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HollarTishAuthor's Note First of all, I want to sincerely apologize to everyone who has been waiting patiently for new chapters. I'm truly sorry for disappearing over the past few months without any updates. A lot happened in my personal life, and unfortunately, I wasn't able to continue writing during that period. Even so, seeing your comments, support, and patience reminded me why I started this journey in the first place. I'm finally back, and I'm happy to say that daily updates will begin from now on. I'll do my best to stay consistent and continue bringing Theo's journey to life without long breaks again. Thank you for believing in Astral Devourer: Rise of the Forbidden King. Your support means more to me than words can express. Welcome back to the adventure, and I hope you enjoy the chapters ahead! With gratitude, HollarTish
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Chapter 33: The Captain's Warning
The six second-year students led the way across the academy grounds without saying another word. Theo and Kyle followed a few steps behind, drawing curious glances from every student they passed. Quiet conversations sprang up in their wake, only to fade once they had moved farther down the stone pathway.As they crossed into another section of the academy, Theo noticed subtle differences almost immediately. The buildings appeared older and sturdier, while the training fields bore countless scars from intense battles. Second-year students walked with calm confidence, their movements disciplined and purposeful. Unlike the lively atmosphere surrounding the freshmen, very few voices disturbed the silence here.Kyle leaned closer, keeping his voice low enough that only Theo could hear."Do you think we should've refused?"Theo shook his head slightly."If they wanted to threaten us, they wouldn't have approached us in front of everyone."Kyle considered those words before nodding."I guess
Chapter 32: The First Lesson
A sharp electronic alarm echoed through Dormitory Three, shattering the quiet stillness of the morning. One after another, students stirred awake as the academy officially welcomed the start of another training day.Theo slowly opened his eyes, taking a deep breath before sitting upright on his bed. Golden sunlight filtered through the window, bathing the room in a warm glow. The soreness lingering from yesterday's battle had vanished completely, leaving his body feeling lighter than ever.A familiar blue screen materialized before him.[Daily Quest Completed.][Reward: 10 EXP.][Current EXP: 3520/4000.]A faint smile crossed Theo's face. The reward wasn't large, but every point brought him one step closer to reaching Level 8.Before he could stand, a loud growl escaped his stomach."Grrr..."Theo blinked in surprise, instinctively placing a hand over his abdomen. The hunger was far stronger than yesterday, as though he hadn't eaten in days.Zero's calm voice sounded inside his mind.
Chapter 31: Hidden Growth
Theo and Kyle walked side by side through the quiet academy corridor, leaving behind the crowd that still buzzed with excitement over the fight. Every few steps, they passed groups of students whispering among themselves, their curious gazes lingering on Theo before quickly looking away. News spread quickly inside the Military Academy, and by tomorrow, everyone would probably know that a first-year had defeated a second-year.Kyle stole another glance at his roommate before shaking his head with a helpless smile. "I still can't believe you beat him. Lucas has been bullying new recruits since the semester started."Theo shrugged as though the victory meant little."He lost because he stopped thinking. Anger makes people careless."Kyle laughed softly. "You make it sound so simple.""It wasn't," Theo replied honestly. "If he had stayed calm, the fight would have been much harder."The answer only made Kyle admire him even more. Most people would have bragged after defeating an older stu
Chapter 30: The First Battle
Theo lowered his center of gravity, settling into the balanced stance Mack had drilled into him through countless hours of relentless training. The corridor fell deathly silent. Dozens of students watched without daring to breathe as the frightened first-year stumbled backward after the senior finally released his shirt. Curious whispers rippled through the growing crowd, and more students gathered to witness the confrontation. Few believed a newly admitted recruit could stand against an older cadet, especially one who had already built a reputation among the first-years. The senior cracked his neck before rolling his shoulders, an arrogant grin spreading across his face. A faint ripple of Internal Energy flowed around his body, forcing several nearby students to instinctively step away. "You've still got time to kneel and apologize," he sneered. "First-years who don't know their place usually spend their evenings in the infirmary. Protection fees aren't optional. They're tuition,
Chapter 29: Knowledge Has Value
The towering shelves of the Military Library stretched farther than Theo had first imagined, each one packed with centuries of humanity's collected knowledge. Thick military records stood beside combat manuals, while detailed encyclopedias on Demonic Beasts occupied entire sections of the vast hall. The quiet atmosphere was broken only by the occasional rustle of turning pages and the soft footsteps of students searching for their next book.Theo moved from shelf to shelf with growing fascination. Unlike the crowded training grounds outside, this place offered something equally valuable. Knowledge. Every book revealed another piece of the world he had only recently stepped into.He immersed himself in volumes explaining Internal Energy, military formations, battlefield tactics, and the classification of Demonic Beasts. Whenever he encountered an unfamiliar term, he reached for another reference book instead of moving on, determined to understand every detail. The deeper he read, the m
Chapter 28: The Military Library
Morning sunlight filtered through the wide dormitory window, bathing Theo's room in a warm golden glow. The academy grounds were already alive with activity as groups of students hurried along the stone pathways below, their conversations blending with the distant clang of metal from the training fields. Unlike the quiet streets of Bedrock High, every corner of the Military Academy pulsed with purpose. Theo stretched before climbing out of bed, feeling more refreshed than he had in days. Yesterday's discoveries still lingered in his mind, refusing to fade. Every answer Zero had given him had only uncovered an even greater mystery, leaving him eager to learn what else the world had been hiding from him. His eyes drifted toward the neatly folded academy uniform hanging beside the wardrobe. As he changed, last night's conversation replayed vividly inside his head. Essence Core. Essence Reservoir. Essence Absorption. A faint smile appeared on his face. "The Library Quest..." Almos
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