Chapter 39: CrimsonWolf

The wolf’s ability propels him like a rocket, and I barely handle to assault him as he passes by me. Whereas bracing myself and strengthening with mana, I ram into his aspect with my shoulder first, utilizing sufficient drive to push him to the aspect simply in time to offer Tess a possibility to reposition.

She strikes additional again, and a number of other spears begin floating round her, prepared for her to seize and throw.

I’m as soon as once more pushed away by the monster’s ability, and he dashes at her once more.

Instantly, three spears come flying at him. Whereas shifting extremely quick, he geese below one, dodges the second, and prompts his ability once more to push away the third spear.

A lightweight flashes on its enamel, and it opens its terrifying maw and propels himself once more with a mud cloud trailing behind him.

Tess holds her place up till the final second, and when he’s about to achieve her, she prompts her [Psychokinesis] at full drive.

For a second, two comparable abilities conflict, making a shockwave that hits me and causes the bushes to creak below strain as if a robust wind is hitting them. The bottom beneath them cracks, and mud comes flying away from the place the place their abilities met.

The woman’s face is targeted, and he or she provides it her all, and her mana shines superbly in my [Mana Perception], however ultimately, she is thrown away by the Crimsonwolf’s ability.

However I’m there proper after, with my sword again in hand and the blade coated in wildly oscillating mana.

My assault is about to hit the monster when it will get stopped, after which, as I’m unable to carry it, the sword flies away from my hand with an insane push from the wolf.

Not losing a second after shedding the sword, I dodge below the monster’s chew and stab on the wolf with my fingers whereas utilizing [Oscillation].

Once more, a robust push of mana throws me away, however this time I miss the tree and simply roll on the bottom to scale back the affect.

I hear a roar, and after I lookup, there’s a spear protruding from the wolf’s left hind leg.

Instantly, I rush again on the wolf whereas retaining my physique as little as potential whereas nonetheless with the ability to run quick.

My coronary heart pumps like loopy and sends wave after wave of mana by my physique. I instantly take it and ship it by my muscle groups.

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My physique begins heating up, and I bounce to the aspect, feeling one thing with my [Mana Perception].

The drive of the wolf’s assault barely misses me and makes me stagger a bit, however I shortly regain my stability and proceed.

The monster’s eyes keep glued to me. They’re nonetheless calm, wild, and harmful.

One other spear flies at him, however he deflects it with out even turning round after which propels himself in direction of me together with his mouth extensive open.

I duck and roll below the wolf, and behind me, I hear the terrifying noise of its mouth shutting down.

As I move below the monster, I put extra mana into my finger and make a deep wound on his stomach with [Oscillation].

My physique feels so scorching. I really feel my Mana Circuit working in overdrive. It is as if the blood is boiling in my veins, and I really feel as if I’m about to lose management of my mana.

So, I [Focus] extra.

[Focus Lvl 4 > Focus Lvl 5]

Whereas letting out a scary noise, a spear passes by me, and the wolf dodges it whereas turning again to me.

Even wounded, he nonetheless seems composed and costs at me once more with none hesitation.

She shakes her head.

“It felt totally different from mine. He was a lot stronger, however he might solely push.”

I see. Nicely, it isn’t prefer it issues that a lot now.

Tess says what I am pondering.

“I believe the monsters with names comparable to Cinderbear or Crimsonwolf are far more harmful than only a regular wolf or bear.”

And I agree along with her. Let’s be a bit extra cautious, even when the monster is at a decrease stage.

Hmm, what now? I actually do not feel like skinning the wolf.

The considered skinning its corpse feels… not good.

Positive, I can do it, however I will not if I haven’t got to.

Let’s depart it.

We do not lack animal hides proper now, and the meat of wolves does not style that good.

“Did you stage up?” As we unanimously begin strolling again to camp, I ask Tess, and the reply is only a quick nod.

Now I’m curious.

Not solely about what she is going to choose but additionally in regards to the traits themselves. Simply the outline of the trait could be a trace as to what ought to be potential to do with mana. So we each impatiently rush again, and after consuming some water and consuming some meals, we go into the nook of the cave, and Tess tells me about her traits.

Not like me, she received provided solely seven traits:

Mana-Infused Musculature (Passive)

The consumer’s muscle groups are imbued with mana, offering them with elevated power and endurance. This trait allows them to carry out feats of bodily prowess past the capabilities of odd people.

Accelerated Restoration (Passive)

The consumer’s physique is ready to get better from accidents and fatigue extra shortly than regular, because of an infusion of mana that accelerates their pure therapeutic processes. This trait permits them to take care of peak efficiency throughout prolonged intervals of bodily exertion.

Farsight-Enhanced Reflexes (Passive)

The consumer’s farsight potential is built-in with their reflexes, enabling them to reply to threats and react to modifications of their setting with distinctive pace and precision. This trait grants them a big benefit in each offensive and defensive conditions.

Psychic Shielding (Passive)

The consumer’s psychic talents generate a protecting aura that shields them from psychological assaults and psychic intrusions. This trait grants them elevated resistance to mind-altering results and enhanced psychological fortitude.

Kinetic Absorption (Passive)

The consumer’s physique is ready to take in and retailer kinetic vitality from impacts, permitting them to scale back the harm taken from bodily assaults. This saved vitality might be launched in a burst, enhancing their very own assaults or actions.

Mana-Enhanced Agility (Passive)

The consumer’s agility and dexterity are amplified by their connection to mana, permitting them to carry out acrobatic feats and evade assaults with ease. This trait improves their general mobility and responsiveness in fight.

Psychic Focus (Passive)

The consumer’s potential to pay attention and keep their psychic powers is considerably improved, permitting them to make the most of their talents extra successfully and effectively. This trait enhances their general management and precision when utilizing psychokinetic powers.

Ultimately, Tess decides on Psychic Focus and I depart her so she will recover from the ache of buying the trait on her personal.