But when his thoughts turned and he wanted to get closer.
This strange feeling disappeared like an illusion.
Looking back, perhaps those ripples were his breakthrough.
"Knock, knock, knock."
The crisp sound of knocking echoed in the quiet room.
"Xia Nan, it's time for us to set off."
It was Abi's voice, filled with the enthusiasm unique to newcomers.
"Coming."
Responding, Xia Nan stood up and slung the two longswords leaning by the bed onto his back.
Hunting Day wasn't over yet, so he naturally hadn't left the team.
During these ten days, he went on several tasks with Adeline and the others.
All were on the outskirts of the forest, without any unexpected situations.
The gains were just like that.
A few skill levels, some Gold Coins.
Not much, but progressing steadily as planned.
"Bang."
The wooden door was slammed shut.
The room fell silent again.
Without time to tidy up, that glass of water still sat quietly on the table.
