Author: Thank you for reading

I have a lot of info on a Dreadling/Dreadlord. So when the lore starts being revealed I hope it meets your satisfaction. Of course there are some things not revealed, and some misconceptions from falsified info. This is info from gathered intel, not from the race itself.

Did you guys expect dungeons to actually be a creation from one of the nymph races or as a generic heart crystal, reincarnated person, etc. (Well technically, as a mana crystal type of object, that would be a pre-evolution of a nymph then wouldn't it.)

Also thinking up race names is a lot harder than I thought. They will have it forever in your story so it's agonizing if the author is not feeling it.

O.O let's go.

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Something feels a bit...off. I know I passed out on the table from over exerting myself when I was trying to heal the little {Forest Fairy}, which was a huge mistake on my part. Mostly because I don't understand the intentions of the {Terrian}. Even if I was tired I shouldn't have stupidly left myself wide open. But this isn't what feels wrong.

I’m laying on an unfamiliar bed, and to the left of me my left side felt empty, it's oddly a bit uncomfortable for me. But...my right side feels heavier than normal. When I looked down the fairy is sleeping in my pocket, so things are normal there. However, I’m hesitant to discover what's to my right. Unfortunately, I can't remain like this and need to confirm my situation.

As my gaze turn to my right, they were met with the inquisitive eyes of the {Terrian}. She was still naked and clinging to my side, keeping me pinned next to her. Her relaxed appearance leaves many questions, and also shows how little she fears my presence. My mind blanked for a moment due to this sudden development. During our conversation, she seemed to be conflicted with her choice to converse with our group, rather than just killing us outright. However, as the talks progressed I sense a type of gratification towards this decision since she got good news.

But this development, I did not see coming. I thought my ability to read people was good, yet I never suspected her to do this. As I’m trying to comprehend why this development has happened...she gives me a smirk as she says.

“I thought you would be experienced with this sort of thing,” said the {Terrian} as her face twisted into a knowing smile. My body felt chills due to a subtle coldness that would be difficult for people to detect.

“I...don't go around sleeping with people I don't know.” (Kuro)

“Hoh, so then the other two?” (Terrian/Amy)

“We haven't done anything for the moment *gazes back toward the ceiling*.” (Kuro)

“Hmm, that's hard to believe...how old are you?” (Terrian/Amy)

“I don't see how it matters, but I’m pretty sure I’ll be 13 in just about 6 months maybe.” (Kuro)

“Oh you're so young, and about half a year until you can be an apprentice under human terms.” (Terrian/Amy)

“What do you mean (this is the first I've herd of being officially recognized of becoming an apprentice after reaching a certain age.)?” (Kuro)

“It’s when people are allowed to become an apprentice for various crafts, although not everyone follows this.” (Terrian/Amy)

“Hmm...um, can we have this conversation elsewhere, this is kind of…” (Kuro)

“*Frown* but you're so comfortable to lay next to, let's just keep talking like this.” (Terrian/Amy)

“What kind of logic is that?” (Kuro)

“It’s true though, originally I was just planning to drop you on the couch using that ability from yesterday, but I accidentally got a whiff of this really nice smell coming off you. So I checked your body a bit, your skin is surprisingly soft you know. After that I thought, ‘he would make a splendid pillow’, and I was right (of course...that's not all there is to it).” (Terrian/Amy)

“You can't just sleep with someone with such logic.” (Kuro)

“Really?” (Terrian/Amy)

The {Terrian} appeared to be confused as to why I was unwilling to be in this position. She appeared serious about that stupid pillow thing. However, I felt like there was something more to it. This woman, I can't trust her.

“...” (Kuro)

“So, I’m no good then *pout*?” (Terrian/Amy)

“That’s not it...you’re very beautiful...but we have no prior relationship to warrant such things, and I already have intentions to be with Shiro when the time comes. Maybe Puerial if her feelings are truly real. So this is a bit...” (Kuro)

I need to be careful, who knows what she would do if I angered her. At the very least I got some experience with this sort of thing from when I was dealing with Amare.

“*Gasp* to think you’re such a charmer with such morals in a world like this *smiles at his compliment*. Especially considering your species.” (Terrian/Amy)

“!?!? You...you know what I am!?” (Kuro)

“Oh...so than you don't know then? My information on the inner workings of your race is limited, but I have a bit of it's history though from various sources.” (Terrian/Amy)

“That's more than enough...seriously though, can we get off the bed (I would rather hear this sort of thing in a less restrictive position)?” (Kuro)

“...Don't wanna.” (Terrian/Amy)

“...Can you at least tell me were Shiro and Puerial are.” (Kuro)

“Ah...those two didn't seem to be able to sleep, so I had my servants use some sleeping dust to give them a good night's rest *innocent smile*.” (Terrian/Amy)

Why do I keep encountering people who like to ruin first impressions. She is definitely dangerous, but compared to her more refined actions from before she seems a bit ...off...what is she planning?

...

The talk proceeded on the bed, which was dangerous for my mental health due to how clingy she was, however I learned some interesting things.

My race is known as a Dreadling. One of the more long lived and powerful races on this planet even without cultivating to get stronger. However the flaw is their crazed nature due to the large darkness affinity they are naturally born with. This makes them have a more evil and savage persona among the known races. Their crazed minds almost always caused mass death and fear among the other races, giving them the name. If it was only them being strong in dark mana than people would’ve been able to manage. However this chaotic breed has a disposition toward all affinities, the strongest obviously being dark. This gives them resistances toward magic of all types.

Normally affinities are cultivated, but since this race was naturally born with a high amount of dark mana, they were never mentally prepared for it. However given time they eventually get a handle on their mind. By then though, the damage is done and they are also not particularly kind as well. This race is cruel in general. An odd fact though is that 99.999% of this race is female. Me being a male is extremely rare. Especially since a female Dreadling can only spawn 2 children in their entire lifetime.

But, why was I born with no affinities and why is there no information on such a race anywhere in the books I’ve looked through with how much chaos they tend to spread. I can only think that Amare may be able to help if she can.

After I got the name and the available details about my race, a window appeared.

Race Discovered

Status window has been updated

Amare’s Guide has been updated

*Error* Species’s lost legacy mission has been forcefully locked.

*Error* Irregularities detected in the host. Bonuses for race discovery withheld until resolved.

What the hell? So I really am being sealed, and a mission has been locked?

Amare, what is going on?

“Are you alright?” (Terrian/Amy)

“...Yea, just a bit shocked about a few things (I need to find a place to think on this new development). So then, I’m basically a monster to other’s.” (Kuro)

“Truth be told, when I first discovered you I was actually going to kill you to spare the world from more problems.” (Terrian/Amy)

“Ah…” (Kuro)

“However, your companions seemed to follow you willingly, so I decided to watch you instead. You are odd you know. You’re definitely crazy, I can feel that much. But it’s a type I can’t comprehend. Tell me, what is it you want to do? If the answer is to my liking I’ll see about helping you, for a price of course,” As the Terrian spoke, she appeared more and more like a interrogator from my previous life. Analyzing me and trying to trick me into revealing my secrets with a few good words to lessen my defenses. There is only one thing that I would reveal without hesitation depending on the situation.

“*Malicious grin* to end all the ones who stand on top of this world.” (Kuro)

My cause will always stay the same.

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Amy’s POV

This boy is seriously perplexing. I have been analyzing his residual mana to see his recent memories for the past few months and can say for certain, he is an irregular. Nothing I know of his race would dictate his actions.

The crazed look on his face moments before proves though that he is crazy, it didn’t look too bad on him though. From the memories I gathered from both him and the fairy he brought, shows me he isn’t a bad person. At the very least, he is not a bad person toward people under his 'protection'. To others though, he is evil incarnate. The thieves and criminals he has caught were never left intact both physically, and mentally. They were also almost always left alive to suffer the life of a cripple.

He is too weak to do anything to me, so I’m not particularly worried. If anything, I want to figure out why he does these things. He obviously didn’t know anything about his race, but it should have been instinctual for him to be cruel toward anyone based on my reports.

Him being a variant just doesn't leave me satisfied enough.

But...with what I know now, it may really be possible to make him an ally, what do you all think.

“I’m still finding it difficult to believe such a Dreadling exists.” (Nymph 1)

“But his potential can really benefit us.” (Nymph 2)

“I don't think trying to manipulate him would be fruitful. He may be young, but he is sharp.” (Nymph 3)

“Yea, you could say he was just really unlucky to bump into you.” (Nymph 4)

“So then wouldn't it be better to just make a deal with him?” (Nymph 5)

“What kind of deal?” (Nymph 1)

“He was trying to gain things from the dungeon right? Why not just allow him to hunt without the risk of death. We have control over the monsters within, it’s not that hard to make them unable to kill him and his group. We can make it a type of training for him while we get him to do a few things for us. Since we can't leave our domains with how much risk there is to our people, we can get some things done on the outside.” (Nymph 5)

“Indeed, this would be to our benefit.” (Nymph 4)

“So then it's agreed to try and rear him into a friendly partnership?” (Amy)

“Yea/Agreed/Let’s do it.” (All nymphs present in the current conversation)

“One question though.” (Nymph 3)

“What?” (Amy)

“Was it necessary to lay next to him as he slept to analyze his memories?” (Nymph 3)

“Yea, that was a bit…” (Nymph 2)

“I wasn’t kidding when I said he makes a great hug pillow.” (Amy)

“Really? Then share the memory to let us feel it too.” (Nymph 3)

“No problem here you go.” (Amy)

“Wah, how is his skin so soft?” (Nymph 4)

“Aw, why couldn’t I have been the one to meet him, memories aren't enough.” (Nymph 5)

“Well, we can meet him at some point.” (Nymph 1)

“True.” (Nymph 2)

“Yea, there is that.” (Nymph 3)

“Right well, let’s me see about getting that deal with Kuro first of all, wish me luck.” (Amy)

“Good luck/Don’t stop till he gives in/Use whatever it takes.” (All nymphs present in the current conversation)

Ok then, let’s see how this plays out. If we are lucky those nasty seals on him can be suppressed a bit.

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Kuro’s POV

After I stated my intentions the {Terrian} went quiet as she observed me. She may be trying to determine if my words are true or not. Before she began talking i noticed a subtle glint in her eyes that quickly disappeared.

“Kuro...Would you like to make a deal?” (Terrian/Amy)

...How does she know my name, we never had any formal greetings between us. The entire time we spoke she never spoke my name. This woman...

Whatever deal she wants to make, I just hope it isn’t unreasonable.

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A/N: Well now...that was interesting.

Now he might have a reliable way to gain levels (currently he has been fighting weak to average strength monsters, this also includes him always fighting weak criminals, with no real benefit from it besides satisfaction), rather than just stats, and possibly get some great gear.

Look forward to what happened to the pervert when he returns.

I have also noticed a significant increase in the number of followers. Thank you for reading.