Chapter 53 Not Today

Upon entering Elke's room, the two immediately faced an environment that was much more than just a bedroom.

As expected of a 60-square meter environment, there was not just a place to sleep but items and space for a complete leisure experience.

For example, there was a large bathroom in that place, which was not only spacious but also had a round bathtub that could accommodate more than one person at a time.

At the same time, every item of decoration in that place, from the paintings on the walls to the light fixtures, and even doorknobs, were all good quality and beautiful materials to look at.

Besides these details, there was a small area with a dining table and sofa to comfortably receive up to 5 people. Finally, there was the resting area, where a large double bed was well-positioned near a large window.

Looking at this place for a few moments, Lothur was surprised at the quality and size of this 'room.'

'And I thought the dormitory here would only offer a room like mine...' He smiled quietly, realizing how humble he was.

"This place looks nice, Elke."

Lothur approached that woman who was also getting to know this place and asked in a tone laden with hidden intentions. "How often do you intend to come here?"

"Uh?" She turned to him, not knowing how to answer that question. "I think every day during the intervals. Other than that, I don't think I'll be able to stay here much longer."

"Is that so?" He brought her closer to himself, understanding that it would not be easy for her to suddenly start sleeping in the academy. 'Well, it wouldn't be easy for me to do that either, so that's not a problem for the moment.'

"If that's the case, we must make the most of our time in this place, right?"

"Oh?" A genuine smile appeared on Elke's lips as she felt her body, little by little, melting in Lothur's arms.

After that, she placed one of her hands between his chest, feeling this man's muscles as she looked intensely at his lips. "I think you're right..."

She then took the initiative and bit Lothur's lower lip before continuing her play, kissing him passionately.

This time they were not in a public place, so Elke was several times more at ease, willing to do things she would not do with Lothur in other places.

On the other hand, by playing this game with Lothur for the last few days, she was slowly learning how to 'dance' with him, already taking the initiative and testing things on her mind.

"Mmmmm~"

The two kissed as they went back and forth through that place, sometimes bumping themselves against the furniture in their way, approaching the large double bed there.

While they were doing that, Lothur used his skillful hands to unbutton Elke's clothes, with his heart pulsing strongly due to the desire he felt now.

'Hehe, at this rate, I'll be able to solve this body's 'problem' in no time.' He laughed internally, thinking about how well things were developing with Elke.

However, this young man was still further away than he would have liked from this little goal of his.

"Lothur~"

"Lothur, don't..." Elke broke her kiss with him, finally stopping the shameless hands of this man who had already wholly unbuttoned the top of her clothes.

Lothur then opened his eyes and looked at the beauty in his arms, this redhead who had part of her black bra showing at the moment. At the same time, her well-defined abdomen could be seen through the crack of her half-unbuttoned shirt.

"What? I thought you were enjoying it." He said this in a low voice, continuing with other movements, quickly bringing his lips closer to her bare neck.

"Yes, I am, but we can't do that~" She tried to say that as she felt goosebumps all over her body, determined not to give herself away wholly today.

"At least not today..."

"Oh?" Lothur finally stopped his movements to look into her eyes. "All right, then. But what do you want to do?"

"Can you do what you did before?" Her cheeks turned even rosier as a strange sensation spread through her body.

"Right away, Miss..."

...

After some time, Lothur returned to his room in the Frost family estate.

After saying goodbye to Elke earlier, he went on with his business at the Morning Star Academy, having spent most of his time in the library in Sector-1. In addition, he had also continued his conversations regarding spiritual cultivation with Annaliese.

And this time, with no one to bother him, he returned home at the time he was supposed to. But then, he immediately headed for the servants' training place he had used before.

There, Lothur trained for about four hours straight before finishing his activities, getting something to eat in one of the cafeterias of this estate and returning to his room.

...

[Name: Lothur Ritter]

[Physique: what doesn't kill you makes you stronger]

[Bloodline: ****]

[Cultivation: level 3]

[STR: 5.7] [CON: 5.9] [DEX: 5.2] [AGI: 7.0]

[INT: 30] [PER: 11.5] [WIL: 41.4]

Looking at his status again, Lothur deeply sighed as he rested on his bed, understanding yet another of the characteristics of spiritual cultivation.

He had previously realized that technique training lost its effects over time. But by training his techniques longer, he gradually understood more about this.

From what he had already understood, a technique usually had its best result regarding attribute 'advancements' upon its first uses.

If a technique delivered 'x' attribute points for certain training intervals, the number of hours needed for 'x' to happen increased with time. For example, if at one point a cultivator needed 1 hour to get 'x,' then at some point the same 'x' would require 100 hours, or even more.

It became more difficult to continue getting physical benefits from training techniques as the cultivators' bodies naturally adapted to the new training conditions.

Something similar to what happened with muscle training in academies on Earth.

And knowing this, Lothur felt a little uneasy since it implied his advances would not continue as frequently. But on the other hand, he was full of doubts about the variables that might influence this.

He had only trained his techniques in everyday situations, in ordinary places, without using any external items, apart from his weapon, of course.

But already in possession of knowledge about spiritual cultivation, Lothur knew that there were unique places around this world, treasures or items with positive effects on their users.

So, he had not given up hope of improving his attributes by training!

But at the same time, as he realized this, he understood that comprehending a technique did not directly correlate with those positive effects on his physical attributes.

While the effects on his physical attributes were already beginning to decrease, his understanding of his techniques only increased!

'This probably relates to the improved condition of my body, something that has been allowing me to execute my techniques more perfectly...' He pondered on this, confident that a better command over his own body helped his training, which consequently could make his understanding easier.

"Sigh..."

"Anyway, I have to do some tests." He thought of Annaliese for a brief moment. "I have to think of ways to use my Physique more effectively."

'Perhaps I should accelerate my progress from Sector-1 to Sector-2? But I still have to complete several tasks before I can do that...'

Lothur was naturally thinking about this because the brats in Sector-1 would not be able to help him get stronger with fighting. So, there was no point in him asking for trouble with the youngsters in his sector.

However, he felt he needed to test his Physique. 'Maybe my Physique doesn't require me to be on the verge of death every time? Maybe just about some damage can generate benefits for me?'

"Hmm, I have to try to at least get some normal training with Anna. Maybe that will help me understand my Physique a little more!" He made up his mind, prepared to explore the possibilities in his path.