Flashy Adventurer System : Show Off to Get Stronger!

'Tch...these bastards are just begging to have their faces slapped!'

Shye didn't want trouble this early in his career, however, he also simply couldn't allow them to walk all over him.

'Do I really need to join one of these damned divisions?' He pondered, thinking that if he had the protection of one respectable adamantite-ranked adventurer, he could perhaps eliminate around eighty to ninety percent of his newcomer problems.

Only, he didn't know if his freedom would be restricted if he did join a division, hence, Shye knew he had to be careful in choosing.

Otherwise, it would only be detrimental to his development.

Once again shifting his attention to Bernal and his lackeys, Shye couldn't help but inwardly sneer in disdain

'There's no way in hell I'll join a goon division like yours!'

He had the option to slap their faces by using his quest priority rights, however, he was kinda low on points after spending a lot on Shirley.

Thus, he was tempted to take the duel.

'If I need to join divisions to help me get through the initial stages of my career, then I might as well join the best!'

How will he do that? Why, show off, of course!

He knew that the division of the clowns in front of him would be nowhere near the top based on their desperation to recruit him, even resorting to nasty tactics to force him to join.

If he could join the top-tier ones, then idiots like these wouldn't dare touch him anymore.

Moreover, even if he won't be as free as he initially was, he could at least use the resources and influence of his division to secure some advantages for himself.

If he somehow got lucky enough to join a truly respectable one with an honorable division leader, even better.

Still, Shye needs at least to gauge the strength of his competition in Valenzia, and although he was sure that the third-year rookie he would be facing wouldn't be that strong, it wouldn't hurt to see him first.

"Hmmph! if this third-year rookie is deserving then I would give way. However, how would I know if the guy isn't only imaginary if he isn't even here?" Shye said, seemingly feigning calmness.

Naturally, his "subtle nervousness" could not escape Bernal's seasoned eyes, making the goonish squadron leader even more confident.

Unbeknownst to the bastard, Shye deliberately made him think that way so that he would call their division's third-year rookie here, allowing him to use appraisal on the guy before deciding whether to fight.

Should his opponent prove too hard to handle, which he believed to be highly unlikely, Shye could opt to use his quest priority privileges instead.

...Feeling triumphant after "cornering" the so-called super rookie, A condescending smile emerged on the corners of Bernal's mouth.

"Jolo, call Boken here."

"Right away, Squadron Leader Bernal!" Read latest stories on empire

After a few minutes, the third-year rookie named Boken arrived.

'Appraisal.'

[Name]: Boken Bownz

[Level]: 158

[Occupation]: Adventurer (Emerald)

[Class]: Warrior

[Skills]: [Taunt Lv.5][Shield Bash Lv.5][Power Slash Lv.5][Blink Strike Lv.5] [Dash Lv.5] [Destructive Chop Lv.5][Lunge Lv.5] [Enhance Agility Lv.5] [Enhance Strength Lv.5] [Enhance Dexterity Lv.5][Lethal Edge Lv.4(Uncommon)][Vengeful Bastion Lv.4(Uncommon)][(Dark)Stygian Rage Lv.3(Rare)][(Dark)Unholy Crosscut Lv.3(Rare)]

[Strength: 270]

[Intelligence: 110]

[Agility: 260]

[Dexterity: 260]

[Stamina: 250]

[Vitality: 195]:

[Wisdom: 80]

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'Heh, what a trash. Seems like there are still lots of idiots who overestimate themselves even in Valenzia City...' Shye mused upon seeing Boken's attributes. 'There's no way a guy like this would be able to complete the special quest reserved for rising stars.'

Although Shye hadn't seen the contents of the special quest yet, he was sure that such third-rate trash wouldn't succeed.

"Hahahaha! Indeed, when the big animals come in, the smaller ones move aside! It seems that you recognize the capabilities of one of our newest additions to our division judging by your silence." Bernal lightly mocked, satisfied at Shye's lack of words. "You will also become as strong if not more if you join us. So, what do you say?"

"I say let's stop yapping and start the duel for the quest rights. I'm quite a busy man so I would appreciate it if we could go straight to resolving our disagreements instead of talking incessantly."

Hearing Shye's words, veins popped at the sides of Bernal's head.

Just when he thought he already subdued the willful rookie, the bastard came out with another batch of infuriating words.

"Fine then, since you don't know what's good for you, it would be better to teach you about reality through good-old ass whooping!" Bernal said in suppressed anger, turning around and glancing at one of his subordinates promptly after.

"Jolo, ensure that the match would be spectated by as many people as possible."

"Right away, Squadron Leader Bernal."

Even though Bernal whispered his orders, his words didn't escape Shye's ears.

'Why, thank you for helping me gather more onlookers, you moronic squadron leader.'

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"Hmmph! Shye Crowley. I thought you were a wise man based on how you led your dark horse of an academy to the championship last year. Seems like your reputation precedes you. I would've respected you more had you acknowledged your temporary weakness!"

"Heh, I never once thought that you are a wise man so I would never care about your opinion. Temporary weakness? Hahahaha! I, Shye Crowley, would never consider myself weak!"

'At least not from the likes of you!'

"Hmmph! Bold words. Fine. I, your senior, shall guide you through the workings of the world!"

Hearing the fighting words from the two rookies the onlookers were hyped.

As a result, more and more guildsmen were attracted to watch the spectacle, including the eyes and ears of various high-ranked Raven's Blade divisions.

"Hahahaha! I can't believe we will get to see Shye Crowley fight as soon as he arrives!"

"Indeed, idiots like Bernal do have their merits."

Bernal naturally heard the words of the rude adventurers, however, he didn't dare retort as the two were not only stronger than him but also belonged to a higher-ranked division.

Hence, he could only swallow his anger and forcefully shift his focus toward the match with gnashed teeth.

"Remember, no killing. The match would only end when one competitor surrenders or is incapacitated. Begin!"