Aim the Deepest Part of the Different World Labyrinth (WN) c7

異世界迷宮の最深部を目指そう

Chapter 7 – Preparations for Level Up

MTL: uniquegasuki
Editor/ Proofreader: (not proofread)

The sun is setting as I stop reading to ask the librarian a question.

Every now and then someone would stop reading to ask the librarian a question. I follow their lead and try to ask a question without being suspicious.

After a few hours of reading I had gathered a lot of information.
From the books, I became aware of this world’s basic history. I had studied this world’s modern penmans.h.i.+p, job occupations, and learned about the people’s daily life. Above all else this library has numerous amounts of information on the labyrinth and adventurers. (T/N: thank goodness author didn’t go into detail)

I precede to the address that I got from the librarian. I arrived at the place where I can exchange things for money.

When no one was looking I retrieved the leather bag from my 『belongings』 and hung it around my hip.
While I was at the library, I was unable to learn more about the 『display』 or 『belongings』 system. There is a high possibility that only I possess it; and, that is way I thought to hide it.

I enter inside. This place looks similar to a curio shop from my home world. There are antiques and junk scattered around.
I call out to the shopkeeper who is plump man.

「I know it’s late, but do you mind exchange this from money?」 (Kanami)

I politely start the conversation.
From the beginning my intent is to not take this conversation lightly. I’m here to get money, information gathering can wait. There is no need to take any unnecessary risk.

「Hmm, sure. Let me have a look.」 (male shopkeeper)
「Yes.」 (Kanami)

The shopkeeper respond right away. So, this place isn’t unusual afterall.

――Belongings

Paralysis Needle 1      Antidote 2      Polish (鑢) 1      Ooria’s Longsword 1

Common Arrow 1      Lighter 1      Smartphone 1      Pebble 4

First, I retrieve the 12 ‘rank 10 magic stones’ from my 『belongings』; I pretended that I had taken them out from the leather bag around my hip. Next, I place the magic stones on the counter in front of the shopkeeper.

「Oh, ‘young’ magic stones. I’ll pay 1 copper per stone.」 (male shopkeeper)
「Okay, I understood. Please do.」 (Kanami)

From the start, the shopkeeper had no intentions to negotiate; after hearing the man’s straightforward way of speaking, Kanami gave an immediate reply.

「Here, 12 copper coins. Do you have a certificate?」 (male shopkeeper)

「Well then, place your finger right here.」 (male shopkeeper)

The shopkeeper points to some black ink and blank paper.
I’m surprised he asked for a certificate. It seems that it is unavoidable. As I make a fingerprint, I thought, 「In my home world, how many years ‘before the common era’ did people start using fingerprints?」; I found this situation usual.

「You don’t have a certificate but you went to the labyrinth; are you a foreigner?」 (male shopkeeper)

It is possible that the shopkeeper finds me suspicious because of my awkward expression. If he hears my answer, he might start to doubt me.

「Err, this is the first time I have been to the labyrinth. I heard about the labyrinth and came here from a far away country.」 (Kanami)
「Oh, is this your first caught? Not bad. So, where are you from?」 (male shopkeeper)

Not bad, huh. Although, I’m sad that most of these were looted from corpses. The ordinary conversation wasn’t bad, because I had already secured the needed information about what to say while I was at the library. (T/N: beware the small talk)

I established that my home country is in a remote country. In addition, it’s a minor country even among the remote countries. If I remember correctly, the place is 『Fania (ファニア)』.

「It is quite far away. The place is called Fania; have you heard of it?」 (Kanami)
「Fania, huh? I don’t know the details, but I have heard of it once. You sure have come a long distances. What kind of place is Fania?」 (Shopkeeper)

What an usual amount of free time this person has. I thought small talk happened before the business transaction.

「There isn’t much to speak of. Aside from that, do you know a good place to stay?」 (Kanami)

「Is that so?」 (Kanami)

It is expensive to live in this country, Fuuzuyaazu.
I had a vague a.s.sumption from when I talked with that guard.

「It seems that they only let selected people enter this country. Fuuzuyaazu is the most affluent looking country. You’re the first person I’ve met in this country that seems uninformed. Although this country has good public order the prices are high. Afterall, it is a knight country with the showy n.o.bles at the center.」 (male shopkeeper)
「I see……」 (Kanami)

It was a coincidence that I happen to arrive in 『Fuuzuyaazu』. Although, whether this place is a good or a bad country, I don’t know.
So is this a country made for rich people?

「To be honest, without having money in Fuuzuyaazu it will be difficult to explore the labyrinth. The few copper coins you earned is only enough for one meal. That is why to stay in Fuuzuyaazu one needs to be an adventurer who is able to gain a high income from exploring the labyrinth.」 (male shopkeeper)

「I don’t know about the surcharges, but compared to the neighbouring countries the lodgings in Fuuzuyaazu can cost up to a several hundred copper coins more.」

「This is a country where people will carry around gold coins without a second thought. It’s unfortunate that you have no money. Today you will have to sleep outside near the 『kokusen line (魔石線ライン)』. Tomorrow you should go east to 『Varuto (ヴァルト)』. The public order in that country is somewhat bad, but it’s a suitable place to explore the labyrinth. You should be able to find a place to stay there for several coppers coins.」 (male shopkeeper)

I want to refrain from sleeping on the streets. I’m already mentally exhausted, and I don’t want to think about the stress it will leave me with. The conditions for the 『???』 skill to go out of control is already known. Although, the effects were helpful a number of times, I have a bad premonition about it.

Furthermore, the place called the 『kokusen line』, I don’t quite understand the details; and, I wasn’t able to learn anything further from the library about the 『maryoku magic stone line』. Besides, I rather not sleep out in the open as the shopkeeper had suggested.

In other words, today, I can’t be frugal in trying to make money.
I wonder why the shopkeeper was willing to give a beginner like me advice?

「Eh, err, well, do you mind taking a look at my other belongings? How valuable are these……」 (male shopkeeper)

「Yes……」 (Kanami)

Afterwards, I exited the shop and retrieved the longsword from my 『belongings』. I thought about say that a friend had entrusted it to me, but that sounds suspicious. However, the shopkeeper didn’t enquire more about the sword. Perhaps, in this world the other people do not possess a 『personal effect』 system nor do they have magic tools.

I only left myself the bare minimum that was needed, and exchanged the rest for money.

――Belongings

Water Pouch 2      Hemostasis Medicine 2      Oil 2      Antidote 2
Lighter 1      Smartphone 1      Pebble 4      Twig 1――

I currently have 100 copper coins and 10 silver coins in my 『belongings』. It is all thanks to the longsword and the two rank 9 magic stones that I had. (T/N: yes, I know it says Copper Coins 21 above)

After getting a bit of hope I walked around Fuuzuyaazu in search for a cheap place to stay.

I didn’t procedure a extravagant lodging; I rented a single room. Because the lodging includes dinner and breakfast, I went to the dining room. The meal is served as a buffet, and there are numerous peculiar dishes. I’m embarra.s.sed by not knowing their table manners; so, I asked one of the employee. Because of the cost to stay at the inn is high the employee politely taught me.

Honestly, the meal was unappetising.
Compared to my home world this food is worlds apart. None of it was tasteful. There was something like mash potatoes, and the main dish was a loaf of bread.

I finish my meal and return to the room I rented.

Confronted by this fact I became lightheaded. I take a deep breath to calm my spirit. (T/N: the protagonist is a whiny little b***h)

「I’m tired……」 (Kanami)

I fall into the hard bed with my equipment on.

This is the first break I had taken today.

Relax.

Suddenly, I remember that I have 『forgot my priorities』.

If this was my normal train of thought, I would have thought this day was strange. There are numerous things worth questioning.
And, without an answer I found it all unsettling.

Why did this all happen?
What did I do? When I awoken in the labyrinth, I was attacked by a monster. There is magic. And, this world is more or less similar to a RPG video game. Is something toying with me? I almost bleed to death. I looted corpse like a common bandit. There are too many things to ponder about, but I must continue to live on. Although, I’m unsatisfied with the current circ.u.mstances. What exactly is this world? Where is my home world? Where is my family? I may not have parents, but I do have a 『younger sister』. Did I suddenly vanish from my home world? Has my sister been left all alone? Is there, is there no method for me to return home? I won’t be able to get-up early to make breakfast for two tomorrow. I have slipped into this fictional like world. Every time this 『display』 pop-up I feel a nauseating sickness. How is this video game like status and system appearing in my eye? To what extent had my brain been tempered with? I’m overcome with an overwhelming sense of fear. I’m sure that I’m able to communicate with the people of this world. It is as if, I’m watching a Hollywood movie that is dubbed in j.a.panese. Although it sounds impossible, it very handy. I’m joking. It makes me want to vomit. This is a joke that had became a sick joke. It is nauseating. And, I can’t take a shower. s.h.i.+T, THIS MAKES ME ANGRY, HAHA, HA―― (T/N: sigh)

――Skill 『???』 is out of control.

Confusion has been corrected by +1.00――

The display disappears.
And, the raging blaze in my head is instantly extinguish.

Haha, I’ve done it again.

But, I couldn’t help it.

I need to take measures to understand my current circ.u.mstance.

The only thing I can do for now is to repeating this over and over to myself.
Currently, the most important thing for me to do right now is rest my body.

Even a child can die.

I rest my tired brain.
And, I sleep like a baby.

I fall into the abyss of darkness.

It is a jet-black world.

Although, I slept for a few hours it felt like a few minutes.
And thus, I fell asleep.

「Wake Up!」 (???)

I had the air knocked out of my lungs.
My stomach is flattened and I awaken in pain.

「Hey, hurry up, please wake up. Hurry, hurry!」 (???)

I hear a voice.

Of this I’m certain……

「Ah…… your……」 (Kanami)

As I open my eyes, I confirm the owner of the voice.
Unless I’m hallucinating this person is.

「I have brought something good; so, please wake up.」 (???)

The voice belongs to the eerie girl I met inside the labyrinth. If I recall, her name is Lastiara (ラスティアラ).
She isn’t wearing the armor that she worn in the labyrinth. Lastiara is wearing casual clothes made of white silk.

Anyhow, this girl is firmly pressing down my stomach.

I can’t wrap my mind around the current circ.u.mstances. Although, I originally never understood what was happening to begin with; but, I’m still able to conversate normally.

「This here is my room……」 (Kanami)

For the time being I criticize the intruder to see what happens. By the way, I don’t know if trespa.s.sing is considered a crime is this world.

「Oh, ooh, amazing. You aren’t surprise in this situation.」 (Lastiara)
「I sure am surprised, but it just hasn’t caught up to me.」 (Kanami)

Although the girl is smaller than me, I speak to her politely.
I don’t know who she is, but it is highly likely that she is the daughter of an upper cla.s.s family that is somehow related to this labyrinth.

「Really? Well, I’m very worried, you know. You are level 1, and you can level-up.」 (Lastiara)

Lastiara looks delighted as she speaks.
I find the enjoyment that gleams from her eyes terrifying. Her eyes that are about the size of a ping-pong-ball has the hollow gaze of a dead fish. I’m freaked out by her eyes that don’t become focus. (T/N: she sounds hot)

「Are you a person that can see levels?」 (Kanami)

I gave her an indifferent response.

By the way, in this world, levels and understanding of levels is common knowledge. At the library there are many books that describe level and status. And, it is written that selected people are able to see levels.
However, being selected as one of G.o.d’s chosen people leaves me uneasy.

「Eh, in this world……, if a person is lucky they will possess the ability. Although, if a devoted person trains for a long time, they can obtain the ability. A public inst.i.tution, the church is in charge of level-ups; it is performed by a priest. By the way, I’m the former type.」 (Lastiara)

Lastiara causally talks about the things that I wanted to know about. She talked to me as if, I was naturally inexperience about this world. And, 「in this world」, is this something a person would normally say.

I’m so surprised by everything that it takes my breath away.
I try my best to select the right words to say.

「I didn’t know, thank you very much. However, why are you telling me this. I don’t know who you are. Must I call someone to sent you away.」 (Kanami)
「Hold on a moment. No need to be worried. I came here to help you, because you have ama.s.s an excess amount of EXP. I’m here in good will.」 (Lastiara)

She over exaggerates by raises both her arms to express that she came here with good intentions. (T/N: that’s alright with me)

「I refuse. I have already researched it at the library and I’m aware of the church’s location.」 (Kanami)

I coldly refuse her.
There is no need for me to be modest; I want this suspicious person to leave. To me, leveling up is an important event.

「Eh, eheh……」 (Lastiara)

On my reply, Lastiara shoulders slump downwards.

「Now, please leave.」 (Kanami)
「normally it would have been…… this reaction is light, meh……」 (Lastiara)

The Lastiara who has become timid begins to mumble something. It seems that our interaction had turned out different than she expected.

However, Lastaria looks toward me with a determined expression.

「Alright then, coercion it is.」 (Lastaria)

She makes the best smile I’ve seen today.

I look into her eyes. The impression I get from them haven’t changed at all. How can those deep gold pupils be so terrifying.
Scary. I think this girl is a monster pretending to be a human. No matter how much I find her face beautiful, I don’t see the warmth of a person in her expression. I only see the eyes of a cold blooded predator.

Although my body is overcome with fear, I somehow gather the strength to raise from the bed.
In response Lastiara began an incantation.

「『destable wooden box』『soundless sky、songless』『unbind……――」 (Lastiara)

Lastiara waves her hand as she recites the magic.
As quickly as I could, I went for the exit. There is no advantage for me to confront this person alone; therefore, I need a third party to intervene. My first priority is to exit this room.

While she is preoccupied with using magic, this is the best time for me to make my exit. I place my hand on the doork.n.o.b of the exit; It w――on’t move.
The doork.n.o.b won’t budge. The 『magic』 had solidified the doork.n.o.b when a purple light was emitted from it.

I pound on the door to request for help. (T/N: she really wants him)

「Someone――Hel!」 (Kanami)
「The room has been soundproofed. Just accept it and quiet down.」 (Lastiara)

Lastiara had approached my back without me noticing. From behind me, she reach to my throat and strokes it.
Immediately, I brush away her hand. I noticed that my throat emitted a purple light; it was the same magic used on the doork.n.o.b. From my throat I feel an usual chill.

「――(ah)!」 (Kanami)

No sounds come out from my throat.
Lastiara confirms this by placing her hand on my throat once more. I prepare myself to grab her wrist and twist it behind her back.

In that moment I’m thrown into the air.
Below me I see the top of Lastiara’s head. And then, I understood. When I had grabbed her wrist, she had reversal the grip and threw me. There is no way a girl that weighs about 50 kilos could have that sort of strength.

I quickly calm my mind as I’m rotating in the air. I concentrate and try to perform an ukemi. Beforehand, I had readied myself for anything that might happen.
I graze the ceiling and crash onto the floor. Luckily, I was able to plant both my legs and right arm on the ground to break my fall. The pain from the impact causes my face to warp. Lastiara draws closer to me.

I prepare to retrieve the knife from my 『belongings』. Lastiara will soon see the surprising turn of events. I immediately grin, because from out of nowhere something appeared from my hand.

But, I stop myself as she had moved closer to me knowing that I would use a knife on her. I take out a water pouch from my 『belongings』 to blind her.

Lastiara had antic.i.p.ated my counterattack. She knocks away the water pouch and swiftly brushes away the knife with her foot.

As she held down my head, Lastiara recites magic.
I sense a purple light from my body, and I become unable to move.

「Oh, an ukemi, how nice. Your judgement is also good. Amazing. It is hard to believe your a level 1.」 (Lastiara)

I was unable to do anything against her, and yet she is impressed.
She continues to talks as if she’s surprised.

「This is something that can’t be expressed with a 『numerical value』. Definitely amazing. Not to mention, your strength and agility is only 1/10 of my own. Despite that, you were able to perform an ukemi. If I didn’t have magic, it would have been trouble for me.」 (Lastiara)

I can’t reply nor can I retort.
In this situation I can’t even feel anxious.

「There is no need to worry. You might not believe me, but I have no ill intent towards you. I’m here to help you level up, truthfully.」 (Lastiara)

While saying so, Lastiara gets on the back of me who is groveling on the floor and unable to move. She retrieves a worn out book from her bosom.

「Now then, the level up incantation was…… 『carefully reflect――」 (Lastiara)

Lastiara began to recite the incantation. From both our body a white light leaks out.

「――the existence in oneself, come forth』, and that’s all.」 (Lastiara)

As soon as the magic ends I level up. Lastiara wasn’t lying.

「You are 『the one I’ve chosen』, therefore it’s embarra.s.sing having you walk around as a level 1. With such low status, what if something happens to you? It more than just about appearances. Now, I can have peace mind.」 (Lastiara)

Her task is finish. She wipes a single drop of sweat from her brow, and moves towards the window in the room.

「Well now, because there are people frantically searching for me, I will kindly leave.」 (Lastiara)

Lastiara jumps out of the window.

By the way, I’m unable to move my body.
I watch the tempest of trouble, Lastiara leave. I check my status.

――Status

Level 4

Intelligence 6.09      Maryoku 8.08      Potential 7.00

EXP: 127/800
Equipment: Otherworld clothing――

――Bonus points 3

Generated――

What is this……

It seems that the girl, Lastiara, had no ill intent towards me. However, for now I’m unwilling to accept this egoistic person.

Although, the matter is insignificant I’m still cautious of her.

Afterall, I had paid the high fee to rent this room, and yet, I’m sleeping on the cold floor.

The day ends.

――Status

Level 4

Intelligence 6.09      Maryoku 8.08      Potential 7.00

EXP : 127/800――

Innate Skill      Swordsmans.h.i.+p 1.01      Ice magic 2.00
Secondary Skill      Dimension magic 5.01

――Magic

Dimension magic : Dimension 1.01――

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That is why to stay in Fuuzuyaazu one needs to be an adventurer who is able to gain a high income from exploring the labyrinth.u300d (male shopkeeper)nu300cIs that so? ...... By the way, how much more does it cost to rent a room is this country compared to the other countries?u300d (Kanami)nu300cI don't know about the surcharges, but compared to the neighbouring countries the lodgings in Fuuzuyaazu can cost up to a several hundred copper coins more.u300dnu300cS, several hundred...... uh!?u300d (Kanami)nu300cThis is a country where people will carry around gold coins without a second thought. It's unfortunate that you have no money. Today you will have to sleep outside near the u300ekokusen line (u9b54u77f3u7ddau30e9u30a4u30f3)u300f. Tomorrow you should go east to u300eVaruto (u30f4u30a1u30ebu30c8)u300f. The public order in that country is somewhat bad, but it's a suitable place to explore the labyrinth. You should be able to find a place to stay there for several coppers coins.u300d (male shopkeeper)nnI want to refrain from sleeping on the streets. I'm already mentally exhausted, and I don't want to think about the stress it will leave me with. The conditions for the u300e???u300f skill to go out of control is already known. Although, the effects were helpful a number of times, I have a bad premonition about it.nnFurthermore, the place called the u300ekokusen lineu300f, I don't quite understand the details; and, I wasn't able to learn anything further from the library about the u300emaryoku magic stone lineu300f. Besides, I rather not sleep out in the open as the shopkeeper had suggested.nnIn other words, today, I can't be frugal in trying to make money.nI wonder why the shopkeeper was willing to give a beginner like me advice?nnu300cEh, err, well, do you mind taking a look at my other belongings? How valuable are these......u300d (male shopkeeper)nu300cHmm, you still have more. Show them all to me.u300d (male shopkeeper)nu300cYes......u300d (Kanami)nnAfterwards, I exited the shop and retrieved the longsword from my u300ebelongingsu300f. I thought about say that a friend had entrusted it to me, but that sounds suspicious. However, the shopkeeper didn't enquire more about the sword. Perhaps, in this world the other people do not possess a u300epersonal effectu300f system nor do they have magic tools.nnI only left myself the bare minimum that was needed, and exchanged the rest for money.nn nnu25c6u25c6u25c6nn nnu2015u2015BelongingsnSilver Coins 10 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Copper Coins 21 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Iron Knife 1 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Dried Meat 3nWater Pouch 2 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Hemostasis Medicine 2 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Oil 2 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Antidote 2nLighter 1 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Smartphone 1 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Pebble 4 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Twig 1u2015u2015nnI currently have 100 copper coins and 10 silver coins in my u300ebelongingsu300f. It is all thanks to the longsword and the two rank 9 magic stones that I had. (T/N: yes, I know it says Copper Coins 21 above)nnAfter getting a bit of hope I walked around Fuuzuyaazu in search for a cheap place to stay.nnI didn't procedure a extravagant lodging; I rented a single room. Because the lodging includes dinner and breakfast, I went to the dining room. The meal is served as a buffet, and there are numerous peculiar dishes. I'm embarra.s.sed by not knowing their table manners; so, I asked one of the employee. Because of the cost to stay at the inn is high the employee politely taught me.nnHonestly, the meal was unappetising.nCompared to my home world this food is worlds apart. None of it was tasteful. There was something like mash potatoes, and the main dish was a loaf of bread.nnI finish my meal and return to the room I rented.nIt is a simple room. If I were to grade the room, I would call it unhygienic. However, it seems that in this world this is a first-cla.s.s room.nConfronted by this fact I became lightheaded. I take a deep breath to calm my spirit. (T/N: the protagonist is a whiny little b***h)nnu300cI'm tired......u300d (Kanami)nnI fall into the hard bed with my equipment on.nnThis is the first break I had taken today.nnRelax.nnSuddenly, I remember that I have u300eforgot my prioritiesu300f.nnIf this was my normal train of thought, I would have thought this day was strange. There are numerous things worth questioning.nAnd, without an answer I found it all unsettling.nnWhy did this all happen?nWhat did I do? When I awoken in the labyrinth, I was attacked by a monster. There is magic. And, this world is more or less similar to a RPG video game. Is something toying with me? I almost bleed to death. I looted corpse like a common bandit. There are too many things to ponder about, but I must continue to live on. Although, I'm unsatisfied with the current circ.u.mstances. What exactly is this world? Where is my home world? Where is my family? I may not have parents, but I do have a u300eyounger sisteru300f. Did I suddenly vanish from my home world? Has my sister been left all alone? Is there, is there no method for me to return home? I won't be able to get-up early to make breakfast for two tomorrow. I have slipped into this fictional like world. Every time this u300edisplayu300f pop-up I feel a nauseating sickness. How is this video game like status and system appearing in my eye? To what extent had my brain been tempered with? I'm overcome with an overwhelming sense of fear. I'm sure that I'm able to communicate with the people of this world. It is as if, I'm watching a Hollywood movie that is dubbed in j.a.panese. Although it sounds impossible, it very handy. I'm joking. It makes me want to vomit. This is a joke that had became a sick joke. It is nauseating. And, I can't take a shower. s.h.i.+T, THIS MAKES ME ANGRY, HAHA, HAu2015u2015 (T/N: sigh)nnu2015u2015Skill u300e???u300f is out of control.nA certain amount of emotion has been converted to stabilize mental state.nConfusion has been corrected by +1.00u2015u2015nnThe display disappears.nAnd, the raging blaze in my head is instantly extinguish.nnHaha, I've done it again.nnBut, I couldn't help it.nnI need to take measures to understand my current circ.u.mstance.nI'll try my best.nThe only thing I can do for now is to repeating this over and over to myself.nCurrently, the most important thing for me to do right now is rest my body.nnEven a child can die.nnI rest my tired brain.nAnd, I sleep like a baby.nnI fall into the abyss of darkness.nAs I didn't dream, I'm wrapped in a room of darkness.nIt is a jet-black world.nnAlthough, I slept for a few hours it felt like a few minutes.nAnd thus, I fell asleep.nn nnu25c6u25c6u25c6u25c6u25c6nn nnu300cWake Up!u300d (???)nnI had the air knocked out of my lungs.nMy stomach is flattened and I awaken in pain.nnu300cHey, hurry up, please wake up. Hurry, hurry!u300d (???)nnI hear a voice.nIt is high pitch, and it sounds childish.nOf this I'm certain......nnu300cAh...... your......u300d (Kanami)nnAs I open my eyes, I confirm the owner of the voice.nUnless I'm hallucinating this person is.nnu300cI have brought something good; so, please wake up.u300d (???)nnThe voice belongs to the eerie girl I met inside the labyrinth. If I recall, her name is Lastiara (u30e9u30b9u30c6u30a3u30a2u30e9).nShe isn't wearing the armor that she worn in the labyrinth. Lastiara is wearing casual clothes made of white silk.nnAnyhow, this girl is firmly pressing down my stomach.nnI can't wrap my mind around the current circ.u.mstances. Although, I originally never understood what was happening to begin with; but, I'm still able to conversate normally.nnu300cThis here is my room......u300d (Kanami)nnFor the time being I criticize the intruder to see what happens. By the way, I don't know if trespa.s.sing is considered a crime is this world.nnu300cOh, ooh, amazing. You aren't surprise in this situation.u300d (Lastiara)nu300cI sure am surprised, but it just hasn't caught up to me.u300d (Kanami)nnAlthough the girl is smaller than me, I speak to her politely.nI don't know who she is, but it is highly likely that she is the daughter of an upper cla.s.s family that is somehow related to this labyrinth.nnu300cReally? Well, I'm very worried, you know. You are level 1, and you can level-up.u300d (Lastiara)nnLastiara looks delighted as she speaks.nI find the enjoyment that gleams from her eyes terrifying. Her eyes that are about the size of a ping-pong-ball has the hollow gaze of a dead fish. I'm freaked out by her eyes that don't become focus. (T/N: she sounds hot)nnu300cAre you a person that can see levels?u300d (Kanami)nnI gave her an indifferent response.nnBy the way, in this world, levels and understanding of levels is common knowledge. At the library there are many books that describe level and status. And, it is written that selected people are able to see levels.nHowever, being selected as one of G.o.d's chosen people leaves me uneasy.nnu300cEh, in this world......, if a person is lucky they will possess the ability. Although, if a devoted person trains for a long time, they can obtain the ability. A public inst.i.tution, the church is in charge of level-ups; it is performed by a priest. By the way, I'm the former type.u300d (Lastiara)nnLastiara causally talks about the things that I wanted to know about. She talked to me as if, I was naturally inexperience about this world. And, u300cin this worldu300d, is this something a person would normally say.nnI'm so surprised by everything that it takes my breath away.nI try my best to select the right words to say.nnu300cI didn't know, thank you very much. However, why are you telling me this. I don't know who you are. Must I call someone to sent you away.u300d (Kanami)nu300cHold on a moment. No need to be worried. I came here to help you, because you have ama.s.s an excess amount of EXP. I'm here in good will.u300d (Lastiara)nnShe over exaggerates by raises both her arms to express that she came here with good intentions. (T/N: that's alright with me)nnu300cI refuse. I have already researched it at the library and I'm aware of the church's location.u300d (Kanami)nnI coldly refuse her.nThere is no need for me to be modest; I want this suspicious person to leave. To me, leveling up is an important event.nnu300cEh, eheh......u300d (Lastiara)nnOn my reply, Lastiara shoulders slump downwards.nnu300cNow, please leave.u300d (Kanami)nu300cnormally it would have been...... this reaction is light, meh......u300d (Lastiara)nnThe Lastiara who has become timid begins to mumble something. It seems that our interaction had turned out different than she expected.nAnd thus, in silence I firmly stay by my decision for her to leave.nHowever, Lastaria looks toward me with a determined expression.nnu300cAlright then, coercion it is.u300d (Lastaria)nnShe makes the best smile I've seen today.nnI look into her eyes. The impression I get from them haven't changed at all. How can those deep gold pupils be so terrifying.nScary. I think this girl is a monster pretending to be a human. No matter how much I find her face beautiful, I don't see the warmth of a person in her expression. I only see the eyes of a cold blooded predator.nnAlthough my body is overcome with fear, I somehow gather the strength to raise from the bed.nIn response Lastiara began an incantation.nnu300cu300edestable wooden boxu300fu300esoundless skyu3001songlessu300fu300eunbindu2026u2026u2015u2015u300d (Lastiara)nnLastiara waves her hand as she recites the magic.nAs quickly as I could, I went for the exit. There is no advantage for me to confront this person alone; therefore, I need a third party to intervene. My first priority is to exit this room.nnWhile she is preoccupied with using magic, this is the best time for me to make my exit. I place my hand on the doork.n.o.b of the exit; It wu2015u2015on't move.nThe doork.n.o.b won't budge. The u300emagicu300f had solidified the doork.n.o.b when a purple light was emitted from it.nnI pound on the door to request for help. (T/N: she really wants him)nnu300cSomeoneu2015u2015Hel!u300d (Kanami)nu300cThe room has been soundproofed. Just accept it and quiet down.u300d (Lastiara)nnLastiara had approached my back without me noticing. From behind me, she reach to my throat and strokes it.nImmediately, I brush away her hand. I noticed that my throat emitted a purple light; it was the same magic used on the doork.n.o.b. From my throat I feel an usual chill.nnu300cu2015u2015(ah)!u300d (Kanami)nnNo sounds come out from my throat.nLastiara confirms this by placing her hand on my throat once more. I prepare myself to grab her wrist and twist it behind her back.nnIn that moment I'm thrown into the air.nBelow me I see the top of Lastiara's head. And then, I understood. When I had grabbed her wrist, she had reversal the grip and threw me. There is no way a girl that weighs about 50 kilos could have that sort of strength.nnI quickly calm my mind as I'm rotating in the air. I concentrate and try to perform an ukemi. Beforehand, I had readied myself for anything that might happen.nI graze the ceiling and crash onto the floor. Luckily, I was able to plant both my legs and right arm on the ground to break my fall. The pain from the impact causes my face to warp. Lastiara draws closer to me.nnI prepare to retrieve the knife from my u300ebelongingsu300f. Lastiara will soon see the surprising turn of events. I immediately grin,u00a0because from out of nowhere something appeared from my hand.nnBut, I stop myself as she had moved closer to me knowing that I would use a knife on her. I take out a water pouch from my u300ebelongingsu300f to blind her.nnLastiara had antic.i.p.ated my counterattack. She knocks away the water pouch and swiftly brushes away the knife with her foot.nnAs she held down my head, Lastiara recites magic.nI sense a purple light from my body, and I become unable to move.nnu300cOh, an ukemi, how nice. Your judgement is also good. Amazing. It is hard to believe your a level 1.u300d (Lastiara)nnI was unable to do anything against her, and yet she is impressed.nShe continues to talks as if she's surprised.nnu300cThis is something that can't be expressed with a u300enumerical valueu300f. Definitely amazing. Not to mention, your strength and agility is only 1/10 of my own. Despite that, you were able to perform an ukemi. If I didn't have magic, it would have been trouble for me.u300d (Lastiara)nnI can't reply nor can I retort.nIn this situation I can't even feel anxious.nnu300cThere is no need to worry. You might not believe me, but I have no ill intent towards you. I'm here to help you level up, truthfully.u300d (Lastiara)nnWhile saying so, Lastiara gets on the back of me who is groveling on the floor and unable to move. She retrieves a worn out book from her bosom.nnu300cNow then, the level up incantation was...... u300ecarefully reflectu2015u2015u300d (Lastiara)nnLastiara began to recite the incantation. From both our body a white light leaks out.nnu300cu2015u2015the existence in oneself, come forthu300f, and that's all.u300d (Lastiara)nnAs soon as the magic ends I level up. Lastiara wasn't lying.nnu300cYou are u300ethe one I've chosenu300f, therefore itu2019s embarra.s.sing having you walk around as a level 1. With such low status, what if something happens to you? It more than just about appearances. Now, I can have peace mind.u300d (Lastiara)nnHer task is finish. She wipes a single drop of sweat from her brow, and moves towards the window in the room.nnu300cWell now, because there are people frantically searching for me, I will kindly leave.u300d (Lastiara)nnLastiara jumps out of the window.nnBy the way, I'm unable to move my body.nI watch the tempest of trouble, Lastiara leave. I check my status.nnu2015u2015StatusnName u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Aikawa Kanami u00a0 u00a0 u00a0HP 119/121 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0MP 71/141 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0No Cla.s.snLevel 4nPhysical Strength 3.03 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Endurance 3.15 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Ability 4.07 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Speed 5.05nIntelligence 6.09 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Maryoku 8.08 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Potential 7.00nCondition: Confusion 4.29nEXP: 127/800nEquipment: Otherworld clothingu2015u2015nnu2015u2015Bonus points 3nSkill points 3nGeneratedu2015u2015nnWhat is this......nnIt seems that the girl, Lastiara, had no ill intent towards me. However, for now I'm unwilling to accept this egoistic person.nnAlthough, the matter is insignificant I'm still cautious of her.nnAfterall, I had paid the high fee to rent this room, and yet, I'm sleeping on the cold floor.nnThe day ends.nnu2015u2015StatusnName u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Aikawa Kanami u00a0 u00a0 u00a0HP 119/121 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0MP 71/141 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0No Cla.s.snLevel 4nPhysical Strength 3.03 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Endurance 3.15 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Ability 4.07 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Speed 5.05nIntelligence 6.09 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Maryoku 8.08 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Potential 7.00nCondition : Confusion 4.29nEXP : 127/800u2015u2015nu2015u2015SkillnInnate Skill u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Swordsmans.h.i.+p 1.01 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Ice magic 2.00nSecondary Skill u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Dimension magic 5.01nnu2015u2015MagicnIce magic : Freezing 1.00 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Ice 1.01nDimension magic : Dimension 1.01u2015u2015nnn

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nChapter 7 u2013 Preparations for Level Upnn

MTL: uniquegasuki
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The sun is setting as I stop reading to ask the librarian a question.n

Every now and then someone would stop reading to ask the librarian a question. I follow their lead and try to ask a question without being suspicious.n

After a few hours of reading I had gathered a lot of information.
nFrom the books, I became aware of this worldu2019s basic history. I had studied this worldu2019s modern penmans.h.i.+p, job occupations, and learned about the peopleu2019s daily life. Above all else this library has numerous amounts of information on the labyrinth and adventurers. (T/N: thank goodness author didnu2019t go into detail)n

I precede to the address that I got from the librarian. I arrived at the place where I can exchange things for money.n

When no one was looking I retrieved the leather bag from my u300ebelongingsu300f and hung it around my hip.
nWhile I was at the library, I was unable to learn more about the u300edisplayu300f or u300ebelongingsu300f system. There is a high possibility that only I possess it; and, that is way I thought to hide it.n

I enter inside. This place looks similar to a curio shop from my home world. There are antiques and junk scattered around.
nI call out to the shopkeeper who is plump man.n

u300cI know itu2019s late, but do you mind exchange this from money?u300d (Kanami)n

I politely start the conversation.
nFrom the beginning my intent is to not take this conversation lightly. Iu2019m here to get money, information gathering can wait. There is no need to take any unnecessary risk.n

u300cHmm, sure. Let me have a look.u300d (male shopkeeper)
nu300cYes.u300d (Kanami)n

The shopkeeper respond right away. So, this place isnu2019t unusual afterall.n

u2015u2015Belongings

nParalysis Needle 1 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Antidote 2 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Polish (u9462) 1 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Ooriau2019s Longsword 1

nCommon Arrow 1 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Lighter 1 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Smartphone 1 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Pebble 4

nFirst, I retrieve the 12 u2018rank 10 magic stonesu2019 from my u300ebelongingsu300f; I pretended that I had taken them out from the leather bag around my hip. Next, I place the magic stones on the counter in front of the shopkeeper.n

u300cOh, u2018youngu2019 magic stones. Iu2019ll pay 1 copper per stone.u300d (male shopkeeper)
nu300c.o.kay, I understood. Please do.u300d (Kanami)n

From the start, the shopkeeper had no intentions to negotiate; after hearing the manu2019s straightforward way of speaking, Kanami gave an immediate reply.n

u300cHere, 12 copper coins. Do you have a certificate?u300d (male shopkeeper)

nu300cWell then, place your finger right here.u300d (male shopkeeper)n

The shopkeeper points to some black ink and blank paper.
nIu2019m surprised he asked for a certificate. It seems that it is unavoidable. As I make a fingerprint, I thought, u300cIn my home world, how many years u2018before the common erau2019 did people start using fingerprints?u300d; I found this situation usual.n

u300cYou donu2019t have a certificate but you went to the labyrinth; are you a foreigner?u300d (male shopkeeper)n

It is possible that the shopkeeper finds me suspicious because of my awkward expression. If he hears my answer, he might start to doubt me.n

u300cErr, this is the first time I have been to the labyrinth. I heard about the labyrinth and came here from a far away country.u300d (Kanami)
nu300cOh, is this your first caught? Not bad. So, where are you from?u300d (male shopkeeper)n

Not bad, huh. Although, Iu2019m sad that most of these were looted from corpses. The ordinary conversation wasnu2019t bad, because I had already secured the needed information about what to say while I was at the library. (T/N: beware the small talk)n

I established that my home country is in a remote country. In addition, itu2019s a minor country even among the remote countries. If I remember correctly, the place is u300eFania (u30d5u30a1u30cbu30a2)u300f.n

u300cIt is quite far away. The place is called Fania; have you heard of it?u300d (Kanami)
nu300cFania, huh? I donu2019t know the details, but I have heard of it once. You sure have come a long distances. What kind of place is Fania?u300d (Shopkeeper)n

What an usual amount of free time this person has. I thought small talk happened before the business transaction.n

u300cThere isnu2019t much to speak of. Aside from that, do you know a good place to stay?u300d (Kanami)

nu300cIs that so?u300d (Kanami)n

It is expensive to live in this country, Fuuzuyaazu.
nI had a vague a.s.sumption from when I talked with that guard.n

u300cIt seems that they only let selected people enter this country. Fuuzuyaazu is the most affluent looking country. Youu2019re the first person Iu2019ve met in this country that seems uninformed. Although this country has good public order the prices are high. Afterall, it is a knight country with the showy n.o.bles at the center.u300d (male shopkeeper)
nu300cI seeu2026u2026u300d (Kanami)n

It was a coincidence that I happen to arrive in u300eFuuzuyaazuu300f. Although, whether this place is a good or a bad country, I donu2019t know.
nSo is this a country made for rich people?n

u300cTo be honest, without having money in Fuuzuyaazu it will be difficult to explore the labyrinth. The few copper coins you earned is only enough for one meal. That is why to stay in Fuuzuyaazu one needs to be an adventurer who is able to gain a high income from exploring the labyrinth.u300d (male shopkeeper)

nu300cI donu2019t know about the surcharges, but compared to the neighbouring countries the lodgings in Fuuzuyaazu can cost up to a several hundred copper coins more.u300d

nu300cThis is a country where people will carry around gold coins without a second thought. Itu2019s unfortunate that you have no money. Today you will have to sleep outside near the u300ekokusen line (u9b54u77f3u7ddau30e9u30a4u30f3)u300f. Tomorrow you should go east to u300eVaruto (u30f4u30a1u30ebu30c8)u300f. The public order in that country is somewhat bad, but itu2019s a suitable place to explore the labyrinth. You should be able to find a place to stay there for several coppers coins.u300d (male shopkeeper)n

I want to refrain from sleeping on the streets. Iu2019m already mentally exhausted, and I donu2019t want to think about the stress it will leave me with. The conditions for the u300e???u300f skill to go out of control is already known. Although, the effects were helpful a number of times, I have a bad premonition about it.n

Furthermore, the place called the u300ekokusen lineu300f, I donu2019t quite understand the details; and, I wasnu2019t able to learn anything further from the library about the u300emaryoku magic stone lineu300f. Besides, I rather not sleep out in the open as the shopkeeper had suggested.n

In other words, today, I canu2019t be frugal in trying to make money.
nI wonder why the shopkeeper was willing to give a beginner like me advice?n

u300cEh, err, well, do you mind taking a look at my other belongings? How valuable are theseu2026u2026u300d (male shopkeeper)

nu300cYesu2026u2026u300d (Kanami)n

Afterwards, I exited the shop and retrieved the longsword from my u300ebelongingsu300f. I thought about say that a friend had entrusted it to me, but that sounds suspicious. However, the shopkeeper didnu2019t enquire more about the sword. Perhaps, in this world the other people do not possess a u300epersonal effectu300f system nor do they have magic tools.n

I only left myself the bare minimum that was needed, and exchanged the rest for money.n

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u2015u2015Belongings

nWater Pouch 2 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Hemostasis Medicine 2 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Oil 2 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Antidote 2
nLighter 1 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Smartphone 1 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Pebble 4 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Twig 1u2015u2015n

I currently have 100 copper coins and 10 silver coins in my u300ebelongingsu300f. It is all thanks to the longsword and the two rank 9 magic stones that I had. (T/N: yes, I know it says Copper Coins 21 above)n

After getting a bit of hope I walked around Fuuzuyaazu in search for a cheap place to stay.n

I didnu2019t procedure a extravagant lodging; I rented a single room. Because the lodging includes dinner and breakfast, I went to the dining room. The meal is served as a buffet, and there are numerous peculiar dishes. Iu2019m embarra.s.sed by not knowing their table manners; so, I asked one of the employee. Because of the cost to stay at the inn is high the employee politely taught me.n

Honestly, the meal was unappetising.
nCompared to my home world this food is worlds apart. None of it was tasteful. There was something like mash potatoes, and the main dish was a loaf of bread.n

I finish my meal and return to the room I rented.

nConfronted by this fact I became lightheaded. I take a deep breath to calm my spirit. (T/N: the protagonist is a whiny little b***h)n

u300cIu2019m tiredu2026u2026u300d (Kanami)n

I fall into the hard bed with my equipment on.n

This is the first break I had taken today.n

Relax.n

Suddenly, I remember that I have u300eforgot my prioritiesu300f.n

If this was my normal train of thought, I would have thought this day was strange. There are numerous things worth questioning.
nAnd, without an answer I found it all unsettling.n

Why did this all happen?
nWhat did I do? When I awoken in the labyrinth, I was attacked by a monster. There is magic. And, this world is more or less similar to a RPG video game. Is something toying with me? I almost bleed to death. I looted corpse like a common bandit. There are too many things to ponder about, but I must continue to live on. Although, Iu2019m unsatisfied with the current circ.u.mstances. What exactly is this world? Where is my home world? Where is my family? I may not have parents, but I do have a u300eyounger sisteru300f. Did I suddenly vanish from my home world? Has my sister been left all alone? Is there, is there no method for me to return home? I wonu2019t be able to get-up early to make breakfast for two tomorrow. I have slipped into this fictional like world. Every time this u300edisplayu300f pop-up I feel a nauseating sickness. How is this video game like status and system appearing in my eye? To what extent had my brain been tempered with? Iu2019m overcome with an overwhelming sense of fear. Iu2019m sure that Iu2019m able to communicate with the people of this world. It is as if, Iu2019m watching a Hollywood movie that is dubbed in j.a.panese. Although it sounds impossible, it very handy. Iu2019m joking. It makes me want to vomit. This is a joke that had became a sick joke. It is nauseating. And, I canu2019t take a shower. s.h.i.+T, THIS MAKES ME ANGRY, HAHA, HAu2015u2015 (T/N: sigh)n

u2015u2015Skill u300e???u300f is out of control.

nConfusion has been corrected by +1.00u2015u2015n

The display disappears.
nAnd, the raging blaze in my head is instantly extinguish.n

Haha, Iu2019ve done it again.n

But, I couldnu2019t help it.n

I need to take measures to understand my current circ.u.mstance.

nThe only thing I can do for now is to repeating this over and over to myself.
nCurrently, the most important thing for me to do right now is rest my body.n

Even a child can die.n

I rest my tired brain.
nAnd, I sleep like a baby.n

I fall into the abyss of darkness.

nIt is a jet-black world.n

Although, I slept for a few hours it felt like a few minutes.
nAnd thus, I fell asleep.n

u00a0n

u25c6u25c6u25c6u25c6u25c6n

u00a0n

u300cWake Up!u300d (???)n

I had the air knocked out of my lungs.
nMy stomach is flattened and I awaken in pain.n

u300cHey, hurry up, please wake up. Hurry, hurry!u300d (???)n

I hear a voice.

nOf this Iu2019m certainu2026u2026n

u300cAhu2026u2026 youru2026u2026u300d (Kanami)n

As I open my eyes, I confirm the owner of the voice.
nUnless Iu2019m hallucinating this person is.n

u300cI have brought something good; so, please wake up.u300d (???)n

The voice belongs to the eerie girl I met inside the labyrinth. If I recall, her name is Lastiara (u30e9u30b9u30c6u30a3u30a2u30e9).
nShe isnu2019t wearing the armor that she worn in the labyrinth. Lastiara is wearing casual clothes made of white silk.n

Anyhow, this girl is firmly pressing down my stomach.n

I canu2019t wrap my mind around the current circ.u.mstances. Although, I originally never understood what was happening to begin with; but, Iu2019m still able to conversate normally.n

u300cThis here is my roomu2026u2026u300d (Kanami)n

For the time being I criticize the intruder to see what happens. By the way, I donu2019t know if trespa.s.sing is considered a crime is this world.n

u300cOh, ooh, amazing. You arenu2019t surprise in this situation.u300d (Lastiara)
nu300cI sure am surprised, but it just hasnu2019t caught up to me.u300d (Kanami)n

Although the girl is smaller than me, I speak to her politely.
nI donu2019t know who she is, but it is highly likely that she is the daughter of an upper cla.s.s family that is somehow related to this labyrinth.n

u300cReally? Well, Iu2019m very worried, you know. You are level 1, and you can level-up.u300d (Lastiara)n

Lastiara looks delighted as she speaks.
nI find the enjoyment that gleams from her eyes terrifying. Her eyes that are about the size of a ping-pong-ball has the hollow gaze of a dead fish. Iu2019m freaked out by her eyes that donu2019t become focus. (T/N: she sounds hot)n

u300cAre you a person that can see levels?u300d (Kanami)n

I gave her an indifferent response.n

By the way, in this world, levels and understanding of levels is common knowledge. At the library there are many books that describe level and status. And, it is written that selected people are able to see levels.
nHowever, being selected as one of G.o.du2019s chosen people leaves me uneasy.n

u300cEh, in this worldu2026u2026, if a person is lucky they will possess the ability. Although, if a devoted person trains for a long time, they can obtain the ability. A public inst.i.tution, the church is in charge of level-ups; it is performed by a priest. By the way, Iu2019m the former type.u300d (Lastiara)n

Lastiara causally talks about the things that I wanted to know about. She talked to me as if, I was naturally inexperience about this world. And, u300cin this worldu300d, is this something a person would normally say.n

Iu2019m so surprised by everything that it takes my breath away.
nI try my best to select the right words to say.n

u300cI didnu2019t know, thank you very much. However, why are you telling me this. I donu2019t know who you are. Must I call someone to sent you away.u300d (Kanami)
nu300cHold on a moment. No need to be worried. I came here to help you, because you have ama.s.s an excess amount of EXP. Iu2019m here in good will.u300d (Lastiara)n

She over exaggerates by raises both her arms to express that she came here with good intentions. (T/N: thatu2019s alright with me)n

u300cI refuse. I have already researched it at the library and Iu2019m aware of the churchu2019s location.u300d (Kanami)n

I coldly refuse her.
nThere is no need for me to be modest; I want this suspicious person to leave. To me, leveling up is an important event.n

u300cEh, ehehu2026u2026u300d (Lastiara)n

On my reply, Lastiara shoulders slump downwards.n

u300cNow, please leave.u300d (Kanami)
nu300cnormally it would have beenu2026u2026 this reaction is light, mehu2026u2026u300d (Lastiara)n

The Lastiara who has become timid begins