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Chapter 3 - Chapter 3: Building the Foundation

Adam stood at the edge of his safe zone,seeing his NPC Guardian was scouting the area. while the craftsman was carrying another load of wood to a storage box. The craftsman pounded on his workbench, turning raw materials into tools and armor.

The system beeped, and Adam's attention returned to him User Interface

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> **Daily Tool Unlocked:**

> - **Objective:** Collect 20 units of wood and 10 units of stone.

> - **Price:** 15 Gold, 20 XP.

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Adam laughed. With his NPCs, this task was a joke. He ordered the worker and the artist to collect resources from a safe place.

After opening the **Resource Management** tab, the system called again.

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> **Current Resources:**

>- Woodworking: 15

> - Stone: 10

> - Gold: 20

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"It's working," Adam muttered. With daily effort, his resources would get closer to the threshold required for promotion, and his **Lord Merchant** would be able to expand those resources even further.

He pressed the **NPC Creation** menu and looked at the samples.

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> **Available Models:**

> - **Basic Worker** (Cost: 5 wood, 5 stone)

> - **Basic Guard** (Cost: 5 wood, 5 stone)

> - **First Base** (Cost: 5 Wood, 10 Stone)

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He chose the **Basic Builder** with the familiar light rotation now combined with a tall figure with a tool belt and a confident stance.

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> **NPC created:**

> - Name: Creator NPC #001

> - **HP:** 65/65

> - **Strength:** 10

> - **Power:** 5

> - **Luck:** 6

> - **Current rating:** F

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"My lord," the creator said with a deep bow.

"You - The task is to build this house. Adam ordered. Strengthen the walls and add storage space for weapons and supplies."

The builder nodded, getting down to work.

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Adam opened his **transaction tree** and tracked his progress.

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> **Advanced Level:**

> - 3/10 Transaction completed (following token: copy is active).

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is a revolution It was very close, but Adam knew it would take more than just trading goods to get there. He had to think bigger.

The craftsman approached with an axe.

"My lord, I have completed the tool you requested."

Adam examined the axe, noting its rough but well-crafted edges.

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> **New item created:**

> - Raw Axe (Damage: 8, Health: 60/60)

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"Good job," said Adam. Start producing more. We'll need them for future development."

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The peace of that day was shattered by a dark howl. Adam turned to the forest, his spear ready. Three types of wolves emerged from the shadows, their eyes flashing, their teeth bared.

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> ** Dealing with monsters: wild wolves (3)**

> - **HK:** 40/40 each

> - **Rank:** F

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"Guard!" Adam shouted.

The NPC Guardian rushed forward and blocked the approaching wolf with his shield. The fight was brutal – bite against iron, the bite mixed with the sound of the blow.

Adam joined the fight as he thrust his spear into the side of one of the wolves. Sighing, he turned his attention to her, only to be knocked down by a swift attack from the guard.

The two remaining wolves sat idly, their laughter rising as they circled the pair.

"Progress!" Adam called out He threw the blunt ax at him. "Get over here!"

The Artisans hesitated for a moment before jumping into battle. His swing was clumsy but strong, and the ax hit the wolf in the side.

The last wolf lunged at Adam, its fangs baring its face. He ducked, the spear thrust into its chest, the force of the impact sending it crashing to the ground.

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> ** Monsters defeated:**

> - **Prize:** 15 gold, 25 XP, Wolf Hide (3)

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Adam wiped the sweat from his brow, his chest heaving again.

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> **Daily Quests Completed!**

> - **Required Reward:** 15 gold, 20 XP

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A good victory

, but be careful. If three wolves can do this much damage, what will the attack look like?

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#### **Promotions and Updates**

developers completed the development overnight, Adding reinforced walls and more storage space to the building. Adam checked out the update in his user interface.

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> **Region status updated:**

> - **Level:** A fortified building

> - **Safety zone range:** 15 meters

> - **Storage capacity:** +50%

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The large space allows him to store resources better, and the reinforced walls provide added security.

Adam spoke to them as the group gathered in the upgraded building NPC

"This is just the beginning,"

said in a strong voice. We have captured this area, but the real challenge is yet to come. We need more weapons, stronger defenses, and true loyalty. Together we will build something that the monsters cannot destroy."

The NPCs

bowed together, their loyalty evident in their silent obedience.

Adam opened his user interface one last time before falling asleep, his gaze fixed on the door.

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> **Terror Time Boy:** 5 days, 22 hours left.

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leaned back in his chair, a smile forming on his lips. The wolves were just getting started. At the time of the attack, he was ready.