Chapter 69
Translator: MadScientist
Chapter: 69
Chapter Title: The Spoiled Heir Scheme
Where do you live?
It's a bit different from the hair loss remedy I had in mind.
Still, hair grows back, so good is good, right? Just as I was about to initiate a 1:1 chat with Bug Hater...
A thought suddenly struck me.
Any Fire-Attribute Spiritual Elixir
Requester: [Bug Hater☑] [1:1 Chat Request]
Details: Fire-attribute or extremely positive energy spiritual elixir
Reward: Negotiated based on the provided elixir's value
"Hmm..."
"Is something wrong, Master?"
"Well... Looking at the request, what Bug Hater wants is a fire-attribute spiritual elixir, right? But trying to suddenly show her a hair loss treatment feels a bit awkward."
"Is that a problem? What the warrior needs right now isn't a fire-attribute elixir—it's a healing potion."
"I know that, but... Tabula. Does anyone around know about this?"
Park Hyun-soo's hair loss search history appears to have been explored mostly through private channels, so the likelihood that acquaintances are aware is extremely low.
Yeah, that's the problem.
I've hidden it so thoroughly from everyone around me that even Bug Hater doesn't know about Park Hyun-soo's hair loss.
In this situation, I need to naturally guide her into buying a hair loss remedy.
"Can't you just tell the girl the truth and sell it?"
"That would crush her spirit. Nothing's more miserable than a deeply hidden secret being exposed to others."
"Then contact the warrior directly and sell it!"
"That won't work either. She'd get super wary thinking you're digging into her background. If you plan to recruit her, better avoid that misunderstanding."
"Master, human ways are too complicated. If she were an orc, I'd just hand it over, tell her to become a subordinate, and it'd be done."
"I'd love it if it were that simple too."
But unlike orcs, doing that in human society would get you reported to the police, thrown in cuffs, dragged to jail, and plastered all over internet articles and NewTube videos—ruining the clean identity I've laundered so carefully.
I was brushing off Ravlis's words as mere fantasy when Tabula suddenly spoke up.
Father. Ravlis might actually be right.
"...What do you mean, Tabula?"
Combining Father's current identity (heir to the owner) with Ravlis's ability (Winner's Privilege) makes it entirely feasible!
"Ravlis's ability?"
"Hm? Master, what's with that reaction? Did you forget what ability I have?"
"Uh? Oh... uh... well..."
...Winner's Privilege—what ability was that again?
Come to think of it, I vaguely remember something like "Ravlis has an amazing ability!" in the back of my mind.
But since I've never used it once, I'd naturally forgotten about it.
"...Master. You really forgot?"
"No, I mean... uh... yeah, pretty much."
"How could you...! That's too much, Master!"
"Ow, people forget things sometimes. And partly your fault too? There just hasn't been a situation to use you in, so why blame me?"
"What do you...! You forced me, who refused, to submit and serve as your master! And now you talk like I'm useless...! This is orc abuse—!!!"
"Hey! Don't say things that could be misunderstood!"
"Point out where I'm wrong!"
"Well..."
...Tch. I want to argue back.
But when I think about it, she's not wrong, so I can't say anything.
In times like this...
"Anyway. Since it's come up, show me the item info to check the effects."
"Ugh... How did I end up serving a master like this..."
I was already half-treated like human trash, so I'd live up to expectations.
Time to show the perfect human trash performance.
"Guess that's your fate. At least you're living comfortably here, right?"
"Shut up! Just look at the info!"
[Ravlis][Unique]
[Self-Repair]: Consumes fighting energy to restore damaged functions.
[Warrior's Mark]: All stats rise proportional to fighting energy proficiency. (Currently +10%)
[Combat Continuation]: Unless it's a fatal wound, consumes fighting energy to recover.
[Arena of Proof]: Summons a fighting energy arena where external interference is forbidden.
Victory grants 'Winner's Privilege'—loser must obey one command, no matter what.
[Materialization]: Changes appearance to match Master's race.
Anyway.
After checking Ravlis's item info for the first time in ages...
"My identity... any command once...... Huh?"
My identity as the owner's heir, as Tabula said.
Combined with Ravlis's 'Winner's Privilege' for an orc-style deal (hand it over and demand loyalty).
After pondering the plan...
"...Tabula. You don't mean...?"
A simple, clear plan formed in my head—one I desperately hoped wasn't it.
The moment Tabula spoke, it became reality.
Then I'll explain the full flow of 'Heir Scion Hides Salvation!'
The key is how naturally and convincingly Father plays the 'world-clueless, rampaging scion backed by the owner's family'!
Act like a total scion to approach the recruit, overwhelm with power or money, invoke Winner's Privilege, and force a contract!
This bolsters guild strength and lets Father operate freely as a known summoner!
Like Tabula's perfect plan?
"...Of course. Daddy was thinking the same."
Really? As expected of Father!
Yes, a truly perfect plan.
If I endure the risk of becoming a 'clueless scion,' I gain benefits across the board.
A perfect plan where everyone's happy at the cost of my misery.
And so, ultimately.
For Korea's normalization, I'd devote myself to the ultimate scion performance—vowing just that when...
"My daughter. You're getting smarter by the day, huh...?"
Yes! Just as Father said, Tabula swims the internet sea and gets smarter daily!
"The internet...?"
Yes! The internet's full of wild things Tabula didn't know—every day is new!
Father, did you know? Some humans are only attracted to rational beings who look like bipedal beasts!
"Ah."
So that's it.
No wonder Tabula casually suggests malicious acts.
Who'd have thought the internet was influencing her like that...
"...Tabula."
Yes?
"No internet without Daddy's permission from now on. Got it?"
Eek? Why?
"Listen to Daddy. This is all for your sake."
Hng... Okay....
After uncovering and addressing the root of Tabula's subtly venomous darkening tendencies in my own way...
We returned to the original issue and began planning.
"Acting like a scion is fine, but how do we meet?"
"How about challenging her to a fight?"
"Even a scion wouldn't just do that out of nowhere."
How about seducing Bug Hater with Father's perfect looks?
"Doing that to someone who's taken..."
"How about whipping up a fake fire-attribute elixir and pretending to sell it?"
"...Oh? That's good."
Then Tabula will whip up the elixir quick!
...Synthesis skill activated. Selecting optimal recipe...
...Checked materials for synthesis. Purchasing shortages from exchange...
...Synthesis prep complete. Starting 'Fire-Attribute Spiritual Elixir' synthesis...
Father! Tabula finished the elixir!
Here's a concise info summary!
[Fire Affinity Pill][C]
[Effect]: Slightly increases fire affinity upon consumption.
[Penalty 1]: Inflicts status ailment (Poison) upon consumption.
[Penalty 2]: Inflicts status ailment (Hallucination) upon consumption.
"Hm. Perfect. What materials?"
Mixed 'Water Infused with Faint Mana,' 'Fire-Attribute Mana Grass,' and 'Marsh Black Deer Horn Mushroom'!
"Total cost?"
Mostly low-floor materials, so material cost is very low at 100,000 won.
"Selling price?"
Compared to exchange listings for similar effects, around 1 billion won!
"...Insane cost-performance."
I knew it, but.
Watching 100,000 won turn into 1 billion with one snap really drives home that my Synthesis skill is beyond specs.
Anyway.
With this tasty bait prepared, everything was ready.
Initiate 1:1 chat with Bug Hater?
"Please do."
Thinking it had been ages since my last 1:1 chat, I requested one with Bug Hater.
Moments later...
Saw your fire-attribute elixir sales post and reached out.
Yes, what's the rank and effect?
C-rank. Effects as below.
[Fire Affinity Pill][C]
[Effect]: Slightly increases fire affinity upon consumption.
[Penalty 1]: Inflicts status ailment (Poison) upon consumption.
[Penalty 2]: Inflicts status ailment (Hallucination) upon consumption.
Exactly what I was looking for!
What's your price range?
The chat started awkwardly after so long.
But I was managing it decently enough.
Father! Scion concept!
"Master, drop the pretense and act like you do with girls around you."
"What, brat? Want a fighting energy honey night punch?"
"Yes, that's it!"
Feedback to amp up the scion vibe over the current feel.
So, improvising, I channeled my idea of a scion and went full throttle.
10 billion.
isn't that exchange average? Discount a bit and I'll throw in monster materials.
9 billion.
I'll pick top quality, just a bit more?
8 billion.
Thanks! Applying for trade now!
Direct trade.
Pardon? I don't do direct trades.
Reason.
No reason I have to tell you. Why are your replies suddenly so curt?
'Cause you're a coward who bends over for pocket change but lacks the guts for direct trade.
...Ha. You said direct trade? Where you at?
Confident you'll show if I tell? If so, come to the address I send.
XXXX City XX District 46-7
Oh, scary to come alone? I'll allow a guardian. You seem like a girl, probably no BF, so hold Daddy's hand ㅇㅇ.
You little shit! I have a BF!
Sure sure, if. you. have. one. bring him. If you do, elixir's free lol.
You son of a...
[Exited 1:1 chat.]
"Phew... This should get her to come, right?"
"Impressive, Master! I got mad just watching! She can't resist showing up!"
As expected of Father! Perfect attack hitting her single status!
"Tabula, don't copy that?"
I'll just remember it!
Hm... Feels like I showed something I shouldn't have.
Anyway.
"Lulu and Arin should be back soon, so let's wait a bit and head out together."
"Where we headed, Master?"
"Oh, us? To the building in my name."
Direct trades are national rule near home, after all.