Hunter Academy: Revenge of the Weakest novel Chapter 485

Chapter 485 109.1 - Chamber of Deception

Stealth Training, 1.12 P.M., Tenth day of training

"Are you ready to take the exam for the sixth stage?" Kennet asked, his voice carrying a note of seriousness as he studied Astron.

"I am," Astron replied.

This time differently, Kennet gave a curt nod, stepping aside to allow Astron to begin.

'He is now good to go.' Astron's body finally had mastered it.

The room was silent, the atmosphere thick with anticipation. Astron moved with calculated precision, his presence nearly imperceptible as he navigated the complex obstacles of the sixth stage.

Each step was deliberate, and every movement was harmonized with the ambient mana. Kennet observed closely, noting how Astron's body and mind were now working in complete unison.

There was no hesitation, no faltering—just a fluid execution of the skills he had honed over the past days.

At least, while it looked like that, there was a slight change in his movements. In a way, Astron looked strangely in control of everything.

'In control…..What is this new change?'

Kennet asked himself.

Astron continued through the course, his presence so finely tuned that it seemed as if he was manipulating the very environment around him rather than just adapting to it. It was as if he had crossed a threshold, reaching a new level of understanding.

When Astron finished the course, Kennet stepped forward, his eyes narrowed in curiosity. "Astron," he began, his voice measured, "it seems like you've experienced something… different. A breakthrough, perhaps?"

Astron met Kennet's gaze, his expression calm but with a certain light in his eyes. "Yes, Instructor," he replied with a nod. "That was the case."

Kennet's suspicion was confirmed. "That is what I thought."

"You can tell? That easy?"

"Of course…I have been training you for ten days. I can see the changes in my teachings."

"I see." Astron nodded, his head thoughtful. It was expected from the Instructor, especially Kennet, who had once belonged to a special stealth organization; at least, that was what Astron speculated.

"The thing you are doing….It reminds me of old times…." Kennet mumbled.

"Old times?"

"That's right," Kennet confirmed. "The way you're controlling your mana… that's where you broke through, isn't it?" Kennet remarked, his eyes sharp, observing every subtle nuance in Astron's demeanor.

Astron hesitated for a moment before nodding. "Yes, Instructor. That's exactly where it happened."

Kennet's gaze softened as he continued, "The way you're handling your mana now… it reminds me of someone I knew a long time ago."

Astron's interest was piqued. "Someone like me?"

Kennet nodded, his expression distant, as if he were looking back into his memories. "Yes, someone who was also exceptionally talented at using mana. He had a natural affinity for it, much like you. He could sense and manipulate mana with a finesse that most could only dream of."

"Where is he now?" Astron asked, his curiosity deepening.

Kennet paused, a shadow crossing his face. "Somewhere far away," he said quietly, his tone indicating that the subject was not one he wished to delve into further.

"I see." Astron nodded without prying any further. But in his mind, he had already filled some places from the words and mimics alone.

Kennet gave a small nod, his eyes returning to the present. "You've come a long way, Astron. This breakthrough is as significant as it looks. You only have one course left, which is the seventh course. After completing that, your Stealth Training will be over, and another instructor will be assigned to you."

"Understood."

"Then, let's start."

Just like that, Kennet made him take his position and started displaying to him what he needed to do.

*******

Astron sat in his quarters, mentally preparing for the day's training. He expected the usual routine—a message with the password to enter Reina's training room. But today, there was no message.

His communicator chimed softly, and a new notification appeared on the screen. It wasn't the usual password prompt but rather a set of coordinates and a short message from Reina:

[Today's training will be at a different location. Follow the coordinates. Be prepared.]

Astron raised an eyebrow, curiosity piqued.

This was the first time in his training that they would be changing locations.

'Something different,' he thought, standing and grabbing his gear. 'This should be interesting.'