The Dragon Lord System
S2 - Before Departure

"So you want to get out of the house?" ask me to ascertain Sebas's wishes. "Yes, Dad," Sebas replied. I'm not really sure if I should allow it or not.

"Dad, this is for Dad's good. As the eldest brother, I want to protect my Father and my sisters from harm. I want to strengthen Father's dungeon by seeking information from the outside. We don't know if there is a strong enemy in the future. If we had always been by Father's side to look after this house, we wouldn't have been as flourishing, strong, and wise as Father. I know you're worried about me, but don't worry. During this one month, while Dad was resting, I had been training as hard as I could with my sisters. So, please let me go, Father," said Sebas, kneeling before me.

Hmm, Sebas' words are true. I hid in silence and did not come out of this dungeon house because at first I was still afraid of adventure and the presence of powerful monsters, especially the stupid blue dragon that had attacked me.

I also have no idea how many vicious and dangerous monsters there are in the Elysian Death Forest, where my dungeon is located.

I received information from the inscription that there are humans in this world, especially adventurers.

Ever since I reincarnated as a dragon in this world, I have never met a human because I was in this Deathly Forest, a place that many humans shunned because of danger.

However, from Vael's words, my dungeon grew bigger and wider thanks to Sebas' efforts. I think I can feel calm now.

Hmm, considering that this dungeon could attract intruders, both monsters and adventurers, automatically due to the aura emitted by the dungeon, it made me even more worried about Sebas' decision to go outside.

Even though I just created it, I don't know why I feel attached to them. Is it a creator's instinct to protect his creation, or is it a parent's instinct?

I don't know...

You could say I was a protective father. Is Sebas strong enough to face danger outside this dungeon? These questions swirled in my mind, making me even more doubtful about my decision.

But wait a minute!

I remember Zara. I seem to be able to see the status of my subordinates. Yeah, I'll try!

I focused on Sebas and tried to see his status.

"STATUS," my mind was directed to Sebas.

...[.NPC STATUS]...

...[.STATUSES]...

...Name: Sebas...

...Class:...

...A. Brawlers...

...B. Juggernauts...

...Height: 185cm...

...Species: Humanoid?...

...Level: Level 70...

...Health Point/HP: 90...

...Power: 130...

...Defense: 175...

...Speed: 60...

...Level of Evolution: 1...

While looking at the hologram status panel that appeared before me, I was confused and shocked.

Sebas had the same level as me in less than a month. Humanoid Species? Not golems? It's freaky. And the Brawler and Juggernaut classes? I've never heard of it before.

Hmm, so the level is the same as mine, with pretty strong stats. I don't seem to have to worry too much. Maybe I doubt his abilities too much.

Eh? So Sebas is stronger than Zara?

I was surprised and a little amused by the thought. Sebas is really growing at a rapid pace and has tremendous potential.

By the way, do all the NPCs created have the same level as their creators? Will I be able to create NPC golems again like Sebas and the others?

"Alright, if so Sebas, I understand and let you go. However, remember to go home as soon as possible after gathering outside information. If possible, I want you to bring me a map of this world, because I want to see it. After you leave, don't forget to close the dungeon's entrance so that it's unknown to others. That's all I want to say, Sebas."

"Good, dad! I'm sorry if I asked, but why do you need a map? Didn't the father who has lived for thousands of years, even more than that, already know the whole world?" sebas said with a question.

I was surprised to hear Sebas's question. I choked and tried to answer wisely.

"Ahekk, ahem..."

Eh? They all thought I was a thousand year old dragon?!!

In my previous life, when I was human, I hadn't even reached 25. Inevitably, I had to lie in order to maintain my image as a majestic dragon.

But what answer should I give to make sense to all of them?

Ahah! I have an idea!

"Uhumm," I coughed.

"Free, I need a map because I have slept for a very long time in this world. It seems like a drastic geological change and the last time I remember the world map was during the battle of 'ragnarok' tens of thousands of years ago," I said with a lie, hoping Sebas would believe.

May Sebas remain silent and believe in my answer. Hmmmm...

And after that, Sebas asked again.

"Dad, what was the era of 'Ragnarok'? Forgive me for being this stupid, father," Sebas said in a sad tone.

Oh shit, he kept asking.

Well then, hmm... From the information I got after eating the inscriptions, the Ragnarok era was an era where gods and humans fought each other, or there might be a war between gods themselves. Ah, it seems so.

Yosh!

"Free, the Ragnarok era is an era tens of thousands of years ago where there was a war between gods and humans" I said with a reassuring expression.

"Ah, so so, dad! I am strong and full of wisdom. Was father one of the strongest gods who managed to survive that era until now?" sebas said with admiration, his eyes sparkling.

Huh uh?! He said that I am a god full of wisdom? It's bullshit!

I'm just afraid of insects, and my brain is filled with abstract things after becoming a dragon. And I'm a god? This is totally bullshit!

Do I have to be honest and tell him that I am not as good as they think I am? That I'm actually a human trapped inside a stupid dragon?

Ah, but seeing her admiration and admiration for me, I don't want to let her down...

I just nodded to Sebas.

I didn't want Sebas to keep asking weird things, so I quickly said, "That's enough of the question!"

"Okay, dad, I'm sorry!" sebas said, lowering his head, and continuing, "Alright, father, if so, I'll leave the dungeon."

"Hmm, you're going alone?" my spoken.

"Yes, dad, I don't want to charge the others, especially my sisters," Sebas said.

"No, I won't let you go alone. You have to be with your sisters" I said firmly.

"But, dad!" sebas said with surprise.

"There's no buts. I want you to call your whole sister here, and I'll determine who's coming with you. Got it, young man?!" I said firmly.

"Alright, dad. Then I will call my brothers here" Sebas said, nodding.

I also returned Sebas' nod. He was my dutiful and obedient creation, but this decision was for his own good.

Sebas got up from his kneeling position, gave a salute, and stepped away to call his younger brothers.

While waiting, I was curious and wanted to see the changes to my four golems. Ah, I mean my kids.