I followed Mine along while listening to her advice on various things, whether it be places or things we should know. She seems to be working hard to deserve the gold medal she received.
The first thing I learned was the value of money in this world. The standard currency of this world is coins. Starting from copper, silver, gold, and platinum from least to highest. Every one hundred coins is equal to one more valuable mineral coin. For example, one hundred copper coins is equal to one silver coin. Some coins use other minerals such as diamond, jade, or mithril. It will have a higher value but it's not very popular so don't worry about it.
And each country and territory has different currencies. For example, this country is called Rian currency. But Mine said not to worry because no matter what you call it, everywhere they use the same coins.
As for bonds, it's not that they don't exist but are mostly used by insiders. Because it is easier to imitate and has no intrinsic value, unlike coins. Only large countries or high-ranking trade guild members used it.
Normally, a commoner's living expenses would be five to six silver coins per month, and they had an income of Fifty to sixty silver coins. And the cost of the food will be about ten copper coins. A loaf of bread will be three copper coins.
It may sound like the villagers have saved money, but they don't because it's only money for one person. If there is an additional family, expenses will increase accordingly. Even though you can buy food and cook it yourself to save money, it doesn't help much because the real cost is the tax and protection fees. Because ordinary people were protected by the city, or more correctly, the landlords, from various dangers. Because he had to repay the nobles by paying taxes, the landlords would use the taxes to provide convenience to the people. Well, it's the Middle Ages. The feudal system is full.
I am not a person who opposes taxation much. Plus, in this world, there are really dangerous things from what the nobles said. But it was clear they were using taxes to enjoy themselves, not to help the people.
Sigh... whether it's this world or any other world, it's really all the same.
In terms of the value of money It's easy to say that one copper coin is equal to one hundred yen. That means that the average person in this world has an average income of... one million yen per month!
That may already sound shocking. But what was more shocking was all the money I had. Because many of the shiny black coins I was reluctant to use were actually mithril coins. And one mithril coin is worth one hundred platinum coins.
That means that one mithril is worth...uh..one hundred million copper coins.
So that means one mithril is equal to...ten billion yen!!
And I didn't have just one coin, but a whole sack of them. I was really lucky that I was given a gold medal when I left. If I accidentally give the mithril coin, I will definitely be killed and robbed.
"What's wrong, brother? Your face is really tense." Mine asked me worriedly, looking up and down. "Or do you want to go to the restroom? I'll take you to the public restroom. It's next to a park but it's far away. You wouldn't poop on it before you got there, would you?"
"Nothing, just thinking about something stressful," I answered her.
Seeing that I didn't want to tell her, Mine didn't bother me but went on to advise me on various matters as was her duty.
Next is the dungeon. There are many dungeons around, both inside and outside the walls. And as expected, the mountain behind the city was actually a dungeon.
In the innermost walled area, there was also a dungeon, but it was monopolized by the nobles and lords of this city. Cannot enter without a permit.
The most popular dungeon was the Moyan Dungeon, which was located in the outer wall, or this area.
We talked about many things until we arrived at the adventurer's guild as agreed upon. This is the end of the employment contract. Got a lot of knowledge.
"Hey Mine, if anything is missing or you're in trouble, you can come to me. I really like you. Haha," I said jokingly.
"Haha, of course brother, when the time comes, don't forget to feed me." After waving goodbye, the young Harfling, ran off and disappeared into the crowd as if she had never existed. Seeing that she was gone, I walked towards the adventurer's guild.
The building was a three-story building located near the Moyan Dungeon. There is a symbol of crossed swords on the shield, making it easy to know what guild it is.
Upon entering the building, you will find a beer garden and wooden tables for socializing. Many people were sitting and talking and eating. The overall atmosphere is not much different from a bar. In another corner of the bar, there are many wooden boards with lots of paper stuck on them. More people were gathering than sitting and eating. Some talked to each other. Some fought over the paper.
Looking at the situation, it can be assumed that the board is where various quests are received.
I didn't get much attention to enter, only a few people glanced at me. But when they saw my ugly face, everyone turned away. This is how it feels to be an ugly person.
I observed things on the first floor for a while and after not finding anything resembling a registration counter on this floor, went up to the second floor.
When I got up, I immediately encountered a counter with service people. There were not many people using the service compared to the first floor. I looked for an empty counter and quickly walked in. The feeling is similar to going to the bank.
"Hello, welcome. How can I help you?"
The female employee asked, smiling. She was a beautiful, mature woman with brown hair tied in a bun. Probably 4-5 years older than me. Having a mole under your eye looks extremely charming.
The important thing is that she has big breasts.
"Hello, I would like to register as Adventurer."
"Yes. Have you ever registered from another city?"
"Never." I shook my head.
"Then please sign on this document." Onee-san opened her drawer and searched through the document for a moment before handing it to me. "If you can't write, we have a free writing service."
"It's okay. I can write." I declined.
A look of surprise flashed through her eyes but it quickly faded. It is not strange because in this world education is still very behind. Only those with money and nobles could send their children to study and be able to write. And my appearance now doesn't look like that of a rich man or a nobleman.
I handed the paper over to her to read. The woman nodded slightly after reading, "Yes, from the information provided, there is nothing unusual. But we must first verify that the information obtained is true."
Finished speaking, she walked over and picked up a piece of colored crystal and placed it on the table. "Hold this crystal and say your name, level, class, and race," she said.
"Tengo, level one, no class, human race." I complied easily. All I can say is that these things, even if they aren't fake, are my real information. So there's nothing to worry about.
There was no reaction from the crystal. The female employee nodded in satisfaction. "Okay, the information is correct. The total fee is three hundred rian."
Three hundred rians...then that's the equivalent of three silver coins. It is considered expensive compared to the cost of living. I handed over the gold coin. It looks like I'll have to go to the bank to exchange money after this, but let's leave it after I find a house first.
After receiving the money and crystal She returned with change and a white card similar to an ID card.
"Hold this card, sir," she said, handing it to me. "Then say your name."
"Tengo"
As soon as I said my name The card emitted a weak light and drained a bit of my HP. Then on the card, letters appeared with my information.
Tengo Male Lv.1 Rank:1
Class: none
Cities affiliated : Tira
I flipped the card over in excitement. The card has no decorations or gold borders. It feels similar to plastic rather than steel or zinc. Strong but flexible, at least able to bend. On the back is the faint insignia of the Adventurer's Guild.
"Heh heh."
I couldn't stop smiling as I looked at my card, even paying attention to the Onee-san who was standing in front of me waiting for my change.
All right, so now I'm a complete adventurer.