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Chapter 230
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Chapter 230 – Promise To Meet Again
“Bosses are worth more money than I thought.”
“I think that’s about right for a boss’s material value. Its skin is tough, and a boss like this has huge magic stones and horns. Even its bones and teeth are in demand.”
We were in a restaurant near the Hunter’s Guild.
We were discussing the reward for Varakan and how to distribute the money.
Guild Master Adila-san mentioned a reward of 510 million beeke.
It was originally supposed to be 50 million higher, but the price was reduced due to the absence of “Varakan’s eyes,” rare materials used to make potions.
Thinking about it now, I realize that after I gouged them out, I crushed the big eyeballs in anger.
I wasted 50 million… What the hell was I thinking? I scolded myself for acting on impulse.
However, if the family is found, we can give each of them about 35 million beeke as compensation.
“What are you going to do now, Loki?”
Grom-san suddenly asked me as I was leisurely enjoying my after-dinner coffee.
The conversation changed direction. I thought he was getting to the point, so I answered honestly.
“I’m traveling around the world and hunting grounds. For now, I plan to go around the southern part of the Kingdom of Waltz, and then I’ll return to Lagreath.”
“So, you don’t plan to visit the A-rank hunting ground in Freyville, the ‘Quoits Dragon Burial Mountains,’ anytime soon?”
“Of course I’ll go eventually. I plan to return to Lagreath first, pass through the center of Waltz, and then head to Freyville. Still, the Dragon Burial Mountains…what an impressive name.”
“It’s a place where dragons hunt and are hunted. But I see. Later, then.”
“Grom-san, why are you here? If it’s A-rank, the Entonia Fire Rock Cave is a lower-tier hunting ground, isn’t it? Your equipment is also of a different quality compared to the B-rank hunters here.”
Most of the people around me were wearing either red Salamander armor or worn-out red and black armor. But Grom-san was wearing full leather armor covered in deep green scales.
“Originally, Quoits was my hunting ground. It’s not my main equipment, but I also made my equipment in Freyville. This time, I was told that I absolutely needed a Seed Fire Magic Stone for the equipment, so I had no choice but to go for it.”
“Ah, you mean the one from the Overflame Rock? There were several posts on the guild bulletin board offering to buy it for 20 million each, so it seems to be in high demand.”
“When you try to make equipment from high-grade ore, you need Seed Fire Magic Stones to process it. A-rank adventurers want to return to their bases and craft equipment quickly, so they solve the problem with money. I was aiming for that, too.”
“I see. It would be nice if there were various places where you could get Seed Fire Magic Stones.”
“There are some places, but this town is the safest, so A-rank adventurers who want strong equipment come here. It’s pretty tough for A-rankers elsewhere.”
The more I hear, the more I understand why the Entonia Fire Rock Cave is so crowded.
B-rank adventurers can be relatively stable if they organize their teams well and have resistance armor. They always have the chance to earn high bonus rewards that can be converted into cash immediately.
A-rank hunters can’t keep up with the demand for Seed Fire Stones, so they can’t get them right away. They end up joining the hunt for a chance to make money.
No wonder it’s so crowded with so much coming and going.
That’s probably why a few A-rank hunters were mixed in with the melee recruitment for the raid.
“I thought the A-rank hunters were here to defeat Varakan.”
“Most of the participants were probably deceived. I knew someone else who was temporarily participating in a party and was deceived by someone who said, ‘Let’s earn some Seed Fire Magic Stones. We’ve done this four times already, so it’s easy.’”
“…”
I’m really glad I went ahead and “executed” them.
Those trashy guys were probably targeting A-rank melee hunters who could become valuable assets.
But it does feel like an MMO.
I’m glad I was on guard when I saw the high price for the Seed Fire Magic Stone being advertised.
I thought they must have some important uses. They’re prerequisite items for making powerful equipment.
Their purpose is to melt and process higher-grade ores.
“…I have one, but do you want to buy it?”
It’s a gamble.
If there were demand, there wouldn’t be a need to make such a quick decision, but we fought together, and he’s my only surviving comrade.
I probably don’t need it right away, but if he needs it urgently, I’ll give it to him.
“R-really!?”
“Yeah, I happened to wander around back and defeat one. It’s a beautiful magic stone, you know?”
I took it out of the leather bag where I stored the other magic stones and placed it on the table. It was a magic stone with a strong, reddish hue, but it also had several white lines running through it.
“Indeed, those white lines are exactly what the blacksmith mentioned. If you’re willing to sell it, I’ll offer you 20 million beeke. No, actually, Loki saved my life. I’d like to buy it for 50 million beeke, reward included.”
“No, no. The standard market price of 20 million beeke is fine. That reward belongs to you for fighting so bravely.”
“But that’s not enough gratitude.”
“In exchange, may I ask you for one favor?”
“Hm?”
“I would be very grateful if you could share any information you have as an A-rank senior hunter, including about the hunting grounds called ‘Quoits Dragon Burial Mountains.’ After I finish exploring Waltz, I plan to take the promotion exam and become an A-rank hunter as soon as possible.”
“I see. That sounds interesting. If that’s all you want in return, then fine. I’ll tell you everything I know.”
I refilled my coffee cup and listened intently, committing every word to memory.
There was still a part of me that thought this time spent not hunting was inefficient.
However, it’s not like a game where you can hunt and gather information simultaneously.
That’s why this time is so important.
I learned not only the location of the A-rank hunting grounds but also the locations of other high-rank hunting grounds in the vicinity. I learned about the recommended materials for weapons and armor, as well as the names of towns and shops where I could obtain them.
The route I had mapped out in my mind to reach the Waltz is expanding further east.
In this world without maps, everyone must be imagining their own “maps” in their heads, just like me.
“With this, I no longer have a reason to stay in this town. My home base is in the city of Rosbelia, near the Quoits Dragon Burial Mountains. If you ever pass by, please stop by. I’d be happy to guide you around the hunting grounds anytime.”
“Alright. It looks like I’ll be staying in that town for a while, so we might meet again at the Hunter’s Guild. Please take care of me then.”
After completing the transaction, we shook hands and went our separate ways.
Grom-san headed east, and I headed south.
Encounters and farewells—adventure is nothing but a repetition of those things.
I wonder what kind of town and hunting grounds awaits me next.
On the way, all I have to do is practice magic and search for villains.
I should also review my stats and skills, which have improved significantly during my travels.
I also need to experiment with a few skills in a secluded area.
After about ten days in Lowenfort, I set off once more, eager to explore the next town.
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