Chapter 246: Startling Changes

Chapter 246: Startling Changes



If it weren't for the ancient troll fang's disappearance and the subtle fluctuation in the other party's aura, Rayen would not have been able to sense them.

Clearly, the other party was very skilled in concealing their tracks.

"Such keen perception, Lord Rayen. I'm sorry for the intrusion." A soft, feminine voice sounded from outside the door.

Rayen glanced at the fangs that had already been reduced to dust and couldn't help but find it amusing. He thought, "What's the point of meeting now? Even if I wanted to give it to you, I can't give you the fangs anymore."

However, he decided to hear them out and see what they were after.

"Enter!" Rayen commanded.

"Hmm? What's going on? Even the griffins are out in full force." Rayen's face showed confusion.

The new prompt information quietly arrived:

At the same time, two new prompt messages appeared: Host gains the buff effect [Horse Endurance], increasing Constitution by 1 point.

Before coming, he had examined the injuries on the native's body and knew that the young Lord Rayen before him was not an ordinary person. Moreover, the sensitive identity of the other party made things more troublesome.

When he focused his attention on the core skill 'Beast Vigor', three pet portraits quickly appeared in his mind.

"Or is the Akson Auction House challenging this imperial convention? Perhaps I should spread this matter within the Swordsman Branch."

Hamish stared at Rayen's emotionless eyes, taken aback. "Hmm? Could he be telling the truth? But that's impossible!"

Then, Rayen took the initiative to empty the contents of his waist pouch.

As Rayen was usually dedicated to cultivation, he didn't place much importance on external conditions, and the girls were aware of this.

Jenny was speechless at her best friend. "Is that a question?"

"Look at the blood floating up."

"Your Excellency, the bone staff has been placed."

Host gains the buff effect [Dog Agility], increasing Agility by 3 points.

"There might be unexpected buff effects."

He wasn't sure if the skill effects were as he had imagined.

"And he's a senior knight. Judging by his attire, he should be the town's sheriff. With you, the entire town is almost complete."

However, this reward could only be claimed after the completion of the temporary assignment.

The effect of [Dog Agility] disappeared.

After seeing Hamish off, Rayen pondered silently.

"I really don't have the fangs. If you don't believe me, you can check." Rayen spread his hands.

A new system prompt appeared:

For several days in a row.

"I'll borrow both books."

But when he rushed out of the administrative hall with a team of elite night watchmen, he saw the sky above Flashgold Town shrouded in a faint, eerie blood-colored mist.

During dessert.

Could it be that they thought this house was too shabby? It shouldn't be the case.

"But it's still unclear if there are other types of trolls."

"This..." Hamish was at a loss for words.

Comparing the three different buff effects, Rayen nodded to himself, thinking that it should be as he had guessed.

After a few minutes, a familiar roar echoed.

If it weren't for the stupidity of the caravan master Assani and his men, who thought they had reached Minster and relaxed their guard, allowing this native to escape, there wouldn't be so much trouble!

A few minutes later.

"Help me look up information about trolls, or ancient trolls." Rayen said as he handed over his bronze emblem to the other party.

"The Dragon Empire doesn't have the energy for this."

The short dagger at the other party's waist seemed to indicate that he was an assassin.

"Impressive!"

"Since both books are transcribed from ancient records in the imperial library, according to regulations, you can only read them within the Swordsman Branch and must return them within a month." The girl said apologetically.

Unfortunately, there was no opportunity to use the other two skills of the Beast Priest (Legendary).

"Hmph! The Dragon Empire thinks that by eliminating one of our heretical branches, they can intimidate the Black Flame Church. How foolish!"

"Okay, Your Excellency, the total price for borrowing the books is 2 merit points."

Rayen followed the routine, spending his time in the liberal arts courses and the rapid room, leading a life that revolved around these two places.

"Could this buff effect be linked to the pet's strength? Since the black horse hasn't reached the level of a feral beast, it can only provide a minor boost to my strength?"

This also meant that Rayen would soon be able to accept silver-level tasks.

"It's a pity that I don't have any new skill points, otherwise, I could try the effect of 'Beast Vigor' at level 2 and see if it's possible to maintain two buff effects."

"I found two ancient books related to trolls, 'The Evolution of the Ogre' and 'The Ancient Chapter of the Ogre'."

Host gains the buff effect [Falcon Strength], increasing Strength by 2 points.

Wanting the fangs? Rayen thought there was nothing he could do.

"Yes, Your Excellency Fabien. I'm sorry." Hamish nodded.

The fangs were long, white, and easy to find.

Name: Rayen Kalan

"Some remote areas of the empire, even beyond its borders, still have remnants of ancient troll clans."

"How is it possible for someone to be praying at this late hour?" Hamilton frowned, deep in thought. His expression changed suddenly.

If it wasn't necessary, he didn't want to confront the other party.

However, this morning, the evaluation of Ren's handling of the recent incident was released.

Ren flipped the system panel to the attribute page:

Hamish looked at Ren's clear and serious eyes, as well as his resolute oath, and suddenly became confused.

[Horse Endurance] effect has disappeared.

(Note: This can only be used on one beast or contract pet at a time, and the maximum effect cannot exceed 30% of the target's maximum vitality.)



(Note: Absorbing a beast will subject you to the negative effects of the Beast Soul, while contract pets will not.)



"Is this the healing ability used by that native?"

Therefore, the strength of a pet is crucial. Despite being just a fledgling, Bloodfeather can provide stronger benefits than a larger black horse. The reason lies here.

At the Swordsman Branch, in the library.

This man named Hamish bowed slightly and said, "Sir Ren, I represent Viscount Fabien, the head of the Minster Aksen Auction House, to greet you."

Suddenly, several tall, strange-looking humanoids emerged from the sea and quickly slid onto the shore.

Hamilton immediately understood something, picked up his sword and shield, and rushed out of the room.

It's just that he didn't know what the others would do. So, Ren tried selecting the black horse again.

It seemed that the other party had red bloodshot eyes at the time, and their emotions were quite agitated. Was this caused by the negative effect? It seems I need to find a beast to test it. Ren then shifted his gaze to the last icon, which depicted a powerful and majestic beast in full gallop! [Control Beast Pack Level 1 (Active)]: As a Beast Priest, you can control all beasts within a thirty-meter radius, making them bloodthirsty and frenzied, and attack your enemies.

"Very well, my lord! Please wait a moment." The young girl respectfully took the items and began to search quickly.

After a brief thought, Hamish's expression turned serious, and he said solemnly, "Sir Ren, although you are a respected Imperial Swordbearer, you may not be aware that the Akson Auction House is far more powerful than you might imagine."

Ren first flipped through The Evolution of the Ogre, which contained general descriptions, but what he was most concerned about was the fang issue.

However, after seeing the description of "negative effects of the Beast Soul," Ren's expression turned thoughtful.

"Swish!"

"Yes, Miss Agatha, I need to return to the Swordsman Branch tonight to look up some information," Ren said apologetically.

In Myester County, at the Flashgold Town church.

A man in a black robe with burning black flames on his collar and cuffs walked into the church, where about seven or eight similarly dressed Black Flame Cultists were already waiting.

"Very well, let's start with this town!"

That night.

Finished, finished.

"Three Bronze Medals and eight hundred Merit Points as the evaluation of the incident."

"Is this supposed to be a choice for me?"

The entire Flashgold Town returned to peace.

After some thought, Ren focused his attention on the promotion information.

In the lounge, Hamilton suddenly woke up, having just felt a sudden sense of foreboding! After getting up, he faintly heard the chanting coming from the church!

It was certain that these were not merfolk! Although they moved in a zigzag pattern, their speed was extremely fast.

Three Bronze Medals, plus eight hundred Merit Points, as the evaluation of the incident.

"Is this to make me choose?"

The whole of Flashgold Town returned to calm.

After some thought, Ren tried the effect of Bloodfeather again.

"That's too bad. I was hoping to ask Sir Ren some questions tonight," Agatha said with a slight blush.

"Sir Ren, the reason for my visit is to ask you to sell us the pair of fangs you obtained from the native. The auction house values them highly."

"The Goddess can be my witness!" Ren said resolutely.

"Sir Ren, if you want to buy a villa in the administrative district, just having money isn't enough; you also need to secure a purchasing quota." Jenny and Agatha exchanged surprised glances, but Jenny didn't question it and answered directly. They didn't understand why Sir Ren would make such a suggestion.

"Sir Hamish, please state your purpose," Ren said.

At the same time.

"Starting today, let this decaying empire tremble!"

"Three Bronze Medals are enough for Ren's emblem to advance from Bronze to Silver."

As if he saw something, Ren's eyes widened immediately!

"Hmm?"

Ren eagerly turned to the [Beast Priest (Legendary)] page, only to find that the original [Beastmaster (Extraordinary)] panel had disappeared, replaced by the [Beast Priest (Legendary)] occupation panel.

The door opened gently, and a lean but formidable man in leather armor walked in, his eyes narrow, giving the impression of a venomous snake's gaze.

"Dog Agility?"

"Because this time, it's not just our family!"

Perhaps he should look for related information after returning to the Swordsman Branch.

As soon as he arrived nearby, he sensed a subtle fluctuation, and having pursued these tusks for so long, he was unlikely to have sensed wrong.

Although it existed a few seconds ago, it had now turned to dust, so naturally, there were no tusks left.

"The 'Dog Agility' just increased my agility by three points, but here at Black Horse, it only adds one point to my constitution?"

Constitution: 32

Strength: 31

Agility: 32

Spirit: 39

Remaining Attribute Points: 12

Remaining Skill Points: 0

All attributes had surpassed the thirty-point threshold after this promotion. However, what concerned Rayen the most was the three core skills he had just acquired from the Beast Priest (Legendary) class.

"During the reign of the Ancient Troll Empire, many human tribes worshipped and sacrificed to the powerful troll warriors, borrowing their mysterious powers."

These monsters stood at least two and a half meters tall, wielding tridents, and exuded a formidable aura.

But female trolls were different.

"Oh? Viscount Filck, are you threatening me?" Rayen smiled.

Class: Weaponmaster (Legendary) lv6 (1912/3000) / Beast Priest (Legendary) lv1 (1/100) / Wizard Apprentice (Superb) lv6 (792/3000) / Deathmaster (Superb) lv6 (69/3000) / Armorer lv6 (211/3000)



"Viscount Rayen, are you going back tonight?" Agatha asked, her big watery eyes fixed on Rayen, her youthful face flushed from the Bordeaux vintage.

"Eagle Power gives strength?"

Flashgold Town Administration Hall.

Rayen's friend was completely captivated by Rayen's masculine charm.

Balnes' prediction was accurate!

Rayen looked at the illustration and noticed the male troll's tusks protruding like a wild boar's, and the longer the troll, the longer the tusks, accompanied by a Pinocchio-like long nose, making them completely unattractive to human aesthetics.

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Additionally, what he said was indeed the truth.

After pondering for a while, Rayen felt his guess was likely correct.

So, he set aside 'The Evolution of the Ogre' for the time being and quickly flipped through 'Ancient Races - The Ogre Chapter'.

The entire panel glowed with the same unique blue light as the Weaponmaster (Legendary).

"Viscount Fabian is just a representative pushed to the forefront. By doing this, you will offend not just a viscount but many others. It's not a wise decision."

Rayen's eyes lit up, and he immediately checked his attribute panel, and as expected, his agility had increased to 32 (+3).

"So, Viscount Filck, even you can't be sure whether the ancient troll tusks are in the hands of this Swordsman or not?" Fabian asked with a hint of displeasure.

The mysterious connection between Rayen and Liti War Dog 'Cookie' caused the interruption.

Damn!

"Viscount Rayen, I'll be straightforward. These tusks are important to the Akson Auction House, and a Marquis specifically requested them. If you insist on your stance, please don't regret it later."

"This should be some kind of peculiar ability of the ancient races."

As Rayen exited the room, intending to go to the Swordsman Branch's Newbie Hall to attend a general knowledge class, multiple griffins on the training ground took off one after another, soaring into the air and flying southeast!

"Just as I suspected, there's no evil god inside."

"Hmph!"

"Viscount Rayen, is it because of what happened during the day?"

"Additionally, even within the same clan, there may be scattered trolls with physiques far surpassing the average clan members."

Rayen felt a little different.

Myester County, Seaport Town.

As the moonlight shone down, Agatha's nose had some freckles, but this didn't diminish her liveliness and enthusiasm.

"Oh no!"

"It seems that next time I should choose a pet with some sort of special ability, preferably a Feral Beast..."

Deadly silence!

The guards watched in horror as their blood gushed from their noses, unable to be stopped. The blood flowed like a stream, converging towards the church in the air. Hamilton's pupils contracted! He intended to retreat, but as he turned, he found a black-robed figure behind him. "Huh, there's still a fish that slipped through the net."

"Then... let's start with Liti War Dog 'Cookie', and implement the Feral Beast..."

This power should be borrowed from his pet.

The Golden Medal was within reach.

On the coast, the waves rhythmically crashed against the rocks.

He had long known that the Akson Auction House had a deep background, and it would be best if he could bluff his way through.

"Hmm, I'm still not sure, but it's better to be prepared."

Action: A group of black flame priests form a circle, and the chanting within the church echoes in unison! "Great Hunting God, please witness your humble servant's meager offering and welcome your return!"

The first icon on the panel displays a miniature version of his three pets—an eagle, a dog, and a horse—with a small line of text in the lower right corner: 【Beast Vigor Lv1 (Passive): As a descendant of the ancient ogres and a beast priest, you naturally possess the ability to absorb the vitality of your contracted pets, enhancing your physical qualities and resistance.】

"Dog Agility? That must be the effect from Cookie. Almost a ten percent increase in agility, huh!" Rayen's eyebrows raised in delight.

At that moment, he felt a mysterious, invisible connection between himself and Liti War Dog Cookie, and then a strange energy was transmitted to his body.

Hami Shu is sitting face-to-face with Viscount Filck.

At that moment, he felt a mysterious connection between himself and the black horse, and then an energy different from the Liti War Dog was transmitted to his body.

Although the ancient books are still vague, they outline a vague internal logic, explaining why the ancient ogre's fang led to his promotion to Beast Priest (Legendary).

This ancient ogre's fang must be very rare; otherwise, certain individuals from the Minster Aksen Auction wouldn't be so persistent.

"Jenny, maybe you and Agatha can consider buying a villa in the administrative district." Rayen cuts the spicy cliffside mutton ribs with a silver fork and knife as he speaks.

Rayen's eyes lit up.

Rayen quickly found the new icon at the top of the panel, with its three borders flashing.

(Note: Lv1 can only acquire the effect of one pet.) (Note: This skill has a distance limit; it's only effective when your pets are nearby, and the effective distance is proportional to your spirit attribute.) Hmm? Rayen ponders for a moment and then his face lights up with joy!

There are some powdery substances on the ground, but they're probably just leftovers that the servants didn't clean up properly. "Okay, it seems I might have made a mistake. My apologies, Rayen! Please don't mind my offense." Hami Shu bows again.

You're delivering it right to my door!

Before he could figure it out, another team of griffins swiftly soared through the sky.

"Is that the Griffin Squadron from Minster?"

Rayen could vaguely see that the lead griffin was carrying Viscount Filck, who was wearing pale gold knight armor.

At that moment, a red-haired beauty named Evelyn rushed over from the end of the corridor, anxiously addressing Rayen, "Rayen, something big has happened in Myerst County!"

(End of Chapter)

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