Chapter 46
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I STARED blankly at the ceiling, the lingering haze of sleep slowly fading from my mind. The soft rustle of leaves caught my attention, drawing my gaze toward the table near the corner of the room. There, Mire’s collection of herbs—gathered late last night—lay neatly arranged, their vibrant greens a stark contrast to the dark wood beneath them.
Curious, I dragged myself out of bed and shuffled toward the table. My fingers brushed against the crinkled pages of notes, which sat beside the herbs. Picking them up, I flipped through the first few pages. The handwriting was precise, almost too elegant for such a technical subject.
“The introduction of some herbs, their names, uses, and… other things,” I muttered to myself, squinting at the text. The detailed diagrams and complex terminologies blurred together, making my head ache. “I can’t even understand half of this. But if I want to master alchemy, I’ll have to learn eventually.”
Flipping further, I found lists of ingredients: healing elixirs, fire resistance potions, and others I didn’t recognize. I exhaled sharply, the weight of it all pressing on my shoulders.
“What a hassle.” The frustration slipped from my lips as I closed the notes with a faint thud, resting my head in my palm.
As if sensing my discontent, the room brightened with a sudden, shimmering glow.
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A new predicament has emerged!
Ascend Beyond Limits
Dedicate two months to rigorous training and unlock the full extent of your abilities.
Reward: Significant power level boost, exclusive title, and additional mysterious benefits.
Failure: A forfeited chance to advance, leaving you exposed to looming dangers.
Decide your course with great caution!
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The holographic message floated before me, its gilded edges pulsing softly. My lips curled into a faint smirk. “So… I’m stuck here for two months, huh? Not the worst thing that could happen.”
No sooner had the thought crossed my mind than another message appeared.
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You will undergo ten distinct training sessions within this period. Each session comes with its own set of rewards!
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“That doesn’t sound too bad,” I murmured, nodding to myself.
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Completing one training session will immediately unlock the next. Progress steadily toward mastery!
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Before I could process the full implications, the holograph flickered and reformed, revealing yet another message.
BINABASA MO ANG
To be the Villainess
Fantasy𝕮𝖍𝖗𝖔𝖓𝖎𝖛𝖆𝖑𝖊 𝕯𝖚𝖔𝖑𝖔𝖌𝖞 𝐈 Faerie thought she was making the right choice when she married the man of her dreams-until that choice turned into a nightmare. Trapped in a loveless marriage, locked away in a basement, and ultimately left to...
