Reincarnation Of A Swordsman: The Omni Mage

Chapter 116: Final Training

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Kyle wiped the sweat from his brow and took a long, refreshing gulp of water, letting the coolness slide down his throat.

The dojo was utterly silent except for the sound of his heavy breathing and the quiet gulps of water.

Tonight had been intense for Kyle. This was his final day of training with Instructor Dan before he set out for his next big step: the Mission Hall.

It was Saturday, marking nearly a week since the start of school. Every day had been filled with classes, training, and self-study as Kyle had pushed himself harder than ever.

Kyle had spent most of his free time in the Academy library, devouring books on any topic that might aid him outside the Academy.

Maps, ancient symbols, rare beasts, survival tactics—if it looked even remotely useful, Kyle committed it to memory.

His nights, however, were a different story. Every night, Kyle had made sure to visit the Arena. Not only was he improving better as a fighter, he was earning more credits by staking and he had managed to stockpile some over these few days.

Kyle had also shown preparedness in other ways, he had stockpiled a lot of runes over the past few days, dedicating time every day to drawing different types for various scenarios.

It was a slow process, but Kyle knew it would prove useful.

Drawing countless Runes had also helped Kyle improve his Inscription speed and ability, thanks to his rune making instructor, Victoria, Kyle was better and faster than before.

Above all, Lora's help had proven invaluable. Though soft-spoken and reserved, she had a remarkable clarity when it came to explaining rune pathways.

She had guided him patiently, correcting his smallest mistakes and introducing him to more intricate patterns than the basics covered in class.

Under her guidance, Kyle had not only improved in drawing runes faster but also in understanding the underlying principles, which made him appreciate her help even more.

Despite all this progress, Kyle hadn't spent much time on his cultivation. With so many tasks on his plate, Kyle could only choose to focus on refining his skills first.

Besides, he had a plan regarding his cultivation and knew it was only a matter of time before he broke through once again.

Now, here he was, at the dojo. They had already gone through their usual sparring session, but today felt different, like a finale somehow.

Dan walked up to Kyle after he was done with the water bottles, observing him with pride.

"You've done well today, Kyle... Not just today. Every session has shown how much effort you're putting in."

Kyle smiled, running a hand through his damp hair. "Thanks, Instructor."

"So, you're headed to the Mission Hall tomorrow?" Dan asked after a while of silence.

"Yes... I am."

"You're strong, Kyle—stronger than most first years. I'd say you'll be able to handle most missions they throw at you," Dan said to Kyle.

"But remember, you need to pick a mission that suits you, something you know you can handle alone or with minimal help. Missions are meant to push you, not bury you, okay?"

Kyle kept a mental note of what Dan had said and nodded his head before asking. "Any recommendations, ?"

"Tomorrow, you'll understand better," Dan said, looking thoughtful. "They'll be ranked by difficulty, experience, rewards—details you'll want to weigh carefully."

Kyle nodded slowly. He trusted Dan's advice. Dan was more than an instructor to Kyle and Kyle could oy listen to what he had to say.

"There's something else," Dan added with a serious tone. "I trust you'll complete your mission and come back. But I want you to be careful. There are dangers out there that aren't written in any mission briefing."

"I understand, sir," Kyle replied. "I'll be careful. And… I'll come back."

Dan's shoulders relaxed a fraction. "Good. Now, one last piece of advice before you go rushing off." He glanced around the dojo, gathering his thoughts.

"Stockpile on what you might need—health potions, some mana cores if you can find them at a decent price. They might prove very useful to you in the future and you may not have access to them during the mission."

Kyle nodded, thinking back to the credits he'd earned in the Arena. "I've saved up a decent amount. I'll make sure I'm ready."

Dan smiled approvingly. "That's what I like to hear. Preparation is half the battle. Even the most skilled warrior can fall if they don't respect the risks."

He paused, then added with a hint of humor, "And don't skimp on food. It may seem trivial, but you'd be surprised how many get caught up with supplies and end up struggling over something as basic as keeping their energy up."

Kyle laughed out a little before replying, "I get it. I'll be sure to pack a decent stash then—food included."

They both fell into a comfortable silence before Dan broke it.

"There's something different about you, Kyle. I don't know exactly what it is, but… you have this drive. Something pushes you beyond just regular ambition."

Kyle hesitated, taken aback by the statement. He had never spoken about the reasons that fueled his dedication—about his second chance, his mission, and the silent resolve that drove him to excel.

"I guess I just… want to make the most of my time here."

Dan nodded slowly, seeming to understand more than he let on. "Well, you're on the right path. Just remember that while it's good to push hard, don't forget why you're doing this. Sometimes, it's easy to get lost in the race and forget the reason you started." Stay updated with mvl

Kyle met his gaze, feeling a surge of gratitude for the guidance he'd received. "Thank you, sir. For everything."

"You're welcome," Dan calmly said, before standing up and motioning to Kyle, "All right, come on. I think it's time you received a technique."

'Yesss... Finally!'

Excitement and anticipation surged within Kyle as he followed behind Dan.