Level Up Monster

Chapters 10.2

 

There are two types of alchemists out there. The first is a commonly known type that performs Transmutation and Reconfiguration, while the second of many spends their entire lives trying to make sense of a mysterious liquid called a potion. (Some anal retention experts will call these two alchemists separate terms, the first retaining the alchemist moniker while the second, the crafter herb.) (TL: This bit is by the author, not me.)

Although their main skill set used for their craft was different, the alchemists still had one common habit. And that common habit is, their preference for darkness.

"… Do you find any coffee you like?"

In this dark but shocking room was not gloomy, where even the sunlight failed to reach, the only thing that brightened the place was Hazeline's dazzling smile.

"Yes nih . "

Sae-Jin, to her best, plays it coldly and drops the trophy nonchalantly, but she finds it rather torturous to see the face of the Elf in front of her. That was because, she was one of the most amazing women in the world, corresponding to the "race of beautiful people", Elves.

The Dark Elf . Skin of sparkling debris that seems ill-suited to Dark Elves . With straight hair, long indigo-colored, and beautiful, harmonious facial features where there are not enough words to describe how beautiful she is.

"Now that the introduction is over, should we go straight to the main topic, Sir Alchemist?"

Hazeline the Dark Elf has revealed her face, her name and her race publicly to Sae-Jin.

He had to wonder if he had mistaken her for one of his own races, because her open attitude was quite different from all the rumors he had heard before. Easily reading through her confusion, she quickly moved to clarify her position, saying that she was trying to show him some respect.

good my potion is . It is my life's greatest achievement, after all . " "It's okay. We're talking about the potion I've made, huh? I also am well aware of how good my potion is. After all, this is the greatest achievement of my life."

Even though he spoke confidently, he knew very well that he was budding right now.

The Goblin Elite knowledge base was full of compounding methods that easily surpassed the methods of the top alchemists, and on top of this, Sae-Jin had the main ingredient, a sharp-toothed Tiger fang, and a, so instead of the greatest achievement in life, he only needed about 7 days to brew this potion.

And those 7 days were actually to ferment the contents which was an inevitable process in making this potion, so …

"Of course, we are also very aware of the difficulty. To make this herb effective, you will have to fight and work hard for many years. As a fellow alchemist, I understand it very well."

Sae-Jin almost vomits coffee that seeps in her mouth after seeing how serious she sounds and how serious her face is. He still somehow managed to maintain his poker face, wiping his lips as if getting rid of hot coffee and nodding his head.

"Okay, you understand."

"Indeed. Because this herb is so good .. Some customers, after hearing the news, want to buy the item even before it is sold. And these are the letters that sincerely ask you to sell them."

Hazeline pushed forward five stiff papers towards him. There, there were recognizable Knight Order names, large corporations, and famous wealthy individuals written in capital letters.

'How many zeros there ... $ 360K, $ 440K, S623K … ???'

And the numbers written under each name are the numbers that Sae-Jin wouldn't even dream of seeing in her lifetime.

"This is a legally approved sales commission. There are policies that allow an alchemist to deal directly with private individuals or entities as long as the number of products sold is less than half of your current stock. Of course, the government takes a cut according to 48% as sales tax but since potential customers add something slightly above the market price when buying a product, in the end, it doesn't matter at all. "

"That sounds good . "

As Sae-Jin nods in satisfaction, Hazeline who is observing her reaction carefully continues her words.

"The problem is, ... to secure a commission like this, not only the efficacy of the potion but the role of the Alchemy House is also very important, so we will be obliged to take a certain percentage as well. If a House without a connection received an item like this, they would only sell it on the market without thinking too much about other things. That's why … "

Hazeline slowly swallowed her saliva. Although this was the commonly accepted part of the Alchemy House modus operandi, he was feeling nervous at this moment because of the incredible potions this person brought.

"In a sales commission like this, the House usually requires about half of the agreed amount …. We are ready to lower it to 40%, no, make 35%, specifically for you. The lower it is, then, even the other Alchemy Houses will find it difficult to match. If you don't believe me, you can ask someone else. This is a deduction before tax… "

"good. Everything's fine."

Sae-Jin nods her head, having no other opinion on the matter. Whether it was the Dark Elves, ordinary Elves or High Elves, he had never heard of an example where an Elf deceived the other party, and on top of that, he had never heard of an instance where an Elf deceived the other party, the items he said matched what he found online.

For obvious reasons, just relying on the information gathered on the internet for something of great importance this would be foolish and undeniably depressing. But such a thought could only be applied if when one did not know the natures of the Elf Elves and alchemists.

They all pursue anonymity. Once it's secured, these people communicate and act more alive than ever before. the perfect place to communicate anonymously . And don't forget, the Internet is the perfect place to communicate anonymously.

The story of the half alchemists who became game addicts did not just live like that.

"… Uh?"

When her conclusion came so easily, Hazeline could only stare in surprise. But like a professional, he quickly regains his wits, and before Sae-Jin could potentially change his mind, moves to put the finishing touches on the deal.

As she raised the royal commotion while picking up the ink pad, Sae-Jin watched her and flashed a mysterious smile. It was a very satisfying sight to behold, to see others lose their marbles over him, something as socially inadequate as he would not experience under normal circumstances.

"Here we go!!"

jijang on it . As Hazeline hastily hands over the ink pad, Sae-Jin casually studies the contents of the form once more before putting disgust on it.

"Whew .. Oh, incidentally, do you have a finished product with you at this time? You did mention that you had three bottles back then, huh? We need a minimum of 2. The law says we have to put half of the stock on the open market, so that the other can be sold through a sales commission. "

"Oh .. Well, I've brought them all here."

Hazeline's eyes glowed as she stared at the sight of Sae-Jin searching in her bag.

"Total 4 bottles. All with the same drug effect."

"Oh, Ohhh !!"

Finally the 4 bottles of potion emitted the exact same brilliant light as the samples revealed themselves to the world, and on Hazeline's face, a wild smile uncontrollably escaped. But given his position as the Manager of the Alchemy House, he quickly wiped the awkward smile off his face.

… Of course, it was too late, though.

"It's perfect. 4 Everything. Very relief ~~"

However, he could not prevent his sentence from stretching out at the end of the uncontrollable bliss.

Hazeline took one of the bottles, then she shuffled it, kissed it, studied it from several angles before putting it down, nodding in satisfaction afterwards.

"We don't have to test them. Oh yea. They're flawless. Perfect …."

She then asks Sae-Jin very carefully while staring at one part of her that is not covered by her robe – her lips.

"Weeell, there's something I'm a little curious about. Just where ... Did you learn this level of alchemy? If it was any other normal alchemist, they usually sent incomplete potions as an example to get a verdict on .. This was the first time and the product itself was not despicable, either, so even though I know I'm off track, I still want to ask you. "

"Hm …"

At her question, Sae-Jin briefly shows doubt but she had already thought of a suitable story before coming here so she told him that.

"My master once taught me about this. If there is even the slightest bit of doubt in your mind, then you are wrong, so throw out all useless ideas and devote yourself completely to the craft until you reach the right peak. I was just following this teaching to the letter. "

Alchemists and Magicians cherished the relationship of masters and their apprentices far, far more than any other profession out there in comparison, and due to this fact Hazeline nodded her head as if she was certain.

"You have a really great master. I'm sure he feels pretty proud of you when we talk. After all, his disciple had become a great alchemist in his own right."

"G …. Yep. It's just, it's regrettable that she had to die before I saw me succeed."

Although she knows she won't ask her master's name, but Sae-Jin still feels anxious crawling at her feet, so to be sure, she hits the last nail in the coffin.

After all, technically, he didn't tell a completely crazy story.

He does have a "master" who bequeaths all his knowledge and techniques, after all.

… Even though he bit the man to death.

"Oh, that's unfortunate."

Hazeline, who does not know the truth, bitterly accepts her version of the story and shows a heavy and sad expression.

"All right then. I'm running out of time."

In the blink of an eye, 30 minutes passed, so unable to linger any longer, Sae-Jin stood up first to leave. Hazeline followed him and also stood up, and reached out to shake while carrying a content smile.

Goblin series known as the best potion brand in the world . You can place you trust in us . I'm planning to hold a press conference right after this meeting is done . Nowadays, playing up the mass media is an important marketing strategy, you know . " "For you, Sir Alchemist who chose us, we will definitely make the Goblin series known as the best herb brand in the world. You can put your trust in us. I'm planning on holding a press conference as soon as this meeting is over Right now, playing mass media is an important marketing strategy, you know. "

"ahahaha. All right, thank you."

Sae-Jin faces her beautiful smile and shakes her hands firmly.