Chapter 809 A Challenge
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At the end, the Gray Fenrir challenge was rather simple… yet at the same time insane.
"You have to fight me and win."
"W-What?!"
Yep, not only Luck reacted like that, but all of us did also . The wolf wanted him to beat him in a fight! Was that even a possible thing? It was as if he was just mocking him!
Luck had indeed grown stronger thanks to the System and our help, but he has yet to even compare to the might of the Fenrir in here.
He has really high standards and wants someone that can beat him to let them inherit the powers of Elise, the older Heroine of Wild Beasts.
That's why he probably just told him to come back later. Maybe he wasn't expecting that much strength, but at least to be capable of slaying Tier 8 monsters by himself.
And due to Luck's insistence, the Fenrir probably decided to "teach him a lesson" and agree, as long as he could accomplish this incredibly ridiculous task.
Naturally, everyone protested.
"Are you insane?!" My father asked. "The kid's still a growing pup! You can't just tell him to beat you! I thought you were a wiser creature, Gray Fenrir."
"Hmph, and did I ask for your opinion, human?" Asked the Gray Fenrir angrily. "I don't have any trust on the bastards that couldn't protect our Queen and ended letting her die… You're unreliable. We regret ever leaving her to your party of foolish kids…"
"T-That's…!" My father was about to argue, but he simply couldn't find words.
I guess he did felt responsible for her death at the end…
"Sigh, cut it off now." My uncle said. "Let's go, it's not like that power is all we need."
"We can come later, Luck." Shade smiled. "You can still grow stronger on the way, and we'll let you have some new weapons too-"
"No…" Luck said, interrupting them. "I don't want to give up… I am tired of running away." He glanced back at the Gray Fenrir. "I'm going to do it… Even if its impossible, even if I die fighting… If I keep running, how can I face Lara?"
"Luck…" Mist sighed. "Wait, you're being reckless! My healing magic has yet to gain the ability to revive!"
"Stop talking nonsense man, that dog's too strong!" Zack said. "Even I know when I can't do it."
"You're bold." Celeste laughed. "I like that attitude."
"Sylphy, should we stop him?" Aquarina asked me. "I'm worried… He'll get himself killed. That Fenrir doesn't look like he has good intentions. I think he has a grudge against our parents… and his children too."
"I know… But I… I don't want to trample on Luck's resolve either." I sighed. "We'll be there watching. If things get too far, we'll stop the fight. Right, dad?"
My father sighed, nodding.
"Fine… Luck, you're one crazy brat." My father sighed.
"Hahaha! He's really doing it?" My uncle laughed a bit.
"Luck… You remind me a bit of Elise now." Shade sighed.
"Hah… HAHAHAHA!" The Gray Fenrir laughed "I didn't expected this young pup to be this bold and reckless! Fine! I was the one that challenged you first. So let us go immediately. Follow me… I'll give you a good lesson, young pup."
The Fenrir and the rest of the gray wolves followed him, as he led us to a large clearing in the middle of many trees. The wolves circled around the clearing, as we stood right there. Luck and the Fenrir stepping into the middle of the area.
Luck gritted his teeth, frowning. I could tell by his breathing, the beating of his heart, and his face that he was really nervous… Yet this was something like a test for him, even if he knew he would lose, he wanted to show the Fenrir his resolve.
Maybe if he showed the wolf his resolve, he would be allowed to take the inheritance. Or so I hope…
"Because I was the one that proposed this, I will go easy on you." The Fenrir smiled. "I won't use Magic, nor any special ability, and nor my jaws either. I will use only my body strength… And my claws."
"…Fine." Luck sighed, still just as nervous. Even with such a handicap, I don't think it was possible.
Briefly, I checked his Status.
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<System>
[System Owner]: [Luck Blacktail]
[Magic Circle]: [Tier 2: Rank 1: Beast Master Rune Magic Circle]
[Physique]: [Tier 2: Rank 4: Apprentice Beast King Physique]
[Level]: [0/20] -> [20/20]
[EXP]: [--/--]
[Class]: [Wild Fighter]
[Subclass]: [Creature Magician]
[HP]: [1550/1550] -> [2750/2750]
[MP]: [4240/4240] -> [5240/5240]
[Strength]: [1250] -> [1450]
[Defense]: [530] -> [1130]
[Magic]: [650] -> [1250]
[Resistance]: [550] -> [1150]
[Agility]: [1320] -> [1520]
[Luck]: [1000] -> [1600]
[Charm]: [700] -> [1300]
[Skills]: [Anima: Black Wolf Tribe: Lv1] [Divine Protection: Lv1] [Hunting: Lv3] [Keen Beast Senses: Lv2] [Butchering: Lv2] [Forager: Lv3] [Heavenly Divine Beast King: Lv1] [Divine Beast Transformation: Lv2] [Divine Beast Magic: Lv1] [Divine Beast Spirit Summon: Lv1] [Divine Beast Aura: Lv1] [Divine Claw Arts: Lv1]
[Divine Protections]: [Rhea, The Chief Goddess of Nature, Life, and Maternity] [Golden Tiger, Divine Beast King of Light] [??? (Yet to Awaken)] [??? (Yet to Awaken)] [??? (Yet to Awaken)]
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He has become at least double as strong as he was before, the leveling really helped, but he's still no match for the Gray Fenrir… Of course, if I don't allow him to Rank Up.
"This is your last chance to forfeit." Said the Gray Wolf, his Aura exuding naturally, even without him using magic. His eyes glowed bright red. "You're not worthy yet, and I won't hold back."
"…I don't give a fuck." Luck said, his eyes glowing fiercely, as his aura continued growing, his fur became gold, and his claws grew much larger. All of his stats increased through this transformation. "I'll beat you, or die trying… I'm not doing this for myself, but for Lara."
"Heh, well then, prove that resolve of yours with your actions, brat!" Roared the Fenrir.
Both rushed against one another, clashing.
CRAAAAASH!!!
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