“Tell more about this, Charles,” I demanded, excitedly gazing into the flustered man’s eyes.r
He did as I instructed, not sparing the details of the whole narration given to him by the Camp’s Ace.r
“So, it was Daniel’s team that defeated them, eh? Hobgoblins…” I mumbled amusedly.r
During my earlier conversation with Charles, he had told about Daniel and his expedition team. Apparently, he was their ace, and the one with the highest level thanks to his Gift.r
‘At least now I know who that bitch, lissa, is leeching off of.’r
The most surprising aspect of the discovery was Daniel’s sudden change. While I hadn’t t him yet, I got all I could about him from Charles. I also saw his Status Information from the book he had given , which confird it.r
“Daniel… is now a good guy…?!”r
My shock was very great since I never expected things to turn out this way. Usually, the protagonists et their bullies after so long, and the bullies remain pieces of trash. The Mc teaches them a lesson and has his revenge.r
However, in this case, Daniel has taken on a new Alignnt, with the marker (Penitent) given to it.r.
‘The ‘Penitent’ marker is given when those with a terrible Alignnt turn into a Good one.’r
The opposite is the ‘Depraved’ marker, which signals the opposite. If a person’s Alignnt moves from good to the evil side, that is when they have it.r
“To think Daniel would turn good… why does he always get in my way…” I gritted my teeth, surprising Charles.r
Wouldn’t a person usually be happy to hear that soone they knew to be bad had beco good? Well, not !r
After all, I had always looked forward to the day the evil bastards who tortured paid for their actions. Yet… yet… the fool had turned good?!r
‘Unforgivable… I refuse to accept that!’r
Suddenly, the solution hit . As soon as I thought of it, my rage cald down. The more the thought dwelled, the more acceptable it seed, until I made up my mind to carry it out.r
It was simple.r
“If he could beco penitent and shift to good… all I have to do is make him return to his evil ways!”r
That was genius, wasn’t it? After all, people never truly change!r
“Yes, the Hobgoblins are monsters who aren’t known to form pairs, yet about thirty were seen banding together to fight us. That’s a true horde!” Charles said to my statent concerning the strange experience the Expedition team had faced which led to their partial extermination.r
Well, to be honest, Hobgoblins weren’t really impressive monsters to . However, considering that Ana’s team had to work together to defeat one, they had to be a big deal in this current era. r
‘Plus, compared to the Basic Kobolds, Hobgoblins have higher stats… is it possible-?’ My thoughts rang.r
Instantly, I knew I had struck gold!r
“Yess… Yess…!!!” My body throbbed in excitent as I relished the thought.r
If the basic Hobgoblins were already superior to the average Hell Kobold Spawns, it could only an that there were even more powerful variants of the Hobs, which could be translated into one crucial thing for .r
EXP!!!r
“It’s ti to begin farming!” I grinned.r
Charles watched silently, not daring to speak. I realized my thoughts were leaking out, so I quickly cautioned myself and regained composure.r
“This is a good opportunity, Charles… don’t you think so?” I asked, giving the Camp leader a raised brow.r
He didn’t seem to understand what I was saying.r
“I’m saying I can solve your problems for you. After all, you know how strong I am.” r
My words got through to him, as he widened his eyes and deliberated on what I had just said. However… he didn’t bite.r
“What’s in it for you?” He suddenly asked, glaring at a little.r
“What do you an?”r
He sighed, calming himself. No matter how scared he was of , he wasn’t about to risk everything he had built, or even lose his life in the process. I could tell he was being careful.r
“This whole thing has been suspicious from the start. From Ana’s testimony, the whole story about the masked man and your past… I assu they were all fabricated? Your identity is most likely the sa as that masked man.” Charles began.r
I nodded with a smile. This man was quite sharp.r
“Also, since you were generous enough to give us so of the supplies from your base, I assu you have way more to spare? After all, you must have plundered everything in those other buildings.” r
“Once again, you’re correct. What’s your point?” I asked.r
“My point is, there’s nothing of value for you here! Even if you take over this Camp, save us from the horde, or whatever you have planned… there’s absolutely no point. I don’t see any rit or gain for you if you stick around here.” Charles said, looking at with confused eyes.r
I could understand his logic. I had only spent a night here, but it was enough for to understand the current state of things. Their total amount of resources didn’t even equal a quarter of mine, and most of them were junk! The most essential supplies were despairingly little. Healthy food and water, those were the most basic necessities, yet they were in dire need of more.r
During our conversation, I had made Charles show the log of supplies, as well as everything they had in their storage facilities.r
He was a little hesitant to comply at first, but with a little ‘convincing’, even the stubborn Camp Leader could be reasoned with.r
Their supplies could only last for two more weeks at this point.r
“Don’t you worry about my plans, I’m more concerned about you,” I replied, dodging his question.r
“M-?!” He stuttered, wondering what crazy thing I was about to utter.r
“Yeah. You seem like a smart, resourceful and logical man. Plus, you have that useful Gift of yours… why then? Why would you choose to remain bound to this Camp when you know the situation?” r
That’s right… This Camp was a sinking ship! r
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