Chapter 150: Chapter 150 - Dual-Attribute Elixir
Using teleportation magic—
As soon as they returned to the clinic, they saw Miach busily working on potion-making.
"N-Naaza? Raven...?"
He paused mid-process, surprise flashing in his eyes.
""""Good evening, Miach-sama.""""
Raven, Mikoto, Daphne, and Cassandra greeted him politely.
"Miach-sama… Raven and I managed to collect the eggs."
"We also have the Blue Phoenix Butterfly wings. Let's begin the brewing process."
Naaza smiled warmly, her fluffy tail swaying with delight.
After a brief explanation, Miach quickly understood the situation.
Racing against time, Naaza and Miach began brewing the new dual-attribute potion like madmen.
"Mikoto, Daphne, Cassandra—let's help them out."
Raven offered to assist them with the labor.
"Alright…"
Seeing how frantic they were, Daphne stepped in to help.
Mikoto and Cassandra followed as well.
As time quietly passed, night had already fallen before they realized it.
Under a star-filled sky,
In front of the wide-open gates of a grand mansion,
Test tubes filled with deep blue liquid were handed over.
"This is a new product from our familia. I can guarantee its effectiveness."
"Hrm… hrrrrmm…"
Dian Cecht groaned lowly as he accepted the vial Miach offered him.
He examined it closely with his own eyes,
Then passed it to Amid standing beside him for verification.
After taking a small sip, Amid nodded slightly.
"This is a dual-attribute elixir that restores both stamina and magic power."
"A brand new potion, unlike anything that's existed before."
"If sold through your familia, it'll surely bring high profits."
"And it fits your faction's philosophy of constantly catering to adventurers' needs."
"There are twenty vials in total. That should be more than enough to cover this month's dues."
"Buy them."
"D-dammittttttttttttttttttt!!"
From beyond the tall walls surrounding the mansion,
Raven and the others heard the shout and instantly knew the deal had gone through.
"Looks like it worked…"
Cassandra whispered.
"That old geezer isn't stupid. There's no way he'd turn down easy profit."
Naaza chuckled knowingly.
Raven let out a quiet sigh of relief.
He had actually considered buying the potions himself.
After all, the shop on the 19th floor of Babel had already finished renovations, though it wasn't open yet.
The divine quarters on the 49th floor were also completed, along with five indestructible swords.
All commissioned from the Goibniu Familia.
Just yesterday, Hestia finished paying off the final balance.
Then Raven had them begin renovating his own mansion as well.
The formal suits he ordered from the Lafat Clothing Store had already been delivered to their base.
And the custom-made top-tier gear personally forged by Hephaistos-sama was now stored in his dimensional inventory.
After thinking it over—
As an exploration-type familia, there was no need to compete with clinic-type familias for market space.
Better to focus on managing the massive casino under his command.
After all...
Casinos raked in money far faster than apothecaries.
"…Still, that's impressive."
"Being able to craft a brand-new potion in such a short time."
Mikoto murmured in admiration.
"People in Orario only ever focus on the Dungeon. They never look beyond the city…"
"If they just turned their eyes outward, they'd find so much more."
"Thank you, Raven—and all of you…"
Naaza bowed deeply again.
"You don't need to be that formal."
"Before the War Game, you gave me a bunch of high-grade magic recovery potions, remember?"
Raven gave a sheepish smile.
Back during the War Game—
Takemikazuchi Familia had lent him teammates, while Miach Familia had gifted potions.
Ten high-grade magic recovery potions and ten high-grade healing potions.
Though he hadn't used many of them, Raven was the kind of person who always repaid kindness.
In addition...
Hephaistos Familia had given him two basic magic swords.
And even a single magic sword on the market could cost over a million valis.
Not long after, Miach stepped out from the mansion and rejoined them.
"Miach-sama, is everything settled?" Mikoto asked.
"Yes, it's all taken care of."
Miach smiled warmly and looked at each of them in turn.
"Once again, thank you all. It's only thanks to your help that we managed this."
"We're really grateful."
Raven shook his head and said,
"It was nothing. Just a little help."
"If you're able to pay off even a portion of the debt, then that's enough for us."
Naaza expressed her gratitude once again, then lifted her gaze.
From within her cloak, she took out five vials of deep blue liquid and handed them to Raven.
"These are the dual-attribute elixirs. Please accept them as a thank-you gift."
Naaza's eyes softened into a smile as she handed them over.
"If you ever need help, just call me. I'll be there in a flash."
Raven smiled and accepted the potions with both hands.
"Sure thing."
Then…
Naaza leaned close and whispered in his ear:
"That thing you mentioned… would tomorrow night be alright?"
Raven gave a small nod, smirking.
"…No problem."
…
Current Potion Inventory (Dimensional Storage):
20x High-Grade Magic Recovery Potions
5x Dual-Attribute Elixirs
40x Standard Healing Potions
11x High-Grade Healing Potions
30x All-Purpose Potions
…
After parting with Miach Familia, it was already 8:30 PM.
"Alright, let's hit the tavern for a feast!"
Raven turned to the three girls with a bold grin.
"Sounds good, Raven-danchou."
Daphne arched an eyebrow and returned the smile.
"Consider it a celebration for the new members."
"As long as you're with me, fine dining every day is guaranteed."
Hestia hadn't been home these past few days. She was probably staying with her bestie, Hephaistos.
Because…
There were only a few days left until the Monster Festival.
Tomorrow night, Ganesha Familia would host a grand banquet.
—The Banquet of the Gods.
…
They arrived at the largest tavern on West Street.
—The Hostess of Fertility
As soon as they stepped inside, every adventurer drinking there turned to look at them.
Then…
The room burst into murmurs and hushed excitement.
"Hey, it's the Heavenly Demon Lord!"
"No doubt about it—that's the guy who won the War Game!"
"Yeah, that's him!"
"'Shadow Step' is here too? Her gravity magic is insane."
"Heard those two top officers from Apollo Familia joined Hestia Familia."
"Can't believe it's true…"
"…"
A side note—
After the War Game ended, Hestia had the gods grant Mikoto her title on the spot.
And as expected, she received the same one as in canon: Shadow Step.
As for Raven, now at Level 3, his title remained unchanged.
"…Raven-san."
"You're here?"
Syr, busy serving food and drinks, hurried over with a smile.
"Yeah. Let me introduce you—these girls are our new familia members."
…
Author's Note:
Main storyline planned: Monster Festival → Moon Goddess Festival (Artemis Arc).
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