“Please make yourselves comfortable," Grandma Im said warmly, gesturing towards the seats around the table. Neko gracefully moved around, serving the delicious meal she had prepared earlier. The inviting aroma of the food filled the air, making everyone's mouths water in anticipation.

Everybody exchanged curious glances as they settled down, their expressions a mix of wonder and gratitude. The fallen elf and nobles, now welcomed into the Magnolia Kingdom, felt a sense of relief and comfort in Grandma Im's hospitality.

Despite our offer to relax in the house, they insisted on staying outside. Eventually, I decided to set up two wooden houses beside the east pond. I unleashed my skill; a hushed silence fell over. The fallen stood there, astonished and frozen, their eyes wide with awe and wonder. I knew that I couldn't hide my skills if I wanted to achieve my goal of building a kingdom.

While Grandpa Bo and Grandma Im engaged in conversation with the older, I decided to give them some space and privacy. If there was anything important, they wanted to share, I knew Grandpa Bo would update me later.

As I observed them and noticed that the women elves were dressed in traditional tribal attire, while the others were clad in medieval-style clothing.

"K king Amy, thank you again for rescuing us," the elf women spoke, her voice filled with gratitude. I felt a mix of surprise and humility as I replied, "No, no, don't mention it. Just call me Amy." The title of king still felt unfamiliar and somewhat awkward.

She introduced herself and her companion, "My name is Elara, and this is my dear friend, Eowyn." Elara had a warm and friendly smile, while Eowyn seemed a bit shy and reserved.

I extended my hand to them, feeling a sense of connection and curiosity about their backgrounds. Elara and Eowyn looked at my extended hand with curiosity, unfamiliar with the gesture. I could see that the customs and traditions of their world were different from ours. Understanding the need for communication, I gently explained, "This is a handshake, a sign of welcoming and friendship. It's a way for us to show respect and trust when meeting someone new."

They both exchanged glances and then smiled, seemingly appreciating the explanation. Eowyn cautiously extended her hand, and I took it warmly in mine, showing her the proper way to shake hands. Elara followed suit, and soon we were all engaged in a friendly handshake, a simple yet meaningful connection that bridged the gap between us.

With the ice broken, Elara started conversing more freely, sharing sad stories of her journeys and experiences. Elara's eyes grew somber as she recounted the tragic tale of her tribe. She revealed that her homeland Emerald Forest had once been a place of beauty and magic, but it had caught the attention of a dark and powerful kingdom known as the Avarice Empire.

This malevolent kingdom sought to claim the land's magical power for themselves, and in their greed and lust for control, they attacked and destroyed Elara's tribe.

"We were scattered like leaves in the wind," Elara said with a hint of sorrow in her voice. "During the attack, I got separated from others while trying to save the lives of those I could. It was a desperate struggle to escape and survive."

My heart went out to her, knowing the hardships she had endured. "So, you met these people who claimed to be fallen nobles from Thessalia? A small nation bordering the Avarice Empire?" I asked, wanting to fully grasp the extent of their ordeal.

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Elara nodded, her expression troubled. "Yes, that's correct. “ I listened intently, captivated by the events she described. When she finished drawing a map of the continent on the ground, I quickly took out my smartphone and snapped a photo of it. "Click!" Elara looked at me with a mix of confusion and curiosity, probably not understanding what my device was. I decided to ease her confusion by showing her the photo of the map she had drawn.

The fallen nobles, their small kingdom had also fallen victim to the Avarice Empire's destruction. They recounted how their king and the entire royal family perished during the wars.

But Elara, Eowyn and the fallen nobles had made a daring choice - to seek refuge here, risking their lives to escape the clutches of the greedy Avarice Kingdom.

"Wait, you mean to say that no one has ever set foot in this barren land before?" I asked, my voice tinged with astonishment.

Elara shared a legendary rumor about this barren land, whispering that it was said to be the residence of mythical beings. Her gaze lingered on me with a meaningful look, as if hinting at my possible connection to these mythical beings. Feeling uncomfortable, I quickly averted my eyes and steered the conversation towards a different topic.

Elara smiled warmly, her eyes reflecting a mix of amusement and gratitude. "We are incredibly fortunate to have stumbled upon this hidden Kingdom" she said, her voice tinged with a hint of laughter. "Fate has brought us here, and I believe it's for a reason."

After that I leaving them to rest, and the four of us gathered in the kitchen for a quick meeting. Grandpa Bo and Evan shared the information they had gathered from the old man. The household name mentioned was Baron Vane, and we started to realize that this world might be amidst a series of wars. We knew we had to strategize carefully, even in this barren land, as we couldn't predict what lay ahead.

We formed a pact to keep our true origins a secret, deciding to adopt the guise of a small, humble tribe that had always resided in this barren land. It was a daring plan, but we believed it was the best way to protect ourselves.

Curiosity overwhelmed me, I couldn't resist asking Neko how the fallen referred to me as "king" from the very first time we met. Neko calmly replied, "It's because of the crown hovering above your head." I was taken aback! How could nobody have warned me about this? Instead, they all burst into laughter. I rushed to a mirror and saw the crown above my head. Huehhh, what a surprise!

Evan chimed in. "It must have been triggered during the goblin battle. I remember that instant shield appearing when you were in danger."

As I checked my profile, the information fell into place. "It's called the Crown of Dominion," I explained. "It's not just a symbol of authority; It can create a protective barrier around me and my allies, guarding us from harm."

Grandpa Bo and Grandma Im exchanged impressed glances. "That's quite the useful," Grandma Im remarked, her eyes twinkling with excitement.

"Yeah, but it's a little embarrassing to have a crown floating above my head," I admitted, feeling slightly self-conscious. Evan chuckled. "Well, I think it suits you, Amy. You're our fearless leader now, after all."

"I need a magic sword! it will come in handy during battles," I scream. A shining light appeared before me, illuminating the air with its brilliance. My heart raced with excitement and anticipation as a majestic sight unfolded before us. A floating sword and shield materialized in front of me, and a voice echoed in the air, declaring, "Royal magic sword and shield, only the king can wield."

Everybody looked on in awe as the weapons hovered gracefully in the air. The sword's blade gleamed with a silvery sheen, and the shield bore intricate engravings that seemed to tell tales of battles long past. It was a sight that spoke of power and nobility, and I couldn't help but feel a sense of responsibility as I reached out to claim them.

As my hand touched the hilt of the sword, a surge of energy coursed through me, and I could feel the weapon resonating with my own strength and determination. The shield, too, seemed to meld perfectly with my arm, as if it were an extension of myself.

Grandpa Bo playfully pouted, "Well, I wish I had some cool weapons too! “. "Hey, Grandpa Bo," I said, " Once I reach a certain level and collect enough point of gemstones, we can all get some weapons from the HUD. It's going to make us so much stronger and ready to take on whatever comes our way!"

Grandpa Bo's eyes lit up. "Really? Then I can't wait to get my hands on a powerful weapon and show those monsters who's boss! Bwahahaha"

I turned to Grandma Im and Evan, asking if they needed anything. They both shook their heads, and Evan replied, "Nah, the magic tower is more than enough for me! My skills are all I need."

Just as he said that a soft ping sound echoed in the air, signaling that the magic tower had been completed. I couldn't help but grin at the perfect timing.

Evan and Grandma Im headed towards the magic tower, Grandpa Bo and I decided to check out the training ground. The sun was beginning to set, casting a warm golden glow over the landscape. The training ground stood before us, a vast expanse of open space with various target dummies and training equipment scattered about.

"Let's see what these weapons can do, Grandpa Bo," I said, a sense of anticipation in my voice.