Apocalypse After

The Vermillion Shop

After a long conversation with Damian, Alexander returned to his residence.

On the way home, the man let out a long breath. Staring at the moon in the sky, the corner of his lips lifted up.

‘Truly profitable business. I don't get paid, but I can get training materials for Daisy and Nene. Daisy's own success rate of 90%, 9 out of ten low-level potion trials were bound to succeed.

Out of the 60 sets of ingredients, there were 54 potions that could be made. At worst 50, and if good .. might be about 56 or 57 potions. If 54 minus 45, it means still getting 9 free potions. Totally exceeded the price of potion making.

In addition ... business permits and small store rentals have also been obtained!’

Alenxader couldn't help but feel satisfied. Making potions is actually difficult, and some people encounter many failures. It was fortunate that he was quite talented and intensively trained since childhood, so not only became a potion expert, but also a good teacher in making potions.

Although Alexander had many advantages, but he did not feel guilty.

Damian himself gained more profit. Not only do you get the services of making free potions (although the amount is limited), but you also get a lot of the advantages of herbs. That amount he could personally sell, and the proceeds of his sale could be used to increase the strength of his subordinates. Even recruiting new employees.

This is a win-win situation. So everyone feels happy and not guilty!

Continuing to walk towards the house, Alexander silently thought.

‘Now ... it's time to make the next step.’

***

Three days later.

Alexander sat in his room. Just like when using a disguise as Faust, his hair turned silver. The left eye turned red, and the right eye turned golden. Only, the shape of the pupils was still the same as usual.

The man was only wearing shorts, showing his well-trained body. It was just that something was different with his body. On the back of the hand, the arm (near the shoulder), and just down the middle of the neck, appears a black tattoo. In the left hand, picture the crescent moon. In the right hand, the sun. Below the neck, the image of the star is reversed.

It's just that, if noticed, it's not a tattoo. The black image was actually a very thin piece of black skin. If you look at it, there are many small holes that are denser than pores.

Alexander controlled his breathing. When he exhaled, there was a hint of steam coming out from the five tattoos and his mouth.

Feeling the control over his body, the man looked relieved. He silently thought.

‘The first stage is well controlled. Next is to control the second stage freely.’

The Miracle root that Alexander had obtained from the Abyssal Basilisk had a tremendous effect. First of all, the fleshy body that was originally forged with the flesh and blood pills underwent an extremely violent change. It made him capable of killing level 2 creatures with just his bare hands, without using the root miracle, let alone weapons.

It's just, it's a side effect that can't be considered major. The original miracle root effect of the Abyssal Basilisk earned Alexander three major abilities. Super-regeneration, coating his body with scales (making armor), and creating flammable gas at will.

In addition, whether because the creature was intelligent or a descendant of a high-level creature, Alexander's telekinesis ability increased greatly. Many times over his estimate. Levels that level 3 telekinesis should not have.

It's just that, being too powerful, Alexander couldn't control the power of that miracle root well. Super-regeneration is not a problem, as it could be considered a passive effect. But making armor and creating flammable gases is difficult to control. Even the man was almost crazy when he first absorbed the miracle root.

As a solution, Alexander divided the level of mastery into three stages. The first stage only activates a little, not completely. That made him bring up the tattoo on his body that was used to release flammable gases. That stage is completed.

The second stage is to make the armor in one, or several parts of the body. The scales of the Abyssal Basilisk itself were like rocks mixed with heated metal ores. So it's huge, heavy, and rough. So Alexander was trying to make the substance denser. Although still heavy, at least the shape is simple and smooth. Not hampering his movement.

While the reason why not directly make all parts of the body, of course because making one part is very difficult, let alone making a full plate. This is much more difficult than controlling the exo-skeleton root miracle of the insect type.

The last stage of course made full plate armor that covered his body. Making a gap where he could let out flames from a certain part of the skin instead of just spitting it out recklessly.

There was also the ultimate stage plan, but Alexander did not plan on thinking about it now because his control was still very poor. Do everything slowly but surely, so as to achieve its goal.

“Different from the miracle root of reptiles in general that makes the skin covered with thin scales but strong enough to survive, I can make armor like miracle root insect type, even stronger.

It's just, there are flaws and advantages. The armor of the exo-skeleton insects was lighter so it did not degrade in speed, but it was still impenetrable with a certain strength. While my armor is many times stronger and sturdy, it just makes my movements slow. Totally to the detriment of a fighter who relies on speed like me.”

Alexander pinched his chin. The man then thought of some solutions. A moment later, he nodded lightly.

“Nothing is perfect. Although it's miracle root of an extraordinary creature, it needs another miracle root to cover its shortcomings.”

“For now, it is better to rely on first, second, and telekinesis root miracles. It should be enough to fight most people.”

After that, Alexander immediately went to wipe the body, wash his face, and brush his teeth. The man also dressed up more neatly. Anyway ...

Today is the first opening day of his own shop!

***

An hour later.

At the time of having breakfast together, the curious Aster suddenly asked.

“The shop you open is a herb shop right, sir? Different from before, selling openly?” ask Aster.

“Not only herb shop, but also weapon shop.” Alexander replied casually. “Although so, there are some rules that I will make myself.”

“Regulation?” Aurora raised her eyebrows.

“Our shop will target the middle to lower market. For potions, we only sell low-level raman. The most commonly used type of market herb. For other weapons and equipment, we only sell from level 1 and level 2 materials. In addition, for weapons, there is a condition of purchase that is to record the identity of the buyer in detail.” Alexander explained patiently.

“So so ..” Aurora nodded, clearly understanding what Alexander wanted.

“Eh? Wh why? Why don't we sell something more valuable?” ask Aster.

“Because the risk factor is too big.” Not Alexander, but Aurora answered. “Al is selling not for profit, but to create an identity. At the very least, make our store famous but not too prominent so avoid being targeted by big giants like the five families. While the terms of buying weapons, of course because Al avoids the risk of being a scapegoat.”

“Black goat?” Nene and Aster looked confused.

“We all know how well the weapons made by Mr.” Daisy said. “Such a weapon is definitely striking. If anyone gets hurt or killed with that weapon, everyone can accuse you. So to avoid such a thing, the initial plan needs to be prepared.”

“With the quality of the potions and items that Master made, surely the people in the low and medium level market are envious. They will make various plans to target it, so it is better to be careful,” added Jane who is usually very quiet.

“So so!” said Aster. Nene also nodded with him.

Alexander looked at Aurora, Daisy, and Jane with satisfied expressions. They clearly understood what he meant. Although Aster and Nene were not very smart, but they were both obedient and hardworking, so she did not hate them both either. So, the man felt that their small group was quite balanced.

“Jadi ... have you determined the name of the store?” ask Aurora.

“Of course it is! Isn't that easy? Because we claim to be the Vermillion Family ..”

Alexander shrugged with a flat expression.

“Call it with Vermillion Shop.”

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