Lee Feng's feet barely touched the ground as he sprinted toward the Thunder Wolf's den, dodging trees and leaping over fallen logs. Behind him, the wolf let out a furious roar, its lightning-coated paws shaking the earth with every step.
Ding! Running Skill Progress: 12%! If host continues running for his life, he may unlock [Sprint Mastery].
Lee Feng nearly tripped. "Sprint Mastery?! Wait—why didn't you tell me I could level up basic skills?!"
Ding! Host never asked.
"…I hate you."
Ding! Hate registered. +1 System Bond.
Lee Feng had no time to argue. The cave entrance loomed ahead—dark and ominous, like the open jaws of a beast. Am I seriously running into a wolf's home?
But then he remembered—
Ding! [Check-In Available at Thunder Wolf's Den.] Rewards will be higher due to location danger!
That was all the encouragement he needed. He dove headfirst into the cave, just as the wolf pounced.
The beast slammed into the cave's entrance, shaking the entire cavern. Dust and pebbles rained down from above, but Lee Feng was already deeper inside, panting.
Ding! Congratulations! You have successfully checked in at [Thunder Wolf's Den]. Reward: [Random Thunder-Related Item]!
Lee Feng perked up. "Finally! Something good!"
A flash of blue light filled the cave. A scroll appeared before him, floating elegantly.
Lee Feng reached out with trembling hands, excitement bubbling in his chest. This could be my first real power-up! Maybe a lightning sword? A divine technique? A legendary artifact?!
The scroll unfolded, and golden words shimmered on its surface.
[Heavenly Thunder Manual – Page 7]
Lee Feng's hands froze.
"…Page 7?"
Ding! Congratulations! You have obtained [Page 7 of the Heavenly Thunder Manual]! Please collect pages 1 through 6 to unlock full technique.
Lee Feng's face darkened.
"I… got one page of a technique?"
Ding! Correct! This is an ancient inheritance! Think of it like collecting puzzle pieces!
Lee Feng took a deep breath. "Tell me… what does Page 7 teach?"
Ding! Page 7 contains the breathing techniques required for Step 4 of the Heavenly Thunder Cultivation Method! However, since host does not possess Steps 1-3, this knowledge is currently useless.
"…So you gave me a page I can't even use?"
Ding! Correct!
Lee Feng wanted to flip a table.
Meanwhile, outside the cave, the Thunder Wolf recovered from its failed attack. With a furious snarl, it charged into the cave, its body sparking with electricity.
Lee Feng's frustration vanished. Forget the scroll—I need to survive!
He turned and ran deeper into the cave, hoping to find an exit… or at least a rock big enough to hide behind.
Then he saw it.
At the very end of the cave, a stone altar stood, glowing faintly with runes. Something rested on top—a small black orb pulsing with blue energy.
The wolf growled behind him, its breath hot on his neck.
Lee Feng had no time to think. He grabbed the orb.
Ding! Congratulations! Host has obtained the [Thunder Spirit Orb]! Warning: The Thunder Wolf is now extremely pissed!
Lee Feng turned his head slightly.
The wolf's eyes blazed with pure hatred.
"…Oh."
And then it lunged.