27 Encampmen (1/2)
Isamu begins telling Gray of the short version of the story of how he became a Champion.
”Now where shall I start?” Isamu assumes a contemplating look, pondering on how he is going to initiate his story. ”During my youth, I was taken in by the Warrior's Guild as they trained me in the finer combat arts and techniques but I was not exactly a member yet, merely a trainee, a Runt as what they call it. It was only a year ago when I officially become a member of the Guild, the same day when I reached level 10, the moment where I get to unveil the path that I'm going to take as I start my journey to greatness, hehe. Anyways, my colleagues in the guild suggest that I should take a Rogue Class, fitting for my Race and high Dexterity. Of course, I disregarded their advice, for all my life, I've been waiting for this very moment, and I know exactly in the bottom of my heart at what Class I'm going to choose, the Class that I truly want.”
”The , right?” Gray states with a smile.
”Hehe, yes.” Isamu nods with complete enthusiasm. ”Going back when I was a Runt, our superiors would sometimes demonstrate their combat prowess as a valuable lesson to the whole guild by sparring in the training hall. Of course, the Guild Master, a Class Warrior like me, also joins in the fight. Sometimes, spars are made into team fights, a 4 versus 4 battle. During one fight, I was deeply in awe by the Guild Master's display of combat prowess, inspiring allies and demoralizing foes at the same time. As I witness his brilliant execution of movements and skills, I knew at that very day that I want to be someone like him, someone who can lead as well as strike fear into the heart of his enemies. Thus, beginning my path as a .”
As Isamu finally finishes his tale, Gray merely smiles at the Cat-folk and appreciates for being open with him.
”It's a nice story.” Gray compliments Isamu. ”You must really admire the Guild Master huh.”
”Yes.” Isamu agrees with the Elf's statement. ”I always wanted to go on an adventure, carving a legacy of my own as the people will remember me for my deeds.”
”With that attitude?” Gray grins. ”I'm sure you will.”
”I appreciate it.” Isamu gave a grateful look. ”I thank you, my friend.”
As Isamu's side of the story has finally concluded, both of them notice that it is getting pretty late. As such, they decided that it would be best to get a good night's sleep to replenish themselves in preparation for tomorrow's task.
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Dawn befalls the land as the beauty of the sunrise greeted the pair first thing in the morning.
Opening their eyes, they were also notified by the System of granting them the Buff.
For their breakfast, Gray procures 2 pieces of Rabbit Meat from his Inventory and roasted the meat on the fire. After cooking, Gray's eyes widen as a system notification materializes once more.
ITEM RECEIVED: X2
- A simple cooked meal from a Rabbit's flesh. Increases Stamina by 20 points for 4 hours.
PROFESSION UNLOCK:
(Lvl 1, 1.84%) - The art of preparing food for consumption. Throughout Silverhart, there are ingredients to be collected and different dishes to be tasted. Do you have what it takes to be a culinary legend that will shake the very foundations of the Gourmet world?
Note: Professions have a max level of 10, Unlike Skills, there are no level limitations strictly impose. Each level has its perks and restrictions on them. However, to progress a level, you must successfully create a specific item related to the Profession that will be assigned by the System.
'Ehehe, so even Cooking in this game has a System of its own?' Gray sweatdrops, chuckling sheepishly. 'I guess I better be on the lookout for ingredients too. It wouldn't hurt to improve such useful skill.'
As the pair finished eating the Roasted Rabbit Meat, they secured the campsite and proceeded to make their way to the location of the Bandit Encampment.
After about 6 hours of trekking the valley, the pair halted as they finally arrived at a forest which is also a spot nearby the marker that was provided by the Bandit.
The surrounding vicinity indeed is filled with trees, a perfect place if one wishes to have their hideout situated around these parts.
”It appears we are near the Encampment,” Isamu says in a low voice. ”Even if I don't detect Bandits nearby with my scent, we should still tread lightly.”
Gray nods in understanding, remembering that the Cat-folk also has the racial ability of , granting them the skill of detecting nearby friends or enemies.
Both of them now felt alarmed and are on the lookout all over their surroundings.
With quiet footsteps, they didn't encounter anything out of the ordinary so far, proceeding ahead with utmost caution towards the direction of the marker as they navigate themselves into the forest.