Chapter 25：Goodbyes (1/2)

Arthur didn't feel the usual excitement, only a strong determination to advance for now. He opened his legacy and spent the point he got from leveling up on mana stats. In the blink of an eye, he has grown by so much.

[Scholar Guardian's Legacy]

[Level: 6 (11%)]

[Strength: 23]

[Agility: 26]

[Stamina: 14]

[Perception: 12]

[Mana: 8/8]

[Abilities: Beginner Runes Wordsmith (6%), Useable Runes: 7]

[Skills: Lesser-Mana Breathing Skill (F), Poison Strike (F), Camouflage (F)]

With the amount of mana that he had now, he could imprint all of the runes he had for a short amount of time. He now had the barrier rune, the detection rune, the absorb rune, the force rune, and the three enhancement runes including strength, agility, and stamina. Although they were all basic runes, Arthur felt their versatility. If he could learn every rune out there… Arthur imagined he could do whatever he wanted.

However, the artifacts were expensive. That's why even if Arthur could grow powerful by learning runes, he needed the money to study the artifact. Furthermore, he was also limited by his ability, although he hoped it would evolve after reaching 100 percent.

”It's time that I hunt for real.” Arthur held his sword as he left the cave. He didn't know what changed exactly, but he was now more eager to grow stronger.

***

”Thank you for your help!” Arthur thanked sincerely after Fey and Yuran returned. The two were confused at the sudden ominous gratitude. As they expected, Arthur continued. ”But this will be our farewell! I know the current me would only hinder you two. That's why I'll be hunting on my own from now on.”

”Arthur…” Yuran's voice trailed as he was about to try persuading him, but Arthur shook his head. As the former saw this, he smiled bitterly and nodded. ”Our meeting might have been short, but it was good to see you, Arthur. I'll never forget what you've done for me. I pray for your safety.” Yuran held his fist up and Arthur's fist-bumped him.

After saying goodbye to Fey as well, Arthur left the cave. He would have liked being protected, but he couldn't slow the two down. He knew they were fighting stronger monsters, maybe even aiming at the tower. Arthur couldn't leave this place yet, so they would have to wait for him. He didn't like being a dead weight, so he decided to venture out alone.

As he entered the forest, Arthur inhaled fresh air. Three runes appeared and two disappeared into his body. His agility and stamina were enhanced and Arthur held the detection rune in his hand as he felt the surrounding.