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A new virtual panel suddenly materialized on Ardi's HUD:

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[Merge Confirmation Panel]

Merge Items: Simple Manor House + Town Center Rickshaw

Warning: Merging may trigger unexpected mutations and changes.

  [ Yes ]  [ No ]

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Ardi, now thoroughly accustomed to these system prompts, smiled confidently and pressed Yes. In an instant, the Town Center Rickshaw dissolved into a brilliant beam of light that streaked toward his Simple Manor. Both structures shone with an intense, blinding radiance as they merged into one.

Almost immediately, five silent, alert shinobi sprang into action, forming a protective circle around Ardi. Their eyes scanned the area for any sign of danger. Simultaneously, ten vigilant Ashigarus formed a tight, disciplined line before the gathered villagers. Clutching his heart with a soft, reassuring smile, Ardi raised his hand and spoke in a gentle, calming tone, "Peace, my People. There is nothing to fear. We are merely witnessing the birth of a new chapter."

Sensing the rising tension among the villagers, Ardi softly beckoned, "Yui, please—show yourself." At that moment, Yui Change form and materialized in her graceful humanoid form: a radiant 21-year-old woman with flowing white hair and elegant blue eyes. Her presence, like a serene light amid chaos, immediately brought a hush over the assembly. The villagers, awestruck, murmured respectfully, "My Lady…" while some bowed their heads in reverence.

Daimyo Manor : A 3-story fortress blending the core functionality of your original Simple Manor House with the refined elegance of a traditional Japanese citadel.

• Basement: Shinobi hideout, weapons storeroom, prison, and emergency shelter.

• Floor 1: The bustling heart of the village—featuring a grand village hall, Ardi's private lord's office, food and equipment storage, material reserves, a dojo, a lounge, a private onsen, and a serene private garden.

• Floor 2: Ardi's personal quarters, including a spacious bedroom, an archive room, and three additional chambers.

Ardi's eyes shone with quiet satisfaction as he surveyed the transformation. "This... This is exactly what we need for our new beginning," he declared warmly. His voice, imbued with both pride and a sense of duty, echoed through the hall. "My dear friends, today marks the dawn of a flourishing era on Avalon Island."

One of the villagers, an middle age man with gentle eyes, stepped forward and said, "My Lord, your vision inspires us. We are honored to follow your guidance." Another added, "My Lord, we shall work tirelessly to bring prosperity to our home."

Drawing a deep breath, Ardi turned to Yui. "My Lady, could you please explain the changes and the systems now at work for our community?"

Yui's voice, soft yet resolute, replied, "Of course, Master. With the integration of our new population system, upgraded building controls, and real-time production and consumption panels, you now have full oversight of resource stocks, villager data, and the progress of our village. These enhancements will allow us to manage and develop Avalon Island much like the simulation games you cherished in your past."

Inspired by the promising future ahead, Ardi's eyes sparkled with determination as he decided to bolster his village's growth even further.

"Now, let's use our Gacha Tickets to secure items that will empower our people," he announced, opening the [Gacha Shop] menu on his HUD. The interface revealed three tiers—Low Tier (White–Blue), Medium Tier (Blue–Red), and High Tier (Purple–Gold). Opting for the Low Tier shop, Ardi pulled the lever on the gacha machine—a device reminiscent of a classic slot machine—and selected a 10× draw with a high chance for bonus rewards.

Ten luminous, colorful orbs cascaded onto the screen, each representing a unique item:

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1. AMMU (Automatic Magical Munitions Unit) (Blue):

A mystical container that automatically refills ammunition to Magazines. Each day, it generates 30 handgun bullets, 20 shotgun shells, 15 rifle bullets, and 8 magnum bullets—ensuring that your guns ready every day.

2. Scar-H Full Mods (Blue):

A Heavy modification SCAR-H Rifle including a Silencer, Foregrip, M203 Grenade Launcher, Laser Sight, Flashlight, and an ELCAN Specter DR 1.5-6× dual-role scope—ideal for enhancing firepower and precision.

3. Broken Butterfly [Leon's Revolver] (Blue):

A legendary top-break revolver once wielded by Leon in Resident Evil IV, renowned for its distinctive design and formidable performance.

4. Glock 19 Gen 5 (Green):

A state-of-the-art handgun equipped with a Silencer, Laser Sight, and an Extended Magazine capable of holding up to 24 9 mm bullets—balancing power and stealth.

5. Benelli M1014 (Green):

A versatile shotgun capable of firing three types of shells: Buckshot, Slug, and Dragon's Breath—each designed for a different tactical scenario.

6. Glock Converter Kits (Green):

An ingenious device that transforms a standard Glock into a submachine gun with dual magazine chambers, offering increased versatility in combat.

7. Military Tents Set Boxs (Green):

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A comprehensive set featuring five large military tents, each with a capacity of 25 occupants and equipped with essential accessories like sleeping bags, mats, and complete tent sets.

8. Big Tactical Box (White):

A robust assortment of modern combat gear including various types of ammunition, Tactical Kevlar Ballistic Armor, Tactical Vest, Night Vision Goggles, 10 flashbangs, grenades, and multiple magazines.

9. Guns Maintenance Kits (White):

A complete toolkit for the upkeep and repair of firearms, ensuring that your arsenal remains in peak condition.

10. UAV Drone (Green):

A high-tech unmanned aerial vehicle outfitted with a high-resolution camera and real-time video feed capabilities for superior reconnaissance.

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Ardi smiled slightly as he observed his new acquisition. "This will definitely strengthen me in facing problems later," he muttered with satisfaction. But Ardi felt a little strange because almost all the items came from the modern world and added the existence of Leon S. Kennedy's Broken Butterfly. Ardi felt that this must be a foreshadow of something ahead.

Ardi initiated the second 10× Gacha draw, this time yielding items meant to enhance the village's infrastructure:

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1. Water Mill (Uncommon – Green):

Description: Watermills are machine that use the energy from flowing water to power a sawmill or pump water.

Materials: 30 Woods, 10 Metals

Build Time: 6 hours

2. Apiary (Common – White):

Description: A bee farm that produces honey and natural wax—a vital food source and raw material.

Materials: 20 Woods, 10 Stones

Build Time: 4 hours

3. Clay Pit & Kiln (Rare – Blue):

Description: A site for extracting clay and crafting pottery, essential for both infrastructure and daily uses.

Materials: 40 Woods, 30 Stones, 5 Metals

Build Time: 7 hours

4. Moat (Uncommon – Green):

Description: A water-filled trench designed to thwart enemy sieges and bolster defensive perimeters.

Materials: 50 Woods, 40 Stones

Build Time: 7 hours

5. Ballista Tower (Rare – Blue):

Description: A formidable defensive tower armed with a ballista, ideal for repelling large-scale assaults and aerial threats.

Materials: 60 Woods, 50 Stones, 25 Metals

Build Time: 9 hours

6. Onsen (Uncommon – Green):

Description: A communal hot water bathhouse that enhances the health and happiness of villagers through rejuvenation and relaxation.

Materials: 35 Woods, 20 Stones

Build Time: 5 hours

7. Fish Hatchery (White):

Description: An engineered pond designed for breeding fish, significantly boosting the fish production.

Materials: 30 Woods, 15 Stones

Build Time: 5 hours

8. Windmill (Green):

Description: Utilizes wind energy to improve the efficiency of food processing, contributing to enhanced agricultural productivity.

Materials: 35 Woods, 20 Stones

Build Time: 6 hours

9. Artisan Workshop (Green):

Description: A creative space dedicated to the production of fine crafts and artwork, like Washi Papers, Lacquerwares, Candles, and Wood Furnitures.

Materials: 25 Woods, 15 Stones

Build Time: 5 hours

10. Moon Well (Blue):

Description: A Moon Well, from the Warcraft universe, is a magical wellspring that produces water with healing and mana-restoring properties. It also enhances the concentration of magic in the surrounding area.

Materials: 40 Woods, 80 Stones

Build Time: 24 hours

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Finally, Ardi initiated a third 10× gacha draw, unveiling a series of specialized skills and enhancements:

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1. Gunsmith D (Blue):

Description: Grants unique proficiency in assembling, maintaining, and modifying a variety of light firearms—ideal for a dedicated guns enthusiast.

2. Clairvoyance D (Blue):

Description: A passive ability enabling detailed observation of objects up to 1 km away, thereby enhancing long-range attack precision with accurate calculations.

3. Reinforcement Magecraft D (Blue):

Description: Reinforcement Magecraft D is a skill that can temporarily boost one of the attributes of objects or the user by injecting magical energy. It requires knowledge of the object's basic concepts and structure. 1 MP / 15 Sec.

4. Sword Mastery D (Green):

Description: Enhances proficiency in swordsmanship, increasing attack speed, damage, and defensive parrying techniques.

5. Calm Mind E (White):

Description: Helps maintain unwavering focus during high-stress scenarios, elevating concentration and mitigating panic.

6. Keen Eyes E (White):

Description: Improves vision in low-light conditions and boosts the accuracy of ranged attacks.

7. Adaptable Combat D (Green):

Description: Passively enables rapid adaptation to enemy attack patterns, refining combat strategies in real-time.

8. Battlefield Awareness C (Blue):

Description: Heightens spatial perception to sense the presence of foes within a 10-meter radius, enhancing defensive readiness.

9. Appraisal D (Green):

Description: Provides immediate access to basic information about objects or adversaries, with a cooldown of 10 seconds.

10. Close Combat Mastery D (Green):

Description: Significantly improves melee combat prowess, increasing damage output, defense, and the potential for devastating combo strikes.

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Ardi's heart swelled with pride as he reviewed his extensive new acquisitions. He glanced over at the assembled villagers, who continued to murmur respectful greetings with a natural warmth and light-hearted camaraderie. One Ashigaru said quietly to another, "My Lord truly leads us into a promising future." Another villager added, "Indeed, my Lord, with such gifts, our destiny is bright."

Stepping forward, Ardi addressed the gathering with genuine care and gentle authority. "My dear friends, these gifts are not just tools or weapons—they are the building blocks of our future. I promise to guide our community with compassion and wisdom. Together, we will build a prosperous home on Avalon Island."

At that moment, Yui stepped forward, her eyes softening as she reached out to Ardi. "Master, I have always believed in your vision. Let us work hand in hand to nurture our people and our land," she whispered in her voice tender.

Ardi smiled warmly at her and the villagers alike. "Thank you, Yui , and thank you all for your trust. I am honored to serve you, and together, we will create a legacy that will be remembered for generations."

In the gentle glow of the merging magic and the newfound hope that radiated from every corner of Daimyo Manor, Avalon Island's first true civilization took its first determined steps toward a bright and prosperous future.