Chapter 5

Tohru and Shopping (トールと買い物) is the fifth chapter of Kobayashi-san Chi no Maid Dragon.

Summary
Tohru and Kobayashi go shopping at the shopping district.

Plot
Kobayashi mentioned to Tohru about planning to go shopping after receiving her paycheck. Tohru apologized and Kobayashi asked why she didn't trust the stove. She mentioned it lacked sufficient heat, but Kobayashi corrected her, stating that cooking requires heat, not flames (Also saying that Torhu lacks a brain).

Tohru suggested mining ores for shopping purposes, but Kobayashi explained that she couldn't refine ores for everyday use. Kobayashi wondered how Tohru would handle shopping together for the first time. They almost missed the shopping district, but Tohru pointed it out, while Kobayashi preferred using the department store.

Kobayashi asked Tohru about her preference, and Tohru explained finding the department store unsettling due to its castle-like appearance. Kobayashi asked how Tohru managed in the shopping district, and Tohru compared it to a bazaar. Kobayashi realized that Tohru's judgments were based on past experiences.

At the fishmonger's (Toda), Tohru and Toda exchanged greetings, and Kobayashi ordered some fish. Kobayashi noticed an extra sardine and questioned how Tohru seemed familiar with the fishmonger. Tohru clarified that she wasn't close to Toda but manipulated people so they can lower their guard and be friendly back..

Kobayashi remarked that Tohru didn't understand human emotions, but Tohru defended her genuine feelings. Kobayashi recognized Tohru's communicative nature and wondered if all dragons were this expressive. She realized she didn't know much about Tohru but hesitated to pry, remembering the fact she was stabbed with a sword on her back.

Kobayashi asked Tohru about her dessert preference, and Tohru mentioned wanting eclairs. While Kobayashi was sharing a fact about eclairs, they were interrupted by a pickpocket. Tohru asked permission to stop the thief without revealing her identity, and Kobayashi agreed.

Tohru swiftly caught the thief, astonishing the crowd with her speed and strength. After the incident, Tohru and Kobayashi left the shopping district, holding hands, which delighted Tohru. Unbeknownst to them, a girl with horns and a tail observed them as they headed home.

Tohru makes a mental note to herself to not wash the hand she is holding kobayashi with.

Characters

 * Kobayashi
 * Tohru
 * Toda (Debut)
 * Tatsuta (Debut)
 * Kanna Kamui (Debut)

Anime Episodes

 * Episode 2