Inuma Learns of Kaito’s Capability
That afternoon, I was called to Papa’s office.
Apparently, Inuma-san from the Margin Company had come.
Maybe it’s finally a report that they can start selling miso in stores?
Papa, and me sitting beside him.
“Inuma-sama of the Margin Company has arrived.”
“Mm, let her in.”
Whoa~ Papa’s got such presence at times like this, he looks so cool. I wanna be that kind of handsome older guy someday.
“Inuma, it’s been a while.”
“Yes, Margrave Marsh-sama, thank you for waiting.”
“You’ve kept me waiting quite some time. What is the situation?”
“My deepest apologies for the delay.
In truth, we have finally secured a property where we can sell miso and serve miso soup. The location and atmosphere of the building are excellent, but it required some modifications.”
I see. Location really matters.
So? What next?
“First, since it will be a shop catering to nobles, they will be arriving by carriage, so we had to make adjustments so that carriages could pass in front of the shop. It took some time to complete the road improvements. Now that the road is finished, we intended to proceed with renovating the building…”
That makes sense. Nobles use carriages, so they take up space. So they were working on that. That must’ve been tough. And then?
“At that point, a problem arose, and I wished to consult you about it, which is why I requested your time today.”
What could it be?
“The concept of offering tastings is truly wonderful, however, we do not know how to distribute them in the shop or how to sell the products. Additionally, we are unsure how to renovate the building accordingly. We have come today seeking your wisdom.”
Ahh, I see.
“I understand. Very well.
Kaito, do you have a solution for this situation?”
Hmm, let’s see.
“First, I think we should hold off on selling miso itself for now.”
“Tell me your reasoning.”
“Yes, Father.”
Alright, alright, I’m saying “Father” properly in public. My formal speech should be fine too.
“Miso can’t be eaten as-is. It has to be used in cooking. Since it’s a completely new seasoning and people won’t know how to use it, I don’t think it will sell. So instead, I think we should first serve dishes that use miso.”
“Mm.”
“Then, once people learn how delicious miso is and become familiar with the dishes, that’s when we can start selling miso itself.”
Isn’t this kid only four? What kind of child is he?
How can he analyze things like this?
“That makes sense. Well thought out.
(… Yeah, as expected of my son.)
Very well. Then we will begin with selling miso-based dishes, miso soup.”
“In that case, how should we design the building?”
Alright, now it’s time for a discussion between Inuma and me.
What do you think about this chapter?
