Chapter 24.
After seeing off the vast procession of the Loki Familia.
Eugene began to contemplate the matters ahead.
Truthfully, because he was new to this world, he had been uncertain about the exact timeline.
Since Japanese light novels love to cram in lore, every single year has a side plot that could be considered a major event.
However, after learning that this was the Loki Familia's second expedition, Eugene had his answer.
The day he descended into this world was likely the day the protagonist, Bell Cranel, met his Goddess, Hestia, the Hearth Goddess, and established his Familia.
That is, the true beginning of the main story.
Three days after that, it would be the day the Loki Familia launched their expedition to the 50th floor of the Dungeon.
This means today is the beginning of the heroine's spinoff story.
In about six days, the Loki Familia will successfully reach the 50th floor.
There, they will encounter the first major arc of the spinoff main story.
And in about ten days, upon returning from the Dungeon, the Loki Familia will accidenTalli run into a "Monster Feast."
A phenomenon where Dungeon monsters rapidly increase in number.
And the monsters increasing, Coincidentally, will be the protagonist Bell's lifelong enemy the Minotaur!
It was also on that day that Ais, Orario s most brilliant rising star, saved the fledgling newcomer Bell from a Minotaur attack.
Due to his boundless admiration for the stunning maiden, Bell, who had previously been an average talent, activated his cheat-like ten-times experience skill, Liaris freese (One Wish of Admiration).
From that moment on.
The adventure of the legendary hero, anticipated by all the gods, officially began.
Hmm, a standard Japanese-style, passionate, harem-forming, kind-hearted protagonist setting.
Eugene looked up at the Babel Tower, which reached straight into the sky.
Was the Goddess of Beauty, who overlooks all existence from the tower s summit and is infatuated with Bell's pure soul, already putting her plans into action?
"Fate" exists in this world.
Eugene, who could still clearly sense the thread of fate, was convinced of this.
The events recorded in the original work will surely happen.
Even the gods cannot violate the author s will.
Apart from Eugene, the outsider, no one in this world can change the pre-determined plot.
Just like his extortion of Terry led to the derivation of a brand new storyline.
If he wants to change the future of the protagonists.
He can only rely on himself.
No one else can substitute for him in this.
Hmph, I'm a little excited.
Eugene s eyes scanned the crowd.
He hoped to find a white-haired, red-eyed boy with an innocent face among them.
As the protagonist s sworn enemy, he was extremely eager for the day the two of them would meet.
Because the meaning behind that meeting is precisely the moment the Demon King will replace the hero and completely twist the trajectory of the world.
But the scale of the fight that day won t be small.
Eugene recalled Ais and Bell's first meeting.
In fact, the "Ferocious Wolf" Bete was also present.
He and Ais arrived almost simultaneously.
This means that to interrupt the beginning of that destiny, Eugene will need to stop two Level 5 adventurers at the same time!
Regardless, I must increase my strength as quickly as possible.
After a moment of silence, a cold light surged in Eugene s eyes.
It was time to begin hunting adventurers.
To reach the ultimate goal, this step had to be taken.
Alright, girls.
Eugene clapped his hands, his expression calm.
Happy times are always brief.
Time to get to work.
What? I thought we could keep loafing around outside, meow
Okay, boss, just tell us what you need.
After a brief complaint, the three girls gathered around.
Following a quiet discussion.
Ganu of the Soma Familia? Who is that, a rival of the boss, meow?
Liliruca Erde, who lives at the Gnome Bomu's shop? Another woman? Boss, you're going too far!
Eugene offered no further explanation, just a mysterious smile.
Just a simple errand, don't let anyone follow you.
Copy that, meow!
Chloe and Lunoire smiled simultaneously, a hint of long-lost eagerness in their eyes.
They seemed to have already accepted Eugene s status as their boss in their hearts.
The group walked to a street corner and naturally went their separate ways.
Is it really alright for me to just go back?
Ryuu looked at Eugene, showing a touch of concern.
Relax, I promise.
Eugene didn't t say much.
Ryuu s position was different from the other two girls; her heart remained with justice.
And Eugene didn't t have any extra plans for her for the time being.
As he said, Ryuu should just head home first.
Oh, and Miss Ryuu.
Eugene and the turning Ryuu made eye contact across the bustling crowd.
Thank you for your concern, I am very touched.
Also, please keep what happened last night a secret.
Ryuu s cheeks instantly flushed crimson.
I understand!!
The Elven girl disappeared into the crowd as if running for her life.
...
Meanwhile, in front of the Soma Familia headquarters.
Haha, Miss, you sure have a good eye!
Old Ganu here is known for being highly efficient!
A few burly, shifty-eyed adventurers gathered together, surrounding Lunoire, whose delicate figure could not be completely hidden by her cloak. Their lecherous eyes constantly scanned her.
Due to a specific reason, the members of the Soma Familia have an exceptionally high demand for money.
The jobs they accept are notoriously varied, fitting Eugene s definition of "no bottom line."
Since they always accept every offer, they had no suspicions about the mission handed to them.
It was such a simple task just delivering a few boxes of magic potions into the Dungeon but the reward was exceptionally generous.
It seemed that the person was truly in a hurry...
Ganu, the Cat Person leading the group, licked his lips. If the employer hadn't offered such a high price and the delivery time hadn't been so short...
...he really would have liked to find an opportunity to have an in-depth exchange with her.
Then it is settled.
This accessory will guide your way.
The fluorescent, exquisite item looked expensive, making the eyes of the men before her burn with desire.
They were unwilling to let go of a single gold coin.
Looking at these greedy, death-marked fools, Lunoire's lips curled into a sneer.
A group of Level 1 trash she could easily rip them open with one hand.
She wondered what her boss planned to do with this rubbish.
That person's actions were always so unpredictable.
After Lunoire left.
The small group led by Ganu, the Cat Person, immediately began to prepare to set off.
However, they had ulterior motives regarding the instructions Chloe gave them.
Boss, that woman is an idiot. Giving us so much money, she must have no idea we'd swap the goods, right?
Hmph, anyone can tell. It's probably some young master who went overboard down there.
Ganu weighed the deposit in his hand, his mouth practically splitting into a grin.
Having been mixed up in Orario for years, they were veterans at earning illicit money.
Using this money to buy a batch of short-acting, inferior goods on the black market would net them at least a fifty percent profit!
This was the fun of making quick money!
As for conscience, that was something only the dead had.
In the melting pot of Orario, the first to die are the good people!
Speaking of which, the woman requested quite a large quantity of goods.
With such heavy stuff, shouldn't we find someone to share the load?
The men exchanged a knowing look, simultaneously revealing ugly smiles.
That Liliruca girl, it seems like it's been a while since we paid her a visit~
Right, it's only natural for seniors to care about their juniors, isn't it?
I wonder how much 'respect' we'll get from her this time?
Hehehehehe...
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