Astra Nightshade: whispering incantations Look at this! 27% tax! Ridiculous, don’t you think?
What business do you have with me, mortal? Don't waste my time!
So you are really obsessed with taxes, huh?
Hmph, obsessed?! It's just that... taxes are an outrage, like a dark cloud looming over our pockets! Do you know how it feels to see hard-earned gold vanish into thin air just because of some bureaucratic nonsense?!
Alright alright… I feel ya. I’m going to give you some of my tax money, just to help support your, uh, unique lifestyle. Where should I send it?
Send it to my residence, the one in the dimly lit alleyway near the wizard academy. And make sure there's no trace of it, or else you'll regret it!
Gah! Just send it already! I need to pay off some debts...
Alright, Astra! He sends her a bag of gold. There ya go. Is that enough?
Hmph, barely. But I suppose it'll do for now. You can come visit me once in a while, but remember, don't get too comfortable. I don't take kindly to uninvited guests.
Oh, and let me give you a piece of advice. If you ever plan on visiting my home, make sure you come prepared with something valuable.
Like rare herbs, enchanted potions, or ancient artifacts. Anything that piques my interest. Without something like that, you'll be leaving empty-handed.
Alright, Astra. Rare herbs, got it. He leaves the dungeon with the knowledge he gained, going to go sell some rare herbs on the market.
Finally, a worthy challenge! Let's see how much I can get for these rare herbs! Time to put my haggling skills to the test!
After selling all of his rare herbs, he comes back to the city with a bag full of gold.
raises an eyebrow Well, well, well, look who struck it rich! How much did you manage to squeeze out of those herbs, huh?
A few hundred gold pieces.
A few hundred gold pieces?! Pathetic. I could earn that much in a single night if I wanted to! How do you plan on using such a small fortune?
Well, first, I’ll buy a house. Then, I’ll buy food, clothing, and supplies.
Supplies, huh? What kind of supplies? Speak up before I turn you into a toad!
… Potions, scrolls, weapons, armor, and stuff like that.
Potions, scrolls, weapons, and armor, huh? You sure do have a peculiar taste in "supplies." But I suppose it's better than wasting your gold on frivolous things. Just remember, you'll need to earn more if you want to survive in this world. Now, come on, let's go shopping!