The Dragon Lord System
S1 - Beetles Admired

As I was contemplating looking at the strange beetle, I suddenly heard a sound from the system.

Ah, it's been a long time since I got a notification from the system.

All right, let's see what's on now.

...[.DING DONG!]...

...[.CONGRATULATIONS! Calliga hosts have gained two new passive skills]:...

...1.1. [MIND BLOCK]: Other people can't read the HOST's mind....

...2.2. [LUCK BOOST]: Increases host luck by as much as 10%....

I enthusiastically looked at the new skill panel I had obtained.

This is strange, even though I just stay here and suddenly get these 2 skills.

"Well, let's just say this is my luck, right?"

By the way, now that I get the passive skill [Mind Block], it means that the strange beetle can no longer read my mind, right?

Fiu... I can finally calm down.

About [Luck Boost]? Hmm, at least add my luck to 10%, right?

Although I still felt that during my life as a dragon in this strange world, misfortune always came to me.

But, let it be, at least an extra 10% is already useful.

"Really, right?"

I grinned while thinking, "Yes, maybe 10% of my luck will help overcome the 90% of misfortune that always follows my steps."

I looked at the stubborn beetle while acting as a terrifying dragon.

Hmm, this beetle is really stubborn.

It seems that he has no intention of leaving my house.

All right, I don't have any other choice.

With an attitude acting as an arrogant dragon, I looked at the beetle and said in a stern tone, "Mortal beings, follow me."

The strange beetle was still kneeling respectfully, and its huge head was staring at me respectfully.

He replied, "Okay, great dragon lord!." I heard her voice change, was she happy or sad?

"Ah, who cares"

I led the way downstairs, and the strange beetle followed me with a look of wonder, gawking at my earthly home.

Finally, we arrived at the room on the fifth floor. This room I made as a throne room, although I could not really occupy it because it was too small for my large body.

Well, I never thought that this beetle would be my first guest here.

After losing my temper, I brought this creature into this room.

I was sitting or actually sleeping on my back next to my little throne.

Even though I don't use that throne, I feel comfortable here.

Actually, I just made the throne a cool-willed decoration, hehe.

Alone in the room, I proudly sat next to my throne.

I acted in a majestic dragon manner while looking at the beetle.

However, it seems that the strange beetle forgot my presence and was surprised to see me sleeping next to my artificial throne.

The beetle looked confused and searched around with a strange look.

Is something wrong?

Is he complaining about my house?

Unknowingly, the strange beetle noticed my presence and panicked to see me.

Then the beetle quickly knelt respectfully with its head facing the ground "I'm sorry for my presumptuous attitude, great dragon lord!" say that beetle.

I'm stalking him, It feels awkward in this quiet room.

The strange beetle pondered in silence and frantically said in its heart, "Am I being tested again by the great dragon lord? Why is he silent? What am I supposed to do? Do I have to praise the great dragon lord?".

I'm still in the sleeping position just checking it out.

Ah, it feels really awkward. However, I let the beetle reflect on itself, looking for answers in his mind while acting as a majestic dragon, hehehe.

I heard his trembling voice as he asked nervously, "Great dragon lord, did you make all this yourself?"

I only nodded slowly in response, still maintaining the regal dragon's demeanor.

"But, sir, how can..."

the beetle looked confused, his eyes glancing around.

He closed his head for a moment, then suddenly raised it with a laying posture.

"It's amazing, sir!" he shouted with enthusiasm. "This dungeon cave is so amazing and sophisticated!"

I looked at the strange beetle with wonder.

"What the hell is this?, what's wrong with her?"

He looks so excited. It seems that this beetle does like to overdo it, right?

"Cave dungeons? This is my house, you idiot!" Speak in my heart.

"And sir, are the angels and demons there real?" asked the beetle while pointing with its front legs to the decorated stone statues of angels and demons in the corner of the room.

Hehehe, this beetle is indeed good at seeing stone statues.

Maybe he wanted to praise me more. Ah, it seems like the statue of my creation that I have made hard-earned got a high appreciation.

It's not real angels and demons, it's just my sculpture."

The beetle was surprised and looked at me more deeply.

Ah, it's enough to want to be praised continuously. Kyaaaa, hehe.

Alright, focus!, continue my acting attitude as a grand dragon!.

"So, the master of the great dragon, the devil and the angel are stone statues! What a marvel, sir! Master can create a golem, wow! Very good sir!" the beetle said with great admiration while bowing.

"I'm sorry, great dragon lord. Sorry I was too excited. This is the first time I've entered a dungeon." The beetle looked really impressed.

With a million hidden dragon smiles, I replied, "No problem, mortal beings. I appreciate your spirit. And yes, I did create all of this."

The beetle nodded with enthusiasm, "Excellent! I'm glad to see such a magical place like this. Thank you, great dragon lord!"

I just kept quiet, pondering about this strange interaction.

The beetle does have unique properties.

But at least he didn't read my mind anymore, thanks to the new skill I acquired.

While still sitting on my back beside my little throne, I saw the beetle that was still kneeling before me.

It seems that he wants to continue to admire everything that is inside this house.

"Hmm, being too honest is horrible. All right, it's okay. It's time to act again" I murmured inwardly.

Then, I asked in a thunderous voice, "Mortal beings, is this house a dungeon or a labyrinth?"

The strange beetle enthusiastically replied, "Yes, great dragon lord! The places built by monsters were all classified as dungeons, but didn't the wise grand dragon lord already know about this little thing?"

I was shocked by her statement and coughed, but kept trying to keep up the acting.

"Uhukis.. Uhukkc.. Uhukkc.. Oh no, he said that I was wise, right? Knowing everything as a dragon? Well, how is this. Alright, there is no other way but to act as a wise dragon," I thought.

"Uhukis.. Uhukkc.. Uhukk.." My cough is getting louder.

The beetle was worried, "Master, are you okay?"

I eased the cough and firmly replied, "Mortal beings, I already know that! I just want to test your sensitivity!"

The strange beetle replied obediently, "Okay, my lord!"

Turning the conversation aside, I tried to remain acting as a wise dragon and asked, "So, how did you get injured and be in my territory, mortal beings?"

The beetle turned its head towards me and began to tell its story, "Great dragon lord, I originally lived in the dungeon where my mother was. However, after I had grown up, my mother asked me to live alone. When I was looking for a place to make a nest, that was when I was attacked by a flying dragon!"

"Ahh, that damn dragon!" I used to act annoyed.

The beetle fixed the story, "Ah, yes. Maybe I was more involved than attacked?

Actually, when I tried to make a nest around this place a few months ago, there was suddenly a huge explosion."

I tried to hold back the laughter.

It sounded like this beetle was actually involved in his misfortune.

But I have to keep acting seriously. "You are lucky to have survived despite the near death of mortal beings!, My territory is indeed full of dangers and mysteries."

The beetle nodded its head respectfully, "Of course, great dragon lord!"

Hm..

" Alright, I understand mortal beings. That was an explosion, right? I mean, did the flying dragon let out its breath?" my question, trying to maintain the wise dragon character.

"Yes, the great dragon lord. And, I'm not alert. The flying dragon hardly cared about monsters and anything on land, but for some reason on that day, he desperately shot his breath into the ground as if angry at me," the beetle story.

Hmm, shooting a breath?

A few months ago?

Lest it have anything to do with the time when I was attacked by that stupid flying dragon! It just seems like a coincidence.

I tried to calm myself in my heart.

"And my lord, the nest I just made was destroyed in the explosion," continued the beetle in a sad tone.

What a pity this beetle, I thought with sympathy.

"Even though I've worked hard to make it, there's nothing I can do. My life cannot be replaced" he added with a deep sense of sadness.

I wanted to cry to hear the story.

But I must remain as a wise dragon.

Alright, Calliga! Don't get carried away with the emotion of pity!

I am now a wise dragon, so stop feeling pity! I said in my heart, trying to strengthen my character.

"Although I managed to survive in critical condition and live alone, my injuries could not heal on their own. After moving little by little, I arrived at the great lord's cave. I was very happy to find a cave that has not been occupied and with such great beauty," said the beetle with sparkling eyes.

He bowed respectfully and looked around with a hopeful look.

And the beetle boldly said

"So, great dragon lord, can I stay here? Doesn't the master need a servant? That's why you brought me here, isn't it, sir?" asked the beetle expectantly, making me a little surprised.

Even so, he continued to bother me with his unrelenting questions.

Imagining him bothering me continuously in the future made me feel uncomfortable.

"Aaarghhh, how annoying isn't it?" I muttered while scratching my head awkwardly.

Looking at that kneeling beetle that looked so excited, I couldn't imagine doing something like that.

I just feel guilty for him.

"So, what should I do?"