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Chapter 5 - Chapter 5: Death Penalty

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Haruto sighed and said, "Hey, thanks for the help, old man."

"It's alright, it wasn't a big deal," Zahak replied while rummaging through some stuff in the carriage. "By the way, have you decided where you're staying tonight?"

"I don't know, but I'll find an inn or something. Thanks again," Haruto replied, waving as he started walking.

He was surprised to see the streets still alive and bustling.

"People are still out even at night?" Haruto muttered, glancing around.

> [This place is peaceful. No monsters, thieves, or danger. That's why people feel safe even during the night.]

"Is that so... Well, even if there's no danger, I still need a place to sleep."

> [You see that large building in front of you?]

"Yeah. What about it?" Haruto asked, confused.

> [That's an inn. It's made specifically for visitors—and best part? It's completely free. No payment needed.]

Haruto blinked. "How do you know all this?"

> [As I said before—I know everything about this world. So go ahead, rely on me.]

"Man, you're really coming in clutch."

After walking for 10–20 minutes, Haruto reached the inn and opened the front door.

"Welcome to the Visitor's Inn! How may I help you?"

A beautiful woman with golden-yellow hair and matching eyes greeted him at the reception.

"I'd like a room for the night. Do you have any available?"

"Of course! Please fill out this form." She handed him a clipboard.

Haruto's eyes widened. Despite being from another world, he could read the form perfectly.

> [That's due to your unique skill: Analyze. It passively grants you the ability to understand and speak any language.]

"Holy crap... that's more useful than I thought."

He quickly filled out the form and handed it back.

"Here you go."

"Thanks! Your room is number 027." She handed him a key.

"Thanks. Uh... where exactly is that?"

She laughed softly. "Upstairs. Take the stairs to your right and walk straight down the hall—you can't miss it."

Haruto nodded. "Thanks again."

A few minutes later...

"Room 027... ah, found it."

He unlocked the door and peeked in. The room had a cozy bed, a window with a view, a small kitchen, and even a shower.

"This place is amazing... and it's free?!"

Haruto jumped on the bed, stretching out with a relaxed sigh.

"After everything today... this feels like heaven."

He closed his eyes and drifted off to sleep.

Next Morning

"GROWL."

"I'm starving..." Haruto groaned, rubbing his belly.

> [You should head downstairs and eat.]

"Right! And it's free too. This world's starting to grow on me."

He went downstairs and approached the receptionist.

"Hey, where can I get food?"

"Room to your right. You can order anything there."

"Thanks!"

Haruto entered the dining area. It was packed with visitors enjoying their meals. He sat at an empty table and ordered some food.

When the food arrived, he took one bite—and froze.

"...This is heavenly."

Then—devour mode: activated.

He demolished his plate in seconds. Then ordered another. And another. And another.

By the time he ordered his 19th round, people were staring at him like he was a black hole in human form.

"Did he not eat for the last five years?" someone whispered.

Later, outside the inn

Haruto stretched.

"What now...?"

> [You should join a guild.]

"Nah. I wanna chill for a few days first."

> [New Mission: Join a Guild]

[Penalty for failure: Immediate Death]

[Time limit: 3 hours]

"...WHAT?! Cancel that mission right now!"

> [Mission cannot be canceled.]

[Time left: 1.5 hours.]

"STOP IT!"

> [Time left: 1 hour.]

"OKAY FINE, I'LL JOIN A GUILD!!"

Haruto dashed through the streets like a lunatic, asking people where the guild was.

"It's about 1km north," someone pointed.

> [Time left: 29 minutes.]

"CRAP!"

Suddenly—

> [Virgin's Determination Activated]

[All stats doubled.]

Haruto felt a surge of power. He blasted off like an anime protagonist.

> [Time left: 10 minutes.]

The guild building came into view.

> [5 minutes.]

Haruto crashed through the doors, panting. Adventurers turned to stare.

"I want to join the guild!" he shouted at the receptionist—a red-haired, red-eyed beauty.

"You seem... in a hurry. Something wrong?"

> [3 minutes.]

"Just—just give me the form!"

He scribbled wildly and handed it back.

"Now place your hand on this crystal to check your magic power."

> [1 minute.]

Haruto slammed his hand down. The crystal glowed weakly.

"...You have no mana. You're F-rank—the lowest rank possible. Are you sure you want this?"

"YES. I HAVE NEVER BEEN MORE SURE."

Adventurers around him laughed.

"Bro's gonna die on his first quest!"

> [19 seconds.]

She handed him a badge with an "F" etched on it.

"You're officially an adventurer. Welcome to the guild."

> [Mission Complete!]

[You are now officially an adventurer.]

Haruto collapsed with a sigh of relief.

"Would you like to accept your first quest?"

> [New Mission: 1st Guild Quest]

[Objective: Complete one quest.]

[Reward: 200 EXP, New Skill – Stealth.]

"...Of course there's another mission."

"Here you go. Just kill ten slimes in the nearby swamp forest. You'll earn 10 bronze coins."

"Thanks." Haruto took the quest and headed out.

Swamp Forest – Slime Central

"This should be easy. I took down that vine monster in the illusion forest, and these guys are just... jelly."

> [Analyze]

[Slime – Level 1.]

[Weak to core damage. Immune to physical attacks. Acid spit may melt clothes.]

"Okay, one: gross. Two: thanks for the heads-up."

"System, give me a—wait, I've got toys. Gimme one Freezing Bomb."

> [Understood.]

A small, icy orb materialized in his hand.

"Cold… but cool."

Haruto got behind a tree and hurled the bomb into the slimes.

BOOM!

A blast of freezing energy turned a 200-meter radius into a shiny, deadly popsicle.

"Daaaamn. That's like Iron Man's freezer on steroids."

> [You gained 1,000 EXP.]

[Level Up! 5 → 9.]

[Skill Points: +5.]

[Slimes killed: 200.]

"Wait... I only needed ten! Why are they so squishy?!"

> [Mission Complete. Rewards Claimed.]

[New Skill Learned: Stealth – Become invisible and hide presence.]

"Nice! I'm practically OP now."

"System, show me my stats!"

> [Understood.]

Name: Haruto

EXP: 200

Level: 9

Title: Ruler of the Forest of Death

HP: 200

STR: 12

SPD: 6 → 9

DEF: 5 → 7

STA: 11

Skill Points Remaining: 0

"Looking good. Alright, let's head back."

Back at the Guild

Haruto slammed his completed quest paper on the table.

"Mission complete."

The receptionist blinked.

"That was… fast."

She handed him a pouch.

"Here's your reward—10 bronze coins."

"Thanks!" Haruto pocketed it and stepped outside.

"What should I do next—?"

Suddenly, the ground trembled. A deafening ROAR shattered the air as a massive snake burst from the earth. People screamed. Chaos exploded.

Haruto ducked behind a wall.

"What in the fresh hell is that?!"

> [Analyze]

[Demon Snake – Level 20]

[Extremely hard scales. Immune to poison and elements. Acidic venom melts mountains. Earthquake stomps can destroy cities.]

Haruto's face turned pale.

"...Yeah, so about being OP? I take that back."

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