"So you are a Celestial Spirit Mage."
"It has been a while since I have seen many mages of your type."
After saying that, Irene did not wait for Lucy to reply.
She casually reached through the air with magic and pulled a silver bracelet from a delicate display tray.
"Give me your hand."
Irene's tone was calm and commanding.
Lucy did not dare hesitate and immediately extended her right hand.
"Although it is just a stereotype, most Celestial Spirit Mages are weaklings in close combat."
"This defensive bracelet can protect you from three attacks. Once the effect is triggered, it will greatly increase your movement speed, allowing you to escape."
While explaining the bracelet's effects, Irene took Lucy's hand and personally put it on her wrist.
Then she traced a magic circle in the air with her index finger.
A golden pentagram appeared briefly before disappearing.
The bracelet flashed with light for a moment before becoming quiet again.
After finishing, Irene released Lucy's hand and nodded slightly.
"Go."
"The items need to be delivered before evening."
After saying that, Irene turned around and walked away.
Before leaving, Lucy could still hear her muttering softly.
"Damn Brandi, where did she run off to slack around again?"
"This..."
Lucy stood there blankly.
She looked at the exquisite bracelet on her right wrist, decorated with flower and vine patterns.
Her expression was a mixture of shock and excitement.
She turned to Meredy and asked for advice.
"What should I do, Meredy?"
"This... this gift is too expensive. I want to return it to Irene-sama."
"No need."
"That's a new member benefit."
Meredy crossed her arms proudly.
"Every newcomer who joins the guild and takes one of Aunt Irene's requests receives a suitable magic item from her."
"This is a special benefit that only Fairy Tail has."
"Just this alone makes us better than every other guild!"
"This kind of amazing item is just a newcomer benefit?!"
Lucy subconsciously held the bracelet.
A magic item that could block three attacks and increase speed was a true life-saving treasure for any type of mage.
And for Fairy Tail members, this was merely a beginner gift?
What kind of incredible guild was this?
"Don't worry and just accept it."
"Yours is only the ordinary low-end version."
"My necklace, for example, can not only block attacks and increase speed, but also enhance magic perception, reduce magic consumption, provide positioning, communication, and many other functions."
"My mother spent a lot of money to specifically have Aunt Irene customize it for me."
Meredy lowered her collar slightly and pulled out a sapphire necklace, showing it off to Lucy.
Lucy compared it with similar magic items sold on the market and secretly calculated the value.
She immediately clicked her tongue in surprise.
According to Meredy's description, this necklace was worth at least fifty or sixty million J.
Meredy was basically carrying a house around her neck.
It seemed her family was quite wealthy.
However, Lucy soon noticed something else.
Meredy had a different bracelet on each wrist.
There were also three rings on her fingers.
Even her ears had accessories hanging from them.
Lucy did not believe these were just ordinary decorations.
But if they were all magic items...
Lucy felt that even if she sold everything she owned, she might not be able to afford this entire set.
After showing off her accessories, Meredy carefully put the necklace away.
"Alright, time is almost up. Let's hurry and complete the mission."
"If your first mission is late, the guild members will laugh at you for a long time."
After saying that, she grabbed Lucy's hand and prepared to leave.
Before leaving, she also called toward the inside of the shop.
"Aunt Irene, we're leaving! See you tonight!"
There was no response from inside.
Meredy did not mind.
She simply pulled Lucy along and hurried out of the shop.
...
At the same time, a streak of light crossed the sky above Magnolia.
A moment later, Kabe's figure landed steadily in front of the guild.
"Mm, as expected, this place feels the most familiar."
Looking at the Fairy Tail flag flying proudly above the guild hall, Kabe happily walked inside.
He greeted the people handling requests.
"Everyone, long time no see. I'm back."
"Huh? It's the Regent Prince!"
"Ah, the Regent is here."
"Everyone quickly stand up and greet His Highness the Prince Consort."
Hearing everyone's teasing and joking remarks, Kabe's originally good mood instantly disappeared.
His smile faded.
He raised his hand and immediately fired back.
"Go to hell, you useless bunch."
"I command all of you to kneel down right now and lick my toes!"
"Mm~ now that's familiar."
Hearing the familiar insults, Warren closed his eyes with a satisfied expression.
Marcus excitedly stood up from his chair.
Looking at Kabe, he shouted.
"It's really Kabe! Everyone, Kabe is back!"
Only then did everyone in the guild finally react.
One by one, they jumped up excitedly and welcomed him.
"Kabe, welcome home!!"
...
Seeing them act like they had only just realized it was him, Kabe's mouth twitched.
'Seriously? Are you guys messing with me?'
'Wasn't that whole thing earlier supposed to be a greeting too?!'
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