Chapter 555: Blasted System (1/2)

With his mind made up, Aiden turned towards the left, taking his time to scan as much of his surroundings as he could with the usage of his [Dark Sense] ability.

As the energy waves were sent out, a long and winding cavern tunnel was slowly revealed in front of him. Smaller side rooms, caves sometimes with one or multiple life signs whilst for most with no souls in them at all were drawn up by his system map.

Yet, like in some cases before, at some point the tunnels that spread out, slowly revealing the beginnings of what looked more like a maze, a labyrinth than anything else, his abilities were blocked.

From what seemed more like a start point that could potentially take him to a long exploration, he was forced to take it on whilst being kept in the dark.

Aiden frowned at this revelation, not sure if that would be the best course of action. On the other hand, the sight was actually quite puzzling as well. Why… or even better, how is it that such a cavern system, such a deathly maze was laid down just a bit further down this hall. What's the deal about it?

'Could it be that they made their base deliberately at a place like this and tunnel into the 'outside', knowing that when they would be eventually attacked by the High Priest's Temple Guardians, they would need an escape route?

If so, shouldn't he have some more knowledge about the place beyond? Why is it that even after absorbing the archbishop his knowledge was severely limited?

'[Aiden, you worry too much. The knowledge you absorbed was just a small part of the full memories you could attain. Still, your proficiency, your mastery over abilities are still fairly low, thus there are some losses during the process. If you want, you will need to increase your level with your skills.]' Enya's light voice sounded inside Aiden's head in the next moment, catching him off guard.

'Hmm? What do you mean? Which skills, and how much? I do have some points I can use, as I recall…' Aiden asked, quickly opening up his system's menu and bringing up his Status Screen.

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[Name: Aiden Vordragon

Race: Primal (Evolver)

Current Form: Draconic Skink (Clean - Tier 1+)

Level: 15

Condition: 100%

Resource: Soul Power (Level 2) : 1250 SP / 1250 SP

System Points: 18700 EXP

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Attributes:

Might: 40

Agility: 39

Spirit: 45

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