As time rapidly slips away, Kai feels the pressure mounting as he searches through the Treasury's vast collection of techniques.
He moves with urgency, glancing at book titles and skimming through their contents in hopes of finding a suitable technique.
In the midst of his frantic search, the System's voice interrupts his thoughts.
"Hey, why don't you try using the new skill you gained?" the System suggests.
Kai pauses, realizing he has forgotten about the 'Soul Analyze' skill in his excitement. "Oh! Right, Ahaha... I completely forgot about it in the rush," he chuckles sheepishly.
The System, observing Kai, mumbles to itself, "Did I select the correct host?"
However, when Kai asks if it said something, the System quickly replies, "Nothing! Don't mind it."
Wanting to put the new skill to the test, Kai picks up one of the techniques he had found and activates 'Soul Analyze.'
A window materializes before him, displaying crucial details about the technique.
[Crimson Stormcleave]
[Rank: Mid-Grade]
[Category: Weapon Art]
[Description: Crimson Stormcleave is a powerful mid-grade axe technique that combines speed, precision, and strength. It is favored by warriors who seek to unleash devastating blows while maintaining a degree of agility in battle. When executed with mastery, the technique derives its name from the red aura surrounding the user's axe.]
[Compatibility: 12%]
Curious about the meaning of compatibility, Kai questions the System, "Hey, what does the compatibility detail mean?"
The System explains, "Compatibility shows how well you're suited to a technique. A high compatibility indicates that you'll make more progress in mastering the technique. It's crucial to find techniques with high compatibility to maximize your growth."
"Woah! That's incredibly useful, especially in this situation," Kai remarks to himself.
With renewed determination, Kai utilizes the 'Soul Analyze' skill to sift through the books more efficiently.
After some searching, his eyes are drawn to a book in the 3rd row of the last bookshelf. He feels an inexplicable connection to it as if it calls out to him. Curiosity piqued, he approaches the book and picks it up.
The book has an intriguing aura, emanating a sense of ancient wisdom. Its title reads 'Elemental Soulforge Technique.'
Kai wastes no time and activates 'Soul Analyze' on this technique as well.
[Elemental Soulforge Technique]
[Rank: ???]
[Category: Cultivation Art]
[Description: The Elemental Soulforge Technique, a relic of ages past, weaves a tapestry of spiritual energy, yet its true potential reaches far beyond. As you progress, the technique will unlock the dormant elemental energy coiled within, and guide you to seek out specific elemental materials to enhance your cultivation.]
[Compatibility: 91%]
However, much to Kai's surprise, the information for this technique has some areas marked with question marks, and even the rank is unclear.
Perplexed, he calls up the System to inquire about it.
"Hey! Why are there question marks in the information for this technique?" Kai asks.
The System notices the anomalies and replies, "There could be two reasons: either the level of the skill isn't high enough to display all details, or the technique is of such a high level that its information remains a mystery."
Kai ponders for a moment, considering the possibilities.
"Yeah, I'll take it," he finally decides. "This is the only book that has shown such high compatibility with me. Besides, there's this mysterious feeling about it," he adds with a grin.
The System chuckles. "It seems that's the real reason, isn't it?"
"Haha, you got me," Kai admits.
Satisfied with his decision, Kai tucks the Elemental Soulforge Technique book under his arm and makes his way back to the agreed-upon meeting spot.
There, he finds all of his friends already gathered, waiting with eager anticipation.