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In a world where "Treasure World Online" (TWO) is the most popular game, players can find artifacts, treasures, and rare items that can be sold for real money. The game was created by a mysterious genius developer, and millions of people play it to get rich.

Our protagonist is completely broke. He dreams of playing TWO to escape poverty but can't afford the game. One day, he accidentally wins the lottery—but before he can enjoy his new wealth, he gets scammed, leaving him with only a little money. In frustration, he spends his last savings to buy the game.

But something weird happens. Instead of the normal version, he gets a secret Beta Version of TWO, which has:

Exclusive content that no other player has access to.

Unreleased hidden quests, NPCs, and secret locations.

A mysterious system that gives him strange "luck-based" abilities.

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As I stepped through the glowing blue portal, a wave of warm air hit me.

I stood at the entrance of a massive town, stretching as far as the eye could see.

Unlike the quiet villages I'd seen before, this place was alive with activity.

Shops lined the streets, their signs glowing with magical runes.

Merchants shouted their wares, advertising rare items.

Street performers played music, attracting small crowds.

> Me (internally): "This is like a hidden hub for high-level players… but I found it as a Level 1?"

I turned to Lora, who was watching me with an amused smile.

> Lora: "Well, young man. Now that you're here, what are you going to do?"

Right. Nina sent me here for Clacton Silk.

> Me: "I need to find a shop selling Clacton Silk. Do you know where I can find it?"

> Lora: "Clacton Silk? That's easy. Just go straight ahead and look for a store named Barbar Shop. That's what you're looking for."

But if that's where I needed to go, then fine.

Lora stretched her arms, then turned away.

> Lora: "Well, I have things to do. You can explore Ssles on your own now."

She started walking off, but before she could disappear, I quickly called out—

> Me: "Wait! Where can I find a clock like yours? The one that tells when the portal appears."

Lora stopped, looking back at me with a smirk.

> Lora: "Oh? You're already thinking ahead?"

> Me: "I don't want to rely on luck to get back here."

> Lora: "Smart. In that case, the Barbar Shop sells them too. Just ask when you're there."

With that, she waved lazily and walked away, disappearing into the crowd.

I stood there for a moment, still processing everything.

> Me (internally): "Was that really an NPC? She acted way too natural."

I'd played a lot of VR games, but the way Lora interacted with me…

> Me (internally): "Is this because of the beta version?"

Either way, I had a mission to complete.

I took a deep breath, cracked my knuckles, and set off toward Barbar Shop.

Day 2.2 the Moving Town of Ssles