Leon leaned back against the moss-covered wall, listening to the voice. Although he wanted to summon them, he held back.
'Who would serve a master with a dungeon like this?'
『Oi... Is there a way to clean the dungeon up?』
[You can use the dungeon cleaning function, which will use DP to clean.]
[You can repair broken traps using this function.]
[Bodies will grant a small refund.]
'Hmmm... what cost to clean the entire dungeon and repair all the traps and doors?'
Despite thinking it might be a waste or something useless.
Leon didn't want to summon his first monster to this dump. He stepped towards the main room with his crystal.
However, he felt a strange sensation inside himself when the voice spoke to him, and the screen to the left of his vision began displaying various numbers and runes.
『This looks quite promising—the cost isn't too bad either.』
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[Dungeon Maintenance]
Outgoings: Cleaning (100), Trap Repair (100)
Incoming: Refunded (60)
Remaining: 410 DP
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[Starting Cleanup]
The moment the voice sounded, Leonhardt's eyes widened in shock at the sight before him.
He saw the small broken rocks and obsidian slate crumble into shining dust, swirling into the air before it formed a beautiful obsidian slate ceiling.
『This service is handy...』
Leon watched the broken black throne with dirty red velvet become clean, like something sucked the dirt and musky mould from the fabric and dried it with hot air.
Mysterious colours appeared in his eyes, causing him to feel amazed.
『These colours are the unique elements of mana in nature—how amazing.』
He realised that the knowledge in his mind clashed with the world around him. Sometimes, he felt magic was foreign and strange, like a myth or legend.
Yet the idea of alchemy and potions felt natural and realistic when he sifted through his memories and thoughts.
『There is a faint scent of lemon and mint... is this part of the cleaning process?』
[The air quality has improved temporarily.]
[For a better quality of life, purchase a magical air filter.]
"What?!"
Immediately after he asked, various boxes flashed in the corner of his eyes before he fell back onto the freshly dry and warm throne.
A soft, comforting sensation as his body bounced a few times from the magical memory foam cushioning.
'How is the dungeon able to do these things? It's strange...'
He couldn't quite understand the difference between the filters and their effects but knew that quality would be important in the future.
[Magical Air Filter]
[Basic]
∟ The Basic filter improves mana regeneration and air purity by 20%
∟ The effect extends four squares per machine.
∟ 50DP
[Intermediate]
∟ An intermediate filter that improves mana regeneration and air purity by 40%
∟ The effect extends to ten squares per machine.
∟ 150DP
[Advanced]
∟ The strongest Air filter! Improves mana regeneration and air purity by 80%
∟ The effect extends to fifty squares per machine
∟ Critters, flora and fauna grow faster and live longer.
∟ 300DP
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Many tools appeared on the display, from weapons to things like hot tubs and pools. But what made Leonhardt focus on this machine was the mana regeneration.
Leon's hand flickered with fire, creating four firebolts before his chest started to ache, a slight feeling of tightness, before a fifth finally appeared.
"Five is my limit right now..."
Although it seemed like quite a lot, the enemies would likely come more often in the future, and he would need to keep up with their pace.
『At least my muscles are slowly improving from the excess mana...』
His lips pressed together while thinking about the outside world, and his grip on either arm of the throne tightened.
Leonhardt didn't know what existed out there.
He only carried small amounts of information about humans, elves, dwarves and monsters.
Without rushing, he began to search through the trap catalogue and monster summoning tablet but saw he couldn't choose anything strong even if he wanted to.
"To summon a single goblin, it cost 10DP. So even if they die I regain the price back."
He tapped his chin with a slight grin on his lips.
Leonhardt's eyes narrowed, his breathing growing deeper as his mind began to calculate how he would set up his dungeon.
His fingertips clicked the Advanced Magical Air Filter first, and suddenly, a strange contraption appeared hovering in the air.
"It looks rather interesting, though bigger than I thought..."
Pipes and crystal tubes, along with a massive intake and output, covered the massive metal body.
He gazed around the room before choosing the ideal place to put the machine so it wouldn't cause any issues in the future.
Thud—!
It landed with a bang and then seemed fixed to the ground and walls. Then, a moment later, a magical blue light shone from the purple dungeon core.
Whoosh—!
The moment it began to work, there was a howl of the fans starting up, and suddenly, a fresh, minty scent with a hint of lavender filled the room.
[Mana Regeneration Increased 80%]
He then closed his eyes with a sense of peace, leaning back on the comfortable throne and hearing the voice of the dungeon once again.
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[Summoned 10 Goblins]
[Defenders]
∟ 5 Shield Bearing Goblins
∟ 50DP
[Archers]
∟ 5 Bow Wielding Goblins
∟ 50DP
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"That should be enough for now... though they are weak and only level one. I should summon my servant and have them help me manage the dungeon in future."
He wanted to explore the world one day, but without someone trustworthy, could he ever leave this dungeon?
These thoughts flowed through his mind.
[Would you like to summon your new attendant?]
Leonhardt pressed the button in front of his eyes and felt a slight jolt of electricity before pulling his finger back in shock.
It felt like a static shock...
"Ouch..."
Instantly after, the purple dungeon core began to shine bright with a flicker of glowing specs forming the shape of a tall humanoid creature.
He couldn't help but swallow his saliva.
The sound of his heart beating echoed throughout the room, and he felt a sweet scent flowing into his nose.
『What...』
There was a desired surrender to offer everything as the beautiful dark-skinned beauty with golden and black hair gazed at him with an emotionless face.
She had long black hair, like an Eastern princess, a box cut fringe and bangs that framed her beautiful face, a small pointed nose, sharp eyes and a well-shaped face.
For a moment, she gazed at Leonhardt—at first. It seemed neutral before she snorted, lifted her chin, and turned to the side.
Then, from her lower back, a pair of feathered, raven-coloured wings and a heart-tipped tail curled around her right thigh.
"You, are my master?"
The female spoke in a deep, elegant, yet aggressive tone, like a queen speaking to one of her subjects. A slight vibration followed her words, causing the air to tremble.
『This woman... who is she?』
[Displaying Information on your Attendant!]
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[Summoned Aide]
[Name: Zafira Anuket]
[Race: Demon]
[Rank: SSS]
[Class: Succubus Queen]
∟ Level: 100
- A type of demon that specialises in dark and mental magic
- Born with the most charming bodies and talented in all forms of liberal skills
- Dangerous and insatiable. Tread carefully.
- Daughter of the Demon Emperor
[Loyalty: 0]
[Affection: 0]
∟ Currently Cannot Leave The Dungeon
[Low Loyalty - Danger of Rebellion]
[Low Affection - Danger of Death]
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Because it took him a moment to speak, the succubus queen narrowed her already sharp and fierce gaze and glared at him.
"Can you not speak?! Great! How could my Master be such a lesser existence?"
'Lesser existence... this woman is being arrogant and annoying even if it is true. I summoned her here!'
『Dungeon Wife, is there anything I can do to make her obey me?』
[Dear Master, I am not your wife]
[To improve relations with high-grade summons, you need to work hard!]
∟ Speak to them and improve your loyalty naturally!
∟ Buy them gifts or shower them with praise!
∟ Beat them into submission and show them who the boss is!
∟ Improve yourself as a dungeon master—then their minds will change!
∟ Kill them! No Fucks given!
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There was nothing he could do in a short amount of time. Instead, he would try to take his time despite the short time limit of his life, which made him feel a sense of urgency and, at the same time, reckless.
"I am Leonhardt. The Master of this dungeon, watch what you say."
"Hah! Or else? You're not even level ten... but okay. I will listen to you for now. Be grateful!"
Though he didn't enjoy her attitude, there was also the knowledge and information regarding Zafira from the dungeon that allowed him to understand.
This succubus lived a life of luxury as the daughter of the Demon Emperor in the southern continent. But suddenly, Zafira was summoned to some small dungeon in the human lands.
"Go and clean the bedchambers for me since there is nothing else to do!"
"!!!"
Zafira's sharp eyes widened in shock as her jaw dropped—unable to resist his words, she moved to the small doorway behind the throne.
"Damn it... this little..." Her mutters, growing quiet before she slams the door.
Bang—!
[New Quest Added - Shape up or Ship out!]
"A tough woman..."
Leonhardt's emotionless eyes glanced back at the succubus before he read the information added to the quest in the right corner of his vision.
He then climbed from his throne and vanished from the room in a flicker of purple light.