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I couldn't believe my eyes; the entire area had converged into a single plant that transformed into a monstrous entity. It was a creature with massive, long claws, composed entirely of vines and trees. Its appearance resembled a Drake, with a waterfall flowing down its back. - "This is a Valley Omen!!" one of the students screamed. - "An S+-rank monster. I've seen it in books, but this is impossible. Wasn't this an A-rank dungeon?" The students began to panic. - "Beatrix, Raynor, get everyone out of here and don't even look back!" I shouted. I turned to the Valley Omen and smiled. - "Come on then." The Valley Omen roared, echoing across the entire area. Giant vines emerged from its body and began heading toward me. I dodged the vines, using the wind to steady myself in the air. The Valley Omen opened its giant mouth, and mists poured out. - "Alex, watch out, the mists are poisonous," Raynor sent a mental message. I used the wind to retreat backward; the students had already c
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Ever since Beatrix set me down, I hadn't been able to come to my senses; that scene kept popping into my mind, and my face was flushing red. Laena asked me with a worried tone if I was alright, and I answered defensively, confirming I was fine, while my eyes drifted involuntarily toward Beatrix. I caught her fleeting glance and immediately averted my face to the other side, pretending to be busy.Raynor burst into hysterical laughter inside my mind, mocking my condition and claiming my emotions had overflowed and were about to expose me, calling me a dragon who had lived two lives yet was flustered by a simple situation! I mentally fought back against his teasing, asserting that this had nothing to do with love, but failing to find a suitable argument to counter him, I put an end to his debate while cursing my luck for landing me in this position.We resumed our march toward the dungeon, and I found myself leaning on Laena for support. Raynor launched a new wave of mockery inside my m
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Beatrix and I headed toward the campsite; the others had already finished setting up their tents. Professor Brid asked if we had brought firewood, and I pulled it out from my dimension rune, assuring him it would be enough for tonight.I lit the fire, and Professor Brid prepared dinner for us. I complimented his skills, and he laughed softly, explaining that living alone forced him to become good at it. A student asked about tomorrow's plan, and the professor explained that we would explore an A-rank dungeon to gather medicinal herbs for our classes.Surprised, I asked if there was a dungeon nearby, and he confirmed it was an A-rank dungeon. In both my past and present lives, I had never stepped inside a dungeon, as my work was strictly protecting people as a mercenary.Laena expressed her lifelong dream of becoming an adventurer, but the professor warned that despite its romantic appeal, it was extremely dangerous. He was right; my interactions wi
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ALEXThe sunlight hit my face and forcefully woke me from my deep sleep. When I woke up, I looked around, but Riyoda had already awoken long ago, made his bed, and gone to class.ALEX (thinking)"Being exempt from classes is such a great feeling."I threw myself back onto the bed. A knock came at the door; I stood up and opened it. It was Beatrix.BEATRIX (smiling)"Good morning."ALEX"Good morning," I replied. "Did something happen?"Beatrix didn't normally come here unless there was a reason.BEATRIX"Yes, today as the Disciplinary Committee we're going into the dungeon with the students, so you need to get ready right away."Beatrix was trying to peek into my room with her eyes.ALEX"Would you like to come in?" I asked.BEATRIX"No, I'll wait for you here."I ignored Beatrix, grabbed her arm, and pulled her inside. Beatrix's face flushed red.BEATRIX (looking embarrassedly)"Why did you do that...?"ALEX"If you waited outside, people might think you're a creep."Beatrix looked i
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Jasmine took this as an opportunity and shot spears made of ice. Beatrix couldn't dodge this horizontally.ALEX (raising his voice)"Use your technique quickly to gain height!"Beatrix heard me and created steps under her feet once again, leaping high into the air. Before Jasmine could realize what was happening, Beatrix shot rapid lightning attacks toward her. Although Jasmine created a shield of ice for herself, she still couldn't escape the attack. Jasmine had lost.BEATRIX (extending her hand)"Congratulations, it was a good match."Beatrix extended her hand to Jasmine. Jasmine took her hand and got up, then they walked over to us.BEATRIX"Thanks for the help, but it would be better if you didn't interfere next time, Rey."AXEL (looking at us in shock)"Rey?"Beatrix tried to change the subject quickly:"Ah, Axel, would you like to spar with him?"ALEX"Ah, if it's fine with him, why not."AXEL"It would be an honor for me, Sir Alex."ALEX"Let's begin then."We entered the train
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I was truly fortunate to have someone like her by my side, always offering me a helping hand.LEANA (hesitantly and embarrassedly)"Rey..."ALEX (curiously)"What is it?"LEANA"Actually... can I take Raynor with me?"I smiled at her and said:"You don't need to ask, you can take him whenever you want."Laena smiled, and Raynor transferred from my shadow to hers immediately.LEANA (waving her hand)"I'll be going then."Laena left the room.BEATRIX (smiling)"You have a truly wonderful fiancée."ALEX"Yes, I know."Beatrix's purple eyes dropped with hidden sadness, so I turned to her and asked:"Are you alright?"BEATRIX (with the same smile)"Yes, I'm fine."ALEX"If you have any problem or want to talk, I'm always here."Beatrix turned her head away again and said softly:"Okay..."I smiled, and suddenly my eyes opened to f
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