Danmaku, my skills refresh weekly.

boom----

As the last rays of the sun completely disappeared, a roar echoed from afar.

Charles leaned against the railing, watching the thick smoke and noise rising in the west, cold sweat creeping up his back.

"Wow, compared to them, the Soma Familia is amazing. They're all so talented. I love it here."

"Could it be that I'm actually quite lucky?"

Chapter 4 Join if you can’t beat him

The Dark Ages.

Once Ciel realized he was living in this era, the Soma Familia and the divine wine became irrelevant.

What kind of era is this?

This was the most chaotic and powerless period for Orario since the disintegration of the Zeus and Hera Familia, which had maintained their rule for a thousand years.

Countless gods were returned, and their entire clans were wiped out.

Level 1 and 2 are like cannon fodder, while level 3 is used as the main force to fight to the death with level 7.

Countless ordinary people could only flee in panic, leaving behind countless corpses.

A clan leader like Chanis would probably only be able to hide and seek refuge with the people, or perhaps be forcibly conscripted to join the battle!

One wrong move and you could be blown to pieces by a self-destructing madman.

This is a catastrophic era that will wipe out at least half of the city's population!

In short, being an adventurer is dangerous, being a high-level adventurer is even more dangerous, and even not being an adventurer requires escaping death.

"Leave Orario?"

The idea popped into Ciel's mind, but...

"Chanis will not agree. The guild will not allow adventurers to leave the city."

Grace is a shackle, and Orario is a prison.

"What to do? What to do? What to do?" Charles scratched his head.

"Calm down... calm down. Haven't I already gotten used to this situation? Judging from the current situation, the Soma Familia might still be the relatively better faction."

"They will not have to shoulder the heavy responsibility of fighting against the darkness like the Loki Familia and Freya Familia, nor will they become cannon fodder for self-destruction like the dark factions, with their lives and deaths not in their own hands."

The valuable experience gained from the 'organization' once again saved the confused Ciel.

He quickly reviewed the plot he knew in his mind.

The Dark Faction's top-tier combat force in this war consists of two level 7 fighters and 15 level 5 fighters.

Meanwhile, in the city...

It consists of one level 6 character and six level 5 characters.

A one-sided crushing defeat.

Faced with such a dire situation, those who still resolutely stand up against the darkness are undoubtedly heroes. As long as they survive, they can reach the pinnacle of life and make a name for themselves.

But this...

How much is it worth?!

Not brothers.

How much do you earn a month to work so hard? With such a spirit of dedication, why don't you go help an elderly person who has fallen down?

"In my past life, I have indeed gained a very valuable lesson—if you can't beat them, join them!"

"How could I, a reborn being, possibly become your adopted son!"

The moment this idea was born, it was like a beacon in the dark universe, illuminating the path ahead for Charles.

"Yes... if you can't beat them, join them! To leave the Soma Familia, you have to return Soma. The Lawful faction can't do that! But the Dark Faction can! During the seven days of death, betray Soma's escape route, making him one of the 'sacrificed' gods, and use that as a pledge of allegiance to join the Dark Faction!"

"And, sister-in-law... no, auntie is very moist! This is a perfect match for her major!"

A bold plan was forming in Charles's mind; this is the benefit of understanding history.

"Yes, and also the 'Ignition Device' and 'Great Sage Tree Branch,' and I can stock up on some 'Demon Swords,' but I don't have any money right now..."

In his past life, Ciel did not yield to threats and was forced to take the path of currying favor with his sister-in-law, ultimately losing his kidney. He had family and friends, and couldn't bring himself to harm others.

And to catch the eye of one's sister-in-law, one's hands must be anything but clean.

I was prepared for the fact that I would die someday.

But here...

"Whatever I do, it can be considered an emergency measure."

after all……

"I'm a despicable outsider..." Charles pondered.

Joining the dark faction might lead to more deaths, but there's an old saying in the Far East:

Being poor cares themselves, being wealthy cares the world.

I can't even survive myself, why should I care about others?

A hero? Don't be ridiculous.

Face reality, you great hero! You can't even be a righteous critic!

A vague plan is taking shape in my mind, but the prerequisite for achieving it is...

"I need to have the confidence to sit down and negotiate with them! I have two months left, and I need to reach at least level 2, or even level 3! Only then will I be qualified to become a cadre!"

Only Charles would dare to think such an absurd idea.

His past life experience told him that if he didn't seize opportunities and just kept compromising, he would lose even the basic qualifications to be a human being!

If you should sleep with your sister-in-law, that's the only way to make yourself feel comfortable! And gain power!

The important thing is that Charles doesn't want to be dragged into a war with a bunch of lunatics.

Closer to home.

Relying solely on ability refreshes to acquire skills that allow for rapid growth within six months is extremely unlikely.

"I must increase the number of skills, or unleash more magic."

The first thing that came to Ciel's mind was a spellbook...

"Even with a guaranteed price of 100 million falies, there's still no market for it. As a mere supporter, what method do I have to obtain one in a short time?"

With his head down, amidst the cacophony of noise and explosions around him, Charles finally managed to grasp a little of the situation…

The Witch's House

This is a shop that actually houses grimoires, and also sells many rare magical items.

With his current funds, Charles definitely can't afford it, but he has another way that might work to 'trick' him!

"But that method requires more preparation, and in my current state, it's impossible for it to succeed!"

Write down the plan to intercept the magic book.

Charles stroked his chin: "The second method is self-awakening. This is extremely difficult; it seems to require self-hypnosis to form a certain obsession before the corresponding ability can be born."

"Lily's 'Unsung Hero' and 'Cinderella,' Bell's 'Aspiration' and 'Hero's Wish,' and Lefia's 'Fairy Ring' are all this type of output."

"Could I start hypnotizing myself from tomorrow onwards? Tell myself every day that I'm stronger today than yesterday? Come on, come on, come on! Keep trying, keep trying, keep trying!"

"Or perhaps, a firm belief that I can become a nuclear bomb? Hmm, maybe... I should revert to my chuunibyou (middle school syndrome)?"

You should know... a certain dark demon's magic sword, because it was too socially anxious, specifically awakened a magic that turned it into a chuunibyou (middle school syndrome) and changed its personality.

Charles spread his fingers, took a step apart, and gently lifted the hem of his robe: "I am Nightshade, one who lurks in the darkness and hunts the darkness!"

It feels like something crucial is missing...

He suddenly clutched his right arm and cried out in pain, "Aaaaaaah! My right hand! Calm down! The ultimate black dragon sealed in my right wrist!"

thump—

A huge impact came from next door, followed by a rough, gruff voice:

"Keep your voice down, you idiot!"

…………

cough cough.

A quiet air was filled with Charles's awkward cough.

He sat up cross-legged again, touching his bangs, and thought of other effective ways to increase the number of [skills].

Speaking of development skills.

Charles dared to say that no one understood grace better than him.

In the DanMachi system of blessings, skills are not only born from strong desires, but also through certain methods that allow the same skills to be born within the same bloodline.

Just like the Sanjo family where Kaguya lived.

Those who undergo the same training and exercises from a young age may awaken similar abilities!

"In DanMachi, the most numerous skill is the [Fairy X Sing], which is unique to elves. As long as you chant a spell, most spells will be compatible with similar abilities."

"But I am not a magician and cannot obtain it quickly."

“Secondly, there are the command skills exclusive to the [Commander].” Charles stroked his chin.

The conditions for obtaining this type of skill are extremely simple; it can be easily acquired by participating in one or two raids. Basically, all you need to do is want to become a commander and give loud commands.

Among these, desire and loud shouting are key.

Of course, the effect is mostly limited to 'increasing the volume of your voice'.

However, under the effect of [Pandora's Preparation Seat], this effect can randomly transform into other powerful skills!