16 THE PLAZAAAAH!

"Doesn't hammering away at just copper and iron dull your artisan spark?" Aqua probed, his brow furrowed in concern.

The craftsman sighed, the weight of a thousand anvils in his voice. "Indeed, sir. But crossing the king is like juggling fireballs—exciting until you get burned. So, we make do."

Aqua's eyes twinkled with mischief. "How about setting up shop in my village? I'm Aqua, the head honcho down south. We've got 700 souls, and I'll bankroll your forge and cottage. What do you say?"

The tall man blinked, his surprise as visible as a knight in a knitting circle. "For real? You'd do that?"

"Absolutely! I see the same gleam in your eye that I saw in a certain dwarf's—fiery passion for the craft. It'll be a hoot watching you two hammer and anvil your way to glory," Aqua enthused.

The man pondered, stroking his beard like a philosopher contemplating the meaning of life. "A dwarf, you say? Intriguing… I'm honored by your offer, sir. Might I mull it over?"

"Take all the time you need. I'll swing by before I skip town," Aqua assured him, as casual as a cat in the sun.

With a grateful nod, the man bid farewell, and Aqua set off for his next escapade.

At Red Corporation,

"Good day, miss! How's the world treating you?" Aqua greeted the receptionist with a flourish.

"Sir, welcome back! Your products are the talk of the town—even I'm a fan," she beamed, her smile as bright as the morning sun.

Aqua flashed a charming grin. "I can tell. You've gone from stunning to stop-the-presses gorgeous!"

Blushing like a rose in full bloom, the receptionist led him to the boss's lair.

"Mr. Shiki, fancy seeing you here!" Arthur exclaimed, as jovial as a jester.

"Mr. Shiki! Just the man I was hoping to see. Please, take a seat," Arthur replied, his joy as palpable as a kid in a candy store.

"I've brought the beauty goods, but there's more," Aqua whispered, his voice as low as a conspirator's.

"Something precious?" Arthur leaned in, intrigued.

With a flourish, Aqua revealed the "Dresden Green Diamond," its brilliance outshining the stars.

"By the gods, what splendor!" Arthur gasped, his eyes wide with wonder.

"This gem is one-of-a-kind, crafted for the crowns of the cosmos. It's the envy of every royal jewel," Aqua boasted, his pride as evident as a peacock's plume.

"And your scheme, Mr. Shiki?" Arthur inquired, his curiosity piqued.

"I seek an audience with the royals. Secure me a spot, and I'll slice you 20% of the royal reward. Deal?" Aqua proposed, his offer as tempting as a siren's song.

Arthur mulled it over, then nodded, his agreement swift as an arrow. "In two days, I meet the king. You shall accompany me. Until then, enjoy the city's charms."

"Much obliged, Mr. Arthur," Aqua said, tipping his hat.

"No, no, the pleasure's mine, Mr. Shiki. Your products are a treasure," Arthur replied, his gratitude as genuine as gold.

As evening draped the city in shadows, Aqua's thoughts turned mischievous. "Time to visit that house," he mused, his smile as sly as a fox.

"Heads up, ladies, Aqua's in town," he chuckled, striding toward the women's plaza with the excitement of a hero embarking on a quest.

Reaching his destination, he paused, his heart pounding like a drum solo. "Here goes nothing," he whispered, and stepped into the fray.

As Aqua stepped into the house, he was greeted by a group of five alluring, mature women with stunning figures...

"Hello, dear sir. How can we serve you?" they chimed in unison.

Aqua was taken aback by the sight of the room filled with seductive beastwomen and human females, all dressed in tantalizing attire...

"Wow, they're all more than 108 cm," Aqua exclaimed, his eyes fixated on their ample bosoms. "I must be in heaven. Thank you, goddesses, for accidentally killing me. I am truly blessed."

"Ah, ladies, who is the receptionist here?" Aqua inquired.

A woman with a seductive gaze and a mature body, wearing a skirt, replied with a wink, "It's me, my dear sir. How can I help you?"

Aqua, trying to catch his breath, said, "I want to hire this entire inn for myself and everyone here!"

Everyone was shocked by his request, but the receptionist spoke up, "Sir, it would be quite expensive. The rate for all of us is 50 gold coins."

Aqua reached into his pouch and pulled out 100 gold coins, handing them over. "Here, this is 100 gold coins. So, is this my territory now?"

"Of course, master. It was always yours," the receptionist replied.

"Master? Oh, yeah. I am the master," Aqua blushed, his face turning as red as a tomato.

"Ladies, drink and eat. It's just you guys and me here," Aqua declared.

"Yes, master! Thank you for your generosity," they all exclaimed.

As the women playfully threw him onto the couch and held his hands, two others jumped onto his chest...

"Oh, where should I go?" one of the women smiled and sat on his lap.

"Is it okay, master?" she asked with a mischievous grin.

"Oh, this is the best," Aqua replied.

Another woman brought him a drink, serving him the alcohol...

"Can I squeeze them?" Aqua asked, his gaze fixated on their chests.

They all laughed, "Master, we are all yours. Don't just stare, play with them," they said as they started to uncover their tops...

"Oh, this is a dream come true. I've never experienced anything like this in my entire life. I am surrounded by four pairs of magnificent melons. They look so soft," Aqua exclaimed.

As his fingers pushed against them, they bounced back and fondled, aahh! Master, you are such a naughty one," the woman said with a mischievous smile.

"Bring more alcohol for our master," another woman requested seductively.

Hehehehheeh! Aqua laughed playfully.

Ohh, cat ears," he noticed the ears of the beastwomen and playfully bit them.

Ahhh! Ouch, master-- not there," the woman exclaimed.

As the party continued, Aqua drank quite a lot, and due to this, he fell asleep without engaging in any further activities.

"Look at this, he's fast asleep after only drinking four jugs, hahhahaha," the women said.

"Yeah, he's sleeping so peacefully and cutely. Let him sleep," as Aqua slept in their laps, the other women massaged his legs.

"Night slipped away, master. You fell asleep when the time came," hahhahahahah.