[Master, Mana Parasite has leveled up and gained an additional function.]

'Mm?'

It had been ten days since Lee Shin-Woo snuck into the city, Kuroa's Glory, and assumed the persona of Lawrence the peddler. Right when a merchant was about to sign his contract, Rem came in with a report.

'It leveled up?'

[That's correct. The skill has leveled up before, decreasing the mana consumption and increasing its speed, but this time, it gained an additional ability... It occurred when the skill reached level 5.]

'Wait a sec. Give me the details a bit later.'

Mana Parasite was paramount to achieving his goal on the surface, so Lee Shin-Woo couldn't afford to ignore Rem's report. However, now wasn't the time. The merchant was right about to sign the contract, and he looked at Lee Shin-Woo anxiously.

"Is there something wrong with the contract?"

"I'm sorry. I just remembered something important... Yes, you're all set. The confidentiality clause is perfect as well. It's done."

"Hoo."

The merchant sighed in relief. The contract was for the upcoming wine auction. Lee Shin-Woo had hired a few trustworthy merchants among the ones he'd...