Chapter 169: Club Gather
Chapter 169: Club Gather
Viren simply shrugged, smiling broadly. “Only time will tell, young Helstorm. Either way, congratulations again. Take today’s lesson deeply to heart. Reflect upon it and use it as a foundation for future progress.”
“I will,” Orion replied earnestly, bowing his head slightly in gratitude. “Thank you, Instructor.”
With their conversation concluded, Orion turned away, his body feeling lighter now despite the exhaustion from the battles.
The soft breeze carried away the last of his tension as he began wandering slowly through the academy’s pristine pathways, taking in the gentle beauty of the evening scenery.
The sprawling gardens and carefully maintained park areas around the academy provided a soothing contrast to the intensity of his recent battles.
Flowers of vibrant colors swayed gently, their fragrance mingling pleasantly with the cooling air. Students passed by him occasionally, casting curious glances in his direction, already whispering quietly among themselves, likely about his recent tower attempt as his name was refreshed on the ranking board.
Orion didn’t pay them much mind, absorbed instead by his own reflections. He considered every battle he had fought, every Echo he’d faced—especially the one that had decisively halted his climb.
That last fight had left an especially vivid impression upon him, pushing his limits to the edge and beyond.
[How does your first defeat taste, Master?]
‘…Quite bitter to be honest. All these questions in my head—”Would I have won if I had used Dragon Instinct?” “Would I have won if I had used Dragon’s Might?” “Would I have been hurt if I had more experience?”—is making me feel bitter and bitter.’
[…You tried your best, Master. That place is for training as well. If you only rely on your Dragon Instinct, then you won’t be able to truly learn your basics.]