Riot Grasper

TL: I have checked that title translation with 3 different translators. It is certainly correct.

Are you serious about that?

Magdalena, who would have known what was going on, asked back slowly as if to confirm Urans intentions.

Seeing Uran nodding in agreement, the proprietress let out a breath and turned her gaze to me.

Uhh Uran, may I speak first?

When I asked him if he could explain the situation to me, he gave a small nod of his head.

To summarize what was said from Magdalenas mouth, it goes like this.

Stella, who is usually popular as the inns signature girl, has many men courting her.

However, since it also serves as a bar, most people joke about being in love with each other when they are drunk, and Stella has been successfully fulfilling her role as a sign girl with a smile.

I already knew that.

The other day, Mr. Uran said, Why dont you go out for a drink with your customers once in a while?

The problem starts with a man that actually attacked Stella-san, and not as a joke.

Perhaps intrigued by the restaurants reputation for delicious food, a man calling himself a wealthy merchant visited Bellyful Flavors, and although he was quiet at first, he suddenly stood up when he caught sight of Stella san and asked her to be his girlfriend.

Stella, who was accustomed to such situations, tried to play it off brilliantly as usual, but apparently, she failed.

What kind of person is this?

Did she find it hard to say no to a serious approach?

Anyway, she was puzzled by the big merchants application, but when Uran-san came out of the kitchen to see what was going on, she hid behind him as if she was saved.

Seeing the scene, the man misunderstood many things (I dont think it was much of a misunderstanding) and asked Uran what their relationship was.

If had been able to lie and say that they were lovers and that there was no room in their relationship for him, it would have true a long time ago.

If that were the case, I would have given them both an honest congratulations, but unfortunately, Uran is clumsy in the truest sense of the word.

Please do not disturb other customers

He said just that, and tried to return to the kitchen.

It seems that the man who was still misunderstanding got more and more heated by such calm words, and lashed out quite a bit at Uran-sasn.

Im just a hired cook, after all.

and so on

Such a beautiful woman is not worthy.

and so on

Still, Uran-san said that he didnt say anything back and kept quiet.

The man who had been so excited by Uran-sans response for a while suddenly made a strange noise and left the store.

On the other hand, Stella seemed to be upset with the mans outburst and asked Uran somewhat excitedly, Why didnt you say anything back?

Well, since theyre just making a fuss over a misunderstanding in the first place, theres no need to deal with them. And if Stella wants to live a rich life, a man like that isnt a bad idea.

So youve just said.

While serving a drunken customer, Uran-san interrupts me with a few words, and I give him my gavel.

An affluent life where money is no object is certainly what the average woman wants, and perhaps she was joking about it in front of Uran.

That said, I dont think that was the right time to say it.

Of course, I dont think Uran said those words from his heart, but he was a little frustrated with himself and took his feelings out on Stella.

Youre still young. Not that I can tell you that though.

Now its easy to imagine what Stella would have done in response to such a statement, given thats not here right now.

She has an advanced technique of getting angry while smiling, but she has finally reached the next stage of getting angry while crying. In addition to this, there are a lot of other things that you can do to make your life easier.

I had no idea that while I was swinging my sword and working on my training, such a drama was unfolding.

However, how did this process lead to Urans statement about quitting the restaurant?

I was planning to open my own store someday anyway. The merchants words may have been a good start.

So thats how it is.

Uran was calmly letting the mans rant go, but he may have been soberly hurt by being called a hired cook. I guess its called male pride.

It seems a bit short-sighted, but it makes sense to me since Ive heard for a while that hes training to own his own restaurant.

Still it doesnt look like there is anything that I can do about this.

As for Uran and Stella, its safe to say that its an extension of their lovers quarrel because I can easily see them making up in the near future.

And if Mr. Uran is serious about opening a store, were not going to stop him either.

All I really did was listen, but it looks like Im out of luck.

Just as I was thinking this, I heard the sound of someone pushing open the front door of the inn.

I turned my gaze to see Stella, her eyes slightly swollen.

Normally, she wears her peach-colored hair in a bun and an apron, but its quite rare to see her in normal clothes with her hair down.

Umm no wonder shes popular as a sign girl.

Umm maam. Im sorry for asking for so much today.

First, Stella-san earnestly apologized to Magdalena-san.

Looks like things are settling down on your end.

Am I at. Whats going on?

Stella looked at Uran a little awkwardly, but her face clouded over again when she heard about the situation from Magdalena.

Is it my fault.

No, that was my intention originally. Its nothing for Stella to worry about.

But

Well, well.

But well, you know what? If the store does well

what?

Stella gave a questioning look after hearing those words.

You seem to be having a hard time saying it, but what on earth is Uran trying to say, and dont say anything that will drop any more bombs

If it all goes well Id be. Id be happy to have Stella work in my store.

What? Huh?

No way

What Uran jokingly mentioned a while ago was a flag?

And at this time, huh?

A strong man is scratching his head in embarrassment, waiting for the girl to answer.

Damn if I were a woman, Id be totally swooned.

Without needing to check again, Stellas cheeks were redder than her peach-colored hair, and she seemed slightly puzzled to reply, but after a while, she showed a small nodding gesture.

.Yeah, I thought I shouldnt have dropped the bomb earlier, but I guess I was wrong.

They can explode.

I mean, I expected them to make up in the near future, but I guess I was sooner.

Lets give it some more time! . No, I dont mind.

I dont know. I dont know why Im starting to feel a little empty. I think Im going to cry.

..What is it? Are you saying that youre both going to quit here after all? Thats really annoying.

Magdalena opened her arms and addressed them with a dumbfounded gesture, but her expression remained kind.

What a happy ending.

.. I dont think Im forgetting anyone, but I guess thats a wrap.

Im tired, and I want to go to sleep today.

Then, as i was about to leave, biting down on a sore throat

Wait a minute!

The sound of the door being strongly opened and the mans loud voice echoed in my eardrums.

I think overly flamboyant is a very good way to describe it.

If you are in an important business meeting and you are wearing shabby clothes, you may lose your credibility. I ti is necessary to keep yourself clean to a certain extent. In addition, if you are a merchant, wearing gorgeous clothes will show that you are doing well, which will have a positive impact on your business negotiations.

But I dont think anything should be too much.

The merchant-looking man in my line of vision was wearing a very flamboyantly overstuffed garment, and he was sniffling and looking at me, or rather, at Stella-san.

Perhaps this man is the self-proclaimed great merchant mentioned earlier.

I dont know what they were doing there, but I dont think theres any more room between Uran and Stella.

Sadly, this is the reality.

Stella! If there is an obstacle in front of our love, it is the duty of a man to do everything in his power to remove it. Youre being threatened, arent you! By that man!

The man pointed his finger at Uran-san with the vigor of fighting head-on with the words, Dont point your finger at others, said so confidently.

Its obvious that its extremely difficult for a weak woman to resist when pressed by such a terrifying face! Do you think I cant see the fact you forced me to go out with you like that?

.. Umm, I need a minute.

Youre missing the point.

But dont worry, I have found a suitable way to save you from the hands of the beast. Now, you dont have to worry about anything else. Just jump into my chest dear!

Um. as I said before, I have no intention of dating you, okay?

I will admit that you are the cutest when you are shy. But the wall that separates our love is now so thin and fragile that it will melt away with my love for you.

The expression on the mans face is ecstatic, as if he is drunk with himself, as he spins his words in such a unique way as to almost make a real-life onomatopoeic, Bish! (TL: Translating this was a fun one. Who has ever described something like this.)

Ah, I see.

Got it.

This is a seriously bad idea.

Stella said that she failed to catch and flush it due to the fierce attack, but if she flushed such a thing, it would clog the toilet. (TL: GOD what a metaphor.)

He is a man who keeps talking without listening to others, but Stella didnt lose and inserted her words.

But this is the first time Ive met you, isnt it? If you think about it, I dont even know your name or age.

This is rude. It is indeed strange that a woman who will be your future wife does not even know her husbands name. My name is Garib Al-Atwal. I am twenty-eight years old. Dont you think that the receptiveness of an older woman is one of her charms?

Youre eight years older than me. By the way, I dont think age has anything to do with receptiveness.

I see! So youre saying that age difference has nothing to do with love. I think so too.

Wow, thats amazing.

The ability to be positive in every way, but also the ability to convert what others are saying to twist it to suit you.

This guy is serious.

Come on! Lets free you from that beast and create a paradise of love between us now!

As expected, Stella-sans expression of disgust is about to leak out, but she managed to continue to conversation.

Um, what exactly do you mean by unleashing?

A duel, of course. There is an arena in the capital, isnt there? it is an ancient and unchanging reason to throw oneself into battle to protect ones beloved.

Pardon me. Garib-san, but you dont seem to be very good at fighting

Stella is right. Garib is of medium build and certainly doesnt seem to excel in combat. I dont think hell possess any combat skills if I look at him with the Thiefs God Eye.

Hmm My eyes are a little hazy, probably because Im already tired and getting sleepy, I cant wait to go to bed.

The ability to provide a strong person to take your place is the result of exceptional wealth and popularity. That is, it is synonymous with strength.

Ha, ha!

Lets see, so youre saying that since youre going to enter a substitute player if that guy wins, its just like you won.

As expected, Uran-san was not quiet about this.

A duel, again, thats not very peaceful. I think its up to Stella to decide for herself what she wants to do, and Im going to very busy, so Ill refrain from doing that.

Thats right. Ive decided to work at the new store Uran is opening. Its a little to be told that out of the blue.

Oh, oh.

If I were in Garib-sans position, I would be heartbroken by what just happened.

I see. So youre saying that youre going to be forcibly taken to a new store run by the man there and made to work there. Dont worry, I will never let that happen. I will use all of my financial resources to stop them.

So this is what. its really like this.

Come back, Kuroko.

Heres a real one.

Hey what are you talking about.

Uran replied in a somewhat angry voice.

Hahaha. If that bothers you, then you can accept my challenge maturely. If I win, you have to promise never to approach Stella-san again in the future.

I was expecting him to start talking about going out with Stella-san if he wins, but he is surprisingly conscientious.

Does he really think that Stella will jump into his chest once Uran-san is gone?

Its scary.

Of course, youre free to get a substitute player, too. Well, Im talking about if you have a skilled person nearby. Ill hear back from you tomorrow in front of the arena. Ill remind you that everything is powerless before love.

Having said all he had to say, Garib-san left the inn in high spirits.

A moment of silence.

Uran was indeed tired, and sat down on a chair in the cafeteria.

What, what? That guy is.

Hes a weirdo.

Or so Id like to say, but theyre actually in a bit of trouble.

If they dont accept the challenge, there is a good chance that he will viciously sabotage Uran-sans attempt to open up a store.

However, it is unlikely that a peaceful cook would conveniently have someone close by who could act as a proxy for a duel.

And the due date is tomorrow.

Huh!

Suddenly, it was Stella who grabbed my hand, wrapping it in her palm. Her wavy hair swayed softly, and a faintly sweet scene caressed my nostrils.

Seiji-san, I have a request.

I can honestly say that I immediately understand what that serious look in her eyes is trying to say.

A terrific adventurer with an expensive cavalry beast in two.

Such a person is standing right in front of her.

Please beat him up!

Those are not the kind of words you expect a sign girl to say, but you never know.

If I were to accept this request, how about an all-you-can-eat full course meal at Urans restaurant as a reward?

Thatll motivate us.

TL Note:

I was expecting this to go down the kidnapping rescue path not the duel path, but now that I think about it weve already had a kidnapping rescue situation so it makes sense that it wouldnt go that way. How and why the author chose to develop the plot this way is beyond me though.