Byung stepped out of the carriage and noticed orcs everywhere—but not just goblins. There were other races here too.
This was the first time he'd seen orcs since his birth, but knowing he carried their genes gave him comfort.
It also made him curious about which races his companions had come from.
He noted this might be a territory with orcs as its primary residents—they were everywhere.
He could recall everything from his birth and knew he'd come from the womb of an orc.
"T-This is awesome..." Byung muttered, unable to contain his excitement.
There were actually women here—the first he'd interact with since arriving in this world. But Byung noticed these orcs looked far more attractive than the one who'd given birth to him—his mother, so to speak.
The orcs didn't look at them with much disdain, as they shared many similarities. This told Byung they must interact with goblins frequently—their reaction was indifferent.
"Overwhelming, it is?" 008 threw an arm over Byung's shoulder. Unlike Byung, he was composed.
"No idea this big," Byung responded, staring at the chiseled physique of a passing orc.
They were all muscular, looking like a race of amazons bred for war. But the men were just as blessed.
"Wow... I wouldn't have minded being reborn as an orc..." Byung thought.
The goblins looked like their younger siblings. It made sense that the territory closest to them would be orc land.
It had been months since he'd seen anything that didn't involve the mines. This was a much-needed change.
Byung's excitement was cut short when Murkfang appeared, seemingly waiting for their arrival.
Murkfang was designated to formally guide them through this ceremony—a rite of passage they had to complete for their promotion.
"Welcome, young ones," Murkfang began.
Byung could already tell he looked much better than he had a few hours ago. The medicine must have worked. Byung was relieved he could help.
Murkfang looked at Byung and smiled before handing him an envelope containing coins.
"What is this for?" Byung asked.
Murkfang wasn't verbal about it. It took Byung a second to realize—he was paying for the medicine.
[Ding!]
[Receive 3 gold coins. 5x Critical Hit!]
[15 gold coins received!]
[Received at least 3 gold coins from a creature of the same race!]
[Congratulations! Rebate system upgraded!]
[Multiplier upgraded!]
[Congratulations! Evolution system activated!]
[Recalibrating...]
[Recalibration complete!]
[Hybrid system linked!]
A cyan screen appeared right in front of him. Byung's mouth literally dropped.
He was getting richer not just by spending money—but by receiving it too?
Murkfang assumed his reaction was because of the gold coins. After all, this must be the first time he'd been given gold.
"Now, would you boys follow me? There is much to do," Murkfang said.
He noticed the bully was smitten by the women around them. The goblin couldn't even control his raging erection, making him look like a pervert—but that was what this place was for.
The sight wasn't a surprise to the orcs here, but Byung knew this was something that could be fixed.
Murkfang led them into the building where the music originated. The pheromones that invaded their nostrils were divine.
Soon they stood before four orcs personally selected by Murkfang, all beautiful in their own right.
Murkfang noticed the boys were all nervous—except for Byung, who acted like he'd seen this before. Strange, considering they shouldn't even know what a woman looked like.
This wasn't his primary concern. They were all lined up for the boys to pick which they wanted for the night.
"I see, so this is the ritual..." Byung muttered.
Before he could blink, the rest of the goblins had already chosen who they wished to spend the night with.
They picked anyone, honestly—none were picky. All were attractive despite being monsters.
This meant it didn't matter who picked first. They'd all have the ultimate experience.
Byung inspected the remaining orc. Despite her alluring figure, he didn't know what would happen if he managed to impregnate her.
Before Byung could blink, Murkfang gestured behind him. Two more orcs grabbed Byung's arms.
"I'm making yours extra special," Murkfang said, already showing his bias—though not in front of the other goblins, as they'd already left.
Byung knew no matter what he did, he couldn't get them pregnant or he'd be a murderer. The idea of becoming a father so soon didn't sit well with him, considering what he'd seen so far.
But the major factor was simple—he didn't want to be a murderer.
He glanced at Murkfang and noticed him staring back. His reaction must have been off. Any goblin would be salivating at having more than one woman.
"Shit!" Byung thought, realizing he was raising suspicion.
"All this me alone!? Thank! Thank! Thank!" Byung thanked him vigorously.
Murkfang finally smiled. "You won't be thanking me soon."
These women were experienced. He doubted this younger goblin would satisfy all three—or even withstand one.
"H-How you know?" Byung couldn't help but stutter.
The orcs led him into a different room. What awaited him? Pleasure or something else?
Goblins became adults upon losing their virginity, regardless of age. This was what the ceremony tonight was all for.
--
Murkfang never returned, which meant Gribnox had to deal with the Mogul alone.
Unfortunately, it didn't go well. The cost to keep the mines functional was outweighing the value the Mogul received in return.
That wasn't all. This goblin had taken Gribnox's right ear to remind him of his place.
The mines were the only thing that proved his value.
Nothing more, nothing less—and right now, that value was inconsequential.