Chapter 49.
[Name: Eugene]
[Race: Human / Minotaur (Subspecies)]
[Level: Lv1]
[Abilities: Strength 3400 SSS / 650 C, Endurance 3150 SSS, Dexterity 2650 SSS/ 610 C / 700 B, Agility 2550 SSS/ 115 H, Magic 985 S]
[Magic:]
[Plunder - Fully plunder a defeated target, continuously plunder a suppressed target]
[Demonize - At the cost of permanently losing something from oneself, gain a massive power increase]
[Limitless - All your attributes can be accumulated infinitely and can be released when necessary]
[Cin della - You can fully mimic beings with similar body shapes]
[Area Minor Heal - Quickly stop bleeding within ten seconds, can completely heal minor wounds]
[Flame Breath XL - Can spray a long-range, large-area magic flame]
[Skills:]
[Resistance Share - Abnormal status effects you receive can be shared or fully transferred to your clone]
[Pounce XXX, Casual Strike XXX, Echolocation XXX, Hardening VII, Frenzy VII, Pheromones XXX, Encirclement XL, Minotaur War Cry XX, Backstab, Inch-long Inch-strong, Long-distance Runner...]
[Development Abilities: Fortune F - Turnaround in adversity, rebirth from the brink]
After reviewing his current status, Eugene silently closed the System panel.
His attributes had reached an unprecedented level. Not only was it enough to satisfy the requirements for leveling up to Lv2, but it was also more than enough for Lv3 and Lv4.
Currently, all he lacked was a "Great Feat," or an achievement.
For most adventurers, the Great Feat for Lv1 was usually achieved by leveling up through gaining experience from group monster slaying.
This method was generally considered safe.
But correspondingly, the problem was that upon reaching Lv2, your potential would be much lower than those who risked their lives to level up.
The essence of leveling up is not just about increasing the stage of your strength, but also about further developing your potential. This concept is called "Vessel."
The harder you push yourself when completing a Great Feat, the larger the "Vessel" you can develop.
The protagonist, Bell Cranel, risking his life to defeat a Lv2 Minotaur while he was Lv1, was already considered an astonishing "Great Feat."
After his impressive promotion to Lv2 with all S-rank attributes, his progress was still rapid, putting him far ahead of everyone else.
Because of this extraordinary adventurous spirit, he was able to develop attributes that surpassed the limit, reaching SS and even SSS ranks.
This proves the importance of a "Great Feat" for adventurers.
And Eugene, on the other hand, had single-handedly, and without injury, killed a Lv3 Grant.
Such a thing would be considered a myth, let alone a Great Feat.
It was common knowledge that an Lv1 adventurer was just a little chick in front of a Lv3 expert.
Being able to do this was definitely sufficient capital for leveling up.
However, Eugene was not satisfied.
Because he was about to face a genuine Lv5!
The difference between Dix and Grant was far greater than the difference between Lv3 and Lv1!
Furthermore, because Dix's ability was special-he could cause groups to fall into a frenzy, indiscriminately attacking allies and foes-
Eugene had to consider Terryng his teammates to step back and face Dix in a one-on-one duel.
"In short, my current strength is still not enough."
"I'll prepare to level up in the next couple of days."
To have the confidence to face an Lv5, he must first overcome an Lv5.
A burning fighting spirit surged in the depths of the Minotaur's eyes as he looked up at the high ceiling.
On the other side of the glowing crystal at the top of the cavern was the 17th floor.
Sleeping within the gigantic crystal wall, on the essential path leading to the 18th floor, was the first nightmare adventurers experienced-Goliath the Giant.
And because Eugene had unintentionally drawn out Soma's divine blood,
the huge demon that was supposed to respawn a week later had already materialized early due to the Dungeon's hatred and anger.
Moreover, it had received an even more powerful body, sturdier physique, and stronger abilities from its mother.
A monster born for the purpose of killing a god, its name was "Black Goliath," with an estimated potential of Lv5!
However, in Eugene's eyes, this never-before-seen monster was not terrifying, but rather the perfect touchstone.
"Heh, just wait a moment."
An ominous aura and dark mist danced around Eugene's body.
"I'll take your life soon."
...
Perspective returns to the surface.
After finishing lunch, Eugene, Chloe, and Lunoire went together to visit Lili.
But just as they reached the hospital room door, they heard a voice raised in displeasure.
"Lili already said it's fine! Ryuu-sama, why can't you understand!!"
"Just going out for some air or something, how could I be attacked!"
Through the door, the three could imagine Lili's frantic state and Ryuu's unruffled, rigid face.
"Absolutely not."
As expected, the cool voice was unwavering.
Ha, for this girl, one thing was certain: she took my instructions seriously.
But did she confuse "personal bodyguard" with "jail guard"?
"Yo! Little Lili~"
Eugene swaggered through the door. His appearance instantly made Lili's eyes light up.
Ryuu, however, seemed to have already heard their footsteps and wasn't overly surprised.
"Eugene-sama!"
Missing him after a day, Lili leaped up and clung to Eugene like a koala. She looked much more energetic than yesterday.
"You look well." Eugene didn't shy away, letting the girl cling to him like a tree-dwelling mammal.
He even held her waist like he was holding a child to prevent her from slipping.
"Ehehe, Eugene-sama's scent~"
Lili loved Eugene's easygoing nature and rubbed her face back and forth against his thick chest.
Ryuu naturally disapproved of such an overly affectionate display between an unmarried girl and a single man.
"Lili-san, please quickly move away from that scoundrel, or there's no Terryng what he'll do."
She said this and tried to pull Lili off, but the girl immediately turned her head and stuck out her tongue in a highly provocative gesture.
"Tch!" Provoked like this, how could Ryuu tolerate it? She immediately rolled up her sleeves, ready to show the little girl her skill in shattering stones with a bare hand.
"Alright, alright." Seeing the situation, Eugene quickly mediated.
This woman was too rigid. She had already pulled the "human cannonball" move on him before; who knew what she'd do this time?
Getting a guard job and immediately punching the boss-truly the Elven Wastrel was living up to her name...
He sat on the couch with Lili in his arms, gesturing for everyone to come closer.
"Ah~ A feast for the eyes."
He had intended to start a serious conversation, but his true thoughts slipped out.
Being surrounded by a Cat-person, an athletic JK, an Elf, and a legal lol*-this was an experience he couldn't have in his previous life!
"Boss, can't you try to be a little less obvious, meow?"
Although they complained, everyone was already used to Eugene's personality.
Sniff sniff.
But at this moment, Ryuu, having moved closer, detected something unusual.
The Elf's senses allowed her to easily distinguish many scents.
That naturally included perfumes and cosmetics.
Her brow slightly furrowed, and she asked tentatively, "You smell entirely of... women?"
"Oh?" Eugene's expression was playful. "You can distinguish that?"
"The scent of a girl and the scent of a woman are different," Ryuu said seriously.
Seeing that Eugene made no attempt to deny it, Ryuu immediately understood that this guy had been fooling around again.
Her brow furrowed, her expression gradually darkened, returning to the contemptuous look that Masochists loved most.
"This guy's face is thicker than a city wall, meow!"
"Exactly! He took two beautiful girls to the pleasure district, Ryuu, can you believe it!?"
Hearing this, Chloe and Lunoire immediately got excited, criticizing Eugene relentlessly with one comment after another.
"...Eugene-san." Ryuu listened to the glorious tales of Eugene's previous night, and her face trembled.
"You really are a super, super awful man!!"
"Wow, that's harsh!" Eugene cried out in protest. "At least add 'of character' to that!"
"You can call me a scoundrel, but you can't say I'm awful!"
Ryuu didn't understand the difference between the two, but the fact was that she had indeed lost most of her hope for Eugene as a person.
Wait, why should I have hope for him?
Ryuu was surprised at her own disappointment. When did the two of them become so close? Was she even concerned about his private life?
As the saying goes, care leads to confusion; the more you care, the more you want that person to be good.
The Elf-san didn't realize that she had already fallen into Eugene's trap!
"Eugene-sama, don't mind her! Lili loves Eugene-sama the most!"
"Little sister, don't fall for it! This guy will eat your bones and all!"
"Exactly, meow! Don't be fooled by his tricks, meow!"
"..."
Watching the girls bicker in front of him, the corners of Eugene's mouth curled up.
This is what you call a harem, right (not exactly)?
If it weren't for those relentless pursuers, an everyday romance would not be impossible.
Unfortunately, there were no ifs.
Since he had started it, he had to see it through.
Clap!
With a crisp clap of his hands, the scene instantly fell silent.
All eyes simultaneously turned to Eugene, who was wearing a smile.
He looked no different than usual-just as dashing, just as flirtatious.
But in this atmosphere, everyone sensed the resolve deep within his eyes.
The cozy (?) everyday life was about to end.
It was time to prepare for war.
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