chapter 1
In the dim hall of the Ancient Castle, as shadowy figures appeared one after another, the candles on all four walls lit up one by one. The faint candlelight flickered in the air, stirring the taut nerves of the crowd.
[Beep–]
[Congratulations to all lucky Players for unlocking the SSS Level special Welfare Dungeon [Perfect Wedding].]
[The Wedding of the castle’s owner will be held on the night of the fifth day. Please assist the owner of the Ancient Castle in preparing the [Perfect] Wedding and become the [Witness] of [Happiness].]
[Here are a few kind reminders from the Welfare Dungeon. Please keep them in mind.]
[1. The mischievous Bride loves pranks. If you encounter her, do not expose her.]
[2. The beautiful Bride is still lovely when angry, but bad things will happen.]
[3. Guests unwilling to help prepare the Wedding are unfriendly. Everything is for the [Perfect] Wedding, and you must not refuse requests from the butler or Maid.]
[4. The groom loves only the Bride, and the Bride loves only the groom. Otherwise, the Wedding cannot be perfect.]
[5. Terrible things will happen at an imperfect Wedding!!!]
The cold electronic voice became piercing at the end, making people want to cover their ears. Every word seemed to remind all Players that a single misstep could lead to a deadly ending.
[Wish you all a smooth game.]
As the last word fell, someone recognized the place and cried out in terror.
“Didn’t I get out of this haunted place? Why am I back again!”
The words exploded among the Players like water splashed into hot oil, and panic spread rapidly.
No one noticed that in the dim environment, someone was observing them from the second-floor railing above the hall.
“So many people.”
The dense crowd below was a real blow to the diligent NPC on her first day at work.
Wener, the skeleton butler, was a gentleman with a very good temper.
Hearing my sigh, he gently asked, “So, Lady Tiyati, are you sure you don’t need my company?”
I pulled out the Little Bat that had been nestled at my neck and placed it on Wener’s shoulder:
“Thank you for your concern, but I think I need the exercise.”
“Besides, this is a Welfare Dungeon. There shouldn’t be any major problems.”
I smiled slightly at Wener, ignored the dizzy Little Bat that tried to flutter over, picked up the small skull lantern beside me, and trotted down the stairs.
“Who’s there?!”
The noisy crowd fell silent as I approached. Someone shouted, their voice tense.
“Dear guests, hello. I am the new Maid of the Ancient Castle. You may call me Tiyati.”
I rounded the staircase, the corners of my lips lifting slightly. “It’s late. The owner has already arranged rooms for the guests. Please follow me.”
Some Players exchanged glances, but I ignored them and turned to lead the way.
The Ancient Castle was vast, with many rooms, but with nearly two hundred Players this time, four or five had to squeeze into one room and sort out the arrangements themselves.
“Tomorrow, I’ll need your help to tidy up the Garden. Please rest early. The flowers in the Garden like to feed at dawn, so please arrive before seven o’clock.”
After speaking, I lifted my lantern and prepared to leave.
“Please wait, Miss Tiyati.”
A man with gold-rimmed glasses stepped out from the Players, looking refined and courteous.
He said, “We are old friends of the castle’s owner, but we have never met his fiancée. We’ve come to help prepare the Wedding, but we don’t know the Bride’s preferences. Could you give us some advice?”
“Of course.”
I replied with a bright smile, listing the Bride’s preferences one by one.
Seeing my friendly attitude, others began to try to get information from me as well.
I didn’t disappoint them-answering every question.
As for whether my answers were correct,
That was for them to figure out.