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Chapter 4: Chapter 4: Experimentation

Aria nudged Ethan's shoulder playfully, a mischievous glint in her eyes.

"Ethan, what are you doing? You can't just touch a lady like that. It's very impolite," she teased, her voice light with amusement.

Ethan blinked, caught off guard by her reaction. "Oh! I, uh..." His mouth fell open in bewilderment, struggling to process her unexpected response.

Aria chuckled softly, seeing his flustered state. "Relax, I'm just teasing you," she said, her smile warm and reassuring.

Ethan quickly withdrew his hand, feeling a rush of embarrassment. "Ah, sorry! I didn't mean to..." he stammered, cheeks flushed. He wasn't sure if the women here were so conservative or if it was just a matter of formality.

Aunt Greta, the innkeeper, who had been watching their exchange with a bemused expression, interrupted before he could dig himself deeper.

"Well, well, looks like we have a lively one here," she remarked with a chuckle, her voice filled with affectionate amusement. "Aria dear, we do have a room available, but it's quite small. Can your friend manage in there, or should I suggest another inn?"

Ethan breathed a sigh of relief at the prospect of a room. "I'll manage, Aunt Greta. Please, I'm really tired," he replied eagerly, eager to rest after their long journey.

Aria nodded in agreement. "He's had a long day. I'm sure he'll be fine," she reassured Aunt Greta, casting Ethan a sympathetic glance.

As Aunt Greta retrieved the room key from a nearby drawer, she offered him a playful warning. "Alright then, young man. Just remember, don't complain later that I didn't warn you about the cramped quarters."

"I won't, Aunt Greta. Thank you," Ethan said gratefully, accepting the key with a tired smile.

"Alright, Ethan, I'll come by tomorrow to pick you up. Goodbye!"

"Oh, thanks, Aria, for your help. I am really grateful."

Aria just shrugged before leaving.

After bidding Aunt Greta goodbye and ascending the creaky staircase to his room, Ethan couldn't help but reflect on the day's events. The city of Arcadia was bustling with life and mystery, and Aria had been a comforting guide throughout. Despite his initial awkwardness, he was grateful for her companionship and insight into this new world.

Collapsing onto the small, neatly made bed in his room, Ethan closed his eyes and let out a long sigh of relief. The day had been filled with surprises and challenges, but he was determined to make the most of his second chance in Araknis.

Tomorrow, he would register as a hunter with Aria's help and begin his journey through this wonderful world filled with mystical possibilities.

He was truly grateful for Aria's help. If she hadn't been around, he would have been lost in that forest, prey to the ferocious beasts there.

"Status," he commanded in his mind to see if anything had changed in his stats.

Name: Aengus Degaro (Ethan Smith)

Occupation: None

Race: Human

Level: 0

Class: None

Age: 18

Strength: 9

Agility: 7

Defense: 8

Mana:100

Unique Skills:

- Basic: Appraisal

- Mythic: Skill Absorption

- Ultimate: Universal Synthesis

Just as he guessed, nothing had changed. He hadn't done anything, after all.

He checked the detailed information of his skills.

Appraisal: A basic skill that provides basic information on the target. It's still a very useful ability, especially for navigating unfamiliar places.

Skill Absorption: Allows the user to absorb others' skills after weakening them.

Note: Skills cannot be absorbed from beings that are 5 levels or more higher than yourself. However, this limit can be extended as proficiency increases, and various unknown factors may influence this restriction.

It was a good skill for gaining more skills quickly, but was limited by level restrictions. But, it had the potential to grow up at least.

Universal Synthesis: This unique ultimate skill allows the user to merge two or more types of matter, energies, or any form of data, including their quintessential forms, to create an evolved version with unique characteristics and effects. The result is often a new entity or force that exhibits enhanced capabilities, unparalleled power, and diverse applications, making the wielder of this skill a master of transformation and creation.

Note: It costs a lot of Mana. The higher the task, the more Mana it requires to cast the skill.

It was a hidden gem among the skills he had seen. Although it fell into the category of unique skills, it was much more powerful than that. The phrase "Unique Ultimate" really fit it well. That means only he possessed this powerful skill.

"Ah, I really want to try it on something. To see if it works as it says."

But, the room was completely empty, aside from the bed and a dining table.

Oh, there were a few spoons on the table. He could use this ability on them.

Appraisal:

Silver Spoon x2

Metal Grade: E

Durability: 12

He casually picked up two silver spoons and checked their status to note the changes after the synthesis.

"Synthesis," he commanded calmly, raising his palm over the spoons to activate the skill.

In an instant, his palm began to glow with a white light and enveloped the spoons.

"Ding! Your Synthesis was successful."

"That's it? The process was already complete before he could even blink for a second."

However, the synthesized spoon looked a little bigger and sturdier.

He quickly checked the stats using Appraisal.

Appraisal:

Silver Spoon (Sentient)

Metal Grade: D

Durability: 30

"Whoa!" he exclaimed in wonder.

Its metal grade had risen to D, and its durability had increased significantly.

However, most importantly, it had become a sentient object. This meant it was now aware of its existence in the world, though not capable of communication, just like trees.

"Knock! Knock!"

Just as he was about to fall asleep, a sudden knock jolted him back from his reverie.

"Who is it?" he asked, alerted.

"Mr. Ethan, I have brought your dinner."

"Oh, okay, coming."

A little girl, around seven or eight years old, stood outside carrying a tray of food.

The little girl entered the room with the tray in hand, just like a young adult.

"What's your name, little girl?"

The little girl blinked. "Oh, my name is Emily, Mr. Ethan. Do you need something else?"

"Ah, no. I was just asking casually. You can call me Ethan, by the way."

Emily simply nodded and quickly left the room.

"Did she get scared or something?" he chuckled, amused.

Afterward, he finished his dinner and fell into a deep slumber like a sloth.


Chapter 5: Chapter 5: Fire Toad's Den

The morning sun filtered through the small window, waking Ethan from a deep sleep. He stretched, feeling the soreness from yesterday's journey. The room was cramped, but it had served its purpose. He washed up quickly and headed downstairs.

Aunt Greta greeted him with a warm smile. "Good morning, Ethan. Did you sleep well?"

"Yes, thank you, Aunt Greta," he replied. "Where can I find breakfast?"

"Right here," she said, pointing to a table laden with bread, cheese, and fruit. "Help yourself."

Ethan filled a plate and sat down to eat, savoring the simple yet delicious meal. As he ate, he thought about his plans for the day. He needed to register as a hunter and start learning more about this world.

Just as he finished his meal, Aria walked in.

"Good morning, Ethan," she said cheerfully. "Ready for our adventure?"

"Good morning, Aria. Yes, I'm ready," he said, standing up and grabbing a simple cloth bag from the Inn. Aunt Greta handed him with a smile.

They left the inn and walked through the bustling streets of Arcadia. The city was alive with activity, vendors shouting about their goods and people hurrying to their destinations. It was a vibrant, colorful place, unlike anything Ethan had ever seen.

Aria led him to a large building with a sign that read "Hunter's Guild." They entered, and Ethan was immediately struck by the sheer number of people inside. Hunters of all shapes and sizes were gathered, talking, laughing, and preparing for their missions.

The language was entirely different from earth but he could understand it clearly as it was engraved in his mind.

Aria guided Ethan to the registration desk, where a stern-looking woman sat behind a counter. "Hey, Melinda, this is Ethan," she said. "He's here to register as a hunter."

The woman named Melinda's eyes softened when she saw who was speaking.

"Is he a newbie, Aria?" Melinda asked, scrutinizing Ethan.

"Yes, he is my new friend. Can you help?"

"Is that so?"

Ethan stepped forward, revealing a small smile. "Hello, nice to meet you, Miss Melinda. I am Ethan Smith."

She also smiled back. "Oh, nice to meet you too. What a polite kid! Just like you, Aria."

"So, if you're a newbie, then you have to fill out this form," she said calmly. "Name, age, skills, level, etcetera, etcetera."

Ethan took the form, filled it with his details, and handed it back to her.

"Alright, your Hunter ID will be ready in a few minutes, then you can choose a F-class skill for free," Melinda replied curtly.

As they waited, Aria explained more about the guild. "Hunters take on various missions, from gathering resources to slaying monsters. It's a dangerous job, but it's also rewarding. You'll earn money, gain experience, and can even find rare items. Moreover, they are granted access to the dungeon for a fee as well."

It was really convenient.

A few minutes later, Melinda handed Ethan a small badge. "This is your Hunter badge," she said. "Take good care of it."

"And you can choose one skill from these skills as per your liking."

She displayed a few glowing books on the table.

"Fireball."

"Wolf Instinct."

"Tiger's Claw."

"Speed Boost."

"Body Fortification Basic."

"Swift Sword Strike."

Ethan was amazed at the sight. Those glowing skill books were really tempting. But he could only choose one of them. Why is it always like this?

He read the description and picked Swift Sword Strike from those.

From the description, it seemed best for newbies. Fireball was a good skill, but it had no defense properties. While with Swift Sword Strike, he could attack and defend at the same time. Wolf Instinct was useless as it had no attack property.

"Good choice, Ethan. It is the best choice for you," Aria encouraged him from behind. So, it was final.

[Ding! ]

[ Congratulations! You have acquired a new skill: Swift Sword Strike.]

Instantly, some basic info about sword flowed through his brain as if he had been trained in it beforehand.

After the registration process, they went to a blacksmith's shop to buy a sword for Ethan.

He had no money, so he had to ask Aria for help again.

Aria lent it to him with no objection. To her, 10 silver coins were just like chump change.

[Appraisal ]

[ Iron Sword ]

[ Metal Grade: F ]

[ Attack Power: 3 ]

[ Durability: 10 ]

Ethan bought a regular iron sword worth 10 silver coins, which was a lot. So, he reminded himself that he had to return the money to Aria someday.

"So, what do you plan to do next, Ethan?" Aria asked as they left the blacksmith shop.

Ethan looked around the market as he replied, "I want to go to the dungeon." He wasn't completely sure though. He was a little scared, thinking about what might happen to him. He didn't want to die again, so he was hoping for Aria's help.

"Huh?" Aria looked surprised. "Dungeon, right off the bat? Won't it be dangerous?" She looked worried.

"Alright, Ethan, I will go with you, but only for today. What about that?" Aria decided to help him at last.

Ethan couldn't be happier. If she came with him, he would be at ease.

"Okay, thank you, Aria. Let's go," he urged, looking at the sun, which was about to set in a few hours.

From there, guided by Aria, they headed to an F-class dungeon called 'Fire Toad's Den.' The perfect place for newbies.

The journey to the dungeon was filled with the sights and sounds of the city gradually giving way to more rugged, natural surroundings. The bustling streets turned into quieter paths lined with trees, and the air grew fresher. Ethan felt a mix of excitement and nervousness.

When they arrived at the entrance of the Fire Toad's Den, he could feel a strange, ominous energy emanating from within. The entrance was a dark, gaping hole in the ground, surrounded by rocks and vegetation.

"This is it," Aria said, her tone serious. "Remember, stay close to me and follow my lead. The Fire Toads are dangerous but manageable for beginners. Just be cautious."

Ethan nodded, gripping the hilt of his new sword tightly. "Got it. Let's do this."

They entered the dungeon, and the temperature immediately rose. The walls were damp and covered in moss, and the air was thick with humidity. The only light came from the glowing crystals embedded in the walls, casting an eerie, flickering glow.

As they ventured deeper, the sound of dripping water echoed around them, and Ethan could hear the distant croaking of the Fire Toads. Aria led the way, her movements confident and sure.

"Keep an eye out for any signs of danger," she whispered. "The Fire Toads can be sneaky sometimes."

Ethan nodded, scanning the surroundings nervously. Suddenly, a loud croak echoed through the tunnel, and a large, fiery-red Toad leaped out from the shadows, its eyes glowing menacingly.

"Get ready, Ethan!" Aria shouted, drawing her weapon.

Ethan took a deep breath and raised his sword, trying to steady his trembling hands. The Fire Toad lunged at them, its mouth open wide, revealing sharp teeth and a glowing, fiery tongue. It was about three feet tall, definitely bigger than average toads.

Aria moved swiftly, dodging the Toad's attack and striking back with her weapon. "Aim for its eyes, Ethan! They're its weak spot! Quick! Don't let it spit fire on you," she warned.

Ethan nodded and lunged forward, swinging his sword with all his might.

"Swift Sword Strike."

The blade connected with the Toad's eye, and it let out a screech of pain, thrashing wildly.

"Huff!" Ethan let out a sigh of relief at the sight. "I can do this." He cheered himself before continuing his strikes.

"Good job, Ethan! Keep it up!" Aria encouraged, remaining standby. She was here just to protect him, so she wouldn't interfere unless he was in some kind of danger.

With a few more well-placed strikes, the Fire Toad collapsed, its body dissolving into a pile of ash and embers.

"Nice work, Ethan," Aria said with a smile. "You're doing great."

Ethan smiled, feeling a rush of exhilaration. "Haha, Thanks, Aria. That was tough, but I managed."

They continued deeper into the dungeon, encountering more Fire Toads along the way. Each battle was a challenge, but with Aria's guidance, Ethan grew more confident and skilled.


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