[A bond has been successfully established with the subject ‘Erika Inoue’.]0

“Huh?”0

As soon as he emerged from the forest, Se-Hoon’s eyes widened due to the information message that appeared.0

Why did a bond with Erika, which he hadn’t been able to achieve until now, suddenly form? Caught off guard by the sudden situation, he recalled the fight just now.1

Did she sneak a peek?7

He wondered if her previously ambiguous evaluation of him had been revised after witnessing his battle with Seitz. And perhaps as a result of that, a bond had been formed. Though he might have been over-imagining it, considering her habit of appearing out of nowhere only to stare at him, it seemed plausible.1

I still can’t figure out what she’s thinking at all.0

The fact that the bond was formed as soon as he showcased some of his abilities in front of her suggested she cared more about practicality, but he couldn’t quite grasp the actual reason behind it.0

Pondering for a moment, he quickly dismissed the thoughts from his mind.0

Well, whatever. After all, a bond had been formed, so he would find out more when they met again.0

Switching his focus, he decided to check out Eun-Ha’s Fatestone which was partially attached to his right hand.0

[Fatestone - Iron Desire]0

[Tier: Advanced] [Quality: Perfect]0

[Consumes other metals, generating energy in the process. It corrodes the metal it touches, melting its core into itself.0

*Devours metal to create Blood Ore0

*Remaining durability: 78%]0

Is it because of the grade or the quality? The durability decreased by less than I thought.14

At this rate, he could probably...0