The Dungeon Master's
Chapter 72 - Elina's

Somewhere in the territory of the Avertian Empire.

The view is very boring. Sand in all directions. Even so, there are very many players who are in this place. It was all due to the presence of monsters that gave a tremendous amount of EXP in this place.

[Skeleton Knight]

Rarity: Rare

Level 171

‘Klaaang!!’

The sound of a clash between the Skeleton Knight and Player swords sounded extremely loud.

[You have received 4,729 damage!]

“Healer! Hurry up and heal me! It seems that the attack from this skull is quite strong!” Shouted a player wearing iron armor, a shield and a sword.

Beside him was another who used a shield, while the other one used a dagger. Behind them were 2 people, each a witch and a healer.

If assessed, they have a balanced team composition. Even their levels were all also at the range of 110. What a strong team.

Even so, they had a hard time at the time against this Skeleton Knight. His body consists only of bones. All over her body was a body of armor that she wore while she was alive. His right hand held a sword while his left hand held a worn shield.

“Heal!” Said a healer in the back row. Instantly, the Man's body healed and recovered most of his Health Point.

“Good! Now it's time to finish!” Shouted The man.

After a fierce fight between 1 Skeleton Knight and 5 Players for over 15 minutes, the players finally won it.

[Your group managed to defeat the Skeleton Knight!]

[Getting 14,947,432 Experience Points!]

[Experience Point has been distributed evenly to all members of the group!]

[You have leveled up!]

[You have leveled up!]

“Already suspected! The EXP gained by killing this monster was huge!” Said the man after winning his fierce fight.

“Yes, but isn't this a little weird?” Ask a woman who is in the group.

“Any? What's so weird?”

“Monster this…. Not experiencing respawn like monsters in general. They appear out of nowhere and..” Obviously that woman.

“Don't think of such a trivial thing! What is clear is that we have benefited greatly from killing them! Now let's continue the hunt!”

And so…. The group continued their hunt without knowing anything.

...***...

This morning was very bright.

After running around the park, I immediately returned home to bathe and eat.

My restriction period is almost over, too. All this time I spent my time with useful things that only I could do in the real world. Even without me knowing, today is December 31, 2072!

But all of this happened suddenly….

‘Ding dong!’

“Yes! A minute!” I said as I moved towards the living room to open the door.

When I open the door….

“Eh?! Eeeeeeh!!! Wh-why are you in...” I was surprised not to play to see the figure behind my door.

A girl with a rather short body, had straight black hair that only reached her shoulders as well as a smile that was so sweet.

Elina Septiani's. Or I'll call you, Elin.

“Halo, Erik. I'll trouble you for some time.” Said the girl while showing a slightly scary smile.

“Eeeeeh?! Why do you know the location of my house? Why are you here anyway?! How about your debt and..” Panicked shouting. After all, this was the first time I met Elin in person in the real world.

‘Bu-isn't she sweeter in the real world?’ I thought to myself when I saw Elina.

“Your sister told me. He also said that you need a friend to come to the reunion tonight right?” Reply Elin casually.

Before he could answer, my father came to the front to see who the guests were.

“Erik! Why don't you let the guests in... Erik? Who's the girl?” My father was shocked when he saw Elina.

“A-Father... this...” Answer nervously.

“Uncle. My name is Elina Septiani. I'm Erik's girlfriend.” Elin replied cutting my words while slightly bowing her head.

But hearing Elina's words, my father seemed shocked and confused. Let alone my father, I was shocked to hear it myself. A boyfriend? Since when?

“Erk…. What have you done to that poor girl? Did you brainwash him to say that?!” Shouted my father with a slightly sinister face.

My mother who came also only muddied the atmosphere.

“Erik? Since when can you brainwash someone?”

Well, although in the end Elin explained the situation. He stated that Elin and I were in that virtual world. Because I don't want to be accused of being weird, I just agree with all of Elin's words. Even so….

‘Pacar yes? Is he really that?’ I thought to myself while looking at Elin's face. To be honest if he really thinks of me like that.. Aren't I too lucky?

“So you will accompany Erik when he returns later Elina? Then after that where will you stay? Have you been looking for an inn? Then...” My mother asked, filled with worry for Elina.

“What are you talking about? Elina can stay in this house! She can sleep with Rina right? Do you want to, Rina?” Shouted my father while asking my sister.

“Of course Dad. Sister Elina I considered my own sister.” Reply to Rina with a smile.

“Ah…. Uncle and Aunt could have. Dik Rina is too. Then I will accept your offer.” Reply Elin with a smile and laugh.

While me? I could only sit back enjoying this atmosphere.

...***...

“Then we both leave first yes..” I said to my parents and my sister.

“Yes, be careful there.” Answer Dad.

Elin and I got into the car. We both chose to sit in the back.

“Is the destination according to the order?” Ask the driver of a car that is nothing but an online taxi service.

“Ya, true mas.” Answer's short.

“Erik, I can't wait to see your ex.” Elin said with a smile as if mocking me.

“Be quiet, Elin. The one who should have accompanied me was my sister. But because he insisted to...”.

“I asked him to let me accompany you.” Reply Elin as fast as lightning to cut my words.

“Hah? Why?”

“I told you I want to know more about you, Erik.” Reply with a smile on me. God fucking. Even now I still can't believe my situation right now.

Before leaving, Elin had told me about his whole situation. He even told me about his past and the reason why he could have such accumulated debts. To be honest, I was slapped so many times because I was angry with Elin at the time without knowing her background.

But by now all of his debts had been settled thanks to Tasmith's ability to produce expensive items for 43 days.

Not only discussing that, Elin also told about the current condition of the Dungeon.

Thanks to my solution to sacrifice the 1st floor of the Origin Dungeon, now monsters can live quietly on the 2nd to 5th floors. Elin planned to let the 1st floor like that to outwit the intruders.

The development of the Dungeon was also going well. Even so, the population was reduced quite a lot due to the attacks from the Inquisitor. But as long as it can avoid the sight of the Celestine Holy Kingdom for a while, it is not a great price in my opinion.

Not only that, Tasmith's ability seems to develop further. His obsession with gems made him possess a terrifying gem-crafting ability. Of course the selling price is very high.

Elin decided to keep the rest of the money in the treasure room which was now moved to the 5th floor. Wh-wh-what for? He said for the construction of the third Dungeon that served as the protector of the Origin Dungeon. Elin had even made his Dungeon plan.

No matter what happens, I am very satisfied with the situation.

What's more….

“Shy…. Why are you sitting so far away from me?” Ask a girl who is none other than Elin. His hands continuously grabbed my body, trying to embrace me.

“E-Elins! W-what are you doing?!”

“I told you that we are now lovers, right? Why do you keep rejecting me? Ah... lest I.. is not your type?”

“No! Not that! You're my type...” I answered without a second thought.

“Thank God then.”

Meanwhile, the online taxi driver continuously narrowed his eyes while looking at the behavior of the two of us in the back seat.

The journey to Ryan's father's private villa took almost 1 hour. It is located in Kaliurang.

“Mas, please don't go first huh. Maybe we're both just for a minute so please wait here. Relax, I'll also pay her wait time.” I said to the taxi driver online while handing him some banknotes.

“Alright, then I will rest for a while here.” Reply to the taxi driver, smilingly receiving the sheet.

“What do you mean by a minute, Erik? Aren't we gonna be here long enough?” Elin asked in confusion.

“Just calm down, someone will drive us out right before entering this villa.” Reply relax.

Shortly after entering the gate, we were greeted by a waiter. What a fortune the Ryan family has.

“Ah, Eric! You finally came too! Come log in!” Ryan shouted when he saw me. But he still seems busy taking care of things.

"Ready, Ryan. I'll be there soon!" Answer's short.

Only a few steps left before touching the steps, Elin and I were stopped by some people.

“Isn't this Erik the poor lad full of debt? Why are you here? Go then! You just ruined the atmosphere here!” Shouted a girl standing on the stairs entering the villa. Her name is Adelia, a girl I used to love.

To be honest I wanted to beat myself up who at that time expressed my feelings for him. How could I like such a shitty girl?

Adelia started to hate me and made me a mockery after that. Not only himself, he even invited his friends.

“Erik? Does he...” Whisper Elin to me.

Immediately I pointed my hand in front of Elin to stop her words.

If I were still like my old self, I would definitely be consumed by his provocation. But now? What am I serving him for? If I get angry and argue with her, it will only be what Adelia wants. I also decided to do the opposite.

“Alright, we'll both go Del. Sorry to bother you.” I answered briefly as I turned around to leave this place. On my face was a big smile because I had a good reason to leave.

“Eh? Aye? How easy is this? Tumben once you didn't fight. I think after a long time no…. Oi! Come back here you! Who let you go! Wait!” Shouted Adelia with a confused and panicked face. Just hearing him confused me, whether he really wanted me to leave here or not.

Not only himself, some of his friends who always bother me at school used to also look confused.

“Erik?” Elin asked with a worried face.

“Take it easy Elin. I honestly don't want to come here. How about we walk around Jogja?” I asked Elin.

“Mauuu!!!” Shouted Elin excitedly as she raised her right hand.

And that's it, I'm about to get back in that cab. The driver seemed surprised by my behavior that really soon returned.

After that, the two of us spent the new year's night exchanging stories in the car. Of course, the driver who was bored because he only ran his vehicle without a clear purpose also told a story.

Unbeknownst to Erik, there was a commotion at the reunion event between Ryan and Adelia and her accomplice. This was all because Erik turned off his phone to enjoy the current atmosphere.

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