The following day, I went to see the manager and quit. I had worked with them for at least two years, and I'm sure they will not miss me. Besides, I was just a volunteer working for free. I went to the town's library to see if there was a way to level up quickly, and I was not even surprised that I found nothing useful. There are low-level magic spells, sword techniques, and little information that is almost common knowledge. How dare they call this a library? The only useful information I found is that south of the town used to be a mithril mine, but it was closed due to an increase in monsters. I investigated the matter and found out that a few people even spotted a dragon there. Who would even believe that? A dragon? I bet they saw an earthworm or a large rock.

Three days later, I told my parents I would be taking a journey to explore the country before reaching adulthood and that I would like to see the world. Of course, I am not leaving the country. Mother did warn me about the dangers of leaving the country, which include being captured by human slave merchants. Since we have long lifespans, going on a journey like this is a normal thing, which is why nobody complained. If I leave now, who will protect Mom? Come on, remember you are doing this for her. I also informed my friend, and he was sad, but he will be strong.

I hired a carriage to take me to the old mines, and I arrived in two days. Damn, I am so disappointed. I was hoping to find bandits trying to rob a princess or a noble on the way, so I could be a hero and protect them. That way, I could form connections and earn some coins. Isn't that how isekai novels are like? Where are the bandits?

I approached the mines and noticed the entrance sealed with a big boulder, even though it did not fit perfectly. So I forced my body through the small space. I cast a light magic spell, [Light]. This is the spell I saw Mother perform the first day I arrived in this world. It is just a basic spell that every elf can cast. I started moving forward, and I passed some mining tools on the floor. It seems the workers left in a hurry. I continued to move forward until I heard sounds approaching. I stood and unsheathed my sword, taking a fighting stance. Huh, it is just rats. Phew! I continued moving forward until I reached a spacious, bright room. I deactivated my light spell. I sat down and drank some water. Why did I let those rats pass me? Maybe if I killed them and many others, I might end up earning the title of "Rat Slayer." Mhm, but I think it would be lame. Imagine, "The Legend of the Rat Killer."

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I heard some big steps coming from in front of me. The room was bright; however, the direction the steps were coming from was a dark corridor ahead. I realized it was a huge brown bear, and we locked eyes. I closed my water leather pouch slowly without taking my eyes off my prey. I put the pouch down and slowly unsheathed my sword. I started running towards the bear as it started running towards me. I swung my sword towards its upper limbs, and they clashed. I realized it had tough skin. I kept my distance from it, about one meter apart after each clash. If I get hit directly, I could die instantly or sustain a heavy injury. If I prolong this fight, other monsters might be attracted here. Since I am level 30, I cannot win this battle quickly or easily, so let's use that. I retreated, backing away while facing the monster and reaching into my left pocket. I remembered that in my left pocket were poisons I created, and in my right pocket were healing potions. I took one of the poisons, approached the monster, and made a feint as if I were going to swing my sword. Its attack pattern did not change as it roared, and I threw the potion into its mouth. Shut up already, are you trying to wake everyone up? The fight continued for a few more seconds until blood started coming from its mouth, eyes, ears, and nose. The poison must be working. Using all my strength, I performed the sword technique [Full Thrust]. I penetrated its hard skin and pierced the heart. Level up. LEVEL 70.