Chapter 48: A Calculated Choice
Marcus stood still, staring at the twin runes glowing before him. He ran a hand down his face, then let out a low, humorless laugh that slowly built into something fuller—half-relief, half disbelief.
"The system has to be kidding me... right?"
His voice echoed faintly off the scorched stone around him.
"Took me way too long to think about this."
He spoke through a crooked smile, already tapping the glowing panel without hesitation. The moment his finger connected with the screen, he selected the 'Arcane Gifted Rune', the decision firm in his mind.
[Rune Creation Update]
[Currently Learned]:
Mana Efficiency Rune (Created) (B+) (Passive)
Fire Rune (Learned) (C)
Combustion Rune (Created) (A+)
Advanced Healing Rune (Created) (A-)