My Refrigerator Turned Into A Dungeon

Buying A Used CarSeizing the moment, we quickly headed to a used car dealership along the main street."Hey, Egetsu-san, I hope we find a good car~""Hmm, yeah, I hope s

Buying A Used CarSeizing the moment, we quickly headed to a used car dealership along the main street."Hey, Egetsu-san, I hope we find a good car~""Hmm, yeah, I hope s

Buying A Used Car

Seizing the moment, we quickly headed to a used car dealership along the main street.

"Hey, Egetsu-san, I hope we find a good car~"

"Hmm, yeah, I hope so too."

"If Coach has seen it in person and confirmed it, then it's definitely a good one, Machi~. After all, Coach can even communicate with bats~"

And as we walked, we got excited about what kind of car we should get.

Even though it's a used car, buying a car is still a bit of an event, and it seems that girls really love shopping.

Nowadays, you can easily search for things like rooms and cars online, but no matter what, you can only get a general idea through a computer screen—you can't really tell the finer details.

But thanks to my relentless mental training, I can use my aura power to read the memory of objects.

So as long as the actual item is in front of me, I can determine with a high probability whether it's been in an accident or not, or if it's been well-maintained. That's why there's no other way but to go see it in person.

However, when we arrived at the used car dealership, an unexpected reunion awaited us.

"Huh!? Isn't that you, Serai-kun? Long time no see!"

"Eh? Could it be the manager!? What are you doing here?"

To my surprise, the person working at the used car dealership was the former manager of Dungeon Shop Parade.

"Well, you know... that shop went under. So I had to change jobs. But the economy's bad everywhere these days. So, Serai-kun, are you here to buy a car? Then you should buy one~. I really need to sell some cars soon, or I'll be in trouble~~!"

"Eh, eh, Ehhh~~...!?"

Look over there. Behold the scene of the former manager begging the former part-time girl. But I saw this as an opportunity! Time to charge in!

"Just a moment! I heard everything, former manager of Dungeon Shop Parade! Then let me, no, ME! Buy a used car in place of Serai-san!"

"Eh? Y...you are...?"

The former manager's eyes widened at my abrupt interruption.

"Ah, um, Manager! This is Egetsu-san, and we're here today to buy a car!"

Serai-san, caught in the middle, was struggling to figure out where to position herself while trying to mediate.

"Oh! Welcome! Ah, Serai-kun, you really bring good luck. When you were at the counter at Parade, the shop was really thriving~"

But it seems Serai-san was highly regarded at her part-time job.

Hmm, she has an abundance of charm, after all. She's really suited for customer service. Or rather, wasn't there something about a group of adventurer guild receptionist admirers who hung around Parade just to see Serai-san?

"So, Egetsu-sama, what kind of car are you looking for today?"

"Well, I've actually already decided. I want a light van."

Yes, a light van. The so-called kei van.

The track record of kei commercial vehicles is such that each manufacturer makes them to a common standard. When I was working, I relied on this type of car. So I'm used to driving them and have enough knowledge to maintain them.

So choosing a car that I can drive immediately without any issues is the optimal solution given the urgent situation.

"Eh!? Is this really okay!? Isn't it too small for you, Egetsu-san!?"

But when she saw the kei van, Serai-san showed reluctance.

"No, it's fine, Serai-san. Well, it might feel a bit cramped, but the driver's seat is more spacious than other sedans or high-roof wagons. Plus, I've driven one before."

"Hmm... I still think it's too small for you, Egetsu-san..."

"I think it's fine. Among kei cars, this one seems to have the most space, and as long as the car can run and carry people, it's good. My dad used a similar car for his business."

On the other hand, Serai-san and Nina-san's opinions were completely divided.

"Wow, Shizu's dad used to drive a car too. I only had the image of a bike since I heard it was a Chinese restaurant."

"Well, for deliveries, yes. But my dad was particular about noodles, so he used to drive to the noodle factory in the next town. He was always too busy to take me anywhere, but he often let me ride in the passenger seat on drives to the next town~..."

Ah, Nina-san's nostalgia.

A sepia-toned scene seems to float up in my mind. I see. So that's why Nina-san has an attachment to this type of car. Well, regardless, I'll just pick the best and most affordable kei van from the lineup.

(Chakra on! Aura power object memory reading!!)

"...Alright, I've decided! Let's go with this blue one!"

And so, I chose a light van in a blue metallic color.

It hasn't been in an accident, the mileage is reasonable, and it's been well-maintained. Considering the price tag and the condition of the car, this one is the best.

"Thank you. Now, let's go to the office to handle the contract."

"Wait, former manager. Before that, let's negotiate the price. I want you to knock off another 50,000 yen from this price tag."

I demanded a discount on the 350,000 yen kei van, asking for it to be reduced to 300,000 yen—a discount of about 15%.

"Ehh~!? W...well, that's a bit too much..."

Hmm, perhaps that's too harsh.

But then, I activated my special skill. Summoning a Yukichi-san from under my sleeve! Direct attack on the former Parade manager's hand with the summoned Yukichi-san!

"Ugh! T...this is...!?"

"I'll pay in full with cash, so please try to make it work. Yes, I'm sure you can do it. After all, you're the former manager. You can definitely convince the current manager here..."

And then, using one of my 48 personas, I played the role of a duelist who is exceptionally strong in psychological battles.

...

After that, the former manager returned to the office alone.

But soon, the real used car dealership manager appeared with a troubled smile. However, he was quickly overwhelmed by the relentless stereo attack of the stubborn, macho me and the unique duo of the beautiful college student Nina-san and Serai-san.

Yes, our victory.