Chapter 122 Auction Preparations and Rank Ascension
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The early morning sun cast a soft glow over Astral Heaven Academy as Headmaster Raghnall Ferrin made his way to meet Loira.
The campus was quiet, with most students still settling in after the tournament's intensity.
But Ferrin's thoughts were on something far more urgent: the ancient race information and the upcoming auction and the implications it would carry for the academy and Dabi's future.
Arriving at the Dabi's home where Loira had been spending her days recuperating, he found her in meditation, a steady flow of mana surrounding her as she concentrated on repairing her mana veins.
When she sensed his presence, she opened her eyes, a calm resolve in her gaze.
"Headmaster Ferrin," Loira greeted him, nodding. "You're here about the auction."
He inclined his head. "Indeed. Dabi and I finalized the plans, but I wanted to discuss it with you in detail before proceeding.
You understand the consequences of auctioning a legendary item like the Heart of Eternity."
Loira's expression softened. "Yes, I do. The Heart's value is undeniable, and auctioning it will draw attention from every noble and royal family, and potentially even others beyond the borders of Celestial City.
Still, this is the path we've chosen. We need resources, and this will allow us to secure future endeavors."
Raghnall nodded thoughtfully. "Dabi has also entrusted him with an additional legendary item mermaid tears, something he claims was found within a dimension gate.
Its origins are unknown, but it shares a mana signature unlike any artifact I've encountered."
Loira raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "Two legendary items, back-to-back. The auction house will be in an uproar."
Raghnall chuckled. "They were already shocked when I first approached them. Legendary items are scarcely seen, let alone auctioned.
The last legendary item up for auction was nearly fifty years ago, and it caused a frenzy even then. Now, with two items, we may see an even greater response."
Loira considered this, her face turning serious. "Headmaster, ensure that our names are not mentioned in the auction records.
Let the items speak for themselves. There are those who would stop at nothing to obtain such artifacts, and we can't afford unnecessary risks."
"Of course," Raghnall reassured her. "The auction house will handle the sale discreetly.
I'll personally coordinate with the government's treasurer to ensure everything goes smoothly. In seven days, the auction will begin."
Loira gave a small nod, looking resolved. "Then proceed. But do be cautious. Those with power are often unwilling to let it go easily."
That Morning some time later: Dabi's Rank Ascension: With preparations for the auction underway, Dabi focused on the next item on his agenda ascending to his rightful rank.
Now that he had reached level 110, he qualified for the title of Riftwalker, and this meant a trip to the government's ranking office.
Dabi knew that while ranking promotions were standard for high-level combatants, achieving Riftwalker status was an entirely different matter.
Unlike lower ranks, Riftwalkers had a more access to dimensions gates and the manipulation of new gates.
This would not only give Dabi access to new resources and training opportunities, but it would also mark him as one of the few elites under level 150, a rare achievement.
Arriving at the ranking office, Dabi found himself in a grand hall filled with various officials and adventurers, all there to either document their accomplishments or request ranks.
The walls were adorned with emblems of different ranks, each symbolizing the hierarchy of power.
The clerk at the front desk glanced up as Dabi approached, her eyes widening slightly as she took in his calm but confident demeanor.
"Welcome, young man. How may I assist you?" she asked, her tone respectful but curious.
"I'm here to register a rank promotion," Dabi replied. "To Riftwalker."
The clerk's eyes widened further, a look of respect crossing her face. "Riftwalker, is it? That's no small feat, young sir.
You are so young, you must be genius. Please fill out this form and wait a moment while I notify the ranking officials."
After a few moments, Dabi was escorted into a private chamber, where an official waited to conduct the ranking assessment. The official, a tall, imposing man with silver hair and a measured gaze, eyed Dabi thoughtfully.
"Dabi, is it?" the official asked, consulting his records. "I see you've recently achieved level 110. Impressive progress."
Dabi nodded. "Thank you. I've been working toward this for some time."
The official activated a magic orb, which began to hum with power as it scanned Dabi's mana signature. After a moment, the orb flashed, confirming Dabi's qualification.
"Congratulations, Dabi," the official announced, a hint of admiration in his tone. "You are now officially recognized as a Riftwalker."
As the official handed Dabi a card embossed with the title, a notification appeared in Dabi's mind from his system:
System Update
Congratulations on Ascending to Riftwalker Rank!
As a reward you will be given a new training high level dimension gate information. Which will open soon.
Satisfied, Dabi left the ranking office with his new status officially recognized. As he reviewed his current stats, a sense of anticipation filled him:
Name: Dabi (Level 110)
Class: Sovereign of Space (Mythical Class)
Strength: 152
Agility: 150
Endurance: 150
Intelligence: 100
Mana: 9000 (+6000 from the vault chapter)
Memory: 100
Skills:
Elemental Master
Dimension Master
Universal Contract
Phantom Steps
Insight+
Quick Analysis+
Dimensional Summon
Dimension Storage
Mana Control
Spirit Pets:
Fen, Whity, Nyx
Sub-contracts:
Fen contracted with Mira (Level 13)
Whity contracted with Eli (Level 12)
The updated stats reflected his recent achievements, and Dabi felt a surge of confidence. Each skill and attribute was part of a greater journey a journey that would only grow more challenging and rewarding from this point onward.
Back at Astral Heaven Academy-
Upon returning to the academy grounds, Dabi joined his classmates, who were buzzing with excitement about the recent tournament and the upcoming combat training.
Teacher Farak Ferrin, stood at the front of the training field, his gaze sharp and focused as he addressed the students.
"Listen up, everyone!" Farak's voice boomed across the field. "With the tournament behind us, it's time to look ahead.
As seniors, you'll be leading by example in the academy's upcoming combat training sessions.
For the next two weeks, we'll be focusing on dimension gate raids. This will be unlike anything you've faced before, so prepare yourselves."
The students exchanged glances, a mixture of excitement and nerves evident in their expressions.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om
For many, this would be their first experience with dimension gate raids a high-stakes exercise involving real battles against creatures from other worlds.
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"Dabi, Zen, and the other top performers from the tournament will take on the more challenging gates," Farak continued, his gaze briefly meeting Dabi's.
"Your task is not only to survive but to conquer. You'll be facing higher-ranked creatures, and this time, you won't have the luxury of retreat.
These gates require strategic thinking, resource management, and endurance. Fail to demonstrate these skills, and you'll find yourself left behind."
Dabi felt a thrill of excitement. This was the opportunity he had been waiting for a chance to push his limits, grow stronger, and demonstrate the power he had cultivated over months of training.
Later that night, Dabi sat in his room, contemplating the next steps. He could feel the weight of the responsibility that came with his new rank, as well as the upcoming challenges of the auction and the combat training.
His thoughts drifted to the mysterious egg on his desk, pulsing faintly as it absorbed mana from the atmosphere.
Its energy felt both familiar and foreign, an enigma he had yet to solve. But one thing was clear: whatever creature lay within would bring changes, possibly even more than he anticipated.
A soft knock at his door pulled him from his thoughts. It was Loira, her expression thoughtful as she entered the room.
"Dabi," she said, sitting across from him. "The auction is moving forward as planned.
Headmaster Ferrin has already arranged for the auction house to keep it discreet, but once it begins, there's no telling how people will react. Be prepared."
Dabi nodded. "I am. And I'll be careful. This auction is just a stepping stone an opportunity to gather resources and prepare for the future."
Loira smiled, a hint of pride in her gaze. "Good. You've come a long way, Dabi. Just remember: the power you hold is rare. And with it comes attention, both wanted and unwanted. Never forget that."
They sat in silence for a while, both contemplating the challenges that lay ahead. Dabi felt a sense of calm settle over him, mixed with determination.
He had come this far, facing countless trials and rising to every challenge.
And now, as a Riftwalker and a future leader, he was ready for whatever awaited him.
Loira on the master rank as his support. The protector of his siblings Nafo a Grandmaster rank.
Dabi have enough powerful people by his side. Now he can focus on his training...
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