Hunter Academy: Revenge of the Weakest novel Chapter 496

Chapter 496 Chapter 113.4 - Rewards

I watched the message notification blink on my smartwatch, the cold blue light reflecting off the polished surface of the table. The words on the screen solidified my thoughts—my journey had moved to the next stage. There was no room for hesitation.

'An Adept, huh? Finally, out of the trainee stage.'

The significance of the rank wasn't lost on me. It marked a transition, a shift from being just another face in the organization's pool of potential to someone with real responsibilities and real consequences.

At the same time, I want someone who can act freely. I had gotten a lot of things from this place, and it was better to show some results so that they would not get suspicious or angry.

My thoughts drifted momentarily to what this meant for the path ahead. The choices I would make from this point on carried weight, a tangible impact that could ripple through the layers of the organization and beyond.

I tapped the screen, accessing the details of my first mission as an Adept. The mission brief loaded instantly, and the words were clear and concise.

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Mission Brief:

Location: City of [Veilcroft]

Objective: Join the investigation team.

Details: Recent activities in the city have drawn the organization's attention. You are to integrate with the existing investigation team and assist in uncovering the cause and source of these disturbances. Intelligence suggests the potential involvement of unknown entities or factions. Maintain a low profile and gather information. Additional directives will be communicated as necessary.

Note: Due to your new status as an Adept, your presence will be under scrutiny. Consider this mission a test of your capabilities in a real-world scenario.

Estimated Duration: One week

Point of Contact: Warden [Shanks]

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'Veilcroft…'

The name of the city resonated with a certain familiarity. A place known for its shadows, where whispers traveled faster than light, and secrets were currency.

'A place where the Black Market and the underground organizations had the most presence.'

I wasn't surprised that the organization had its eyes on Veilcroft. After all, even in the game, many missions and events took place there. Thus, it was understandable.

'A place where the Black Market and the underground organizations had the most presence.'

I wasn't surprised that the organization had its eyes on Veilcroft. After all, even in the game, many missions and events took place there. Thus, it was understandable.

It was the kind of place where things festered in the dark, waiting to be uncovered by those skilled enough—or foolish enough—to seek them out.

I glanced at the name listed under the point of contact: Warden [Shanks]. The title "Warden" immediately caught my attention. It wasn't a rank handed out lightly within the organization. To hold that title meant you were formidable, both in power and in authority. It was the same rank as Dakota, the person who had overseen some of my more intense training sessions.

'So they've assigned someone of Dakota's caliber to this mission…'

That only reinforced the seriousness of the situation. Veilcroft wasn't just any city—it was a nexus of power, influence, and danger.

The Black Market thrived there, along with various underground organizations that operated outside the reach of conventional authority. In a place like that, having someone as strong as a Warden wasn't just necessary—it was essential.

'Shanks…' The name didn't ring any bells, but that wasn't unusual. The organization had plenty of operatives who preferred to stay in the shadows, especially those with high-ranking titles.

I'd have to be on my guard.

Working under a Warden meant I'd be under constant scrutiny, not just from the enemies we were investigating but from my own side as well. However, I doubt that the organization's operatives are bad. The treatment I received here was pretty good, so I expect it to be the same in other places.

But there are all types of people around the world as well.

I tapped the screen again, pulling up the details on how I'd be getting to Veilcroft. The next directive was straightforward.

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Transportation: You will be teleported using the organization's warp gates. Prepare yourself accordingly. Departure is scheduled for tomorrow at 7 A.M. sharp. Ensure you have all the necessary equipment and documents. The gate will be active for a limited window, and delays will not be tolerated.

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'Warp gates…'

Made sense. I came here from Arcadia City, but that should not be the only exit out here.

'So they want me there immediately, no room for errors.'

I closed the mission brief, letting the details settle in my mind.

'Aside from that, other details will most likely be given by the personnel here.' With the mission brief closed, I let the information sink in. The warp gate was standard procedure for high-priority missions, ensuring that operatives like me were where they needed to be without delay.

'But, the fact that they are sending me to such a place….It seems they really think highly of me.' That would make sense; after all, I was trying to achieve just exactly that. The more I increase my trust in this place, the better it will be for me to get many rewards.

It was also a reminder that the organization wasn't taking any chances with this assignment. Veilcroft was too important, and the situation too volatile, to rely on conventional travel methods.