Outfitting a Fortune

🏙️ Seeking the Best Smithy

After returning to the city, Minho found himself strolling through the busy streets alongside his party. The scent of freshly baked bread mixed with the distant clang of metal on metal, a familiar sound in a city filled with adventurers and warriors.

As they passed various shops, Minho suddenly turned to his group.

"Hey, where's the best blacksmith in town?"

The question caught them off guard.

🔥 Selena raised an eyebrow. "The best? Well… that would be Ironheart Forge. It's run by Master Geddric. He supplies weapons to noble knights and even some royal guards."

⚔️ Darius nodded. "Yeah, but his stuff isn't cheap. Most adventurers don't even step foot in there unless they've saved up for months."

🏹 Leon chuckled. "You sure you don't want to start with something more… reasonable?"

✨ Astrid hesitated. "Mister Minho, if you're looking for a basic set of gear, there are plenty of—"

"Nope, we're going to Ironheart Forge." Minho grinned.

His party exchanged confused glances but followed him anyway.

🏛️ Arriving at Ironheart Forge

A short walk later, they stood in front of Ironheart Forge, an imposing stone building with an iron sign hanging above the entrance. The scent of molten metal and burning coal filled the air. Through the open workshop, the rhythmic clang of hammers against steel echoed, and skilled blacksmiths toiled over glowing blades.

Inside, the walls were lined with weapons and armor of exquisite craftsmanship—steel swords polished to perfection, enchanted spears radiating faint magical auras, and plate armor fit for knights.

A broad-shouldered blacksmith, his arms thick as tree trunks and his face smudged with soot, looked up from his work.

🔨 "Welcome. If you're looking for standard gear, the cheaper stock is in the back."

Minho barely glanced at the back. Instead, he clapped his hands together and grinned.

"Actually, I want the best. Not just for me—for all of them. Spare no expense."

Silence.

The blacksmith blinked. His assistants froze. Several adventurers browsing the shop turned their heads. Even Minho's party reacted in shock.

🔥 Selena coughed. "W-What?"✨ Astrid's eyes widened. "Mister Minho, do you even know how much that would cost?!"⚔️ Darius crossed his arms. "Are you serious?"🏹 Leon whistled. "You do know that high-quality gear starts at dozens of gold per piece, right?"🪓 Gunnar grinned. "I like this guy more and more."

The blacksmith cleared his throat.

🔨 "Sir… you're saying you want the best gear for all five of them?"

Minho nodded. "Exactly. Give them the best weapons and armor you have. If it's custom, I don't mind paying extra."

💰 The room collectively held its breath.

💭 (Did he just say 'spare no expense'??)💭 (Is he a noble? A prince? Who just orders top-tier equipment for an entire party without hesitation?)

The blacksmith studied him for a long moment, then nodded, rubbing his chin.

🔨 "Very well. Follow me. We'll get you all fitted properly."

Minho's party remained stunned as they were led deeper into the forge, still processing what just happened.

Meanwhile, Minho could barely hide his excitement.

💸 Time to burn through even more gold.

And judging by their shocked faces, his surprise was already a success.

🏛️ Fitting the Party with the Best Gear

Minho followed the blacksmith through a reinforced iron door, leading into a private section of the forge. Unlike the front, where weapons and armor were displayed for browsing, this room was reserved for high-end clientele—nobles, elite knights, and now… one absurdly rich newcomer.

🔥 Selena whispered, "This room is normally off-limits…"✨ Astrid gulped. "I don't think I've ever even seen this part of the shop."

Minho barely reacted, pretending this was perfectly normal. The blacksmith, Master Geddric, gestured toward a selection of premium gear displayed on racks and mannequins.

🔨 "Since you said 'spare no expense,' let's start with armor. Do your people prefer mobility, defense, or something in between?"

Minho glanced at his party. "What do you all think?"

🏹 Leon raised a hand first. "I'm an archer. Heavy armor would slow me down, so I'd prefer reinforced leather—something with good flexibility but enough protection to handle close combat if needed."

🔨 Geddric nodded and gestured to a mannequin wearing Shadowhide Reinforced Leather, a deep brown set with blackened steel plates protecting vital areas.

🔹 [Shadowhide Reinforced Leather] – A master-crafted set combining lightweight mobility with tempered steel plating. Designed for high-speed fighters.💰 Cost: 15 Gold

Leon's jaw nearly dropped. "Fifteen gold for armor…? That's more than I make in a year!"

Minho waved it off. "Perfect. That'll be yours."

🏹 Leon looked like he might faint.

🔥 Selena crossed her arms. "I fight in the front line, so I need plate armor, but I can't be weighed down too much."

Geddric smirked. "Then this will be your best bet." He patted a gleaming Mythril-Steel Hybrid Breastplate.

🔹 [Mythril-Steel Hybrid Breastplate] – A perfect mix of steel's durability and mythril's lightness. Enchanted to reduce weight without sacrificing defense.💰 Cost: 30 Gold

🔥 Selena's eyes widened. "That's… high-tier knight armor."

"Good," Minho said. "You'll take it."

⚔️ Darius scratched his chin. "I'm a swordsman, so I need balanced armor—good defense but not too bulky."

Geddric nodded and pulled out a Reinforced Adamantite Half-Plate.

🔹 [Reinforced Adamantite Half-Plate] – Crafted from rare adamantite alloy, providing exceptional durability with reduced weight.💰 Cost: 40 Gold

⚔️ Darius nearly choked. "That armor alone costs more than an entire house in the countryside!"

🏹 Leon muttered, "I think I might cry."

🪓 Gunnar, the burly axeman, grinned. "Give me the heaviest damn armor you have."

Geddric chuckled and pointed toward Full Adamantite Plate Armor, an absolute fortress of steel.

🔹 [Full Adamantite Plate Armor] – Maximum defense. Virtually impervious to normal weapons. Heavy as hell, but perfect for a walking tank.💰 Cost: 50 Gold

Gunnar let out a booming laugh. "Now that's what I'm talking about!"

✨ Astrid, the cleric, hesitated. "I… I can't wear heavy armor, and I need something that won't restrict spellcasting."

Geddric pulled out Blessed Silverlight Robes.

🔹 [Blessed Silverlight Robes] – High-quality enchanted robes with built-in magical protection, perfect for clerics.💰 Cost: 25 Gold

Astrid's hands trembled. "That… that's worth more than an entire church's yearly donations…"

Minho clapped his hands together. "Alright, we'll take all of it."

💰 Total Armor Cost: 160 Gold

Silence.

Geddric blinked. The assistants stood frozen. Minho's party stared at him in sheer disbelief.

🔥 Selena whispered, "You're really doing this…?"🏹 Leon rubbed his eyes. "I'm not dreaming, right?"✨ Astrid fidgeted. "Mister Minho… this is… beyond generous…"

Minho grinned. "We're not done yet. Now, let's talk weapons."

⚔️ Selecting the Weapons

🔨 Geddric led them to a weapons rack filled with masterpieces.

🏹 Leon picked up a sleek black bow. "This… this is Nightpiercer, a master-crafted longbow with wind enchantments!"

🔹 [Nightpiercer] – A mythril-reinforced bow that increases arrow speed and accuracy.💰 Cost: 20 Gold

🔥 Selena tested a Flamebrand Greatsword, a steel blade infused with fire magic.💰 Cost: 35 Gold

⚔️ Darius found a Runed Knight's Blade, an enchanted longsword with a balanced grip.💰 Cost: 40 Gold

🪓 Gunnar lifted a massive Dragonbone War Axe, its edge gleaming with destructive power.💰 Cost: 50 Gold

✨ Astrid held a Holy Staff of Elysium, a rare artifact that enhanced healing magic.💰 Cost: 30 Gold

Minho clapped. "Wrap them all up."

💰 Total Weapon Cost: 175 Gold💰 Grand Total: 335 Gold

🏷️ Finalizing the Purchase

Geddric exhaled. "Sir, I have to ask… just who are you?"

Minho just smiled. "A businessman who enjoys investing in his people."

The blacksmith chuckled. "Well, sir, I have to say… I've never had a customer like you. It's been an honor outfitting your party."

Minho turned to his group. "Alright, everyone. You're officially armed with the best money can buy."

🔥 Selena clenched her fists. "I… I don't know what to say."🏹 Leon bowed his head. "Minho… thank you."⚔️ Darius smirked. "I don't know if you're crazy or just absurdly rich, but I won't complain."🪓 Gunnar grinned. "You're definitely my favorite employer now."✨ Astrid wiped her eyes. "Mister Minho… I will serve you with all my heart!"

Minho waved them off. "No need for all that. Just make sure I don't die."

As they left the forge, Minho glanced at his system.

📜 [SPENDING RECKLESSLY BONUS ACTIVATED!]🔹 Luck +5🔹 Charisma +10🔹 Secret Reward Added to Inventory

Minho smirked.

💭 Wasting money has never felt so good.

[To Be Continued…]