[Breaking News] At 7:21 am today, in the City of San Diego, animals at the Zoo were released by an individual dressed as a catwoman…

Jacob looked at the television. No matter what channel he put on they were talking about it. He remembers this woman in costume. She would be arrested this very same day a few hours later. She had caused all of the commotion in order to complete the mission to help animals in order to gain tamer skill.

In her words only then would it be counted as helping an animal. And, in a way, it worked, as although many animals were later recovered, more than ten had succeeded in escaping. In her statement, the self-titled catwoman showed no remorse and said the whole process she went through was just to save the animals at the Zoo. In the face of this, she had some supporters on the internet, however, they were few, since two people died in the process of her jailbreak.

Turning off the television and watching live streams, he saw that someone was already doing well by completing their first mission with the following title: [Helping a wheelchair user to walk again!] The person who was fighting some fierce wolves was a tall and strong man. Jacob was still waiting for Abel to return. With nothing to do, he started to watch.

People had been adapting very quickly, and many already learned to use the group system. Obviously, the influence of online games made quite a few figure things out very quickly.

Apparently, the person in the wheelchair was someone poor, as everything the woman in her early 30s wore was very simple. Even the wheelchair was simple and a little shabby...

'Well, it doesn't matter the reason; as long as it's helping, it's a good reason, I guess.' That's how Jacob thought.

He understood that the person doing the Livestream had their own interest in doing this, not just out of the goodness of their heart. But that didn't change the fact that it was helping. In the same way that Jacob thought that even though many philanthropists only help people by making donations for appearances, it still didn't change the fact that many of them helped thousands of people.

Of course, that kind of thinking Jacob kept to himself. It was no use saying that to people who would find something to lash out at and belittle even though some of them never even help someone in times of need.

In one case in particular, Jacob saw an acquaintance of his see his sister-in-law and nephews go hungry, as his brother 'went to buy cigarettes' and never came back, leaving her and two children alone. At the time, it was his father and mother who helped the woman. She was their neighbor, and his mother, who was a very kind person, helped a lot with food and even paid for water and electricity. His father, despite being more strict, even found a job for her that paid a decent wage, and finally the woman in question managed to get a good job and salary to put her children in daycare, hire a full time nanny, and pay the bills. That's why Jacob said his mother and father were so kind. This was neither the first nor the last time that his mother helped someone...

Anyway, that's why he came to think like that...

Sensing that it would still be a while before Abel returned, Jacob had Aurora and Yuki exit the Contract Space. The instant the two appeared, they were immediately happy. It was also at this moment that Jacob was stunned by the system notification.

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'Just like that!?' Jacob looked at the two and thought of something: 'Was it because of the Contract Space?'

It was the most reasonable answer. Going up two levels like this must have been related to the fruits they ate or even by staying in the Contract Space. Regardless, they gained a lot of EXP.

"Bring me one of those fruits, okay?" Last time, he'd brought Aurora who had a half-eaten apple, he'd forgotten to rate it at the time, not giving it much thought, but now, his curiosity was piqued.

With a sound similar to a bird song, Aurora replied in the affirmative. Jacob sent her back in the Contract Space and waited a few minutes before calling her back.

"Let's bring you out here again for a while," Jacob said.

Aurora and Yuki climbed over Jacob's body and stood on either side of his shoulders. Jacob smiled kindly, and before leaving, he left a note for Abel in case she got out of the Labyrinth before he returned. However, the moment he stepped outside, he saw someone unpleasant.

"Tsk, what are you looking at, huh?"

Jacob snorted coldly and didn't even pay attention to the gibe from his neighbor Maicon. Being ignored by someone he despised, Maicon was furious, but the girl next to him of average appearance, mediated with him while tugging on his arm.

What Maicon didn't notice was that the eyes of the girl next to him shone with a strange light when looking at Jacob, however, she didn't stay looking for long, knowing how jealous Maicon was.

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As he walked, Jacob found the trail of another quest.

'As I thought, although it took a few minutes, I found the trail of another mission.' Jacob's eyes lit up when he saw this.

It had to be said that at the current time, very few missions were available. Main quests were locked by level or certain situations, and at the current time, Jacob still hadn't met the prerequisites.

[Special Quest: Amanda's Strong Resentment]

Clicking, even getting some strange looks from the people nearby, Jacob didn't pay attention as he read what appeared.

[Congratulations, you found a trace of a quest. A special quest has been triggered: (Amanda's Strong Resentment). Would you like to accept it?]

[Yes.] Jacob clicked.

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[Special Quest: Amanda's Strong Resentment]

Quest Objective: Bring Justice for Amanda (Deadline: 29 days)

A month ago, Amanda da Rosa found her ten-year-old daughter dead in her home. Her daughter was abused and killed and Amanda suspected her brother Lucas da Rosa, however, she had no way of proving it… Find evidence and bring justice for Amanda.

Note: Amanda knew that her brother, Lucas da Rosa, was the culprit, as she suspected him for some time of having a strange look whenever he looked at her daughter and even heard her daughter say that her uncle touched her body. However, Lucas has an alibi, and because of that, he was declared innocent.

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[Reward: Earring of Judgment (High Quality)]

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'What a strange mission...'

Since he had never been given such a strange quest before, Jacob couldn't help but think that this type of quest was unique and particular to the First Player. It didn't seem like a quick mission to complete, nor did it feel greatly urgent. The reward would also be the same for completing at any time within the time limit, so Jacob decided to turn back, making Aurora and Yuki return to the Contract Space.

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When Jacob returned, Abel had already come back from the Labyrinth.

"Jacob." Seeing him approach, Abel's eyes narrowed, and when she smiled gently, there was a sparkle to her eyes. There was a small dimple on her right cheek and she looked extremely adorable.

Seeing that she no longer used the items he lent her, but new items that she must have gotten in the Labyrinth, Jacob smiled, "Well done. How was it there?"

"It went well, but I used one of your potions, I'm sorry." She stuck her tongue out with no sign of regret. Despite having access to the shop and seeing the price, Abel got a considerable amount of gold thanks to the Labyrinth. She also got another Labyrinth key, so despite all that, she didn't feel that it was too much of a loss.

Just as she expected, Jacob wasn't upset. He even smiled and said, "Amazing, it only took one potion and you managed to pass the 15th floor? I kind of knew you'd make it, but it went better than I expected. Very good!" He gave her a thumbs-up.

"Hehe, right?" Abel had a smug smile on her face and acted a bit silly when she heard Jacob's praise. Abel's heart filled with sweetness knowing that not only did Jacob not blame her, but he also praised her for the good performance she had given.

Edited by: Azurtha