The ride to Aswalt town was dead silent. No one uttered a single noise, fearing they might disturb Bowen who appeared to be resting with his eyes closed. Well, except for Mason, that is. He continued to blabber as usual. However, this time the adventurers didn't look down on the duo. Instead, they felt grateful that they were being their normal selves.
Contrary to appearances, Bowen wasn't resting; he was happily reflecting on his gains with his eyes closed.
+5 EXP for every F-rank monster killed. Total kills: 28, EXP: 140.
+10 EXP for every F+ rank monster. Monsters killed: 0.
+20 EXP for every E- rank monster. Monsters killed: 1 (Buzzer Queen), total EXP: 20.
Conversion ratio:
100 EXP = 1 stat point.
1000 EXP = 1 skill point.
Bowen found this to be decent, especially considering he didn't even need to use his skills to defeat the small buzzers. He thought +5 EXP was worth it, even though he only had one Buzzer Queen to fight. He knew that in the future, he would have more opportunities to accumulate EXP by taking on higher-ranked monsters, so he didn't worry too much.
"System, show my status," Bowen ordered.
status of host is as follows.
Current name: Bowen
Status: Awakened – (Celestial mana vessel)
Magician E- rank
Warrior F rank
Attributes:
Physical strength – 38
Agility –34
Vitality – 35
Intelligence – 27~32
DP 72~7
EXP AVAILABLE: 240
Titles: Naughty rascal, Little thief, filial son, founder of new dessert
Possession: Spirit God Pavilion, Nova's Breathing Technique, T-Compass
Skills: Photographic memory(lv1/5), five senses(lv2/5), Art of Felinor(lv1/5), quick dash(lv1/5), scarlet palmblaze(lv1/3), viper's fangs (1/3) Elemental aegis(lv1/3) Status awareness(lv1/5)
Slaves acquired: Solarith Ophelious-(incomplete contract)
Disciples acquired: Renault
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"How did I get 240 EXP? Don't I only get 160 EXP for today's kills?" Bowen asked.
"+20 for four of the E- gang members killed by the host. So, a total of 80 EXP added."
"Oh, nice. The kills I made before the system upgrade still count, huh? But anyway, now that I notice, why is my DP in single digits? Don't you think you're too stingy, you damn system?"
"You spent a total of 65 DP buying the Fruit of Wasted and the book in God's Mall. Don't blame me, host."
"Even then, it's your fault for not giving me enough missions. Alright. Is there any other way to earn DP?"
"System, I'm telling you this because you seem so miserable. There are other ways the host can earn DP. Each way will open up corresponding to a system upgrade."
"Oh! So, now that you've upgraded once, you have another way for me to earn DP? Yes?"
"Yes, host."
"Come on, why do you keep it to yourself? Spit it out quickly."
"It is by increasing the manpower under you."
"Manpower?"
"Let me list it out for your clear understanding.
· Addition of a 'Worthy' slave: +50 DP
· Addition of a 'Worthy' disciple: +100 DP
· Addition of a 'Worthy' pet: +50 DP
· Awakening a slave, disciple, or pet: +200 DP
· Improving the mana vessel of the slave or disciple: +300 DP
· Improving the grade of the pet: +400 DP
· Improving the blood vessel of the slave or disciple: +500 DP
· Slave or disciple rank-up: Each rank in multiples of 100 starting from (F-) rank at 100, F rank at 200, F+ rank at 300, and so on.
· Each time a slave, disciple, or pet gains a new skill or levels up an existing skill, the host will get corresponding DP according to the grade and level of the skill."
"???? What the MYYYYYY GODDD!!! Why didn't you tell me this before?" Bowen shouted internally.
"Host, I only upgraded 10 hours ago. Did you give me any chance to explain?"
"Ok, ok, my fault, my fault! But don't keep good things for yourself from now on, okay? Wow, how I really want to train Renault and Mason now," thought Bowen with a crazy smile.
At the same time, Mason, who was in an alcohol high, and Renault, who was training his mana, felt a shiver down their spines for reasons unknown. Bowen became determined to concentrate on his slaves, disciples, and pets from now on. It's really better than doing missions.
Bowen decided to spare the EXP for now; he would decide where to spend it later on.
He slowly opened his eyes only to see Akim and Rona silently staring at him all this time. They promptly turned their heads when Bowen's eyes met theirs. For them, it would be better if they didn't have to converse with Bowen for the rest of the journey.
Bowen decided to ask what he had wanted to know for a long time.
"Will you guys tell me about the adventuring job if I ask now, or do you still want to give life advice?" asked Bowen, startling Akim and Rona.
"Hmm... we... (cough... cough... umm... we are really sorry, sire. We didn't know who you were," Akim started.
"Yes, yes...! We really regret it," Rona added.
"Fine. Just tell me about this adventurer job and related stuff... everything you know," said Bowen, curious.
Akim and Rona were overjoyed and began to elaborate...
"An adventurer is someone who takes on risky missions in uncharted territories. The Adventurer Association, overseen by the Allied Union of Nations, is in charge of all adventurers. To become an official adventurer, one must obtain a license from the Adventurer's Guild. This can be achieved by either being awakened or passing the association's entrance exam. Adventurers have three primary responsibilities:
1. To kill monsters.
2. To fulfill non-monster requests, which are usually done by low-level adventurers or those not capable of fighting.
3. To fulfill requests from governments or the Adventure Association itself.
"We've heard that the Adventure Association is more systematic and advanced in other developed continents, but here in Yuria, they use the old system of work and reward," said Akim.
"Tell me about this old system," said Bowen, resting his cheeks on his hands.
Rona started, "The old system has some basic rules and regulations. For example:
· You pay 30% of whatever you get from the hunt to the Adventurers Association.
· Anyone having an adventurer license can dive into a dungeon.
· You should report immediately if you find a new monster, new dungeon, or any new treasures. You will be paid accordingly.
· You must take care of your own safety during your missions.
· Not doing missions for 6 months will result in your license being revoked.
These are some important rules; they seem to be different in other continents. finished Rona
One thing piqued Bowen's interest: DUNGEONS!!! LIKE IN EVERY FANTASY story, there are dungeons here."