After a simple, leisurely, and enjoyable picnic, the three of them returned to the wooden cabin to rest for a bit.
Next, Kaito needed to change into an adventurer's outfit suitable for this world.
He couldn't wear his royal robes now; they were too eye-catching. If he appeared before many people, it would definitely cause trouble.
After all, this world wasn't as peaceful as it seemed. Adventurers quietly stealing treasures and killing each other was a common occurrence.
Thus, before Kaito could customize his nanotech outfit into a battle outfit fitting the fantasy world style, Mamako cheerfully pulled out the most luxurious set of adventurer equipment currently available, even including a sword.
She had purchased these in town the day before Kaito arrived, without resting at all after returning to this world.
Knowing Kaito's measurements from before, she had bought everything according to his size. She didn't go for the best cost-performance; she bought the most beautiful and expensive.
Sure enough, after Kaito put it on, he had the style of a traditional RPG Hero protagonist. The accessories were engraved with golden patterns and even had various enchantments.
This adventurer gear was unbeatable: not only did it provide great safety, but it also significantly boosted damage, along with top-tier enchantments for increased speed and enhanced recovery.
"Mmm! Kaito really does look handsome in this!"
Mamako was very satisfied with her work. She circled Kaito a few times, then snuggled up to him, took out her phone, and started taking selfies with Kaito.
She didn't send the photos out but kept them for herself.
These were photos of him and Kaito, a memory!
She would only show them when she wanted to brag later.
Yes!
"Mmm~ It's a bit unfamiliar, though."
Kaito laughed, moving his arms and legs. The armor made a slight clinking sound.
This equipment was probably around B-class, close to C-class peak.
It was indeed the top-tier equipment available for purchase by adventurers.
If it were custom-made, using the best materials, a large sum of money, and a skilled blacksmith, it could definitely reach B-class.
It might even reach A-class!
"Hehe, you'll get used to it soon, Kaito!"
It wasn't all plate armor, but due to the enchantments, areas not covered by armor would automatically project magical shields for defense.
That was why many people wore armor with minimal coverage, even bikini armor.
"Okay~ Let's head to the Adventurer's Guild!"
Since entering the labyrinth required a badge from the Adventurer's Guild, Kaito would need to visit it later.
Although Kaito could just use magic to make people ignore him, eliminating the need for a change of clothes and a trip to the guild,
but when in Rome, do as the Romans do.
Even though it was a bit of a hassle, Kaito quite liked experiencing life in a different world.
When he was in middle school, besides reading web novels, he also read a lot of fantasy light novels. So, he had once dreamed of becoming an adventurer, conquering labyrinths, and so on.
Adventure RPG games were also very popular back then, with labyrinth-themed and hero-themed RPG games flourishing in variety.
Back then, they were either turn-based or had simple pixel graphics. While he wouldn't touch them now, preferring beautifully detailed open-world or large-scale games, this still counted as a fond memory of his youth.
Chiyo also changed into a mage's robe. Her role had originally been a mage.
Dressed in a robe and holding a staff, Chiyo really did have a certain charm.
Leaving the cabin, they began flying towards the town using flight magic.
This town was surrounded by a massive city wall. The town itself was at least the size of a county.
It was very crowded inside, with not much open space, similar to cities like Tokyo, Osaka, or Nagoya.
It was prosperous and populous, but at the same time, survival was difficult. Many poor people with little combat ability were often starving, living in the cheapest, most cramped housing.
Although they could live outside the town, building their own cabins, they lacked combat skills and knowledge of farming, so they could only do rough, low-paying jobs in various taverns and shops in the town.
At least, when Kaito entered the town, the polarization was extremely severe.
Apart from the special group of adventurers, ordinary people really didn't have it good. The rich rode in carriages, flaunting their wealth everywhere, especially the nobles. Even adventurers dared not provoke them casually.
Overall, becoming an adventurer was truly one of the best paths in this world.
As one became strong enough, their status would rise, their money would increase, they would gain the respect and favor of nobles, and might even have the chance to become a noble themselves!
Walking along the way, the trio drew a lot of attention.
Not only were the three of them good-looking, making countless people envious and jealous, but judging by their equipment alone, it was clear that ordinary adventurers couldn't afford such gear.
Especially Kaito's outfit; it practically blinded many adventurers, who shed tears of envy.
To ordinary people, it was like buying a set of equipment worth hundreds of millions!
Hundreds of millions!
For ordinary adventurers like them, the money they earned from a life-risking trip to the labyrinth averaged only a few thousand to tens of thousands!
Only high-level adventurers could casually talk about earning hundreds of thousands or millions in the labyrinth.
Top-tier adventurers could buy the equipment Kaito was wearing in just one or two months.
Naturally, custom-made gear was the most expensive, but it wasn't just about having money; many rare materials were needed.
Some materials had to be found in labyrinths, even labyrinths in other places.
"Wait, isn't that Oosuki Mamako!?"
"Holy crap, it really is her. Who's that guy next to her? Never seen him before!"
"Damn... Oosuki Mamako has a man!!"
"Hehehe, Oosuki Chiyo is more my type!"
"Hah, you just don't know how great married women are!"
"Yes! I believe in Cao Cao! He's my idol!"
'Hmm? People believe in Cao Cao in this world too?'
Kaito's footsteps couldn't help but pause.
'What, was there someone named Cao Cao in this world too?'