"Thank you for your visit! Don't forget to come again!" shouted the chef and owner of the restaurant that Arthfael and his friends had just visited.The four of them seemed to be full after enjoying the Eviscaro meat dish cooked with various spices. Even not only them, Valentina and Flare couldn't finish their meal because their stomachs felt full.Arthfael walked while holding his stomach, feeling bloated. Then he stopped and turned to Zeke and Ian, who also seemed to be full."Should we stay overnight? It seems we can't meet the swordsmith because it's already evening," Arthfael asked."Yes, sir. Let's meet him tomorrow," Ian replied.Arthfael continued his journey and then booked rooms at the inn they visited."Excuse me," Arthfael said, catching the attention of a middle-aged woman behind the simple reception desk.For a moment, the woman seemed mesmerized by Arthfael's appearance, with his handsome face, pointed chin, and broad chest."Please, one room for lodging," Arthfael requ
Arthfael gazed at the setting sun from where he stood, with his upper body bare. His hands rested on his hips as he watched the sun's rays turn into shades of orange, signaling the approaching night.Satisfied with the view before him, Arthfael turned to Camilla, who was wringing her wet hair and now glanced back at him."It seems you're already acquainted with Valentina," Arthfael said as he sat next to Camilla, making her more aware of his muscular and well-built body.Camilla continued to wring her hair and replied, "Yes, that's right. Valentina is a very friendly fairy. She's the one who invited me to take a bath to relieve my fatigue."Arthfael turned his gaze towards Camilla and looked at her. Now, they were the only two in the outdoor area of the inn, gazing at the setting sun, while Valentina had decided to sleep in her room, feeling tired and drowsy after a satisfying meal."Ever since we first met at the gate, I was sure there was something that brought you to follow me. Wha
The next day...Arthfael prepared all the necessary materials, including Adamantium stones and phoenix feathers, to create the sword he desired. Arthfael felt a strong need for a new sword to battle high-level monsters. Especially since his current sword, Ashbinger, was starting to deteriorate due to frequent use in beheading various monsters.The last time he used Ashbinger was to fight hundreds of B-rank Eviscaro monsters. As a result, his sword had become increasingly worn, and he found it uncomfortable to use. This prompted Arthfael to think about acquiring a new sword as soon as possible."Usually, how long does it take to make a sword?" Arthfael asked while fastening his sword to his back, as he was accustomed to wearing it on his back.Zeke and Ian, who were also getting ready and adjusting their clothes, turned to Arthfael and exchanged thoughtful glances."If we were in the Kingdom, it usually takes only one week, Sir, but we're not sure about the Soulfire sword," Zeke replie
After finishing selling Flare's belongings, Arthfael and the others looked for a sword seller for Arthfael to use temporarily before he forged his own sword. They approached a sword seller who sold various kinds of swords there. From Bloodthorn, Moonfall, Oblivion Edge, Starcleaver to Ashbinger, everything was available at that place.The sword seller immediately approached Arthfael and the others who had just arrived, "Do you want to buy a sword, sir? What kind of sword do you want? I can find one for you. I can even make one for you," the sword seller said.Arthfael looked at each sword in turn, then looked at the sword seller and asked, "Can you forge swords?""Of course, I can! I can forge any sword!" said the sword seller, who was also a swordsmith.Arthfael turned to Valentina, and Valentina nodded, asking her to try asking if he could forge the Soulfire sword that she desired or not."Can you forge a Soulfire sword?" Arthfael asked.The sword seller was immediately surprised to
It wasn't Arthfael's nature to give up easily after being rejected by Gerhard, who didn't want to help him create Soulfire. Yes, after Gerhard left with his friends, the next day Arthfael decided to visit him alone. He felt that talking one-on-one might be able to convince him, even if only little by little."Are you sure, Sir?" Zeke asked hesitantly.Arthfael patted Zeke's arm and finally left the inn to return to Gerhard's house at the corner of Anvilhelm Village.The only person who knew about Arthfael's departure was Zeke, as he left in the early morning while Ian and Flare were still asleep. Even Camilla and Valentina hadn't shown any activity in the morning when Arthfael left.Finally, in the early morning, Arthfael arrived in front of Gerhard's house. He climbed up a tree and sat on one of the branches while eating an apple he had brought in his bag.And as Arthfael had anticipated, Gerhard, who didn't want to see him yesterday and had tried hard to drive him away, finally appe
Because of Arthfael's earlier statement, Gerhard finally softened a little. He brought Arthfael into his house and now offered him a cup of hot tea."Please, have some. I don't have much food to offer you," Gerhard said as he placed the cup of tea and a small plate of snacks in front of Arthfael."Thank you," Arthfael replied.Gerhard sat across from Arthfael and looked at him. "How long have you been here? I don't quite remember," Gerhard asked."About a month, more or less," Arthfael answered, tasting the snacks that were served to him and seemingly enjoying them."You must have been surprised to suddenly find yourself in this world. A world that makes no sense," Gerhard said.Arthfael wiped his hands clean of the remaining food and looked at Gerhard, nodding his head."Yes, when I first came to this place, I was in the middle of a battle in an arena against a Dreadspawn monster. Amazingly, I won because I understood how to use the power of this body," Arthfael replied."Fighting a
Arthfael finally returned from Gerhard's place after the man decided to meet Gerhard alone without being accompanied by his other friends. When Arthfael arrived, he saw Camilla immediately turn around upon hearing the sound of footsteps climbing the stairs in the inn.Camilla rushed towards Arthfael and hugged him, saying, "Ah, thank goodness you're back! I was worried something happened to you, Arthfael!" she exclaimed.Arthfael was confused why Camilla suddenly hugged him. His gaze turned to Ian and Zeke, who were both looking at him. They even simultaneously shrugged their shoulders, not knowing why Camilla hugged him like that.After hugging Arthfael tightly, Camilla finally let go and looked at him. The woman immediately inspected Arthfael's hand, making sure there were no new wounds."Are you okay? He didn't hurt you, did he?" Camilla asked."No, he didn't. Maybe we should discuss this over a meal? Do you want to dinner outside? I heard there's a new restaurant nearby," Arthfael
The food ordered by Arthfael finally arrived. Everyone looked astonished to see the food served before them larger than they had expected. Moreover, everything looked more delicious.Because all the pictures on the menu were magically painted and couldn't accurately represent the actual appearance of the food."Wow, all of this looks so delicious! I can't wait to taste it," exclaimed Valentina enthusiastically.Arthfael smiled and said, "Let's eat."They finally started enjoying the food, savoring each dish without missing a single bite. Flare, the phoenix bird monster, eagerly devoured the food.During their dinner, Camilla remembered Arthfael's previous conversation and asked, "Oh, what did you want to say earlier? Maybe now is the right time to discuss it."Arthfael nodded, put down his spoon, and then looked at everyone sitting with him in turn.Before speaking, Arthfael took a deep breath and answered, "Gerhard wants to make Soulfire for me."Zeke, Ian, Camilla, Valentina, and ev