The 'Item Box' That Only I Can Use Is Bugged - Chapter 12.2: Tinkering With The Box

“I got a lot of wild herbs today. Horsetails, mugwort, and dandelions are classic. They make great tempura.”

These herbs were a staple when he was broke in his previous life.

He also collected wild leeks and watercress, which were highly valued in high-end restaurants.

Selling them could be profitable.

(No, that sounds shady. Better not.)

Living within one’s means was best.

Stretching too far could lead to trouble.

He closed his inventory list and focused on the table.

(――――〝Use〟)

Concentrating on a specific item, he activated his ability.

Instantly, a plate with a pudding and a paper spoon appeared on the table.

The pudding was still in its cup, and the spoon was wrapped in a clear bag.

Previously, he had to select items through the list, but now he could use his ability by merely thinking about it.

He could even select multiple items at once.

“Okay, that’s done. Next…”

He focused on the pudding in the cup and the spoon in the bag.

(――――〝Retrieve〟)

The cup disappeared, leaving the pudding on the plate, and the bag around the spoon vanished, revealing the spoon itself.

He discovered that he could “retrieve” just the outer layer or the content, which he called “Partial Retrieval.”

However, he couldn’t retrieve just the content unless it was initially stored in the item box.

(As long as I can use it, who cares about the details.)

What mattered was that he could access items as needed.

Complex theories weren’t necessary for a power akin to a bug.

Accepting it made things easier.

“I have some time before bed. Let’s see if there are other convenient features to try out.”

Though he claimed not to need theories, he enjoyed uncovering hidden functionalities.

So, until sleep overcame him, Okinaga continued tinkering with his “Item Box.”