Jose felt both surprised and guilty for the boy. Due to his confusion, the boy was forced to attack the orcs. Fortunately, the boy showed prowess in defending himself; he possessed fire magic, albeit at a low level since he had just earned his level. Throughout the battle, the boy, named Ryan, demonstrated his ability by using fire to combat the slimes that threatened them. Ryan, a 7-year-old boy, was greatly traumatized by the events. He had witnessed his classmates being engulfed by the slimes, and their teacher had abandoned them in panic. Fortunately, they had been conducting chemistry experiments, and Ryan had been holding alcohol and a flame. In defense against the slimes, Ryan extended his arm with the flame, consuming the slime in fire and earning himself the skill of fire magic. After the initial encounter, Ryan had hidden, not daring to confront the orc onslaught, but he had been inadvertently caught up in the battle, completing the tutorial quest.
After their heartfelt conversation, Jose spoke sincerely to Ryan, "I'm sorry, Ryan, for implicating you in this trouble. But now, Ryan, I know you felt fear. I want you to think about your friends, who were eaten by those stupid slimes. Think about avenging them by killing all the monsters that these damn aliens have brought upon us."
With a shivering and weak voice, Ryan answered, "Kuya Jose, you are right. I need to resolve myself and maybe find Mom and Dad after all this crazy quest." Ryan ignited a fire in his hands and hit a slime on the ceiling. Then, both survivors tended to their stats. Ryan mainly focused his stats on brain and magic, which greatly increased Ryan's maturity even at a young age. Jose, this time, added all his gained skill points and physical points to his muscle.
Ryan was very hungry after almost a whole day without eating, and Jose had been running all day. It was almost the next day after the apocalypse, and there were only 3 hours left in the subquest counter. The store had a plethora of items to buy, including food options. A sumptuous meal was worth 20 gold, enough for both of them, so Jose hurriedly made the purchase. The two survivors enjoyed their meal, especially Jose, who had spent most of his life consuming instant foods. Tasting a hot and delicious meal was a blissful experience for him.
While they were eating, a ruckus was heard downstairs, indicating the presence of orcs. Jose quickly realized what was happening and instructed Ryan to finish his meal first and then collect the orc corpses and weapons to sell them in the shop for gold. Jose assured Ryan that he would handle the orcs downstairs. With determination, Jose swiftly finished his meal and descended the stairs.
This time, Jose felt no fear of the orc monsters. He relied solely on his physical prowess, engaging the orcs in battle without activating any special skills. Unconsciously, Jose fought like a maniac, his focus so intense that he lost track of time. Half an hour remained before the quest's finish, and Ryan soon joined the fray, casting flames from behind Jose to cover his back from surprise attacks.
Ryan proved to be very helpful in the battle, and together, they managed to defeat the orcs. As the timer reached the half-minute mark, the floor was once again littered with orc bodies. Jose, though wounded from the battle, did not flinch from the pain anymore. He quickly downed a health potion and was back in top condition.
"Sub-Quest Completed: Orc Rampage
Congratulations, Jose Rizzer, for successfully defending against the wrath of the Orc Horde. Your bravery and skill have saved countless lives and brought hope to the city in its darkest hour. As a reward for your valor, you have earned:
- 5 levels
- Skill: Rampage
Well done, adventurer. Your courage and determination are truly commendable. Continue your journey with strength and resolve."
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System Prompt:
Player: Jose Rizzer
Level: 28
Attributes:
- Muscle: 31
- Skeleton: 16
- Brain: 16
- Mana: 150/325
Skills:
- Berserker (Passive): Increases overall ability by 30% when covered in blood.
- Thick Hide (Passive): Slightly increases the hardness of skin.
- Minor Flexibility (Passive): Enhances the flexibility of his body.
- Smoke Magic (Level 11 - Active): Ability to create and manipulate smoke.
- Heavy Weapon Mastery (Level 11 - Passive): Mastery of using heavy weapons, bonus 10% damage.
- Overdrive (Active): Enhances brain activity by another 10% for 3 minutes.
- Confusion (Level 4 - Active): Puts the enemy into a confused state for 40 seconds.
- Rampage (Passive): Every 20 monster kills increases overall stats by 1%.
Points:
- Physical Points: 0
- Skill Points: 0
Gold:
- Current Gold: 4000
After finishing off the last of the orc invaders, Jose and Ryan took a moment to catch their breath amidst the carnage. "We did it, Ryan," Jose said, a sense of relief washing over him. "You really held your own out there."
Ryan nodded, still trembling slightly. "Thanks, Kuya Jose. I couldn't have done it without you."
With the immediate threat dealt with, Jose's mind turned to their next steps. "We need to find a safer place to rest," he said, scanning their surroundings for any signs of danger. "Somewhere away from these monsters."
Ryan agreed, and together they ventured back outside, cautiously navigating the desolate streets. After some time, they stumbled upon an abandoned apartment building with sturdy-looking doors and windows. It seemed like a promising refuge.
As they entered the building and made their way to one of the upper floors, Jose couldn't shake the feeling of unease. The events of the past few hours had taken their toll on him, both physically and mentally. He knew they needed to rest and recuperate before facing whatever else this new world had in store for them.
Ryan and Jose searched the apartment building floor by floor, cautiously checking each room for any signs of danger. After what felt like an eternity, they finally found an empty apartment on the fourth floor. With a collective sigh of relief, they entered the dimly lit space and barricaded the door behind them.
Exhausted and drained from the day's events, Jose urged Ryan to lie down and rest while he kept watch. Despite his own weariness, Jose knew that ensuring Ryan's safety was his top priority. "You need to rest, Ryan," he said softly, guiding the boy to a makeshift bed. "I'll keep watch for now. Don't worry, I won't sleep until you're fully rested."
Ryan nodded gratefully, his eyes heavy with exhaustion. He curled up on the bed, pulling a tattered blanket around himself, and soon drifted off into a fitful sleep. Jose watched over him silently, his senses on high alert for any sign of danger. The weight of responsibility bore heavily on his shoulders, but he knew he had to stay vigilant to protect them both in this unforgiving world.
At 8 AM, the morning sun cast its warm glow over the city, signaling the start of a new day. While Ryan was finally able to rest peacefully, the echoes of distant screams and the rhythmic thuds of the giants' staffs hitting the ground served as a grim reminder of the dangers lurking outside their temporary sanctuary. However, Jose remained blissfully unaware of the chaos unfolding beyond their walls, lost in the embrace of much-needed sleep.