Chapter 401: 16 Year Old Inglis and the Highland on Distance Sea (10)
Runes were not absolutely determined by the first Baptism and could evolve into more powerful ones after much effort. Apparently, Prince Winsel Alucard, Lahti's brother, also experienced such evolution. So, it wasn't impossible, but witnessing it like this was the first time for them.
“U-, unbelievable… I’m a Special Grade Rune…”
Leone was taken aback, staring at the Special Grade Rune on the back of her right hand.
“Congratulations, Leone. Isn’t that great?”
Among Rafinia, Leone, and Liselotte, Leone was the most diligent in training, so it might be natural for her to reach this point. She consistently trained well and had been through various battles since enrolling in the Knight Academy. These experiences had steadily expanded Leone's strength.
“Inglis… Y-, yes…! Thank you!”
“Let’s have more mock battles with heaps of Artifacts later, okay? I’m sure it would be good training.”
Inglis smiled excitedly. She was glad that Leone, her most frequent training partner, was now an owner of a Special Grade Rune. The intensity and quality of training with Leone would also increase.
“D-, don’t be too hard on me, okay…? Having a Special Grade Rune doesn’t suddenly make me more powerful, after all…”