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Chapter 5 - [Trouble at the Shop!]

"Did we get them all?"(Moon Knight Lvl 4)

"I think we got a few extra."(White Rabbit Lvl 3)

The duo went outside the city and according to the information they had collected from a few random NPCs and city guards, they were able to gather more items than they were supposed to. 

In between the collection, they also encountered a few desert worms and slimes which helped them gain a few levels in the process. It was honestly a win-win situation for them.

"Let's get back then."(Moon Knight Lvl 4)

With that being done, both the players rushed back to the place where the shop was. Though unlike the morning, now there were more than a few dozen players looking into the shop. Perhaps because they all heard about this place through the forums, they quickly gathered enough money to buy a few iron weapons from here.

Though as the duo got close, they found the situation being a bit more serious than that.

"Halt!" (Youngkidseven Lvl 2)

A random player wearing the basic armour stood there, stopping the duo from moving closer to the shop. Along with him stood about 10 more people who were guarding the shop for some reason.

"You don't have the permission to enter here. From now on, the will be taking control of this shop. If you want to buy anything from here, you have to pay 10 Copper to us first!" (Youngkidseven Lvl 2)

It was a ridiculous demand. But unlike other games, this game didn't have the concept of Safe Zones yet. Hence, players can actually kill others in the safe city. It was done in order to bring realism to the game. 

"What should we do now?" (White Rabbit Lvl 3)

Moon Knight looked at the NPC behind the counter observing the scene with a curious look. It didn't seem like he was bothered by it, which made Moon Knight wonder if this was really going to be all. Shouldn't there be some form of self defense for the shop in case someone tries to monopolize it?

"Let's go. We shall come back when there are more people collected here, or at least when our levels are high." (Moon Knight Lvl 4)

A safe choice. Even though they wanted to finish the quest fast, it wasn't important enough to compromise their levels. In fact, they might even lose their items if they try to fight them right now. Hence, they decided to leave from there.

"Are you guys going to leave just like that?" (Antler Lvl 5)

"??"(Moon Knight Lvl 4)

As they both turned around, they saw a bulky man wearing a red coat in front of them. He had a rather disgusting smile on his face, and looking at the way he was observing the duo it didn't seem he harboured any good news.

"What do you want?" (Moon Knight Lvl 3)

"Give us 50 copper both of you along with your weapon and we will let you go. Else…" (Antler Lvl 5)

Looking at the tyrant-like behaviour, MoonKnight sighed. He had bought an iron dagger previously with the money he had and was successfully able to hunt a few monsters, even helping (White Rabbit) to level up. 

Though before he could even speak anything…

"You fuckers are you shitting crazy?!! Do you think we are your ducking slaves or something?!! Who they fuck are you to monopolize that shop?!! Give me the dagger Moon, I will slit his throat by myself!!" (White Rabbit Lvl 2)

It seemed like White Rabbit was much more fierce than she let out to be. Moon Knight, knowing her temper, sighed again. He knew that now they can't back down anymore.

"You bi-!!!"( Antler Lvl 5)

-Critical Hit! Debuff Bleeding has been randomly applied!

"Don't you DARE call her that." (Moon Knight Lvl 4)

A dagger to the neck, and Antler fell down on his knees, holding his neck unable to speak even a single word. Perhaps because he was a level higher, he still had half of his HP left. But Moon Knight didn't waste even a single moment as he went for two more attacks at the same point as before.

-Critical Hit!

-Critical Hit!

[You have Killed a Player (Antler Lvl 4)]

[You have received +500 Exp]

 

[You have Leveled up!]

[+1 Skill Points]

[+2 Stat Points]

[Your Karma has decreased by 100!]

[Your total Karma (-100) has reached a negative value!]

[Your drop rate has increased by 10%]

[Clear Your Karma by doing Temple Quests at a nearby ]

A bunch of notifications, but that was not important for the Moon Knight. He looked at all the other players surrounding him and White rabbit.

"Sorry Rabbit. It seems like I got us into trouble again."(Moon Knight Lvl 5)

"It's okay. I would have done it, if not you."(White Rabbit Lvl 3)

The surrounding players looked at each other for a few seconds before three of them moved towards the duo. 

"When did this city become a lawless Zone?" 

A man with red hair, wearing a red coat, walked towards the players. In his hand, he carried a bunch of books and scrolls, observing the players he had a peculiar look in his eyes.

[??? Lvl ???]

And a black coloured text filled with question marks appeared above him, signifying that he was one of, if not, the most strongest NPCs the players had yet to witness.

"Kill them fast!"

One of them shouted and then all of them stopped as they saw the same NPCs standing between Moon Knight and White Rabbit.

"When did he…" (Moon Knight Lvl 5)

"My name is Falcon. It was truly amazing to see such a gentleman in today's age. Can you hold this for me, please?"(Falcon)

"??" (Moon Knight Lvl 5)

"Isn't that the name of the Weapon Shop? Are you the owner?" (White Rabbit Lvl 3)

 

Handling all the items in his hand to the Moon Knight, Falcon then looked at those other players who were previously surrounding his shop. He sighed before speaking,

"You all seem like good kids. Don't do anything stupid like this. I am kind so I will forgive this once, but if you try to do this again, trust me, I will make sure that you can't even enter this city again."(Falcon)

It was a warning. 

A warning from a strong NPC that monopolizes the only weapon shop in this city.

The players looked worried for a few seconds before one of them raised both his hands in the air. And then spoke out,

"I am out. Even though the guild rewards were good, I don't want to antagonize a key NPC. The risks are too much."

And then as if a chain reaction occurred, making others give up as well. One of them made a comment on how they will kill the duo later when they leave the city, which others agreed with.

"Seems like we are safe for now." (White Rabbit Lvl 3)

"For now, at least." (Moon Knight Lvl 4)

"Hmm? What are you waiting for? Follow me."(Falcon)

The duo player's ears perked up as they looked at each other before observing Falcon walking inside the shop. And with anticipation in their eyes, both of them sheepishly followed behind him.

[Forum]

[Anonymous3: Hey, have you seen that weapon shop in Mirag City? I heard it sells basic weapons.]

[Anonymous7: Yeah, though I couldn't go there because of those Stroma bastards. Sobs]

[Anonymous21: Ah! I just saw them getting defeated by a powerful NPC. ]

[Anonymous31: Hmmm? Who are those players with him? Did they get any quests?]

[Lullaby001: Hey! Did you guys know? There is a shop in the Border Town, Everyday Array Shop that sells special items. Damn! I am Jelly! ]

[IamZero0191: I heard the NPCs were two cute girls with witch outfits. Leena and Anna. I think they were from the trailer.]

[LeenaFan1: We are creating a Fan Site for Leena and Anna! Donations are welcome!]

[Anonymous49: Did anyone find any rare or unique quest? Any hints on the mainstream quest?]

[IamZero0191: Don't know. Though from what I have heard, there are a few clues regarding that. Something about Brothers of Salvation. I think it's related to a group of strong NPCs.]

[Anonymous01: I have also heard a few NPCs talking about them. I think the names were Adam Wesker and Neptune.]

[Anonymous 03: O.o]

[IamZeroa0191: I think we might need to wait for the guilds to find out more about them. Especially who is keen on finding out about the lore.]

[Anonymous01: Waiting!]

[Anonymous49: Waiting!]

[Anonymous03: Waiting!]

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