I didn't know how much time passed. My breathing was often interrupted and all my muscles were so stiff that I could barely move them.
[God Of Underworld admire your will to survive!]
[The God Of the Underworld have rewarded you 100 gold coins.]
But I persisted. I persisted because I believed I could hold on. The purple emitted from the Cursed Club bone in the darkness confirmed that I was alive. After confirming the falling temperature of the stomach wall, I was convinced that he was dying.
When I was hungry, I took out the cup noodles that I had stored in inventory but by the end of 5 days, they also came to an end.
This was all I could do. I was just an ordinary human. I wasn't a protagonist. It felt like I would wake up screaming in bed at any moment, but no such miracle happened no matter how much I blinked.
...Mother and father would be fine. As long as they are together everything is alright after all my mother is very strong for a normal human.
I fell asleep whenever the liquid on the floor drained away and woke up every time the cold river water entered my mouth.
Finally, the Hydra's digestion stopped. The warmth of the viscera suddenly cooled down and the elastic stomach lining gradually solidified. Thus, I could be sure.
He died.
[...You are great.]
A bright light in the darkness. Goblin Wise's dim figure was floating in the air.
[Using your ability to Curse the Hydra while waiting for him to die, I have to say you are a very courageous or mad human.]
I accomplished my intended purpose. Goblin Wise came down to me and looked at my burnt arm.
Originally, my skin should've melted from the Hydra's digestive juices but it didn't.
The reason? I don't know and I don't have any will to find out either.
It doesn't matter to me as long as I'm alive...
Looking at Goblin Wise I opened my mouth tiredly: "Give me the reward."
That's what I said.
[Cheeky bastard.]
He grumbled while at the same time, a reward message appeared in front of my eyes.
[The hidden Quest has ended.]
[You have Killed C-ranked Hyrdar. The sea serpent.]
[You have Gained 2,400 Exp.]
[You have levelled up...]
[You have a levelled up...]
[You are now Level 5!]
[You have obtained 9,000 coins in compensation.]
[You are the first to have successfully hunted C-ranked species.]
[You have earned 1,000 coins as an achievement reward.]
[Coins Possessed: 11,100 C]
9,000 coins, an additional 1,000 coins for the achievement, and the acknowledgement of being the first to successfully hunt a C-ranked species. The tangible rewards spoke of my triumph over the monstrous Hydra.
[Haha, Gods. Did you see it well? Let's quickly watch an advertisement before going straight to the next Quest]
Goblin Wise's playful remark brought a tired chuckle to my lips.
"How much time passed?"
[Seven days. I was in suspense the whole time I was watching. Were you unaware of the time?]
It took more time than I thought.
Anyway, I did it.
A pleasant feeling of fulfilment covered my whole body and made me confident.
Now it's time for the main reward.
"Goblin Wise-"
[I know human.]
Before I could say anything Goblin wise stopped me.
[This is a privileged contract.]
"What are the conditions?"
[Take a look.]
The gobline pulled out an extravagant contract that had been prepared.
I read the contract that emerged as a transparent window in the air.
—–
The Goblin Wise handed me the extravagant contract that had materialized in the air. I read the terms of the Privileged Contract Agreement:
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**Privileged Contract Agreement**
**1. Duration of Contract:**
- The privileged contract between Player Avi and Goblin Wise remains valid until all quests are completed or until the player's death, whichever comes first.
**2. Access to the System store:**
- The player shall be granted periodic access to a system store. This market contains rare items, arartefactsand knowledge not easily accessible by ordinary adventurers. Currency for transactions in this market will be deducted from the player's possessed coins.
Player Avi can also sell any item he wants in the system store.
**3. Communication with Gods:**
- The player can now see the system notification of other gods too.
**4. Trials and Challenges:**
- The player's journey will be marked by trials and challenges. Overcoming these challenges may lead to additional rewards. Failure, however, carries consequences. The path chosen by the player will shape their destiny.
**5. Coins Compensation:**
- The player can receive coins from other gods for his performance in the quest however that decision is up to the gods.
**6. Confidentiality of Information:**
- The player agrees to keep all sensitive information gained through the privileges of this contract confidential. Disclosing such information may lead to the termination of the contract.
**7. Termination of Contract:**
- The contract may be terminated by either party under exceptional circumstances or breach of terms. Upon termination, all privileges granted under this contract will cease.
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I read the contract carefully to the last item. I thought he might play an unknown joke but I didn't see that part.
[Will you sign the contract?]
As I carefully read through the terms of the Privileged Contract Agreement, a myriad of thoughts swirled in my mind. The implications of signing such a contract were substantial, and I couldn't help but consider the potential risks and rewards.
The access to the System store, communication with other gods, and the ability to participate in trials and challenges were tempting propositions. However, the commitment and responsibility attached to these privileges were not to be taken lightly.
Goblin Wise awaited my decision, his dim figure a curious spectator to the unfolding events. After a moment of contemplation, I took a deep breath and looked directly at him.
"I'll sign the contract."
As the words left my lips, the air shimmered, and the terms of the contract vanished. A sense of weight and significance settled upon me, marking the initiation of a pact that would intertwine my destiny with the enigmatic realms.
Goblin Wise nodded approvingly, and the air around us seemed to shift subtly. The contract had been sealed, and a surge of energy coursed through me, signifying the connection formed between player and goblin.
[Congratulations, Avi. You have entered into a privileged contract with Goblin Wise.]
The system robotic voice echoed in my mind, resonating with a mix of approval and anticipation. I glanced at my status, and a new entry had been added:
**Privileged Contract with Goblin Wise**
A sense of determination filled me as I embarked on this new chapter of my adventure, aware that every choice and action would carry profound consequences in this intricate game of gods and mortals.
"Now, let the next quest begin," I said, a spark of excitement in my eyes as I prepared for the challenges that awaited me in the realms.