Chapter 54: Exploring the dungeon part 3

[You have defeated an enemy]

[You have defeated an enemy]

[You have defeated an enemy]

The fight against the monsters in the castle had started several minutes ago and Alexander was keeping the pace quite well, although the amount of enemies was high, their defense was so weak that they fell with simple hits.

[You have used the combat skill: Lend him to me for a while.]

[You are using: Felix’s Taekwondo].

Alexander was doing several jumps all over the place while dodging the attacks of his opponents, he was currently fighting with a knight and a helmet-wearing warrior with lousy coordination. -I think they should go to couples therapy. -Mocking his rivals, Alexander throws several kicks to both of them, managing to defeat them.

[You have defeated an enemy]

[You have defeated an enemy]

-Well, those were the last ones... -With a tired face, Alexander decided to relax, while he saw his progress again.

[Enemies defeated: 26/100]

(Although the fights are quite demanding due to the amount of enemies, I must admit that it’s a great progress) -Feeling proud of himself, Alexander began to explore the new rooms of the dungeon.

-Let’s see, I already have three items, the golden feather, the purple leaf and the blue seeds. -Alexander counted the missing items to complete the mission. -But I still see no trace of a princess or a boss, with each new item I get I make several rooms of the castle are added, but none of the two have given a trace of life.

-Feeling dissatisfied Alexander decides to climb up to the highest part of the castle he had available. -Wow, it feels very real. -Alexander was instantly caught by the view, he was able to see a whole kingdom, with its houses, fathers and forests.

-Do you like the place? -But Alexander’s concentration was completely dispersed by someone’s voice. -I must admit that it is a beautiful kingdom. -A boy who was on the flagpole came down to talk to Alexander.

-Who are you? Are you also part of the system? -Alexander distrusting the boy decides to ask while using his ability.

[You have used the skill: Observe]

[Arthur Smith]-[Neutral]-[Group: None]-[Unique Ability: Perfect Points].

[Stats: Strength Rank B: 125 points, Intelligence Rank C+: 100 points, Speed Rank B+: 155 points, Defense Rank C: 75 points, Constitution Rank C: 73 points, Social Rank A: 205 points]

-System? What do you mean? -The boy approached Alexander with a smile and put his arm between his shoulders, I think you want to look trustworthy.

(What the hell are those stats? It’s the first time that the constitution and social points so high, but the strangest of all, is Smith surname, is he really a Smith just like Eva?) -Alexander for his part, was amazed, to see the stats and name of the boy, everything seems to indicate that he is related to Eva.

-Nothing, what are you doing here? How could you get in? -Alexander asked the boy, he had to know how he had entered here without the help of the system.

-You ask a lot of questions, you look like a guard, but I know you are not, you don’t fool me. -The boy answered Alexander with a smile on his face. -I’m here for the same reason you are, I’m here to steal this castle.

(Wait, what the fuck? What do you mean, steal?) -The boy’s answer left Alexander astonished, of all the answers he could hear, he didn’t expect a Smith to say that.

-I’m not stealing, and why would I do that? -Alexander answered the boy, who was looking at his clothes as if it were a spell. -Hey, your clothes are weird.

The boy completely ignored Alexander’s question and decided to continue playing with his clothes. -Okay, that’s enough, I’m leaving. -Angered by the boy’s attitude, Alexander prepares to go downstairs.

-Hey wait. -But, the boy stands in front of Alexander blocking his way. -How about we do it together? I mean, rob the castle. -The boy showed interest in cooperating with Alexander.

[A side mission has appeared]

[Side Mission: Impossible Love]-[Love is as sweet and delicate as a flower that sometimes we don’t notice when we break it. Help Arthur Smith to explore the whole castle until he finds what he is looking for, it should be noted that when enemies appear, Arthur and you will not be able to interact].

[Do you accept the mission: Yes/No].

Alexander who was thinking of rejecting the boy’s offer, is persuaded by a new mission that appears in front of his eyes, although he can reject it, he won’t be able to advance to the level he wants if he does.

-Shit, even though I don’t like working with thieves, I accept. -Seeing himself clearly unsatisfied, Alexander accepts the boy’s proposal.

[Congratulations]

[You have accepted the side mission]

[Arthur Smith is temporarily a member of your group]

-Great friend, what’s your name? Are you from around here? Your clothes are weird, you know? The boy looked extremely Felix-like as he walked down the stairs with Alexander.

-My name is Alexander and my clothes are not strange, it is the norm. -Alexander was irritated by the boy's comments, the boy was more annoyed than Charles when he started asking him questions.

-I see Alexander, my name is Arthur Morgan, the normal? Where do you come from is that normal? -The boy answered Alexander still curious about his clothes, Arthur was wearing clothes worthy of medieval times.

(Morgan? I’m sure your last name is Smith, why are you hiding it from me?) -Alexander looked at the boy with some distrust, if he lied in his own name then he can’t trust him.

The duo managed to go down the stairs and decided to enter the kitchen, which like every new area that Alexander had not explored, there were several enemies. -Be careful Arthur, they are…

Alexander was trying to give his partner a warning, but when he looks in his direction it’s as if he had frozen in time. -Did he just freeze? -Alexander, still in doubt inside, tries to touch the boy, but his arm simply passes through his body as if he were a ghost.

(This seems to be the work of the system, so let’s finish with this) -Alexander attacks against his opponents, because he had obtained several objects, his enemies had become stronger, but it is something he could not handle.

[You are using the combat skill: Synergy].

[You have used the combat skill: Knockout Points].

Several blows were aimed at three enemies which were not able to defend themselves, the combat seems to be dominated by Alexander.

[You have defeated an enemy]

[You have defeated an enemy]

[You have defeated an enemy]

(Okay, three down) -Feeling confident, Alexander prepares to strike the others, but a knight more burly than the others pushes him away in a big way.

[You have lost 13% health.]

[The combat skill “Adrenaline” will activate].

With a boost in his attack, Alexander hits the knight several times until he knocks him down.

[You have defeated an enemy]

-Okay, only two left. -Still feeling the adrenaline in his body, Alexander approaches the skeleton and knight to finish them off. -Why don’t they leave? -Alexander hits both of them at overwhelming speed until they both fall down.

[You have defeated an enemy]

[You have defeated an enemy]

[You have leveled up]

[Enemies Defeated: 31/100]

-Shit, I didn’t expect to level up, although I’m glad the fights are getting complicated.

-Wow! How the hell did you get there so fast, are you a mage? -Alexander’s thoughts were again interrupted by his companion, who magically returned to normal.

-I have fast feet. -Alexander was looking for an excuse to answer the boy who seemed to agree with her. -Well, I think this is the kitchen, do you think we should eat? -Somewhat hungry from all the searching, Alexander suggests satisfying himself a bit.

-That’s fine with me. -Accepting his partner’s proposal, Arthur and Alexander decide to eat. -Fuck it’s so good!

The duo had been sitting for several minutes, but Alexander’s stomach seemed bottomless, he had never eaten anything so delicious in his life. -Fuck, if I keep eating I’ll get fat, wait I can’t, thanks to the system!

-Fuck… I’m full. -Alexander touched his satisfied stomach as he spoke. -Hahaha, you eat quite a lot, haven’t you ever eaten the real food? -Arthur laughed at his companion, not expecting him to have such an appetite.

-No, I don’t usually eat this. -Alexander answered truthfully and then got up and went to the back of the kitchen. -Well, here’s another one. -Alexander took out his letter and noticed a very similar pot, so he held it up.

[Congratulations]

[You have found the item: royal pot]

[As you have obtained the fourth item, you will be able to access more places in the dungeon.]

[The power of the enemies will grow from now on]

-Great, I’m getting closer and closer. -Feeling better than ever, Alexander decides to take Arthur back outside. -Hey how about we go to the garden? -Arthur points to the place while looking at Alexander.

(The garden? It’s a new area, but it looks like it was always there for him) -Seeing the odd behavior of his companion both enter the garden, maybe there he will find the flower he couldn’t get before.

-Wow, it’s beautiful. -Alexander as always was caught by the beautiful place and walks until he is caught by a melody which came from a violin. -Hey Arthur, do you hear that…? -Alexander was trying to ask his companion, but he was running in the direction of the sound.

-Hey wait. -Alexander decided to follow his partner to see who was responsible for such a beautiful melody, apparently a girl with an elegant light blue dress, was playing the instrument.

[Congratulations]

-Agnes over here! -Arthur shouted to the girl who heard the shouts and looked in the direction of the duo.

-Oh, it’s you Arthur! -The girl answered the boy with a beautiful smile.

[You have found Princess Agnes Bromck!]