Wrong, my props refresh every day

Mana: G289 → E415

Magic: [Dimension. Blue Fat Man's Fantasy Corridor]

[Chant]: "With the bronze bell as a bond, the gate to the fourth dimension opens! The echoes of the 22nd century converge in the palm of my hand!"

·Skill:

【Synchronous Breathing】: Magic power continues to increase.

[Adversity Paradox Engine]: Temporary luck value in adversity increases.

Observer Effect

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"Alright, Xingjian, all aspects of your abilities have improved, but your durability is increasing much more slowly. It looks like you've taken fewer beatings this time than last time."

Hephaestus said with a smile after completing the update process of God's Grace.

It is normal for magic power to increase rapidly.

After all, Xingjian's own skills have the characteristic of continuously improving magic power. In addition, this time he fought with the enhanced silver-back ape for a long time, almost burning himself out and using up all his mental strength. It was completely expected that he could have such a rapid improvement.

As for the durability...

Without Ms. Liu's knee-pillow strike training, the slow progress is understandable.

"I will definitely continue to work hard."

Xingjian responded softly with a determined look in his eyes.

Hephaestus raised the corner of his mouth, revealing a relieved smile:

"Although the enhanced silverback ape didn't allow you to accomplish any great feats, it granted you a significant amount of experience points. Putting everything else aside, just considering your magic power, at this rate, you'll soon be able to break through to D-rank. If you have the opportunity to accomplish another great feat in the future, your upgrade will be just around the corner. By then, your upgrade speed might even surpass that of Loki's [Sword Princess], making you a highly anticipated new adventurer."

[Sword Princess] is none other than Ess Wallenstein.

She is known as the strongest female swordsman in the city and is now a powerful LV5 warrior.

She received God's grace at the age of 7 and was promoted to LV2 at the age of 8. She is gifted and a leader among geniuses. She was once hailed as the "Twin Stars of Tomorrow" together with the good-for-nothing elf Miss Liu from the tavern.

"I'll try to wait until my ability reaches A or S stage before considering upgrading."

Xingjian expressed what he was thinking.

"That's a good idea." Hephaestus nodded in approval. "Some adventurers rush to level up as soon as they make a small improvement. Most of them will never achieve great things, and their lifetime upgrades will end at level 3.

"Of course, some Families' leaders are forced to upgrade their members as quickly as possible for the sake of team development, but our Hephaestus Familia is different. You can rest assured and simply explore your potential to the utmost. We are a commercial Familia and do not have any mandatory expeditions. Even if we occasionally participate in expeditions, it is mostly as a support force, accompanying the Loki Familia to explore deeper areas. Therefore, you should focus on improving yourself in a down-to-earth manner."

As he spoke, Hephaestus suddenly revealed a sly smile. "If one day I could, with the glory of Level 6, abduct that Sword Princess or the Thousand Fairies from the Loki family as a family marriage... If that happens, our Hephaestus family will have a great chance of maintaining our fourth place ranking and striving for third place."

Hephaestus' eyes sparkled with anticipation as he envisioned a blueprint for the future.

At present, the two strongest families in Orario are none other than the [Loki Family] and the [Freya Family]. Ranked third is the urban gendarmerie [Ganesha Family] which has 11 LV5 strongmen, followed by the [Ishtar Family].

Ishtar, the chief god of the Ishtar clan, controls the "Night Street" of Orario's romantic district. The Amazons in his clan, who are responsible for fighting, are also known as "battle whores."

Frini Jamil, the leader of the Ishtar Familia, is nicknamed "Man Killer". Like Tsubaki, the leader of the Hephaestus Familia, he is a LV5 adventurer.

However, as an exploration-type Familia, the [Ishtar Familia] has several LV4 and LV3 members under its command, and its overall strength is slightly better than that of the [Hephaestus Familia], whose main business is forging.

Therefore, if Xingjian can grow into a first-level adventurer in the future and then win over one of the two talented beauties of the [Loki Familia] through marriage, with this hard power, the Forging Familia may really be able to compete with Ganesa's Familia.

"My Lord God, that's not what I meant. I only did it out of moral obligation..."

When mentioning [Sword Princess] Miss Ais and [Thousand Fairies] Miss Lefiya, Xingjian's fair cheeks flushed slightly.

Hephaestus leaned closer, his chin in his hand, a mischievous spark flickering in his single eye. "What's there to be embarrassed about? Last week, on the open streets of Third Street, the children of the Familia witnessed and reported that you were dating Princess Sword Princess. And since you saved that Yamabuki-style elf lady this time, her favorability towards you is sure to increase."

"We have been partners with the Loki Familia for many years. Every time they go on an expedition, they always bring our children as supporters to help maintain their equipment. I'll have Chun reserve a spot for you on the next expedition."

"In the dangerous and exciting environment of a dungeon, love is most likely to fly between a hero and a girl. You must seize this opportunity and build good relationships with [Sword Princess] and [Thousand Fairies]. If you can capture one of them, our clan will be able to reach a higher level~~"

Hephaestus had an earnest smile on his face, as if to say, "The future of the clan depends on you."

Xing Jian heard this and quickly waved his hands to explain:

"My Lord God, you misunderstood me."

"Hmm? Don't you like either of these two beautiful girls?"

Hephaestus looked surprised.

After all, whether it's [Sword Princess] or [Thousand Fairies], their looks are no less stunning than a goddess, and my own child...

Are you not tempted at all?

"No, Lord God, I don't think what you just said about marrying one of them is right." Xingjian scratched his head and said embarrassedly.

“Would you like to do something?”

Hephaestus was filled with curiosity.

Xing Jian's eyes were determined, and he blurted out:

"Only children make choices. I... want both!"

Hephaestus: ????

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Chapter 28: Don’t put your companions and dignity on opposite ends of the scale

"You boy!"

A hearty laugh like the collision of metal and stone suddenly erupted from the throat of Hephaestus, the god of forging. His long red hair, like burning flames, emitted layers of bright luster like flowing fire as his body moved forward and backward violently.

"Can't you?"

"Sure, of course, who can stop you?"

Hephaestus raised the corner of his mouth slightly, outlining a slightly cunning smile. Then, his figure flashed and he came close to Xingjian's ear without warning. His warm breath with a pungent smell of sulfur gently touched the tip of the boy's ear, which was slightly red due to nervousness.

Xingjian looked at the goddess's profile, his Adam's apple rolling as he swallowed the heat.

At this moment, the dancing flames in Hephaestus' pupils suddenly condensed into a crescent moon, which was the god's silent praise for the mortal's ambition!

Having a harem seems to be something that is not allowed on Blue Star, but in the world of Dicuo, it is tacitly allowed and can even be carried out openly.

Since ancient times, heroes have always been admired by beautiful women. For example, when Finn, the leader of the Loki clan, became the first member of the Loki clan, he accepted Loki's favor and made an agreement with the Lord God that he would not interfere with his ambition to revive the dwarf race and his marriage.

So how can we revive the little human race?

The answer is very straightforward, it is to let the descendants of the clan bloom all over the earth like flowers in spring!!!

If Nizuka had been more sensible at the time, the Uchiha clan might have regained its former glory...

Hephaestus originally thought that if this newcomer of his could be lucky enough to capture the heart of any talented and beautiful girl from the Loki family, he would be considered very capable. However, he never expected that this boy had a very wild mind and wanted to win the favor of two beauties at the same time.

Is this what the men in the lower world talk about so much...

"Double Flying"?

"I have to admit, you're really eager to improve, and your appetite is quite high. But I have to be frank. If Loki finds out you've taken advantage of her 'cabbage,' especially the highly regarded Sword Princess, you'll be in big trouble. And that ferocious werewolf won't let you go either. He might chase you all the way to the end. To avoid a beating, you need to improve your strength quickly, understand?"

"understood."

Hephaestus and Xingjian smiled at each other knowingly, and each of them understood the secret tacit understanding from the depths of each other's eyes.

Hey~

Hoshimi bid farewell to Hephaestus with great confidence. The god of forging, who had just been full of joy, suddenly changed his expression and called out to Chun, asking her to bring the young blacksmith Welf to him.

"God, Lord God."

Welf looked up at the red-haired goddess with a powerful aura in front of him, and for a moment, a myriad of thoughts flooded his mind.

"I'm sure you've gained a lot from going deep into the dungeon with this newcomer. Come here, I'll help you update your ability values."

Welf followed his instructions and slowly took off his shirt, revealing the eye-catching and unique family pattern of flames and forging hammers on his back.

Welf Crozet

Level: Lv.1

Race: Human

Affiliation: "Hephaestus Familia"

Age: 15

·【Ability Value】

Strength: E488 → D500

·Durability: F373→F380

Dexterity: G276 → G289

Agility: G246 → G255

Magic: F304 → F315

·magic

【Invisible Will-O'-the-Wisp】

This magic resistance spell detonates the opponent's magic power prematurely when they use offensive magic or attacks with magic. It can affect multiple targets. As a short spell, it often takes effect before the opponent finishes the spell.

Chant - "Burn to ashes, the karma of the outer law"

Skill: [Magic Sword Bloodline], can craft a magic sword, enhancing its abilities during crafting.

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"Ok?"

The edges of the parchment were wrinkled, and Welf stared at the "D" level symbol on [Strength] that had finally broken through, his expression extremely excited.

After completing the most basic ability value requirements and obtaining one more great achievement, you can be promoted to LV2...

Finally, the day of advancement has arrived! ?

Hephaestus's single eye clearly reflected the youth's slightly trembling back, but she did not make a sound to disturb Welf, who was immersed in excitement. Instead, she quietly walked behind him and took out a giant object wrapped in layers of divine cloth.

As the mysterious cloth slowly slid down, in an instant, a wave of hot air that could ignite the air rushed towards him.

The dark red blade was encircled by a pattern of eternal flames. The demonic sword [Fire Moon] trembled once again after five years, and tongues of flame licked Welf's pale face.

"My Lord God, why did you take this out?"

The young blacksmith's voice was hoarse, and his fingertips dug deep into his palms.

"This is the magic sword you painstakingly crafted yourself in order to join the clan and prove your forging prowess to everyone. But since then, you haven't forged another magic sword. Are you really willing to linger in the shadow of the past, stagnating?"

"..."

Welf kept his lips tightly shut, without answering. He simply stared at the magic sword in Hephaestus's hand. After a long moment, he slowly spoke:

"While the magic sword is powerful, it is also fragile and will ruthlessly abandon its wielder. How can something we blacksmiths have painstakingly crafted, through countless hammering and forging, so easily abandon our trust? I simply cannot accept this."

"You have your persistence, and I wholeheartedly acknowledge that. But look at this."

Hephaestus gently lifted a dented mithril armor and approached Welf. On the inside of the armor, a line of tiny but extremely clear runes was engraved: [Defend Welf Clozo from the ninth bite].

"Do you remember the clan member you first teamed up with? This armor you were so proud of did successfully protect your companion, but it came at a heavy price. He was nearly dragged into that terrifying swarm of killer ants and brutally torn apart."

"And that time, when the war shadow's razor-sharp blade was only three inches away from your companion's neck, that stubborn and brave child still used the broadsword you forged with your own hands to desperately block it."

"I've also heard the details of what happened in the dungeon today from Engeldo. You encountered two life-threatening crises this time. One was when you first entered the fifth floor, where you were attacked by killer ants. The other was when you were on the ninth floor, where you were suddenly attacked by enhanced silverback apes."

"In the first crisis, it was Xingjian who narrowly avoided it with the help of a special magic item. The second time, it was also Xingjian who bravely stepped forward to block the silverback ape's ferocious attack. Although the silverback ape didn't intentionally attack your team, things like [Monster Gifts] and [Unusual Events] are not uncommon in this dungeon."

"What if next time, your teammates, or even yourself, don't have enough skills to handle a critical situation? What will you do then?"

The red-haired goddess stared intently at Welf with her single eye. The young blacksmith seemed to have lost all his strength and remained silent.

indeed……

If Xingjian had not provided timely assistance this time, the elf lady on the fifth floor and the [Thousand Fairies] on the ninth floor would probably have been seriously injured and might even have lost their lives.

This time it was Xingjian who happened to come to the rescue, but this dungeon is full of dangers, how can he guarantee that his teammates will be safe every time?

"Tell me, Welf Clozo, are you willing to let your companions risk their lives to protect your so-called pride? Or are you willing to turn this pride into a sharp blade to protect them? Remember, never weigh your companions against your dignity."

After the red-haired goddess finished speaking these profound words, she placed the crimson magic sword back to its original position.

If the young man in front of her could truly understand her heartfelt warning today, then she would return this extremely meaningful magic sword to him.