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Chapter 149: Missing Link

Hearing Tristan's firm declaration, Thorian allowed a smile to grace his features. "I appreciate that," he acknowledged. Noticing Tristan's hands still betrayed his nervousness, Thorian deemed it best to conclude their conversation. "Given we've covered all necessary ground, I propose we bring this meeting to a close. Tonight, you will be my guest."

Tristan released a sigh of relief at Thorian's words. "Thank you," he expressed, his gratitude palpable.

With that, Thorian rose, sig...

Chapter 148 has been edited

After rereading the chapter, I just felt Tristan was not reacting to what is happening to him in a normal fashion. I edited the chapter to make his reactions more natural and believable. 

Chapter 148: Debt of Life

With Tristan's battered form cradled Nox’s arms, Thorian and his warriors hastily withdrew to Wolvendale. Upon reaching the village's formidable outer defenses, Thorian pivoted towards Vigil, urgency etched in his tone, "Heal him. He's losing too much blood."

Acknowledging Thorian's command with a grave nod, Vigil approached Nox, who was holding the wounded Tristan. Placing his hand gently atop Tristan's brow, Vigil invoked a healing spell. A radiant glow enveloped Tristan, knitting h...

Chapter 147: Scheme Unraveled

Thorian’s POV

One Hour Prior

As Thorian practiced his Earth Spikes and Water Prison, Alacritas rushed toward him, his face etched with urgency. "My lord, a grave situation has unfolded in Locksley."

The stressed timbre of Alacritas's voice brought Thorian's training to a halt. He turned, concern furrowing his brow. "Steady yourself and recount precisely what transpired."

With a nod, Alacritas began, "William Ravenwood, the Lord of th...

Interlude 15

Soren’s POV

The atmosphere in the hideout was fraught with tension as Soren made his way through the corridors. Members bustled around him, their movements sharp and purposeful during this critical period. Each individual was acutely aware of their responsibilities and the dire consequences of failure.

Approaching Nalia's room, Soren noticed the flurry of activity diminish. This area was a sanctum, accessible only to those of the highest rank within their organi...

Interlude 14 Part 2

After a rigorous two-hour training session, Tristan sheathed his sword and wiped the sweat from his face. He felt exhausted yet unburdened, as if the weight he had been carrying in his chest had dissolved along with his perspiration.

“Are you finished?” Oswald’s voice emerged from the edge of the garden, announcing his presence. Observing Tristan, he raised an eyebrow. “You seem more at ease now. Did you have a talk with your father?”

“I did,” Tristan replied, allowi...

Interlude 14

With the goblin expedition concluded and their settlement reduced to ruins, the military company began its return journey to the city. Throughout the march to Locksley, Tristan was enveloped in silence. His mind incessantly replayed the earlier scene of the goblins fleeing in terror. Their screams and shrieks of horror echoed hauntingly in his ears, and the raw fear etched on their faces was seared into his memory.

“Hey, Tristan,” Oswald’s voice pierced through Tristan's introspec...

Interlude 13

“You need to breathe deeply and feel the ether around you before you can start absorbing it,” Jing Xu instructed Nox, gently placing his palm on the shadow kobold’s back.

Obediently, Nox closed his eyes and delved into deep meditation. He drew in long, steady breaths, striving to connect with the energy permeating the air. Minutes ticked by before a subtle sensation emerged. Energy seemed to caress his skin, yet it frustratingly refused to penetrate his clogged pores.

“Let...

Interlude 12

Tristan Ravenwood POV

Sheathing his sword with practiced ease, Tristan braced himself for the impending expedition. Scouts had brought troubling news of a goblin settlement lurking near the northern gates of Locksley. Such a proximate menace could not be left unchecked; the safety of the city and its inhabitants was at stake. They had no choice but to eradicate this monstrous threat.

However, before stepping out of the room, Tristan decided to check his own status...

Chapter 146: A Little Spar

"Really?" Nox's interest sparked upon hearing Thorian's words. "What sort of gifts are we talking about?"

"You'll see soon enough," Thorian replied with a knowing smile, leading the way. Weaving through the village, Thorian eventually halted in front of a nondescript building.

"This is your house?" Nox inquired, a hint of confusion lacing his tone.

"No, this is our communal storage," Thorian corrected, shaking his head as he pushed open the door. Inside lay a trove of items ...

Chapter 145: A Heartfelt Return

Hearing Whisperwind's words, Vigil gazed at the tear-shaped crystal held delicately in his hand. It was Amelia's tear, a brilliant azure gem, pulsating with an ethereal light. As he tightened his grip, rays of blue light seeped through his fingers, enveloping his body in a radiant aura. The light clung to Vigil's fur, a soothing, protective barrier that slowly absorbed into his skin.

"I will begin now," Vigil announced, his voice steady as he approached Nox. Placing his hand gently on t...

I added a major edit to chapter 140

Basically, I noticed that I completely forgot about the Karmic Shift rewards. Sorry about that. I have now added those rewards to the chapter so you can go check it out!

Chapter 144: Amelia's Tear

As Thorian erected his earth wall, flanked by Aqua and Saxum, he was acutely aware that these fortifications were merely a temporary impediment to their relentless foe. Gripping his staff more firmly, he braced himself to unleash the Fire Stream once more.

Just then, Zogarth stepped forward, his figure radiating an aura of unprecedented power. A fierce amalgam of black and red energy swirled around him, clawing its way towards the heavens.

Similarly, Forlune advanced, a light purp...

Chapter 143: Against Immense Power

Taking a deep breath, Thorian stepped towards the portal gate when a notification abruptly halted him.

[Warning: You are about to step into a corrupted dungeon. Are you sure you want to enter?]

Nodding, Thorian responded internally, Yes, I am.

With determination, the group of ten ventured into the portal. Emerging on the other side, they found themselves in a forest vastly different from Sherwood. While Sherwood possessed a mystic charm despite its dangers, this for...

Chapter 142: Advancements and Preparations

"The moment you encounter the spirits, my lord, run as swiftly as you can."

Thorian's eyebrows furrowed at Melina's warning. So it was the spirit elves. I understand now why William struggled so greatly.

"Thank you for the warning, Melina," Thorian said, offering a slight bow. "I will heed your advice closely."

Melina returned Thorian's nod, her expression grave, before he departed from the Village Hall. Venturing towards the village's outer region, he found the lan...

Chapter 141: Too Big to Fit

As Thorian awoke, the first sensation that washed over him was a profound sigh that seemed to escape his very soul. So today is the day, he mused silently, a heavy weight settling in his chest, the day we challenge that monstrous dungeon. I just hope no one perishes under my watch.

Memories of Eärendil's horrors crept into Thorian's mind, vivid and daunting. He had faced this dungeon in a past life, yet the version that had tested his limits back then was merely a sha...

Interlude 11 Part 2

Soren’s POV

The Next Day

Soren awoke, his chest constricted in a tight vice of anxiety. Sleep had eluded him, his rest shattered by relentless nightmares that now clung to his waking thoughts. He lay there, suffocating under the weight of the previous day's horrors. The images of countless souls ensnared by those otherworldly abominations haunted him, denying him even the slightest solace of sleep.

Where did it all go wrong? The q...

Interlude 11

Nalia’s POV

Earlier in the day

"Well, that was a breeze," Ragnor declared, stretching his arms and cracking his neck as he sauntered alongside Nalia. A hint of pride colored his voice as he reminisced, "That third-layer Guardian was tough, but we handled it. I bet we could've tackled the fourth."

"It wasn't a walk in the park," Soren interjected, his voice heavy with a sigh. He clicked his tongue, casting a backward glance at the two men t...

Chapter 140: The Psion

As the realization dawned on Thorian, his pupils widened with apprehension. With an urgent command, he bellowed, “Close your eyes, now!” Without hesitation, his companions obeyed. The fear in Thorian's voice conveyed a singular, unspoken truth: they were facing a formidable adversary.

With his own eyes sealed shut, Thorian honed his other senses. His already acute hearing and smell, gifts of his race, intensified, slicing through the tension like blades. The air was thick with the s...

Chapter 139: Return of an Old Foe

Thorian's eyes sparkled with triumph as he surveyed the barrage of notifications on his display panel. A wide grin unfurled across his face, the thrill of achievement palpable in the air. At last, I’ve reached the pinnacle of my first advancement. Just a bit more mastery over Earth Spikes and Water Prison, and I'll be ready to ascend my class.

Curiosity piqued, Thorian hadn't perused his stats in ages. It was time to delve into his full status panel.

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