After this encounter, Jin Hwa decided to leave school for the day. As he walked home through the crowded streets, he felt a sense of weariness from the earlier fight.
But then, the bustling city around him suddenly erupted into chaos. People began running in all directions, and in the distance, Jin Hwa caught sight of a violent confrontation. The thought crossed his mind: what is it a minotaur again? A rift? Should i go to see what's happening?
His body was tired and aching from the earlier fight, leaving him with a difficult choice. And just as he contemplated what to do, the system activated automatically, notifying him of a new sub-quest.
**[Sub Quest: Defeat the CENTAUR]**
**Rewards:**
- **Recovery Potion**
- **Skill Rune**
- **Random Box**
Jin Hwa stared at the system message, feeling a mix of frustration and temptation. The rewards were enticing, but his body was already drained from the earlier fight.
*Death as a penalty? What in the actual fuck!?* he thought with irritation.
Considering his lack of a weapon, he had to brainstorm quickly. He couldn't face a centaur unarmed. Perhaps there was something in his immediate surroundings or a nearby store with a suitable weapon. A sturdy baseball bat or a metal rod might be his best options in this situation. With a sense of urgency, he scanned the area, trying to spot something he could use for the upcoming battle.
In the midst of the chaotic scene on the street, Jin Hwa spotted a nearby construction site. He quickly made his way there, hoping to find something useful among the tools and materials. He managed to grab a sturdy metal rod, which seemed like the most practical and readily available weapon in his vicinity.
As Jin Hwa grasped the sturdy metal rod, he felt an unusual surge of power within him. The system responded to his resourcefulness by granting him a new title: **Weapon Maestro(ELITE).** This title bestowed him with a unique ability – any makeshift weapon he held would become a formidable tool in his hands, enhancing its attack power by 15%. This unexpected title gave Jin Hwa a newfound sense of confidence as he prepared to confront the centaur.
Jin Hwa squared off against the CENTAUR, his heart pounding with a mix of anticipation and exhaustion. This was a different challenge altogether.
The CENTAUR stood tall and imposing, its muscular horse-like body glistening with sweat. With an air of arrogance, it looked down at Jin Hwa and spoke in a rumbling voice, "You dare come to me, puny human? You must be desperate."
Jin Hwa clenched his makeshift metal weapon, a sturdy pipe he had found on the street. He knew he had to be more strategic this time. The CENTAUR was fast, and its hooves could deliver devastating kicks.
As the battle commenced, the CENTAUR lunged forward, its human torso twisting to launch a powerful punch. Jin Hwa rolled to the side just in time, the punch narrowly missing him. In response, he swung his pipe, aiming for the CENTAUR's hind legs. The CENTAUR leaped back with remarkable agility, avoiding the attack.
The CENTAUR taunted Jin Hwa, "Is this the best you can do, little human? You're not even worth my time."
Jin Hwa knew he had to think on his feet. He couldn't rely solely on his enhanced stats; he needed a strategy. As the CENTAUR charged, Jin Hwa side-stepped and delivered a quick jab to its human torso. The CENTAUR grunted but retaliated with a swift tail swipe. Jin Hwa narrowly avoided the tail and used the pipe to deflect the CENTAUR's hooves, preventing a potentially crippling kick.
The fight continued with both combatants taking turns gaining the upper hand. The CENTAUR's speed and agility were a stark contrast to Jin Hwa's strength and endurance. He was slowly adapting to the creature's movements, attempting to predict its lunges and attacks.
A fierce battle of wits and strength unfolded, with verbal jabs exchanged alongside physical blows. The CENTAUR's taunts and laughter filled the air as Jin Hwa held his ground, determined to prove himself.
As the battle raged on, Jin Hwa's earlier fatigue began to catch up with him. His movements grew sluggish, and he felt his energy draining. He knew he couldn't afford to falter in this critical moment. If he did, the consequences could be dire.
[To be continued]