Rock Peak Giant Python

"Are you actually an alchemist? If only I were an alchemist too, then I wouldn't have to go out and take commissions every day. But once we finish this commission, I should be able to take it easy for quite a while."

Not every adventurer was a workaholic. Some only took on a few commissions, then enjoyed a long stretch of leisure after completing them.

No one liked working nonstop, and adventurers were no exception.

For them, their main income came from commissions and bounties. The spoils from hunting monsters were merely extra income. If a commission required the recovery of spoils, it fell under the category of a bounty, and the price was generally higher.

Before long, the cook in the party set up a stove. It was obvious that he was highly skilled, though he was limited by the ingredients and could only use dried meat.

Mel's interest was immediately piqued. He took out a piece of fresh meat from his storage space and handed it to the cook of the four-man party. "Count me in."

Before resting, Mel had not properly cooked anything. He had only casually eaten some dry rations before going straight to sleep. A hot meal now would make the night more comfortable.

"You actually have fresh game?"

"Mm." Mel nodded directly. The food in his storage space would not spoil, remaining exactly the same after being stored away.

Once all the food had been prepared, a spicy, fragrant aroma flooded everyone's nostrils.

The staple was a pancake-like noodle cake similar to instant noodles, except it was made of broad noodles. It was easier to carry and prepare than rice or other kinds of noodles.

"Here you go, sir." The cook filled Mel's bowl and handed it back to him.

After accepting the steaming