24-Hour Friendly Market, Specializing in Dimensional Items - Chapter 12

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24-Hour Friendly Market Specializing in Dimensional Items Episode 12

Episode 12. Bamanjang Store (1)

I had opened the store, but I couldn’t just walk through the front door wide open under that strict surveillance.

So…·.

“I can’t believe I could make a back door.”

Surprisingly, I chose the method of creating a new back door.

[⁕ Offline branches can have their building structure and interior design changed at the manager’s discretion :)]

Well, I liked the basic structure as it was, so there didn’t seem to be any need to change anything.

I took off my robe and looked around the inside of the building.

Based on the front door, there were large windows that could be opened and closed on both sides, with a counter placed in front of them.

It was a very convenient structure that allowed me to sit inside the building and communicate with customers outside.

The several tables placed inside seemed to be sales stalls.

“It’s more professional than I thought.”

My only business experience was trading on Carrot Market, polishing used items until they squeaked and haggling over prices.

To think I would have such a proper store.

[⁕ By the way, offline branches can use automatic sales functions like the Dimensional Market, and you can hire managers to handle building and inventory management :)]

There’s a lot of stuff.

I looked at the empty stalls and scratched the back of my neck.

‘This is embarrassing.’

Thinking that I really had to do work befitting a ‘Market Manager’ made me feel a bit strange.

Just a few weeks ago, I was struggling to save money, so this was completely unexpected.

Then Sam-i made her point.

[⁕ You can name the market’s offline branch for more convenient management 🙂 The current working name is ’25th Floor Intermediate Station Branch’.]

Isn’t that too long?

“…There’s no two-character limit this time, right?”

[⁕ There isn’t 🙂 Would you like to set a name?]

“Let’s just call it Bamanjang Store.”

No matter what fancy name I give it, hunters will call it whatever’s convenient for them anyway.

[⁕ The name of Friendly Market ’25th Floor Intermediate Station Branch’ has been changed to ‘Bamanjang Store’ :)]

Nothing changed just from changing the name.

Oh, if there was something that changed.

[Awakened Lee Hae-won – Open Market Manager(EX)

> New Notification

– Title Job Quest (3) has been completed.

– ‘Friendly Market’ offline branch (Dimension-Earth Ι Zone-South Korea) Bamanjang Store has been established.

– Skill ‘Dimensional Door’ level has increased.

– 2 sales slots have been opened.]

“Oh, really.”

It was just that the numerous notifications that suddenly appeared were blinding.

I frowned and sat down on a nearby chair.

That wasn’t all, as another notification window soon appeared.

[Title Job Quest (4)

Visit all floors of the Tower to complete transactions and promote Friendly Market Bamanjang Store.

However, this is limited to floors with clear records from your affiliated zone.

Reward: Additional sales slot opening, ‘Dimensional Door’ skill proficiency increase]

As soon as I checked the new Quest I received, a deep sigh escaped.

‘This is relentless, really.’

I don’t even have the energy to be angry anymore.

It must be a Babel specialty to only give Quests that take an enormous amount of time.

“Whatever, let’s check the skill.”

[Dimensional Door Lv.2]

You can open doors to other dimensions. You can use more functions within the Babel system. Only inanimate objects can be traded.

+ Lv.2 You can sell other creators’ items on their behalf and receive commission. Can be used outside the Tower of Babel.

“…Finally!”

Originally there was a condition that only inanimate objects could be sold, but now an additional explanation was added.

How long had I been waiting for the Dimensional Door level to increase since I built this building in Bamanjang.

The key point of leveling up is that I become a supplier.

The hardship of weapon, armor, accessory, and potion creators is that they have to come out and sell their items directly.

The only sales outlet is the 25th Floor Intermediate Station.

Stall spots must be secured through the Babel Management Bureau, and since the number is limited, the competition is considerable.

Of course, there’s also the method of selling through the Hunter Market, a system provided by the Tower of Babel.

‘But you can’t search by specific creator in the Hunter Market.’

You can only search for items, not by creator – that’s how the Hunter Market operates.

Today’s 10 sales could become a week’s worth of sales volume.

Unless you’re affiliated with a guild or have an S-rank title as a creator, it’s hard to make money.

‘There are no S-rank creators either.’

So that place outside is a battlefield where mediocre creators compete.

But what if I could let them do business comfortably inside a building instead of those shabby tables outside?

And on top of that, what if I made workshops in empty spaces without worrying about monthly rent?

‘There wouldn’t be anyone who wouldn’t be tempted.’

I already had someone in mind, but I asked to confirm.

“Sam-i, what are the best-selling crafted items right now?”

[⁕ The best-selling crafted items in Dimension-Earth are potions. 1st place in sales is B-rank Health Potion, 2nd place is B-rank Mana Potion, 3rd place is C-Grade Health Potion :)]

So it’s potions after all.

“I should look for that Alchemist first.”

That person who lost their spot and was wailing because of the building that suddenly appeared was definitely an alchemist too.

Setting up three tables in a prime location for business means there’s that much demand.

I was planning to have someone open a store for market operations anyway.

Then I think it would be ethically right to give a chance to someone I feel guilty about.

And apologize while I’m at it.

‘She said she was protesting in front of the Management Bureau.’

I put on the robe I had thrown aside and headed toward the back door.

“Oh, right. Sam-i.”

[⁕ Yes, do you need something?]

“On the 2nd floor, make me a room with a bed and desk where I can sleep. With a bathroom attached too.”

Now that I have a building, I might as well handle food and lodging here too.

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[The potion-selling lady from Bamanjang has gone missing;;]

I haven’t seen that young alchemist lady at Bamanjang lately. I used to buy her potions regularly because they were damn effective;;

When I try other alchemists’ stuff, it’s just colored water lol

She’s not at her usual spot and seems to have completely disappeared? Does anyone know where she’s selling now?

-She’s doing a one-person protest in front of Babel Management Bureau.

⌞For real?;;

⌞For real, she had a sign saying “Alchemists are human too” or something like that.

-You can find her at the black market. But now the price is 3 times higher lol

-Got kicked out after entering the building ㅜ Babel’s tyranny;;

⌞I heard she packed up and left because she couldn’t afford the key money.

-What are you talking about lol A week ago the Bamanjang stall spot disappeared. A building suddenly popped up there.

⌞?? Can’t she just set up in front of it?

⌞Even though those stalls look randomly placed, they’re all managed by the Management Bureau so she can’t do that. lol

-Agreed. I’m an A-rank Hunter, and her potions are the most effective I’ve ever tried. Yeah

-Doesn’t she sell online? I don’t know how to search Hunter Market

⌞Babel really needs to change the Hunter Market search system, it sucks;;

⌞Online potion sales are illegal, you can only buy from Hunter Market

“…It was a more popular potion than I thought.”

I muttered quietly as I entered the alley where Babel Management Bureau was located.

And then I saw it.

“Whoa.”

The sight of a woman taking out her anger on the innocent Babel Management Bureau after getting slapped by me.

Her hairstyle with all her hair pulled up seemed to express her desire to vent her anger.

Her fierce eyes, darkly made up, looked like a device designed to make sure no one could just pass by.

From her tightly pressed lips, I could feel a general’s determination to never back down until she achieved what she wanted.

“Her spirit is insane.”

Most of all, the truck standing beside her was quite a sight.

[Babel Management Bureau should apologize and find a solution!]

No, I thought she’d be holding a picket sign or something since it was a one-person protest.

‘Why is she protesting with a truck that has an electronic billboard?’

I thought those were limited-time specialties you only see during election season, so this is pretty bewildering.

“It looks like it would be big trouble if I mess with her…”

But since people say her potions are that effective, it would be a waste to just back away here.

Most of all, seeing that she’s been protesting all this time, it’s clear she hasn’t been able to find another spot.

Anyway, since I’ve come this far, I’m definitely getting her to join my store.

I steeled my resolve and took a step forward.

The woman was just leaning against the truck with her arms crossed, endlessly glaring at Babel Management Bureau.

‘If I make contact, my presence will be revealed.’

I carefully poked the woman’s arm and whispered.

“Excuse me.”

“Hm?”

The woman turned her head sideways and responded.

‘Ugh, scary.’

There’s no need for makeup to be this heavy, teacher.

Perhaps finding me suspicious in my robe that covered most of my features, the alchemist looked me up and down from head to toe.

Her gaze was so fierce that I unconsciously swallowed dry saliva.

‘Calm down, Lee Hae-won. Don’t get scared.’

“Are you by any chance the alchemist who was selling potions on the 25th Floor?”

“That’s right. Why? Are you a Babel Management Bureau employee?”

The sharp response immediately revealed the alchemist’s true feelings.

This person definitely wants to smash something right now.

I carefully chose my words.

“I heard you lost your spot for selling potions, and I’d like to make you a good offer.”

“Ah, you’ve come to find a solution. No one was coming out despite all this fuss, so I was planning to just ram into them with my car tomorrow. That’s a relief. Here’s my Hunter License.”

The alchemist who had just said something terrifying pulled out her Hunter License from her pocket and held it out.

She seems to have mistaken me for a Babel Management Bureau employee.

I took the Hunter License somewhat bewildered.

[Hunter License /Babel Management Bureau/

B-rank Hunter Kang Yeon-hee]

‘Whoa, B-rank.’

If she’s B-rank and makes potions that receive such praise, she’s worth bringing into Bamanjang Store.

I had been tense about her ominous attitude just moments ago, but now I was starting to feel determined to persuade her.

I returned the Hunter License and opened my mouth.

“I think there’s been a misunderstanding, I’m not a Babel Management Bureau employee.”

“Then what are you?”

“I’m the owner of that sky blue building.”

“You are?”

The woman’s gaze instantly changed, blazing as if she would burn me whole right then and there.

“It was you? You’re the one who stole my spot?”

“Strictly speaking, it’s a bit much to say I stole your spot. From Babel’s perspective, it was illegal occupation…”

“Don’t give me that bullshit. That was a spot I applied for and obtained from the Management Bureau, and then that building suddenly jutted out!”

“No, it didn’t jut out. It’s a square building.”

“Hey!”

The alchemist, Kang Yeon-hee, glared at me with venomous eyes.

‘B-rank Hunter aura is seriously intense…!’

Save this weak E-rank Hunter.

The aura was much more murderous than the truck’s message, and I swallowed dry saliva once again.

“Please calm down and listen to what I have to say. I said I came to make an offer.”

“What’s there to listen to! I sold potions at that spot for over 3 years. Do you know how much trouble I went through applying to Babel Management Bureau because I was afraid of losing that spot!”

“Well, so…”

“Stall spot applications are first-come-first-served, but sales performance gives bonus points! Since I haven’t been able to sell for several days now, that spot has been completely taken-“

“Ex-cuse-me-!”

When I couldn’t stand it anymore and shouted loudly, Kang Yeon-hee finally stopped talking and closed her mouth.

It seems I need to get straight to the point.

I immediately bowed deeply at the waist.

“I’m sorry. I didn’t know Kang Yeon-hee was there when I used my skill, and I caused you to experience this situation.”

I could feel Kang Yeon-hee step back in confusion at my polite apology.

Apologize quickly, sincerely, without lies.

“So, I’d like you to open a store in that building.”

And deliver the main point at a timing that feels completely out of nowhere.

“…What?”

Kang Yeon-hee’s venomous expression suddenly turned blank.

It seemed she couldn’t understand what I was saying.

“Please run a potion shop on the first floor of that building. I’ll even build a workshop in the back for you. I’ll only take a 10% commission.”

“What did you say?”

“Oh, when I say run it, you don’t have to sell directly. Automatic sales are possible. If you want to sell directly, I can prepare a separate rest area for you.”

Kang Yeon-hee’s mouth slowly fell open at my words.

Right, it’s understandable that she wouldn’t believe it.

“You’re joking, right? That building being yours, how is that possible?”

‘…Ah, that’s what she finds hard to believe.’

“I’m serious. It’s my skill.”

To be precise, it’s because I’m the only seller officially recognized by the Tower of Babel.

“Even so, I can’t believe it right away. How do you even know about me?”

“I was well aware of Kang Yeon-hee’s potions. I had you in mind from the beginning when building the structure.”

“My potions? Are you a scammer?”

I’m not a scammer, but it is a lie.

I didn’t have Kang Yeon-hee in mind when building the structure, but rather came to have her in mind because the building happened to be built in that spot.

Strictly speaking, that’s the case, but I answered shamelessly.

“No. The potion quality is very good. There’s quite a bit of word-of-mouth among hunters too.”

“…Really?”

Kang Yeon-hee’s eyes, which had been extremely wary until now, wavered slightly.

Taking advantage of that opening, I added in an even more serious voice.

“I’ll write up a Babel Official Standard Contract for you. Or you can come into that building with me right now to take a look. Checking out the store location is a seller’s right.”

Kang Yeon-hee didn’t say anything more and just stared at me quietly.

Well, it would be difficult to immediately trust someone who destroyed your stall and then claims to own a building and tells you to come in.

I continued speaking with the most pure and passionate eyes possible.

“Between trusting my words and thinking of it as being deceived, and wasting time in front of the Management Bureau that shows no interest – following me would be more beneficial.”

Only then did Kang Yeon-hee quietly let out a sigh.

‘She has a surprisingly gentle impression.’

Kang Yeon-hee, looking down and pondering deeply, had quite docile eyes.

Her venomous expression and fierce makeup must have been covering it all up.

Her crying loudly on the rooftop that day was probably Kang Yeon-hee’s true nature.

After pondering for a long time, Kang Yeon-hee finally raised her head.

Though her wariness hadn’t completely disappeared, her eyes were calmer with less venom than before.

“I’m not saying I trust you. But I’ll at least check it out.”

“Good.”

“…I’m Kang Yeon-hee.”

Kang Yeon-hee, with her venom slightly diminished, extended her hand.

At her polite request for a handshake, I grasped her hand.

‘I do need to introduce myself though.’

There seems to be evidence that she suspects me because of the 36th Floor incident, and the Babel Management Bureau is also in an uproar about the suddenly appeared sky blue building.

I don’t want information to leak somewhere by carelessly giving my real name.

I answered dryly, pretending to be nonchalant.

Who would have thought the day would come when I’d use such a terrible nickname.

“I’m Administrator ‘Lee Hae’.”

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