If the third Developnt Ability, [Stigma Alchemy], was truly as Drake imagined, then he could only be thankful that status sheets did not describe the detailed effects of Developnt Abilities.
In reality, even the gods who bestowed the Grace of the Gods and created [Falna] could not fully know what kind of abilities would appear in their Familia mbers.
In other words, what kind of growth mortals in the lower world could obtain from their [Achievents] was sothing even the gods could not imagine.
Because of this, information on Developnt Abilities relied entirely on constant practice and analysis of existing data.
Most Developnt Abilities were very ordinary, and many had overlapping effects.
Of course, there was also an extrely small chance for a powerful, never-before-seen new ability to appear.
Such abilities were called "Rare Abilities."
Without a doubt, the [Stigma Alchemy] that appeared in Drake's status was a true Rare Ability.
"What a headache."
Hephaestus rubbed the space between her brows. If it had only been common abilities like [Abnormal Resistance] or [Hunter], she could still offer so advice.
But the three abilities Drake could choose from were all quite good.
There was naturally no need to say much about [Forge]. A blacksmith with this ability could craft even finer equipnt.
[Mystery], anwhile, was a Developnt Ability related to magic potions, magic tools, and alchemy.
Rumor had it that if [Mystery] was developed to its limit, one could create the [Philosopher's Stone], which could grant immortality!
As for [Stigma Alchemy]… Hephaestus did not understand it, but she could be certain that it was a Rare Ability.
"You decide which of these three abilities to choose."
The goddess handed the problem back to Drake, though she still reminded him, "In this area, you can also go to your adventure adviser for suggestions."
Drake's adventure adviser was Miss Eina.
If she found out that the rookie adventurer she was responsible for had reached Level 2 in only half a month, she would probably be so shocked that her jaw would not close.
However, Drake shook his head. He had already made his decision.
"Goddess, I choose [Stigma Alchemy] as my Developnt Ability."
"Are you sure?"
Hephaestus was a little surprised, as if she had not expected Drake to make his decision on the spot.
"Although this may be a Rare Ability, nobody knows what effect it will have."
"If the effect doesn't suit you, it might be better to choose one of the other two."
Drake thought, 'Good thing you don't know what it does. Otherwise, I'd be publicly executed by embarrassnt right here today.'
In addition, choosing [Stigma Alchemy] had another advantage.
After obtaining an alchemy-related Developnt Ability, he would be able to explain why his shop had so many magic potions and even magic books.
Before, he could still muddle through by saying, "I have a friend."
But once the magic tools in the shop beca more nurous and higher-grade, that excuse would no longer work.
Now that he had the [Stigma Alchemy] ability, it conveniently solved one of his problems.
"I'll choose this one."
Drake did not change his mind, but he added another sentence.
"However, I want to wait another day or two before leveling up. Is that okay?"
"It's possible, but…"
Hephaestus froze for a mont, then quickly understood Drake's thoughts.
"You want to raise your remaining 'Agility' above S-rank as well?"
"Mm… Since there's still room to improve, I can't waste this final chance."
Drake smiled.
It felt good to be understood!
"After all, once I level up, my Level 1 ability values will be fixed."
Adventurers undergoing [Level Up] were like stacking boxes.
Although their basic abilities would reset, the attributes from the previous level would accumulate and would not disappear.
Therefore, the higher one's basic abilities were at the ti of leveling up, the more solid one's strength would be after the upgrade.
If Drake did not know that SSS-rank was already the limit of limits, he would have fard them to at least 9999.
After all, whether it was farming monsters or farming experience, those were both areas Terraria excelled at.
Start a Blood Moon, summon so minions, and let the farming begin!
...
After bidding farewell to Hephaestus, Drake did not leave Babel Tower. Instead, he ca to his own small shop.
Unlike the deserted scene when it had first opened, the "Adventurer's Ho" actually had a long line at the entrance now!
"Business is booming."
Drake nodded in satisfaction and entered the shop through the back door.
Inside, Hestia, dressed in a blue-and-white clerk uniform, was busily introducing products to custors.
She looked much more diligent than usual.
Of course, that was also because she was the only employee in the shop.
"You're finally here!"
Seeing Drake appear in front of her, Hestia imdiately pounced over as if she had seen her savior.
"Working is scary, waah… There are so many troubleso custors, and lots of products are already out of stock! Hurry and restock them!"
"I know… Get off first."
Although Drake did not mind this kind of closeness, there were still plenty of adventurers watching nearby.
During the lunch break, Drake called the rice-bug goddess to the workshop on the second floor.
"First, tell what's out of stock."
Very quickly, Hestia handed a list to Drake.
Among all the products already on the shelves, Flaming Arrows had the highest sales and were often out of stock.
Next were Lesser Healing Potions and Lesser Mana Potions.
Both of these potions were cheaper than market dicines with the sa effects, so naturally, they sold well.
On the other hand, the sales of torches were sowhat strange. They sold very well at first, but gradually fewer people bought them.
"Because one torch can last a long ti, everyone doesn't need to restock them."
Seeing Drake's confusion, Hestia proudly puffed out her chest.
"That's information I gathered from the adventurers in the shop!"
"I see…"
Drake nodded in realization. So the quality was too good, and as a result, nobody needed replacents.
He had a strange feeling that he had accidentally outcompeted himself.
However, he did not have the problem of overstocked inventory anyway. If torches did not sell, then they did not sell.
The extra torches could be made into Flaming Arrows, which sold even better.
"Speaking of which, why did you suddenly have ti to co to the shop?"
"Because I wanted to see what Hestia looks like while working."
Drake's answer imdiately made the rice-bug goddess panic.
"Eh?! Then I wasn't slacking off just now, right…? I've been working really hard!"
"You really have been working hard. I saw it."
Drake patted Hestia's head and praised her.
"Lady Hestia has grown a lot too. If Goddess Hephaestus saw this, she'd definitely be surprised."
"Hmph hmph~"
Thinking of Hephaestus's shocked expression after seeing her working hard, the corners of Hestia's mouth could not help rising.
"But having only you here is still a little too much to handle. In that case…"
After thinking for a mont, Drake clapped his hands and settled on an idea.
"I'll find another new employee."
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