บท 11: Increase
"With two pairs of goblin ears, I believe you can get four copper coins," said Aran, wondering if Albert wished to continue his job. "Or you can ask Fila for goblins subjugation…"
"It's fine. I am going to continue working with the Haze Grass." Albert politely declined as he realized he wasn't strong enough to handle goblins. He just hoped he could do another four bonks to get this Bonkmanship and potentially kill the goblins with ease.
"Is that so? I wish you luck." Aran nodded.
Albert nodded and looked at the two goblin ears that still had blood on them. He wanted to wash it away but decided to put it inside his pocket.
He then waved his hand to Aran while walking away.
He continued his job and searched for the Haze Grass, finding a total of 33 blades of grass. This made him happy because he would get 16 copper coins. It was enough for a while.
Finally, the sky had changed to orange as it became the sign for him to return to the town.
Without hesitation, he dropped his search and started walking back to the town.
After Aran checked Albert's condition, he let him pass, saying he was proud of him.
It seemed Aran was sympathetic toward Albert, whose story only came from his previous world.
However, Albert was oblivious as he made his way toward the guild, ignoring all the horny people that had been increasing in number.
He entered the already crowded bar and it got silent once again.
"Oh! Have you gotten the grass?" A green-colored guy shouted in a friendly manner.
Albert's body shook as he didn't know why this guy asked a question even though they didn't know each other.
Albert made a weird smile and politely answered. "Y-yes."
"Don't bully the new guy." Fila raised her voice, stopping everyone who wanted to talk. After that, she smiled at Albert and waved her hand, asking him to come over.
Albert had another reason why he had an awkward expression.
[Horny Targets: 38]
'They're increasing.' He thought while making his way to the counter.
"How was your search? Did you get anything?" Fila's tone was gentle and soothing as if she didn't want Albert to suffer.
"Yes." Albert took out all the grasses and goblin ears from his pockets, placing them on top of the table.
Even the adventurers behind him were shocked when they saw Albert's first haul. They never thought Albert would be this capable with this low-level job, especially since he was a sheltered guy that had been tormented for his whole life.
This increased their respect for Albert without the latter knowing it.
"Wow, that's so many!" Fila expressed her surprise and praised Albert. "You're very good."
She showed a sweet smile as if it was such a normal thing to do.
Before Albert could reply, the guild's door was opened by a couple. They were the pair One-horned Onis Albert saved in the forest.
When they saw his figure, they couldn't help but shout while pointing their fingers at him. "Ah! You…"
Albert turned around and his body trembled, never expecting to find the couple again this soon. He thought he could end the day without trouble, but he was wrong.
Fortunately, the thing he feared didn't come.
Fila was the first to react and ask them. "Do you guys know him, John, Elia?"
"Yes, Sis." John nodded with a serious expression. "Remember when I told you that a Demon Dog saved our lives from some goblins?"
"Ah!" Fila dropped her jaw in amusement as she took another look at the goblin ears Albert presented. She connected the dots and realized Albert's strength was quite high.
After all, John told her that Albert managed to crush the goblin's head after shattering its club. That required a powerful strength since Albert's weapon was a wooden bat.
There was also a report from Elia that she was blown away just by a light push, so Fila knew she had underestimated Albert's power this whole time.
"This…" Albert scratched the back of his head, wondering what he should say to deescalate the situation.
Unfortunately for him, his torture didn't stop there as he got another notification.
[Horny Targets: 39]
'Huh?' Albert's body shook as he immediately looked at the couple before turning his head to Fila. The couple had no reaction to Fila after entering this place, so they shouldn't be horny again for the time being.
Hence, there was only one possibility why the Horny Targets increased.
'She's horny? What the—' Albert had no words come to his mind as this shocking truth blew his mind away. 'Why? Who? Does she love her own brother? This bond shouldn't result in horniness, so...'
Albert gulped down as he thought of himself as the target. However, he couldn't understand why Fila would like him.
At the same time, he couldn't show it openly as he tried to find a word to say because he startled her with that sudden turn. "You're his sister?"
That line was the best thing he could think and he was lucky that Fila took the bait.
"Yes. Thank you for helping my brother and my sister-in-law." Fila smiled and politely nodded her head.
"That's right. We never found you again after that, so we exchanged it for money to give you if we meet again. Although it's not much, please accept this." Johnson handed him ten copper coins.
"This…" Albert didn't know whether he should receive it or not, especially in front of everyone.
As the situation became even more awkward, Fila added, "Please accept it. I'm very grateful to you."
Not wanting to stay under the spotlight anymore, he hurriedly grabbed the coins and said, "I will accept it. Thank you."
"No, thank you." Johnson smiled.
After that, Fila hurriedly calculated the grasses and goblin ears. "Since there are 33 Haze blades of grass and two pairs of goblin ears. I will give you 16 copper coins and this potion."
She presented a small vial with purple-colored liquid inside. She added, "This can strengthen you if you drink it before you sleep.
"Also, I would like to invite you to sleep at my house for today. I am really grateful that I am still able to see my brother… Please let me thank you."
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