Survive the labyrinth with EX-grade traits

The result of gritting my teeth and enduring 14 days of hellish training was very sweet.

‘Status Window.’

[Ahren]

[Strength: D-] [Agility: D-] [Endurance: D-]
[Stamina: D-] [Mana: EX] [Luck: E+]

[Held Traits] (Collapse)

Chaos Eye
Dragon’s Heart
Weak Authority
One Language
Shabby Invisibility
Draconic Strength
Azure Lightning
Super Rookie
Evelyn-style – Explosive Sword Technique

After the sword technique training, I spent several days repeatedly charging at Evelyn, getting hit, and flying away.

With our levels matched, I dodged and blocked her attacks, and as a result, my agility and endurance increased by one level each.

When I told Evelyn that my stats had increased after the training, she rolled her eyes and said that it was too soon for D-rank.

…I had to spit blood to raise my stats this time.

The day after the training ended, I headed to Evelyn’s office after being called by her subordinate, Cain.

I knocked on the door and entered, seeing Evelyn choosing something.

“Master, you called me, didn’t you?”

She looked up from the items on the desk.

“Yes. You came at the right time. Now, go to the Adventurer’s Guild.”

Of course, it’s the right time to register at the guild, learn the basics, and enter the dungeon. But so soon?

“Do you mean I should leave right now?”

She nodded firmly.

“If you’re going to go anyway, it’s better to leave early. There’s no need to linger after the training is over, right?”

She said with a playful expression and asked me,

“Or do you want to spar with the Order’s members in the public training ground? If you want, I can add one more person, it’s no big deal for me.”

Have you gone crazy?

“I’ll go pack my bags right now. Then I’ll leave.”

“Hahaha! Just kidding. Wait a moment. Before you go, I have something for you.”

She picked up one of the items on the desk and threw it at me.

“Check the information right away.”

I looked at the object in my hand.

[Hyenax’s Earrings] (A)

A pair of earrings made by the Frost Lord Hyenax from his own body for his lover, the Fire Witch Helena.

Must be worn by a male and female as a pair.

• If the wearer is male, strong fire resistance is applied.
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• If the wearer is female, strong cold resistance is applied.
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• Telepathy between the wearers becomes possible.
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• The effect does not apply if they are too far apart.
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“Wow, can I really receive something like this?”

Evelyn nodded and said,

“It’s a reward for completing the training. Anyway, I don’t have anyone to share it with, so it’s useless to me. Take it. …What are you thinking? If you’re thinking about my subordinate, I’ll kill you.”

How did she know?

“If I wear this, I’ll have to stay with you like a companion, right? The same goes for the party. But I won’t stay with anyone weaker than me.”

She frowned.

“And most importantly, I don’t want to share this with a man weaker than me.”

I calmed her down and said I would gladly accept it.

“Oh, by the way. Before you go to the guild to register and receive education, visit the cathedral and meet Yeriel.”

The cathedral?

“She’s been staying with the Light Order priests lately. She also sleeps there.”

Now that I think about it, I haven’t seen Yeriel in 2 weeks due to the intense training.

“Why is Yeriel staying at the cathedral? Isn’t there a separate house for you and Yeriel near the Order?”

I vaguely remember hearing that the house was very close to the Order when I brought Hans here.

She said that since she was a deep-level adventurer and the captain of the Order, she often went into the dungeon for a long time or spent time at the Order, leaving Yeriel alone at home.

Evelyn spoke with delight.

“When did she grow up so much… If you’re going to stay in the same party with her, you can’t just leave her like this. She’s been training at the Order.”

Although I’ve never been to the dungeon with another priest, Yeriel seemed quite skilled for a low-level priest on her first dungeon trip.

She had healing, buffs, shields, and quick decision-making skills.

‘I’m impressed.’

[Chaos says that she’s the type of person you should keep as a companion.]

“I guess she thought you would quickly surpass her, so she wanted to train at the Order.”

Evelyn said and held out her fist to me.

“You! Aside from everything else, I’m saying this as her sister. No matter what happens, don’t make Yeriel cry.”

Thrust.

She then extended her index finger and said,

“If it’s not due to a lack of ability, don’t hurt her. Understand?”

I didn’t need to be told that.

“I will. I already owe her, and why would I hurt a kind and cute girl like Yeriel? Don’t worry.”

Evelyn smiled with satisfaction.

“Good. Hmm, I acted like I was seeing someone off who was going far away. Your room will be empty, so you can come back anytime. Take care.”

Evelyn made the atmosphere too sentimental.

I returned to my room, packed my bags, and left the Order’s main gate.

“Then I’ll really leave now! Don’t be too sad without me!”

Evelyn chuckled, and I left the Order’s building and headed towards the cathedral.

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I arrived at the cathedral after a steady walk.

There were quite a few people, even in the morning. Of course, there would be many visitors for trait confirmation, removal, and Order-related tasks.

I pushed through the crowd and approached a female priest who seemed less busy.

“Excuse me, but may I ask you something?”

“Can’t you see I’m working⋯! Oh my, what do you want to know?”

Wow. She changed her expression faster than a shape-shifting sword.

I was impressed and asked if she knew where Yeriel was, as I heard she had been staying at the Order lately.

“Oh, oh! You’re that Ahren that Yeriel often talked about? I’ll call Yeriel for you. Please wait a moment.”

“Thank you. You’re very kind.”

As soon as she heard my name, she seemed to have found an interesting piece of gossip, and with her excitement, she ran off somewhere.

I waited, looking at the people passing by.

‘Wow. There are beastmen, dwarves, and elves. It’s always surprising.’

Soon, I heard footsteps and Yeriel’s voice, which I hadn’t heard in 2 weeks.

“Is that really Ahren? Ahren! It’s been a long time!”

Oh, it’s Yeriel’s voice.

“I wanted to meet you, but my sister blocked me… I’ve been waiting to see you!”

‘What’s going on? Yeriel isn’t stuttering, and her voice is loud.’

For a moment, I was lost in thought when I turned around.

It wasn’t just her stuttering or voice.

Unlike her appearance in the dungeon, she stood tall and confident, no longer hunched over.

The plain blue robe she usually wore was replaced by a luxurious white and black outfit.

If you looked at her clothes for a moment, you’d wonder if it was a priest’s robe.

Isn’t her figure a bit… no, a lot exposed for a priest?

‘Yeriel has grown into a full-fledged adult…’

When she wore a baggy robe and had slumped shoulders, she looked like a fragile girl.

I was suddenly embarrassed by her changed appearance.

Anyway, Yeriel had changed a lot in the time I hadn’t seen her. I should acknowledge her transformation.

I opened the conversation with a compliment, trying not to show my surprise.

“Yeriel, you’ve changed a lot in a short time. I mean, everything has changed for the better.”

Yeriel smiled bashfully at the compliment.

“Yes! I also worked hard while you were training with my sister! I learned new spells and got new equipment!”

Yeriel fidgeted with her hands awkwardly.

“Well, my sister gave me the equipment… After hearing about my struggles, she insisted on giving me this and that.”

Of course, I would have done the same if I were Evelyn.

“I tried not to rely on my sister too much, but in the end, I received both equipment and money. Does that bother you, Ahren?”

What is she talking about? I’m just jealous.

“Yeriel, you’re doing great. It’s okay to rely on your family. That’s also your ability.”

I patted Yeriel’s shoulder.

“Don’t beat yourself up and belittle yourself for that. Your sister would rather see you smile and be happy with what she gave you, right?”

Yeriel nodded, with a faint smile.

“Yes! I’ll do my best! I want to grow so much that I’ll surprise my sister later. Ahren, will you help me?”

“Of course. You can rely on me when you’re having a hard time. And I think you’ve become even more handsome in these two weeks. You seem more confident.”

I said with a smile, and Yeriel blushed and covered her face.

“Yes… The Order sisters encouraged and helped me a lot. But the most helpful thing was when you held my hand and let me pour out my true feelings.”

Yeriel smiled and said thank you. She’s so cute.

“Oh, by the way, can you wear this earring I received from your sister? It’s a high-grade accessory, and we can wear it in pairs.”

Yeriel took the earring I gave her and whispered,

“Can I wear this earring with you, Ahren? What if others think we’re a couple?”

“Don’t worry. Just say no if they ask. Anyway, the effect only applies when we wear it in pairs, so don’t worry.”

Yeriel suddenly got angry.

“Ugh, Ahren, you’re an idiot! I didn’t mean it like that!”

She put on the earring and walked into the cathedral.

‘What… So, are you saying it’s okay if others think we’re a couple?’

We’ve only known each other for less than a month.

Moreover, we didn’t even see each other for two weeks during that time. We’re not that close, are we?

[Chaos clicks her tongue at the cheeky girl.]

Anyway, that’s not important. I need to quickly grab Yeriel and head to the Adventurer’s Guild.

“Wait, Yeriel!”

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So, I successfully met Yeriel at the cathedral and headed to the Adventurer’s Guild together.

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“Ahren, I don’t know why, but please hold on for a moment! For the sake of my face… okay?”

After experiencing various events in this world… I thought I had forgotten.

But I was wrong.

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“I’m sorry. This damn game… I was running and didn’t see you.”

“Hahaha, let’s go to the other world! Sexy girls, here we come!”

Yes, I was transported to this world, so of course, this bastard was also in the city.

-Grip.

I clenched my fist and thought.

What should I do with this guy?