"Saras Gayen! Are you reading those dusty old books again?" Nina Gayen's shout preceded her entrance as she banged open the door to her son's room. As she expected, she found Saras sitting on his bean bag, holding a paperback copy of World History: The Ancient Civilizations. She snatched the book from his hands and tossed it into the pile of other books covering a range of topics from politics to economics related to Earth. "Look at Ellie's daughter, Stivi. She has already reached Level 3 in the Dreamverse VR within two hours of its launch. Why are you still lounging at home?" "I am not lounging! I am studying History…" Saras protested, looking at the book pile before turning his gaze towards his mother. She stood with her hands on her hips, glaring at him as if he had committed a grave sin by not entering the game as soon as it was launched. "You are turning 25 this year. If you don't play the Dreamverse VR now and join a good guild, how will you find a wife?" Thus started his journey as he once again navigated the VR scene through the mysterious game Dreamverse VR that was said to hold the keys to Human Evolution.
Autumn Leaf Tavern, Rajni City -
"Team Leader Samar, these are the Players I invited to help us conquer the dungeon." Zorkan introduced, after explaining the backstory to Samar.
The Harbingers looked at Zorkan with displeasure and even Kross was looking at Zorkan with disapproval. He felt his friend had landed himself in hot water for no good reason. Even if he wanted to bring in Helpers, he should have consulted with Team Leader first.
After hearing Zorkan, Samar glanced at the Spearcer without showing his approval or disapproval for his actions.
Then he turned to the Party from New Era Guild with a neutral gaze and said,
"Harbingers do not need Helpers, Miss Kosumi; I am afraid your time has been wasted. Please enjoy our hospitality as compensation for your troubles."
Samar's words showed his confidence in the team but they sounded incredibly arrogant to the other members from New Era. They bristled with anger but Kosumi was calm.