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News about the beginner adventurers of Vermilion Familia who successfully challenged the Rex Goliath monster spread quickly after Asuna and her friends returned to Orario. The 18th Floor, which served as a resting place for adventurers, was bustling with trade and discussion. Adventurers from various familias came and went, making it easy for the news to spread.

In the midst of the crowd on the 18th Floor, voices filled the air. Adventurers from different familias gathered around wooden tables, sharing stories and the latest gossip. The news of Vermilion Familia's victory over Monster Rex Goliath became the focal point of their discussions.

"How could they possibly defeat Goliath? That's a level 4 monster, not just any monster!" exclaimed one adventurer, his eyes wide with curiosity.

"Yeah, I can't believe it either. Even the Sword Princess and Loki Familia couldn't do it when they were at level 1," replied his friend, gripping a drink while staring intently at the group engaged in conversation.

"If they can do that, doesn't that mean we've wasted years as adventurers and are still level 2? Let alone challenging Goliath," said a drunken adventurer.

"This news really changes everything. If they managed to defeat Goliath, who knows what monsters they'll face next?" said an older adventurer, gazing far ahead as if envisioning Vermilion Familia's future glory.

The discussions continued, creating different mindsets among the adventurers.

Many doubted the news that Vermilion Familia had defeated Goliath, the level 4 monster known as the floor boss, which had higher power stats than monsters of the same level. However, those who witnessed the battle firsthand had no doubt about the truth of the news. This victory quickly became a hot topic among adventurers and curious gods.

At the entrance of the dungeon, the sound of footsteps from adventurers returning from the dungeon added to the atmosphere. They looked exhausted but satisfied, carrying valuable loot.

"Let's all train together! We can learn from one another and improve our team skills. Who knows, maybe one day we can be like them!" shouted a novice adventurer who had recently become an adventurer.

The veteran adventurers who heard this laughed heartily at the words of the rookie, looking at him as if he were an idiot.

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On the other side, unaware of the sensation they had caused, Asuna, Yui, and Yuuki returned to the Vermilion Familia headquarters for their status updates. Asuna lay down while Noah, their god, dripped divine blood onto her back. In an instant, Asuna's Falna glowed and displayed her new stats.

"Asuna, you have three development ability options: Mage, Swordman, and Luck. Which development ability do you choose?" Noah asked, looking serious.

Development abilities are special abilities that appear when an adventurer levels up, starting from Level 2. Unlike basic abilities, these abilities provide unique characteristics that affect specific skills. Each time an adventurer levels up, there is a chance they will gain one development ability, and in some cases, more than one ability appears for selection.

Development abilities are highly valuable as they can provide significant increases to the user's abilities. For example, if two people make a potion with the same ingredients and method, the person with the Mixing ability can produce a potion of much higher quality. Some abilities, like Mage, can even increase the user's stats beyond their actual level.

Development abilities are also classified from I to S, with higher difficulty in improving these abilities compared to basic abilities. However, these abilities are not reset to I upon each level increase, allowing users to continue developing.

"What do you think I should choose, Noah?" asked Asuna, hoping for guidance from their god.

"I think you should choose Luck. It's a rare development ability and may not appear again in the future," Noah replied confidently.

"Then it's up to you," Asuna responded.

Noah promptly updated Asuna's status.

**Asuna**

Level 2

*Strength*: S - 999 → I - 0

*Endurance*: S - 950 → I - 0

*Dexterity*: SS - 1199 → I - 0

*Agility*: SSS - 1250 → I - 0

*Magic*: S - 999 → I - 0

**Development Abilities**:

*Luck: I*

This ability increases Asuna's luck, including in finding resources in the dungeon and enhancing the chances of receiving rewards.

**Skill**:

**Swordmaster's Grace**

(This skill increases the speed and accuracy of sword attacks, making it easier for Asuna to evade enemy attacks.)

**Vermilion's Blessing**

(A blessing from the Vermilion god that doubles the benefits of Exilia.)

**Magic**:

**Tempest Creatio**

(A short-range magic that allows the user to create a storm around their body, which can be directed to attack enemies.)

After Asuna, it was now Yui and Yuuki's turn to update their statuses.

**Yui**

Level 2

*Strength*: B - 799 → I - 0

*Endurance*: A - 869 → I - 0

*Dexterity*: S - 999 → I - 0

*Agility*: A - 870 → I - 0

*Magic*: SSS - 1400 → I - 0

**Development Abilities**:

*Spirit Healing: I*

This ability automatically initiates the regeneration of Yui's mind at a slow rate after using magic.

**Skill**:

**Healing Touch**

(A skill that allows Yui to heal minor wounds and speed up the healing process for her friends.)

**Vermilion's Blessing**

(A blessing from the Vermilion god that enhances the benefits of Exilia.)

**Magic**:

**Lux Sancta**

(Creates a shield of light around the target that can withstand enemy attacks.)

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**Yuuki**

Level 2

*Strength*: SSS - 1300 → I - 0

*Endurance*: SSS - 1400 → I - 0

*Dexterity*: S - 999 → I - 0

*Agility*: S - 999 → I - 0

*Magic*: I - 0

**Development Abilities**:

*Swordman*

**Skill**:

**Abnormal Resistance**

(A passive skill that grants immunity to all abnormal status effects.)

**Vermilion's Blessing**

(A blessing from the Vermilion god that enhances the benefits of Exilia.)

**Fury**

(A skill that, when activated, will double Yuuki's base speed.)

After all the updates were complete, the three of them felt their strength and abilities increase. They headed to the Hostess of Fertility to celebrate.

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Entering the bar, the atmosphere was lively with the strong aroma of wine and the mouth-watering scents of cooking filling the air. They came to an empty table in the corner.

Their arrival immediately attracted the attention of many adventurers, who whispered while glancing at Asuna and the others. Although many of them had never met Asuna, Yui, and Yuuki, their easily recognizable features made it clear to many adventurers that they were the Vermilion Familia that had been recently talked about.

"Yui, I heard you defeated Goliath, is that true?" the cheerful voice of Syr rang out. She looked at Asuna and the others with sparkling eyes. She could see the brilliance of Yui and the others, not unlike that of the Sword Princess, Ais Wallenstein.

Because she knew that Yui was Noah's daughter, Syr certainly wouldn't miss the opportunity to build a good relationship with her to get closer to Noah more easily.

Many gods in Orario have strange personalities, so no one found it curious or strange that Noah had a child. After all, they knew that Yui was Noah's adopted daughter since gods like them could not have offspring.

Perhaps because of their cheerful personalities, they quickly became friends after meeting a few times.

"That's right," Yui said proudly.

"Can you tell me in detail how the battle went?" Syr asked, gossiping eagerly.

Yui whispered to Syr and recounted how she fought against Goliath.

"Syr, back to work!" a loud voice from Mia sounded from the kitchen as she saw Syr neglecting her duties. Although Syr was a member of Freya's Familia, Mia would certainly follow the goddess's orders to treat her like any other employee.

"Okay!" Syr replied while running back to the kitchen.