HP: A Sociopath Gamer In Magic World [ Chapter 122: Daily Quest! ] (Patreon)

[Hidden Quest: Looking Glass

Description: Centuries ago, a powerful wizard managed to seal an ancient power inside of a mirror. For decades he safeguarded the mirror, deterring any looking for it. Fearing that someone would abuse its power after his death he had the mirror broken and the shards scattered.

Objective: Find all the shards. (0/1000)

Reward: ? ]

'So, it's like a giant jig-saw puzzle,' Hermes commented as the three of us looked at the giant mirror frame. It was easily 20 ft tall and 5 ft wide, with jagged pieces of glass sticking around the border.

"Apparently," I said amused. Seeing as we hadn't found any mirror shards on our way here, I'm willing to wager that either they weren't created yet or they were scattered in different dungeons. "Well, it's time to head back."

We got back to the orphanage a little past five in the morning, right around the time I normally got up.

With a mental flick I switched out my armor for some normal clothes. Black slacks and a white button up shirt.

"Professor Flitwick should be here in two hours. I don't have to remind you about your objectives, do I?" I said adjusting the collar of my shirt in a mirror.

'Of course not,' Hermes scoffed as he flapped his wings.

"Good, I'll call you out when it's time," I told them.

They both bowed their heads before disappearing into their own personal dimension.

Walking out of the room I made my way to the kitchen.

Putting on the apron, I rolled up my sleeves and started taking ingredients from my inventory.

[Daily Quest: May I have some more?

Description: Feed the hungry boys and girls of Hampstead Orphanage. (0/58)

Reward: 2000 Exp, Increased closeness with Hampstead Orphanage. ]

Dismissing the window, I got to work cooking breakfast.

With my help a number of the older residents were able to get part-time jobs with the local business. This not only boosted the orphanage's reputation, but it also brought an influx of donations. Seeing as I wasn't old enough to get one though, I settled for doing the odd job here and there, mostly as a way to explain where I got my money.

The first of the dishes was out of the kitchen and into the mess hall just as the first residents started to wander in.

[Cooking]'s level has risen by one.

[Cooking] (Passive) LV 20 EXP: 0.8%

[Description: Food you make is now more delicious. There is also an additional chance that they might carry certain buffs or effects. Normal people can now benefit from these buffs without having [Gamer's Body]. Recipes learned: 329

Effect: You know exactly how to season and flavor food to make it the most delicious.

Effect: Dishes you are familiar with can be crafted instantly. (No Experience is given.)

Effect: Able to decipher the exact cooking method and ingredients used to make a dish. (Recipe will now appear when using [Observe]. ]

"Oh?"

I briefly pondered if it would work on the Life Nectar made by the Gnome Village. Though I might hate the little buggers, I must admit that they were rather tightlipped with their secrets. Even after torturing them for hours on end they had refused to give me the method to make more nectar.

By the time I finished the last dish the mess hall was filled with excited children and groggy teens.

"Here Ms. Emily, enjoy," I said, placing a plate of scrambled eggs with bacon and toast in front of her. Leaning in, I whispered in her ear, "No need to worry about the pantry, I was able to refill it using magic."

"You're an angel," she said warmly, not knowing any better.

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Daphne:-

The young heiress was currently glaring daggers at her cousin Nicholas over the dining room table.

He didn't look the least bit bothered by her stare as he continued to eat his breakfast with a smile.

It was a good thing that the only people at the table were them and her younger sister. Her parents and Uncle had left on a business related trip earlier in the week.

"Come now cousin, all I said was that I wanted to meet him. I'm curious to see what the boy who managed to catch your interest is like."

The thought of Charles and Nicholas meeting was concerning. Not because she thought they wouldn't get along but because she was almost certain they would.

As much as she hated being passed over in the family business, she didn't deny that there was a good reason. Nicholas was not only charismatic but smart too, and in his hands the family business would no doubt flourish.

The problem was that he was too charismatic. She was worried that he would be able to get Charles to his side before she could secure his loyalty.

"I told you already I don't-" she started to say.

Giving a fake sigh Nicholas cut her off, "Oh very well, I suppose if you're that against it, I'll hold off for the moment."

Daphne narrowed her eyes in suspicion.

"By the way, I heard you plan to watch this year's Dueling Competition. Any reason for that?"

The blonde momentarily threw a glare at her sister before turning to face her cousin's impish face.

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Ministry of Magic:-

I watched as the witch at the desk looked over the registration form.

She glanced up at me with a skeptical look before shrugging her shoulders and stamping the papers. She stood up from her seat and filed it in the cabinet behind her.

"The junior tournament will take place on the 27th of July. Don't be late," she warned sternly.

I nodded before walking away.

Looking to my right, I smiled at the goblin professor, "Thanks a lot for covering the entrance fee Professor."

"No need to worry Charles, the costs of club related activities are covered by the new school budget," he informed me.

We were currently at the Ministry of Magic, in the Department of Magical Games and Sports located on the seventh floor.