章 4: Profits, First Meal and Worries

After all the trades were completed, Gray took a moment to check his inventory and calculate the total profits he had made. As he looked through his new items, he couldn't help but feel pleased with the outcome of the trade.

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[ Inventory ] ( 17/25 )

- Flameboar's Meat ( x25 )

- Flameboar's Bone ( x8 )

- Flameboar's Tusk ( x1 )

- Flameboar's Leather Jacket ( x1 )

- Magic Orb ( Rank: 1-star ) ( 7x )

[ New Items ]

- Stone ( 200x )

: A solid and hard mineral material. Can be used for crafting and building.

- Iron ( 50x )

: A strong and durable metal. Can be used for crafting.

- Coal ( 50x )

: A combustible rock that can be used as fuel for a fire.

- Salt ( 1kg ) ( 2x )

: A crystalline mineral substance. Can be used for cooking.

- Bottled Water ( 500 ml ) ( x20 )

: Refreshing and pure water contained in a convenient bottle for easy consumption. Perfect for staying hydrated on the go.

- Metal Frying Pan ( 1x )

: A flat-bottomed pan made of metal used for frying and cooking.

- Lighter ( 1x )

: A small device used to create a flame for lighting things.

- Metal Spoon ( 10x )

: A utensil with a small bowl-shaped end used for stirring and serving food.

- Chef's Knife ( 1x )

: A sharp and versatile knife used for cutting and preparing food.

- Ceramic Plate ( 5x )

: A flat dish made of ceramic material used for serving food.

- Comfortable Mattress ( King Size ) ( 1x )

: A large, soft surface used for sleeping and resting.

- Comfortable Pillow ( 3x )

: A soft cushion used to support the head while sleeping.

"That's a lot of items, It seems like selling food is really profitable right now," Gray said as he retrieved a water bottle from his inventory, he made a mental note to send his goblin servants, Gobulus and Goburus, to hunt for more food tomorrow.

After unscrewing the cap of the water bottle, Gray took a long, refreshing gulp. The cool liquid flowed down his throat, soothing his dry mouth. He felt a sense of relief as he quenched his thirst, realizing how dehydrated he was from the exercise routine he had just finished moments ago.

Gray let out a satisfied sigh and said, "Ah, that f*cking really hits the spot. There's nothing like a cold drink of water after an intense workout."

After finishing his water, Gray carefully placed the bottle back in his inventory, making sure not to spill any of the precious liquid. He then reached into his inventory and retrieved the Flameboar's Leather Jacket.

As he put on the jacket, he couldn't help but admire the craftsmanship of the garment. The leather was soft to the touch, and the jacket felt sturdy and protective. Gray zipped up the front and adjusted the collar.

"Nice! This is very comfortable and warming," Gray said, as he stretched his arms and felt the jacket's snug fit. "It's going to be perfect for the cold night later," he added, feeling satisfied with the item.

After admiring his jacket, Gray took out the Flameboar's Meat from his inventory, ready to prepare a delicious meal. He also took out the items he needed for cooking, including the metal frying pan, metal spoon, chef's knife, and salt from his inventory.

He scanned the surrounding area and found a suitable spot to start a fire. Using the lighter, coal, and stones from his inventory, he built a small pit and started the fire. Once the flames were stable, he placed the frying pan on top of the rocks to heat up.

Gray grabbed the Flameboar's Meat and started cutting it into long, thin slices. He also cut a piece of meat and placed it in the pan to slide it around so that the meat would excrete oil. After a while, he added the sliced meat to the pan, seasoned it with salt, and started frying it.

The aroma of sizzling meat filled the air, making Gray's mouth water. He skillfully flipped the meat over with the metal spoon, making sure that each piece was cooked evenly.

"Nothing beats freshly cooked meat," Gray thought to himself as he served the dish on a ceramic plate. He grabbed two more ceramic plates from his inventory and carefully divided the cooked meat evenly into three portions.

Carrying the plates, Gray made his way to the small cabin. As he entered, he placed the two plates on the floor and sighed, realizing that he should have bought chairs and a table.

"I really need to invest in some furniture later," he muttered to himself as he settled down cross-legged on the floor.

As Gray was about to take his first bite, he heard a familiar knock on the door. Knowing that it was Goburus and Gobulus, instead of getting up and opening the door, he called out to them and instructed them to leave the wood they had collected outside the cabin.

"Come in and eat with me," Gray said, gesturing towards the plates of meat. After a moment of hesitation, the two goblins entered the cabin and sat down on the floor, as Gray had done. He handed them each a spoon and a bottle of water.

At first, they were reluctant, not wanting to eat with their lord, but Gray pestered them until they finally gave in and started eating.

Gray watched as the two goblins devoured the meat on their plates, grateful for the food he had provided them. The three of them ate in silence, enjoying the delicious meal that Gray had cooked. As they finished their plates, Gray leaned back, feeling satisfied.

He patted his stomach contentedly and said, "D*mn, "I can honestly say that was the best meat I've ever had in my entire life."

After savoring the delicious meal, the trio took a few moments to rest and clean up their plates and utensils. Once they were finished, they stepped outside the cabin and Gray noticed that the sky was now a deep shade of blue, signaling that night was quickly approaching.

Gobulus and Goburus proudly presented the long logs they had collected earlier in the day, and Gray was impressed by the amount of wood they had gathered. He complimented the two on their hard work and ordered them to cut the logs into smaller pieces and stack them beside the cabin for the night.

While the two goblins busied themselves with cutting and stacking the logs, Gray told them to make sure to finish their task before they could come inside to rest for the night.

After reminding them, he entered the cabin and retrieved the bed he bought from his inventory, placing it in one corner. He was pleased to find that the bed was both soft and comfortable, and he quickly settled onto it.

He took out the pillows and placed one on the bed for himself while leaving the other two on the floor for Gobulus and Goburus. He lay on the bed and made a mental note to buy beds for the goblins the next day.

As Gray settled into the soft and comfortable bed, he couldn't help but feel exhausted. The physical exertion of the day had caught up to him, and he could feel his eyes growing heavy.

Despite his skill "Mental Fortitude", Gray couldn't rid himself fully of the stress caused by being chosen as a representative of his planet in the survival game, and it lingered in the back of his mind.

He also couldn't help but wonder what was happening back on Earth at that very moment. Were people panicking and chaos reigning supreme with the sudden and unexplained disappearance of so many people?

Gray knew that he couldn't dwell on his worries for too long if he wanted to survive the game. He took a deep breath and tried to clear his mind, focusing instead on the task at hand. Tomorrow was a new day, and he needed to be ready for whatever challenges the gods have created.

With that thought in mind, Gray finally surrendered to the pull of sleep, his mind drifting off into dreams of adventure, danger, and the unknown.

Gray woke up abruptly to the sound of a loud notification bell ringing out across the entire sky. It was a sound that he had heard before.

At first, he was disoriented and confused, trying to make sense of his surroundings. But as he looked around, the memories of the previous day came flooding back to him.

He remembered the interface, his servant goblins, and the delicious meat that they ate. He remembered the feeling of exhaustion that had overtaken him and the worries that had kept him up at night. And most of all, he remembered the fact that he was now a participant in the grand survival game.

As he sat there, Gray realized with a sinking feeling that yesterday had not been a dream, but a harsh reality.