Chapter 3: Dreamworld of Resources

Valerie's excitement over the Thaumonomicon and the promise of Thaumcraft's arcane arts had been tempered by a stark realization—she lacked the practical knowledge and resources necessary to fully utilize the modded Minecraft system bestowed upon her. Determined to bridge this gap, Valerie hatched a plan to seek guidance from her secret ally, the system that governed her existence in Fantasia.

Under the cover of night, Valerie retreated to her room, where she had hidden a small crystal infused with the modded Minecraft system's power. Clutching it tightly, she whispered, "System, I have a question."

The familiar blue screen materialized before her, and the computerized voice echoed in her ears. "Valerie, how may I assist you?"

Taking a deep breath, Valerie spoke with a mix of hope and uncertainty. "System, do I possess the power of a Minecraft character in this world, or do I only possess the knowledge and ability to craft modded items?"

The screen flickered momentarily, processing the query before responding. "Valerie, you possess the knowledge and ability to craft modded items within Fantasia. However, you do not possess the physical capabilities or limitations of a Minecraft character. Your actions and abilities are governed by the rules and restrictions of this world."

Valerie nodded, absorbing the information. She was relieved to know that she had the capacity to craft and utilize modded items. While she may not possess the superhuman strength and agility of a Minecraft character, her newfound knowledge would still grant her access to extraordinary powers and abilities.

With newfound determination, Valerie left her room and made her way back to Elara, who was still fast asleep. She gently kissed her adoptive mother's forehead, grateful for the love and care Elara had bestowed upon her. Today would be a pivotal day, as Valerie set out to uncover the resources she needed to delve deeper into the modded Minecraft system.

As the sun rose, Valerie slipped out of the house, venturing into the wilderness surrounding their humble abode. She wandered deep into the forest, guided by an innate sense of direction that seemed to align with the modded Minecraft system. The lush foliage parted to reveal a hidden glade, bathed in dappled sunlight.

Feeling a strange lull in her energy, Valerie settled into the grass, her eyelids growing heavy. The events of the day and the weight of her undertaking had taken their toll. It wasn't long before sleep overtook her, and she found herself descending into a deep slumber.

As Valerie drifted into dreams, her consciousness was transported into a world that mirrored the virtual realm of Minecraft. She stood within a sprawling landscape, the earth beneath her feet composed of pixelated blocks. Her senses tingled with excitement as she realized that she now resided within a Minecraft dreamworld.

With a renewed sense of purpose, Valerie surveyed her surroundings. Towering mountains loomed in the distance, their peaks shimmering with valuable ores. Lush forests offered an abundance of wood and foliage, ripe for gathering. Rivers cascaded through the landscape, harboring untold treasures beneath their shimmering surfaces.

Valerie wasted no time, her eyes shining with determination. She instinctively understood that within this dreamworld, she possessed the abilities of a Minecraft character, enabling her to mine and gather resources with ease. She picked up a wooden pickaxe that had mysteriously appeared by her side and set off towards the mountains.

Swinging her pickaxe, Valerie chipped away at the stone and unearthed veins of gleaming iron, shimmering gold, and glittering diamonds. The sense of accomplishment surged through her as she gathered these valuable resources, feeling the weight of the blocks in her hands as she harvested them.

The dreamworld proved to be a treasure trove of materials, with caves and caverns revealing hidden gems and mysterious crystals. Valerie marveled at the abundance surrounding her, knowing that these resources would aid her in her quest to master the modded Minecraft system.

As the dreamworld sun began to set, casting a warm golden glow across the landscape, Valerie's body stirred back in the waking world. Her eyes fluttered open, and she found herself lying once again in the familiar glade. The memory of the dreamworld's riches lingered in her mind, and she clutched her newfound determination tightly.

With a renewed sense of purpose, Valerie returned home, eager to put her dreamworld experience to good use. She would utilize the resources she had gathered within her dreams to craft the tools and items necessary for her modded adventures. The possibilities seemed endless, and she knew that the path ahead would be challenging, but also filled with excitement and discovery.

As she settled into her bed, her mind brimming with dreams of new creations and enchantments, Valerie couldn't help but smile. The dreamworld had provided her with a glimpse of the vast resources waiting to be harnessed, and she was ready to bring them forth into the waking world of Fantasia.

With that thought in mind, Valerie closed her eyes, drifting into a peaceful sleep, her dreams once again intermingling with the world of Minecraft and the modded adventures that awaited her.