System vs Rebirth

Noel also thought about the bad possibility that would come from the complete rune.

'If everyone knows about my knowledge about the complete rune that can basically transform the entire Rune System as well as the blacksmith's Enchantment… many kingdom will either form a connection with me or try to kill me for the information.

'Either way, it can also be my last trump card if I can't avenge my parents by myself. Marrying to another kingdom and force them to help me is also an option, but for now, I want to do it by myself. Hence, I need to gain enough reputation first before showing the whole rune if I don't want this kingdom seizing this power. Well, I can even make a unique school about rune in my territory which will allow me to gain some connections with the nobles who will send their people to learn from me. Yeah, there are many ways to use it, so I don't have to rush everything for the time being.'

Noel's expression brightened as they reached Rick's room. Noel also took another look at the incomplete runes.

'Rune itself is just an imaginary power of a single word. The runes embedded into this armor are Harden, Dispersion, and Flexible. In fact, this Dispersion is the exact same thing as my Spiritual Energy Dispersion Rune.

'In fact, all my runes like Increase Agility, Strength Blessing, Spiritual Energy Dispersion, and Chain Bind Rune can be described by a single word that is embedded to that rune itself. Agility, Strength, Dispersion, and Chain Runes. Anna's Duplication Rune is the same.

'The embedding process uses the advantage of Demon's parts which are rich in Spiritual Energy, making them a perfect conductor to Spiritual Energy. That's why that's the only way to create a Spiritual Equipment… I think?

'Well, I have spare Honor Points that I can use to upgrade my Rune Mastery, but I'll wait after my expedition to the Sword Saint Tomb since I might need to use it at that time.'

While Noel was thinking, Rick had picked up his tools and came to him. "Noel. Are you ready?"

"Yes, I'm ready. But what are you planning to do?" Noel asked.

"It's simple. You put your armor on so that I can activate the Spiritual Enchantment. After this, you won't have any problem in activating those runes by yourself."

"Ah! Alright…" Noel nodded in agreement, knowing what he had to do. However, this armor was supposed to be worn underneath his clothes, so… "Wait a minute, doesn't that mean…"

"Yes. Please strip." Rick smiled, confirming it without hesitation.

"Well…" Noel made a wry smile. He didn't really mind taking off his shirt to put the armor on and since he was commoner, there was no need to care about others' opinion. But… Noel couldn't help but look at the side.

Yes, there was Rica in the room. Anna had seen his body, so he didn't really mind, but he wondered what the other party thought. It could be considered a harassment after all.

"Rica. Leave the room a bit!" Rick glanced to his sister.

"Wait, what? Can't I stay? I just have to not look, right?" Rica was bewildered.

"Be a proper lady and wait outside!" Rick was adamant in making her leave to the point he dragged her out of the room before locking the door.

When they were busy among themselves, Noel had taken off his shirt and put on this armor.

It was quite tight even for him. It felt like he was wearing a thick layer of tight clothes. But surprisingly, he didn't feel restrained at all. The armor could match his body movement as if it was continuously expanding and shrinking.

"The only adjustment that has to be made is the Flexible Enchantment. I have to fit your body." Rick explained while taking out a Mid Level Demon Crystal and a few Low Level Demon Crystals. He then connected the Crystals and the Rune with his fingers.

Just like how Roel taught him how to focus the Spiritual Energy into a certain part, Rick seemed to be able to do the same as his hand became the bridge of the Spiritual Energy between the rune and the crystals.

The armor gradually became less tight. In fact, he felt more comfortable this way.

"This is how you make an adjustment. You have to feed the Enchantment with Spiritual Energy from the Demon Crystal. It'll gradually expand in size while matching your body contour. I've heard that you've learned about this technique when helping my father."

"Ah, yes. That's why you said I could make the adjustment, right?"

"Yes. Even if we didn't meet you, you could do it yourself with some instructions."

"Showing it is better." Noel nodded, assuring him that he didn't mind either way.

Rick smiled and continued feeding the rune until Noel confirmed it was the right size. After that, he said, "How about channeling your Spiritual Energy to the other Enchantments to test it?"

Noel nodded and poured the Spiritual Energy to the Harden Rune. He realized that the armor became stiffer, making it hard to move. But he didn't feel much pain when he hit the armor.

He understood that Harden Rune would be extremely effective but he had to use it at a perfect timing.

After confirming its effect, Noel tried the second rune, the Dispersion Rune. This time, he used Spiritual Energy to punch his stomach. As expected, the Dispersion Rune scattered the Spiritual Energy, lowering the impact.

Roel knew that Noel would be fighting against the Demon, so Dispersion Rune would benefit him in the long run, since the demons could use Spiritual Energy from Mid Level Demon onward.

Depending on how he used it, the armor would become another form of weapon for him. But what satisfied him the most was when he put back on his clothes. It certainly made him look a bit buffed, but it wasn't much to the point others would notice the difference. Only those who had known him would notice it.

"How is it?" Rick asked.

"There's no problem. I can get used to this in less than a week since there's not much difference."

"Great. That means we've delivered your request completely." Rick smiled.

"How should I pay you? I even make you use Demon Crystals."

"Please don't mind about it. Our father is already thankful enough to fix this messy family. If he knows that I'm taking your money whether forced or not, I'll be beaten up. I also do it because I want to repay you."

"I see. Thank you." Noel nodded. "Still, since you have arrived here, I can bring you around. That much should be fine, right?"

"I have wandered around for the past few days. If you don't mind, you should bring Rica around since she must be sulking right now."

"Ahaha, will do." Noel chuckled. "Then…"

"Yes." Rick waved his hand, seeing him off while cleaning up.