Level Up: Voidwalker

Chapter 76 - 76: Why Pinch Ma Bum

Atlas stepped out of the armor shop as the afternoon sun shone overhead, but there was a chill in the air. He returned the armor to his storage with a single thought while deciding what to do, 'I need some clothes, more food and a canteen before going back to the stall to get my order.'

With that in mind, he began

"Azhar'Zul, what were you thinking? Those people could have been the kidnappers from Volantis! What if they had captured you? I would have lost you!" she demanded, her voice tinged with concern. "You can be reckless sometimes, but I'm relieved you're alright."

Atlas felt a pang of guilt, softened by her tight embrace. She held him close, her words mixing gratitude with worry. "You fought bravely, Azhar'Zul, but please promise me you won't take such risks again."

After Artemis released him, Grishna emerged triumphantly, clutching the gang's bulging coin pouches. "Let's get out of here before the guards swarm in," she declared with a broad grin.

The trio dashed out of the alleyway and sprinted back to the guild. Upon arrival, Atlas glanced over his shoulder and saw a swarm of guards converging on the scene. Dismissing his armor with a nonchalant gesture, he ignored the startled reactions of onlookers nearby.