Infinite Paths: The Raging Phoenix
Chapter 1187 - 1187: Loopholes

The Magic Weapons Path leveled up.

The Magic Weapons Path leveled up.

The Magic Weapons Path leveled up.

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That had been a good exercise… Rain didn't move from his spot even a bit, but the continuous attacks made the path gain some levels. It was only obvious since Rain forced all the members of his squad to fight him.

They also realized that even someone of his caliber didn't feel satisfied with his abilities… even though he fought using the same ten swords against all of them, and they didn't suffer a single crack.

"Now he is just showing off," Seara said while watching that from a distance.

"Well, he should have a plan of some sort… even when his actions seem nonsensical, that is usually the case," Terra said. "Let's hope that this will become the change that we all need with his current mindset."

Eventually, the warriors got up for round two. They were showing their guts, so Rain answered them appropriately by kicking their asses again.

"Well, what do you think?" Rain asked when he approached Orzlan.

"This much we can take… as long as it makes us stronger and takes us to freedom," Orzlan asked.

"That is what I wanted to hear," Rain said while grinning.

The following day came with a noticeable change in the warriors' demeanor. The spirit displayed by Rain's squad during the previous training sessions had a contagious effect, spreading to other groups within the town. It seemed that witnessing their comrades push through the intense exercises with determination had inspired a newfound resolve among the other warriors.

As night fell, the training grounds outside the town were loud with activity. The clashes of magic weapons, the echoes of spells, and the shouts of determination created a sound that echoed through the darkness. The training continued for long periods, with squads enduring the exercises well into the night.

The fatigue from these rigorous sessions became evident as people woke up the next day, their bodies aching but their spirits resilient. The shared struggle brought a sense of camaraderie among the warriors, fostering another collective determination to overcome the challenges ahead.

After a couple of days of intense training, Regis sent reinforcements, confirming that things were relatively stable in the previous zone. The arrival of additional warriors provided a boost to their overall strength, and the collective effort to improve continued.

However, despite the positive developments, there was still no sign of Esmeralda and her family. The absence weighed on the minds of the group, creating an undercurrent of concern and uncertainty, but things weren't as difficult as before since Rain, Terra, and Seara were helping the humans who were struggling in their ways, even among those who weren't in their squad.

Sealyn noticed that her father was taking the reins of things slowly… he wasn't planning to just take charge all of a sudden. That was fine with her, but it was time for another meeting.

"It is time for us to decide our next steps," Sealyn declared. "We have been here for almost two weeks… it is time to at least test the castle and the challenges inside."

"We don't have to complete the challenge now, right?" Jori asked. "Just gathering information about the fights and the king will be enough, but…"

"The issue is that to lose, one has to die… they will appear here outside completely fine, but it is undeniable that they have to die first in order to come back instead of proceeding to the next stage," Sealyn said.

While most of them had faced life-threatening situations and didn't necessarily fear death, the unique circumstances of the challenges presented a problematic aspect. It wasn't merely the act of dying and respawning that concerned them, but the potential impact on their psyche.

After engaging in conversations with the people of the town, Rain and his companions learned that some individuals had experienced the sensation of dying multiple times during their attempts at the challenges. The constant cycle of death and rebirth took a toll on their mental well-being. The pain and trauma associated with death, even if it led to a seemingly unharmed return, had powerful effects.

It became evident that the psychological toll of repeatedly facing death, only to be brought back to life, had pushed some individuals to a breaking point. Exhausted and demoralized, they eventually succumbed to the allure of working for the mysterious king, the suspicious figure responsible for subjecting them to this unnerving cycle.

While gathering information about the castle and the challenges inside was crucial, the potential psychological consequences couldn't be overlooked. The group needed to approach the situation with caution, considering not only the physical but also the mental well-being of those undertaking the challenges.

"We don't have to send a group, just someone strong enough to reach the king, right?" Rain asked. "I have experience with death, so I can go."

"While that is true… I have the feeling that you will somehow win, even if you aren't strong enough," Sealyn said while rubbing her chin thoughtfully. "We should send someone else."

"Well, I want to insist on that since I have confidence in my analytical skills," Rain said. "Besides, I don't plan on reaching the next zone until I complete my set of weapons."

While a bit worried, no one could deny that Rain was the best person for the job… with the help of Elisabetha, he could take down even the first dragons by himself. Besides, there were some loopholes in that kind of situation that they could use, and Rain was planning to as well… in fact, he couldn't wait to test them.

"I am supposed to be making the decisions here since I am the leader of the frontlines…" Sealyn said with a serious expression on her face. "That being said, you make a fair point, and since no one has the confidence to step up and say that they have better analytical skills than you, we will go with your plan."

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