Groundwork

At this time, there are three weeks left before the new year. There are enough materials to make candies and pastries for gift-giving to children, close families, and elders in the village. Luce and Calla, or Theron and Calla usually shopped for raw materials. They were still a bit scared that Meara may be recognized outside by somebody from the mansion.

Meanwhile, Theron reached the town and went directly to the Town Management Office.

Ofel was delighted to see him and asked, "Have you decided which property to buy?"

Theron said he intended to buy the most expensive property available. He readied the amount in banknotes in an envelope.