The Master Of Elements

ME 78'S

“Why are you following Us Draven?” jost asked after they reached Archdale City.

Josh knows that Draven just wants to find out the identity of Matthew and his two younger siblings. However, Draven usually told someone to figure this out, instead of finding out for themselves like this. It's pretty weird, according to Josh.

“It can't be? There is no prohibition for me to follow you, right? I followed you openly like this, not stealthily. Then, I also want to buy some groceries like you guys. Aren't we heading in the same direction?” ask Draven.

Of course there are other reasons why Draven followed Josh's entourage. This is because he feels he knows a child named Matthew and his two twin brothers. Draven believes today was their first meeting. But he couldn't shake that feeling.

So, Draven chose to find out firsthand who Matthew really was rather than having someone do that. There must be a reason why he felt something like this.

“Aren't you always given enough food rations by your family? Why are you coming with us to buy groceries. You are used to being served and buying food in the cafeteria, it is impossible to cook by yourself.”

“It certainly can't be if I learn to cook. It's Josh I won't be too intrusive. They didn't protest that I was here. Why are you even protesting like this?”

Josh looked at Matthew and the others. They look fine. They did not see the slightest bit of anxiety on their faces. Everything seems fine. Still, Josh wants to make sure everything is okay.

“Do you mind if this kid comes?” josh asked while pointing towards Draven.

“I have no problem with that. How many people are coming, is not too much of a problem for me,” explained Matthew.

Matthew himself wanted to get to know his cousin Draven better. Albert once said that the Dawnson family did not approve of his marriage to Elisha. However, it is possible that some members of the Dawnson Family did not mind their marriage. So, Matthew wanted to know which position Draven was in.

“Look no, he's fine with all this. So, do not protest like that,” scorn Draven.

“Aish .. fine if you're coming.”

In the end Josh relented and let Draven follow them. Josh led the group of six to several grocery stores. Many students from Andradius Academy with various colors of robes were seen crowded with shops selling groceries.

“Master, can you give me six hundred and fifty kilograms of flour, one hundred and fifty kilograms of wheat, and three hundred kilograms of rice?” matthew asked the grocer.

Matthew's words that said the amount of his order made Josh, Draven, and also Clarissa who was with him looked strangely at Matthew. Not only them, the grocer and some of the people who heard were looking directly at Matthew.

“Why did you buy that much? It's only been three months. You don't have to buy that much, do you?” ask Josh wonder.

“Oh, me and my two sisters have a great appetite. So, I have to buy quite a lot of food stock. I myself am not sure what I ordered earlier can meet our needs for the next three months,” explained Matthew.

The three ingredients were food items that were not easily spoiled. So, he did not need to give a reason how to keep it for the next three months. Now, the one Matthew whirled around was a foodstuff that easily stale. How he bought the groceries in large quantities without making anyone suspect that he had a space bag.

“Uncle, can I buy that much?” matthew asked once more to the grocer.

“Ah yes …. You can buy it. However, our stock may not be able to meet your demand. Maybe in three to four days I can fulfill your order. Does that not matter?”

“Three to four more days yes. Hem ... then, can Uncle send it to Andradius Academy?”

“Of course you can. I used to send orders to the academy cafeteria. So, I can send it there. But you need to pay extra cost.”

Sending to the academy canteen? Why didn't Matthew think about it. The academy cafeteria, which cooks daily for students, obviously gets food from outside. This means that Matthew can buy some perishable groceries through this food supply.

“I have no problem with that. Just tell me how much I paid.”

After completing his transaction, Matthew and the others left the grocery store. However, only Matthew was shopping. Jost, Draven or Clarissa did not shop.

“You didn't buy Draven groceries?” ask Matthew.

“Yes. Me and my two sisters do have a great appetite because of the space element that belongs to us. So, I need to buy enough groceries. You know, buying directly in the cafeteria pretty drained our money. So, I chose to cook my own food.”

“Taste Matthew so good. Actually, the cook in the cafeteria was still inferior to Matthew's cooking you need to try it,” said Jasper who promoted his brother's cooking.

“Really?”

“Why am I lying. You can try it after this Josh. I guarantee you'll be hooked.”

“Ehm .. What if after this shopping I treat you to my cooking. I'll show you how I cook.”

“That's a great idea. I'm curious about your cooking. It's decided after this we go to your place to eat,” Draven said.

Clearly Draven was unwilling to miss this opportunity. He wanted to know about Matthew and his two younger siblings. By eating together, Draven believes he can get closer to Matthew.

“However, before that we need to buy some groceries. Especially food that is easy to rot. Josh, do you know who the meat and vegetable salesman used to serve the academy cafeteria order? I want to order food from them in bulk and be sent to the academy along with the canteen order.”

“It's pretty easy I'll take you there.”

Josh then takes Matthew and the others to some grocery salesman who often takes canteen orders. What Josh has done shows how he knows quite a lot of information, including information about traders working with the academy cafeteria.

“Finally done too. Now, we can go back to the academy. I want to taste your food Matt,”, Josh said.

“All right we're back. Is there nothing else you want to buy?” matthew asked his brothers and Clarissa.

“Eh it, you I want to buy something. But I don't know where to buy it,” Clarissa said.

“Indeed, what do you want to buy? Just tell me. Although I can't say knowing all the stores that are here, but if you say what you're looking for, maybe I can suggest the right store,” explained Josh proudly.

“Eh it. I'm ashamed to say it.”

“Why should be ashamed?”

Josh was surprised, is there something that makes you embarrassed when you buy it? What Josh knows, usually people will be afraid if they buy something. This was because what they bought was a forbidden item. No one is ashamed when they buy something.

“Ah it .. monthly needs of women. Do you know where the shop is?”

“Women's monthly needs? Whatisit? Draven, do you know that?” josh asked confusedly.

“I myself also do not know.”

Matthew who heard Clarissa's words certainly knew what she meant. He did not expect that Clarissa already had her monthly guests. She was only thirteen years old like that. Matthew himself had no idea when exactly someone had a monthly guest. But, he also needed to prepare something like that for Ellie.

Even though he was now almost eleven years old, his monthly guests could come at any time. If you make preparations, Matthew will not be confused later.

“Josh, he's looking for something that can withstand the bleeding of a woman. You know, the monthly bleeding they're having,” Matthew explained.

It seems, Matthew's explanation is understandable by Josh. This is seen from the face of Josh who suddenly reddened. He knew what Clarissa was looking for. However, not only Josh who has a red face. Draven and Clarissa also had reddened faces due to the same.

Meanwhile, Jasper and Ellie are perplexed by their change. The three people who were originally fine suddenly changed their expressions after hearing Matthew say. What did Matthew say?