Chapter 13: Peak of Mt. Marcellst
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Midsummer 4th, Marcellia, Mt. Marcellst, 5:50 AM.
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I woke up to the breathtaking sight of the sunrise over the mountains, and couldn't help but let out a big yawn as I stretched my limbs, feeling both the chill of the mountain air and the warmth of the sun on my face.
This is the second time we've slept on the ground, but at least it's not in the humid, grassy field. Instead, we're on a rocky peak of a mountain.
We've used tall grasses as makeshift mattresses.
We haven't eaten anything in the last 18 hours.
On this second day, I want to collect a bunch of berries and weave some tall grasses together to make a blanket.
Airi seems to be sleeping, so I decide to wash my face and start searching for some berries to eat.
I walk for a few minutes, scanning the rocky terrain for any sign of edible plants.
Suddenly, in the distance, I can see a unique bush that stands out among the rocky terrain of the mountain. Its branches are slender and delicate, with clusters of bright red berries that shimmer in the morning light.
I can't help but feel a sense of curiosity and wonder as I make my way closer to the bush, wondering what kind of fruit it could be.
As I draw closer, I see that the bush is unlike anything I have ever seen before.
Its leaves are a deep shade of green and seem to glow with a subtle luminescence that is both beautiful and eerie.
The branches are thin and flexible, swaying gently in the mountain breeze.
And the berries themselves are small and perfectly round, with a smooth texture that is both pleasing to the eye and tempting to the tongue.
As I take a bite, the sweet juice floods my mouth, and I feel a sudden rush of energy and vitality.
The world around me seems to come alive, and I feel as though I could run for miles without getting tired. I realize that I have stumbled upon a truly magical fruit - one that possesses incredible powers.
I think I have read about this berry before, it's a Dynaberry.
System, bring up a page of the Dynaberry.
[System: Bringing up a page about Dynaberry]
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***The Dynaberry is a small, round fruit that grows on a shrub found in the rocky terrain of the mountain. The shrub's leaves are a deep shade of green and emit a subtle luminescence, possibly indicating the presence of specialized pigments. The berries themselves are bright red and have a smooth, slightly waxy texture.
*Upon closer examination, it is observed that the Dynaberry is packed with unique compounds that contribute to its remarkable properties. The fruit is rich in antioxidants and contains high levels of flavonoids, which are believed to enhance the body's natural defenses against oxidative stress.
*Moreover, the Dynaberry also contains high concentrations of anthocyanins, a type of pigment that is responsible for its vivid red color. These pigments have been shown to have numerous health benefits, including reducing inflammation and improving cardiovascular health.
*In addition to its potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, the Dynaberry has also been found to have a stimulant effect on the body, possibly due to its high concentration of caffeine-like compounds. Consumption of the fruit has been reported to enhance cognitive function and boost physical endurance, making it a valuable resource for those exploring mountainous terrain.
*Overall, the Dynaberry represents a unique and valuable resource in the mountain ecosystem, providing both nourishment and vital energy to those who consume it. Further research is needed to fully understand the complex chemical composition and potential benefits of this remarkable fruit.
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Hmm, does it actually increase my stats?
System, open menu.
[System: Menu has been opened]
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Name: Mika El
Level: 1
Exp: 1/100
Health: 100%
Status: Healthy
Title: None
Code name: M
Age: 17
Adventure rank: F
Threat level: B
Full potential: Unavailable
Breakthrough stage: Unavailable
Harem count: 0
[+] Intelligence: 99/100 (+3)
[+] Wisdom: 81/100 (+3)
[+] Charisma: 83/100 (+3)
[+] Strength: 43/100 (+15)
[+] Dexterity: 72/100 (+3)
[+] Constitution: 93/100 (+3)
[-] Equipment
Weapon: None
Offhand: None
Armor: Ordinary high school uniform and pants
Accessories: Leather shoes
Overall attributes bonus: none
[+] Ablity (preview locked)
[+] Spell (unavailable)
[+] Player summary
[-] Consumable Effect:
I. Dynaberry; give a minor increase to overall attributes and a great increase in strength.
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I see, the amount added to the attributes is already summed up.
"I suppose Airi will like this."
I pluck some of the Dynaberries from the bush and head back to where Airi is resting.
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Approaching Airi, I noticed her awake and staring at me with a mix of annoyance and curiosity.
"What do you want?" she asked, crossing her arms defensively.
"I found something you might like," I said, presenting a handful of bright red berries.
"They're called Dynaberries. They taste great and give you a lot of energy."
Airi eyed the berries skeptically before taking one and slowly chewing it.
Eventually, she nodded her head in approval.
"Hmm, not bad," she admitted, still attempting to maintain her tsundere demeanor.
"I think I can survive the rest of the day now."
Grinning at her response, I offered her more of the berries.
As she ate them, I noticed her energy levels rising and her mood improving.
"You know, for a clueless guy, you're not half bad," Airi said, a slight smile appearing on her lips.
Feeling pleased with myself, I suggested, "It's still morning.
Let's gather some tall grass and weave it into a blanket to help us survive tonight."
"Mhmm..." Airi nodded in agreement.
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"Feeling a little tired, Airi?" I asked, trying to lighten the mood.
She shot me a glance, her cheeks tinged with a faint pink hue, "No, not at all. I could go on weaving grass all day."
I chuckled, "You're a sphinx, with secrets that are hard to decipher, Airi."
She rolled her eyes, "I have no idea what you're talking about."
We continued to weave the blankets in silence for a while, the only sounds being the rustling of grass and our breathing.
Back in high school, I was always considered a genius, but being transported to this fantasy world brought new challenges that I had never faced before.
It was satisfying to be able to use my knowledge to survive.
As the morning stretched on, Airi's mood started to shift.
She began to enjoy the task and even started humming a tune, something I had never heard before.
I was intrigued by the song and asked, "What's that melody you're humming, Airi? It sounds lovely."
Airi stopped weaving for a moment, her cheeks flushed with embarrassment, "It's just a song my mother used to sing to me when I was a child. I didn't realize I was humming it out loud."
I smiled, "It's nice to know a bit more about you, Airi."
We continued weaving, and soon the morning turned into noon.
"We did good work today," I said, looking at the blankets we had made.
Airi nodded in agreement, "I guess."
I grinned, "I knew you secretly enjoyed weaving grass."
Airi's face turned red, "Shut up, idiot."
We spent the morning weaving the tall grasses into blankets, and by noon, we were both exhausted.
As we watched the sunset in the distance, I couldn't help but feel pleased with myself for coming up with the idea.
The Dynaberry made us not hungry for the whole day, this is just the second of seven days surviving in the mountain.
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