Supreme BeastTamer: I Can Copy and Upgrade Skills 10x!

The members of the Storm Reapers watched intently at what their squad leader was attempting, a gleam of expectation shining in their eyes.

They had been following him for a long time and could tell that he had found something intriguing.

At that moment, the ocean trembled.

Adrian's outstretched hand trembled slightly, the water beneath the ship bubbling violently. A deep rumble echoed from below, like the roar of a waking beast. Then...

BOOM!

A towering column of water erupted from the ocean, spiraling into the sky like a serpent uncoiling. The air turned thick with moisture as the sea itself heeded Adrian's call.

Swoosh!

A figure shot out from the depths, flipping midair before landing lightly on the deck—dripping wet. It was a young teenage girl in radiant white armor, which was soaked with water.

Drenched silver hair clung to her face, her bright violet eyes flickering with confusion. A few moments ago, she had been underneath the water. Her initial plan was to hold her breath for as long as she could and try to dive past the dozens of ships.

As an Awakened individual, it was within the realm of possibility. Their bodies were more powerful and robust, capable of accomplishing feats mundane humans could only dream of.

However, while she was underneath, an incredible force had ejected her from the water against her will. No matter how hard she struggled, it was futile—it was as if the water itself didn't want to let her through.

Akira's gaze swept through the surroundings and settled on the tall, handsome youth staring at her.

"Found you," Adrian said, lowering his hand.

So it's him, she thought. The expert... It's only someone like him who can pull off something as absurd as controlling the sea.

Akira tilted her head slightly, the confusion fading from her eyes, replaced by a much braver expression. "I didn't think I was so important."

Adrian didn't respond immediately, instead, his sharp gaze studied her for a moment. Then, a smirk tugged at the corner of his lips.

"Not what I was expecting," he mused.

The men behind him stiffened.

"A Valkyrie?" one of the Storm Reapers, an old man not part of Adrian's classmates, muttered. "What's she doing here?"

"I knew there was something suspicious about the runes on the ships. They looked too holy. So it turns out you're one of those flying, winged bitches," another one snickered.

Akira's gaze turned ice-cold at the degrading words.

"Tch. Cocky one," a man with a scarred jaw laughed mockingly. "Wow, is she going to bite our heads off now?"

Seeing the irritation on Akira's beautiful face, Adrian raised a hand, silencing his men. His eyes never left Akira.

"A lone traveler standing against the Storm Reapers in the middle of the sea…" His voice was calm, almost amused. "Bold. Or foolish."

Akira said nothing.

The tension slowly thickened in the air.

Adrian asked, "What brings you to our shores?"

Adrian was intelligent. Though his men were eager to fight, he was a much more level-headed individual. He was the smartest and calmest among the entire royal lineage. He was not arrogant like the nobles; on the contrary, he was confident, charismatic, and hardworking.

It was the reason he had amassed such a following and attained this position at such a young age. He was referred to as the number one prodigy in the entire Vermilion Kingdom.

Besides… Adrian narrowed his eyes. She's a Valkyrie, even though she's a low-level Awakened.

After a while, Akira's succulent lips parted, and words left her mouth.

"I seek someone, and I wish for no fight."

Adrian's eyes flickered with something unreadable. "Who do you seek?" His tone was calm but laced with curiosity. "Your kind is known for not associating with humans. What business does a Valkyrie have here?"

Akira hesitated for the briefest moment. Then, she answered.

"His name is Nox..."

"Never heard of him." Adrian shook his head.

So did the others. They had been in the Crimson Leviathan for years without returning to the capital. From time to time, they received rations and other supplies, and with the facilities available at their disposal, they rarely returned home—only to visit their families.

As such, none of them had learned about Nox, even though he was slightly popular among a particular group of people.

"Are you sure?" Akira furrowed her brows and started making hand gestures. "He's about this tall, handsome, dark eyes, he uses a dagger, and… he smells nice."

"Oi, are you trying to say we don't smell nice?" Someone snickered, an annoyed expression crossing his face.

"Guys, I think… I think we have a situation here." A woman licked the blade of her dagger, her eyes gleaming with mischief. "I think she left Valhalla to come search for the love of her life in the human domain."

"Hmmm… how did you just deduce all this from such a short interaction?"

"Yup, don't doubt a woman's instincts."

"The lady is right." Akira nodded her head.

Adrian studied her for a while before exhaling. "I'm sorry, miss, but you'll have to return to where you came from. We can't afford to allow you into our kingdom. For all we know, this story could be made up, and you could actually be a spy!"

As he said this, Adrian turned his back and continued. "As a gesture of goodwill, I'll let you leave unharmed. Take my advice—turn back while you still can."

He took a step forward, intending to leave, but Akira's voice rang out, sharp and unwavering.

"No."

Adrian paused mid-step. The air grew tense, his men shifting in place, sensing the change in atmosphere. Slowly, he turned back around.

Akira raised her hand, and with a flicker of radiant energy, a gleaming sword manifested in her grip. The blade shimmered with a golden glow, droplets of water evaporating instantly from its surface.

"You mistake me, mister." Akira's voice carried a resolute edge. "I wasn't asking for permission."

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