184 Chapter 183 (1/2)

Every single person had heard of Dragon Hearts and their power. However, only a few nations have dungeons where they could obtain those. Leon considered the idea of causing a few dungeon breaks to get them, but considering that he had thousands of them inside his magic box, that was a plan for the future. In any case, every soldier dreamed of someday eating them since they granted status bonuses, but they were expensive, and most countries who had, didn't sell them. Amanda was also one of those who thought that it would be awesome if she could eat a few... but she changed her mind when she saw the real thing.

”What an unsightly thing…” Amanda frowned.

”It is the core of a monster… it isn't supposed to be a masterpiece of a cook; it is supposed to keep them alive and working.” Leon explained. ”Anyway, it's relatively big, and it's ugly. However, it can be cooked, and it's delicious. So try not to be so pesky.”

It was the size of the human head, and since it was pure meat, it could easily be a regular meal of someone who has a big appetite. Most people would have a hard time eating something so big, but it was necessary to gain status bonuses.

”Leon, why the sudden interest in training?” Hector frowned.

”… What would happen if the dragons return to attack us again?” Leon asked.

”Many people would die…” Hector answered.

”How would you feel if you see hundreds of people dying in front of you in such a situation?” Leon asked again.

”… Powerless, I guess.” Hector answered.

”That is the kind of scenario I want to avoid,” Leon explained. ”We are more or less practicing everyday magic and our fighting styles against monsters, but I can't remember the last time I really struggled in a fight after I left the island. I learned a few tricks since then, but I don't think I grew all that much. Besides, skills and spells level up faster if you use them in real targets.”

Well, I know that…” Hector scratched the back of his head. ”But we are not even on the same level as Betty and Lennart are. I think you can find better sparring partners.”