"First, probably check the messages first."
Ruminas clicked on the message notification.
[Message from the Heroic Queen: She greatly appreciates the new strength you have developed in battle and your unyielding spirit throughout the journey. Now she would like to make you an even better offer. If you agree, we will continue, otherwise this message will be deleted and she will return to your usual mission]
"A better offer?? I don't know who this person is yet, but she has helped me with quests that give me experience and stat points, so there's no problem in accepting."
So Ruminas chose to agree.
[The Heroic Queen is very interested in your decisive personality. What the Heroic Queen wants to offer you is to help you learn how to control that new type of power. In return, you will accept a mission from the Heroic Queen]
"Special mission? How special?"
[ The special mission is a mission to find the fragments of ancient power that have been scattered all over the world. These fragments contain enormous energy, which can enhance the strength of the person who possesses them, but at the same time, they also attract the attention of many dangerous people. If you accept, the Heroic Queen will give you the first clue to the location of the nearest fragment]
"So that's how it is, but why is it called a special mission?"
[The ancient fragments also have another layer of meaning that is very great but I can't tell you yet, but if you find them, it will definitely benefit you. And this quest can only be accepted by a select few. Currently, the Heroic Queen is recommending you as the first person]
"So mysterious…"
"But that doesn't sound too bad… Then I'll take it."
[The Heroic Queen has words of praise for your wise decision. Currently, the ancient fragments will not appear until enough people accept this quest, so you don't need to worry too much]
Ruminas nodded.
[The Heroic Queen suggests that you evolve first and then she will start teaching you later]
"Um, okay"
Ruminas did not object to this proposal.
After that there were no more messages.
"Then let's try to evolve, who knows what will happen."
Ruminas pressed the evolve button and a message appeared again.
[Start the evolution process]
And then—
Ruminas gradually lost consciousness and fell asleep.
…
After a day and a night of no movement, Ruminas' evolution finally came to an end.
She slowly opened her eyes and quickly refocused her mind. She looked down at her body and felt inside but found nothing had changed.
Everything is just like a long sleep.
"Is that all?" Ruminas wondered.
Just then the notifications started popping up again.
[Evolution Ends]
[Your grade has increased by two stars]
[Evolution Reward: 1000 EXP, 10 Optional Stat Points, 1 A-Grade Jewelry, 1 Skill]
[You have received the title "Novice Player"]
[You have received a new profession. Please choose one of the following professions: Warrior/Archer/Mage/Assassin/Commander]
[Reminder: Each profession will have a different ability and you will not be able to change professions until the next evolution so choose carefully]
[Enough EXP to level up]
[Level Up Reward: 5 Optional Stat Points]
[Please choose one of the following two skills: Flash [B] / Swift [B]]
"Great, finally a new skill"
Ruminas looked at both skills for a bit and without hesitation chose the teleport skill because just based on the name, he could see which one was more advantageous.
"It will definitely not be wrong!"
[Skill Flash selected]
[Flash [B]: Allows the user to instantly appear in a designated direction five meters away from the original location and will consume mana when used. Possession will give +10 mana, +1 intelligence]
"Oh, exactly what I need, with this skill it will help me fight more flexibly and with the addition of invisible power it will be really hard for me to get hit."
Ruminas immediately tried using this new skill.
She looked forward and activated the skill.
Instantly, Ruminas appeared five meters away from her original position.
"It doesn't feel that strange…"
Ruminas tried it a few more times and she quickly got used to the skill.
"There are still 15 optional index points, I think, let's divide them equally, sorry for the luck, I'll raise it next time."
"Next, we should also choose a profession, let's go over everything first."
[Warrior: When selected, it will increase 5 strength stats, 5 defense stats, and receive the skill [Combined Attack]. In addition, it will greatly increase the ability to skillfully use weapons such as swords, shields, axes, etc.]
[Archer: When selected, increases strength by 5, agility by 5, and gains the skill [Precise Aim]. Also increases effectiveness when using long-range weapons and increases reflexes]
[Mage: When selected, increases intelligence by 5, magic power by 10, and gains the skill [Basic Magic]. Additionally, increases power when using magic attacks]
[Assassin: When selected, increases intelligence by 5, agility by 5, and gains the skill [Finisher]. Also increases the ability to use hidden weapons proficiently]
[Commander: When selected, increase intelligence by 5, luck by 5, and receive the skill [Commander]. Also increases the ability to persuade others and eloquence]
"Hmm, compared to each other, these jobs are quite balanced, but they are also just the most basic jobs, so I think I will choose the one that is useful for killing monsters. As long as I kill a lot of monsters, I will level up quickly."
"First of all, commanders and archers, with my original fighting style, they are clearly not suitable. Mages can also be considered because obviously magical attacks are very damaging but the downside is that it takes a lot of time to cast spells, this profession is only suitable for people with teammates and that is not me"
Ruminas said that the initial profession was not important, but when it came to choosing, she was very careful.
"Warrior or assassin…"
"If I were a warrior, it would suit my charging style, but warriors are usually at the forefront and will face more danger. On the contrary, assassins will be quite safe, and I also have a stealth suit, so it would obviously suit me much better."
"Um, it's decided. Choose the assassin profession!"
[Selected Assassin profession]
[Received Finisher skill]
[Deathblow [B]: When the target is below 10% health, the next attack will directly kill the target, ignoring all defenses and recovery abilities. When receiving the skill, gain +2 strength, +1 endurance]
"Well, it's similar to Slash but they can also be combined. Use Slash to give the enemy a heavy wound, use the axe to add a bleeding effect and finally finish them off with this skill."
"That makes perfect sense!"
"Let's see if there's anything else…? Oh, I think there are still a few unclaimed items."
Ruminas quickly opened her inventory, she remembered she also had an A-rank weapon and an A-rank accessory along with a special item.
"First is this new weapon"
In Ruminas' hand was a long spear, the tip of the spear was sharp, on the shaft of the spear was the image of a dragon winding around the body, the lines were exquisite as if this spear was forged from dragon blood itself. When she picked it up, a powerful aura spread out, causing the surrounding air to vibrate.
[Black Dragon Spear [A]: A spear made from dark dragon scales. If used skillfully, it can summon an illusion of a dragon, and the attack also has a slowing effect]
"That's fine, I can change weapons every now and then to avoid being detected by others. What is this jewelry…"
[Chrysanthe Bracelet [A]: When worn, it will restore the user's mana usage, and can also heal others. When used, it will give +10 health, +5 stamina]
"Oh, this is just what I needed!"
Ruminas immediately took out the bracelet and put it on. It was yellow mixed with green and had the shape of flowers. As soon as she put it on, she immediately felt light and relaxed.
"This is really a big upgrade, just one dungeon has all these things, now I suddenly want to go to another dungeon…"
"Finally, this special item…"
Ruminas's hand was currently holding a skull made of crystal. It was pure purple and exuded a very strong murderous aura.
"What the… hell is this?"
[Reminder: This is a quest prop, it will be useful when doing that quest]
"Is that all?"
Ruminas thought it was something special, but it seemed that it couldn't be used right now, and the system didn't tell her which mission it was a prop for.
"Well then, with just the remaining things, I should be able to use them for the next journey. But where should I go next…?"
Ruminas was thinking when suddenly a system notification appeared.
[You received a message from the Heroic Queen]
Ruminas was not surprised at all.
"Oh, forgot this one too"