Chapter 293

Chapter 293

"If you like this old, worn-out looking armor so much, why dont YOU wear it?!"

"After all the trouble of preparing it, youre throwing a fit? Oh, Ill wear it!"

I genuinely approached the bone armor, intending to try it on, but hesitated and stopped.

It certainly is old armor...

It was genuine armor that had been kept for hundreds of years. Kellibey had diligently maintained it, but the aged feeling couldnt be eradicated.

It even seemed to emit a musty odor. No wonder Evangeline feels disappointed.

"But! Dont you know about the ancient legends? The ancient legends!"

In a fantasy world like this, older items usually have stronger magical powers! Its a deeply rooted tradition here. Just try it on first! The performance will be superb!

"Ugh. I had high hopes. I really did."

Evangeline collapsed on the floor, sobbing and wailing. I awkwardly cleared my throat.

Sorry, but theres no way to obtain your final armor, [Snow White], until the second year.

Because it truly is beautiful, please just wait a little longer...

"Tsk tsk. I knew itd come to this."

While we were like this, Kellibey, who had been shaking his head from the back, brought something else from inside the blacksmith shop.

"Here, I made this helmet and cloak as a complimentary service. Try them on."

With Kellibey, Hannibal, Lucas, and me all helping, we got the sobbing Evangeline dressed in the armor.

"Ugh... *sniffle*."

Evangeline swallowed her tears and looked in the mirror.

The menacing appearance of the genuine armor was now partially hidden by the deep-red scale cloak that Kellibey added.

The helmet was made from dragon bone, with a wide white jaw that protected Evangelines small face.

Long red scales hung as decoration from the back of the helmet.

If made improperly, it might have looked grotesque and fierce, but the helmet, having passed through the hands of the elder dwarf blacksmith, had an air of vintage beauty.

Evangelines eyes widened as she twirled in front of the mirror. Kellibey smirked.

"Its a helmet and cloak made from the bone and scales of the red dragon sub-species, the same material as the genuine armor. How is it? Looks better now, right?"

Even though it was the same material, the helmet and cloak looked quite impressive. It really depends on the craftsman. I nodded in agreement.

"As expected, a full set of armor makes it look more legitimate."

Lucas and Kuilan chimed in from the side.

"It looks good."

"Its stylish, right?"

"*sniffle*."

While still sniffling, Evangeline continued to twist and turn in front of the mirror, examining the armors look.

Even though it was the same bone armor, the freshly white new shoulder armor and helmet added to it gave it a cohesive look.

It wasnt just lip service; it genuinely looked like a decent set.

Evangeline, peeking through her helmet, rolled her round eyes.

"Is it really okay...?"

"Yeah! It looks totally cool! Everyone agrees, right?"

As I sharply looked around, everyone hurriedly nodded in agreement.

"Now, lets give a round of applause to the blacksmith who prepared this fantastic set for us!"

As I aimed my arrow, Kellibey looked taken aback. However, when my party members began clapping in unison, his face soon beamed with satisfaction. This old man is so simple-minded.

"Hmm... Well... it doesnt seem too bad..."

Evangeline pouted her small lips. Whew, I somehow managed to impress her.

"And thats not all! Kellibey!"

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"Theres a high-level request only a master blacksmith like you can fulfill!"

I snatched Evangelines spear and shield and slammed them onto the workbench.

Evangeline seemed startled, but Kellibey, stroking his beard, grinned as if he had been waiting for this.

"Ive been waiting for this. Youre finally letting me handle these pieces of equipment."

From the moment he first saw them, Kellibey had been eyeing these two pieces of equipment.

[Cross Familys Spear (SR)] and [Cross Familys Shield (SR)].

They were Evangelines unique equipment that unleashed her special skill, [Crossroad].

Although she acquired the unique skill, the equipment hadnt truly unlocked its full potential.

Still, because of the excellent unique skill and the equipments durability, she kept using them. But, they were now tattered from countless fierce battles.

Coincidentally, Evangeline had reached level 50 and had awakened.

- A new location has been added.

> Forward Base Courtyard (New!)

Having the freedom to install a teleportation gate wherever I pleased was something unthinkable in the game.

But in this reality, I could exploit such strategies.

This is just the beginning.

By twisting and using every rule at my disposal, I was determined to reach the world after the clear.

Reaffirming my inner resolve, I looked around at my companions.

"Now, we can easily transport supplies and workers to and from here."

With a round of applause, I grinned widely.

"Lets officially start restoring the forward base!"

***

Since it was already late, we returned to Crossroad.

After feeding everyone a hearty meal and letting them rest, I embarked on a cart heading back to the city.

My destination was the Craftsmens Guild Workshop. I planned to hold a meeting with all the guild leaders.

While pondering the future course, I fiddled with the new equipment in my hand.

I had bought a total of 11 items from Nameless. I had distributed 10 of them among the members, and the remaining one was this.

A magic gun with an old-fashioned appearance. I twirled the gun in my hand, inspecting its specs.

[Agate (SSR) Lv.35]

- Type: Magic Gun

- Attack: 35-50

- Durability: 3/3

- Ammo: 3/3

- Leaves a mark on the target hit by a bullet. When allies attack a marked enemy, they deal extra damage.

- If the bullet hits an enemy within 3 meters of the user, it pushes them back 3 meters.

During the last stage, when I struggled against the werewolves, I felt the need to enhance my combat capabilities.

So, while shopping for equipment from Nameless, I grabbed this as soon as I saw it.

It can mark a target for concentrated attacks and even knock back enemies who get too close. The damage output might be slightly lacking, but its adequate for self-defense.

Also, there are three other items from the loot boxes.

One SSR-grade reward box and two SR-grade reward boxes from clearing stage 10.

When I opened them last night, I found these items:

[Rewards]

- Magic Armor (SSR)

- Suppressing Talisman (SR)

- Blazing Pendant (SR)

Magic Armor that converts a users magic into a protective barrier, a Suppressing Talisman that provides bonuses when casting CC (Crowd Control) skills, and a Blazing Pendant that gives a bonus to fire and explosive attacks.

These items seem to perfectly fit the Shadow Squad.

For Godhand, a mage who often engages in melee, the armor; for Bodybag who binds enemies with telekinesis, the talisman; and for Burnout, the explosive archer, the pendant. The equipment matched each member perfectly.

While attending the guild leaders meeting, I should also meet the Shadow Squad and hand these items over.

The Shadow Squad was currently stationed at the Alchemy Workshop.

Apparently, Godhands prosthetic hand had accumulated wear and tear from extended use and needed repairs.

Theyd worked hard for the Shadow Squad. And theyd keep working hard. They deserved good equipment.

Lost in such thoughts, I soon arrived at the Alchemy Workshop.

Huh.

I spotted Lilly and Godhand, seated side by side on a bench at the workshops entrance. They held hands and whispered to each other. They were quite openly dating now. Life seemed good for them, huh?

Still, since I secretly supported their relationship, I decided to wait for a while. They seemed to be having a sweet moment, and I didnt want to ruin it.

But their affections seemed endless, as they got closer and closer, their flushed faces inching toward a kiss.

Feeling a bit nauseous and my eyes burning with embarrassment, I impulsively leaned out of the cart and shouted, "Hey! Keep it decent in public!"

"Eek?!"

"Ah! My lord?!"

Startled by my outburst, Lilly and Godhand quickly separated and, flustered, greeted me. I gritted my teeth.

You two! While your lord is deeply engrossed in thoughts for the citys future, youre passionately romancing?!

... Well, romance could be the most constructive and productive of all pursuits! Right?!