Chapter 4

### Chapter 4: I Became a Loser in a Gacha Game (4)

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F.A.O. is a mobile gacha game.

But the place I am in now is not a game.

Evidence?

'Status screen!'

Nothing appears.

If this were a game world and I had stats or something, a blue screen would have appeared the moment I shouted "status screen."

Or a tutorial fairy would have appeared to guide me.

But none of that happened.

The language is the common tongue of this continent, but it is automatically translated in my mind, and the voice is exactly the same as the voice actors from the original game.

Yes, if I had to describe this language, I would call it 'Dektin.'

Just as Latin was once the common language of the European continent, otakus have their own way of communicating with each other.

­Kokoro mo yasu...!!

...Of course, the language of this world is completely different, but fortunately, I can freely use the language of this continent.

'It's a good thing that people who possess a body don't suffer from language barriers. I'm lucky that I don't have that problem.'

It really is a good thing.

If a person who can think normally suddenly loses their language and memory?

­That kid seems strange. Is there any other bloodline of Fermat in this world?

­Amnesia, perhaps. It might be better to find another capable Fermat than to keep relying on this guy.

­Found one. Let's switch!

While learning the language, whether it's Hernandez or Akamond, another Fermat could appear and stab me in the chest.

Fortunately, that didn't happen, which is a huge relief.

So...

"Y-You're saying you want to get married...? Really?"

"Yes. If something happens to me, the Fermat family will come to an end. Not just the family, but everyone involved with the Labyrinth City will lose their jobs and livelihoods."

The Infinite Labyrinth is essentially what sustains the economy and everything else in Fermat.

Not just Fermat.

The resources from the Infinite Labyrinth spread throughout the continent, and it is the only stable supplier of mana stones and monster corpses across the entire continent.

It's not that the kingdom and empire can just meddle with it. The Fermat family has such strong power that it can act like a kingdom despite being a barony.

"I, as a descendant of the Fermat bloodline, have the duty to ensure that the Infinite Labyrinth continues for future generations."

"But you... you've been staying as a minor lord and refused to inherit the barony, haven't you...?"

"I've had my fun."

The reckless Ruzi is now dead.

"Even though I can't immediately inherit the barony because I haven't found a suitable marriage partner, it's time to become the Baron of Fermat and find a suitable wife."

"..."

Zenith seemed to have something to say, but she was clearly wary of me and was scrutinizing me.

"Do I look different all of a sudden?"

In situations like this, the first move is the best.

"I'm done with my wandering. From now on, I am a new person. Consider my previous self dead and look at me with a new perspective."

"..."

"What do you want?"

"The continuation of Fermat."

The extension of my life.

"I am satisfied with the current situation. Even if I become a marquis, the environment surrounding Fermat won't change much. It will continue through my generation and the generations to come. ...Especially since it's located between the kingdom and the empire."

Fermat.

Geographically within the kingdom, but just a mountain away from the empire's border.

"The empire is always trying to make Fermat its own. Fermat has been a barony of the kingdom for centuries, but now it is in a position to cut the tense string between the two nations."

Does the Baron of Fermat want the empire's protection?

It would mean war.

And after winning the war.

The only person with Fermat blood left would be subjected to a system of dismemberment, kidnapping, infinite healing, and life management.

"I want Fermat to stand tall as Fermat. I even want to create the Kingdom of Fermat."

"You...!"

"I know. It's treason against the royal family. And if that happens, it would mean war with the empire. I'm not so foolish as to turn two nations into enemies just because of the Infinite Labyrinth. It's just an expression."

It's a lie.

In the main story, the protagonist establishes a new country centered around the Labyrinth City.

"But there are many ways to gain the power of a royal family. There are many adventurers in the Labyrinth City who are trying to conquer the labyrinth today."

How is it possible?

Because the players have superhumans.

"Adventurers are strong. They become stronger without limits. Isn't it obvious that adventurers from other countries come to the Labyrinth City to become stronger? It's easy to become strong here."

A 3-star character can become a so-called 'Sword Master' in the fantasy world by reaching max level, and by breaking the limit and reaching 5-star, they can become the strongest human.

"Moreover, with the power of the various mana stones and treasures from the Infinite Labyrinth, it's possible to become a superhuman. Just like the previous emperor of the empire."

If they even obtain 'Mythical Stones,' they can become gods.

"If they become my retainers, it's possible. We can enjoy the power of a kingdom without calling ourselves a kingdom."

If this world were a game, I would have made Ruzi a 5-star maxed-out character with Mythical Stones and become a living god.

"Mother. Please think about it calmly. I only want to achieve the status of a kingdom, not to become a kingdom. I just want to gather retainers. And... "

This world is not a game.

"If I can marry the strongest woman in the world or raise a woman who can bear strong children to be the strongest wife, the Fermat family will shine forever."

Therefore.

"Is there any woman you think would be suitable for me to impregnate?"

If I could marry a 5-star maxed-out female character.

I could enjoy this power for the rest of my life.

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Zenith hurried back to her room.

She seemed to need time to think about my sudden transformation.

'I guess I would too.'

If I, a mere villain, said I would impregnate any woman, it would naturally be unpleasant.

But I am not Ruzi.

I am Ruzi, but not a loser destined to fail.

'I need an image change.'

Ruzi lived as a 'complete loser' in the original story.

To break free from this image, not only will my future actions be important, but I need a way to immediately appeal to people.

A special measure to show that I have completely changed.

What would be good?

'That's the best.'

Ding ding.

I shook the bell next to me.

It's not an ordinary bell but a magic item that calls a waiting servant when I shake it.

"Did you call me?"

"Yeah."

The woman who entered was Amy.

Today's panties are black.

Will she wear different panties tomorrow?

Or will she change her panties?

"Tomorrow morning, I will go on a patrol of the streets."

"...Yes?"

"Just to look around. I have something I'm planning personally."

If I see a 3-star female character, I'll pick her up right away.

Need gems?

I have the power to open the Fermat warehouse.

No matter how much they ask for, no one can easily refuse the overwhelming gold.

"Are you really going on patrol? Then I'll inform the knights."

"Hmm, good. Do that. And..."

Before the patrol, there's something I need to do.

"Who among the maids is the best at styling hair?"

"...It's me."

"You?"

"Yes. I can style the minor lord's hair... "

"Then please tidy it up later."

Snip.

I lifted the scissors and cut my hair in one go.

About 15 cm of blonde hair fell to the floor, but I didn't stop cutting.

Snip, snip, snip.

With each cut, hair fell, and Amy gasped in shock.

"Mi... Minor lord...?!"

"Bring me paper and a quill. I'll show you how to trim it."

The poodle cut might look like a ball, but the rest can be left to a professional.

"Style my hair like this. Similar to what I draw."

Even in a medieval fantasy magic world, a poodle cut like Louis XIV of France is not acceptable.

"Neatly."

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At that moment.

At the gate of Fermat Castle, many people were entering and exiting, being inspected by the guards.

"Stop there!"

The guard blocked the path of a person wearing a white robe.

"Take off your hood. And show me your identification."

"Is this enough?"

A clear woman's voice.

From under the white robe, a wooden 'Adventurer's Guild' seal was revealed.

"An adventurer? A new one?"

"Yes."

"Any companions?"

"Um... I'm going to make some here!"

The woman laughed and took off her hood.

"Is this the city of dreams and hope, the Labyrinth City of Fermat?"

Golden hair, like it was infused with sunlight.

Golden eyes, like fallen stars, sparkled with anticipation.

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