"I'm home now" Sigh…

Zin Reinhard. 26 years old, a mercenary. My family died in war 7 years ago, I've been alone ever since. I just got back from a mission as a mercenary in Africa. It was a disaster, surviving alone in hell like that was hard.

Now with my pay, I think I can live normally for a while. I was in the battle for too long and I hated the situation back then.

"I don't know what to do now…"

"I'm feeling a little bored, I guess I'll go out for a bit"

As I walked through the garden, a strange crack floating in the air appeared right in front of me. A very bright light appeared, but in the blink of an eye, I was in a different place.

"Where am I?"

Suddenly, I was in a majestic room, white and full of unknown patterns.

"What place is this?"

The same dimensional rift reappeared in front of me, but it looked bigger. Suddenly, a light flashed in the room that came from the pattern and merged into the dimensional rift. Looks like it's about to explode.

A woman. Has beautiful wings, dressed all in white and black hair. Suddenly appeared.

{You are the first, I have been waiting for someone like you to come}

"What? What happened and who are you?"

{I am God}

"God?"

{Yes, and also there are Valiant's}

"Valiant's?"

{They will come with chaos, I will send you to another world soon}

"Wait, what do you mean by Valiant's?"

{Not everyone can come to this place like you, so I can expect more from you. Be stronger, I believe in you}

"I don't understand, can you explain this situation?"

{No time to explain, I will send you right away}

The woman's hand pointed towards my chest, and a small light appeared and continued to grow rapidly, filling the entire room.

"Wait-"

Without being told anything, I was sent to another world. When I opened my eyes, I was in the middle of the city.

"Where am I?"

I looked around and saw many people wearing clothes that looked like traditional clothes, children playing, and someone wearing armor and a sword. He looked like a knight and looked surprised.

The same light reappeared, and someone suddenly came from the light. Not just one, suddenly many lights appeared and many people came.

That's when I realized something

"This is no longer the world I know"

Everyone who came through that light started to panic, confused, and fear. Many are wondering what happened, many are also looking for their friends or family. While I was thinking about what was going on, many people were talking around me.

`Where are we?`

`Huh? am I still drunk?`

`Where am I? They wear old-looking clothes\, are we in the interior of the village? How did I get here?`

`Look\, there's someone dressed up like a knight`

"Ah… People are just as confused as me"

Although this all feels like a dream, all this is real. Not long after that, a lot of people with horses and equipped with armor came over

"Attention, everyone! I am commander banzo, I am here to tell you all to follow all our directions until the current situation is under control"

`Hey\, stop joking with all this. Get me out of here.`

`Is this a prank show? You can be sued\, you know?`

"Look, you all have teleported here with a dimensional rift. You, Explorers. Come to this world, MY World. Listen to our instructions calmly, if you don't want to follow, then go to the world you come from."

Gulp... He's scary

`Dimensional rift? What is he talking about?`

`Teleported? What's happening?`

"Something like this has happened before, people like you. Explorers. Come to our world and defeat many powerful monsters. We appreciate good explorers who are willing to help us, but it's hard to control the bad ones"

Everyone looked confused, but the banzo commander explained everything calmly.

"We will explain more things while in the castle, Now, I want all the explorers who are here to follow us to the royal castle"

All agreed to follow the commander's directions, and somehow I feel like I'm in a fantasy novel. Speaking of fantasy novels, I've read novels with a similar situation like this before. Now, I'm a little curious whether the [System] or [Status Window] that often appears in fantasy novels is real-

"Eh?"

[Status Window]

[Name - Zin Renhard]

[Title - Blessed by Gods]

[Age - 26]

[Trait - Expert Strategist]

[Job - Unemployed]

[Stats]

[Strength - 10]

[Dexterity - 7]

[Intelligent - 9]

[Endurance - 15]

[Mana - 12]

[Abilities]

[Sixth Sense]

[Reinforced Physique]

Wait, this is real! But is my status high or low? I'll look at this again later. I wasn’t sure if it was good or bad, but obtaining something from the start was a big advantage.

Furthermore, I think I need to be prepared for whatever will happen.

"I just got teleported to this world, huh?"

Not far from where we came from, we arrived at the castle.

"Open the gate!"

They started taking us in. when I thought about it, there weren't many people teleported here either.

"Greetings, it's a pleasure to welcome you to my palace."

"All of you, Who comes from a distant world, have been teleported here."

"You all may be confused now, but we will explain what is happening now."

"This world is called Slyrith."

"There are four main continents in total and each of them. Was inhabited successively by humans, elves, beastmen, and demons."

"You are currently in Rizea country, one of the five human nations."

"The reason you are here is because of the appearance of the Valiants. They are powerful monsters, Strong monsters."

"We need your strength, Explorers. And this is related to your survival."

"Now, say status window."

`S- Status window.`

`Whoa\, what's this?`

Well, I already checked the status window by accident. But I don't know if my status is high or low. I better stay low and observe the situation for now.

"Look at your status, if any of you have the title of hero, please come forward. We will invite you to become one of the Royal Knights of the Rizea kingdom. We will support you until you are strong enough to kill the Valiants."

That sounds like a great offer, but I don't know what the kingdom is planning. Being a Royal Knight must obey all royal orders, right? I don't want to be used by the government.

"Once again, do any of you have a title hero? If there is, then move forward."

It seemed like the kingdom wanted a hero to appear. Is the situation here really that bad?

"This is bad, If there's no hero, then we'll have to wait for the next dimensional rifts."

What? Dimension Rifts? So earlier we entered the Dimensional Rifts and teleported to another world? This is unbelievable. However, I met a god before coming to this world. Did they also meet the gods?

"Since you all still don't have jobs, We will provide short training to survive low-tier monsters. After the training is over, We will give you enough money to live for a week. You have to get used to living in our kingdom."

`Fight with m-monsters?`

`Are you telling us to die?`

"Die or survive, it's up to you. We'll give you a brief training, then leave you free to do what you want. But still, be bound by royal rules."

Everyone looks shocked, do they think the kingdom will take care of you until you die? It's the same as when I was in mercenary, you need to "earn" to live.

"The training will start tomorrow, we will allow you to stay in the palace guest room only for today. Starting tomorrow, you must be able to adapt to this kingdom."

"Now, our maid will take you to your rooms. Prepare yourself for tomorrow."

When the maids took us to our rooms, we passed an enormous library. There are lots of books in there. I wanted to go in there and learn about this world, but we were told to rest for today. Good thing we were given our private room. I guess I should take a rest now.

Wait, should I? I could go there now. When I opened the door to go out, I met a guard guarding outside the room.

"What are you doing? You should be in the room until lunchtime. We'll let you know when that time comes. Now, go back to your room."

What the hell, are we a prisoner? Why are we locked up in our rooms? I must find a way out.

"Sorry, but I need to go to the bathroom. Can you let me out for a bit?"

"I'll give you 10 minutes, don't take it too long."

"Sure"

I'll try sneaking next time. For now, I'm going to the library.

[You have acquired a new skill - Negotiation]

[Negotiation Lv.1 has been added to the ability list]

What? A skill?

"Hey, why are you standing still? Don't you want to go to the bathroom?"

"Of course, I'll be walking towards the bathroom now."

Didn't he see something that appeared in front of me? Or are they unable to use or notice the system board? I'll find out more about this later. I'll go to the library first, or else the guards will be more wary of me.

With the ability I just got, will this negotiation skill be able to help me in negotiating? There is a level next to it. If this were a game, wouldn't higher levels mean stronger abilities? If so, then how do I level up this skill?

"Status"

[Status]

[Name - Zin Renhard]

[Title - Blessed by Gods]

[Age - 26]

[Trait - Expert Strategist]

[Job - Unemployed]

[Stats]

[Strength - 10]

[Dexterity - 7]

[Intelligent - 9]

[Endurance - 15]

[Mana - 20]

[Abilities]

[Sixth Sense]

[Reinforced Physique]

[Negotiation]

Can I interact with the system? Can I take a more detailed look at this negotiating ability?

Tap

[Negotiation Lv.1]

[The other party will find your argument acceptable (Low)]

"Good! Now, time to go to the library. This ability will be useful later."

I walked through room and room, remembering the location of each room in this castle. It's not like I'm going to get lost. Because by memorizing the place of each room, I will know the location of each room in this castle. I plan to try sneaking out at night if security isn't too tight.

[You have acquired a new skill - Cartographer]

[Cartographer Lv.1 has been added to the ability list]

"What?"

Surprised by the system that suddenly appeared, I barely noticed a guard passing by.

"Damn, there's a guard."

While trying to hide, I tried to find a way to get past the guards who were staying there. Not much hiding place to sneak. Hiding on the side of the room while waiting for the guards to pass isn't a great idea, but it can be tried.

"I should be safe here."

There was the sound of footsteps getting closer and closer. I saw the guard pass the room right beside me. Now is my chance! While hiding my presence, I tried to walk carefully. Making my footsteps silent.

[You have acquired a new skill - Stealth]

[Stealth Lv.1 has been added to the ability list]

"What? Stealth?"

I keep getting surprised by this notification window. I should have been far away by now, and the guard wouldn't have been able to see me by now.

"Gosh, I hope there aren't many guards guarding this castle"

I managed to sneak away from some guards watching the room. Walking stealthily, I arrived in front of the library door. There wasn't anyone nearby.

This is a great opportunity to bring a book from the library. I managed to pick up several books such as world history, the economic system of the country, and some books that I think are important.

"I will read these books when I get to my room. Now, it is time to return before the guards get suspicious."

When I returned, I didn't realize that someone had been secretly following me all this time.

"This is fascinating!"

Chapter 3 - Unexpected Event (3)

Dragons, Chimeras, Werewolves, and mythical creatures exist in this world! I never thought that there would be a time when I could see mythical creatures in person. I liked them when I was a child.

"Ah, I should read another book too."

"What's next, Economics?"

The currency here is using coins, there are five coins here. Copper Coins, Bronze Coins, Silver Coins, Gold Coins, and Platinum Coins.

One platinum coin is equivalent to 6 gold coins.

One gold coin is equivalent to 12 silver coins.

One silver coin is equivalent to 24 bronze coins.

One bronze coin is equivalent to 48 copper coins.

Judging by the price of food in the market, one loaf of bread was worth four copper coins. One package of lunch meals is worth 12 copper coins.

There is also a market price for other items. Food, equipment, weapons, monster loot. Wait, monster loot? Do they buy monster body parts? They also trade in monster cores. Next up is job classes.

Everyone starts without a job. They'll get a job when they defeat a monster. You will also get a level system when you have a job. When you reach the maximum level in your job, you can change your job class.

Job classes are divided into four, Main-Class, Sub-Class, Elite-Class, and Master-Class. Each class has a different level of experience required to level up.

Master-Class requires x5 times exp to level up.

Elite-Class requires x3 times exp to level up.

Sub-Class requires x1.5 times exp to level up.

Main-Class requires x1 times exp to level up.

Level 50 is the max level. However, it will be more difficult because it requires more experience if it is in the master class or elite class.

When changing classes to the next class, you will be given job choices. Every choice is valuable because the job that has been chosen cannot be replaced. Except when your job class advances to the next job class.

The job classes that beginners can choose when they get a job class are Warrior, Archer, and Mage.

"Last but not least, Monsters."

The monsters are divided into five tiers. Low-tier Monsters, High-tier Monsters, Chaos-tier Monsters, Legend-tier Monsters, and Valiants-tier Monsters

Low-tier monsters, all monsters in this tier are low-level. Such as slimes, wolves, and goblins.

High-tier monsters, all monsters in this tier are high-level. Such as orcs, ogres, and hobgoblins.

Chaos-tier monsters, all monsters in this tier are mighty monsters. Such as dragons, Amarok, and sea serpents.

Legend-tier monsters, all monsters in this tier are extremely powerful monsters. Such as hydra, cockatrice, and basilisk.

Valiants-tier monsters. There wasn't much information for monsters of this tier, but it was said that monsters of this tier could bring extinction to all races. The Valiant monsters that had appeared were the Primal Dragon Lord and Fenrir. It's said Fenrir destroyed three countries in one day.

However, the Valiant monster appears only once every 300 years. And we were sent here after 300 years since the last Valiant monster appeared huh? I wonder what kind of monster appeared now.

Knock Knock

"Now it's lunchtime, we'll take you and your friends to the dining room."

"Okay, please wait a minute!"

Oh, time goes by fast. I was too busy with these books that I lost track of time. Since I took this book secretly, I will hide this book first. I hid the books behind the desk shelf, I think it's safe there for now

Opening the door, I saw many people lined up following the guards.

"Follow the line, you will be led to the dining room."

"Okay."

I've spent my time studying, it's time to fill my stomach. I wonder what kind of food they will serve.

As we were walking toward the dining room, a girl bumped into my arm.

"I-I'm sorry"

She looks like a high schooler. Being dragged into another world without knowing anything must be hard huh?

"It's alright, what's your name?"

"M-My name is Liliya."

"Nice to meet you Liliya, my name is Zin."

She looks nervous.

"Cheer up! You'll be fine."

"Okay, thank you."

She answered while walking away. Silver hair, sharp eyes, long hair. This girl could have been a model. Unlike me, I have many scars on my face. Wait, is she nervous because I look like a gangster? I hope I left a good impression. I don't want her to see me as a bad person.

Shortly after, we arrived and were greeted by the servants in the dining room. Ah, the king is here already?

"All of you, please sit in the seats provided."

We all sat down, and the waiters came and served a lot of food.

"Today, we serve Wolpertinger meat. Tomorrow you will be training with the royal soldiers, so make sure to eat lots."

Wolpertinger? Do you mean this rabbit with horns and wings?

"we've already conferred with the counselors about you while you were all in your respective rooms."

"The situation is still the same as I explained this morning; you are allowed to stay in the palace until tomorrow. Then train with the royal soldiers, so you can defend yourself."

"After lunch, we will allow you to go around the kingdom. But you must be back to this castle before nightfall."

"As long as you are in the kingdom, you are required to follow the rules of the kingdom. We hope you can adapt to this situation."

"Now is the time to eat. Please enjoy the food we have prepared."

This is good, I want to check out the Explorer Guild. But for now, it's time to fill my stomach. I am curious about the taste of this meat. Hm.. The meat is a little chewy and a little salty, but it's delicious.

"It's delicious"

"Haha~ I'm glad you like it."

"Eat a lot, we will prepare another delicious meal later."

I'm full now. I'll go back to my room for a while, I want to check the books I've hidden. Since the king said we got some free time, now I don't have to sneak to go to the library anymore. But I have to return the book I took secretly before they know it.

"Economics, Monsterpedia, and Job Classes. I think this is complete."

After I picked up the book I had hidden, I walked back to the library. When I arrived at the library, someone who seems to be confused. I'll try to greet her.

"Hello, you look confused. Is there anything I can help you with?"

"Oh, hello! I'm Chilseu, a librarian! I'm looking for some lost books, can you help me?"

Long black hair, sweet face, and glasses. Looks like a girl who is keen to learn.

"Sure, what book are you looking for?"

"Economics, Monsterpedia, and Job Classes."

"I think I'm holding the books you mentioned. Here, check the book. Is this the book you were looking for?"

"Really? I'll check the books."

"Right, this is the books I was looking for. How did you find it? I have searched all over the library but can't find it."

"Sorry, I brought these books with me to study. I apologize for taking the book without telling you."

"That's fine, as long as the books aren't damaged. It doesn't matter. But please let me know in advance if you want to pick up a book from the library."

"Alright. Again, I am sorry."

"It's all right, it's okay. If you want to study more, you can study in this library."

Thank goodness, she wasn't mad about the book.

"Speaking of studying, I heard you're a librarian. I don't see a librarian job in books about job classes."

"Have you ever heard of Job-Class Tree?"

"Job-Class Tree?"

"Yes, everyone has a Job-Class Tree. The Job-Class Tree unlocks everyone's potential. The Job-Class Tree is divided into two. Branches and Roots."

"Branch. In this path, you can choose a job class that is suitable for combat. Like branches, the job classes in this path branch multiple times. There are so many job classes that you can find here. After selecting a job class, the next job class will be related to the job class you previously selected."

"Next up is the root. The job classes that are in the root path are non-combat classes. Here, almost all job classes are production classes."

"So it's like that, I understand. Thank you for explaining."

"You're welcome! You can ask for something else if you want."

That sweet smile is pretty cute. I'll tease her a bit.

"All right, then. There is something I want to learn from you"

"Of course, what would you like to learn?"

"You"

"Eh?"

While pointing at her, I approached her.

"Yes, you. I want to learn more about you."

"Um, I-I'm busy. Maybe next time."

Look at her, her face is red, and looking away from me. That's so sweet.

"Haha~ I'm just kidding."

"I'll be back here again later. For now, I want to go out. Exploring the kingdom. I want to know the life of the people here."

"Ok, have fun!"

As I walked out of the library, I was thinking while looking up at the sky.

"Maybe I shouldn't sneak into the library after all."