The Dungeon Master's
Chapter 164 - Return to the Virtual World
...29 March 2074...
...The Royal Capital of Farna...
...Forgia...
I hastened my footsteps after coming out of the Dungeon under the ground of Forgia City.
My goal? Of course to a simple palace to meet the King.
“Wah! Isn't that the great wizard?!”
“Great magician! Please bless us!”
“Hei! Isn't that Eric the witch?! Master Eric! Please say something to the camera for me to put in MeTube.”
Everyone both NPCs and Players started to shroud myself. It is very natural because as soon as my Log In restriction was completed a month ago, I immediately issued an absolute order to all my subordinate monsters.
His order? Prohibition to kill NPCs and Players or with simple sentences…. A human!
That's all I do to keep myself from having a PK penalty.
Wh why? That's because the basic human nature that cringes when looking over the head of the character there is a red name. Naturally because it indicates that he is a PK who could kill him someday.
But now with me having no red name, I am free to roam the surface of this world!
Not only wandering around, I also spread a good name about myself.
The thing I do is pretty simple.
Making a massive donation to attract NPCs.
Assist leveling and monster hunting to attract players.
Killing a high-level boss who endangers the countryside or the city to scent my name.
And accept their little requests like I'm dealing with.
“May Goddess Celestine and Goddess Julia bless you all.” I said while shaping their heads.
“Mr Eric! Can I take a selfie with you?! I want to show it to my friend!” Say one of the players.
“Of course.” I said with a smile and posed in front of the hologram camera.
“Thank you very much, Mr Eric! I really liked your actions when defeating the Giant Sea Serpent on the coast of this Forgia area! I can't believe that a monster with a level of 250 and above that you can defeat with...”.
He kept throwing his chatter with a very happy face.
While me? I can only smile while enjoying this atmosphere.
‘Being popular…. Seems pretty fun.’ I thought inwardly while looking towards the young man just now.
...Back to a moment ago…....
...5 March 2074...
A few days after I returned to this virtual world, I immediately helped Arlond to solve as many problems as possible in the Farna Kingdom. Including adding up the amount of money by converting my real-world money into this virtual gold coin.
[In Figure : Arlond]
[Source : Pinterest]
[Original Artist: I'm not meeting]
[Note: Fits my imagination the same except the armor should be silver. But it's really cool salute the artist]
Arlond seemed very happy and grateful to me.
“Eric…. This kindness of yours will be a debt to me forever. I will continue to support you until the end of this world.” Said Arlond while slightly bowing his head.
“Thanks, Arlond. I really picked the right person. But don't be too sorry for me, you are a King thanks to your own efforts.” Reply with a smile.
“Then can I ask for another favor? In the coastal area of the city of Forgia, there was an invasion from the Sea Serpent which was quite disturbing to the sailors and traders connected to the Kingdom of Ilandis. Can you do something about it, Eric? Of course it doesn't have to be you, you can ask your subordinates to take care of it right?”
Arlond immediately explained the situation in detail.
I also understand that the power of this Sea Serpent is quite strong and difficult to conquer for Knights who need a foothold to fight. Using ships? They'll drown him as fast as lightning.
Therefore Arlond asked for my help knowing that strong people like Lucien could fly. The battlefield that was at sea was not a problem for him.
But I have other thoughts.
‘If I conquer it myself, can it not scent my name? Ah wait, I will do it soon! I'm free anyway.’ I thought in my heart.
“Temper Arlond. You can always count on me!” Reply with a smile and lightly hit my chest.
“Thanks, Eric. By the way, what about the development of Origin?” Tanya Arlond briefly.
I immediately explained that Dungeon Origin now has 10 functional floors. 2 Floors of which were used by Cathy to do slime research.
The development of research is quite satisfying where Slime will divide every 1 day and have a good taste when eaten. This caused the food production at Origin to increase rapidly. Although, that's not the real purpose.
Cathy explained that the next development still takes quite a bit of time.
Hearing that, Arlond seemed to smile with satisfaction.
After that, I immediately left the palace.
[In Figure : Lucien]
[Source : Pinterest]
[Original Artist: I'm not meeting]
[Note: Fits my imagination the same except his ears are less pointed and his eyes are less red. But good bgt, salute the artist]
"Yes, the faster the better. By the way, you're not allowed to be seen here. Soul Container, get in there and wait quietly." I said while pointing my arm at him.
"Okay, my lord." Short reply. His body began to be absorbed into my right hand.
I quickly shook my footsteps.
Outside the palace, there appeared the figure of a man who was quite young but tall and burly. It has yellow hair that is quite striking and stiff. While the clothes are manticore skin armor that covers part of his body so that the muscles in some parts of his body can be seen clearly.
His weapons? He was wearing a metal glove that had sharp metal spines on the ends. A fixture for a bare-handed martial arts lover.
“Yo, Rendy. Did you wait too long?” I patted him on the shoulder.
“Take it easy, Masbro. I was enjoying the atmosphere in this world. To be honest I still can't believe that a world like this really exists.” Reply Rendy.
“Hahaha! You can enjoy it as long as possible.”
“One more time, thank you very much for helping my grandfather's medical expenses. Masbro, I'll work for you forever!” Speak with fiery eyes.
“Already, trivial problems only. Now, I have a job to eradicate the disturbing sea worms in this coastal area of Forgia City. Would you like to come?” I looked towards the South.
“Of course! What use bodyguard if I don't follow you?!”
“Bodyguard bodyguard stop. Enjoy the game as you please. After all, you who are still at level 40 can what? Hahaha!”
Hearing that, Rendy seemed to be pierced and gaping wide. Of course, followed by his typical laughter.
...***...
...Farna Kingdom...
...Beach Area...
...City Forgia...
In a large enough port, clearly visible bustle of traders and workers. They seemed to be busy moving various items from and into the large wooden ship.
Most of the existing merchants were NPCs who were indeed very experienced. While the rest are players who try to find their luck by becoming a trader in this world.
To become a merchant was actually quite easy that was to speak in the Merchant Guild or Merchant Guild and register yourself. Soon after, the Player will be given basic training regarding the trading systems in this world.
After completing the short tutorial, the Player will acquire techniques : Trading and Negotiation which can increase the more often the trade is made.
The effect of the technique is to provide special skills for traders who are able to increase the affinity of merchant-type NPCs, obtain discounts when making transactions, know the trade routes and movement of goods, and, access market prices to tax breaks taken by Re:Life when withdrawing money.
Although it only reaches 5% tax reduction, but of course it is a big thing considering the total tax in Indonesia reaches 65%. Being 60% is a pretty big change for traders who do use money.
But of course….
The necessary capital is not kidding.
Seeing all that, Rendy looks excited not playing.
“Masbro! Lookie! That person was able to transport those 5 heavy crates alone! Uh! That person even brought the small ship alone!”
Seeing his excitement made me think a little of the old me.
‘If remembered again…. Wasn't I just as excited as Rendy.
...***...
...In the South African region...
Looks a different crowd than usual in this small village. How not, thousands of workers seem busy doing rebuilding here.
While on the outermost side of this village, clearly visible figure of a long black-haired man and rather dark skin was surrounded by many people.
"Mr Aamori! Can you immediately reveal the origin of your wealth?" Ask a pretty reporter.
Hearing her question, Aamori looked smiling.
[In Figure : Aamori]
[Source : Pinterest]
[Original Artist: I'm not meeting]
[Note: Exceeding my imagination, good bgt salute the artist]
"How many times do my answers stay the same. I made it from playing Re:Life as a blacksmith." Reply Aamori casually.
"Then how do you explain about a legendary item [Dragon Impaler Spear] that had horrendous Auction Market? Below the item, the name of the maker is clearly Aamori. Does that mean you're the maker?" Ask the reporter.
Hearing him, Aamori seemed to smile broadly and tidied up her long hair. After a while, he began to speak.
"If that's really me, why? Anyone can order a legendary item from me as long as it can prepare a decent fee." Reply Aamori with a sharp eye toward the camera.