11 Getting a Consultant for Free!

Chapter 11 - Getting a Consultant for Free!

Finally, familiarizing himself with his current strength, Ethan left the dungeon.

Moreover, his first visit to the guild, the true 'behemoth' of Orario, where all Familias were nominally under the guild's jurisdiction.

Behind the guild stood the great god Ouranos, instrumental in Orario's establishment.

In the guild hall, numerous adventurers were present.

Those offering services for adventurers were mainly beautiful young ladies – elves, dwarves, humans, or beast humans. Without exception, all were young and beautiful girls.

"Hello, may I help you with anything?" Reaching the front desk, Ethan was greeted by a half-elf girl with pointed ears.

With chestnut short hair, emerald green eyes, and wearing glasses, she exuded intellectual beauty, making Ethan unable to resist taking a few extra glances.

However, when the elf beauty looked at Ethan, a hint of discomfort flashed in her eyes.

Elves revered nature and were proud of their purity, having an aversion to 'filth/impurity.'

Though she couldn't sense 'All the Evil of the World' Ethan carried, she still felt discomfort in his presence.

"Hello, it's my first time at the guild. I'd like to register as an adventurer and withdraw some money."

"Sure, may I ask which Familia you belong to?"

"Freya Familia!"

"Huh, Freya Familia?"

This time, Eina was genuinely surprised.

After all, members of Freya Familia were rarely seen in Orario.

Not to mention newcomers, the strictness of Freya Familia in accepting new members is unparalleled in Orario. Every member must be approved by goddess Freya before joining.

"Any questions?"

"No, please fill out this form."

While speaking, Eina took out a form from the table drawer.

In Orario, no one dared to impersonate a member of Freya Familia; that was truly risking their life.

Moreover, it was just registration, with no other significance. So, there was no need to hide or fabricate information.

Ethan took a look, and there wasn't much to fill in—name, age, level, affiliated Familia, and some other simple personal information.

As for why Ethan understood the language of this world, he wasn't sure.

It was probably his system's help.

Even though he didn't pass the English proficiency test back in college, in this world with a new language and script, he could read and write effortlessly, which he found unbelievable.

"Alright~"

Soon, Ethan filled in the information and handed it to Eina through the window.

Eina glanced at it, but when she saw the age section, she looked at Ethan in surprise.

Clearly, he looked like 18 years old, but she didn't expect his age to be 26.

To this, Ethan guessed that after transmigrating into this world, his body seemed to have undergone a time reversal, though the reason was unclear.

However, Ethan had no intention of pretending to be young.

He told others his actual age. He didn't want to follow the trope seen in many online novels where a man in his thirties or forties insists on being a 17-year-old youth.

After confirming that it was correct, Eina stamped the form with the guild's seal and then put it away.

From now on, Ethan was officially a registered adventurer affiliated with Freya Familia.

"It's done, Mr. Starfall~"

Although Eina didn't understand why his surname was so weird, she didn't dwell on it. She didn't know that Ethan was not from their world after all.

"Sorry to trouble you, Miss Consultant~"

"Just call me Eina."

Although her gut feelings weren't positive, Eina, as a guild consultant, had to maintain a professional attitude during work, and she genuinely felt Ethan was not a bad guy.

"Alright, Miss Eina, you can also call me by my first name. Besides, I also need to withdraw 100,000 Valis."

Saying this, Ethan took out the crystal card given to him by Freya and handed it over through the window.

Eina glanced at it and was immediately surprised.

This type of crystal card wasn't something an ordinary person could possess; It was something that only 'gods' could apply for.

Moreover, not all gods could apply for this type of crystal card; it required corresponding financial strength before they could apply for it in the guild. After all, the function of this crystal card is to borrow money from the guild.

The symbol of Freya Familia was engraved on Ethan's crystal card, clearly indicating that it belonged to the goddess of beauty, Freya.

However, Eina didn't dwell on this matter.

Even though only gods could apply for it, the cardholder wasn't necessarily a god.

Many gods would often give their crystal cards to their favorite children.

Ethan possessing the crystal card of goddess Freya indicated that, in Freya Familia, he should be a 'rising star' among newcomers.

"Mr. Ethan~"

"Huh? What's wrong?"

"Since you are a new adventurer. I wonder if you need consulting services?"

"Uhh, consultant?"

"Yes."

"Well, how much does it cost?"

Although he now had enough money, as someone who grew up in poverty, Ethan subconsciously wanted to inquire about the price.

Upon hearing Ethan's question, Eina found it somewhat amusing.

She didn't expect that the first thing he would ask about would be the cost.

"It only requires a 5% fee on your future earnings."

"Just 5%? No other charges?"

"Yes, just 5%."

"Well then, sign me up."

Ethan thought it was a great deal – a chance to get a free consultant.

Little did Eina know that the guy in front of her had never exchanged a single magic stone in the guild.

The so-called 5% fee was practically equivalent to nothing.

Her role as his 'consultant' was essentially a non-paid job.

Soon, after some procedures, Ethan became an adventurer under Eina's care.

Not only that, but Eina also handed him a money bag with 100,000 Valis inside and returned his card.

It was the first time Ethan had seen so much money.

"I'm really troubling you today, Miss Eina. I'll head back now."

"See you tomorrow, Mr. Ethan."

"Until tomorrow."

After exchanging pleasantries, Ethan left the guild, carrying 100,000 Valis in his pocket.

His first thought was to improve his life; he was determined to have a proper meal.

Having been in Orario for over half a month, Ethan had only eaten dark rye bread and some of the cheapest foods.

Now that he had money, he wanted to satisfy his taste buds.

Walking on the bustling streets of Orario, there were numerous vendors selling weapons, equipment, various potions, clothes, and backpacks – it was like a free market with everything available.

"I'll take one of these."

"Is this squid skewer? I'll take two."

"Wow, croquettes, give me two."

"Oh, fried potato balls, two of those too."

On the snack-selling side, Ethan accumulated more and more food, and his face was filled with happiness as he enjoyed his purchases.

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