Minato's business became known across Ungrail City.
People knew that they would sell items for more than in the dungeon guild, flooding the shop to bargain with Minato.
They also didn't hide their eyes scrutinizing the beauties here.
Minato didn't do anything to them.
It would cause problems in the city, and those people knew how to not step over boundaries.
"They call you Open Black Market," Bei sneered, "How many enemies await us beyond the city's gates?"
Bei gave a curious look, then she chuckled. She smiled much more and rarely complained about the people and quests.
Now that she became more than just a temporary teacher on Minato's adventure, Bei began enjoying it just as Yuna, and her happy mood filled Minato's heart with content.
Love really did wonders, and one shouldn't hold back!
He grinned, "It's time to end business for some time! We will visit the dungeon and try to find the dungeon race. Then, we will probably set for an adventure to Julia's home and the Majestic Ice Kingdom's Capital."
Yuna was the first to reply, just a second before Bei, "Minmin. Don't get too surprised now!"
She covered her lips while laughing, then her whole form shone brightly. Embraced by that light, Yuna's tall body promptly shrank.
She became a ball of light, and once it popped, a small fox appeared from it.
It was a golden fox with cute small tails waving behind her.
Her fur looked soft and fluffy, and her tiny paws gently stomped on the floor. Her golden eyes rose to look at Minato, and her beast's golden jewels softened upon seeing him.
Minato was all smiles, and he looked at Yuna's fox body with the same love as before!
Yuna hopped into his arms, then nested herself in his clothes.
For this occasion, Minato wore quite loose robes.
Bei stared at them with unconcealed jealousy, "Twat! Look at me now!" She arched her head, then magic circles appeared beneath her feet.
That magic circle expanded a lot of mana, and it slowly went through Bei's body.
Since Bei's father, High Spirit, and her mother, Moon Spirit, both didn't have any different form than humanoid one, Bei naturally needed to rely on a magic circle.
It was a slower process to the natural Yuna, who had been born with a unique psychique!
At last, Bei became a white wolf!
She didn't even move her paws but looked at Minato with rapt attention.
Minato smiled, "Yes, that's my Bei."
Bei rushed at him, then bumped into his crotch!
"W-Why?!" Minato tumbled backward!
Yuna said, "She primarily works with her instincts, Minmin! Love had clouded her, but now we see what she wants the most! Pervert."
"I just missed! Goddamnit fuck!" Bei cursed, then crept into Yuna's nest.
Both of them thrashed for a little, then settled with Yuna being closer to Minato's heart.
She had won that little battle, putting away Bei with triumphant shining eyes!
Minato chuckled, "It's time for the dungeon!"
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[Lord Shama's House]
The owner of Ungrail City lived in the most prosperous house.
Located near the dungeon, one of the houses that dungeon raiders saw the most.
It was high on a hill, protected by nature and towering walls.
Gates was always open to potential clients.
Maids with stern looks protected those gates.
Known as a lustful dog in the dungeon guild, Lord Shama indulged himself in women.
He put them in as many positions as possible.
He also made them wear maid clothes regardless of their status.
Of course, relishing women was one thing, keeping strong personnel was another.
Lord Shama diligently worked on his harem palace.
One shouldn't look down on women working here as they all were equipped with enough means to keep his status on the highest seat.
On that particular day, Lord Shama received a visitor from the capital.
It was a visit he didn't expect, and it also went for people from his city, including Julia.
"Has the king blessed me so that I can welcome you in my humble abode?" Lord Shama was disgustingly welcoming.
Not without reason! Before him, a man with long blue robes and chilling eyes stood, piercing him with just a casual glance.
That man couldn't appear here without any reason. Hence his visit was as private as it could've been.
He was known as Raj, "Princess Julia has given The Cloud Title to a man with an unknown origin. He will visit your dungeon soon."
Lord Shama gulped.
"Guide him to the most dangerous floor you are aware of. That is your mission, and I expect you to not let me down," Raj's eyes widened as he nonchalantly requested.
"Of course! But of course! What's guiding?! Even trash can guide, as long as they have a map! You don't have to worry about me, Mr. Raj! How about you visit one of my guest rooms? A few of my ladies await you here," Lord Shama flashed his rare business smile, then bowed.
Raj chided him, "I don't relish cheap women used by many, particularly those who willingly sell themselves."
He turned around, and the whole room's temperature suddenly skyrocketed.
Lord Shama heaved a sigh, "What a monster... If I had such strength, I would ask for the princess' hand... Even a few more, heh... Haa... He's a monster but boring."
His attitude changed, and Lord Shama smiled widely, "A man with unknown origin... If Raj wants me to use all my dungeon can bring out, I guess he must be pretty strong... Hmm... He should receive a few goods used the least."