Chapter 63: Since You're Already Here, Let's Do Something.
With her remarkable endurance, Loria could actually choose to escape through a wide path.
The world was so big that even if the folks from Claren City despised her, they couldn't possibly chase after her across the entire continent.
Those people were chasing her relentlessly, so she could seek refuge with a powerful tribe of magical creatures.
Even if she was not very clever, relying on this incredibly seductive body of hers, she could still manage to get by in the tribe of magical creatures.
"In the worst case, I could just lie and claim to have succubus bloodline. If I give it a try, those monster girls would definitely believe me."
However, just like that famous line from a classic tale-
You've come all this way, can't you just walk straight through?
"We should give it a try, no matter what."
Loria actually missed her life before getting the simulator.
Although life back then wasn't necessarily good, it could definitely be called carefree.
For her, who never thought she could dominate the world in a different realm, that was the reality she wished to pursue.
However, Loria harbored no resentment towards the sudden arrival of the simulator.
Without the simulator, she would probably have met her demise in a haphazard confrontation with the beastly creatures on the outskirts of Creek Town.
After all, at that time her stamina was only a meager 8 points, which was 60% stronger compared to an ordinary person, but her opponent was a beastly creature, you see.
And her body was super sensitive, once she entered battle mode, the rate at which her stamina depleted was much more than 60% higher than that of an average person.
Loria's only dislike about the simulator was that it always depicted her in a negative light.
In a quaint little village, there lived a sixteen-year-old girl named Loria. Little did she know, the simulator had portrayed her as a terrifying figure, far more dreadful than a lonely widow who had suffered from hunger for years.
Oh, goodness.
"If I can't find a good partner, it will all be your fault!"
Loria turned off the simulator because it was getting late, and she had important tasks to attend to the next day. She put on her pajamas and went to sleep.
The next day was a sunny day.
Loria went to work as usual and later found some time to bring Doris back to her own house.
On her way home, she met Miss Plump Sheep.
Loria suddenly felt a flutter in her heart, and she asked, "Miss Yukihime, may I ask you a question?"
Miss Plump Sheep, with an excited expression on her face, calmed herself down and hastily nodded, saying, "Knight Loria, go ahead and ask!"
Loria said, "Why do you want to become an adventurer, and besides, I am much weaker than you. You don't need to worship me, do you?"
Isn't this two questions?
But since it was Knight Loria who asked, let's give her a proper answer!
Miss Plump Sheep said, "Ever since I was little, I loved reading adventure stories, but my father wouldn't let me go on adventures. He said I didn't have the ability, but I think he just wants to force me to do what he wants. So, I want to prove to him that I'm not only a capable adventurer, but also have the potential to become the Adventure Queen!"
Speaking of this, she proudly puffed up her chest, which was much bigger than her wallet.
With your personality, indeed, you aren't quite suited to be an adventurer.
Loria didn't say anything to discourage Miss Plump Sheep.
After all, people do grow and change.
When she first clashed with the guildmaster, the guildmaster bound her and punished her without mercy. She not only couldn't resist, but in the end, she humiliatingly surrendered and became the guildmaster's obedient servant.
As time passed, and her endurance grew stronger, the guildmaster, just a mere figurehead, could easily be sent away with just a month's effort, bringing her delight!
Don't be fooled by Miss Plump Sheep's frequent gullibility and her tendency to be rejected by others when she seeks teammates at the guild. They often underestimate her for being naive and lacking tactical skills, only capable of standing in one spot and dealing damage. But as the saying goes-
Thirty years have passed since they were on the east side of the river, thirty years have passed since they were on the west side of the river, but never underestimate a poor young girl!
In another sixty years, who knows, Miss Plump Sheep might just reveal her own regal prowess!
"You're the best, I believe in you!"
"Yes, yes," Miss Plump Sheep suddenly became happier. "I've met so many people, but only you, Knight Loria, have consistently encouraged and believed in me. Not only that, you are also a hero who fights against the slave trafficking organization. Your courage is like the epic ballads of adventurers mentioned in novels! Although you may currently have a slight disadvantage in strength compared to me, I believe that you will eventually catch up to me and surpass me!"
Good, you have a discerning eye, just like Felix.
When everyone was accusing me of being a succubus knight, only you could see, at a glance, the potential in me to become a heroic knight.
But I'm afraid I will disappoint you.
When the heroic knight gets too tired, I will go and become a vampire knight, resting on Doris.
Loria gave Miss Plump Sheep a big thumbs up.
After treating Miss Plump Sheep to a bowl of freshly squeezed orange juice, she returned to the office to continue slacking off.
As evening drew near.
Loria tidied up her work and then quickly slipped out of the office.
Just a little later, she would be caught by the guildmaster and be made to sit by the fire pit.
Sitting by the fire pit might seem enjoyable, but it was truly uncomfortable, and it even ruined her pants. She couldn't go without wearing them either, as that would give her away, and the guildmaster would mistake her for a strange knight.
This way, she thought, "trying to join forces" with the guildmaster might not be so easy anymore.
Instead of spending time sitting by the fire pit, it would be better to buy a massager, you can place it anywhere you like, but it's best to put it under your feet and keep pressing it non-stop from morning till night.
The speed at which endurance grows like this is probably even better than sitting by the fire pit, but it comes with a higher cost.
"We have arrived."
After walking for more than ten minutes, Loria arrived at the tavern where Vita often went.
Luckily, Vita was also here today.
"Loria!"
As soon as she saw her, Vita waved her hand to greet her.
Loria immediately walked over with a smile, saying, "Sister Vita."
"How come you have time to come here today?" Vita smiled, holding up a large beer mug.
Loria lowered her voice and said, "I heard the Guildmaster say that a investigation team from Claren City will definitely be sent over. I hope nothing will go wrong, right?"
Vita spoke with full confidence, saying, "Don't worry, they won't be able to find anything in their investigation. And even if they do find something, it won't be a problem, as it won't involve us."
"..."
After all, the person died on the way back, so it really wouldn't matter even if they found out something.
"Did you come to find me just to ask this?"
"That's not it, actually I have had a question all along."
"Hmm?"
"Vita, why did you help me without hesitation, even though we just met not long ago? Our relationship is good, but not good enough to risk your life for me. So, I was thinking, Vita, have you experienced something?"
Vita stared into Loria's eyes.
Loria showed no signs of fear. As long as she kept her composure, no one would suspect that she had slowly discovered the truth.
So now she was completely safe.
Vita took a sip of her beer and said, "You feel more like a journalist than I do."
Loria blushed and said timidly, "I was just innocently curious."
Vita said, "It's not something that can't be said. Rather than saying I'm helping you, it's more like I want to take a breather for myself."
She set down her glass.
"Breathe out?"
Vita nodded.
"There are many scoundrels like Chapman in this world, they can be found in Creek Town, Claren City, and even in the Imperial Capital."
From her, Loria learned that she, too, grew up in an orphanage, but the difference was that Vita had entered the orphanage when she was already eleven years old.
She used to live in a happy and harmonious family, although they were not extremely wealthy, they led a carefree life.
Back then, her father was also a journalist, but because he reported on something sensational, he became the target of others.
The blows kept coming, one after another.
First, her father lost his job, then he was attacked by some troublemakers and ended up in the hospital. And then, a medical accident left Vita's father disabled.
Without a doubt, this was planned revenge, and the revenge had only just begun.
To support her family, Vita's mother had to work outside, but no one was willing to accept her, except for a bawdyhouse that opened its doors wide. This was a blatant humiliation.
Vita's father decided to take his family away from that place of trouble, but in the end, they were stopped by someone halfway.
Next came the merciless act of violence.
Young Vita, who was only eleven years old, witnessed everything with her own eyes, and even she herself was at risk of being captured and trained as a slave.
"If it wasn't for a kind person passing by and rescuing me, I would most likely have been left to die in the wilderness."
Vita's expression remained surprisingly calm.
Loria asked, "So is that why Sister Vita aspires to become a journalist?"
"Haha, that's not the reason," Vita laughed. "Becoming a journalist was actually unexpected for me. I grew up in an orphanage, without any practical skills to make a living. When I saw the recruitment notice published by the Oder Travel Newspaper, I decided to give it a try, and surprisingly, I got selected. However, after being a journalist for so long, I have had enough. It's time to resign and enjoy life."
Loria nodded.
Vita suddenly reached out and patted her shoulder.
"Hey."
"?"
"Do you want to give it a try?"
"What are you trying?" Loria asked, feeling a bit confused.
Vita lowered her voice and said, "How about going to a bawdyhouse for a massage? Haven't tried it before, have you? I'm actually quite dissatisfied with my job, but being able to provide paid massages is the one thing that makes me feel good about it. Slime girls, water spirit girls, and orc girls... each monster girl offers a completely different experience. If you want to give it a try, I can treat you."
Grrr, how infuriating!
Loria gently clenched her fist.
Is this wicked woman trying to bribe me? What do you take me for, a susceptible succubus warrior?
Don't make fun of me.
"I, Loria, am a person of great integrity. In all seriousness, I would never fall for your tricks under normal circumstances!" Loria declared firmly.
Loria stood up.
Right at that moment, a shout suddenly came from behind her.
"Loria."
It was the guildmaster's voice.
Loria immediately walked over to the guildmaster.
The reason she stood up just now was not to urge Vita to hurry up, but because she anticipated that the guildmaster would arrive at this crucial moment. So, she got up early to prove that she stood with the guildmaster.
"It's time to go back and train," the guildmaster completely ignored Vita and said sternly.
Loria quickly agreed.
With things reaching this point, making excuses to avoid training was useless.
She actually wanted the guildmaster to torment her in a scarier way. This doesn't mean that she enjoys being tormented, it's just that she thinks it would lead to better training results.
The final battle was approaching, and Loria simply wanted to become stronger as soon as possible to increase her chances of winning.
But such words couldn't be spoken aloud, so she decided to spend some money another day to buy a massager to pamper herself instead.
"Goodbye."
Amidst the sound of parting, Loria waved towards Vita and then followed the guildmaster out of the shadows of the tavern and into the light outside.
