Baby Pharmacist Princess

Come to think of it, wizards don’t have Dragon Hearts.

Then how can they use magic?

“You can’t use magic as easily as breathing, but if you learn how to draw magic circles, you can use it.”

Dad spoke calmly, explaining the reality.

He didn’t say I could do everything, but he didn’t say I couldn’t either.

“Do you want to learn magic?”

“Yes, I want to learn.”

“You can. Your Dragon Heart will help you.”

Over the past month, I’ve come to understand Dad’s personality, and my conclusion is that he’s a really good person.

He’s extremely realistic but doesn’t lose hope, critical but never condemning.

He always suggests a method and opens up possibilities. He’s not optimistic, but he’s fundamentally positive.

I can see where Gergys got his personality from.

“Idsys should be taking a nap now. If you go to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, he’ll probably just be waking up.”

“Can I learn from Idsys?”

“Idsys is much more of an authority on magic circles than I am. He can teach you a magic circle that suits you. Specifically, one that doesn’t strain your body.”

It seems that each magic has its own magic circle.

For example, if you want to create fire, you need a fire magic circle. If you want to create water, you need a water magic circle.

I thought it was like that, but from the explanation, it’s not.

Maybe each person has a different magic circle?

A magic circle according to one’s constitution…?

“Do you want to go see Idsys?”

“Yes, I do.”

Anyway, to go to the Dragon Shop Street, it has to be night.

I’ll sneak out after the maids are asleep, so I had nothing to do in the afternoon.

“Then could you deliver this for me?”

Suddenly, Dad took off the ring he was wearing and handed it to me.

It was a ring with a huge red gem. I didn’t know if it was a ruby or something else, but it was very impressive.

I tried putting it on my finger, but it was so big that two of my fingers could fit into it. I puffed out my cheeks confidently.

“I’ll deliver it safely!”

“Thank you. But you have to wear it around your neck.”

“Really?”

“Yes, really.”

What significance does this ring have?

If it were very important, Dad wouldn’t have asked me to deliver it.

Shami, who was listening, brought a leather string from somewhere, threaded the ring on it, and hung it around my neck.

Meanwhile, the ointment was completely solidified.

“There, it’s all set.”

“Dad, I’ll give you your ointment later.”

“I’ll wait.”

In fact, Dad probably won’t need the ointment at all.

He’ll likely just use it for bragging, so I’ll put it in a fancy jewel box for him.

After Dad left for his meeting, I picked up the ointment and brought it close to my eyes. Then the explanation for how to use the lens I bought earlier popped up.

[To use the lens to check the efficacy, focus on the item and blink three times.]

Blink, blink, blink.

Flutter, flutter, flutter.

My eyelashes moved.

Then, a status window popped up in front of me.

[♡ Diligently Made Calendula Ointment ♡]

Acne, atopic dermatitis soothing effect!

Safe for baby skin.

Special effect on wound healing and burns.

Efficacy: 100%

Expiration date: 1 year

Wow, this is convenient!

Especially seeing “Efficacy 100%” written is very satisfying.

I first handed the ointment I picked up to Shami.

“It’s yours, Shami.”

“Thank you, Princess! I’ll treasure it!”

“…No, just use it for a year. I’ll make more.”

The lens was more useful than I expected.

It even tells you the expiration date.

‘When distributing to the people, it would be good to write the expiration date on each container.’

Otherwise, someone might use the ointment for 10 years.

Since it’s made by the royal family, people might think it’s better and use it even when it’s old…!

‘That must not happen!’

Shivering at the terrible thought, I waited for the quest completion notification.

[♡ Achievement Quest Completed ♡]

Bam-ba-ba-bam!

‘(1) Make new ointment and give it to Shami.’ Completed!

1 billion gems will be rewarded immediately!

Wow, 1 billion!

Chara-rak, chara-rak!

The beautiful sound of coins piling up echoed continuously in my ears.

Thrilled, I clasped my hands together and shouted inwardly.

‘I will activate the treasure chest!’

But no matter how long I waited, nothing happened. It was just quiet.

‘What’s going on, why isn’t it responding?’

I’m trying to activate the treasure chest!

‘Could it be…’

Squinting at the unresponsive notification window, I thought ‘Hint’ inwardly.

I still had some hint viewing rights left.

[♡ TIP! ♡]

‘Activate the treasure chest’ is only possible in Dragon Shop Street.

▶Remaining hint viewing rights: (2/10)

…I knew it.

I forgot how stingy and mean this game system is.

‘I have to go to Dragon Shop Street to activate the necessary treasure chest!’

This nasty game.

Though I planned to visit the shop street to buy darts before Agricultural Day, I feel like I’ve been caught in a sales tactic!

“Princess, about this ointment. Are you planning to give it to Idsys too?”

“To my brother?”

“Yes, you seem to be going to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs… Then I was thinking of looking for a ribbon!”

Ah.

She meant to at least package it nicely since the container isn’t pretty.

After a moment of thinking, I untied my hairband and handed it over.

It’s my favorite hairband with cherry-shaped beads.

“Use this to tie it.”

“Oh my, it’s so cute now!”

Shami skillfully tied the string around the ointment jar and admired it.

It really looked adorable.

“I’ll take ten of these. Tie them the same way!”

“Are you going to distribute them to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs staff too?”

“Yes. Shami can distribute the rest.”

“Sure. Shall I put them in paper bags?”

There’s no plastic here.

If it’s not a box, it has to be a rustling paper bag, and the former would be heavy for me to carry.

Paper bags are more practical.

While waiting for Shami to pack the ointment, I pondered who to take with me to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The distance from the White Night Palace to the separate palace where the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is located is quite far.

‘Besides, it’s my first time going outside the White Night Palace, so I’m very excited.’

And soon after, the one I pulled out by the hand and put into the carriage was none other than Gergys, who had just come out of a bath.

“Let’s go, Brother!”

“…Ha.”

Gergys sighed deeply and leaned against the carriage wall.

“Little chick. I’m not your servant. I have things to do too.”

“I know. But you’re faster than a horse, right?”

“That’s not what I meant. Oh, now I remember, you don’t have a bodyguard yet.”

Gergys muttered to himself as if realizing something.

Indeed, if I had a bodyguard, I wouldn’t need to pester Gergys to come with me.

Idsys and Gergys are so strong they don’t need bodyguards, but I do.

“When will I get a bodyguard?”

“Usually at ten years old. Until then, your life is safe enough.”

“Then until then, please take care of me, Brother.”

I shook Gergys’ hand and smiled shamelessly.

I don’t know what kind of quest will come next.

It’s better to stick with Idsys and Gergys, who are guaranteed for the future.

They’ll definitely be a big help!

“…I should find someone to use as a substitute for a horse soon.”

Gergys muttered darkly, but I pretended not to hear and turned my head slightly.

Whoever comes, I’ll end up getting close to Gergys anyway!

After some time, the carriage, leaving the White Night Palace grounds, began to slow down.

Centered around the Emperor’s Celestial Palace, there are four nearby separate palaces.

Each separate palace houses two departments.

The first separate palace, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Justice.

The second separate palace, Administration and Treasury.

The third separate palace, Ministry of Medicine and Ministry of Magic.

And the last separate palace is currently empty.

The place I’ve arrived at now houses the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Justice, and it was magnificent from the entrance.

“Wow, what’s that?”

“What do you mean? It’s a sword and scales.”

“…I know that.”

Anyone with eyes can see the giant sword and scales.

But what amazed me was how they carved it.

‘Amazing.’

The large sword embedded in the ground looked sharp just by looking at it. Though it was a stone sculpture, it felt like it was radiating an edge.

And the scales hanging from the sword.

Perfectly balanced and symmetrical, I couldn’t figure out how they made it so precise.

“Impressive.”

“Are you interested in sculptures?”

“It’s amazing. They chiseled a huge rock into this.”

“Yes, indeed. The Orzena family also has royal blood, so their skills are excellent.”

As the carriage stopped, Gergys jumped off first.

Straightening his crumpled pants, Gergys cleared his throat and extended his hand like a true knight.

Very politely.

“Why are you suddenly being like this?”

“This is how it should be outside.”

I giggled but didn’t dislike it. In fact, I liked it.

I also imitated Gergys, clearing my throat. Then I placed my small hand on Gergys’ and jumped down.

“Welcome, Prince Gergys.”

“Yes.”

Given that two major departments are housed here, the security was incredibly strict.

Even knowing he was a prince, the guards thoroughly verified his identity. It wasn’t just verbal confirmation.

With a wand-like device, they scanned Gergys from front to back.

“And the baby Princess next to you is…?”

“My sister.”

“Ah, the famous Princess Cherishe!”

The guard, who had taken off his helmet, knelt in front of me and smiled.

“Don’t be afraid, Princess. We’re just checking for any harmful magic.”

So, it’s an identification process.

Coming from a country that values identification, I wasn’t surprised at all.

“Both of you are clear. Have a righteous day!”

With a cheerful shout from the guard, Gergys lifted me up.

The stairs were so high that my short legs couldn’t climb them.

“Where’s Brother Idsys?”

“On the second floor. The higher you go, the higher the rank.”

“Is the second floor high?”

“No. The third floor is the highest. Since Idsys hasn’t graduated from the academy yet, he’s in a position to handle practical work, not decision-making.”

He’s proving his ability without relying on connections.

That’s so Idsys.

If it were me… Honestly, I would have just taken the third floor.

I chuckled and stamped my feet.

“Brother, you know difficult words well.”

“…Sometimes I forget, but I’m also a prince, you know?”

Gergys pinched my cheek lightly before letting go.

And we arrived on the second floor.

It looked very calm from below, but inside, it was bustling.

“Wow.”

So many people were running around with documents, eyebrows flying.

The Ministry of Justice staff wore black uniforms with swords and scales embroidered on their chests, while the Ministry of Foreign Affairs staff wore white uniforms with plum trees on their chests.

The common point was that both sides had half-crazed looks in their eyes…?

They flinched at the sight of us but only nodded their heads. They looked like zombies out of their minds.

“This way.”

Idsys’ office was at the end of the second floor.

Along the way, we passed half-open doors where loud voices could be heard.

To think of working in such a busy department, it was truly like Idsys.

“Hey, where’s Idsys?”

“Prince Gergys! Idsys is napping. Should I inform him of your visit?”

“No need. We’ll just go in.”

In front of Idsys’ office, there were not only guards but also secretaries.

Since they were not from the White Night Palace, all faces were new to me.

Curious eyes focused on me.

Did I feel nervous?

‘Of course not.’

This is a great opportunity for publicity!

I rummaged through the paper bag I was holding and took out the freshly made ointment.

The ointment jar tied with a cherry-shaped hairband representing me was really cute.

“Thanks for protecting my brother.”

First, I handed it to the guards!

Then, distributing it to the secretaries, they all looked bewildered.

They recognized it as ointment but seemed confused as to why I was giving it. I smiled brightly and exclaimed.

“Those who protect my brother, Cherry will protect you!”

“Oh my.”

Everyone’s legs wobbled at the lovely words of a four-year-old child.

‘So cute!’