[Friend request!]
[SnowWolf submitted a friend request. Do you want to accept it?]
Not waiting any longer, Aaron approved it. He knew the name of that swordsman. SnowWolf... was absolutely not his real name.
"Alright. I have to return to the town now." Aaron smiled as he said goodbye, but SnowWolf held him back.
"Brother, we should still split the profits with you. At the very least, accept 50 gold coins if you don't want all of them," SnowWolf said.
Aaron still refused, saying that their friendship was worth much over 50 or even 100 gold coins. But SnowWolf would feel guilty if Aaron didn't take that, leaving the young man with no other choice.
Aaron continued his journey towards Gray Stone City. Along the way, some Destroyer Beasts, such as wolves, jungle cats, and other wild animals, attacked Aaron several times.
He didn't have a sword to defeat them, but he still had his legs and Sir Janson's speed-boost potion to run fast.
Although he knew that the flesh and skin of Destroyer Beasts were valuable enough to even be sold in a small town like Gray Stone City, Aaron was forced to avoid them all for his own safety.
He was still reluctant to K.O. and leave all his treasures in this isolated forest!
Arriving in Gray Stone City, Aaron visited Sir Janson's shop to receive payment for the Black Dragon Mushroom he had obtained.
He was not safe without a sword. So it was better to receive the payment and directly buy a new sword.
"Oho! You got what I asked for!"
[Congratulations! You completed the mission from Sir Janson!]
[EXP +100]
[Honor +20]
Sir Janson smiled with great satisfaction as if the 10gram Black Dragon Mushroom was his son who had disappeared a long time ago and was only now being found.
"I should get paid, sir." Aaron made sure Sir Janson hadn't forgotten about his fee.
"Yes, of course, of course." Sir Janson took out two large-sized potion bottles from inside the storage cabinet. "Here, 500ml of health booster and speed booster potion. I give more for you."
Aaron accepted the two bottles with a nod. "Thank you, sir. Call me if you have another mission."
"Soon, I'll be moving out of this city. There's no way I'm asking you to do another mission."
Sir Janson laughed softly, remembering that this Black Dragon Mushroom would soon make itself sought after by city soldiers and even royal soldiers, so leaving Gray Stone City as soon as possible was the best choice.
"Did you not face the Giant Angry Stone or Destroyer Beast after taking this mushroom?"
As Sir Janson asked so, the smile on Aaron's face disappeared.
"Sir Janson, how did you ...."
"There's no need to protest, son. I wouldn't have paid so much for you if it weren't a dangerous mission." Sir Janson made a fierce face. "Get out of my shop before anyone gets suspicious!"
Aaron couldn't help but swallow a bitter smile as he walked away from Sir Janson's shop. It was not an act of desperation, but indeed, there was nothing else he could do in that place. And as for what Sir Janson wanted to do to this town, Aaron felt no need to interfere.
After all, Gray Stone City was just a virtual city that never really existed. Even if this city disappeared due to Sir Janson's actions, not a single life would be lost. Only NPCs, and that was no big deal. So Aaron didn't feel obligated to prevent Sir Janson's actions at all.
And after all, he really hated MMORPG games. And if he later heard the news that the Martial Online Company suffered huge losses due to the disappearance of the Gray Stone City, it would only be melodious music to his ears.
The day had entered dusk. Soon, the sun would set. The city buildings were reflected by the sun's rays.
The city activities increased at this time. Some went to the market to buy food, while others walked home after a long day of work.
Some players <spawn> to return to real life, while others are seen entering night bars.
Everyone was doing what they thought was the best way to relax. But for Aaron, while there was still something more rewarding than just relaxing, then he would do it.
Currently, the young man walked without the slightest hesitation toward the sword shop.
Her gaze was as piercing as an eagle's, making anyone feel intimidated. His shadow is in the middle of the street, putting pressure on those around him.
When a legend walked, then he didn't need to say anything to let the surrounding people know that he was a legend!
***
Aaron entered a fairly good weapon shop in Gray Stone City. This was a place where level 10 to 15 players usually bought weaponry. The scenery of Aaron surprised the surrounding people, who were still in level 1.
The young man chose to ignore the people's gaze. He presently entered the room on the first floor that sold swords.
Aaron looked around the room while stroking his chin.
To buy a sword of medium quality, at least 20 gold pieces were required.
A good quality sword required 50 to 100 gold pieces.
Currently, Aaron had more than 60 gold pieces, but he had no intention of spending it all, let alone going into debt with the shop. He would only buy a medium-quality sword for temporary use.
Once he had more money, he would buy a high-quality sword.
However, these were only the swords on the first floor. On the second to fourth floors, there were only high-quality swords that cost more than 1,000 gold coins!
This sword shop in Gray Stone City was not the best in the Fallen Star Kingdom. In fact, it was among the worst. When compared to the best sword shops in the Fallen Star Kingdom, the high-quality swords in this town's shop were nothing more than wooden toys.
Remembering that, Aaron swallowed his saliva. The world in this game was so vast with experts who had broken through the seventh layer of heaven. The weapons they used were not just any weapons!
Aaron moved his head to dispel the thoughts inside.
Looking upward is usually good, but if it's too far away, you'll only despair.
Aaron looked at a fine sword of medium quality displayed on the wall.The sword was made of black steel and looked shiny from the torches in the room. They covered the hilt of the sword with some kind of black rubber that made it non-slip when someone held it. Meanwhile, the scabbard was covered in tanned leather with some beautiful carvings on it.The sword looked perfect for a level 1 player.Aaron read the of the sword.[Night Sky Sword made of black steel combined with some magic potions][Damage +30][Resistance 200][Speed +10][Price 150 gold coins]Aaron nodded slowly. This sword had a much higher damage rate and speed than his broken sword. It only had a +10 attack and +3 speed.If he faced an opponent with 100 HP, then Aaron would only need less than 4 attacks to defeat him.But, it would be harder if the opponent was high level.For example, a player who has reached level 10 has a 200 HP capacity. So killing him, Aaron must land 7 attacks.For every additional 10 l
"It's about orcs and goblins which has come to an alarming number. The Rangers said that they found orc-owned caves about a hundred miles from the Gray Stone City. They appear to be organizing a massive force to attack the town."Alice exhaled a troubled breath and explained that the Gray Stone City could still hold more than 100,000 orcs, but it would be reached by internal conflicts within the town."The mayor has good relations with several large clans. In the orc attack, those clans are willing to send help to this city. However, recently there have been several assassination attempts on the mayor. The best assassins in the entire territory of the Falling Stars Kingdom have joined forces and are trying to assassinate him every time. If the mayor wasn't such a genius swordsman, his life would have been taken long ago."When he heard that, Aaron instantly remembered Old Man Janson.Alice spoke again."I don't know, but the 'Martial Earth Online'
Aaron tried to say calmly and quickly, "I didn't kill him, instead I'm looking for the killer. I guess that the killer is heading towards the mayor's residence, so please don't confront me."Alice was still staring at him in disbelief. "How do you know about that?""It's a long explanation, I won't have time!" Aaron tried to take a step back and go run, but she grew bolder with her sword, leaving him stunned again."I'll go to the mayor's residence, while I'll tie you up in this place, there's no need to go anywhere." Alice began to take a chain from her spatial bag, which Aaron knew to be a spirit tool. It wouldn't be easy to destroy it!"No way!" Aaron pulled out his sword, and with a swift movement parried Alice's sword at her neck.Being parried with such a move, Alice couldn't believe it at all. Aaron's speed was simply beyond reason, it was impossible for a player who was still at level 1.Aaron jumped back to keep his distance. He hel
Aaron was still waiting when someone suddenly drifted down from the sky and landed before him. Aaron couldn't help but be amazed. The person's movements were perfect, even for an intermediate level. The person had it back on Aaron. Its hair was long, fluttering in the wind. From the curves of her body, she looked like a woman. "Get out here." The woman's soft voice. Aaron did not move from his place. He didn't know the woman at all, so how could he trust her so easily? In a precarious situation like this, almost no one can be trusted but oneself. "Who are you?" Aaron asked, keeping his sword ready. "You don't need to know," replied the woman as she slowly took out a cloud-white sword from her waist. "Don't ask for more questions, run quickly right now!" Of course, Aaron was eager to ask other questions until he got enough clarity, but he realized there was not much opportunity and time. If he didn't leave right now, it was very likely
Aaron punched the fork out of the mayor's hand, instantly sending it flying free along with the piece of grilled meat. Smiling with relief, Aaron landed on the floor uneventfully. Slipping and falling. He did it like a goalkeeper deflecting a ball!When he wanted to get up, he pointed several swords at his neck. Aaron raised both hands while standing up slowly."That food was poisonous," Aaron said quickly.The mayor was still sitting calmly when he asked, "How did you know?"Everyone in the dining room looked at him in confusion, including Alice, who had just arrived after desperately trying to catch up with Aaron.Under all those intimidating stares, Aaron still had to be thankful that the mayor's family hadn't eaten yet. Tradition made them swear not to touch the food before the head of the family shoved the food into his mouth. In some circumstances, that tradition could be their salvation."I hunted the poison for this meal." Aaron chos
After parting ways with Alice, Aaron rented a room at a low-class inn in the western section of Gray Stone City.There, he could even get two nights for one silver piece.However, no need to ask about the quality.It was so bad!Not only were cockroaches and rats roaming everywhere, but Aaron also heard sighing noises from the amorous lovers in the next room.It was very disturbing to his mind to sleep peacefully.While staring at the ceiling, he thought about his fate. He was 27 years old but had never experienced that.Even just to have a girlfriend, he had never.Was that normal?His peers might have children soon. If they met Aaron, who still had this pathetic bachelor look, they would make fun of him."Should I find a lover?"In the end, Aaron managed to sleep, despite having to familiarize his ears with all those sighing sounds.To himself, Aaron promised never to rent a room at a cheap inn aga
"Alright, let's go!" SnowWolf exclaimed excitedly after he made sure all the guild members were ready. He strapped his sword to his waist and walked in the front row. The rest of the guild members followed him while chatting cheerfully, as if they were about to enter a playground. Meanwhile, Aaron took his distance and walked to the back of the line. Rather than chatting, he chose to pay attention to his surroundings. During his time playing 'Martial Earth Online', Aaron visited the Vast Gray Stone Field several times. Even so, he had never explored the deepest part. Even for experts, it was too dangerous. Like many other players, Aaron was curious. There wasn't much information about the deepest part. Experts who managed to explore it could be counted on the fingers of one hand, but they don't want to tell much. It was so mysterious that not a few players conspired about the Vast Gray Stone Field. They said that it was the headquarter
The ground beneath SnowWolf's feet suddenly shook violently!Realizing that he was under threat, the man prepared to jump as high as he could. But he was pulled into the ground before he could do it."Brother Snow!""Hold on!" Aaron exclaimed as a guild member ran from his hiding place.But since that person didn't stop running, Aaron immediately chased after him. He ran and jumped up and down the extremely steep slope. Utilizing the potential energy of gravity!Just before touching the valley floor, Aaron managed to catch the swordsman. They rolled on the ground for several dozen meters before coming to a complete stop. And just before the orc army came charging in and realized their existence, Aaron had already brought the young man to the back side of a boulder to hide."You can't be stupid!" Aaron whispered with high emphasis. "If SnowWolf has to die in this game, that doesn't mean he'll die in the real world too!""Shit! Why only