Chapter 3: Trial of the Shrine Guardian
The wind blew around Adam in delight, and the great but sacred spear shot towards him with terrifying speed. The gleaming eyes of the armed figure fixed on him, their light reflecting his fear and despair.
Adam stepped under the arc of the spear, missing the blade by a few centimeters from his head. The force of the impact sent the wind whipping across the room, sending dust and debris into the air.
<**System Warning: Battle has begun. Difficulty: High **>
<**Appearance:** Holy Guardian
**Level:** Medium Soul Crafting
**Death Rate:** 500/500
**Spiritual Energy:** 80/80
* * Skills: ** [Tao of Treasure - Advanced], [Enhanced Defense], [Attack Title]**>
The man drowned after reading the heart statistics. "How can I fight something so powerful?" »
The guardian walked, his steps heavy into the room. Adam held his hand against the wolf's bite, his mind awoke. He was a champion in everything That is: power, culture and skill. But I couldn't turn back.
The sound of the emergency system interrupted him.
<**System Tip: Use your enemy's weaknesses. Use the advantages of the environment. **>
Adam looked around the sanctuary. The room was circular, with rough stone walls and ancient pillars. The guard stood tall, his movements deliberate but slow. If Adam could stay alert and force him to make a mistake, he might have a chance.
. The guard leapt at the spear. Adam approached with blinding speed and was about to take a step to the side when the blade caught his hand, leaving a shallow cut.
<**Hit Rate: 78/100**>
Adam ran to one of the pillars, his teeth grinding in pain. The guard followed, his spear hitting the stone and the kneecap. Fragments of grass rained down, and Adam turned to face him.
He struck the guard's kneecap with his wolf claw. The blow only scratched the body, but the guard was barely knocked down.
"Here," Adam whispered. - I will hit where it is weak.
<** Updated inspection: Found a weak spot - middle chest stone. Killing is necessary to destroy the enemy. **>
This announcement sent a wave of hope through Adam. The center stone ricocheted weakly through the middle of the guard's armor, protected by layers of armor.
The guard roared, thrusting his spear in a wide arc. Adam jumped, rolled, and dodged himself With force, he rose and ran to another pillar, knocking the guard down with another useless attack.
"Go," Adam whispered breathlessly. "It's almost there."
Guardian, his large body forward. At the last moment, Adam ran to the sides and the structure hit the ground. The impact caused spiders to burst from the mountain.
Adam took the opportunity and jumped onto the guardian's back. He buried the wolf's throat in the space between his shoulders. Use it as a makeshift climbing crutch.
The guard tried to pull away, but Adam held on as if his life depended on it.
"Almost there," he groaned, fingers glinting on the smooth edge of his weapon.
Adam reached for the keystone and squirmed. His wolfish face lifted, sending all his strength into it. The bone fragment hit the shiny glass, creating a crack in the surface.
The guard froze, his movements erratic and erratic
<** System Warning: critical condition. Core integrity: 50%. **>
Adam didn't waste a second. He grabbed the wolf's throat again, the veins screaming in protest, and for a moment he stabbed the heart. The glass shattered several times, and the guard's screams rang out.
His body fell to the ground, his weapons shattered like a broken pillar. The room fell silent and the sound was replaced by the heavy breathing of the man.
<**Victory won. Prizes won:**>
<**Experience Points:** +100
<**Items Obtained:** Dry Foundation Stone (Very Rare)**>
As the Guardian's broken bones began to glow, Adam stared in wonder as the light faded into one thing: the Crystal Root.
<**System Warning: Test complete. Collect reward: Resonance Root. **>
Adam stepped forward, his hands shaking as he searched for the source of his soul. A wave of energy hit his body as the fingers closed around him. Crying, he The vision swam in the golden light.
, Increase Energy Recovery**>
The man knelt down and grabbed the root. He felt the energy flow through him, his body shaking with new strength.
<**Completed: Obtain the Spirit Root**>
<**Paid Price**: 1 Year Advanced Garden, Rare Item: "Seed of the World"**>
He held the treasure in his small hand: a glowing seed that radiated warmth and joy.
<**View Johe **>
<**Name:** Seed of Ake
** Type: ** Planting plant
** Benefits: ** Improves spiritual root growth and good soil. Can be planted to create a personal spiritual field. **>
Adam looked at the seed, his mind buzzing with possibilities. The rewards were beyond anything he had imagined.
But when trouble began, the weight of his mission returned. The country was still in danger, and the soldiers would attack in less than three days.
He stood up, grasping the seed and the piece of stone in the middle. His body was tired, but his confidence was greater than his feelings.
Adam said with a strong voice: I am not the same as before. "This time I am ready. "
The system
echoed in his mind, its voice still reminding him of the challenges ahead.
<**System objective updated: Prepare for attack. Defend the land. **>
Adam rested his hand on the bracelet around his neck. this The fight for his land had just begun.