Then The Ghosthound coughed I think this event proves that there needs to be some changes in the village Of everyone I suspect you are the best with schedules and timeframes Help me whip this place into shape
Regina looked up at Mrs Hamilton and nodded then followed the other woman into Daniel’s small cabin To her surprise she saw The Ghosthound standing against the far wall his eyes closed
What do you require Mrs Hamilton asked serenely speaking to Daniel but her gaze locked onto the Ghosthound Even now as he stood still there was something chilling about his bearing A coldness that Regina hadn’t noticed before Whether it was the Tribulation’s coming or his journey to Franksburg something had changed within him
It did not seem to be a positive change
We are working out more intensive training schedules and trying to determine Skill Level goals for inclusion in squads I was hoping Daniel began but The Ghosthound interrupted him
There is something else
His eyes opened and they burned in the dimly lit room HIs focused shifted to Mrs Hamilton and then further onto Regina Almost instinctively Regina sucked in a breath when he looked at her There WAS something different A coldness and viciousness that hadn’t been there before It was calm now lurking in the backdrop but if it came out
Neither of you have classes correct The Ghosthound spoke slowly Both nodded
I have a gift for one of you It will give you access to a powerful class He continued I figured I would consult you both see which you believe would be more suitable
Regina Mrs Hamilton said immediately a small smile on her face Her healing magic is an asset to the village and if the class could be related to healing I don’t think you need me to explain how useful that would be
The Ghosthound nodded slowly the class is based on the individual so it is possible
I agree Daniel said after a moment of thought Ptolemy is sufficient for most things but his healing magic even with a class is only more useful than Regina’s due to having a higher tiered skill even though the skill levels are in Regina’s favor People simply have too much health for a Healing Palm to be sufficient in most cases Not even 2 sometimes suffice Obtaining a dedicated healer class
I disagree Regina said coolly surprising herself Not that this didn’t desire this gift but at the same time there was something that disturbed her about the current Randidly She assumed it was related to the strange situation with Lyra but It made her hesitate
And to be honest Regina really didn’t believe she was the best choice In terms of effect on the village or importance to Donnyton’s smooth running I can’t compare to Mrs Hamilton
In addition Regina added looking at Mrs Hamilton In terms of seniority she trumps me I believe that she is better suited for the gift
The Ghosthound’s smile was wolfish his gaze seeming to dig into Regina searching for Something I agree
Then he walked forward and placed his hand on Mrs Hamilton’s shoulder The woman frowned for a while and then her eyes widened
Then she shared her notification with the group
Congratulations You have received the Blessing of the West Calculating Blessing
From Randidly Ghosthound you have received the Soul Skill Silk of Entrapment and Manipulation You have gained access to the class Spider of the Lengthening Shadows As you do not possess a class speak with a Town Spirit to obtain this class You have gained the skill Patience Lvl 1 You have gained the skill Intuition Lvl 1 You have gained the skill Sense Intrusion Lvl 1
Well this certainly seems Unexpected Mrs Hamilton said the corners of her mouth slowly curling up
Kiersty explained as best she could what Arbor could do and how he had helped save the village
And Nathan added hastily Kiersty tired herself out casting Blessings on everyone to keep them alive She’s the real reason the village is safe
The Ghosthound’s gaze moved to Nathan his eyes currently a pale green Nathan helplessly fell silent feeling slightly awestruck After several long seconds the Ghosthound grunted and rubbed both of their heads
Good job
Then he walked past them to Arbor’s main trunk slightly taller but still covered in ash Currently only a single burning leaf remained on its branches the rest used during the defense of Donnyton With careful hands The Ghousthound reached out and touched the ashy surface rubbing across Arbor
The tree shyly wiggled back and forth seemingly unsure of how to behave next to its maker But after a while it timidly reached forward brushing a twig across The Ghosthound’s face leaving a long line of grey ash on his cheek
The Ghosthound didn’t seem to mind After a long moment he opened his eyes with a side So we are connected still by this Aether huh Interesting But good job for you too Protecting this village is a good thing But did you really need to give the little girl a Soul Skill Explaining this to her mother is a bit
Arbor twisted dismissively expressing its feelings about Kiersty’s mother Kiersty opened her mouth to explain but The Ghosthound replied as if he had heard I suppose so but it’s Ah I’m not good at this stuff at all you inherited some of my bad qualities it seems I can’t tell whether I should be happy or sad
Kiersty blushed Of course he could hear Arbor’s voice too He was the Ghosthound Arbor swelled pleased to have been compared to The Ghosthound
The ground erupted and dozens of huge vines as thick as a man’s thigh rushed forward to grip The Ghosthound Nathan backpedaled wildly and Kiersty frowned but The Ghosthound just laughed
Ah it’s good to see you too You’ve grown quite a bit haven’t you Thorn
The vines vibrated pleased and began rubbing the Ghosthound ripping through his clothes Arbor wiggled back and forth and the Ghosthound looked at the tree then frowned down at the vines around him
Thorn have you been bullying Arbor to have its priestess bless you
The vines wiggled helplessly The Ghosthound sighed Okay whatever Just ask next time okay And try not to destroy any of the ground inside Donnyton You are really really big
With a grunt Dozer collapsed atop her spent Annie pushed him playfully and then wiggled out from under him Taking some water from the basin by the door Annie began to clean herself as best she could
A soft knocking came at the door and Dozer just rolled over already snoring Frowning Annie opened the door a crack only to find Randidly standing there
Not bothering to dress herself Annie stepped out into the cool night air naked as the day she was born Your previous boo is dead or a pile of goop and you so quickly make a move on me not that that I didn’t expect it but
Annie batted her eyelashes at Randidly He simply snorted and reached out and placed a hand on her shoulder
Accept the gift The statement was more command than anything else and Annie considered refusing But then she pictured Dozer’s disapproving gaze if he heard she refused the Ghosthound and accepted with a sigh Then again with a frown Then again gritting her teeth
Why was this so difficult
Then the notification popped up
Congratulations You have received the Blessing of the North Calculating Blessing
From Randidly Ghosthound you have received the Soul Skill Blessing of the Frozen Expanse You have gained access to the class The White Whistling Death As you do not possess a class speak with a Town Spirit to obtain this class
Your skill Hawkeye has changed to Eyes of the Grey Eagle Lvl 1 All benefits have been retained Your skill Aiming has changed to Still Air Aiming Lvl 1 All benefits have been retained You have gained the skill White Haste Lvl 1 You have gained the skill Chilling Grace Lvl 1
Annie blinked very slowly Then finally she said Why
Because you deserved it And then Randidly left never even glancing at her naked body
Which left Annie feeling slightly insulted and also slightly disappointed but most of all relieved
Daniel and Regina sat in silence working out the schedule They had considered the different skills they thought were necessary and were now devising schedules and methods to cause those skills to be learned