Hunter Academy: Revenge of the Weakest novel Chapter 462

Chapter 462 104.3 - Everchanging Glyph

Dakota quickly made her way to the facilities where the necessary preparations for the Everchanging Glyph could be arranged. The Glyph, a powerful and ancient mark, required a controlled environment and precise conditions to be safely and effectively engraved on Astron's body.

She reached the specialized chamber designed for such procedures, a high-tech room filled with intricate machinery and glowing runes embedded in the walls. The atmosphere hummed with latent energy, ready to be harnessed for the delicate operation ahead.

Dakota approached the head technician, a seasoned mage named Thalia, who was overseeing the preparations. Thalia looked up from her console, her eyes lighting up with recognition.

"Dakota, what brings you here?" Thalia asked, her voice tinged with curiosity.

"We need to prepare the chamber for the Everchanging Glyph," Dakota replied, her tone leaving no room for hesitation. "I have Steelclad's permission to proceed with the engraving for Astron Natusalune."

Thalia's eyebrows shot up in surprise. "The Everchanging Glyph? That's quite a step. Is he ready for it?"

"He's more than ready," Dakota assured her. "His potential is remarkable, and this will help him reach new heights. I'll be personally overseeing his training."

Thalia nodded, her expression becoming serious. "Understood. We'll make sure everything is set up correctly. This process requires precision and caution."

Dakota watched as Thalia and her team moved efficiently, adjusting the runes and calibrating the machinery. The room began to glow with a soft, pulsating light, the energy building up in preparation for the engraving.

Once everything was ready, Dakota contacted Astron through her communication device.

[Disciple, come to this location. I have something for you.] **************

Just as I was deeply focused on my training, an immense headache suddenly struck me down. The pain was sharp and intense, radiating through my skull like a thousand needles. I staggered, barely able to keep my balance, and instinctively reached up to my face. My fingers came away smeared with blood from my nose.

I realized that I had pushed my limits too much. Reina had left me alone some time ago, trusting me to practice and figure things out on my own. Her guidance had been invaluable, but she had also made it clear that self-reliance was crucial.

Wiping the blood from my nose, I took a moment to sit down and breathe, trying to let my mind settle. The headache slowly began to recede, but the experience left me feeling drained and vulnerable. It was a stark reminder of the importance of balancing effort with caution.

Wiping the blood from my nose, I took a moment to sit down and breathe, trying to let my mind settle. The headache slowly began to recede, but the experience left me feeling drained and vulnerable. It was a stark reminder of the importance of balancing effort with caution.

"Overexerting my mind and mana like this could have serious consequences," I muttered to myself. "I need to recognize my limits and avoid pushing past them."

I closed my eyes, focusing on slow, measured breaths. The headache continued to subside, leaving me with a lingering sense of exhaustion. I knew that I had made significant progress today, but it had come at a cost. freewebnøvel.com

The pressure to constantly improve was immense, but I had to remember that pushing too hard could be just as detrimental as not trying hard enough.

"Balance is key," I reminded myself, echoing Reina's earlier words.

After a few more minutes of rest, I stood up slowly, feeling a bit steadier on my feet. I knew I needed to take the rest of the evening to recover and recharge. My training would resume tomorrow, but for now, my priority was to take care of myself.

As the headache subsided to a manageable level, I made my way towards the cafeteria, the familiar hallways quiet in the evening. The routine of training was physically and mentally exhausting, but the structure also provided a sense of stability.

Entering the cafeteria, I found it less crowded than usual. Most trainees were likely still engaged in their own training sessions or taking the time to rest. I approached the serving counter, the same aroma of freshly prepared food wafting through the air.

"One Reddish Hydra Serpent Steak and one Ironhide Boar Roast, please," I said to the attendant.

The attendant nodded, quickly preparing my order. Within minutes, the same two steaming plates were placed before me, the scents mingling with the spices, making the food seem more palatable despite its notorious taste.

I took my tray to an empty table, grateful for the quiet. The cafeteria's hum was soothing, a backdrop that allowed me to reflect on the day's events. Picking up my utensils, I started with the Reddish Hydra Serpent Steak, the flavors rich and slightly spicy, replenishing the energy I had expended.

As I ate, I considered the progress I made today. Despite the overexertion, I had achieved a deeper understanding of my abilities.

–RING!

Just as I was eating more, suddenly, my smartwatch rang.

[Dakota Hellen: Disciple. Come to this location. I have something for you.]

The message was blunt and simple, just like Dakota's style. I shook my head with a sigh, thinking how straightforward she always was. And it reminded me of a certain someone once again. Today, this was the second time this happened.

'Tsk. I am getting soft.' I grumbled inwardly.

I sent a quick reply:

[I'm eating now. Would it be okay if I came 10 minutes later? Or is it urgent?]

Almost immediately, a message came back from Dakota: [It's fine if you're eating. In fact, it would be even better.]