Lord of the Time: I Can Reincarnate Infinitely

Chapter 515 515: Clone

Caleb approached the guild's desk, task paper in hand, ready to make his mission official. Behind the desk, a young man with sharp eyes and an earnest expression looked up as Caleb approached. "Good morning! I'm John, and I'll be handling your task registrations from here on out," he said, extending a hand in greeting.@@@@

As Caleb handed over the task paper, John's eyebrows raised slightly. "Ah, a C-ranked task, I see. Just a heads up, since you're new here, it's usual for adventurers to start with D or lower-ranked tasks. It helps you get accustomed to how things work around here without jumping into the deep end too quickly."

Caleb smiled wryly, a twinkle in his eye. "I appreciate your concern, John, but despite my new status here, I'm not exactly new to handling challenging situations. I've wandered into the extreme wilderness more than a few times in my younger days," he lied smoothly, hoping to sway the staff member's opinion.

John studied Caleb for a moment, as if trying to read the truth in his seasoned eyes. Finally, he nodded, marking the registration in the guild's ledger. "Well, your confidence speaks volumes, and I trust you know your capabilities best. Just make sure you're fully prepared before you head out. C-ranked tasks can be unpredictable, and we wouldn't want you in over your head." Discover more content at My Virtual Library Empire

"Thank you, John. I'll make sure to be well-prepared," Caleb assured him, feeling a mix of excitement and anticipation stirring within him.

As Caleb turned to leave, John called out, "And don't hesitate to ask for advice or help from fellow adventurers. Everyone here started somewhere, and most are willing to share their experiences."

With a nod of acknowledgment, Caleb stepped away from the desk, the C-ranked task now officially his to tackle.

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In a sudden burst of fury, the massive Bellwire Wolf unleashed one of its most formidable abilities. With a guttural growl that resonated through the swampy air, its body shimmered and then split into two identical creatures. The adventurers were momentarily taken aback. "Trouble," Thomas shouted, recognizing the move immediately, "it's using the Ragnarok Clone!"

Fighting a Bellwire Wolf was challenging enough, but facing two simultaneously required quick thinking and flawless execution of their skills. "Bellwire Wolves are really troublesome," Thomas muttered, his grip tightening on his sword.

Meanwhile, Mia concentrated deeply, channeling her ki—a unique energy that set adventurers apart from ordinary people—into her hands and then directing it into her bow. Ki was not just a means to strengthen the body; it had various applications, including numerous combat techniques. What Mia performed was a basic but crucial application: enhancing the power and accuracy of her arrows.

On the other side, Thomas prepared to use his special technique called "Bashing." He converted his ki into kinetic energy, creating a powerful shockwave that would emanate from his weapon. This technique was particularly effective in melee combat and ideal for dealing with multiple enemies due to its area-of-effect (AOE) capabilities.

As the cloned wolves charged, Thomas executed the Bashing technique. A visible shockwave surged from his sword, slamming into both creatures. The force of the impact sent them reeling back, their coordination momentarily disrupted by the sheer power of the shockwave.

Mia released her ki-enhanced arrows, which flew with unerring precision and increased lethality. Each arrow struck true, further weakening the magical constructs.

Amidst the chaos, the original Bellwire Wolf, already weakened from the ongoing battle, attempted a final desperate attack. It howled loudly, a sound so powerful it caused the group to stagger, dizziness clouding their senses momentarily.

However, their resilience and the effectiveness of their new weapons quickly allowed them to recover. With a final concerted effort, Thomas and Mia, along with their teammates, delivered the killing blows. The Bellwire Wolf's clones vanished as the original creature fell to the ground with a heavy thud, its life force extinguished.

Breathing heavily, the adventurers exchanged relieved glances, knowing they had overcome a formidable foe. Thanks to their skill, ki techniques, and the superior quality of their new equipment, they had survived another perilous encounter in the wild.