Capítulo 195: Chapter 36 Puppets, Sailboats, and Chessboards_3

"I... choose one?"

With a mixture of surprise and hesitation, Ande, still a child at first glance, had taken a liking to these various 'toys.' But he knew such exquisite items must be rare, and he didn't know if he should accept this gift.

"Yes, of course, but they are not toys."

Tapping the table with his fingers, Laine said with a smile.

"In fact, I am going to teach you a 'skill' as a way to repay you for the disturbance these past few days, as well as the 'rent' for the time I will be staying with you."

"Skill—you are a 'Priest'!"

Blurted out, though not knowing what 'rent' was, Ande understood what skills were. Admiration gleamed in his eyes, and he inadvertently began to speak respectfully.