Ancient Snowpeak Academy

The journey proved challenging for William. Aethel's primitive past was a dangerous place.

The roads were unsafe, and Jinra, by concealing his aura, ensured that beasts would attack them.

"This is part of your training," he said, observing William as he battled all manner of creatures.

"Die, beast!" William roared, slashing his steel sword through a three-headed boar.

[Level Up]

[Level Up]

[Level Up]

That message flashed before William's eyes repeatedly throughout his journey. He constantly battled beasts, gaining incredible amounts of experience.

Jinra only intervened when William faced insurmountable odds, otherwise leaving him to fight independently.

With each passing day, William felt his body grow stronger and his movements sharper. They traveled by horse, stopping only to fight creatures that crossed their path.