The Shimmer Forest is a mysterious forest that not only contains mysterious places of all sizes, but also has countless mysterious creatures living in it. Windrunners of all generations have liked to choose this place for training for their apprentices. Roma didn't understand the difference between this forest and other mysterious forests.
"It's faith." Windrunner Anchuan said, "There are relics left by Heather in the Glimmer Forest. There are none in the Four-leaf Forest, even though most forest races believe in the goddess. There is also a Glimmer Forest in my hometown of Skraguk—— All shimmering forests bear the footprints of the goddess.”
"Is it the same as the Glitter Pool?"
"It is said that the goddess Heather came to Binya Io. The mountains and rivers she walked along the way rose, the rivers rushed, the grass and trees broke out of the ground, and the barren land turned into an oasis. The Shimmer Forest is the original forest environment where it was born, and it was created by the goddess's footprints. Existing in the earth. He symbolizes kindness and life, as well as the endless unknown and endless adventure. With that said, do you think the Glitter Pool is the same as the Shimmering Forest?"
"It's different." Roma understood. Heather, unlike Lucia, would not perform any miracles alone to show His favor or glory. Everything is presented naturally. "Windrunner's trial is in the Shimmering Forest. Is this the same for other mysterious professions in the forest?"
"Most of them. It's not easy to light a fire, and it's even more difficult to change professions. I know that druids and tree shepherds work in the forest, and there are a few natural alchemists who get Heather's blessing here. Oh, and there are wood elements. Masters. I always forget about them. There are elemental masters for every element, why do we need to divide them in such detail?" He complained at the end.
"They each have elemental life."
"Your foundation is ridiculously poor." Yasukawa's words made her regret interrupting. "Not all elements have elemental life. Didn't the Tower of Sky teach you mysterious knowledge? The number of elemental life is very rare, and the variety is relatively speaking. You lions also have different subspecies... Humans are Even more so."
What do I know about these? "Are there lions in the Shimmering Forest?" Roma changed the subject. They were resting on a flat rock by the roadside. The path into the mountain was rugged and narrow, making it difficult to walk. This is especially true for little lions wearing new shoes.
"Of course. There may even be people of your race. I have met a lion man who traveled across the continent. He has a unique skill of grilling eels and also likes to eat crocodiles."
Roma took off her shoes and stretched her painfully squeezed toes. "Crocodile?" She had never eaten that kind of animal. However, she can accept human food, but there is no reason why she cannot accept food from her own race. I might try it someday...
"Well, this is a lion that prefers to eat aquatic animals. People's tastes are different. Lions are actually much better tempered than dwarves, and they are not lacking in wisdom. It's just that they often think about different things from us. People misunderstand.”
She thought about Ronald, the "Lion" in the tower, and suddenly felt that Yasukawa was right. What else do you know that I don’t know? Roma himself did not understand his own race. "How do you know so much?"
"I have been to many places, Roma. I have even been to your hometown. The beauty of the sunset grassland is one of my most unforgettable memories. Between the vast green grass and the soft lines of the rolling hills, you will feel the ethereal tranquility. Rhythm. That is a place where running is better than walking slowly. The wind calling for freedom comes from all directions, and you belong to it."
"I think so too." Windrunner's description filled her with fascination, but Roma didn't want people to see that she had never been there. I will go to the grassland sooner or later, but not just to see the scenery.
Yasukawa tapped her bow. "Put on your shoes. It's time for us to hit the road." The bow was made of hickory wood and the strings were tightly stretched. It was the weapon Windrunner chose for her, and Roma was more comfortable with it than any other sword. She thought it would be easier to wrap a gold cloth belt around it. After a while, Anchuan ordered again: "Take out your compass. Soon we will have no way to go."
Sure enough. Adventurers are not willing to come to the forest where few people have set foot, and where there are clear maps and danger signs. Just like the Valley of Sleep in the Four-leaf Forest in the past. People only want to gain benefits from taking risks and do not intend to lose their lives. Windrunners need to hone their craft in order to carry the gifts of the mystical profession. Roma believes that her physical condition is definitely qualified, but Yasukawa insists that she pass the test.
"Ligning the fire does not mean that you can control the mystery. Magic is like a sword in a sheath. You have to learn to use the edge to hurt the enemy." Windrunner said, "I hope you will not be arrogant because of gaining power, so the existence of basic training must It’s essential. It makes you aware of your own shortcomings and gives the magic a place to work.”
"I can defeat my enemies with just my magic power," she said with certainty.
"You don't understand the enemy you are facing, little Roma. The Church of Gaia is not the Seven Pillars, but they still have terrifying power. Even if you are Chloe's apprentice, there is no guarantee that someone will take risks and kill you. More Not to mention those mysterious creatures you encountered before facing the church! You must protect yourself first, and then seek justice for your friends." Windrunner reminded her, "Cross Knights are all outstanding warriors who have experienced hundreds of battles. There are many riders among them who are mysterious. Even if you can escape, it is absolutely impossible to recover those children who were forcibly sold. Are you willing to see such a result?"
Roma gritted her teeth. "I will try it hard and string those bastards' heads together."
It was more difficult to say this than usual promises, and she knew that she really valued it. Aiken is waiting for me to take him back to his mother. Thinking of Manet, she felt angry again. Could it be that my mother thought the same way? Am I a burden to her? But she just wants to go back to her...
A bush of heather almost tripped her. Roma quickly found her balance and followed her mentor. Yasukawa is different from Larsen. The latter loves her more like an elder and will be soft-hearted as long as she acts coquettishly. He taught Roma a lot of mysterious knowledge, but the strange thing is that she can't remember it well... anyway, she doesn't have the archery skills. But no matter what, Larson was her mentor and Chloe was her home.
Roma was convinced that the Lord Saint had sent someone to look for her, and at that time she got into the Gaia Church to evade search. Is Uncle Ronald still looking for me? Or someone else? While she hoped that the tower would send people to search for her with great fanfare, she also indulged in the free time. She hurriedly avoided a cedar tree, its thick needles soft to the touch. Roma began to feel lucky that she was wearing shoes. The forest tempts her deeper, its deep green layers filtered by sunlight framed by shadows. I want to find Aiken, I want to become Windrunner. Roma forced herself to concentrate and focus on the current trial.
She suddenly heard the sound of water, and the forest leaves gradually became moist. They stopped when a small river appeared in front of them. "We'll start from here." Windrunner Yasukawa told her.
"What should I do?" She had a vague premonition of the content of the trial.
"Swim over."
Roma looked at the river. It was only ten yards wide, a stream at best, but it was fast and deep and cold. No one told me that the trial also included crossing the river. "I can't swim," she lied so as not to get her hair wet.
"Then you have to start learning from now on." The instructor was indifferent, "This is the test for Windrunner's trial."
Roma was not fooled: "When I light the fire, I can learn this kind of thing directly!" She looked at him provocatively. "Swimming is a basic skill for Windrunner, right?"
"Mystery will bring you knowledge, but knowing and applying are two different things. Few people can quickly turn it into their own ability after learning the secret of a certain skill. Most people must study hard and practice hard, and use the apprenticeship period to do it in advance Prepare." Before Roma thought she could rely on blood instinct to speak again, Yasukawa told her bluntly: "As far as I know, your learning ability is very poor, and it is almost impossible to do this."
"Of course I can!"
"Even true geniuses would not be as sure as you. Could it be that there are apprentices in the tower who can pass the Ministry of Foreign Affairs examination without going through training courses? The only exception is that you mentioned elemental life before - the West Towers have the inheritance of fire. Only then can you quickly learn the basics of the profession. The lion's instinct actually belongs to this kind. But you want to become a windrunner, not a warrior or a rider, and your racial advantage will be greatly weakened." The little lion was suddenly dejected, her The instructor had no choice but to comfort her: "Of course, the advantage is still an advantage. You are much more relaxed than I was before. I just started holding the bow, and I kept missing the target all day long."
And I succeeded the first time. Roma regained some confidence, and although she was still far from the center, she hit the target. She found herself embarrassed to lie to him: "I can swim."
Yasukawa was not angry either: "That would be easier. Tie the bow and arrows tightly, and don't take off your shoes. I'll wait for you on the other side to see if you can do the next thing. Will you bake yourself dry?"
On the outskirts of Iron Claw City, Anchuan taught her how to make fire. Roma touched the flint in his pocket. "No problem." There are things that can ignite everywhere here. She was curious about the next trial: "What's next?"
"It depends on the situation. Whatever you encounter, it will be what it is. The trials of Windrunner are not static. We all have our own projects that we are good at, just like the mysterious creatures have different professions. Subtle differences will also determine Your future direction, and Windrunner's mentor will never ask you to give up your strengths and use stupid methods to show your own shortcomings." Yasukawa said, "But Windrunner's trial still has its limitations. Sex. I have never taught a lion man, I hope your results will be a little better than I thought, otherwise I will not allow you to tie yourself a golden strip."
"You tied your belt yourself too?"
"Yes. It is true that some people like to brag and wear belts to fool strangers. That is not the way for decent people. Windrunners regard wearing too many belts as a shame, but they don't mind missing a few or even taking them off." Yasukawa waved his hand. , interrupting Roma’s endless whys. "When you pass the test, it won't be too late for me to tell you."
