I couldn't help but agree with Zoe. [Tireless Machine] was a useful skill that could suit everybody. But the reason the [Slave] had it was not so nice. Its purpose was to make the slave withstand more abuse and work longer and tirelessly.

Tireless Machine: lvl 1

Passive I

Sleep is for the weak. Fatigue is just another obstacle that stands in the way of reaching your (masters) goal. Your endurance and its regeneration is increased by 15%

"It's one of the skills I wanted to choose. I'm just not sure how to train in it," I said.

Zoe thought about it. "It is simple. The longer you do something that makes you tired, the more experience you will gain in this skill."

From what she said, that meant that if I kept fighting, even though I was tired, I would gain experience in this skill. Or if I wash this laundry, even though I'm tired, I'll gain experience. It was simple.

"When I was tired after sex, I forced myself to continue," Zoe said. "Now, thanks to [Tireless Machine], I can serve customers all night."

That was also a way to train this skill. But it wasn't my cup of tea. Anyway, I swapped [Master's Toy] for [Tireless Machine].

I smiled. "Replaced. Next up is [Faint Presence]"

"It might come in handy in the labyrinth," Zoe said, and she was right.

"That's true, I've been thinking about it, but I don't want to be someone who sneaks around my enemies. I want to face them and not hide," I objected.

"If you say so," she shrugged.

"Zoe, which skill could I practice while I do laundry here?" I asked her.

She smirked. "Definitely [Swift as a Whip] will come in handy. Being faster is always good. You should see how fast I can move my hips. Men really like it."

"I believe that, but I don't need to see it," I muttered.

However, I could not deny that this skill would be useful for me in combat. Being faster than my opponent and avoiding his attacks could save my life. But it wasn't the skill I was thinking about. I had a limited number of skill slots. I definitely didn't want to lose [Indomitable Will]. Without this skill, my mind would shatter very quickly. In addition, I wanted to make sure that no one would control my mind and restrict my freedom ever again.

"Zoe, can you tell me about the slave's other skills? I definitely want to keep [Indomitable Will] and [Lover of Work]. I would like to hear your opinion on other skills."

"I can start with the ones I have," Zoe suggested.

I nodded. "Sure, I'll be happy."

"So, as I said, [Tireless Machine] is good for endurance. [Swift as a Whip], then increase your speed, your reactions. Thanks to it, I can respond much faster to the needs of my customers."

Swift as a Whip: lvl 1

Active I

To be able to adapt to the pace indicated by the whip in the hands of the master, your speed will increase, and it will increase by 20%. However, it is at the expense of your endurance.

"You said it would increase my reactions, but I don't see anything like that in the description," I said.

"You have to reach the second tier, level ten."

"Okay, what about stamina?"

The girl smiled. "It's not written there, but the consumption of your stamina will increase by twenty percent. It will help you with the training of [Tireless Machine]. Anyway, the next skill I have is [Made for Torture]. This skill increases the flexibility of my body. I can put my feet behind my head and get into positions that cause others' problems without major issues. In bed, this skill is quite fun."

Made for Torture: lvl 1

Passive I

Your body must bend as the master desires. The flexibility of your body is increased by 15%

It was an ability that I didn't find so useful if I decided to become a seeker. Of course, I couldn't fight with a stiff body, but I didn't have to be an acrobat either.

"The last skill I have is [Master's Lover]. This is a skill that every woman will appreciate. It will make you queen." Zoe said, smiling. "I don't mean it literally, but it will make you more beautiful. Your skin will gradually get rid of blemishes, so no acne. Your hair will be healthier, shinier, and gain more volume. There are a lot of details and imperfections that will disappear from your body. You will simply be more beautiful."

I sighed. "It doesn't really fit into the labyrinth, but I'd welcome it. How can you train such a skill?"

"Simply put, you don't have to try so hard. It's about how many people you get attention from, how many people's hearts start pounding when they look at you. When you walk down the street, and someone looks back at you, or when someone remembers your beauty later. I gain the most experience when someone can really appreciate my naked body, but that includes sex most of the time."

"Nothing for me," I shook my head. "Not now."

"It's good that it doesn't matter who likes you, be it a man or a woman," Zoe said with a smile.

Master's Lover: lvl 1

Passive I

You are someone who represents your master, and you should look accordingly. Your appearance adapts to his preferences. (You don't have a master right now, the look will adapt to your preferences). Appearance adjustment 1%

Charm + 5%

"Zoe, what does the appearance adjustment mean?" I asked her. "Is that what you were talking about?"

She nodded. "Yes, you don't have to be afraid of the description. You will not become someone else. Your appearance adapts to your ideal, the way you feel it should look. You can gain a few pounds or lose weight, all in the right places. My girls were the biggest change. I used to be flat as a board, but now they don't fit in my hands."

She grabbed her breasts for a demonstration. But I understood what she meant. Perhaps everyone was not happy with something on their body. Some trifle, an ugly birthmark, a freckle, a bald spot, an asymmetrical bust, just something that bothered her or him. This ability gradually eliminated these shortcomings. Maybe this was an ability that could one day help me get rid of those mutations on my body.

"...and what about charm? I don't have something like that in my status!" I objected.

"Me neither. No one has such a stat, yet everyone has some charm. As I would say,… charm is a personality trait and means appeal, natural grace, or personal attractiveness. It's about how you affect the people around you. It is magic that will highlight your features, increase your charm."

"So, something like Mind Magic. Mind Control?"

"No, no, not at all - it only affects you, your behavior, your traits. As I said, it highlights them. You will be more attractive to some, and vice versa to others." Zoe explained.

I nodded, but I couldn't say that I understood exactly what charm was doing. Maybe it was because I never worked too hard on my look. I have to admit that I was satisfied with my appearance. I never had the urge to apply layers of make-up to my face and used only the most basic make-up. I saw no reason to hide my face under a mask.

Of course, my look was not perfect. When I was younger, I hated the freckles I had under my eyes and on my nose. That has changed over time. Before I got to Eleaden, there were a few little things on my body that I didn't like. I didn't even remember them now. I was a monster now—a mutant.

My ears were gone, replaced by something that reminded me of sails, and I'm not even talking about the antlers on my head. Wings grew from my loins now and a tail above my buttock, with which I could sweep the floor. Other places overgrown with hair or feathers were a trifle. Yes, if this skill could reverse the mutations in my body, I would welcome it.

"[Silent suffering] is something I don't need much as a companion." Zoe continued her explanation, unaware of my thoughts. "It suppresses all the sounds your body makes. Almost everyone likes to hear their sex partner. I would use this skill just when I need to fart," She laughed.

I laughed too. "That would be helpful sometimes. It is a skill that could be useful in the labyrinth, but again it's more suitable for someone who sneaks around enemies and tries to avoid them."