Chapter 9

After the intense battle, I searched the dungeon core which was glowing dimly in the center of the room. As I picked it up, I noticed that it was heavier than I expected, and I could feel its energy pulsing in my hand. Without a second thought, I headed back towards my dungeon, eager to feed the core to my dungeon.

Upon reaching my dungeon, I quickly made my way towards the heart of it, where the monsters eagerly awaited my return. As I presented the core, they seemed to be energized by it, and I could see their eyes gleaming with excitement.

But as I waited for the dungeon to upgrade, I realized that nothing was happening. Confused, I asked my monsters why the dungeon wasn't upgrading as it should have. To my surprise, one of them spoke up, "Master, the energy from the core has already been consumed by the dungeon. However, it seems that our dungeon has reached its limit."

I was taken aback by the realization. I had always assumed that my dungeon would continue to grow and evolve as long as it was fed with energy cores, but now it seemed that there was a limit to its growth.

I asked my monsters if there was any way to break through the limit and continue to improve the dungeon, and they replied, "Master, we can try to find more powerful cores that will provide more energy to the dungeon, but beyond that, we cannot say for sure. Perhaps with time and enough energy, the dungeon may find a way to break through its limits and evolve even further."

Feeling a mix of disappointment and excitement, I realized that there was still so much to explore and learn about this mysterious dungeon world. I vowed to continue my adventures and seek out more powerful energy sources to feed my dungeon, in the hopes of unlocking its full potential.

As I left my monsters to rest and recover from the intense battle, I couldn't help but feel a sense of pride in the bond that had formed between us. With their help, I had overcome the challenges of the dungeon and made a significant discovery about the limits of dungeon growth. And yet, there was still so much more to explore and learn in this world of monsters and dungeon

After that you head back to the guild house to collect your reward.

As you collected your reward from the guild receptionist, you heard a familiar voice calling out to you. "Hey, you did quite well on that dungeon quest. The guild master would like to see you in his office." The voice belonged to one of the guild's senior members, who had always been friendly with you. You nodded in acknowledgment and made your way to the guild master's office.

Upon entering the office, you were greeted by the sight of the guild master sitting behind his desk. The guild master, whose name was Arcturus, was a tall and imposing figure. His blond hair was neatly combed back and his piercing blue eyes seemed to hold a hidden depth of knowledge. He was always dressed in a long black coat and had a stern expression on his face.

As you entered his room, you felt a sense of unease wash over you. You couldn't quite put your finger on why, but you knew that Arcturus was not someone to be taken lightly.

"Ah, welcome back," he said, his voice deep and gravelly. "I trust your quest was successful?"

You nodded, still feeling a bit intimidated by his presence. "Yes, I managed to clear the dungeon"

"Excellent," Arcturus said, leaning back in his chair. "You are proving to be quite the capable adventurer."

You felt a sense of pride swell within you at his words. Arcturus was known for being a tough critic, so his praise was not easily earned.

"I actually wanted to speak to you about something else," he said, his expression turning serious. "There is an auction taking place in the city next week. It is an event that only the most elite and powerful individuals attend, and I have been invited to attend as well."

You raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "What kind of auction is it?"

Arcturus smiled, but it didn't quite reach his eyes. "Let's just say that it's a chance to acquire some very valuable and rare items. The kind of items that can change the course of a person's life."

You couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement at the prospect. You had always been drawn to the idea of uncovering powerful artifacts and rare treasures.

"I'm sure you can see where I'm going with this," Arcturus continued. "I would like you to accompany me to the auction as my guest."

You felt a rush of surprise and gratitude wash over you. To be invited to such an exclusive event was an honor that few people ever experienced.

"I would be honored to join you," you said, trying to keep the excitement out of your voice.

"Good," Arcturus said, his tone firm. "But I must warn you, this will not be an easy task. The auction is filled with danger and intrigue, and we will be facing some very powerful and influential people. You must be prepared for anything."

You nodded, feeling a sense of determination set in. If Arcturus thought you were up to the challenge, then you were determined to prove him right.

"Thank you for this opportunity," you said, bowing respectfully.

Arcturus nodded, his expression unreadable. "Remember, the auction is not for the faint of heart. It will test your skills and your resolve. But if you succeed, the rewards will be worth it."

You left his room feeling a mix of excitement and apprehension. The thought of attending such an exclusive event was thrilling, but you couldn't help but wonder what kind of dangers lay ahead. Nevertheless, you were determined to face them head on and come out on top.