Trouble Comes Knocking!

Chapter 20 - Trouble Comes Knocking!

'Puff—'

'Tear—'

'Snap—'

Barbaric, chaotic, without any order, this was not a battle but a thorough slaughter.

It is a fight for survival, where killing the opponent is a necessity.

As monsters, Orcs naturally do not have a specific fighting style; all they know is to kill all humans, nothing more.

Ethan, on the other hand, had never learned or witnessed how other adventurers fought.

Everything he knew about fighting, he figured out on his own in the midst of battle.

Purely a self-taught fighter, combined with his unique circumstances, exchanging injuries for injuries was just a routine for him.

'Roar—'

An Orc swung a club directly onto Ethan's back, and Ethan showed no sign of response.

The sword in his hand mercilessly pierced through the eye socket of the Orc in front of him, stabbing through its head.

Having dealt with this one, Ethan turned around to settle the score with the one who had attacked him from behind.

'Puff—'

The sharp blade cut through the Orc's chest, penetrating its body.

'Bang—'

In the next moment, the last remaining Orc also turned into a cloud of black smoke, leaving behind a magic stone on the ground.

Taking deep breaths, Ethan slowly stood up.

His body is covered in bruises from the Orcs' attacks, but fortunately, no bones were broken.

This makes Ethan realize that he is getting stronger.

In the past, he would have probably suffered multiple bone fractures, but now, it is just some bruises.

"Let's call it a day. It's about enough fighting for the day."

Collecting the magic stones scattered around him, Ethan decides to conclude today's adventure.

Unlike many "predecessors," Ethan doesn't have much interest in the dungeon and doesn't want to spend his entire life exploring it and killing monsters.

For Ethan, the dungeon is just a location, and he only comes when he needs to complete missions or fight with monsters.

Today's [Daily Mission] has been completed, so Ethan has no intention of staying here.

After all, as long as he steadily accumulates diamonds, he will eventually become stronger.

Ethan understands that the system is his most important opportunity. Even Falna is not comparable to it.

Moreover, with a goddess sponsoring him, he can easily get one million Valis every month, so he's not short of money.

In such a situation, why push himself so hard for little gains? Why not enjoy life in this new world?

"Hmm~"

Grabbing all the Orcs' magic stones, Ethan feels the magic energy merging into his body like a stream, giving him an extreme sense of pleasure.

After a few seconds, everything returns to calm, and Ethan is somewhat reluctant to part with the previous experience.

The magic stones in his hand have turned transparent and lost their value, so Ethan casually discards them.

If it weren't for the guild monopolizing magic stone business in Orario, and adventurers can only legally exchange magic stones for money in the guild, Ethan would have liked to open a magic stone exchange business.

By then, exchanging money for magic stones, he wouldn't need to do anything extra while lying down at home and could still enhance his magic reserve.

"Hmm? Mr. Ethan?"

Just out of the dungeon entrance, Ethan sees a familiar figure.

"Are you the half-elf advisor from before?"

"Just call me Eina, Mr. Ethan."

"Oh, hello, Miss Eina."

As a man of culture, Ethan naturally has a favorable impression of girls with glasses.

"Have you finished today's exploration?"

"Yes, my goal has been achieved, so I came back. I'm not the type who likes to linger in the dungeon all day long."

"It's a good habit, Mr. Ethan. Adventurers must not take unnecessary risks. I don't want to see your name on the 'missing list.'"

"Alright, I understand."

Ethan appreciates the girl's goodwill.

However, Ethan is very aware of his own identity.

He is currently raised and sponsored by a goddess.

The goddess in question happens to be a somewhat possessive type, so it is better for him to keep a certain distance from other girls at present.

Unless he accomplishes something, like conquering that goddess, then he can then truly let himself loose.

"Well, Miss Eina, you go ahead and continue working. I have some things to take care of, so I'll take my leave."

"Huh? Well, goodbye then."

"Thanks~"

Watching Ethan's departing figure, Eina feels a bit strange.

She's quite popular among other adventurers, and many of them even get into fights because of her. They want her to be their personal guild advisor.

Although it wasn't her intention, and it brought her considerable trouble. Wasn't this a testament to her charm?

However, with Ethan, it seems like she doesn't have much appeal.

He only talks to her for a short while and then eagerly leaves, as if it's a waste of his time talking with her.

On the other side, Ethan is unaware that his subconscious actions were misunderstood by the sensitive half-elf girl.

He is currently out shopping.

It's already afternoon, and Ethan is hungry after a day of running around.

So, he decides to treat himself in the bustling street, indulging in a feast.

However, today Ethan doesn't plan to go to the Hostess of Fertility.

That place is just too dangerous, and yesterday's lesson is still fresh in his mind.

Spending thirty thousand Valis on one meal, even with a million Valis balance, is not something he can afford every day.

"This kid looks like a big fish. He buys things so casually, picks whatever he likes, and seems curious about everything. Probably a rich kid from a wealthy family."

In the shadows of an alley, a rugged-looking guy observes Ethan's back with malice in his eyes.

"So, what do you want to do..."

"Of course, grab him. By then, we can buy some divine wine and have a good time."

"Okay, what do you want me to do?"

"Keep an eye on him, find a remote alley on his route, and lure him in."

"Leave it to me~"

In the darkness, two figures conspire, their eyes on Ethan as if he were a piece of fat meat.

And as Ethan continues to wander around, they closely follow behind him.

From the looks of it, this isn't their first time doing something shady like this.

At this moment, Ethan remains oblivious to the fact that he's being targeted.

Even if he knew, he probably wouldn't care.

After all, who is he?

He's the boy supported by goddess Freya.

If something happens to him, it won't end well for anyone, and there will be no escape for those involved.

Besides, he's not so weak that any shady guy can harm him.

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