The Train to The Dungeon

Chapter 6: Golden Ticket Express

I feel my muscles burn every time I push up. Sweat was dripping on the floor, both my hands were hurting, but it felt a sense of responsibility to stop now. I gathered all the remaining energy for the final push-up.

“One hundred!” I was relieved to have completed the Push Up task 100 times from the Daily Quest series.

The tring!

[You completed the Daily Quest]

[Reward: Status point 3]

[You have leveled up!]

[You get Reward “Beginner Chest Kit II]

I dropped my body on the floor. My chest went up and down, along with a heartbeat that was still pounding. After one week of working on the Daily Quest, I finally reached level 5.

I turned to the recumbent position, then my finger moved to open the profile status screen.

Name: Arkana Ganendra | Level: 5

Race: Human | Job: -

Element: - | Path: -

Title: -

Guild: - :

Pet: -

HP: 150

MP: 150

STR: 5 | INT: 5

VIT: 5 | DRB: 5

DXT: 5

Status point: 21

All my basic attributes increased, I became curious as to how strong I was now. Lately while jogging I feel not too tired. The push-ups are still a little heavy, but not as difficult as in the beginning. This is my feeling, but it seems like my body has become a little lighter.

Riding to Level 5 meant that I could already use the Golden Ticket Express Item. I checked the object in Inventory, a screen appeared containing information of items that have been updated by the system.

[Item: Golden Ticket Express

Item Class: A

Type: Keys

Train tickets are limited to access Infinity Train. Items can only be used at Pasar Senen Station].

“Only can be in Senen Market yes,” mumbled. When I hit the Golden Ticket Express icon, a golden tap card appears. The cards are thick and heavy, like metal plates. There is a twin tree and moon symbol in the center of the card. This symbol was the same as the one in front of the treasure room door.

“Do these symbols have a certain meaning?” I'm curious.

Maybe later after some free time, I will try to find information on the dungeon conspiracy theory lovers forum. In the past, I've stopped by that forum, there are many interesting theories there. Maybe some theories can give clues about this symbol.

Then I switched to Item Beginner Kit Chest II. After I opened the box, several items appeared on the system screen.

[You obtained an item from Beginner Kit Chest II:

The Small Heal Potion 10

The Small Mana Potion 10

The Energetic Drink 5

The Ordinary Machete 1]

I recognize all the items, except Ordinary Machete. I opened the item description.

[Item: Ordinary Machete

Class Item: E

A machete-shaped weapon made of sharpened iron]

“Weapons? I got a gun?” I rolled on the floor so happy. Although this is an E-class weapon, but the quality is much better than the sword I used. I don't even have to spend money to buy a new gun.

Thank you, system!

I feel like I've had enough rest. After bathing and changing clothes, I decided to leave for Pasar Senen Station. I covered the front of the mirror first to tidy up my hair, but my attention immediately stopped when I realized there was something strange about my reflection.

Either I feel it or my face gets a little smaller. Where did the fat on both my cheeks go? Not only that, but my clothes look great. Jeans that usually feel cramped this time feel looser, I even now need to wear a belt so that the pants do not sag.

I wouldn't have noticed it if I hadn't seen it in the mirror.

“What is this because of my increased basic attributes?”

My eyes sparkled and my smile widened. My appearance looks better. This made me wonder, would my body become muscular as well? I've imagined myself to be as handsome as the characters in the manhwa I've read.

“Oke, enough, don't get most halu!” I rebuked myself.

I went down into the kitchen, opened the fridge and took out two bottles of mineral water. Then I turned to the cupboard and picked up some bread. I opened the Inventory box, put a water bottle and bread in it. There is an icon with a picture of a mineral bottle with the number two below it, next to it appears an icon with a picture of bread and the number five. These things are stored in the inventory.

A smile filled my face. This storage method I just discovered a few days ago. Having the Inventory feature is really practical and very helpful.

“Tante, I went to Pasar Senen Station yes!” I cried out from the front of the door while wearing shoes.

Sounded like a Aunt Tara who is fitness on the first floor veranda.

“Be careful! Don't come home too late!”

“OK, Aunt!”

After that I went out of the house and headed to the nearest Transjakarta stop. I haven't bought a new phone yet, so I can't use an online motorcycle. It took me an hour until I finally reached Pasar Senen Station.

I entered the crowded station. Many Hunters gathered with their respective Parties and Guilds. However, not only Hunter, I had a chance to see a row of high school children waiting in line in front of the Hunter Association tent.

Looking at the banners posted, I guess the Hunter Association is registering for the New Hunter Candidates. This activity is routinely held twice a month, the goal is to regenerate the Hunter. Often in the task of raiding into Dungeons, many Hunters were killed. The number of Hunters should not decrease drastically, that was why the Hunter Association diligently held new Hunter registrations.

Indonesia has never lacked people who aspire to become Hunters. From Sabang to Merauke, all came to Jakarta to pit their fate in the dungeon. If experiencing Rebirth means their journey as a Hunter will begin, but not a few who fail and eventually return to their respective areas.

Since the emergence of the Dungeon, the government renovated Pasar Senen Station. This station is one of the three most visited stations Hunter. Within a day, there are at least five Dungeons that can appear at Pasar Senen Station.

The government also expanded the railway and expanded the station. The main entrance was also replaced because the ticketing section was no longer used. However, I actually headed to the old abandoned entrance.

The door wasn't locked so I just slipped inside. This ticket gate used to be crowded by people who would travel by train, now there are only old machines that are dead and unused. I'm actually wondering if this Golden Ticket actually works on a machine that doesn't work.

My hand took out a gold tap card from the jacket pocket and placed it on top of the dead scan machine. Instantly, a beam of colorful light appears that forms a circle and moves to scan the tap card.

The tring!

[Player identified Arkana Ganendara]

[Infinity Train access granted. Please enter!]

My mouth is wide open. This gold tap card really works. Filled with nervous feelings, I stepped through the gate and headed to the platform.

The platform is still connected to the platform commonly used by Hunters. However, as I stood looking at the crowd next door, it felt like they did not see my whereabouts. I walked over and my face hit the invisible wall. I fumbled over that thick, invisible surface.

“There was a barrier wall turned out,” murmured I was amazed. No wonder they can't see me.

The sound of a locomotive engine, a black train head emerged from the track. I don't remember that DRT was shaped like that. The head of the train has a futuristic design with sharp aerodynamic shape and smooth flowing lines.

As the carriage stopped right in front of the platform, I could see its skeleton which looked to be made of light but strong metal material, its black surface was shiny and described toughness and luxury.

Above the head of the train, there are aerodynamic fins that flow smoothly as if dancing with the wind. These fins ensure stability and aerodynamic efficiency as the train moves at high speeds. The back of the train looks sleek with a cover that blends into the overall design, giving the impression of perfect unity.

There were only four cars in the back. I headed to the first car where the door was open. The interior of the carriage exuded a luxurious and comfortable aura. Ergonomically designed rows of chairs, lined with soft and comfortable leather material. The walls of the carriages were filled with curved glass panels, giving an unobstructed view of the outside.

My mouth was so excited. The carriage was empty, there was only me alone inside. It was like being on a private luxury train. I sat on the left side, next to the window. My brain is still processing, but the train has started to move.

“Lho, direct departure?” I put my hands and face on the windowpanes, looking at the slowly moving scenery leaving Pasar Senen Station.

I can see the appearance of the portal in the middle of the train track. The portal is golden in color. I just saw it this time, even as I recall there is no record of the golden portal in the Hunter Association manual.

My heart was pounding, nervousness and fear mixed with enthusiasm. I can't wait for what kind of dungeon I'll meet, but on the other hand, I can still feel fear running through my body.

I'm not entirely Hunter, I don't experience Rebirth. I'm just a regular human being who gets help from the system. I don't know what my current self is strong enough for, but whatever creature is behind that dungeon—I will face it.