Krasu's merchant group needed a week to recover.
Although some of the crew had not yet healed because their injuries were quite severe, the journey still had to continue.
This morning they were ready to set sail again, and they also bought many items from the Vending Machine to resell in their hometown.
Various products such as clothing, spices, liquor, cigarettes, and even some simple gadgets were bought in bulk by Krasu, who had a rich mentality and business experience.
Krasu almost spent all the money he brought, and he even exchanged all the jewelry he had bought from the Myrrath Kingdom at the Currency Exchange to buy more from the Vending Machine.
After the goods were loaded onto their ship by the sailors, they said their farewells before leaving.
Krasu, as the leader, said, "Reyhan, Liora, and Rudy, I am grateful for your care over the past week, as are my crew. Without that medicine, some of them might have died during the journey."
He paused briefly before continuing, "Although normally, as a merchant, I should not tell others about such a good source of goods… rest assured, I will sell the items I bought from you and spread your reputation in my hometown in return."
"In that case, I'll treat you to a drink if you visit again," said Reyhan, extending his hand.
Krasu took it and shook Reyhan's hand up and down without speaking. This was their silent agreement, without the need to voice any promises.
"Mr. Krasu, next time you come, please bring your wife and children here for a holiday. You are all men, and I have no one to talk to," said Liora hopefully. She had gotten along quite well with the sailors, but still, it would be better if some women came here.
"Of course. I'm sure my wife and children will force me to bring them here once they see what I'm bringing back, hahahaha," said Krasu in high spirits as he thought of his family.
Krasu boarded the dinghy and returned to their ship. Then the sailing vessel began to move away and continue their journey home.
...
"Haaahh… I don't know when they'll come again…" muttered Liora as she watched the island grow quieter.
"Don't worry, once the resort on this island develops, there will be guests coming endlessly," said Reyhan, comforting her.
"Compared to that, this time we made a lot of money, hehe. I've calculated it—Krasu spent a total of 1.3 million Royals this week. I made a profit of more than one million Royals. We're rich now, hahahaha," said Reyhan happily.
"That much profit? You really are a black market trader," replied Liora jokingly.
"Of course, besides, a skilled businessman like me must take advantage of what I have to gain the maximum profit," replied Reyhan confidently.
...
Back in his room, Reyhan called the system. "System, hurry up and give me my reward," urged Reyhan impatiently. He had received this reward a week ago, but since he didn't know what might happen, he had delayed claiming this limited-time mission reward until now.
[Ding… Host, this reward process will take about ten minutes. Please lie down and say 'start' when you are ready. As a reminder, it will be slightly uncomfortable.]
Hearing the system's instructions, Reyhan lay down and said, "Start."
Zzssstttttt… zzzzttt… sszzttt…
A weak electric current spread through Reyhan's body, making him feel slightly ticklish and causing his body to twitch. Gradually, the current became stronger until it made Reyhan convulse.
"Damn system, didn't you say it would be slightly uncomfortable? Is this what you call 'slightly'?!!!" Reyhan cursed softly, gritting his teeth.
[Isn't this just slightly? Besides, there is no danger at all, so please don't be spoiled, host. Tsk.]
(This damn system… is it taking revenge for me tricking it last time?) thought Reyhan.
...
Ten slow minutes passed. In Reyhan's room, at some point, Rudy had appeared and was watching Reyhan with concern.
At this moment, Reyhan's clothes were drenched in sweat mixed with a faint fishy smell. He was panting, sitting on his bed while feeling his body.
The muscles that were once small and weak had now become bigger and denser. His belly lost its fat, and his face became slightly slimmer and more angular.
Reyhan jumped, did push-ups, and sit-ups to release his newfound strength. His body was brimming with energy, as if he could fight for a hundred rounds.
"So this is what it feels like to be strong… even just a little, it feels so… refreshing," Reyhan murmured. His body and mind had never felt this comfortable, making him greedy for more power.
"System, give me a few more injections," Reyhan said, trying to negotiate.
[Ding… Host, please note that I am an Honorable Resort System, not a god of war system or leveling system. Rewards such as power will only appear during limited missions, so don't expect too much.]
"How about one hundred thousand Royals for another 0.5 in strength?" Reyhan teased.
.....silence.....
"Alright, I'll raise it to two hundred thousand Royals," Reyhan continued to increase his offer.
.....silence.....
"Fine, final offer, five hundred thousand. If you don't want it, then I'll find another way," Reyhan tried to threaten.
[...Do not doubt this system's integrity. If you continue, divine lightning will strike your head…]
"Everything can be discussed… system… system?…"
There was no response after the system spoke hastily.
Seeing that the system had hidden itself again, Reyhan could only give up for now. However, seeing how the system seemed to avoid discussing buying power and ran away in a hurry, it seemed like it was afraid of being tempted by his offer.
(It seems… there's still hope. Next time, let's see how I break through your defenses,) Reyhan thought.
Thinking about this, Reyhan looked forward to the future even more.
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