Infinite Paths: The Raging Phoenix
Chapter 1188 - 1188: Heavy Guardian

Since Rain had taken the title of the king of grinding, he managed to save up twenty thousand points in the last two weeks. Enough for two rounds on the castle… Still, he decided to buy five more equipment to make him a bit tougher. He wasn't planning to use his real strength in the castle for now since his goal was to gather some intel about the king, after all.

Name: Rainendall

Level: 62 (1300/5200)

Class: Heavy Guardian

Health: 3720/3720

Mana: 100/100

Stamina: 100/100

Strength: 255 + 310

Dexterity: 10 + 186

Intelligence: 10 + 248

Vitality: 10 + 372

Wisdom: 10

Endurance: 10

Spells: Mana Bullet Lv Max, Fireball Lv Max, Fire Blade Lv Max, Ice Shield Lv Max

Techniques: Heavy Slash Lv Max, Vital Strike Lv Max, Power Shot Lv Max, Shield Charge Lv Max, Heavy Stance Lv Max, Health Increase Lv Max

Traits: Eagle Eyes Lv Max, Sword Master Lv Max, Assassin Lv Max, Brute Force Lv Max, Iron Skin Lv Max, Bronze Skin Lv Max, Steel Skin Lv Max,

"I am starting to look annoyed at this system… it isn't clean at all," Rain thought.

"At least you don't have to waste time managing, setting up, and taking out skills," Elisabetha said. "Anyway, wouldn't it be better to take Sakaki with you?"

"Seara is getting used to handling the javelin, and I also want her to focus on long-ranged attacks with lightning magic," Rain said. "Besides, your anger is quite troublesome. Your landmines are too easy to step in, so it would bother me if she were to awaken the Wrath's path as well."

"It is really unnerving the fact that I can't deny any of that," Elisabetha said and then sighed.

Rain used his mana on her a bunch of times to clear the corruption, but since they killed a bunch of monsters with the corrupt power of the first dragons, and since Rain had other uses for his mana, they didn't make much progress. Elisabetha was really a handful, and while she was unrivaled when it came to fighting beasts with corrupt power, she was hopeless at everything else.

On the other hand, the annoying Nigel was starting to shine in Sealyn's hands. Their powers complemented each other since they worked with water and ice magic only. Nigel enhanced her powers, and he gained more power when she used mana, and the more she used mana, the more her skills improved as well… She might as well be increasing the distance of power between her and Rain even more.

"At least let me get some grey hair before my kids surpass me…" Rain thought and then sighed.

"Are you ready?" Jori asked when Rain finally arrived at the entrance of the castle. "Everyone is so cold. No one came here to wish you good luck. Sucks to be you."

"Well, it is fine. I will succeed anyway," Rain shrugged. "They know that too."

Jori observed Rain as they stood at the entrance of the castle, with a bit of confusion evident in his expression. Rain was full of confidence, a stark contrast to the last few months when he seemed reluctant to take on a leadership role. Jori couldn't help but wonder why Rain couldn't apply the same confidence to all aspects of his life.

In his interactions with Rain over the past weeks, Jori had noticed a gradual improvement in his friend's mindset. Yet, there was a lingering sense that Rain still had a long way to go before fully reclaiming the title of the commander he once was.

Jori recalled the Rain's journey over fifteen years ago, a brilliant strategist and leader who excelled in all fields of life, relentlessly improving himself while never neglecting his family.

As he observed Rain preparing for the challenges within the castle, Jori couldn't help but wish to see that inspiring figure. The commander who tackled every obstacle with determination and skill, balancing his responsibilities as a leader and a family man. Jori wanted to see that side of Rain once again, the one who inspired not only those around him but also his closest friends.

He took a moment to reflect on the journey they had undertaken together, from the time Rain was just an eight-year-old to until he reached potential to the pinnacle of commanding prowess. Jori wanted to witness that rebirth, that unwavering commitment to growth and leadership that had defined Rain for so many years.

It wasn't just about conquering challenges within the castle; it was about reclaiming the essence of the commander who had left an indelible mark on Jori's life.

"Anyway, I still will wish you good luck," Jori said.

"Thanks, I am made of ten percent of luck anyway," Rain said.

Before long, Rain chose the option on the board to challenge the castle, and as soon as that happened. He was engulfed by an insanely fast flash of light in the shape of an X. Jori blinked several times after he witnessed that… that was the power of their real enemies.

"This was the teleportation… it wasn't like the portals," Rain thought.

In an instant, Rain found himself at the heart of the castle, the transition between the outside and inside seamless. The sudden change in scenery left him momentarily disoriented, but as his surroundings came into focus, he looked at the grandeur of the interior.

The castle's interior was vast yet elegantly simple. The space had a circular layout, providing an ideal arena for long and intense battles. The walls were adorned with intricate patterns, hinting at the ancient and mysterious nature of the structure. Torches lined the periphery, casting flickering shadows across the polished floor.

When Rain finished looking around, he saw something like a tall golden throne on the other side of the room… and he found a shadowy figure sitting there. While furrowing his eyebrows, he approached the throne of the so-called king… it was time to look in the eye of the person in charge of that zone…

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