Pharmacist Guild

They decided to check into an inn for the night, planning to visit the pharmacist guild the following day. Gary guided them to an acquaintance's inn, acknowledging that while it may not be the most visually pleasing establishment, its hospitality was dependable, and the price was reasonable.

Upon entering the inn, Gary called out, "Old lady, I brought customers," Gary shouted as they entered the inn announcing their arrival. The innkeeper, a beautiful young woman with flowing red locks tied into a neat ponytail, greeted Gary with surprise. "Why are you back so soon? I wasn't expecting you for some time," she said with a smile.

Gary shared the reason for his unexpected return, explaining, "Something urgent came up, and I've brought people from my village who require my expertise."

The innkeeper nodded, understanding the importance of their situation. She turned to Devin, Alex, and Kylian, welcoming them with warmth. "Welcome to our inn, dear guests, my name is Cathy, please make yourselves comfortable. We will take care of your needs during your stay," she assured.

Devin smiled at Cathy, appreciating her warm welcome. "Thank you, Cathy. It's a pleasure to be here. We will be needing two rooms and some food," they replied.

Cathy nodded, understanding their requests, and swiftly handed over the room keys. "Here are your room keys. As for the food, what kind of dishes would you like? And would you be interested in drinks as well?" she inquired.

Devin thought for a moment, considering the preferences of their companions. Ultimately, they decided to give Gary and Kylian a shared room, while Devin and Alex would have their own separate space. Devin then turned to Cathy and responded, "Please provide us with the special dish for each of us. As for drinks, you can offer us two tropical drinks. However, you can ask Kylian and Gary if they would like any alcoholic beverages."

Cathy nodded again, taking note of their requests. "Understood. I will make sure to have the special dish prepared for each of you, along with the two tropical drinks. I will check with Kylian and Gary regarding their preferences for alcoholic beverages," she assured.

Devin thanked her for her understanding and assistance. "Thank you, Cathy. We appreciate your help, and we look forward to enjoying our stay at your inn," they said sincerely.

Cathy smiled warmly, ensuring them that their comfort and satisfaction were of utmost importance. "You're very welcome. If there's anything else you need, don't hesitate to let me know. Enjoy your meal and have a pleasant stay," she said graciously.

Food and drinks can be enjoyed in Oasis, and the body will feel the effect, this is one of the reasons for the conspiracy theories to fly around.

In light of the rules that prohibit underage drinking and the potential penalties that could be incurred within Oasis, Devin and Alex were fully aware of the restrictions. As responsible individuals, they adhered to the guidelines and refrained from consuming alcohol. They understood that violating the rules could lead to penalties such as losing experience points and being unable to log in for several days, depending on how the game system judged the severity of the offense.

Although it was peculiar that Oasis allowed for killing but imposed strict measures on underage drinking, Devin and Alex respected and followed the game's rules to avoid any negative consequences.

As they waited for their food to be served in the inn's lounge, Gary initiated a conversation, inquiring about Devin and Alex's plans. Curiously, he asked, "Devin and Alex, what's your plan for our time in Serene City?"

Devin took a moment to gather his thoughts before responding, "I plan to visit the library in the pharmacist guild later in the evening to gather information about the necessary resources we need for the village. After that, I intend to explore the market to see if we can find any additional supplies."

Alex chimed in, sharing his own plan, "I also plan to visit the market and various guilds to gather more information. Since this is our first time in the city, I want to learn as much as possible about the resources and potential solutions available."

Gary nodded, understanding their intentions. "Great! I can accompany you guys and show you around. Just let me know where you want to go, and I'll be there to guide you," he offered.

They agreed to take him up on his offer, knowing that his knowledge and experience would be invaluable during their time in Serene City.

With that settled, the group awaited their delicious meal, planning their next steps.

As Devin and Alex savored the delectable flavors of their seafood paella and enjoyed their refreshing drinks, Kylian couldn't help but sigh, reflecting on the humble meals back in their village. "I wonder when the village will have the opportunity to enjoy a meal like this," he murmured, a tinge of longing in his voice.

Alex, understanding Kylian's sentiment, placed a comforting hand on his shoulder and reassured him, "Don't worry, buddy. We will do our best to help the village. The time for the village to enjoy good meals and prosperity is drawing near." These two bonded on the journey here.

Kylian smiled appreciatively, grateful for their support.

Devin entered the small but clean room, feeling a sense of relief as they planned to rest before embarking on their exploration of the city. Eager to gather his thoughts and assess his progress, Devin opened his profile panel, reviewing his current status within the game.

Name: Devin James

Title: Village Owner (locked)

Class: Unallocated

Level: 6

Race: Human

Exp: 8000/9000

Reputation: 40

Devin's heart swelled with pride at the progress they had made. Level 6 was considered a high rank within the game, reserved for those with exceptional skills and experience. He knows that only the military and some affluent noble families who had started the game early would have reached a similar level.

Scrolling further down, Devin assessed his skills and inventory, taking note of the valuable resources he had acquired so far.

Skills:

- Appraisal Skill (Advanced)

- Origin Sutra

- Art of Medicine (locked)

Items:

- Pharmacopeia

- Storage Ring

- Eyes of Indra

- Origin Full Body Suit, including cloak

- Origin Katana (weapon)

- 10 Faerie Plum

- 20 Luminary Citrus

- 30 Emerald Fern Stone

- 50 Iron Ore

- 50 Copper Ore

- 20 Steel Ore

- 10 Silver Light Blossom Herbs

- 10 Moonstone Moss Herbs

- 10 Everflame Ruby and Moondust Opal

- Eyes of Hyde, Pelt of Hyde, Talons of Hyde, Hyde's Dark Core

Feeling content with his progress, Devin looked forward to reaching higher levels where the true adventures and challenges of the game awaited.

With a sense of accomplishment, Devin closed his profile panel and prepared to rest before their exploration of Serene City.

Gary's knock on their door roused Devin and Alex from their restful slumber. Although they were aware that their physical bodies were still in the gaming cabin, they couldn't help but feel the sensations within their avatars, making the experience almost indistinguishable from reality.

Feeling refreshed and ready to tackle their itineraries, Devin and Alex made their way out of the inn and onto the bustling streets of Serene City. Fortunately, all the important guilds were conveniently within walking distance from each other, making exploration more efficient.

As the group reached their destination, Devin bid farewell to his companions, heading into the pharmacist guild with determination. Making a beeline for the front desk, they greeted the staff member with politeness and respect. "Good afternoon, I would like to gain access to the library," Devin stated.

The staff member returned the greeting with a formal smile, maintaining professionalism. "Good afternoon. Are you a member of our guild?" He inquired.

Shaking his head, Devin replied, "No, I would like to purchase a visitor pass card."

The staff member explained the terms, stating that the visitor pass card was only valid for a day and came with a price of 1 gold. Devin frowned slightly at the cost, realizing that accessibility and knowledge in the field of medicine were limited to the wealthy in this virtual world.

Despite the discouraging thought, Devin paid the required amount, understanding the importance of upgrading their encyclopedia with the latest information. The staff member handed him a card, which would serve as his permit to enter the esteemed pharmacist library.

Thanking the staff member, Devin tucked the card away safely.

Devin stepped into the expansive library of the pharmacist guild, greeted by towering bookshelves stretching along the walls. Spotting the librarian, Devin approached her and presented the visitor's permit. The librarian stamped the permit with a sense of formality. "Visitors permit. You can only access books on the first floor," she informed Devin.

Devin couldn't help but feel a pang of disappointment at the limitation imposed by the permit. Paying one gold coin for the privilege of only accessing books on the first floor seemed like a rip-off to him. However, he was determined to make the most of the opportunity and didn't waste any time.