Chapter 523 Part 4: Swamp Mission
They are likely to be 5th-order monsters. What is causing these phenomena? She thought there weren't many 5th-order monsters in the swamp.
But her assumption turned out to be wrong. There are more than 10 plant monsters here. Instead of approaching the cage, she remained in the same spot.
Her mana reserve is low right now. It's not wise to engage in a fight at this moment. She has a vague feeling that there is something inside the dome-like structure.
She wants to explore it right away. As long as she finds out the reason, she can complete the mission with ease.
"Ha...Ha....Ha.."
"You are here"
Suddenly, a voice came next to her.
Hearing that Carolina widened her eyes in disbelief.
Someone followed her to this place. She turned around and saw someone walking towards her.
When the person got closer, a hint of amazement flashes in her eyes.
"You, what are you doing here?" Carolina blurted out in surprise. Because she recognized the person.
He is none other than Henry Barlow. A few days ago, she saw online posts about him including pictures of him.
"Looks like you have recognized me," Henry replied. He was completely wet and his clothes had become dirty.
For others, it's difficult to recognize his face.
Looking at her surprised expression, he sneered inside.
"You have caused me a lot of trouble. So this will be your final resting place," Henry said before summoning his sword to attack.
A cold shiver went down her spine. She didn't expect to hear something like that from Henry Barlow.
"Are you gone mad?"
"It's against the rules to attack fellow students," Carolina retorted back.
Her mana was low. She can't win against him. Suddenly, Carolina turned towards the plant cage. Only this dangerous place can save her.
When Henry materializes the flame sword. She dashes toward the plant cage.
The plant monsters are active. But they can't move their body because of the entanglement. So they targeted the enemy by using their roots, vines, and poison odor.
When she enters the territory of the plant cage. Carolina quickly covered herself with thorny vines. Right after, many roots and vines dashed toward her.
On the other hand, Henry Barlow also enters the territory by following her. But when he saw the scene in front of him. It was too late for him to back away.
"What the f@ck?" He cursed out loud.
He swings the flame sword to attack the incoming roots and vines.
Right now, two of them are being attacked by the plant monsters. Henry Barlow gritted his teeth in anger. His goal was Carolina. But right now she is engaged in a fight.
Suddenly, he thought of something. An evil grin appeared on his face. Carolina was slightly closer to the cage compared to him. She was surrounded by roots and vines.
But he can escape right now if he wants. Henry finally decided to retreat. It's difficult for Carolina to escape alive.
Even if she does, he can still kill her. Henry decides to wait for her on the outskirts. If she comes back, then he will end her life.
Henry then released another flame sword attack. The blazing flames quickly reach the roots and vines closer to him. By using this opportunity, Henry began to flee from this spot.
On the other hand, Carolina saw the act of his. A hint of relief flashes in her eyes. But at the same time, she remembers the warning words of Vincent.
"It has happened in the end," She said to herself. She underestimated the threat. The attack was not only on Vincent but also on the Sub-Taboo Hall.
She finally realizes her mistake. If she was strong, she doesn't have to worry about their attacks. To think someone has thought of her as weak.
Otherwise, Henry wouldn't have gotten here. Carolina has a desire to get stronger. Back in the inner house, she was rated as a powerful wizard.
But here she has to start from the bottom.
...
From MC's perspective:
[Floor 46: Cleared]
[The next challenge starts in 15 minutes]
The announcement came. Right after, the environment changed and I appeared back in the dark space.
Swish~
The recovery position appeared in front of me. Seeing that a hint of relief flashes in my eyes. This time the wolf monsters tired me out. I never expected them to be this cunning.
I started to realize the monsters are using their intellect like us wizards. It's difficult to fool the monsters again.
What's more worrying is that the wolf monsters are planning as well. So it's becoming even more difficult to fight against the groups.
But I'm not scared. I got stocks of recovery potions. It just hurts to use them in the Trial. After pushing down these thoughts, I summoned the system.
"Show the status panel," I said to the system in mind.
[Ding! The Host's command is recognized.]
[Ding! Level-Up System, 1.1 is ready.]
[Status Panel]
[Host's Name – Vincent Carey]
[Magic Power– Gravity]
[Mage Level – Level 5 Limiter]
[Mental Method- Gravity Ark (Running)]
>>Grade- Earth
>> Rate of absorption – 82%
[Gravity Core status- lvl.5 (94%) (Progressing)]
>> Sacred Core – Gravity core
[Mana Power - 130]
>> Mana Capacity - 700
[Talent – Top Bottom (Upgradeable)]
[Colour – Pale Orange]
[Strength –500(-103)]
[Speed –500(-105)]
[Stamina –500(-104)]
[Vitality – 500(-106)]
[Intelligence – lvl.5 (50)]
[Soul Power – lvl.5 (50)]
[Mental Power - lvl.5 (50(-12))]
[Constitution – lvl.5 (50(-13))]
>> Sacred Gravity Physique (lvl.4(43%))
>>Passive Gravity Pressure (8%)
[Spell Models – 6]
>> 1. Gravity Field (lvl.5)
>>2. Gravity Push (lvl.5)
>>3. Gravity Pull (lvl.5)
>>4. Gravity Blast (lvl.5)
>>5. Repulsive Force (lvl.5)
>>6. Zero Gravity (lvl.5)
[Spell Slots Available - 9]
[Title: Lord of the Gregor Mansion.]
[Storage space items: Silver Storage bracelet, Sword, Dagger, Ancient map, Earth Golem Puppet, Black Star Pendant, Magic Cloak, The Gregor Mansion, Magic artifact, herbs, potions, mana stones and spell books...etc..,]
The status panel appeared. Looking at the reduction in strength. I wasted no time in consuming the recovery potion.