Adventurer of Many Professions-Chapter 83: Wind Slash!

Raymond’s taunting had attracted the attention of five flying locusts, but only two of them continued to chase after them, darting through the air with alarming speed.

Sylph realized with a jolt that she couldn’t outrun the two pursuing locusts. The buzzing of their wings grew louder as they closed in. Without hesitation, she spun around, raised her metal magic wand, and swung it at the first one with all her might.

’Bang!’

The force of the blow was tremendous. The head of the locust was crushed with a sickening crack, its blood splattering in every direction. Even the powerful jaws of the creature shattered under the strike. But the impact of the attack sent Sylph stumbling backward. She tried to regain her balance, but the massive force behind the locust’s flight pushed her back, causing her to trip and fall to the ground.

Though she had trained extensively in combat with a magic staff, the power of her strike was not enough to fully offset the weight and force of the creature. She lay there for a moment, winded and trying to steady herself.

At that very instant, the second locust, undeterred, swooped down toward her, its monstrous legs outstretched, ready to tear into her face.

"Ah! No!" Sylph cried out, her body jerking backward in a desperate attempt to avoid its deadly jaws. She instinctively raised her arms to shield her face.

But then, a voice cried out, "Ah! Go away!"

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Sylph’s heart skipped as she saw Lorene standing nearby, trembling slightly but holding her magic wand with determination. Though she was clearly frightened, Lorene swung the wand toward the oncoming locusts, hoping to fend them off.

’Bang!’

The strike was nowhere near as powerful as Sylph’s earlier blow. Lorene’s wand wasn’t nearly as sturdy, and the flying locust barely flinched, only suffering a small dent before it crashed down onto Sylph’s abdomen.

The impact sent Lorene herself sprawling to the ground, the shockwave from the hit knocking her off balance.

’Crunch! Crunch!’ The locust began to gnaw at Sylph’s abdomen, its sharp jaws tearing through her magic robe. The sounds of it chewing and ripping echoed through the air. Sylph gasped, feeling the pressure of its bite as it burrowed into her clothes.

Just as the locust’s jaws clicked shut on her skin, a horrifying sound rang out; the locust’s hard, insectile teeth snapped in two.

"Go to hell!" Sylph shouted, her fury igniting. Gripping her magic wand with both hands, she jabbed the creature in the belly. The locust let out a shrill screech, its wings flapping violently as it darted back into the air.

But before it could lunge at Sylph again, a flash of steel cut through the air. The locust was split clean in two, falling to the ground in pieces.

Raymond had arrived.

"Are you okay?" He asked urgently, his eyes scanning Sylph’s form as he moved toward her. His gaze paused when he noticed the chain mail exposed beneath the tattered remains of her magic robe. The chainmail was a fine, interconnected weave of metal, and it seemed to have saved her from a more serious injury. But it was clear that the locusts had made their mark.

"Raymond, you’re finally here," Sylph sighed in relief. Her tense posture melted away as the danger passed. She sank to the ground, feeling the weight of the moment hit her. She had made it through, thanks to the intervention of her friends.

"Sarifi, how are you?" Lorene crawled over to her, panic rising in her voice. She saw the torn fabric of Sylph’s robe and assumed the worst. She quickly pushed Sylph away, as if afraid to touch her injured friend.

But then she froze, her eyes widening. She saw what Raymond had noticed, a layer of chain mail beneath the torn robe, the metal glinting in the dim light, punctuated by broken locust teeth embedded in the weave.

"Uh..." Lorene’s face turned pale as she realized her mistake.

Sylph burst into laughter, the tension of the moment finally breaking. "Hahaha… Don’t worry, Lorene! This chain mail is tough enough. The locusts didn’t get through. But I have to admit, I was really scared for a moment. If it weren’t for you knocking the last one down, I might’ve lost my face!"

Lorene looked at her, her face still etched with concern but softening as she realized Sylph was unharmed. "I can heal that!" she said earnestly, her face bright with determination.

Raymond couldn’t help but chuckle at the seriousness of Lorene’s offer. Her sincerity was endearing, and he felt a sense of pride in their teamwork. Despite their fear, they had stood their ground.

As the two women got back to their feet, Sylph glanced toward the horizon where the remains of the flying locusts lay scattered across the ground. Her eyes widened in surprise. "Raymond, you killed all those locusts? How did you do it so fast?" she asked, still in awe.

The group of flying locusts consisted of fifteen deadly creatures, a force that could overwhelm any adventurer. Yet, in a matter of moments, Raymond had not only slain the eight that had attacked him but also dealt with the five others drawn in by his taunt. By the time the dust settled, he had rushed over to save Sylph, whose abdomen had already been under attack.

Lorene stared at him in awe. "Raymond, how did you do all that?" Her voice was full of curiosity, clearly impressed by the speed and efficiency of his actions.

The battle had unfolded so quickly, with both of them focusing solely on survival, that neither had noticed Raymond’s secret weapon: his "Swift Wind Slash." It was a new skill, one that allowed him to wipe out the locusts with a single, precise strike.

Raymond grinned, enjoying the mystery he had created. "When I was surrounded by the locusts, an idea just came to me. I realized I had unlocked a new skill, and I used it to defeat them."

Sylph turned toward him, her eyes wide with disbelief. "You... you learned a new skill? How long has it been since you discovered it?"

Her tone was filled with both amazement and a touch of concern. If Raymond had mastered another skill, that meant he had now learned three in total. Most adventurers typically only mastered a few abilities throughout their careers, and the process of learning a new skill was anything but easy. It took time, focus, and a deep understanding of one’s combat style.

Lorene, too, was stunned. Her hands tightened around her magic wand, and she placed one hand on her chest as if to calm her racing heart. After a brief pause, she asked softly, "Raymond... can you tell us what skill it is?"

Raymond nodded, his expression serious yet friendly. "It’s called Wind Slash."

"Wind Slash?" Sylph frowned, her brows knitting together as she tried to recall the name. "I think I’ve heard of it... Isn’t that a skill only swordsmen can learn?"

Lorene also looked puzzled, her mind racing. "Yes, I remember reading about it too. Only swordsmen are supposed to be able to use Wind Slash... But you, Raymond... you’re a warrior."

Raymond chuckled, shaking his head slightly. "The book does say that, but I’ve just proven it wrong. I’m a warrior, and I’ve unlocked Wind Slash. It means that sword-wielding warriors; like me, can learn it too."

"Right," Lorene nodded, looking more thoughtful. "There are many skills in the book that mention swordsmen, but that doesn’t mean others can’t learn them if they meet certain conditions."

Sylph burst out laughing. "Hahaha, looks like that book needs a serious update!" She paused and then added, "Well, I’m glad you proved it wrong."

The three of them shared a laugh, the tension from the battle slowly melting away. But Raymond’s expression grew more serious as he looked back toward the dark depths of the Moonlight Forest.

"Remember, though, keep my new skill a secret," he said, his voice lowered, but still calm. "We don’t want to attract unnecessary attention."

Sylph gave him a pointed look, clearly not pleased. "Of course, Raymond. You think we’d blab about it? We’re your friends, after all."

Lorene nodded earnestly. "I won’t tell anyone either. You have my word."

Raymond trusted them both, but he still felt it was best to remind them. Secrets could be dangerous, especially in the unpredictable environment of the Moonlight Forest.

"Thanks," Raymond said with a smile, his gaze turning serious again as he peered deeper into the forest. "We’re getting close to an area where ’blood vine grass’ grows. The monsters there are tougher. We’ll need to be careful."

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He glanced at the others. "Let’s rest here for a while. I’ll recover some magic, and we’ll head out once I’m back at full strength. This area is the locusts’ territory, so other monsters should stay away for now."

The speed at which Raymond recovered magic was impressive. His magic pool had reached a substantial 589.1 points, meaning he could recover 24.5 points of mana each hour. But as a magician, his recovery rate was doubled, so he would regain 49 points every hour, a vital advantage as they ventured deeper into dangerous territory.

"Sounds good," Sylph said, nodding in agreement. "We’ll need you at full strength if we’re going to face what’s ahead."

"Yes, let’s take a break," Lorene added, offering a smile as she sat down, visibly relieved to have a moment of calm.

The trio settled down, eating their rations and resting, knowing that the real challenges of the Moonlight Forest were still ahead.