reincarnation npc, but tomorrow's ark

Some chose to remain silent, some chose to fuel the flames, but only a small number chose to desperately try to salvage the situation.

However, most people remain completely unaware of this, continuing their pointless struggles as if they were all vowing to be the first to step into the abyss before destruction arrives.

However, this is life, the life of ordinary people. You can't say that the struggle unfolding before your eyes is meaningless, just as you would deny the Kerrigans who have just started using Originium Electric and their courage in pursuing innovation.

For them, the world is what they can see right in front of them.

They didn't stand high enough, nor could they see far enough.

However, at least at this moment, both sides in the battle are giving it their all. Although they cannot shake the earth or move the rocks with their every move, they are still fighting with all their might.

Especially the students of Baiye.

Because he was aware of this, Bai Ye did not underestimate the battle taking place on the ground—even though, to him, such a battle was indeed too low-level.

However, he still watched it very carefully because he had gone through the same thing.

In Melantha, Bai Ye could see a reflection of his past self—equally silent and introverted, but once he drew his sword, his sharpness was fully revealed.

However, Melansa still needs further refinement and training before she can truly stand on her own.

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Melantha was unaware that her teacher was watching her.

But before Exusiai could stop her, the girl had already rushed out, even though there were many enemies surrounding them.

Melantha's habit was to strike first, after all, she had previously sparred with Bai Ye at a high intensity, and Bai Ye always let her go first.

Taking a deep breath, Melantha swung down her longsword. She hadn't expected that on her first day of internship in Lungmen, before even meeting all her colleagues, she would be plunged into a fierce battle.

"Ok?"

Melantha sensed something was wrong as soon as she drew her sword.

"so slow……"

This was Melanie's first impression.

She was originally prepared to go all out, after all, these Syracuse gangsters looked menacing and not to be trifled with.

But when she first engaged in combat with one of them, she realized something was wrong.

so slow.

too slow.

Melantha could easily see through their movements; she could easily slip between two men; she could easily dodge their attacks.

"This……"

Melanie was momentarily stunned.

Before the two short swords could strike her, the girl deftly dodged to the side, swung her long sword backhand, and used the back of the blade to knock one of them unconscious.

“So weak…”

Melanie couldn't help but complain.

She had prepared herself for a tough battle, but once she got to the other side, she realized that she had really overestimated them.

"Could it be... that I'm very strong?"

Melantha then belatedly realized that she seemed to have never had a clear understanding of her own strength.

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"puff--"

Bai Ye couldn't help but laugh out loud.

He was such a master swordsman that he could understand what Melantha was struggling with just by glancing at her movements.

This silly apprentice didn't realize until now that he's actually quite strong, did he?

However, this seems normal, since Melantha has been training with Baiye every day recently. Due to the huge gap between the two, even though Melantha has made considerable progress, it is still difficult to notice that the gap has narrowed when compared with Baiye.

Melantha was so focused on a goal that she could never seem to catch up with that she neglected her footing. When she came to her senses, she realized that she had walked quite a distance without even noticing.

"We really need to get her out and see..."

Bai Ye nodded, feeling a little relieved.

If Melantha's perception continues to be severely out of sync with her actual abilities, it may not necessarily be a good thing.

The frustration of not being able to break through her strength no matter how hard she tried will increase the pressure on the girl, and even Bai Ye doesn't know what the consequences will be.

Bai Ye had indeed overlooked this issue before, which was because he had a blind spot when considering the problem. Players naturally know how strong they are because they have a system panel where everything is crystal clear.

Level, attributes, skills, equipment.

The latter two are not as intuitive as the former, but they can still be distinguished by rarity and prestige.

The higher the prestige, the stronger the character.

With just one glance, players can know their skill level.

Being able to clearly see one's own strength at all times is one of the hidden benefits of the player's built-in game system panel, and it is also one that is basically overlooked.

Every player has one of the most basic elements of a game, which reflects the character's growth and is directly related to the game's fun and motivation. What's so special about that?

However, this obvious difference can only be felt when Bai Ye is in the perspective of an NPC. After all, as a native, it is really difficult to have a complete understanding of oneself and others.

For example, that guy Jeston often has slight doubts about how big the gap is between himself and Saria.

Actually, this guy was quite capable, but he got too arrogant and ran into a strong opponent, getting crushed in three punches and questioning his existence.

If he knew his own limitations, he probably wouldn't have had this problem.

Chapter Ninety-Seven: The Strongest

(After a busy week, I finally got my computer sorted out. I feel pretty good.)

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"So, I'm already this strong?"

In a single encounter, she took down four Syracuse gangsters, shocking not only the opposing side but also leaving Melantha herself somewhat stunned.

Yes, she herself didn't expect that she would improve so much. No, compared to the past, she is now on a completely different level.

Melantha felt a faint sense of smug satisfaction. After all, although she had become an operator of Rhodes Island, this Felin was still a girl who hadn't graduated from high school for very long. Even if she wasn't very outgoing, she still had the mindset of a young person.

The girl felt joy because of her progress.

However, the mood wasn't so pleasant for her enemy, who was facing her.

Capone, in particular, was absolutely furious.

How come just anyone can come along and easily defeat these gangsters?

He originally thought this girl from Film looked delicate and didn't have the flamboyant personality that Penguin Logistics' lunatics usually had, but how come when she made a move, she gave people the feeling that she was no less than that Texas?

Where did that bastard Emperor find so many powerful guys?!

Capone shook his head.

Then he saw Melanie, who was slightly stunned.

"He actually zoned out during the battle?!"

Just how little respect do you have for us?!

"Hmph, don't underestimate me! You arrogant bastard!"

Capone mistakenly believed that the girl was looking down on them, and that's why he started to lose focus.

Does the fighting here really bore you?

Capone raised his crossbow and fired an arrow at Melantha.

The crossbow bolts, enhanced by Originium Arts, shot towards Melantha like meteors.

"Um?!"

Melantha suddenly seemed to sense something, and she moved away as if she were a prophet.

Then, in the next instant, an arrow grazed her hair.

"Not bad, a bit slower than the teacher's sword..."

Compared to her teacher's unpredictable swordsmanship during her fight with Bai Ye, this cold arrow did not put any pressure on Melantha, nor did it make her break out in a cold sweat after dodging it.

After all, this kind of maneuver is just the norm when fighting against a teacher.

In teaching his students, Bai Ye greatly exploited their talents. Even Melantha's perception abilities, which were enhanced by Oripathy and were slowly weakening, were forced by Bai Ye to master and learn to control them.

Because Bai Ye knew that to master a mecha, reaction speed was absolutely crucial, which directly affected the pilot's ability to control the mecha.

Especially the powered armor equipped with a neural interface.

Because the power armor makes people much faster, reaction time must keep up.

Bai Ye may not be a good teacher, and his methods of teaching skills are quite strange, but he can indeed make his students stronger and achieve the desired results.

Although Melantha did not make much progress in physical attributes and Originium Arts.

However, in terms of swordsmanship, combat experience, and instinctive reactions, Melantha has improved immeasurably compared to the past.

As a master swordsman proficient in various styles, Bai Ye taught Melantha a set of sword techniques that were more suitable for her habits and swordsmanship foundation.

With her various training sessions and outstanding reflexes, Melantha has now even surpassed her original master, Miss Franka.

Dealing with these small fry in front of us is a piece of cake.

So, what followed was Melantha's solo performance.

These poor Syracuse mafia members became nothing more than background figures.

"...So strong..."

Bison held up his shield, watching the black-clad girl with film weave through the enemy ranks. She moved with incredible speed, her sword flashing in graceful arcs through the air.

Compared to her, his previous performance seemed utterly inadequate, and he couldn't possibly achieve that level.

"Father, is this what you wanted to tell me...?"

"On this land, there are many, many people who are stronger than me... even my peers."

"I am far from enough, far from qualified..."

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Yes, Bison's worldview was shaken after seeing the performance of his peer Melantha.

He originally thought he had grown up enough to become a messenger traveling across this land, and that the adults' rejection was simply because they didn't trust him or were too indulgent towards him.

Now, he realizes that he is actually far from being good enough.

After all, he is far from being able to stand alone in such an unexpected situation.

"Um..."

Exusiai blinked as she watched Melantha wreak havoc.

What a formidable newcomer! No wonder she's Bai Ye's student. Exusiai can definitely see a trace of Bai Ye in the girl.

However... the plan has failed. Originally, Exusiai wanted to use herself as bait to lure out the enemies who have been targeting Penguin Logistics recently, but with Melantha's rampage, it seems the bait has been wasted.

Well, it doesn't even matter whether Croissant comes or not.

Judging from Melantha's expression, it seems that Croissant doesn't need to do anything anymore.

……

"retreat!"

"Quickly, retreat!"

"Why is Texas here?!"

"Damn it, look closely! That's a Feline! Where did this Texas come from?!"

"So, things turned out like this even without Texas coming?! What will happen when she arrives?!"

The Syracuses retreated, cursing and swearing.