Elf-like Life

Chapter 21, First Mission

It turns out that the bulletin board has a front and a back, and the task level is different on each side.

Positive: A-level, S-level difficulty mission.

Back side: E-rank, D-rank missions, etc.

Considering that the two little ones are still in the beginner stage, the note parrots naturally chose to let them start from the beginner level.

"Everyone, pay attention this way! This is the mission!"

The first letter-writing task has begun.

[Task Letter Description]:

Waaaaah, I'm a caterpillar! I lost my most treasured Rift Scarf in the forest yesterday. Can anyone help me get it back?

Client: Caterpillar

Objective: To find the item (Sky-Splitting Scarf)

Location: Mushroom Forest 7F

Difficulty: E

Reward: 600 Pocket Coins

Contribution points earned: 66

Mail code: Big-billed Gull Post Office, Category E, No. 086.

"Whoosh!"

The moment this mission letter was torn from the bulletin board, it signified that the commission had been accepted, and the accepting party was none other than the Starry Night Expedition Team.

Pikachu instantly became excited, and a faint crackling sound occasionally emanated from its cheeks:

"Hey, little fire dragon!"

"So that means we've finally received our first mission as an expedition team! I'm so excited!"

That's what they say.

The request in the letter was that a caterpillar had lost its silk scarf and needed to search for it in the forest.

The rewards are clearly marked, but where exactly is this forest?

The musical note parrot suddenly became serious:

"Ahem, you two, immediately open your adventure backpacks and take out the Incredible Map."

Guided by the note parrot, Pikachu carefully unfolded the adventure map, only to find that it displayed the exact location of the Mushroom Forest in great detail.

Treasure Town →↑→↑ Mushroom Forest

"First of all, after you receive the mission, don't just be happy. The first thing you need to do is check the Incredible Map to confirm exactly where the destination is."

The two little ones nodded earnestly.

"Secondly, prepare for departure."

Before setting off, make sure you have all the necessary items for the expedition, including food.

The musical note parrot stepped forward and added several items to the two little ones' adventure backpacks, symbolizing friendship.

[Ding, you have obtained 2 apples]: These are dry food apples that can restore satiety when you are hungry.

[Ding, obtained Blue Orange Fruit x2]: A light blue fruit that can restore a small amount of HP when eaten in a crisis.

"Wow, thank you, Manager!" (Pikachu)

"Finally, remember to return to the Fat Kodama Guild after successfully completing the mission. We will contact the commissioner as soon as possible to distribute your reward."

The little dragon understood everything.

In summary, the Fat Ke Ding Guild acts as a platform to provide tasks.

The expedition teams improve their strength and receive rewards by taking on missions, completing them, and finally finishing them.

Regardless, this was the first mission the Starry Night Expedition Team had received since its inception, so taking it seriously was essential. They set off with high spirits.

Immediately ignoring the musical note parrot, the two little ones struck a classic pose in front of it and clapped their little paws together in mid-air:

"Go, Starry Night Expedition Team!"

"Heading towards the Mushroom Forest!"

Musical Note Parrot: ...

"Hey, hey, hey, what are you two making a fuss about!"

"There's one last thing I must remind you of. Don't underestimate this E-rank mission. The Mushroom Forest is extremely dangerous, especially considering your limited strength."

"If you encounter any trouble along the way, remember to return the way you came and come back to the guild to collect basic supplies."

That's all, meeting adjourned!

——Piglet Guild Divider——

After giving all the instructions, the musical note parrot began its busy day.

The two little ones first went to the apprentices' room to put away their bedding, and then checked their backpacks one last time before setting off.

In the blink of an eye, just as they crossed the hall and were about to exit the bunker, they found a familiar little elf waiting outside the door.

She is petite and always seems a bit goofy.

That big buck tooth can never be hidden in that innocent smile; that's the buck-toothed raccoon from the Jigglypuff Guild.

Good morning everyone!

Pikachu: "Hello, yesterday's Politoed... no, Politoed senior!"

Seeing Pikachu being so polite, and even Charmander treating him with utmost respect, the buck-toothed raccoon felt that the two little ones had misunderstood something, perhaps because the title on its head was too conspicuous.

"Oh my god, I'm so shy being called 'senpai' for the first time, please don't do that."

"I'm probably the weakest in this guild, you can just call me Bucktooth Tanuki."

Charmander was skeptical. No matter how weak the buck-toothed raccoon was, it was still a veteran. It must have been training in the Wigglypuff Guild for a long time. Compared to Charmander, who had just started training, the title of "senior" was well-deserved.

"Actually, I just saw you go to get your mission. The destination is Mushroom Forest, right? So please accept this."

The buck-toothed raccoon secretly slipped a berry into the two little ones' adventure backpacks.

Hey hey hey, this is!

[Ding, you have obtained 1 Detox Fruit]: Consuming this fruit while in a poisoning state can alleviate symptoms and eliminate toxins from the body.

Neither Pikachu nor Charmander had ever been to the Mushroom Forest, but Bulbasaur, having been there before, knew all too well the dangers lurking within.

As the name suggests, the deep forest is inhabited by mushroom-type Pokémon, such as the most common Paras, Mosquito, and the disguised Pokémon Breloom, etc.

These little sprites often hide under tree trunks in damp environments, where they frequently secrete large amounts of poisonous spores, which can easily lead to poisoning if one is not careful.

"That's it, I think you'll find it useful."

"Be careful of mushrooms when you go exploring there. If you get infected, turn back the way you came. But don't worry, I will pray for you two. Come back safely!"

The two little ones instantly felt the warmth of being cared for by their senior.

This buck-toothed raccoon is so kind. Not only did it give the antidote fruit, but it also kept worrying about the two little ones and even said it would go and pray for them.

Why is the buck-toothed raccoon so nice to the two new kittens?

That remains unknown.

Charmander + Pikachu: "Thank you, Tom Nook."

Both sides waved goodbye, and now the well-prepared Starry Night Expedition is about to embark on its first adventure.

It was still early; the midday sun had just begun to shine into every corner of Treasure Town.

The blinding sunlight shone on every corner of Treasure Town, but even so, there were still shadows under the eaves.

Behind the Fat Koopa Guild building

The bullying expedition team, which had been silently observing everything from the shadows, finally couldn't sit still any longer.

The supersonic bat flapped its wings:

"Second brother, am I seeing things? Those spineless cowards actually went to the Fat Koding Guild?"

Gas bomb: "What's so strange about that? Last time we acted recklessly, we were the ones who suffered!"

"Second brother, why do I feel like our influence among the bullies has decreased ever since that little fire dragon kid showed up?"

As soon as the words were spoken, the third Pokémon, hidden deep in the shadows, finally appeared, straightening its purplish-black body and raising the corners of its mouth.

Zubat + Koffing: "Boss, boss!!"

Gengar: "What's the panic?"

"As long as the virus exists, our influence will not diminish."

In the last instant, Gengar glanced with interest at Charmander's gradually disappearing figure.

The leader of the Bully Expedition Team has finally appeared. His information card will be added later. Finally, a huge thank you to all the readers! I'm also asking for your votes, tips, favorites, and investments. That's all for this chapter!

(End of this chapter)