Chapter 42: Returning Early and the 'Aftermath'
Chapter 42: Returning Early and the 'Aftermath'
Hamilton had just confirmed Rayn's heritage or origins through his display of swordsmanship.
"This technique and aura are undoubtedly the Grizzly Sword Technique's Leap Strike. It seems his teacher is undoubtedly Sir Perez! But how did this kid's strength improve so rapidly?"
"Or perhaps the strength of this rampaging werewolf, severely injured by my own hand, has greatly diminished?"
The Night Watch Elite were all staring at Rayn in astonishment.
Only then did they realize that the boy, who was shorter than them, had the ferocity of a tiger hidden within his slender frame, and his explosive power was astonishing. He had managed to send the several-hundred-pound rampaging werewolf flying.
Despite his small stature, his fighting style was straightforward and brutal. However, it was truly exhilarating to watch.
"Sir, are you alright?" Two Night Watch members quickly rushed forward to support Hamilton and promptly tended to his wounds.
Therefore, it was reasonable to speculate that the strength of the rampaging werewolf in its injured state, if quantified, was around 15-16 points, and in its prime, it should be around 20 points.
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Rayn's eyes narrowed in thought at this revelation.
"Rayn, when will you officially join the Night Watch? Remember to prioritize joining our squad!" Valen patted Rayn's shoulder with a smile.
Indeed, reading the atmosphere was an essential skill in the 'workplace.'
"Sir Hamilton mentioned that you'll be joining us soon. Remember to come to our squad; I'm..."
Rayn couldn't help but smile inwardly at this scene.
Due to the intense battle with the rampaging werewolf, Rayn's body was covered in bloodstains.
He had no intention of getting involved in the internal strife among the Habsburg Earl Family's heirs.
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However, a hint of worry still flashed in his mother's eyes. She never imagined that being a Night Watchman would be so dangerous, requiring them to fight such monsters.
At that moment, sounds came from two other directions. The howls of greyhounds grew louder, indicating that the two teams from the Habsburg Estate were approaching the area.
On the way back, Rayn finally had the opportunity to check the system notification: [Your skill, Grizzly Sword Technique, has improved. Experience gained: +157]
Evidently, Rayn's performance in the previous battle had impressed Valen.
By the time Rayn woke up again, it was already the next morning.
Based on the battle's progression, Hamilton's full-power burst had matched the strength of the rampaging werewolf, which stood over 7.2 feet tall.
Rayn decided to return home first to get some good rest.
As Rayn tried to get out of bed, he groaned in pain and lay back down.
"Get away, Valen. Rayn hasn't even joined yet, and you're already trying to recruit him. How shameless!"
Being able to achieve three to four times the strength of an ordinary person indeed surpassed the limits of human physical strength.
Hamilton's display of power left Rayn in awe. "A formal knight, I wonder when I'll be able to reach that level!"
In his previous life, Rayn had read a news report about the world's fastest man, whose thigh muscles were twice as strong as an average person's. This was already close to the limit of what could be achieved through training.
Upon seeing the Night Watchman career level lv1 (87/100), Rayn was slightly startled. Indeed, this once again proved that life-and-death battles were a shortcut to improving one's battle career level.
The Grizzly Sword Technique directly advanced from level 1 to level 2, reaching level 2 (54/300).
At that moment, Rayn ruffled Mint's hair and greeted Anna before casually eating some food and heading off to take a bath.
The Night Watch Elite glanced at their superior and Rayn, seeing Rayn's calm expression and lack of objection, they knew there was a secret between them. Thus, they all loudly exclaimed, "Yes, sir!"
"Don't worry, Emma. Since Rayn has chosen this path, we must believe in him. Although it's dangerous, there are also many opportunities, and it's still better than being a peasant all my life!" Elder Rain reassured his wife.
After delivering the injured to the Town Hall, specialized physicians took over their care.
Despite unlocking Blacksmith's Might Level 2, Rain was still slightly weaker than the Savage Werewolf in its heavily injured state.
Without hesitation, Sir Hamilton nodded and spoke, "Rain, Valen, you two take these injured brothers back to Shiny Gold Town first."
Thus, before the estate's team arrived, Rain and several Night Watch members quickly departed the valley.
"Alright, Captain Valen, I'll consider it seriously," Rain said with a slight smile.
"Just wrap the wounds with bandages for now, they won't die!"
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"Rain, you're amazing!"
He had managed to kill the severely injured Savage Werewolf with a single Leap Strike.
Rain immediately took two steps forward and approached Sir Hamilton, who was bandaging his wounds.
Claire had previously reminded him, and Rain himself also wanted to maintain a low profile.
Sir Hamilton understood instantly, as he didn't want Sir Perez to know that he had 'taken' his favorite disciple.
After a thorough examination, they discovered that Rain was indeed uninjured, which finally put his family and Anna at ease.
Along the way, Night Watch Squad Leader Valen was exceptionally enthusiastic towards Rain.
"Also, everyone, please note that Rain was the one who ultimately killed the Savage Werewolf. Don't reveal this to others. Just say I did it!"
Perhaps, when his strength increases further, he can consider taking on some tasks from the Wanted Notices, earning a high bounty and improving his Battle Career Level.
A two-for-one deal! Additionally, through this battle, Rain also gained a general understanding of the strength of a formal Knight.
When Rain returned home, his sudden appearance startled his entire family and Anna.
Especially regarding the Leap Strike from the Grizzly Sword Technique, Rain's mind was filled with newfound insights.
Immediately after, he fell into a deep sleep.
So, three times! Even four times! The physical limit that ordinary people could reach through training was far exceeded.
[You have experienced a battle. Night Watchman Career Experience +87]
The strength of a formal Knight should be similar, almost three to four times that of an ordinary person! No wonder Claire said that the path of knighthood is a process of breaking through one's limits.
"Sir, I'd like to return to Shiny Gold Town early, considering my current circumstances..."
"It's best if you don't appear before the estate's upper management for now."
Initially, she was delighted that Rain had joined the Night Watch, but now she felt conflicted.
This was the unique and precious aspect of Breath Techniques; they allowed practitioners to surpass such physical limits!
From the previous evening until now, he hadn't had a proper rest. Even with Rain's abundant energy, he was exhausted.
Rain only spoke half of his sentence, but he successfully misled Sir Hamilton.
"Indeed! Let's have a fair competition and let Rain choose!"
Seeing the Night Watch members' enthusiasm, Rain responded with smiles.
"Good lad, you're Rain, right? I'll remember you!" A Night Watch Elite approached with a smile, patted Rain's shoulder, and said.
Seeing their superior unharmed, the Night Watch members' attention returned to Rain.
Unfortunately, it was a bit too dangerous.
At this moment, Rain realized that his entire body ached from muscle soreness, reminding him of the Blacksmith's Might core skill he had used the day before.
"It's probably because the Blacksmith's Might not only grants immense strength but also causes 'overload' in the muscles after use!"
Rain blinked, instantly understanding the most likely reason.
"Fortunately, this 'aftermath' doesn't occur immediately but manifests after a period of time."
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