We... actually have a great appetite.

Of course, it's not just because we are naturally good eaters, but because we have the ability to selectively eat.

However, our selective eating is not like a cow dividing its stomach into different functions, but rather choosing different food for different effects.

Yes, there are two main uses for food in games: one is to restore satiety, and the other is to restore HP and provide other beneficial status effects.

For example, the grilled dragon meat in front of us. Of course, even though it's called grilled dragon meat, it's not actually dragon meat. It's the special kind of magic dragon or sub-dragon we encountered before. Generally, dragons... can't control themselves and give birth to unique races.

Really, even though their own reproductive efficiency is so low, they are quite efficient when it comes to mating with other species. What's the principle behind this?

Well, that's the dragon's problem, and it has nothing to do with me.

Going back to the current situation, the grilled dragon meat burger in front of us shows its effects when held in hand.

Restores 10 points of satiety, restores 30 points of HP, increases strength by 30 points, not stackable.

Yes, for us, food is like a usable item, so as long as there is something that can be replenished in our elements, we can keep using items to restore.

Of course, satiety can be filled after eating ten burgers, and the increase in strength lasts for 5 minutes, which we can't wait for.

Therefore, the only option is to deduct our own HP.

So, while directly using poison on ourselves, we eat burgers to restore HP. This automatic loop system is such a waste of resources, but...

we're happy~

After all, those poisons are byproducts that accidentally appear after making potions, so there's no pain in using them at all.

But... we only have about 100 bottles, not sure how long they'll last.

Fortunately, when we have eaten more than 30 burgers, Lu-er has suddenly stood up.

"No... how can this be..."

Covering her mouth, Lu-er took a few steps back and sat down on the chair behind her.

"Lu-er, are you okay? We still have five minutes, try to rest and continue," someone immediately shouted.

Yes, our match time is 15 minutes, and it has been 10 minutes already.

Seeing her condition, the people around stopped making noise and nervously watched her.

Seize the moment!

I quickly used the potion with my left hand, and with my right hand holding the burger, I started munching.

In just a minute, I had eaten another 10 burgers.

Oyado had already finished the battle when we had just eaten 20, but Aliyah and I knew this method as well. Although we didn't know how she deducted her HP, she also ate around 30.

"Oh my god... are you all monsters..."

Lu-er gasped for breath and slowly stood up.

Walking to the table, looking at the burgers on the table, I noticed that her forehead was already covered in sweat. It seems like the feeling of being full is really uncomfortable.

She slowly reached out her hand, but halfway through, she stopped.

I could see her trembling.

Her friends next to her all anxiously watched, especially now that her face had turned pale.

Suddenly, she collapsed to the ground and her body started convulsing.

"The match is over! Phil wins! You guys, quickly go get the vomit-inducing medicine from the back. And you, clear the table over there and let Lu-er lie down!"

"Understood!"

Upon hearing the manager's words, the people around immediately sprang into action.

Several strong men clumsily cleared the tables, and then someone was about to lift up Lu sister.

"You better not let her move around. Her stomach is in a state of indigestion and excessive bloating. Moving around might hurt her stomach," I quickly said when I saw their actions.

"What should we do then?" Lu sister's companion immediately asked.

"Let her vomit directly. I'm sorry, I will pay for the cleanup later," I said, and then I stuck my fingers down Lu sister's throat. Lu sister's body jerked, and all the undigested food and stomach acid gushed out, making a mess on the floor.

Aliyah covered her face and left the room, but Alya was very curious and watched from the side.

"Alright, it should be safe now. Help her up quickly," I instructed.

"Oh..."

Lu sister's companion immediately helped Lu sister up from the ground, and I pointed at her while a white light shined upon her, removing all the negative effects on her.

"I...I just..."

"You ate too much and almost choked. Seriously, as important as the game is, your life is even more important. Manager, do you have any water? Let Lu sister rinse her mouth, and then you can take her to rest. Even though she looks better now, it will still take some time for her to fully recover, especially since she drank so much alcohol," I said.

"Oh, I understand," Lu sister's companion immediately said.

"You, kid...you're impressive. Thank you, I indeed lost this time. I will pay for the match, and I'll remember this favor. If you need any help in the future, come to the Dongshi Hotel," the manager said.

"Sure, you take a good rest now."

"No, this match is on me," the manager said with a smile.

"Well, helping each other is what mercenaries should do. You did a great job, so I'll take care of this one," the old man said as he gave us a thumbs up and a hearty smile.

Well...I'm not sure if you can call it a smile or not.

"It seems like you all know each other quite well," I said.

"Yes, we're all regulars at the restaurant. It's actually the first time we've seen you in this city," the manager said.

"I see. We're looking for suitable missions in different cities, but today the train isn't running, so we got delayed here," I explained.

"Ah, I see. I heard someone robbed the train. It's really chaotic lately. But it should be back to normal tomorrow since railway transportation is still important, and the longer the delay, the greater the loss," the manager nodded.

"So, are you all staying together?" Lu sister suddenly asked as she was getting ready to leave.

"Huh?"

"You probably don't have a place to stay yet, right? Do you want to stay with us? We rented a courtyard with some extra space."

"..."

I looked at Aliyah and Oyado, and they both nodded.

"Then, please."

"What are you saying? Thanks to you all today. Alright, let's go. You can also meet our captain on the way," the manager said.

"Oh? What's special about her?"

"Well...it could be said that she's quite unusual. Because she...is a mage who likes to use swords."

"The mage who uses a sword..."

Isn't that just like me? Although I recently discovered that using a crossbow is more convenient.

"You'll see when you meet them, let's go."

After saying that, they left the shop.

"Goodbye, Uncle Madria."

"Haha, goodbye."

As we were leaving, Uncle Madria touched his beard and muttered oddly to himself.

"Huh? Did I mention my name?"