Chapter 12: Clash with the Raging Bull
With the echoes of his recent victory still reverberating in his heart, Shiv ventured deeper into the enigmatic depths of the mountain range. The air crackled with anticipation as his footsteps carried him further along the untrodden path. As the foliage thickened around him, he found himself face to face with his next adversary—the mighty Raging Bull, a beast known for its raw power and unwavering ferocity.
The ground trembled beneath Shiv's feet as the colossal creature bellowed, its eyes locked onto him with unyielding determination. The air grew thick with tension as Shiv's hand tightened around his sword, his muscles primed for the imminent clash. He knew that this battle would push him to his limits and beyond.
With a thunderous charge, the Raging Bull lunged, its hooves pounding the earth with unrelenting force. Shiv's body moved with instinctive agility, narrowly evading the beast's initial assault. The clash of their energies sent shockwaves through the air, creating a symphony of strength and willpower.
Sweat dripped from Shiv's brow as he parried blow after blow, his sword becoming an extension of his very being. The clash of steel against horn resounded through the mountain, each strike a testament to the unyielding determination coursing through Shiv's veins. However, amidst the chaos of the battle, fate dealt a cruel blow.
In a momentary lapse of concentration, the Raging Bull managed to land a devastating blow to Shiv's hand, causing searing pain to surge through his body. His grip on the sword faltered, but the fire within his eyes refused to be extinguished. Ignoring the throbbing agony, Shiv fought on, drawing upon every ounce of strength and resilience.
With each swing of his sword, Shiv's attacks grew more focused, his strikes finding their mark with precision. The Raging Bull, sensing the relentless resolve of its adversary, unleashed its full might, yet Shiv refused to yield. The clash of their wills became a battle of attrition, both warrior and beast locked in a dance of survival and dominance.
Finally, with a final, thunderous strike, Shiv delivered a decisive blow that brought the Raging Bull to its knees. The battle was won, but victory came at a high cost. Shiv staggered, clutching his injured hand, blood staining his fingers as pain pulsed through his weary body. Yet, even in his weakened state, he could not help but feel a surge of pride and accomplishment.
As the system's announcement rang in his ears, declaring his victory and awarding him 250 experience points, Shiv's mind shifted to survival. Drawing upon his remaining strength, he navigated the system's marketplace, trading 20 points for a healing medicine that would mend his wounds and restore his vitality.
As the healing elixir coursed through his veins, Shiv felt a renewed vigor, his injuries gradually fading into a mere memory. With the battle won and his spirit unbroken, he took a moment to assess his progress. Calculating the accumulated experience points, Shiv realized that he had reached a significant milestone.
According to the leveling system, his accumulated experience points of 250 placed him at Level 2. With this newfound knowledge, he opened his character panel, revealing his current status and available points:
Character Panel: Level: 2 Experience Points: 250/500 Remaining Points: 230
Attributes:
Strength: 12 (+2)
Agility: 10 (+2)
Vitality: 10 (+2)
Intelligence: 8 (+2)
Wisdom: 8 (+2)
Charisma: 6 (+2)
Skills:
Swordsmanship: Intermediate (Level 2)
Qi Control: Novice (Level 1)
Wilderness Survival: Novice (Level 1)
Healing: (Level 1)
Equipment:
Growth Type Sword Weapon
Healing Medicine (1)
Lin Family Badge
Inventory:
Copper Coins: 20
Silver Coins: 4000
Gold Coins: 340