Chapter 131: Beginning of the Affinity Rune Formation
A soft knock sounded on the door, followed by Rina’s usual energetic voice, "It’s morning, Master!"
"I’m already up," he called back, voice unusually energetic.
The door opened with a gentle creak, revealing Fiora and Rina standing there, their faces bathed in the soft glow of morning sunlight.
"Good morning, Master!" Rina chirped, stepping inside cheerfully. She tilted her head curiously at his unusually bright demeanor. "My, someone looks especially lively today. Did something good happen?"
Fiora shyly followed her, a gentle blush coloring her cheeks as she glanced towards Orion with curiosity. "M-Master... is there something special today?"
Orion stood, stretching his back with a satisfying crack, and gave them both an easy smile. "Indeed. Today, I’m finally going to form my first Affinity Rune. After all the training and preparations, it’s finally happening."
Fiora’s eyes widened in admiration, clasping her hands together in excitement. "R-Really? That’s amazing, Master!"
Rina, on the other hand, looked at him suspiciously, "Master, you already mastered the Primary Runes, the mana circuits, and the Runic Inscriptions necessary for the Affinity Rune in these few days?"
Orion gently flicked her forehead, "Stop underestimating your Master."
Rina giggled while placing a hand on her forehead and giving a playful nod. "No wonder you’re shining brighter than the sun this morning. That’s truly a special occasion then!"
Orion chuckled softly, shaking his head. "Enough teasing. Let’s get this bath over quickly—I want to be ready soon."