Chapter 25: Clash Under the Moonlight
Moonlight flickered through the trees, casting long, shifting shadows across the battleground.
The forest itself seemed to hold its breath. The scent of blood hung thick in the air, mingling with the earthy aroma of damp leaves and moss. Every movement, every swing of his sword, echoed through the hollow night.
He could feel the wolves' eyes on him. Watching. Calculating.
A chorus of howls rose toward the moon. The wolves' dark fur shimmered silver, glowing with lunar energy—as if they were drawing power from the moon itself.
But Lei Feng didn't have time to marvel.
Two wolves lunged from opposite sides. Their movements were precise, fluid—unnervingly synchronized, like trained hunters.
Lei Feng's eyes narrowed.
He needed to end this.
The first wolf reached him in a blur, its claws slashing toward his midsection. Lei Feng dropped low and sliced upward—his blade cutting through the wolf's ribs with a sickening crack.
It yelped and stumbled back, but Lei Feng was already in motion. His sword flashed, parting the second wolf's neck in a clean stroke. The body collapsed with a thud, blood spilling across the forest floor.
Ding!
Successful Kill!
+20 Experience Points
EXP: 150/200
But more were coming—about half a dozen. Their glowing eyes burned with hunger, and their steps reverberated in Lei Feng's bones.
He stumbled back, narrowly avoiding another swipe of claws. His breath was ragged. His heart thundered in his chest. A sharp pain flared in his shoulder—constant, burning, relentless.
–10 HP
HP: 110/140
He gritted his teeth and surged forward. His grip on his sword tightened. There was no room for hesitation.
The wolves moved with frightening coordination. Each strike came faster, sharper—forcing Lei Feng to push his limits.
His body was slowing. His vision blurred. The world spun. The weight of fatigue pressed against his chest like a vice. Every breath was a battle.
But he would not fall.
With a roar, he charged, his sword a blur. Another wolf dropped, blood staining the soil beneath it.
Ding!
Successful Kill!
+20 Experience Points
EXP: 170/200
Only six remained.
His limbs trembled, his chest heaved. But he pressed on.
Lei Feng's grip tightened again, jaw clenched. His body screamed for rest, but his mind stayed sharp. Somewhere in the darkness, the Alpha still lurked.
"Damn it... I just wanted to get some sleep," he muttered.
The wolves circled, snarling, bloodlust in their eyes. Lei Feng's body swayed, legs threatening to give out. But he couldn't stop. Not now.
His mind flared. Inventory! he called out mentally.
Ding!
A red potion appeared before him.
Without hesitation, he gulped it down.
The warmth hit instantly. A wave of healing surged through his body—mending flesh, sealing wounds, and washing away the worst of the pain.
Ding!
+30 HP
HP: 140/140
But that wasn't enough.
He summoned a stamina potion—golden-yellow, like molten sunlight. Tiny sparks of energy danced inside the liquid. He glanced at it and smiled. I never thought I'd use this Stamina Potion so quick… Then he drank it in one go.
Lightning exploded through his veins. His limbs lightened. The fog in his mind cleared. Energy flooded his body—raw, electric, euphoric.
He was back.
One of the wolves broke formation, moving faster than the rest. Its crimson eyes locked onto him. This one was different—larger, stronger, deadlier.
Lei Feng didn't hesitate. He dashed forward. His sword slashed, but the wolf was faster—fangs snapping inches from his throat. He twisted, barely dodging, but claws raked across his back.
–10 HP
HP: 130/140
"Argh! Damn it!" Lei Feng growled.
He spun instinctively. His sword slammed into the wolf's side with a meaty crunch. Time seemed to slow.
The wolf howled, its claws digging into Lei Feng's chest. But Lei Feng pushed through, driving the blade deeper. With a final roar, the beast collapsed.
Ding!
Critical Kill!
+40 Experience Points
EXP: 10/225
Level Up!
Level 5 → Level 6
+10 Health
+10 Mana
+1 to All Stats
+5 Free Stat Points Awarded
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『 OmniClass God System Interface 』
[Status Panel]
Name: Lei Feng
Level: Awakener Lv. 6 (Magic Initiate)
Talent Rank: ???
Mana Core: ??? (Special)
Class: None
Elemental Affinity: None
EXP: 10/225
HP: 150/150
MP: 100/100
━━ Attributes ━━
Strength: 26 (+1)
Agility: 15 (+1)
Endurance: 15 (+1)
Intelligence: 6 (+1)
Perception: 7 (+1)
Free Stat Points: 0
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A wave of power swept over him. His HP bar hit full, and his body brimmed with newfound energy.
Huh? Lei Feng blinked. Critical hits give more EXP?
His lips curled into a cold grin.
"System, assign free stats to Strength!"
━━『 Attributes Updated 』━━
Strength: 32
Agility: 16
Endurance: 16
Intelligence: 7
Perception: 8
Free Stat Points: 0
Lei Feng laughed, confidence overflowing.
He stared down the remaining wolves, his sword steady in his grip.
"Heh… I wonder if I can land another critical."
The wolves tensed. Only five remained. Blood soaked the earth, and their snarls echoed through the silent woods. But they didn't retreat.
They howled in unison.
Their black fur shimmered with radiant silver, and their eyes burned crimson. They bared their fangs.
Lei Feng's smirk faded.
Reckless confidence is death, he reminded himself. These beasts shouldn't be underestimated.
He adjusted his stance, readying himself—
Then a growl cut through the air.
And the forest turned cold.
From the shadows stepped a massive figure—dark grey fur streaked with white, crimson eyes glowing. A deep scar crossed its snout like a jagged crack in obsidian.
The other wolves halted. Their fury quieted. They backed away slowly.
Lei Feng stared.
This one was different.
This was the Alpha.
"So, you finally came out of hiding, huh?" Lei Feng muttered.
Ding!
Alpha Wolf — Lunar Moon Wolf (Scar Fang)
Level 6 Magic Beast
Lei Feng raised an eyebrow. "A different species?" he muttered. "Must've killed the original Black Wolf Alpha and taken over the pack. No wonder it didn't care about the others."
His gaze turned cold.
"The others are only level 4… this monster must've dominated them easily."
For some reason, he hated this Alpha even more than the rest.
Scar Fang—the Alpha—locked eyes with him. A bloodthirsty intelligence swirled in its gaze… and then, unbelievably, it smiled.
"What the—?!" Lei Feng's eyes widened.
Before he could react, Scar Fang vanished.
It appeared before him in a blink—silent and swift.
Its claw struck out—but Lei Feng was ready.
He deflected the blow, sending Scar Fang skidding back through the air.
The Alpha twisted, landing gracefully on the ground.
Screeetch!
It dug its claws into the earth, steadying itself.
Lei Feng cracked his knuckles.
"I'm much stronger than before…" he said with a grin, wiping the sweat from his brow.
He stared at Scar Fang.
"Let's dance."