rode back to the employee dormitory in a horse-drawn carriage. Then, everyone and I unloaded our bags and went straight back to the duke's house.