Plundering in the Apocalypse

"But there's a problem."

"Instead of level 100 monster core, we have level 300. I know the item is good so the result should be better than before but I am not so sure." Shin explained his worry to which nodded his head and replied.

"We can only wait."

"I hope she makes it through fast." Alice sighed.

'I just wanted to show off in front of her. But if she is like that then it's no fun.'

Without Alice realizing she had fun bickering with her and teasing her.

***

"Okay, then we will be on our way," Shin said to Simon.

"You can stay some more. There's no need to hurry." Simon uttered.

"Nah, not now. Let's meet later after Elena wakes up. I also have something to discuss with you." Shin replied with a serious expression.

"I see. Then take care. See you soon." Simon understood the meaning behind Shin's words. He was certain that their talk will be very important regarding their future.

***

On their way to Lawrence street.

As Shin had a lot of mana and he wanted to practice flying they decided to return home using the Gravity control skill. This way his proficiency will also increase.

Alice who was in Shin's arms was enjoying this moment to the fullest.

'A gust of cold wind brushed past my cheeks as I felt Shin's strong arms carrying me tenderly with care and tight enough to never let me fall.'

'I took a deep breath as something I craved for all this time soothed my nose and my whole body turned blissful. It was the scent of my beloved.'

*Sniff**Sniff*

'Hehehe, now this is heaven. I get to have Shin's scent after a tiring day. What a fun life, I am doing nothing wrong.'

'There is nothing wrong about a girlfriend enjoying the scent of her boyfriend. It's a universal fact.'

(A.N. - This is only Alice's opinion.)

Shin felt his mana being used. His control over his Gravity control was increasing.

'I can't fly fast enough. Well, I better focus on the control for now. Alice seems to be enjoying herself though.'

By the time they reached home Shin had used 30% of his mana. But with his rapid Mana absorption from the air that was also recovered.

***

"Welcome back." Reina greeted Alice and Shin at the door front.

"We are here," Shin replied and Alice went to Reina as she clasped her hands.

"It seems both of you have grown a lot stronger." Reina's eyes shined as she eyed Shin and Alice.

"We gained a lot," Shin answered back.

"Let's talk about that stuff later. Come inside and just a heads-up. Your Dad looks extremely irritated for some reason."

Reina giggled and went inside with Alice leaving Shin behind.

Shin had a confused expression on his face as he entered the living room. Alfred was there sitting with a neutral expression.

"Do you know why I am angry?" Alfred's deep voice sounded.

Shin gulped and replied honestly "I have no clue."

Alfred's eyes fixated on Shin before sighing.

"If you have no idea there's no point in being angry with you."

"Why would you be angry Dad?" Shin asked with a confused expression.

"Do you know someone named Leonard Drake?" Alfred asked calmly.

Hearing the scum's name Shin's eyes turned red with hatred and emitted killing intent for a moment. But he calmed down thinking 'That man is already dead so there was no point in being angry.'

*Huu*

Alfred was surprised by Shin's reaction. He never expected Shin to hate this man that much.

"I met him today. What about him?" Shin asked calming his anger.

From Shin's reaction and words, Alfred was certain.

'This brat has no idea what is going on. It was already a headache attending so many calls and answering them. I narrowly escaped from the office with the excuse of already working for 16 hours.'

"It's like this..." Alfred began explaining the events which occurred after the start of their raid.

Shin continued listening to him without uttering a word.

"Amazing, this matter is already out of hand. Leonard is already a celebrity now." Shin uttered with a sinister smile.

Alfred felt chills from Shin's smile.

'What did he experience to have this much hatred against Leonard?'

"Wolner clan is also here. Some people from the branch family are trying to recruit Leonard at any cost. I think they are also planning to start a subsidiary guild here in Aston city. I don't think anyone important will be here. So it's not a matter of concern." Alfred explained his worries to Shin.

'But if Leonard Drake whom Shin hates so much joins them. It may be troubling.'

"By the way who is Leonard and what's your relation?" Alfred asked as there was still no news about him and the only people that can answer this question are Shin and Alice.

"He is someone who entered with us by mistake. A cruel man who had killed many innocent people." Shin replied with a disgusted look on his face.

"Where is he now? If he knows about you and Alice and is also your enemy. He may bring trouble in the future." Alfred started thinking of ways to eliminate probable dangers they may face. But Shin's reply eased his worries.

"Oh, he is dead. Don't worry about him." Shin replied casually.

'Though I wish I could have tortured him before e his death. Tsk.'

"What?" Alfred's mind went blank and then he thought of something and started laughing.

"Hahaha."

"All of those big clans and guilds are out there searching for him. Haha. Wolner clan people are spending every ounce of resource to search for him. They deserve it."

Shin also smiled seeing his father laugh like that.

"Dinner is ready both of you. Shin, freshen up fast." Reina's voice sounded from the kitchen.

"Okay, Mom."

***

Inside his room. Late at night.

'I can't sleep. Both of us experienced death so many times today.' Shin turned to his left to see the sleeping Alice.

He slightly pulled back the strand of hair from her face and tugged it back of her ear.

"Mhmm... Shin... Hngh." Alice mumbles those words in her sleep.

'So cute..' Shin slightly touched her nose to which she frowns.

'She was ready to die just to save me.' Shin remembered today's events. He had a bitter look on his face.

"Just how much do you love me?" Shin mumbled those words and kissed her forehead.

Even in sleep, Alice seems to recognize it. As she had a blissful smile on her face.

'I am so blessed to have you by my side. I will always take care of you.'

'But to do that I need power. Our strength is not enough to face the threats that are going to appear now.'

Shin took a sitting position on the bed without disturbing Alice's sleep.

'I do have some things in mind but firstly.'

'Status board.'

*Klink!*

***

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[ Name- Shin Wolner ]

[Age - 20]

[ Title - 1st awakened, Maniac, Odd Breaker]

[ Level - 55 ]

[STR - 200]

[VIT - 200]

[AGI - 200]

[DEX - 200 ]

[Stamina - 200]

[Mana - 144(60% Purified)]

[Bonus stats - 360]

[Divine Energy - 1.00]

[Legacy - In progress.]

[Special ability - Plunder[Advanced 2]]

[Special Skill - Devourer's Touch, Mana Absorption, Upgrader(SS), Loan]

[Blessing - Instant Recovery(SS)]

[Plundered Abilities:]

- Sharp Shooter (A)

- Dark Flames (A)

- Water Magic (A)

- Poison Master (B)

- Mind Control (B)

- Arcane Web (C)

- Gravity Control (C)

- Shadow Veil (C)

- Electro bolt (C)

- Mana ball (D)

- Blood Sword Art (E)

[Abilities Collected:]

[Skills - Magic Eyes (S), Extreme speed (A), Pain tolerance(D), Body Defense (C), Razor Slash (B)]

[Skills Collected - Rage (A), Pseudo Dragon Flames (S)]

[Skill Points - 680]

[Memory Cubes - 0]

[Equipment]

- Tulas Blade [Artifact] - (Semi-Heroic grade)

- Formless (Legendary)

- Wyvern Armor (Heroic)

[Items]

- ??? Key 1

- ??? Key 2

- Mysterious egg (?)

- Blooded Khalsa [Artifact] - (Key to the Legacy)

- Minotaur's Blood

- Minotaur's Horn X2

- Blue Taurus Horns X2370

- Gray Wyvern's Scales X100

- Gray Wyvern's Claws X4

- Gray Wyvern's horns X2

- Akapuhala Fruits X10 (Item)

- Purple Skill Book

***

'My level is 55 but these stats are insane. 200 for the five and 144 for mana with 60% purity.'

'Although I have 360 bonus stats to use. I shouldn't increase those 5 further. As far as I can tell. I am still not used to the true strength of 200 stat. Because of that, I am still not able to bring out my true power.'

'I need to do something about that. Maybe practicing martial arts would be better.'

'As for Mana, it doesn't have many restrictions. Also, most of my abilities use mana. So that is essential. Let's increase mana and divine energy.'

[Mana - 404(60% Purified)]

[Divine Energy - 2.00]

[Bonus stats - 0]

'Oh this is great I feel a lot of power and energy inside me now.'

'It's still a long way before I can think about using Divine Energy. At least I can feel it and circulate inside my body. But the good thing is, I can use mana more efficiently now.'

'Anyway, now for the thing I've been looking forward to. Pseudo Dragon Flames (S)'