Chapter 23: Levelling up under Weird blunders?

Chapter 23: Levelling up under Weird blunders?



As Seo watched the young man dash off towards the horde of goblins, a pang of worry and guilt gnawed at her heart. She couldn't shake the feeling that all of this was her fault, her actions having inadvertently led to this dangerous situation. Yet, despite knowing this, she hesitated to offer her assistance.

'Wouldn't he be angry once he finds out I was the cause of all this?' she wondered, her mind plagued by thoughts of rejection and disdain.

What if he refused to become her friend?

The fear of being rejected, of not being forgiven, paralyzed her, trapping her in a cycle of doubt and indecision.

But deep down, she knew she should help. She owed it to him, to make amends for the chaos she had unwittingly unleashed.

Yet every time she tried to move; the fear of his anger held her back.

'Why am I so pathetic?' she berated herself, frustration bubbling to the surface. She watched as he fought valiantly against the goblin horde, his determination evident in every strike. With a clenched fist and a resolve hardening within her, Seo was about to step out of her hiding spot to join the fray. But before she could make a move, the clash of blades in the air drew her attention back to the ongoing battle.

Clang! Swing!

As Seo observed the young man engaging with the horde of goblins, she couldn't help but be impressed by his prowess.

Each movement seemed calculated, every strike executed with precision.

It was as if he had studied the terrain and the enemy's movements, anticipating their every action with uncanny accuracy.

It reminded her of the teachings from her old mentors back at her clan.Finnd new chapters at novelhall.com

However, amidst her admiration, a nagging thought crept into her mind.

Despite his skill with the sword and his keen battle sense, something didn't quite add up. 'Wasn't he supposed to be a mage?'

A celestial mage, no less. Shouldn't wiping out these goblins be a trivial task for someone of his abilities?

Seo couldn't shake the feeling of unease that settled in the pit of her stomach.

Why was he resorting to using a sword when he had the power of magic at his disposal?

With a mere thought, he could potentially end the battle in an instant, teleporting behind the boss and striking it down before it even knew what hit it.

Yet, here he was, wielding his sword with determination and grit, expending precious stamina with each swing. It didn't make sense.

He was wasting his energy on a battle that could be easily won with a flick of his wrist.

As Seo pondered the enigma of the young mage's choice to wield a sword instead of unleashing his powerful magic, a realization struck her like a bolt of lightning. Could it be because of her?

The thought sent a shiver down her spine as she considered the possibility. Perhaps he had noticed her presence and, in a display of kindness, opted for a more precise and controlled approach to avoid harming her. It was a humbling revelation, one that filled her with a strange mix of gratitude and guilt.

A small thump settled in Seo's heart as she marveled at the kindness and consideration of her potential future friend.

How could she have forgotten that he, too, was likely struggling with the same social awkwardness that plagued her?

In his own way, he was reaching out, extending an olive branch of friendship amidst the chaos of battle.

"He must be having a hard time expressing his intentions, just like me" she mused, a small smile tugging at the corners of her lips. Suddenly, the weight of uncertainty lifted from her shoulders, replaced by a newfound sense of understanding and empathy.

With renewed determination, Seo watched as the mysterious young man continued to battle the goblins below.

Though the road to friendship might be fraught with challenges, she was determined to bridge the gap between them and forge a bond that transcended the story's from the

countless books of friendship she has read.

'Don't worry, friend, I will help you now!'

With her fist clenched tightly, Seo watched as dozens of goblins closed in on the young man from all directions, threatening to overwhelm him. The pillars, once a strategic advantage, now seemed distant and unreachable, leaving him vulnerable to the approaching horde. "You won't reach my friend," she vowed silently, her determination fueling her actions. Launching herself from her current position, Seo used the ceiling as a foothold, propelling herself forward with astonishing speed.

As she descended like a meteor, she landed with precision, her foot connecting with the head of a goblin at the rear of the pack.

Despite the tremendous force of her impact, there was no ripple, no echo, only the soft whisper of the wind as its brain sprayed on the hard ground.

The sudden disturbance behind them caught the goblins off guard, their attention momentarily diverted. But it was already too late.

Taking advantage of the chaos, Seo swiftly assumed a quick draw stance, her red eyes gleaming with bloodlust.

With a slow, deliberate motion, her katana began to glow with an ethereal light, crackling

with energy.

[Hidden blade first form]

[Blue Moon]

In an instant, lightning flashed, illuminating the chamber with a brilliant blue light.

BOOM...!

With a deafening boom that echoed like thunder, Seo unleashed her attack, a wave of energy tearing through the air.

sickening squelch, I forced the blade upwards, carving a path of destruction through its flesh until it emerged from its shoulder with a final, decisive blow.

As the hobgoblin boss crumpled to the ground, its cries silenced at last, a sense of grim

satisfaction washed over me.

"Did I, do it?"

The question echoed in my mind as I surveyed the aftermath of the battle.

Had I really emerged victorious?

The notifications flashing before my eyes seemed to confirm it.

[Congratulations you've defeated your first boss! Additional bonus points will be awarded!]

[level:32-40]

[Congratulations you have achieved level 40!]

[+5 on all stats will be awarded!]

[Bonus EXP will now be cut off]

[Available stat points: 25+24+10]

[Agility: C[5/50] [Endurance: D] [5/50]

[Luck: 0] [Invalid... Error!]

[Power D] [5/50]

As I absorbed the wealth of rewards before me, a sense of disbelief washed over me.

It all felt too surreal at the moment, too fantastical to be true. And yet, here I stood as my

breaths came in hard exhales...

'The battle royal tomorrow won't be much of a problem now.'

With my newfound power, tomorrow's challenges seemed less daunting.

Most of my classmates boasted average C stats, but I knew I could more than compensate

with the knowledge and experience I possessed.

Dodging attacks would be child's play now, especially with the Tears of Chronos at my

disposal.

But still, it's a bummer I couldn't get to use this thing, all for the better I guess.... But what was with that sudden bright flash?

Slowly, I turned around, my senses on high alert as I realized the absence of the goblins that had been chasing me.

It was odd-defeating the boss didn't guarantee their immediate disappearance.

With the bonus experience depleted after reaching level 40, leveling up would become

significantly more challenging.

I had to tread carefully, considering where to allocate my stat points and which build to

pursue in the future.

That was why I was Intent on eliminating any remaining threats before the dungeon closed, I

needed all the exp I could get right now.

I scanned the area, only to find it littered with dismembered goblin bodies.

Confusion gnawed at me.

What was going on?

"Y-yay! We did it, right?"

'Huh...?'

The sudden sound of a warm yet emotionless voice jolted me from my thoughts.

Startled, I turned to see her standing beside me-Seo Gyeoul, one of the game's main

heroines.

Her red eyes, reminiscent of thick blood, met mine, and black hair that was rare for the people of this country, she looked aesthetically beautiful despite the weirdness if the situation... Awkwardly, she attempted to clap my hands in a high-five, raising her own in anticipation. 'What the hell is she doing here?'