The weapons I forge are absolutely flawless.

[3. If the first two methods fail, you can use general techniques.]

The first three levels of the dungeon have three entrance teleportation arrays and three exit teleportation arrays. The teleportation array for the next level will randomly appear among the six teleportation arrays.

Each time a member of the academy arrives at a teleportation array, they can use their student card to leave a mark inside the teleportation array. When entering the dungeon in the future, they will be teleported to the teleportation array where the mark has been left.

If the mark indicates that it is currently unavailable, it means you are entering the next level of the teleportation array.

Note: For those seeking efficiency, you can use your credits to hire an upperclassman who has already activated all the teleportation arrays to guide you through a one-day tour of the teleportation arrays.

The last method was surprisingly serious.

Unfortunately, Vena had already agreed with Jessica not to team up with older students, so this seemingly most reasonable solution had to be abandoned.

Since the best strategy is not feasible, let's look at the middle strategy.

Wiener put the "Dungeon Speedrun One-Day Guide" back in its place and opened "Ten Notes for Dungeon Newbies".

"1. Natural treasure chests will not appear in dungeons. If you see any items that resemble treasure chests, please start with Fireball as a sign of respect."

Second, you need to make sufficient preparations before exploring the dungeon, including but not limited to torches, dry food, medicine, and replacement weapons.

3. If your credits allow, be sure to prepare an Alchemy Mask and backpack before entering the dungeon. Those who need to form a party should also bring a summoning stone. Alchemy Institute products are always top-notch.

IV. Each level of the dungeon has six entrance teleportation arrays and six exit teleportation arrays. The area around the teleportation arrays is a safe zone where repairs can be carried out.

5. New players who have not activated any teleportation points will enter the dungeon from a random entrance upon their first visit.

6. Powerful monsters are often accompanied by valuable materials, and vice versa. Be vigilant to avoid losing both your resources and your life.

7. We recommend that newcomers enter dungeons in teams, paying attention to the matching of job classes, for more protection and more insurance.

......

10. It's never too early to be prepared; unexpected events always arrive before plans.

"Uh, how come it's gone?"

I was initially engrossed in reading and looking forward to what would happen next, but my notes abruptly stopped there.

He kept flipping through the pages, but each time he was met with nothing but a blank screen.

The ten points of attention written on the first page constitute the entirety of the notes.

Wiener couldn't help but feel a pang of regret.

If "Dungeon Master's Guide for Beginners" takes simplicity to the extreme, then "Dungeon Guide for Fools" is the complete opposite extreme.

Its exceptionally substantial feel makes it stand out prominently on the bookshelf.

If used as a footrest, one book is better than three.

With the foundation laid by the first two books, Wiener also realized that clearing the dungeon was not such a simple matter.

Since there's no shortcut, let's just do our homework properly.

Gently open "The Idiot's Dungeon Guide"

Wow, there's even a table of contents.

The table of contents alone is almost thicker than the actual content of the previous two notebooks combined.

From the types of monsters that may appear in the dungeon to their levels of danger, from the types of monster drops to the classification of rare materials, everything is listed clearly and concisely.

Wiener casually flipped through the pages, each entry detailed and accurate.

The name "Dungeon Encyclopedia" might be more fitting.

"This is a real gem!" Venus thought to herself, secretly delighted.

If this were an official dungeon encyclopedia from St. Freya Academy, that would be one thing, but such a vast amount of information was actually created by a single student.

Wiener skipped directly to the last page, wanting to see who could have written such a masterpiece.

A familiar name was prominently displayed at the end of the signature.

Jessica.

Chapter 39 Words Can Cause Trouble

Wiener gasped.

This detailed account, which is like an encyclopedia of dungeons, was actually written by a student from the Fighting Academy.

The care put into the content and the comprehensiveness of its coverage indicate that it is not an artwork that could be written with a casual and perfunctory attitude.

I never expected that Jessica would have this side to her.

If there hadn't been so many complications between the two, Wiener would likely have been sincerely grateful to the author who left behind these valuable notes.

But having just made a bet to find the hero's relic on the third floor of the dungeon, and then using someone else's notes as a guide, this act of cheating made even Vena feel somewhat embarrassed.

A picture involuntarily flashed through Wiener's mind:

"Oh, isn't this the silly little guy who cleared the dungeon using his sister's notes?"

"Since you've passed the test, I'll keep my promise and give you a little reward, you silly boy~"

Even though it was just her imagination, it still sent a chill down Viner's spine.

Wiener quickly banished this unrealistic fantasy from his mind and flipped back to the beginning of "The Silly Dungeon Guide" to begin studying it.

Compared to his pointless pride, passing Jessica's test and winning her approval was what he should be doing.

......

at the same time.

"Oh, I'm so sorry, Little Lisette. I'm late, did you get impatient waiting?"

Jessica returned to the library administration office and apologized to the junior student who had covered her shift.

Less than three hours had passed since she asked Lisette for help.

In such a short time, not only did he have to reach an agreement with his impatient junior, but he also had to take the opportunity to clear out a batch of monsters that were spawning on the sixth level of the dungeon.

Efficient time management is enough to be called a time management master.

"It's nothing, I'm just reading here anyway. Time flies by."

"By the way, Senior Jessica, here is a list of students who have borrowed and returned books during this period. I have already compiled it for you."

Lisette handed Jessica a list detailing the names of students who had borrowed and returned books during this period, as well as the specific transactions they had completed.

Jessica took the list, glanced at it briefly, and memorized it all.

"Little Lisette is so thoughtful, she's been a great help."

As she spoke, she pulled out a box of handmade tea bags from behind her and placed it in Lisette's palm.

"A small thank-you gift, please don't refuse."

"What is this?" Lisette asked, puzzled.

"I made these tea bags myself. You can brew some while reading or studying. They not only help improve your memory, but also have beauty and skin-nourishing effects," Jessica said with a smile.

"Thank you very much, senior." After thanking her, Lisette looked hesitant.

"Is there anything else, Little Lisette?" Jessica asked with a knowing smile.

"...Senior Jessica, I heard you sent Vena to the third level of the dungeon to find something?" Lisette hesitated for a moment, but finally couldn't help but ask.

“That was his own request, and I can only respect it,” Jessica replied calmly, then chuckled and asked teasingly, “What, feeling sorry for him?”

“How could I possibly feel sorry for someone like that!” Lisette retorted immediately, her tone betraying her unease.

"But isn't the third level of the dungeon too dangerous for first-year students?"

Lisette had assumed that Venere would handle Jessica's test with ease. But for some reason, Venere seemed to have lost patience with the matter.

Although the reason is unclear, Lysette can't get over the fact that Venus's reckless advance in the dungeon might be due to the bet.

She hasn't had a chance to repay the kindness yet.

"It seems like that's true." Jessica saw through Lisette's insincerity at a glance, and said casually, gently playing with her hair.

If the first three levels are considered dangerous, then what about being thrown into the fourth level by the teacher in the first year and having to escape the dungeon by working backwards on your own?

"If you're worried about Vena's safety, Little Lisette can go with him. I didn't forbid him from teaming up to conquer dungeons."

"...Adding me would only increase the difficulty of the strategy, wouldn't it?" Listy hesitated, expressing her concern.

The fact that such a question was raised clearly indicates that it had been considered beforehand.

“No problem. If little Lisette really has this idea, I have a way to help you~” Jessica’s words were full of temptation.

“Then…” Lisette was just about to speak.

Before she could speak, Jessica cut in front of Lisette and finished speaking in one breath, without considering the possibility that Lisette might refuse.

“Then little Lisette should go home and rest early today. From now on, I will personally train you for two hours every day.”

“Conquering dungeons requires a lot of preparation. Once Vena is ready, Little Lisette will definitely give him a surprise.”

In fact, Lisette had no reason to refuse.

If she could help Vena pass Jessica's test, it would be a way of repaying the life-saving grace she had received earlier. Lisette pondered this in her heart.

"it is good."

......

Time flies when you're completely absorbed in doing something.

The same applies to forging and reading.

By the time Wiener realized what was happening, it was already very close to the library's closing time.

"Phew, I actually watched it for so long in one go?"

From leaving home in the morning to near closing time, seven or eight hours passed in the blink of an eye.

I've only read less than a fifth of the "Foolproof Guide" in my hand.

This made Wiener realize the profound weight of knowledge.

"I'll borrow it back and continue reading," Viner decided to herself.

If I put this treasure trove of a guide back where it is, who knows who might borrow it the next time I come to the library.

This is because the senior students didn't need it and the new students didn't know about it, which allowed Wiener to get this advantage.

Once the official announcement of the city's opening is made, it's easy to imagine how crowded the library will be with freshmen cramming for the last minute.

Wiener didn't like being crammed together with so many people.

Carrying the heavy notebook, I went to the management office to register and borrow it.

"I did find a pretty good notebook."

When Wiener asked to borrow the books, Jessica registered the books and the borrower without even glancing at them.

Come to think of it, not to mention that the author of the notes is right in front of us, the sheer thickness of the notebook is enough to make it easily recognizable.

"Uh, senior, your self-praise is too obvious," Viner couldn't help but complain.

"As long as it works, that's all that matters. Remember to return it before the deadline," Jessica reminded her.

“Got it.” Viner nodded, patting the notebook in her hand as she did so. “If I clear the first three levels of the dungeon, my senior will deserve at least half the credit.”

"Even if you flatter me like that, I won't go easy on you. Besides, the test isn't about clearing a dungeon," Jessica said irritably.

"Ah, I understand. As long as we find the hero's relics stored on the third floor, right?" Vena looked like she understood.

“Wait a minute, what do you mean by ‘relics’?” Jessica suddenly changed her tone.

Oops, I accidentally blurted out what was on my mind.

As soon as these words were uttered, Wiener knew something was wrong.

Chapter 40: The Newcomers Flooding into the Ranking Tournament

How fervent can the people of mainland China be towards heroes?

If a vote were held across the entire continent to select the most lovable person, even the goddess would likely have to submit to the hero.