Chapter 7

After completing the appraisal and asking all the questions about the Super Advanced Class, it was already quite late.

"Well, Chrono. It's about time for the cafeteria to start serving dinner, so let's head out from here."

"Yes, that's right. By the way, does Reza-san also eat at the cafeteria?"

"Sometimes, when I have the time. But when I'm busy with work, I have it delivered to my room for an additional fee."

"Is there such a service?"

"Yes, there is. This facility is basically low-cost, and additional fees are only charged when you request personalized services."

Even the Demon King pays extra fees. It's a bit surprising.

Well, since he's working to earn the operating costs by leading the Super Advanced Class, it makes sense that he's thorough.

"So, Chrono, when you're tired, it's good to use this service. They can deliver to your desired location, even to the entrance of your dungeon."

"Even to the entrance of my dungeon?"

"Yes. ...By the way, Chrono, do you know how to get back to your dungeon?"

"Yes, it's written in the elementary education book, and Professor Dante taught me as well."

I take out a small crystal from my pocket—the Little Core. It's a sub-device of the Mother Core, given to all students after creating their dungeons.

The easiest way to go to your dungeon is to use this 'Little Core.'

"If I hold this and wish to go to my dungeon... there!"

Then, a semi-transparent black door formed in front of my eyes.

It seems that opening this door will lead me to my dungeon.

"Good, good. You can even form the door properly. Then, you should be fine."

"Yes, there's also a method to change a regular door into a door that connects to your dungeon, but I can't use that yet."

The elementary education book didn't mention that, but I guess that's the method used when ordering food delivery.

Anyway, I know how to enter, but...

"...I haven't been inside my dungeon since it was created."

I looked at the map of my 400-floor dungeon, which seemed to be a series of large rectangular shapes.

I couldn't even guess where I would end up inside the dungeon.

"Ah... right. You've been busy with us since your dungeon was created. That means there's nothing set up inside your dungeon, right?"

"That's how it is, I guess."

From the orientation, I learned that the initial state of a dungeon is mostly empty, with no furniture or items.

In other words, my dungeon, which is supposed to be my living space, doesn't even have a bed.

...I earned money today, so I can probably buy furniture.

Looking at the clock, it was already night.

"The town's shops are probably closed now, right?"

"Probably. Only the taverns and inns might still be open."

"Right. If I can shelter from the rain and wind and avoid being attacked by beasts, it's much safer than camping in the countryside."

I thought I would just roll around and sleep in the dungeon, but then...

"Chrono, camping in the countryside sounds scary. --But don't worry. We can still set up a living environment for you even now."

"What do you mean?"

"There's a storage room for situations like this."

Reza headed to a wooden door next to the door that leads to the dungeon.

When she opened it, a vast space with huge shelves spread out inside.

It was much larger than I expected from the outside. I wondered if this was also a type of dungeon.

"Let's see... I think I put it around here... There it is!"

Reza returned from the huge shelves, carrying a large, white mattress-like object.

"Here, take this!"

She handed it to me. It looked like a regular mattress, but...

"Since this is in the storage room, it must be part of the Demon King's legacy, right?"

"Yes, it's the property of the Demon Kings. Even though you can take things from dungeons, sometimes you don't want to sell certain items right away, so you store them here. So... I'll give you this mattress, Chrono."

"Really, is that okay?"

It's a valuable item, and I wondered if it was alright for me to take it. When I asked, Reza put her index finger to her lips and smiled.

"--So, this is our little secret, okay?"

Despite being the Demon King, she made a very cute gesture.

I nodded, slightly flustered by her behavior.

"Got it. But if there's someone managing it, won't they notice?"

"Ahaha, don't worry. I'll just say I'm using it, so there won't be any problems."

This Demon King is really carefree.

But it's true that I was a bit troubled by the lack of furniture.

"Then, I'll gratefully use it."

"Sure, I can guarantee its comfort. This mattress was developed by the 10th Demon King, called the 'Healing Nap Bed.' It has a special ability to improve sleep quality and double the recovery effects of sleep."

"Just hearing the explanation makes it sound amazing."

"It really is. But since everyone here has their own beds, no one ever used it. It was just stored here for emergency naps..."

Reza stroked the items on the shelves and looked around at the Demon King's legacy.

"There are many other amazing things here. But even though I brought them out from the Demon King's dungeon to prevent them from rotting, they ended up being stored here as well. I always thought it was a waste..."

After saying that, Reza gave me a mischievous smile.

"--Right. Since we're at it, Chrono, take whatever you think you can use from here. I'll be generous!"

Reza spread her arms wide, pointing to the items on the shelves.

"Um, you seem to be speaking on a whim, but are you really okay with this?"

"Since I'm the Demon King, there's no problem. It's better for the items to be used."

If Reza says so, I'll take her up on her offer.

But it will be difficult to carry them.

"The mattress alone is quite large and bulky."

"Hmm? If that's the case, why don't you just throw it into your dungeon? Use the door we used earlier. The Demon King's property is sturdy, so I think you can create a small door with your Little Core and put it in without any issues."

I see. Dungeons can be used like that.

Indeed, I can create a door with my thoughts, so it can serve as an item box.

I'm not sure if I can easily retrieve items, but putting them in is easy.

"Since your dungeon has 400 floors, it won't be cluttered. I think it can also serve as a storage space."

"That's true... Then, I'll take some of the Demon King's legacy now. Reza-san, can you tell me what items might be useful as household items?"

"Sure, go ahead and take them. It will also be a celebration for Chrono coming to the Dominators!"

With that, I listened to Reza and took several items from the Demon King's legacy that I thought would be useful for my dungeon.

Thanks to this, we are ranked 1st in the genre and 2nd overall for the day. Thank you very much for your support!

I will continue to work hard, so please look forward to it!