The day of the test arrived, and anticipation fueled my every move. Sharpening my newfound skills in demonic arts the night before had filled me with newfound confidence. The morning sun heralded the beginning of my preparations, starting with a quick shower and a fresh change of clothes. My first training session awaited me – a speed practice with the extraordinary archer, Mr. Chim.
Mr. Chim, stationed above our house, unleashed a relentless barrage of arrows, each aimed at my waist. Dodging them became a dance, a dance that would determine my readiness for the challenges ahead. With Mrs. Elir standing by as a healer, my fear was replaced with determination.
Shifting positions, Mr. Chim relocated to a tree near the garden, reducing the distance and intensifying the speed and accuracy of his arrows. The second barrage came, arrows launched one by one, leaving me with a mere second to react. The arrows targeted my legs first, demanding swift movements, and then shifted to my chest. In the midst of this onslaught, one arrow aimed for my eye. A reflexive dodge saved me, but something changed.
My vision expanded, details sharpened, and a newfound accuracy emerged. It was as if time itself had slowed, granting me an extraordinary perception of my surroundings. With this enhanced power, I gracefully dodged every arrow aimed at me. Mr. Chim, impressed, applauded my newfound abilities.
After a celebratory lunch with the Elir family, it was time to leave for the capital city of Eldoria and face the impending test.
Upon reaching the testing facility in the evening, the anticipation grew. Accompanied by Mr. Elir, I approached the receptionist, who guided us to the testing facility. Inside, three other kids awaited their fate.
The assigner ushered me forward, announcing, "Sir Azil Vale, please make your way here for your test." Stepping into the test room, the assigner explained the rules.
The test involved facing monsters of various ranks. Defeating a monster determined the hunter's rank:
- Speared Goblins (F Rank)
- Lower Org (E Rank)
- Higher Org (D Rank)
- Flame Dancers (C Rank)
- Ice Beasts (B Rank)
- Ghost Kings (A Rank)
- Celestial Serpent (AE Rank)
- King of the Serpents (S Rank)
The first adversary, a Speared Goblin, appeared. Its swiftness posed a challenge, but with a combination of demonic arts and martial skills, I swiftly defeated it. The assigner signaled the next monster – the Lower Org.
This creature wielded an iron mace and charged at me with a series of attacks. Dodging with ease, I reinforced my hand with demonic energy and delivered a powerful punch, ending the battle swiftly.
The Higher Org, known for its enhanced attributes, met a similar fate. A display of demonic energy-fueled agility allowed me to defeat it effortlessly. The crowd and even the assigner were astonished, witnessing a feat beyond the capabilities of an S-rank player.
Next in line were the Flame Dancers, proficient in fire magic. Dodging their fiery onslaught, I realized the need for a different approach. Drawing upon the elemental skills taught by my foster parents, I unleashed ice magic to counter the flames.
As the final embers of the fiery battle subsided, I stood ready for the next challenge, marking the beginning of a journey that promised unforeseen trials and triumphs.
End of Chapter 5
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