Chapter 205

Chapter 205

Noele had to leave Wolfwater. She enjoyed her time back in her hometown, but she had grown complacent while she was back here. Her growth had slowed significantly, and she spent most of her days sparring without any real progress.

It was nice. It was relaxing. However, it was also holding her back. This was quite evident by how she had put off her Class advancement for so long. It was exemplified by how it took being nearly murdered by Nicholas the Noble Knight and his team for her to actually grow stronger.

And it was because she was not put in any situation with real danger. She hadnt pushed herself to her limits. So she couldnt grow in any meaningful manner.

Noele understood this. That was one of the reasons why she decided to leave. However, that wasnt the main reason she made this decision. After all, there was no reason for her to strive so hard to get stronger, right?

Except now she had a reason. Now, she knew that the World System itself might be evil. And she needed to know more. To uncover the truth behind this web of lies that had muddled history for tens of thousands of years.

To do that, she needed to look further into the Sect of the Abyssal Thorns. They were the only ones who were even aware that there was something wrong with the World System. They could shed some light to her. And not just that she needed to stop them. Because they were acting to carry out the will of the Void. Their goal was to bring about the destruction of all Vacuos.

And someone needed to stop them. Perhaps Amelia could do something about it. But the brown-haired woman was too busy running her restaurant. Not only that she would also only ever intervene to protect the world if there was no other choice left in the matter.

Noele knew her master. So that was why the blonde girl decided to act. To tackle two issues at once. Both the question of the World System, and the threat of the Void.

I am leaving Wolfwater, she said as closed her eyes. I shall hunt down the Sect of the Abyssal Thorns, and I will uncover the truth behind the World System. I will do what must be done.

The Noble Spellsword raised her head, fully resolved to do whatever it took. She was prepared for her master to protest. After all, Amelia might have wanted Noele to stay and help with the restaurant. But instead of arguing about it

Thats a good idea, Amelia said instantly. Itll be a good next step in your training.

Noele blinked a few times as she stared at the brown-haired woman. Well it was a bit hard to see through the veil of a hundred giant bees. But still, the blonde girl just gaped in confusion.

Youre not against me leaving Wolfwater? You know I wont be able to help out anymore, right? And wait training? What do you even mean by training?

Amelia waved a hand dismissively as she took a step back. I have plenty of help now, with Jax and Arthur and Edlyn. So you dont need to worry about me. And what do you mean by what do I mean by training?

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Partially that, sure, the blonde girl said with a nod. However, more importantly, Ill be away from Wolfwater. So the town will be safe and unaffected.

I mean, Im here, Amelia said with a shrug. Im pretty sure the town is quite safe with me around to protect it.

In response, Noele could only grimace. That made her master blink.

What? You dont trust me?

...sorry to say, Amelia, but I dont really think youre that reliable, Noele finally said, trying to put it as lightly as possible.

Ive saved your life, like, a dozen times, the brown-haired woman protested.

And Noele replied accusingly. After you endangered it just as many times!

Well thats besides the point. Amelia shrank back and scratched the back of her head. Now, I wont be there to save if things go bad.

But thats the point, Noele said as she looked down at herself. She placed a hand on her chest and met her masters gaze. How can I grow if I dont test myself? How can I grow if I dont push myself to my limits? How can I grow if youre always there to save me? Thats why I need to go. For myself, for those I love, and for the sake of the world.

The brown-haired woman stared at her student for a long moment. The two remained locked in silence besides the buzzing of the bastion bees.

Finally, Amelia casually remarked, Youre really quite the hero, arent you? Well, as I said at the start, I think this is a good idea. You should go ahead, although dont get yourself in too much trouble. And make sure you stop by from time to time, alright?

Of course. Noele smiled in return, seeing the genuine care on her masters face. How can I resist returning to try more of your amazing cooking?

Now youre just patronizing me. Amelia rolled her eyes, before giving a small smile.

Noele was glad this went over smoothly. But next up, she had to bid farewell to her parents. And that might play out a little bit more difficult.