Just as Eina said.
Most of Apollo Familia's assets were artworks.
And when it comes to art, value is truly in the eye of the beholder. Those who love a piece would pay any price to possess it, while those who don't would find it a nuisance even if you paid them.
Alice had her own preferences in art too. Like that painting of Dionysus she'd seen before, or a portrait of herself.
Or, for instance, the dolls Alice made with her own hands.
Loki preferred collecting armor and books. Alice liked the books in Loki's collection well enough, but she wasn't particularly fond of the armor.
As for Apollo, most of his collection consisted of things like statues of people.
In a way, statues weren't so different from Alice's dolls, but Alice simply didn't care for statues.
Aside from these artworks she disliked, Apollo Familia's treasury did hold other items. For example, Apollo's collection of gems in various colors—Alice liked those very much.
There were ordinary gems, and also rarer magic-infused ones.
This part, Alice was quite fond of.
As for materials, Alice didn't find any. Probably because Apollo Familia was, to some extent, a combat-oriented familia, so any materials gathered in the Dungeon had likely all been sold off.
As for money, it wasn't a huge amount, but it wasn't small either.
After a full inventory, it came to roughly ten million valis.
Of course, this was just Apollo's personal funds; the personal assets of the familia members weren't included. Alice wasn't so ruthless as to strip everyone of their personal money. Even if she did, no one would likely raise an objection.
But that was a matter of Alice's own principles.
She didn't want to resort to any means for money. To act like Apollo would be rather tasteless.
"Eina, can things like artworks be consigned to the Guild for sale?" Alice asked, looking at Eina.
If Alice had to handle Apollo's art collection herself, heaven knew how long it would take to get rid of it all.
"You can, but artworks are rather troublesome to deal with. It would take a considerable amount of time, the prices are unpredictable, and the Guild would also take a commission fee."
Eina was an excellent Guild employee. She understood Alice's choice perfectly. In fact, Eina also thought that if Alice didn't want these artworks, consigning them to the Guild for sale under the Guild's name was a very good option.
But some things needed to be made clear.
"That's fine. As long as these things can be disposed of, it's okay. The commission fee can be charged according to the Guild's rules," Alice said.
Eina nodded. "Alright, I understand. What about the other items?"
"The other things, I'll take with me later myself." Alice smiled slightly. Since she'd already exposed herself as someone from another world, a little more exposure didn't matter.
The power of the Gap was incredibly convenient.
"Okay, then I'll take these artworks back to the Guild. The money from the art sales, I'll deliver to you in installments, Alice." Eina closed her notebook.
Though she felt very comfortable around Alice, she still had work to do. Later, with the task of delivering money to Alice, she could make good use of that duty.
"By the way, Apollo Familia's mansion should be sold off too, eventually."
Alice looked at the Apollo Familia estate and said this to Eina.
"Hmm? Alice, aren't you moving in?" Eina asked, puzzled.
"No. It's too far, and too big."
"Alright. But it might take even longer to sell this mansion," Eina reminded her.
"That's fine. As long as it can be turned into money." Alice smiled.
"Okay then, I understand."
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Their conversation concluded, and Eina left.
Then, led by Hyakinthos, Alice entered Apollo Familia's treasure vault.
"These are the things you wanted to keep," Hyakinthos said, his attitude now very flat.
"Aren't you resentful of me?" Alice looked at Hyakinthos, curious.
"Very much. I even hate you intensely," Hyakinthos said calmly. "But I'm also grateful to you. In your illusion, I experienced something rare. So for that, I thank you."
"Besides, saying these things now is pointless. You are the victor, so just command the defeated as you wish. Since you said you'd take these things yourself, you must have some special method, right? In that case, I'll wait for you outside."
"If you need anything, just call me."
With that, Hyakinthos opened the door and walked out, leaving Alice alone in the treasure vault.
Hyakinthos's attitude was somewhat unexpected. Alice wondered what state he was in now—had he grown, or had he given up?
But whatever state Hyakinthos was in, it had nothing to do with Alice.
With a casual snap of her fingers, Alice opened a Gap. All the materials she had decided to keep in the vault fell into it.
"With this batch of materials, I wonder how many dolls I can make."
Anticipation showed on Alice's face. She couldn't wait to start crafting dolls now.
Leaving the treasure vault, Hyakinthos looked at Alice with slight surprise. Less than a minute had passed, and Alice was already out, while the vault inside was completely empty. Hyakinthos couldn't begin to guess what method she had used.
Shaking his head, Hyakinthos spoke to Alice.
"Lady Alice, Daphne and Cassandra wish to speak with you. They originally intended to tell you at the Loki Familia, but they didn't get a chance there."
"Hmm?" Alice looked at Hyakinthos. "Daphne and Cassandra? Those two who were always with you?"
"Correct. I wonder if you'd be willing to talk with them."
"I don't have a problem with it."
"Is that so? Then please come with me. They are outside now, awaiting your dismissal instructions, Lady Alice."
So saying, Hyakinthos walked ahead.
Alice followed.
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In the courtyard of the Apollo Familia estate.
Purple hyacinths were in bloom, looking quite beautiful.
Daphne sat on the steps, gazing at the flowers blooming in the garden, a mocking smile on her lips. "Who would have thought the first time I felt this familia was any good would be after it was disbanded."
"Daphne..." Cassandra stood behind Daphne, looking at her with some concern.
"I'm fine. Just feeling a little sentimental."
Daphne looked reassuringly at Cassandra.
"Do you think that loli Goddess will accept us? Or rather, will that Lady Alice really introduce us?"
"Mmm, absolutely she will." Cassandra nodded with confidence. "The Witch is a very gentle witch. And the Rabbit and his God are very kind people."
"I still really don't understand what you're talking about," Daphne laughed.
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