Albedo: Aura's report states that there has been no contact of many other Yggdrasil players in our immediate vicinity. But she's expanding her surveillance to the great woodlands near Nazarick. Hopefully, she'll have better luck there. If they are out there, she'll find them. Also, I have information from the man we captured. He's from the Slain Theocracy. And commands their special ops unit.

Ainz: The Slain Theocracy...It's a theocratic nation that wishes unite humans against all other races. If given the chance, they'd wipe out entire population of ogres, goblins, and lizardling. I believe it would be too dangerous to have any contact with them now...

Albedo: There's one last thing. What should we do about the people we saved?

Albedo: Don't do anything that would make the citizens of Carne Village see us in negative light. We gain that foothold and friendly terms, I want it to stay in that way.

Albedo: Understood, master. That's it, there's nothing left to discuss from the daily report.

Ainz: Good job.

Albedo: I'm unworthy of such praise! You are too kind. I need you to take me right here and now. Please, do whatever you want to me, my love!

Ainz: Albedo...I'm not going to take advantage of you. I programmed you to have this feelings towards me. That's all.

Albedo: I honestly don't see what the problem is?

Ainz: Huh?

Albedo: Tell me something, are you truly disturbed by my feelings? Is my love a burden, master?

Ainz: Ugh, oh, that's not it at all.

Albedo: Wonderful! Our relationship can move to the next level!

Ainz: Eh...?

Albedo: I'm so happy that we both agree on this issue!

Ainz: But I messed the settings Tabura designed for you...

Albedo: Load Tabura wouldn't mind. After all, I'm like a daughter to him. He'd be happy to know that I found true love after he left.

Ainz: You really believe that?

Albedo: Uh-huh...(Knock knock)...er?

Shalltear: Lord Ainz, I hope you are doing well on this beautiful day.

Ainz: I am doing very well. As I hope you are, Shalltear. Is there something I can help you with?

Shalltear: Oh, no. My day has already been improved just by laying eyes on your exquisite form, my lord...

Albedo: Well, if that's all you need it, why don't you go bother someone else? Lord Ainz and I are busy right now and your pathetic flirting has interrupted us.

Shalltear: Should those old ladies can be such a bore, don't you think? They claim to whomever they can, because they've passed their pride.

Albedo: You're trying to pass yourself off as young and perky. But I know the truth about your two little friends that have suddenly appeared. It's pitiful...stuffing your bra.

Shalltear: I will rip your hag face off!

Albedo: Remind which one of us is a walking cadaver?!

Albedo & Shalltear: Grrrr....!

Ainz: Knock it off you two! You're acting like children!

Albedo & Shalltear: Sorry! Lord Ainz!

Ainz: Well, why are you really here?

Shalltear: Right, I'm getting ready to depart for my assignment with Sebas. As I understand that we may be away from Nazarick for quite a while. I wanted to make sure I said proper good-bye to my lord before I make my absent.
And I couldn't leave without one last look at you.

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Adventurers: ...Hmm?

Brita: Huh...?

Bartender: Need a room? Costs you five blond pieces each. Meals are gonna--

Ainz: I only need one room, thanks. Forget the meals.

Bartender: Hmm? Now, you're only low level copper plate. This place's gonna be too ex--

Ainz: It's just our time registering. Unfortunately, they make me start copper.

Bartender: Now, it's seven blond pieces! Payment do upfront!

Ainz: That's not a problem.

Bartender: Hmph, the room is upstairs and the back.

Ainz: Hmm?

Narberal: Eh?

Adventurers: Heh heh...

Ainz: Hilarious.

Bold Man: Hey! Watch before you're going, you big-off? How can I work with a busted ankle, huh?
Uh? Look at here! Perhaps, your little vixen can kiss and make me feel better!

Ainz: Ha ha ha! Not even in your dreams. Your uncivilized behavior is quite amusing. I can't help but laugh.

Bold Man: What?! ...Oh? Ngg...!

Ainz: Look at that. You're not so funny when you can't breathe, are you? Weakling.

Bold Man: Aahhg!

Brita: Ah!

Ainz: So, does anyone else has something humorous they want to say about my companion? Because I--

Brita: Eeeek!! Gah!
I cannot believe this! What the hell, man?! You just spilled my potion all over the floor back there! It wasn't cheap, you know!

Ainz: Potion?

Brita: Yeah, that's right. Do you have any idea how long I've been waiting to buy that? I had to skip meals and stop drinking until I can afford it. Took months! You've better pay for it or things are gonna get ugly!

Ainz: Excuse me, but I believe these men should reimburse you.

Brita: You really think these drunks can pay me back? I doubt they've ever seen a piece of gold in their life. You, on the other hand, you're wearing some expensive looking armor and I'm betting you have a healing potion or two in there. I'd be happy with getting one of those?

Narberal: Grrr...

Ainz: Actually, I do.
Ugh?! Wait! Wait...here you go.

Brita: Humph! ...Hm? A red potion?

Ainz: That makes us even, right?

Brita: Hmm...Sure, for now.

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Narberal: Lord Ainz, you shouldn't have to stay in such a small and disgusting place.

Ainz: It's not that bad, Narberal. Bat the guild doesn't seem to set any member standards. Hopefully, our adventurers don't act like hooligans. Then again, when you're fighting monsters, brains aren't much of requirements.

Narberal: What are we going to do about the woman who took your potion?

Ainz: As an iron level adventurer, she currently outranks us in this city. It's best let it be for now. We'll deal with her later in private.

Narberal: Hmm...

Ainz: ...I am curious about something, what're your thoughts on humans?

Narberal: Complete garbage.

Ainz: Seriously, her too?!
...Narberal, I can't order you to change your feelings toward humans, but I need you to control your hostility while you're in public.

Narberal: If you wish, then, I will try.

Ainz: Oh, and don't call me Ainz. Remember, I'm Momon in this city.

Narberal: Of course, Lord Momon.

Ainz: It's just Momon. And I will no longer call you Narberal Gamma, you're now Momon's partner Nabe.

Narberal: Sorry, I won't forget again Momon...Sir.

Ainz: That's still bit too formal. But it'll work for now.
Anyway, we should discuss our plan of action while we're in E-Rantel.

Narberal: Yes!

Ainz: Ugh...okay, then, our main objective in this city is to gather knowledge about this new world we've been transported to. In order to obtain such information, we will go undercover as low level adventurers.
We will gain experience by completing quests. With our skills, we should quickly reach the highest ranks with mithril, oriharcon, and adamantite. Once there, we will be assigned harder quest, which should allow us to access the most useful intel.

Narberal: Flawless plan, my lord. I'm in awe--

Ainz: It's Momon. But you're wrong, there is one problem...our currency is worthless. The majority of our money is gold from Yggdrasil, we can't use it. It would be publicly announcing that we came from somewhere else. And, if there are other players that happen to be living in this city, there is no guarantee that they'll be friendly toward us. Therefore, our first goal is to make ourselves some money.
Let's find a job!

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Nfirea: Welcome.

Brita: Er, Are you Mr. Nfirea Bareare?

Nfirea: Yes, and how may I help you today, miss?

Brita: I need you to appraise a potion for me.

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Nfirea: Grandma!

Lizzie: Hmm?

Nfirea: You've gotta see this!

Lizzie: Huh? It's...red!

Nfirea: What do you know about it?

Lizzie: First, I need to examine it properly.

Brita: So, this is Lizzie Bareare...The famous pharmacist?

Nfirea: She's the best there is. Though, I may be biased.

Lizzie: I'll use my Appraise Magical Item spell. It should detect any enchantments. Ah...?

Nfirea: So, what's up with it?

Lizzie: Nn fu fu fu ha ha...!

Nfirea: ...?

Lizzie: Tell me, Nfirea, the modern manufacturing process causes all potions turning blue, correct?

Nfirea: That's right.

Lizzie: Well, this, I've never seen anything like it. It's made of pure magic like something from a fairy tale. A true potion, healing, resembles the color of god's own blood.
I never believed that it actually existed. You are one lucky lady. This is equal to a second tier healing spell. Easily worth eight gold pieces!
But, there are risks with having such a rare item. There are people out there who would kill to get their hands on a potion this powerful...

Brita: Ehh?!

Lizzie: I can't help, though. You wouldn't have to worry for sell it to me?

Brita: But I...

Lizzie: Hmmm?

Brita: Eh...

Lizzie: Ha hah, alright, I have another proposition for you.

Nfirea: Eh...?

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Adventurer A: Wow, check out that guy's armor.

Adventurer B: Looks quite expensive.

Adventurer A: And he's just a copper plate.

Adventurer C: Typical rich kid playing [potash?].

Adventurer A: Shiny present from dad, ha ha!

Ainz: This is bad...I can't read these postings. And Narberal isn't able to read any language. Hmm...
Consider this quest done.

Receptionist: I'm very sorry, sir, but you're only a copper plate. This request is looking for a mithril.

Ainz: I'm aware. You'll find me more than qualified.

Receptionist: I have to follow the guild's rules.

Ainz: The rules are wrong.

Receptionist: Guidelines are set for a reason. With out of the reckless experience, you could get someone hurt or worse.

Ainz: Ha! You see, my companion here, she's a third tier magic user.

Adventurer D: Third tier?!

Adventurer E: That's no way...

Ainz: I have the skills enough that I countable to her. It would be a waste of our talents to accept a mere copper plate quest.

Receptionist: I understand, but the rules are very clear. I simply can't allow it.

Ainz: No problem. You're just doing your job. Sorry if we came across just upon us.
Please, assign us up for the most difficult quest available on the copper plate field.

Receptionist: Yes, of course. Give me just a moment.

Ainz: Perfect! I can't believe that worked!

Peter: Hey, mister?

Ainz: Hm?

Peter: You two could join our adventuring group if you are interested?

Ainz: Really?

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Peter: Let me introduce everyone. We call ourselves Swords of Darkness. I'm Peter Mauk, the leader. Over to my left is a ranger, Lukrut Volve. He's eyes and ears on the field.

Lukrut: Hai!

Narberal: ...

Lukrut: Eww...

Peter: Our capable druid that his magic to heal us and manipulate nature, Dyne Woodwonder.

Dyne: Nice to meet you, folks.

Peter: And last but not least is the brains of operation and our magic user, Ninya, the spell caster.

Ninya: Hello there. Peter, stop it. I keep telling you that nickname is embarrassing!

Peter: Why? You know you should be proud of it.

Lukrut: Our Ninya here is a talent holder.

Ainz: Seriously?! That's impressive.
In this world, that means he was born with a special ability...

Peter: Ninya has a talent called Magic Affinity. He's able to learn magic spells twice as fast as the average caster, isn't that right?

Ninya: Urm...

Ainz: That's amazing.

Ninya: It's not like I did anything to deserve this. I'm lucky. Part of me feels it's actually kind of unfair advantage...

Peter: Such modesty. He's a famous talent holder. We're proud to have him on our team.

Ninya: Yeah, well, here in E-Rantel, there's a more famous talent holder.

Dyne: That would be master Bareare.

Ainz: Who? ...Oh, how rude of me. This is Nabe. And I am Momon. Glad to have your watching our backs.
So, about this Bareare guy, what kind of talent does he possess?

Peter: You don't know? There's absolutely no way you guys from around here then. That actually explains a lot.

Ainz: You're correct. We just arrived yesterday.

Peter: Well, his name is Nfirea Bareare. He's the grandson of the well-known pharmacist in E-Rantel. He was born with a talent that allows him to use any and all magical items without training.

Ainz: Impressive.

Narberal: That could be...useful.

Ainz: Agreed.

Peter: Now then, I'm sure you're wondering why we need your help. Our current objective is to destroy all the monsters that have wondered too close to the city.

Ainz: You are hired to hack monsters?

Peter: Not really. It's actually enough to book, so expedition we decided to take on by ourselves.

Ainz: That does that mean?

Peter: We weren't exactly hired to do it, but the guild will receive money from the city based on the strength of the monsters we defeat. We just after collect reward from the guild.

Ainz: I get it. It's like earning coins by collecting item drops.

Dyne: It's a dull, but necessary task for us adventurers.

Lukrut: The job is pretty easy. And we get to people safe. We are also bringing home to tasty bacon. It's totally a win-win situation for all parties involved.

Peter: So, you're interested to join in us? Our plan is to start clearing out forest just south of the city and walking away north.
What do you say? The experience will help you rise above the copper plate.

Ainz: Sure. We're happy to come along.

Peter: Ha ha.

Ainz: One thing. I should show you all my face since we will be working together. I hope it's not a shock.

Peter: ...Oh, interesting. I've heard of a country south from here where face of yours is common. But you're the first I've met in person.

Lukrut: He's older than I've expected.

Ninya: Don't be so rude!

Ainz: I've been hiding my face since we came to town. Sometimes, it'll have issues with foreigners, and I didn't want us trapped any trouble.
They have no clue this face is an illusion...

Lukrut: Just out of curiosity! What kind of partners are you two exactly?

Peter & Ninya & Dyne: Uh...

Ainz: We're allies.

Lukrut: That's wonderful because I'm in love! Say you go out date with me?!

Narberal: Watch your tongue, you dog. Or shall I have to cut it out in serve it to you for dinner. Learn your place and sit.

Ainz: She doesn't mean...!

Lukrut: That's kind of honest criticism and so lady's taste!
...You're right. We should just start as friends for now.

Narberal: You disgust me. Perhaps I'll spoon out your eyes for fun.

Lukrut: Nn~! That cool gaze of hers really does it for me! Gah?!

Peter: I'm sorry about my friend advances...

Ainz: Yes...I'm sorry as well.

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Peter: If you and Nabe are ready to go, I think it's best we head out immediately.

Ainz: Agreed.

Receptionist: Mr. Momon?

Ainz: Hmm?

Receptionist: Someone specifically requested you for a job...

Ainz: Do you know who asked for me?

Receptionist: Yes. Mr. Nfirea Bareare.

Peter and the others: Huh?

Narberal: Hum! Grrr...Ow!

Ainz: Stop and think before you act.

Narberal: I'm sorry, it won't happen again...

Ainz: I know you mean well. But you have to learn not to overreact to harm the situations. Understand?

Nfirea: Hello, there?

Nfirea: I'm the one that specifically requested you.

Ainz: I'm sorry to disappoint. But we have already accepted in another position. Perhaps, after we have finished this job, we can help you.

Peter: Don't be ridiculous! This can be big for you!

Ainz: I agreed to join up with your group. What kind of man would I be if did not keep my word?

Nfirea: Eh...?

Peter: But...It's a personal request.

Ainz: Okay, how about this? I'll listen to Mr. Bareare's proposition and then make my choice.

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Nfirea: My name is Nfirea Bareare. I'm a pharmacist here in the city. Your job, would be to protect me while I harvest some herbs in the forest near Carne Village.

Ainz: Carne Village...!

Nfirea: Asides from escorting me there and back again, I'd like you to help me collect medicinal herbs that we need.

Ainz: A body guard assignment.
I don't know about this gig...My skills and items aren't great for protecting others...

Nfirea: The reward for doing this is--

Ainz: Question, Peter?

Peter: Hm?

Ainz: How would you like to come on as my hired hand?

Peter: What do you mean?

Ainz: I suggest we take this mend alone for this excursion. A ranger such as Mr. Lukrut would provide security. And it would also to be smart to have the skills of druid like Mr. Dyne that we're going to be working in the forest.

Dyne: Yes. You possess a keen insight, Mr. Momon.

Lukrut: I definitely don't mind tagging along.

Peter: Here, it'll be honor to ask for both.

Nfirea: More men equals more protection for me.

Ainz: That settled then. But, I'm still confused by one thing.

Nfirea: What's that?

Ainz: Why did you request me for this job?

Nfirea: Uh?

Ainz: I'm new to the area, and don't have acquaintances in this city. I'm very curious how well known citizen such as yourself came to know my name. May I ask how you've heard of me?

Nfirea: I got wind about what happened with you're the inn yesterday.

Ainz: The fight at the inn?

Nfirea: Yeah. A recent customer of mine told me about how you easily took down several higher ranked adventurers who had cursed you and your partner. The person I used to hire as an escort moved away from E-Rantel not too long ago. So now I'm in the market for replacement warrior.
And, to be perfectly honest with you, it's a lot cheaper to hire a copper plate for the job.

Ainz: That's true...

Nfirea: Does anyone have another question?

Peter: No, we are ready to leave whenever you are.

Ainz: I can't shed the feeling that something is off here...

Nfirea: Then, let's get going. There's no time to waste.

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Clementine: Nn~fu fu...Mm~mm~mm...This is it.
I'm coming down!
...Hmm. Khajiit! I need to talk to you, old man! Are you here?

Khajiit: I told you to stop calling me that. It is disrespectful to the grate name of Zuranon.
So, tell me, why do you come here?

Clementine: Ah-ha! I thought you might be interested in this.

Khajiit: My god! That is the treasure of the Slain Theocracy! A fabled shaman princess, or the Crown of Wisdom.

Clementine: Oh, I know. A sweet little thing was going crazy while wearing it. So, I did her a favor in snatched it off her pretty head!

Khajiit: Umm, as a former member of the Black Scripture, you should be well aware that this item is so precious of the soul of its barer turns into a magical conduit. It's incredibly dangerous. Simply touching it could have mental end. How did you get it anyway...

Clementine: Worrying!

Khajiit: There is a one of a million chance you should've find the person who is compatible. And without a true match, it's just a very fancy piece of garbage.

Clementine: That's why I came. As a fellow member of the society of Zuranon, you have to help me. Isn't that right, Khajiit Dale Badantel?

Khajiit: Ugg...I don't hesitate Dale anymore! Now, what do you want for me?

Clementine: I've heard a rumors about a talent holder in town that he can use any magical item at will. Do you think he can make this crown work for little [low of me?]?

Khajiit: I highly doubt that you need my assistance kidnapping a defenseless boy?

Clementine: Normally, no. What I intent to cause a bit of an uproar in the process.

Khajiit: You're trying using chaos as your means to escape the city?

Clementine: How's this? I'll participate in your ritual if you are good boy and help me out? Pretty enticing, right?

Khajiit: I'll be a fool if turn the offer down. Let's take it out to grab that talent holder...

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Ainz: My first job as the adventurer Momon is to serve as bodyguard to Nfirea, the pharmacist. And adventurer group calling themselves a Soldier of Darkness, accompany me on the journey. And, even though their individual specialties are vastly different, their teamwork is seamless. Their strong bond reminds me of an old comrades, and all that we accomplished together. And the memories fill me with jealousy and melancholy...
Chapter 6: Journey.