The walk to the toy store, where Fenix's instructor was located, didn't take long at all. Only a few minutes had passed, and they were already there.
As they stepped through the doorway, ChibiSlacker's eyes grew wide with wonder. The store was a kaleidoscope of colors and shapes, with toys of all kinds neatly arranged on shelves. ChibiSlacker, unlike Fenix, had no inhibitions about behaving like a child since he was still one.
"Wow!! This place is awesome!!" ChibiSlacker exclaimed, darting from shelf to shelf, inspecting each toy that caught his interest.
Fenix chuckled at ChibiSlacker's childlike enthusiasm and scanned the shop for Melvin. He spotted him approaching with a spring in his step and a broad grin on his face. Melvin's eyes twinkled with delight as he watched ChibiSlacker marvel at the toys he had crafted.
"Welcome back, Chaotic Nexus. I see that you've brought a friend with you this time," Melvin said, all smiles.
Glancing at ChibiSlacker, who was still engrossed in the toys, Fenix replied, "Yes, this is my friend, ChibiSlacker. He seems to enjoy your toys very much."
"As all children should," Melvin proclaimed with a hearty laugh. "Have you finished the task I gave you?"
"Yes, I have!" Fenix said, pulling out the potions and handing them to Melvin. "All 20 potions, as you asked for."
Melvin inspected the potions with a critical eye before murmuring to himself about their excellent quality. He then looked up and asked, "What about the Bellyborg stew?"
"Here it is," Fenix said, presenting a container that was still warm to the touch.
Melvin eagerly took the container, sat down at a nearby table, and began feasting on its contents with gusto. The room was filled with loud smacks and satisfied chewing as he devoured the stew and even used a piece of bread to soak up the remaining juices. Upon finishing, he patted his belly contentedly.
"You have done an excellent job. I haven't had a proper meal in two days, too busy with my latest toy design. It's a good thing you came along. With these stamina potions and a full stomach, I can continue working," Melvin declared happily.
Fenix was dumbfounded. He thought Melvin had given him those recipes to subtly challenge and support him. However, it seemed all Melvin wanted was a free meal and some potions. Fenix felt rather foolish for overthinking Melvin's intentions.
Melvin stood up, made his way to his desk, and rummaged around for a few minutes before returning with a wrapped bundle in his hand. "Here you go," he said, handing it to Fenix. "The things inside will help you with your new job as an Artisan. If you have any trouble, feel free to come and ask me. I will help you with your progress and make you the greatest Artisan there is."
As soon as Fenix accepted the bundle, notifications began popping up all around him in rapid succession.
[System: The quest has been completed!]
[System: You have leveled up!]
[System: You have leveled up!]
[System: You are now at level 15!]
[System: Your job change was successful!]
[System: You are now an Artisan!!]
[System: You have gained 50 stat points!]
[System: Please choose your combat talent: Cooking or Potion Making.]
Fenix took a deep breath and pressed the option for potion-making.
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Haven Online: Brewing Chaos
FantasíaFenix Brooks' life was forever altered when a freak accident destroyed his chance of becoming a chef. It was only before he died that he learned that the person he thought of as a sister in everything but blood orchestrated everything. Luckily, he w...
