I'm really not a dragon.

But here's the problem: to complete the mission, you need to consume metals of the same origin.

Why is he a metal dragon?!

Damn system, how could you presume my race!

I want to be a dragon that eats normally!

[Deep in thought: The host has expressed doubts about his own dragon vein. I should help the host find the correct dragon vein and help him determine what substance he should consume to enhance his breath control ability.]

[Answer: Alright, dear host, every dragon has unique personality traits. I'll ask you some questions to determine which type of dragon your dragon lineage originates from! Please answer accordingly!]

This buggy system is finally starting to work.

"Fine!" Su En pouted.

[Question: You have been reborn as a human. The dragon god Bahamut gives you three choices: a) Adventurer; b) Merchant; c) Judge.]

Your choice is...

"Judge!" Suen said firmly.

Please explain your reasoning.

Su En took a deep breath, the outline of the civil service exam paper and the essay section seemingly appearing in her eyes.

"There's no reason not to take the civil service exam, or rather, taking the civil service exam is the reason itself!"

"The civil service exam is right there; if you don't go, someone else will!"

[A strong obsession with joining the judicial system, a typical example of lawful good! A noble golden dragon!]

Wait, no, this question is too tricky! How could I be a golden dragon?!

"Let's ask another question, the previous one doesn't count!" Su En quickly said.

[Question: A mischievous bronze dragon hatchling has left ugly scribbles on your scales. What would you choose?]

This is like a naughty kid spraying paint on your clothes.

After thinking for a moment and confirming that there was no trap in the question, Suen calmly said:

"Hang it up and beat it. If its parents object, hang it up and beat it too. Corporal punishment is the simplest and most effective form of education!"

[A strong sense of responsibility as a teacher! Alignment with Lawful Good! Typical Silver Dragon mindset!]

No way, this works? I've been so violent, and I'm still considered kind?

This stumped Su En. "Here's another question."

[Question: Please tell me what you think is the best joke.]

"If you feel useless, take a look at the dwarves' gaiters. What exactly is attacking their knees?"

No traitors, let's have some dwarf jokes!

Suen could tell dwarf jokes with ease.

"You maggot rotting in the tunnels! You damned human brat, don't let me find out who you are. When I get out, I'll shove your head into the Book of Hatred!"

Suddenly, a thunderous roar came from all around.

Damn, I forgot that there's a dwarf living across the street. I should have kept my voice down.

Su En looked out the window guiltily.

The angry dwarf kept jumping up, trying to see which bastard was mocking him, but the window was too high. Every time he jumped, Suen could only see the dwarf's hair, but not his face.

That's even funnier!

[Exceptional sense of humor and satire! You must be a witty bronze dragon!]

Thank you, system, for making me a target of a dwarf's attention.

Suen was still unwilling to give up. If things continued like this, he would only be able to eat gold, silver, and bronze. But he really wanted to read that maid training guide.

"One more question, system!" Su En said through gritted teeth.

[Question: What do you admire most?]

Suende thought about it deeply.

The metal dragon is clearly benevolent, so he should worship an evil being to appear unkind.

Suen had the answer in her heart.

"That's definitely the art student who failed his college entrance exam! His speech with 500,000 marks was truly inspiring!"

[Dreaming of becoming a public speaker, with a strong desire to express yourself! You're sure to be a talkative brass dragon!]

Damn, I'm so tired!

No matter what the answer is, it's always "metal dragon," so do I have to take a couple of bites of that metal lump to taste its saltiness?

"One last question, just one last one!"

[Question: A group of pirates has plundered a village. You are a passing dragon. The pirates, fearing your power, decide to give you half of their treasure. What do you choose?]

"They only gave us half! I'm going to wipe out all the pirates! Then I'll pack up all the treasure and take it all!"

I'm wicked enough to double-cross someone else!

[The crime is unforgivable! Instead of standing idly by in the face of evil, they chose to wage a just war, while simultaneously demanding that those they were helping pay a fee for their righteous act! Typical Bronze Dragon mentality!]

Based on your answer, you are a gold dragon, silver dragon, copper dragon, bronze dragon, or brass dragon.

[Update Task: Consume food and minerals such as gold, silver, and copper to promote the development of your respiratory organs.]

Gold 0%, Silver 0%, Copper 0%

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Is that correct?

The good news is that I finally know what I should eat.

The bad news is that it would have been better not to know at all.

Suen was really upset. Although it was cool to breathe fire like a dragon, he wasn't a metal dragon and didn't have the organs to digest metal.

Even if he were given the task, he wouldn't be able to complete it!

"You testicleless human brat, tell me who you are! You're finished for angering Brian Goldenbeard. I'll definitely cut off the hair on your testicles and make a lyre!"

The dwarf in the opposite cell roared like gunpowder that had been ignited.

Oh, I forgot about the dwarf!

Suen said apologetically, "Dwarf brother, I'm so sorry, I didn't mean to laugh at you! I didn't know you were here!"

The dwarf was stunned for a moment, then immediately roared in anger, "Aaaaaah! You dare laugh at me!"

"What's all the noise about? What's all the noise about?"

The commotion in the serious criminal area attracted a group of law enforcement officers.

One of them slammed a copper rod against the iron gate and said, "Shut up, all of you. The warden will be here soon, so you'd better keep quiet."

Warden?

Could there be a turning point in the case?

The dwarf's firepower was drawn to the word "Warden," and he spat, saying disdainfully:

"You humans pinned baseless accusations on me, and you expect me to respect your warden? Bah! You cowardly, cannibalistic bastards!"

The northern barbarians next door, overhearing this, suddenly asked curiously, "Dwarf, were you also framed?"

The dwarf snorted coldly, his tone softening somewhat.

"I just wanted to earn some travel money, but I never expected his daughter to be huddled where he hid his money... Okay, stealing isn't honorable, but at least I didn't kill anyone!"

"Me too!"

The northern barbarian sighed. "Alas! I remember her kiss, cold and soft, like rain. My father said that when you do that kind of thing, leaving a coin means you're not responsible. I left one, so how could I possibly kill her?"

Su En listened, completely stunned.

This is the first time I've heard "hee-hoo" described so poetically.

After pondering for a while, Suen said, "So, you guys are here because of the serial murders in the lower city."

The northern barbarians sighed.

The dwarf let out a cold snort.

"You guessed right. Whether you're lucky or unlucky, you're all inextricably linked to that case!"

Following the direction of the sound, Suen saw a strange man standing in the firelight.

He was a man who had reached the middle of his life. He had an ordinary appearance, wore an intricately patterned mithril armor, and had long, curly hair casually draped over his shoulders, giving him an air of scholarly refinement.

The prison was quiet for a moment.

Several law enforcement officers clenched their iron fists and pounded them heavily on their chests.

"In the name of Tom! Warden Artorias!"

The dwarf, with his iron-forged arms, gripped the edge of the iron window, pulled himself up, and raised his eyes to the level of the window.

He said with great difficulty, "Humans, are you here to judge me? To represent your laws and judge an innocent sinner!"

"On the contrary, I am not here to judge you. It is precisely because of the law that you are given the opportunity for forgiveness. Because soon you will be able to leave this place!"

The news was so sudden that Su En didn't react for a moment.

The northern barbarians next door asked excitedly, "Really? My lord?"

"Of course, soon you will leave Flying Dragon Rock Prison, board the Inner Bay transport ship, and head to the Churt Colony to become a glorious pioneer."

The group was stunned for a moment, not quite understanding what was happening.

The only Baldur's Gate native, Suen, realized what was going on and gasped, "You...you want us to go to the colonies to pick cotton!"