章 38: To a Fruitful Collaboration

[You have slain 12 Swamp Lizardman Warriors, gaining 840 XP]

[Current XP: 1340/1600]

John sheathed his poisoned dagger and returned to the Awakeners' pre-battle preparation area. Contrary to what one might expect, there were no cheers or applause awaiting him. Upon seeing John approach, aside from a few individuals, the majority of the Awakeners stepped back.

Though he had been hunting monsters, the methods John had displayed were simply too terrifying, instilling a sense of wariness in them. They feared that merely passing by John might inadvertently bring them harm.

The gruesome demise of those lizardmen made them think that even hell couldn't be much worse.

However, John was unfazed by everyone's reaction. His goal was to become the strongest Awakener, not to be idolized by people.