Chapter 450 - 247: Pillar of Thunder

Regarding Mentor Humbert’s words, Raine tilted his head and smiled, patting the rough hand that held him, and comforted, "Don’t worry, mentor, I know what I’m doing."

Then, Raine turned his gaze to Elder Grenum and said, "Elder, I’ll give it a try!"

Upon hearing Raine’s words, Elder Grenum seemed very appreciative, stroked his gray beard, and laughed heartily, "Young man, not bad, full of vigor!"

Grenum also said to Humbert, "Kid, look at your disciple, his drive is much stronger than yours!"

"You’re only a few years old and already a rookie instructor. When I was your age, I was still swinging a hammer fighting ogres!"

"Elder, Raine, he..."

Facing Elder Grenum’s teasing, Humbert was indifferent but eagerly wanted to say something, seemingly unable to persuade Raine, intending to persuade Elder Grenum instead.

"You worry too much! Kid, why are you so concerned about your disciple? Your disciple isn’t as simple as you think."

Upon hearing Elder Grenum say this, Humbert was suddenly taken aback. Only then did he remember that although Raine appeared to be Level 5, not long ago during a spar at the Ironfoot Legion encampment, he was clearly at a disadvantage.

Moreover, following Elder Grenum’s gaze, Raine’s epic Warhammer Counterattacker boldly appeared in his sight again.

This made Humbert ponder and fall silent immediately.

....

Several minutes later.

As Raine and Humbert walked toward the exit of the Deep Furnace Hall, Humbert was still worried on the way:

"Raine, you are being too hasty. We dwarves value commitment. If you can’t fulfill the promise this time, I won’t have much to say to Elder Grenum."

Humbert’s words made Raine’s heart feel a hint of warmth.

He understood Humbert’s intentions; the mentor originally intended to persuade the clan elder once more to make him relent or at least lower some demands.

But on one hand, he didn’t want his mentor to be troubled for his sake.

On the other hand, the confidence given by Monster Skill, having acquired the bloodline of ’particularly strong Elite Flom Demon,’ would give him considerable advantage when facing the Blue Dragonman.

"Don’t worry, mentor, I’m confident."

As if he hadn’t heard Raine’s words, Humbert pondered for a moment and then said, "Raine, I’ll take you to Centurion Krom Stonefist, who’s responsible for this mission."

"Although Krom is from the Stonefist clan, he might give me some respect!"

"This... works as well. Thank you, mentor."

Raine thought for a moment; although he personally felt it wasn’t necessary, the mentor’s kind intention made rejecting it more concerning.

...

Half an hour later.

Ironfoot Legion encampment.

Raine, Humbert, and a middle-aged dwarf wearing heavy armor and bright-colored large steel gloves sat facing each other.

"Krom, this is my disciple Raine; he wants to participate in the action against the Blue Dragon group’s affiliated legion." After quickly explaining the purpose, Humbert directly made the request.

Centurion Krom carefully looked Raine up and down, saying:

"Young man, among humans, at your age with your skills, it’s quite rare, but our Ironfoot Legion values teamwork. You are very tall and on the frontline field, shield formations would have gaps."

Saying that, Centurion Krom glanced at Humbert and said, "Humbert, let your disciple, stay behind the combat formation, responsible for ranged attacks?"

"With such height, he must be good at javelin throwing, archery, or using a crossbow, right?"

Krom said this while smiling at Humbert.

"Krom, thank you! I’ll treat you to a drink later!" Humbert pounded his thigh heavily, relieved, showing joy on his face.

Hearing this, Raine was faced with a mix of tears and laughter.

He realized that Centurion Krom of the Stonefist clan was giving his mentor considerable favor.

He was assigned a very ’safe’ position.

To be responsible for remote support?

However...

With Centurion Krom and Mentor Humbert already having agreed upon it, saying something now wasn’t very fitting.

Once the action starts, he can just assess the situation then.

It’ll be a good chance to observe the battleground dynamics.

Speaking of which, he has not seen a battle involving quasi legion-level scales yet.

"When do we set out?"

"Those dragon youngsters also have night vision talent; nighttime isn’t an ideal time for an offensive."

"The border regiment has already assembled in a hidden valley near the Iron Ring Excavation Site. Early tomorrow morning, we will ride griffins to get there."

"Alright! Just as well, Raine, you can rest up a bit."

...

Stonefire Inn entrance.

Once he stepped into the inn, Raine sensed an atmosphere entirely distinct from Mill Town’s Oak Inn. At this moment, the dining hall on the first floor often rang with loud cheers and the clinking of glasses.

The rich smell of liquor was more than evident.

’Indeed, dwarves are all booze lovers.’

Raine couldn’t help but shake his head lightly and quickly walked up to the second floor.

Before returning to his room, Raine remembered something and knocked on the door of Laisa’s room next door.

Soon, as the door opened, Laisa’s familiar figure appeared at the doorway.

"Raine! You’ve returned! Let me tell you, I’ve already learned the ’meat bean stew’ that Lord Humbert treated us to, that’s fast, isn’t it!" Seeing Raine return, Laisa said joyfully.

"So quick? Truly impressive!"