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Chapitre 39: Chapter 39 - Dredge Sent Me Here 

Broken was so exhilarated that day, unable to contain his enthusiasm at obtaining the Monster Soul Stone. He was eager to sell it immediately, but he sensed that it would be more beneficial to refine the stone into something more powerful, such as equipment, or to give it to Polly to help her grow even stronger. The excitement buzzed within him as he contemplated the possibilities.

He leaned closer to Polly's head, still riding atop the fox that was galloping towards Deadbay City.

"Tell me, Polly," he said, his voice filled with curiosity, "what will happen to you if I give you this Monster Soul Stone to eat?"

"Master," Polly answered quietly, her voice almost a whisper against the wind, "we spirit beasts will absorb the spirit of the monsters from the Monster Soul Stone, and it will affect the skills that I might receive when I develop later."

"That doesn't mean you're going to turn into a wild boar, does it?" he asked with a hint of amusement in his voice.

"No, Master," she responded eagerly, her voice conveying her excitement. "I will still be a fox, but with many more tails from now on. However, Master, I won't transform immediately after you provide me with the Monster Soul Stone, I mean, there is no assurance that will happen. Therefore, you'd be better off using that thing for something else first. I have devoured plenty of Monster Cores in the last day, and I'm content with that."

Broken then proceeded to the plaza in the center of town to sell all the spoils of his hunting trips: mostly animal meat and bones. The bustling marketplace was filled with the sounds of haggling and the scent of various goods. However, since there were many other sellers of the same items, the prices weren't very high. As he placed the coins he had earned on the counter, the sound of clinking metal filled the air, a satisfying melody of success.

"Twenty silver coins? Wow," he said happily, realizing he'd hit the jackpot in one day. On top of that, he had acquired Monster Cores and a Monster Soul Stone earlier.

[Coins: 0 gold 61 silver 40 bronze]

"I think I'd better save the Monster Cores for Polly's food or use them to make armor and weapons later," he added, still smiling.

He thought about exchanging the coins he had for actual money and maybe taking Lily out for a nice dinner, as it had been a while since they had done something like that. His uncle had only been home once every two weeks since then, and his uncle's salary had been used to cover Lily's tuition fees and to pay off the mortgage of the house they were living in.

"I think leaving some Monster Cores for Polly is still okay for now," Broken finally made up his mind, and he took a short walk toward the official merchants in the plaza. He knew that here, they had more stable buying prices for items of value, such as Monster Cores.

After haggling and confirming all the prices again, Broken got a total of 145 silver from the ten monster cores he sold. He nodded happily as he felt he had really made a huge profit that day, his pockets heavier and his spirit lighter. The prospect of a better future, even just a small step at a time, filled him with a sense of accomplishment and hope.

He still had five Common-grade monster cores, one Rare-grade monster core, and one Rare-grade monster soul stone. Despite having more than enough for Polly's food, he felt it was too expensive to feed her, especially if he had a contract with three Spirit Beasts. But then, having Polly was like having an extra person on his team; her fighting potential resembled that of a player with the same or even a higher level. Her strength and agility in battles had proven invaluable time and again.

"I have to wait until I can enter the Temple of Blessings again and try to find a contract with another Unique-grade Spirit," he muttered softly to himself, the thought both daunting and exciting. "Or I'll have to find another way to get my hands on some high-grade spirits."

[Coins: 2 gold 6 silver 40 bronze]

Broken's heart raced as he held the gleaming gold coin in his inventory for the first time. It shimmered brightly, a symbol of his hard-earned success. Without the blessing bestowed upon him by the goddess Akidia, he may have never been able to amass such wealth. He was more likely to exchange his coins for real money before even reaching one gold coin of game currency. The realization of his progress filled him with a sense of pride.

Taking a few small strides, he arrived at the outskirts of the plaza, at the same spot he had agreed to meet with Dredge. He waited there, anxiously anticipating the next steps he would take for his big quest. The bustling market around him seemed to blur as he focused on his thoughts.

A few minutes later, as the sun was already sinking over the horizon, casting long shadows across the plaza, Broken noticed a man walking towards him. He recognized him as Dredge, the person with whom he had made an appointment. Dredge's appearance was as imposing as ever, his stern expression giving away little of his thoughts.

Dredge had an angry look on his face, whether he was really angry or if this was his default expression. His brow was furrowed, and his eyes seemed to pierce through the dimming light.

"Follow me!" he said curtly.

Broken followed Dredge without saying anything since he saw that Dredge was not the type of person who liked to engage in small talk, and he was also not a fan of it. The silence between them was thick, but Broken felt no need to break it.

After a while, they arrived at the outskirts of the city, in front of an old wooden house. The structure looked weathered but sturdy, with ivy creeping up its sides and a small garden at the front.

"There." Dredge pointed, "Tell her that I brought you here."

Broken nodded in agreement.

"Let me know if you need any other help from me. You can meet me at the usual place," Dredge added, his voice softer now, almost kind.

Dredge then walked away, his heavy footsteps fading into the distance.

"Thanks, Dredge," Broken shouted, waving his hand in appreciation, though Dredge didn't look back.

Broken smiled with relief to discover that not all NPCs were looking for money. He chuckled softly, then made his way towards the house. He paused for a moment, admiring the quaint building, before gently knocking on the door.

"Who is there?" an old woman's voice called from within.

"Uhm… sorry, Dredge sent me here... I wanted to know something about Moonstone... and I was hoping you'd be willing to help me out." Broken spoke slowly, making sure to enunciate each word clearly.

"Dredge?" queried the aged woman's voice once more, this time with a hint of recognition.

The sound of footsteps followed, and the door in front of him swung open. He was confronted with the bent figure of an elderly woman, her age likely around eighty. Her eyes, though clouded with age, sparkled with intelligence and curiosity.

"Who might you be?" she inquired, her voice gentle but firm.


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Chapitre 40: Chapter 40 - The Hidden Source of The Moonstone

It took Booba all day before he could finally make it to Deadbay City. The journey was long and arduous, but he pressed on, determined to reach his destination. He deliberately kept his plans a secret from Broken, knowing that he was also in the city. He intended to surprise his friend when he received the information about the Moonstone. The thought of seeing the look on Broken's face fueled his determination.

He had asked around and wandered the bustling streets of the city until he found a man named Dredge. That night, he spotted him in the plaza in downtown Deadbay. The plaza was lively, with people moving about and the sounds of merchants hawking their wares filling the air. Booba quickly approached Dredge with a stern look on his face, though a wide smile betrayed his annoyance.

"Hey, old man, I have a question for you. I hope you will cooperate before my patience runs out," Booba said, his voice a mix of frustration and forced politeness. "You know, I'm usually a very pleasant person, so I hope you appreciate my kindness."

"What do you want?" Dredge asked, seeming bothered by the presence of the player. His tone was gruff, and his eyes narrowed in irritation.

"Tell me about Moonstone," Booba replied.

"Is this how one should ask another person? Don't you know how to be polite, young man?!" Dredge said, looking irritated. "Young people today really need more education."

"Shut your mouth and answer my question, or else I will make you answer it," Booba said sternly, his patience wearing thin.

"I don't care about your demand."

"You're really testing my patience, old man."

"Hey, look, that player is threatening the natives," one of the merchants shouted, pointing to a distant figure as a scream came from the same direction. The attention of the plaza shifted towards Booba and Dredge.

"City guard, please, a player is threatening local residents!" another voice called out, causing a stir among the people.

"Hey, you arrogant player, don't make a mess here," another player shouted from across the plaza, clearly annoyed by the disruption.

"Who cares!" Booba shouted back, his frustration boiling over. "You are only a novice to me, so shut up." His voice echoed through the plaza, drawing even more attention.

But then, from afar, several city guards could be seen running towards him. The clinking of their armor and the determined expressions on their faces made it clear they meant business. When Booba returned to face Dredge, the old man had already disappeared, vanishing into the crowd.

"Shit!" Booba cursed, realizing his opportunity had slipped through his fingers. Then, seeing the city guards closing in on him, he knew he had no choice but to escape. He ran with all his might, weaving through the crowded streets and trying to lose his pursuers.

***

Gia, the elderly woman who sat before Broken, chuckled softly, her weathered face illuminated by a tranquil gaze. "So, Fokil asked you to look for the Moonstones?" she asked in a muted voice, her eyes reflecting a mix of nostalgia and curiosity.

"Yes... and Dredge sent me here," Broken replied.

Gia rose from her chair, her movements slow but deliberate. She walked to the corner of the room and picked up a framed picture, holding it tenderly to her chest before placing it on the table. The picture showed Fokil and a young man in his thirties, both smiling broadly.

"That's my husband and Fokil, taken about fifty years ago," Gia explained.

"So," Broken replied slowly, "he was a friend of Fokil back then?" He recalled Fokil's face from the picture, which had smiled broadly in contrast to the current Fokil, who seemed like a drunk. The change in his demeanor over the years puzzled him.

Gia then went on to explain, "Being a miner, obtaining moonstones is no easy feat. They are incredibly rare and not highly valued due to the lack of knowledge on how to utilize them. The blueprint for crafting with moonstone is only possessed by a select few, and it's possible that only Fokil truly understands its potential. It seems that the true value of moonstone can only be understood by these two individuals."

Broken nodded slowly. "It is understandable that the two of them would work hard to obtain that thing; clearly, there must be a special reason for it," he said, feeling a growing sense of curiosity about the Moonstone's true purpose.

Gia nodded slowly, her eyes reflecting a deep understanding. "Yes, I suppose so; however, it appears that my husband's promise to accompany Fokil to retrieve the Moonstones may not be fulfilled due to our limited human lifespan."

She sighed sadly, the weight of her words hanging in the air. "It's an unfortunate truth that humans have shorter lifespans than dwarves. This means that human friendships often don't last as long when they're with races with longer lifespans. Ultimately, those with longer lives will be left behind when their friends have less time left in this world."

He could tell that Fokil had undergone a significant transformation, despite appearing happy and upbeat in pictures with Gia's husband. Could it be that he was struggling with the absence of his old human friend?

"I saw Mr. Fokil seems happier in this picture," Broken said, pointing to the picture with a thoughtful expression.

Gia smiled warmly. "He is actually a kind person. It's just that he has difficulty accepting new people in his life. My daughter and I still often visit him and bring him some food. It's our way of staying connected and helping him through his struggles."

"He is a good blacksmith?"

Gia nodded, her eyes reflecting pride. "Yes, and actually I'm quite amazed that he gave you this assignment because this is the first time since my husband's passing that he brought back the topic of Moonstone. It seems he saw something valuable in you, something that reminded him of the old days when he and my husband worked together."

"Is that what you think?"

Gia nodded slowly and smiled again.

Broken paid close attention as Gia explained, trying to gauge the worth of the mysterious object. The more he heard, the more intrigued he became about its purpose. His mind overflowed with ideas and inquiries.

"So, you want to mine the Moonstones?" Gia then looked at Broken, her expression questioning but also hopeful.

"Yes, I managed to mine 10 high-quality iron ores when I first learned to mine, and I was determined to do this to answer Fokil's challenge," Broken replied firmly.

"Wait a moment," Gia said, then she stood up and walked into the adjacent room. Her steps were slow but purposeful, leaving Broken to ponder what she might bring back.

A few minutes later, she emerged carrying a wooden box, which she placed gently on the table. She opened it with care, and immediately, a glistening light shone from inside the box. A white stone appeared, radiating light from within, capturing Broken's full attention.

[High-Quality Moonstone]

"What?!" Broken's eyes widened in shock as he saw the beautiful stone in front of him.

The light from the stone bathed the room in a soft glow, making it clear that this was the object he had been searching for.

"So, this is Moonstone?!" he exclaimed, his voice filled with awe and wonder.

[Congratulations! You were the first player to uncover the hidden source of the Moonstone, a precious mineral connected to ancient elements and worth a fortune.]


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