Madam, good morning.

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Present—
[Name: Li Cha]
[Occupation: None]
[Level: 2 (23%)]
[Attack Power: 12]
[Wealth: 182 copper coins]
...
“Trading with the system even grants experience!”
Li Cha recalled that when he read the game introduction, players who took on secondary professions—like blacksmiths forging weapons—would gain experience points, and fishermen who caught fish would not only obtain the fish but also earn experience.
The game developers touted this as a blessing for casual players.
“So, does this mean I’ve officially become a trader?”
Apart from matters related to trading, the system never interacted with him, and Li Cha, as the host, wasn’t entirely sure.
But this made trading far more interesting.
Upon learning that “everything can be traded,” Li Cha immediately thought about profiting from price differences.
Even if he broke even or took a slight loss, as long as he gained experience, he still considered it a win.
While roasting clothes here,
Li Cha poured a basin of water and cleaned himself again.
The sensation of warm water against his skin was very comforting.
It made him long to dive into a large bathtub and soak for three whole days.
Unfortunately, considering his current situation, having a bed to sleep on was already a rare blessing.
“At level 2, I’m a little stronger than during the day. Tomorrow, I’ll try to venture further and definitely return to the Old Shock Tavern before nightfall.”
*Knock, knock, knock*~
The door opened, closed, and locked.
A plump figure threw herself into Li Cha’s arms.
“Mr. Li Cha, I thought you preferred girls like Wendy, but it turns out you’re only prim and proper on the surface.”
Madam Mary’s eyes sparkled with affection.
“...”
Liking young girls is proper behavior? Li Cha had never heard of such a thing.
Maybe if he were eighteen or nineteen, he might be more interested in girls.
But he wasn’t; his real age wasn’t much younger than Madam Mary’s.
Of course, he wasn’t fooled by the fine makeup and delicate attire the madam had taken so long to prepare, nor did he pay attention to the growl of his right arm, which had fallen into a pit of despair. Instead, he said: “Madam Mary, I didn’t ask Wendy about the cost just now.”
Mary replied, “It’s free!”
Men are lustful, and women are the same.
Mary had married a dwarf in the prime of her youth.
They were very affectionate, but that didn’t mean Mary was happy.

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Especially in recent years, her husband often avoided the topic.
Even the matter of knocking upstairs was a hint from her husband.
Li Cha said, “Madam Mary, your time in this room is temporarily mine.”
“Of course, I like wild men!”
Li Cha: “Deal.”
As for tonight’s price, Li Cha’s bottom line was ninety copper coins.
A small loss of six copper coins, gaining experience—acceptable.
But it was free!
Mary collapsed into him.
Li Cha caught her.
Worried the system might cause trouble, he had proactively mentioned the concept of time and received confirmation.
Now, of course, it was time to sleep.
Li Cha took the bed, and Madam Mary slept on the floor.
...
The next morning.
Wendy woke early to clean the tavern.
Not long after, the foster mother with slightly messy hair came down the stairs.
Young Wendy asked, “Foster mother, are you okay?”
Mary yawned, looking a little weary, and said, “Nothing, just a bit of backache.”
Surprised, Wendy said, “You mean…?”
Her foster mother smiled mysteriously: “Young man, you really wore me out last night.”
...
At eight in the morning,
Li Cha woke feeling refreshed.
Level +1, 182 copper coins—he finally had some confidence in this brand-new world.
*Knock, knock, knock*~
The knock came again.
Young Wendy entered, bringing two loaves of coarse bread and a cup of milk: “This is from my foster mother for you, no charge.”
Now, Li Cha’s favorite words were phrases like “no charge.”
He smiled and said, “Okay, please thank Madam Mary for me.”
Today, the girl didn’t roll her eyes at Li Cha, but her gaze grew even stranger.
She thought strong women like her foster mother usually looked exhausted, and this man should have slept in until noon.
Yet, he was fine.
Apparently, he had slept well last night too.
Then Wendy said, “Mr. Li Cha, the money you paid only covers your stay until noon today. Would you like to extend it?”
Li Cha: “Extend, three days for now, and see afterward.”
Three copper coins paid, and Li Cha’s wealth dropped slightly to 179 copper coins.
No worries—this was all earned money, and there might be more later.
Two loaves of bread and some milk down, Li Cha felt more energized.

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Downstairs,
The morning customers were sparse, mostly buying alcohol to take home.
“Hi, Mr. Li Cha.”
“Good morning, Madam Mary.”
After a while, Madam Mary’s health recovered.
Regarding last night,
she remembered little,
just that after the other party showed wildness, she found herself in the eye of the storm.
That feeling reminded her of childhood, when as a little girl, Mary had to work in the fields with her parents.
In the scorching heat, drenched in sweat, Mary wielding a hoe wanted to rest, but her parents said no, insisted she continue, and forbade sleep until the work was done!
So, facing that young, energetic face again, Mary’s cheeks quickly flushed, and she proactively poured a glass of beer and handed it over.
Li Cha sat opposite and said, “Madam, I’m a stranger here and want to know how to get to the Adventurers’ Guild in Saint Ann City.”
The man’s voice overlapped with the commanding “belongs to me” phrase, and Mary’s breath faltered slightly as she said, “Alright.”
Li Cha: “I said I want to visit the Adventurers’ Guild.”
Mary, with her hair tied up, caught on and then pulled out a map from under the bar.
“Here’s the thing: Saint Ann City has two Adventurers’ Guilds, one inside the city walls and one outside.
The inner city guild has higher requirements for adventurers. Without second-tier strength, I suggest you avoid it.
If you’re a newcomer, you might want to check out the other guild. You might even join a team there, so you’ll have some backing.”
In Mary’s eyes, Li Cha was just a rookie adventurer.
And that was true.
Today was only Li Cha’s second day after crossing over.
Taking the map, Li Cha thanked Madam Mary for the advice.
Before leaving, he asked, “By the way, how does Mr. Shock feel about last night’s matter?”
Li Cha wasn’t interested in buying women, but he understood the situation clearly.
At the Old Shock Tavern, the adult services were mostly handled professionally by young Wendy, while Madam Mary rarely got involved.
He needed to be sure; otherwise, it might be better to find another inn tonight.
Across from him,
Mary hadn’t expected Li Cha to ask so directly. After thinking for a moment, she attributed it to men’s little hobbies.
So she said, “My husband doesn’t object, and it’s also part of the tavern’s income.
But starting today, I can be more reserved.”
Reserved,
restrained,
not finding others while Li Cha was here.
That was Madam Mary’s intention.
However, Li Cha caught only the first part of her sentence and tuned out the rest.
What he wanted was trade, seed money, and experience.
He just hoped he wouldn’t come back to find a dwarf holding a hunting rifle pressed against his head.