Chapter 8: Chapter 8
Chapter 8
Another world welcomed Adam with a blend of beauty and evil. The red sky hung like a curtain of fire, the wind roared with power. Adam held the key to the entrance, his mind busy with the map he had compiled during a sleepless night.
bonus skill books here - things that were not in the original world. If he could protect them and bring them down safely, he could change the rigid hierarchy of the Awakener. on his head
Adam muttered to himself, adjusting his belt.
The world's great marketplace was a melting pot of creatures and people that Adam had read about in stories. Tall beasts traded for weapons, their voices echoing, while cloaked figures rustled over the glittering objects. Every corner seemed to be a blast of raw power.
Adam's goal was a booth where he The labyrinthine bazaar setup of its owner, a skilled and knowledgeable merchant named Garth, purported to trade in rare goods, including skill books.
Approaching Adam, Gerlath's gaze settled on him, a cruel grin spreading across his face. "Again, little wanderer?"
"I'm looking for something special," Adam said, his voice still unsteady.
"Aren't we all?" Gerlath leaned forward, his voice dropping to a thoughtful whisper. "How much do you charge? range?"
Adam pulled a small pouch from his bag and found some power stones. Gerlett's eyes lit up, but he quickly hid his surprise.
"Okay. But skill books are an upgrade, buddy. What kind are you looking for?"
" tools. "It's a skill," Adam replied. Combat skills can be a major focus in the main world.
Gerlath tapped his chin before reaching under the counter. He took out a small leather bag Tom, the cover shining.
"This will improve visibility. Not flashy, but very affordable in the right hands. "
Adam read the book and his mind was awakened. This can be the first step - a simple benefit that will not immediately cause suspicion.
"How much?"
"To you, little wanderer, three stones."
Adam's hand stuck to the bag. The hill was steep, but he shook his head. "The Agreement."
as he dropped the stones and pocketed the book. Greet laughed even harder. "Have fun shopping. Be careful. Rare items attract deadly hunters. "
Adam did not hesitate. As he walked away from the market, the weight of the skill book in his bag was both exciting and terrifying.
Adam looked at a book in his living room under the light of a table lamp. The original world had never seen anything like it. So, here's his secret—a secret that can change everything.