First Legendary Dragon: Starting With The Limitless System novel Chapter 286

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Chapter 286: Meeting The Two

After deciding his next course of action, Orion slowly rose from the bed, stretching his arms gently to release the subtle tension in his muscles.

Despite his recent vigorous training, his physique felt remarkably refreshed, reflecting the benefits from his recent breakthroughs.

He settled himself comfortably on the large, cushioned meditation mat at the center of his room, folding his legs neatly into a cross-legged posture. Closing his eyes, he steadied his breathing, gradually slipping into a calm meditative state.

Inside his Sea of Consciousness, Orion’s presence stood silently amidst the calm azure waters, mentally reviewing the myriad techniques, runes, and theories he had tirelessly memorized during his prolonged unconscious state.

Though he couldn’t currently utilize mana or his affinity runes, he was meticulously reconstructing them theoretically, steadily sharpening his understanding and fortifying his mental foundation.

Hours gently drifted by as Orion remained immersed in this meticulous mental exercise, only rousing himself from meditation when the warm hues of evening sunlight seeped through the curtains, bathing the room in gentle shades of gold and amber.

Feeling refreshed, Orion exhaled softly and slowly opened his eyes. Rising gracefully, he adjusted his clothes before stepping out of his room, closing the door quietly behind him.

As he moved calmly through the elegant hallway, two passing maids bowed respectfully, their expressions brightening at his appearance.

"Young Master Orion," one of them spoke softly, her voice carrying quiet excitement, "Lord Edgar and Sir Lucan have returned. They’re currently in the garden outside."

Orion’s eyes sparked with warmth and interest as he nodded gently. "Thank you. I’ll go see them."

Quickening his pace slightly, Orion navigated toward the mansion’s expansive gardens, soon stepping outside into the tranquil outdoor space.

The early evening sky spread overhead in gentle shades of orange, painting a calming backdrop above the lush greenery and vibrant blossoms.

A short distance away, Edgar and Lucan sat comfortably beneath a flowering tree, immersed in a quiet, relaxed conversation.

Edgar’s usual calm expression was softened by a rare, relaxed smile, while Lucan’s carefree demeanor carried that usual lazy feeling.

Hearing Orion’s steady footsteps approach, both men turned simultaneously. Their expressions immediately shifted into mild astonishment upon seeing Orion clearly for the first time since his awakening.

Orion now stood impressively tall at 190 cm, matching Lucan’s own height, his lean frame radiating confidence and strength.

His eyes, strikingly heterochromatic, exuded a different kind of charm from his dark abyss-like eyes from before.

Recovering swiftly from their brief shock, both Edgar and Lucan stood immediately, greeting him warmly with respectful smiles.

"Good evening, Young Master," Edgar spoke first, his voice warm and filled with genuine relief.

Lucan looked at him in astonishment and commented, "I didn’t expect so many changes to occur to you, Young Master. Now you’ll really steal all the young maidens’ hearts."

Orion chuckled softly at Lucan’s praise before returning their greeting, "Good evening, Uncle Edgar, Brother Lucan. It’s been too long."

Edgar chuckled lightly, his eyes gentle and paternal as he carefully looked Orion up and down, clearly impressed yet deliberately avoiding questions about Orion’s draconic lineage that they had witnessed. "Indeed it has, Young Master. You’ve certainly grown quite a bit during this time."

Lucan nodded with a grin, choosing to ignore the same questions as Eldric, "Isn’t that obvious? Our Young Master got even more handsome. So how do you feel now, Young Master? When exactly did you wake up?"

Orion chuckled gently, clearly seeing them avoiding the questions they had, but he hadn’t planned on telling them anything yet. "I woke up a few days ago, and I’m feeling much better now. I’ve been taking time to recover slowly and steadily."

Edgar’s eyes softened further, evident relief washing clearly across his refined features. "We’re truly glad to hear that, Young Master. You had everyone deeply worried."

Lucan’s expression also turned serious as he softly said, "Indeed, the entire estate seemed to have dimmed down without your presence during this time."

"Tomorrow," Orion began calmly, meeting their attentive gazes, "I intend to return to Thunderpeak Royal Academy. I’ve been away for far too long. How safe do you think it is at the moment?" _{free\we\bnov(e)(l).com}