Knox didn't bother watching the rest of the tournament since everyone he knew had been knocked out. However, he heard that Henry had won the tournament, just like he had the previous year. He realized that if he wanted to become strong one day, he had to level up, which meant taking more quests and killing more monsters.
The school vacation is in a week. Despite the relaxing nature of vacations, Knox knew he wanted to make the most of his time off by being productive. With the upcoming three-month break on the horizon, he was determined to use this time to work hard towards his personal goals. Knox was motivated to use this opportunity to its fullest potential. He saw this vacation as a chance to recharge his batteries and return to his daily routine with renewed energy and purpose.
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“Are you sure you want to go alone?” Sara questioned Knox.
“Yeah, I can’t keep relying on two beautiful ladies to save me every time now, can I?”
Sara chuckled and shook her head. "You always have a way with words, Knox," she said. "But seriously, be careful out there. You're getting stronger daily, but that doesn't mean you're invincible. Don't hesitate to ask for help if you need it."
“I know; I do not plan on doing anything I can’t handle, so don't worry,” he reassured her.
“Take care, Knox. Have a productive and safe vacation,” Sara said with a smile.
“Thanks, Sara. I'll make sure to keep you updated on my progress,” Knox replied with a grin.
“Please do,” Sara said. “And don't forget to have some fun too.”
“Of course not. I'll see you in a few months.”
“Goodbye, Knox,” Sara said.
“Goodbye, Sara,” Knox said, waving as he walked away. He greeted Jade as well and then headed off toward the Adventures Guild.
As Knox arrived at the Adventures Guild, he approached the reception desk and greeted the guild master. "Good morning, sir. I'm Knox. I'm looking for a quest to take on during the school vacation."
The guild master smiled and replied, "Good morning, Knox. I have just the quest for you. We've received reports of a group of bandits causing trouble on the outskirts of the town. They've been attacking travelers and stealing their belongings. We need someone to take care of them before they cause more harm."
Knox nodded, feeling eager for the challenge. "I'm up for it. What do I need to do?"
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The guild master handed him a mission scroll with all the details and instructions. "Take this scroll and read through it carefully. It contains all the information you need. Once you're ready, head out to the location marked on the map and take care of those bandits. Good luck, Knox." Knox thanked him and left the guild, feeling excited and ready for his next adventure.
Knox left the guild and headed home to prepare for the mission. He grabbed his gear, packed some supplies, and set off on his journey to the location marked on the map. As he walked through the forest, he couldn't help but think about the bandits and their motives for attacking innocent travelers.
After a few hours of walking, Knox finally arrived at the location and saw the bandits' hideout. He knew he had to be careful, so he decided to scout the area first to gather some information about their numbers and strength. After a while, he discovered five bandits, all armed with swords and daggers.
Knox's heart was racing as he faced the bandits. He knew they were experienced fighters, but he was determined to protect the innocent travelers who had fallen prey to these thieves. One of the bandits charged at him with a sword, but Knox quickly dodged the attack and countered with a swift kick to the bandit's chest, sending him sprawling.
The other bandits circled around him, their weapons at the ready. Knox took a deep breath and focused his mind. He could feel his reflexes sharpening and his senses becoming more acute as he prepared for the fight.
The bandits came at him with a flurry of attacks, but Knox could easily dodge and weave through them. He countered with punches and kicks, knocking one of the bandits back with a powerful roundhouse. Another bandit charged at him with a dagger, but Knox could disarm him with a swift strike to his wrist, causing the dagger to clatter to the ground.
Despite his efforts, the bandits refused to surrender, and the fight intensified. Knox knew he had no choice but to use lethal force to protect himself and the innocent travelers. With a fierce battle cry, he attacked the bandits with all his strength, taking them down individually.
The battle was over as quickly as it had begun, and Knox stood panting, his body slick with sweat. He looked at the defeated bandits, knowing he had done what he had to do to protect others. He slumped over, throwing up. Knox despised taking lives; the mere sight of it sickened him.
Killed Human Level:2. Experience gained
Killed Human Level:4. Experience gained
Killed Human Level:1. Experience gained
Killed Human Level:5. Experience gained
Killed Human Level:2. Experience gained
Level up
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Level: 5
Titles:
None
Achievements:
None
Skills:
Double Tap: Makes any hit, hit twice. Uses 5 Mana per use
Goblin rage: Increases all stats by 5. Uses 1 Mana per second.
Stat Points Available: 5
Speed; 10
Strength; 9
Endurance; 10
Durability; 2
Mind; 7
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He split his stat points between Mana and Durability.
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Level: 5
Titles:
None
Achievements:
None
Skills:
Double Tap: Makes any hit, hit twice. Uses 5 Mana per use
Goblin rage: Increases all stats by 5. Uses 1 Mana per second.
Stat Points Available: 0
Speed; 10
Strength; 9
Endurance; 10
Durability; 5
Mind; 9
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Knox returned to the Adventures Guild, where he reported his success to the guild master. The guild master was impressed with his bravery and skill and rewarded him with a generous amount of gold coins, which gave Knox a sense of satisfaction and contentment.