NOVEL WEB Chapter 15: Chapter 15
Chapter 15
Adam hurried through the blazing streets, the weight of the soul stones in his bag a reminder of his success and his peril. All the shadows seemed stretched and pale as if they knew of his new possessions. Holding his cloak low, his steps light but deliberate, he made his way to the simple shelter he had guarded against the sun.
The joy of the successful trade was still there, but so was the sadness. Thirty-five thousand soul stones That was enough to draw attention to him in both worlds. He had to move slowly.
In the shelter, Adam closed the door and activated the small security relays he had installed. The blue glow of the sheltered beauty enveloped the room, giving him a moment of peace. He placed the box on the table and opened it to examine the stones again.
"One step closer," he whispered, a small, satisfied smile playing on his lips.
sit down, Adam began to analyze his next move. Buying a staff was a calculated risk, a risk that paid off. But now came the hard part - building on that success while staying under the radar.
He needed to have the skills to hide his identity and his presence. Something that would allow him to move between two worlds without leaving a trace.
Adam opened the system interface and began scrolling through a small set of skills.
"Not sure," Adam muttered and hung up.
He leaned back and considered his options. The skill books weren't in the main world - not yet. But in the other world there are many more treasures. He can if he finds a skill book that focuses on theft, he will have the power to merge with the shadows and disappear all if necessary.
The next morning Adam went to the other world. This transition always caused the skin to appear pale, like a shadow. His lightning struck the forest, the tall trees rustling softly in the fresh air.
It always seemed like that world was alive with the main world. The air was fresher here, the colors were brighter. It was a bad thing, yes, but it was also the place where you felt most comfortable.
He pulled the hood and started driving to a nearby village. His destination was a black market known for its large collection of magic books. If he was lucky, he would find what he needed without Too much attention
The bazaar was bustling with temporary and permanent stalls, the air filled with the scent of perfume and the murmur of many trades. Merchants sold rare and desirable goods, their voices competing to be heard over the noise.
Adamu moved and examined the items on display. Most of the items were junk—low-level items for the lonely. But sometimes he sees something bigger: a set of weapons With slow, blazing flashes, the weapons glow as if they were alive.
Finally he finds what he's looking for—a shop tucked away in a shady corner with an entrance flanked by two stone gates.
The shopkeeper, a thin man with piercing eyes, looks up, and Adam enters. "Looking for something special?"
Adam's voice trailed off. "Skills. "something useful"
The man studied him for a moment before nodding. He reached under the counter and withdrew a small amount. The book had a simple cover, but the strength of its contents was undeniable.
"This is the [Shadows of the Past]. It's not flashy, but it does what you need it to do - it hides you from view and most of the quest skills. rare find
Adam's breathing quickened. "How much?"
The shopkeeper said in a matter-of-fact, but firm, "Seven thousand spirit stones."
Adam didn't move. He counted the stones and handed them over quietly. The salesman examined them for a moment before sliding the book onto the counter.
"Use it wisely," the 4,444 man said.
Adam returned to his shelter and opened the book, the glow of the pages illuminating his face.
Acquired: [Shadow Barrier]>
words appeared on his UI, along with a brief moment of power. Adam closed his eyes and focused on the new skill.
He turned it on and the room turned. His presence, his image, fades away It blends well with shadows. It was as if he had become a ghost, untouched and unseen.
A slow smile spread across his face. This was exactly what he needed.
Auction It was a bold move, but now, with the [curtain of Shadows] in his possession, Adam could take the following steps with complete confidence and stealth.