Chapter 57

Ren! Isolde beamed when Ren appeared in front of Ironto village.

Since Ren already defeated the Boss, each of them got their EXP rewards and gil, while they also got their body back without suffering the death penalty except maybe a glaring +1 HP on their Health Bar.

As soon as everyone was back in their avatars body, Ren messages them to meet in Ironto village to split the loots in their group inventory. It wasnt safe to talk about [Platinum Chest], especially since players from Poison Viper were still hovering near Venezia Village.

Geez, what took you so long? Leonel whined as he ran towards Ren. I thought you escaped with the loots.

Ragnar shook his head at Leonels words. Its in our group inventory. He cant retrieve it unless all of us approve. Didnt you read the guide?

Who cares about that serious stuff? Wheres the loot? Leonel rubbed his hands together, eyes s.h.i.+ning in excitement.

Lets open the chest in the inn just to be safe, said Ren.

Good idea. Isolde and the others then made their way inside Ironto Village and rented an inn.

In this way, other players wouldnt be able to hear their conversation inside the private rooms. And best of all, the players couldnt barge inside and eavesdrop on their conversation while their HP regenerated at the same time.

As soon as the door closed, the group huddled together on the round table and simultaneously opened the [Platinum Chest] and [Gold Chest].

[Gold Chest]

High Potion x10

Antidote x10

Black Silk Thread x10

RECIPES:

Dry Curry (Cooking)

Ultimate Curry (Cooking)

Grape Juice (Cooking)

Dark Javelin (Forging)

[Platinum Chest]

Black Carapace s.h.i.+eld x1

Spider Silk Suit x1

Ring of Darkvision x1

[Black Carapace s.h.i.+eld (Rare)

A dark s.h.i.+eld made from the Maiden of Agonys tough carapace.

a rare armor that could resist POISON when worn.

+5 HP, +3 DEF, +2 MDEF

Cla.s.s: Defender, Swordsman]

[ Spider Silk Suit (Rare)

a s.e.xy black body suit for females made from the Maiden of Agonys black silken thread.

a rare grade armor that grants its wearer extra movement speed and an ability to climb difficult surfaces, even hanging upside down without requiring any mana reduction.

+5 AGL

FEMALES only!

Cla.s.s: Hunter, Sniper ]

[ Ring of Darkvision (Rare)

a ring made from the Maiden of Agonys hard tendons twirled around a bright moonstone.

a rare grade accessory that grants its wearer vision ten meters into the dark

Cla.s.s: ALL ]

Whoa! Looked at all the items that we hauled from just getting firstblood! Leonel exclaimed, eyes sparkling with glee. This was the first time that he encountered a piece of Rare grade equipment, and it went without saying that the [Black Carapace s.h.i.+eld] belonged to him.

Its all worth the trouble, Isolde seconded, eyeing the [Spider Silk Suit].

Ragnars eyes squinted in dismay. The two of you only said that because the items are specially made to your cla.s.s and gender.

Ren was disappointed as well, but he didnt show it. He wanted a piece of equipment, too, so he could upgrade his armor and weapon. But if the rewards werent for him, then it wasnt for him. He could do nothing about it.

Anyway, he could just move to another dungeon until he stumbled upon a piece of equipment for him.

All he wanted was the [Black Silk Thread] since it was an item that could only be acquired by defeating the Maiden of Agony. [Black Silk Thread] was mainly used material in making armors. So it was best if he horde a lot of them this early on.

Besides, x10 of the said material was very generous. The drop rate for those were relatively low. About only 20 percent even if your LCK was high.

Maybe because they got firstblood?

Leonel and Isolde both deserved the equipment, while Ren gave the accessory to Ragnar.

Are you sure? Ragnar also wanted a piece of equipment, but he could do nothing about it if the rewards only fit certain members of the group.

Ren grabbed the ball of [Black Silken Thread] and inspected its quality. It was so soft to the touch like it would melt, and the color glossed over his fingers that he could see his reflection. Its fine. Im okay with this and the recipes.

Are you sure? Isolde felt somewhat guilty since Ren mostly defeated the Boss, yet he didnt get any equipment.

And just as she said so, she equipped her new armor, and her shabby beginners clothes were replaced by a black suit that hugged her body while intricate white armors like spiders bones followed the curved of her shoulders, knees, breast, and torso.

She looked stunning, and the suit really brought out her height and slim frame.

The three men nodded in appreciation.

Leonel grinned and gave his thumbs up. It looks good on you.

Isolde flung her hair to the side and beamed. Thanks.

Ren then looked at Isolde and Ragnar, while Leonel had puppy eyes and a goofy smile at his new piece of s.h.i.+eld.

Its totally fine. Ren shrugged. Theres nothing we can do if the Platinum chest only contained these items. I definitely cant use the s.h.i.+eld and that suit, so its best to give them to you. The ring is good and all, but I have no use for it. Ragnar can have it.

Isolde somewhat felt a little better when she noticed that Ren wasnt really interested in the items except for the materials and recipes.

If you wanted to hunt for equipment and go on another dungeon raid, then Ill help you, Isolde said, face beaming with eagerness.

Ren flashed a small smile. Thanks, then.

What are you going to do with that? Ragnar asked, eyeing the ball of thread on Rens hand.

Horde it. They will be useful later on.

Ragnar was already used to Ren speaking like he already knew the game, so he didnt comment further.

After dividing the [High Potion] and [Antidote] while Ren got most of it as compensation, the group discussed their next course of action.

Alright, on to the next adventure! I cant wait to try out my new s.h.i.+ed! Leonel was so excited as he flexed his s.h.i.+eld left and right.

Be careful with that. You might hurt yourself, Ragnar muttered.

Hurt? What kind of a Dwarf Defender would hurt himself with his own s.h.i.+eOw! Just as Leonel spoke, the s.h.i.+eld he held slipped from his hand and fell straight on his foot.

Oh right, it doesnt hurt. Leonel laughed when he only felt a slight tingle from his toes. Though the mental image and the pain of it made him yelp.

Ragnar just shook his head. A clumsy one, apparently.

Anyway, how about we go to another Isolde didnt finish her sentence when an incoming call popped on her screen.

Her eyes rounded when her fathers name appeared on the callers name.

Did the meeting already ended? Isolde thought to herself before rejecting the call.

It seemed like I had to log out. My father is calling me, and I have to take his call. It might be urgent, Isolde explained.

Leonel raffled his fringe as he released a big breath of air. Right . . . b.u.mmer. Me too . . . I also have to log out. A notification popped on my screen a while ago saying that I had to log out earlier because of the sudden influx of people who wanted to play the game in the caf.

He got too excited with the s.h.i.+eld that he completely forgot about it.

Ren looked over at Ragnar. It was kind of awkward if only the two of them played the game since they didnt know each other that well.

Ragnar read Rens mind as he said, I will going to grind solo and explore some areas first.

Ren masked his relief with an indifferent face. Is that so? Then I guess Ill be playing solo for a while too.

Leonel stared at Ren with big puppy eyes. Egh? Youll grind alone? Youll leave me behind? Rather, what caf are you in right now? Why isnt there an influx of players in your area?

Ren looked to the side and changed the topic. I will receive that notification too, so dont worry about me leaving you behind since Ill be logging out soon.

Is that so? Good then. What would you do without me tanking for you? Ill bet youll be dead within seconds out there.

Leonel coyly grinned while Ren just looked at him with dead eyes.

Eventually, Isolde and Leonel logged out while Ragnar went on his way, leaving Ren alone inside the inn.

Since he didnt get any equipment upgrade in his successful raid at Gargantuan Cave, Ren was thinking of another cave. Regular beasts and monsters didnt drop equipment, only materials, and items. Only in difficult quests, Boss fights, and Dungeon raids would those equipment fall in the form of a [Platinum Chest].

And since he was playing solo, Ren would use his hidden ident.i.ty and have Pii accompany him.

Dungeon required a specific number of players to enter. Ren looked at the [World Chat] to see if there was anyone who was looking for a member for a dungeon raid.

And just as he was about to press the [World Chat] icon, a message popped on his screen.

[Silvia: Are you free right now?]