Out Hunting

"Young one, yes." "Every sacred beast has the ability to speak with humans," Phoenix stated calmly.

Eugene knelt down once again and said.

Mr. Phoenix, I am honored to meet a sacred beast."

"Don't worry, young one, I'm not a god to worship. Up on your feet now. " The phoenix expressed. " But it's the first time I've seen a human who isn't violent, and you're the first person who hasn't expressed a desire to murder in years of people invading my territory."

"I won't kill you Mr. Phoenix, I just want to explore this dungeon and find some treasure that I can obtain.

"Sorry, young one," the phoenix responded, "I don't keep people's treasure nor do I keep one."

"Awww, Mr. Phoenix, it's all right."

"BUT, because you fed my daughter and did not hurt her, I will give you the most valuable gift this world has to offer."

"Are you serious, Mr. Phoenix?"

Eugene's joy is audible in his tone.

Phoenix's body becomes lighter and hotter all of a sudden, but the warmth it emanates to the surrounding area is soothing.

Her body ejected a bizarre object, which she subsequently presented to me.

"Is this the treasure that you will give me, Mr. Phoenix?"

"Yes, young one. It's the Tear of the fire god."

Eugene has never seen an object that emits such a large amount of mana before, so he is terrified, amazed, and excited all at the same time.

"That's the only thing I can give you, young one." The phoenix said, "You must guard it since it is a very special object in this world."

"Yes, Mr. Phoenix, I will cherish and protect it for the rest of my life," Eugene stated earnestly.

"Now. "Come on, Young One, you must be running late."

"Oh no, I completely forgot about it. My parents are going to kill me. Mr. Phoenix, I'm leaving now, and good-bye, little chicken. If fate allows, we'll see each other again soon."

"Go on now, young one. Well sure, see each other soon. The phoenix said while smiling.

I sent my parting message to the Phoenix and her hatchling, and now I must return home as soon as possible.

I'm walking to my house while holding the Fire God's Tear that the phoenix gave me. I'm trying to figure out what's within the item.

While traveling out of the woods, I haven't come across any animals or dangerous beasts.

I'm guessing that it has something to do with the mana that the Tear of the fire god releases.

I go to the butcher shop in town to sell the wolf meat I have because I still have time today.

"Greetings, Mister. This wolf meat is something I'd like to sell. What will the cost be? Eugene asks the Butcher a question.

"Let's have a look at your meat," the Butcher said.

The Butcher then examines the wolf flesh and the slices it contains.

"You brought in fresh meat; we could still sell it to the other customer, and the cuts are clean; did you cut this?" The butcher had inquired.

"Uhmm.. "No, sir, my father did it hehe," Eugene answered nervously.

"All right, youngster, for two silver coins, I'll get your meat; is that a good deal?"

"I guess it's a good deal, I'll sell it."

Eugene then sold the meat he had to the Butcher.

Eugene looked at the other stuff he had, the green crystal and the Wolf hide.

Maybe I won't sell this stuff because it might be useful if I craft something with it.

After all of that, I leave town and return to my house.

My mother and father were waiting for me outside the house when I returned home. I was initially concerned since I wasn't sure if I had done something incorrectly or if I had forgotten something crucial.

I'd best ask them in a respectful manner.

"Dad, Mom," I said. What exactly is going on?

My parents didn't say anything as they escorted me to the dining room table.

"What's going on?"

Eugene, on the other hand, is perplexed.

"We received a letter from your uncle indicating he will arrive in this town in three days to bring you up," Dad said.

"So get ready before you leave," Mom said.

"Has it really been three weeks, mum and dad?" " Eugene answered.

"Yes son. We are here right now to talk about what's gonna be your situation in the kingdom. "Dad remarked.

We stopped conversing after two hours and went to our own rooms.

When I awoke, I set out to find more wolves in order to obtain more materials and sell the flesh.

While I'm out walking in the woods. Last night, I remember my mother crying because I was leaving this village for the kingdom.

My Dad told me that I might be there for a lot of years because the farm is running low and it's better for me to find better opportunities in the kingdom.

My Dad also told me that it's better to work for myself than depending on my uncle because my uncle is not rich and only a merchant of fruits and vegetables.

And My Mom told me that if I can't live inside the kingdom, I can always return here in the town.

There was a lot that happened last night, but now it's time to focus on wolf hunting.

I went for a walk through the woods to get a feel for the landscape, and as I got closer to the waterfall, I noticed two wolves sipping water from the cascade's sides. I sneak behind the wolves, assuming I won't be seen, then prepare to use my Magic Blow skill to hit one wolf and then confront the other.

I then take my sword from my inventory, focus my mana on it, and slash the wolf vertically from top to bottom.

The second wolf became terrified and bolted. The wolf then glared fiercely at me, possibly because I had just slain his friend.

Because I'm familiar with how wolves attack. I prepared myself by using the side dash. I moved close to him and struck his side rib before killing him with my combination Piercing shot on his head.

[Notice]

You leveled up.

Just like that, I've figured out how to easily eliminate a Magical Wolf.

I take all of the wolves' loot and then relax in the waterfall.

I took a dip in the waterfall to take my mind off what was going on and to reclaim the mana I had lost because that attack required a lot of it.

"System"

[System]

Name: [Eugene Loxley]

Class: [Craftsman]

Level: [6]

Title: [Crafter]

HP: [100/100]

MP: [34/75]

Strength: [15]

Agility: [9]

Vitality: [2]

Intelligence: [15]

Remaining points: [10]

Now that I level up, I can spend some points.

My Agility can aid me in sneaking up on monsters, but I already have enough agility to sneak up on magical wolves, so I won't be wasting my points there. My strength is sufficient for the time being because it allows me to carry my weapon. Perhaps Intelligence once more?

Hmmm... I'm not sure, but my Intelligence is sufficient to slay two magical wolves. Perhaps I'll try something new and spend my points on Vitality.

"Please give me five points for Vitality."

[Notice]

Would you like to spend five points on Vitality?

[Yes/No]

"Yes"

[Notice]

Registering five points on Vitality

Woah, I feel more confident on my body, plus it adds more health to my Hp.

[System]

Name: [Eugene Loxley]

Class: [Craftsman]

Level: [6]

Title: [Crafter]

HP: [125/125]

MP: [46/75]

Strength: [15]

Agility: [9]

Vitality: [7]

Intelligence: [15]

Remaining points: [5]

Nice, I can now battle more effectively than before.

I'll grow stronger soon, and I'll be able to combat more deadly beasts.Eugene's face is Fierce and at the same time excited. He stood up at the waterfall and shouted. "I'll be stronger than I've ever been."

Then he understands how far he's come since his previous life.

I won't be the same shy and cowardly person I used to be. This time, I swear to myself, I'll make this life worthwhile.