The Survival of the Third-rate Villain

Chapter 52 52 - The Right Room

Just like Raye had thought...The academy couldn't afford to send a team to

Raye turned his attention to the other Kobold.

And with all of his might...

SWISH—

He unleashed a swift, powerful horizontal slash with his sword!

-Eeeekk!

CLANG!!!

The Kobold managed to block the attack, raising its weapon in time.

-Chrrck...?

But the sheer force of the strike sent its weapon—and its arms—flying backward!

Leaving its chest wide open!

Not wasting that opportunity...

Phuck—!

Raye thrust the short sword in his left hand directly into the Kobold's heart!

And without missing a beat...

Fwip—

He pulled a throwing dagger from his belt.

Fwish—

And threw it at the Kobold earlier!

-Hisssss?

Phuck—

The dagger struck the Kobold's head, piercing between its eyes and puncturing its brain!

The Kobold didn't even notice the dagger flying toward it because it was still recovering from being slammed on the wall!

Anyway, just like that...

Thud—

Raye had defeated two E- rank monsters in a matter of moments!

"Oh, that was easy."

Raye mumbled, genuinely surprised by how effortless it felt.

-Meep meep...

Even Pyro seemed taken aback.

Not long ago, Raye had struggled to deal with these monsters.

But after days of hard-fought battles, he had adapted.

And with every encounter, it became easier.

'Then, this just means one thing.'

Raye thought, a small, satisfied grin tugging at his lips.

"I got stronger, huh."

He murmured, unable to hide his pride.

*****

(Raye's POV)

After confirming my growth by eliminating ten more monster wolves in less than a minute, I felt a surge of confidence.

And with that...

"Time to change."

I swapped out my old armor and weapons for newer, sturdier ones.

I had plenty of spares, after all.

After gearing up, I ate some monster wolves' meat and drank spring water outside the mansion.

Then, I rested.

Pyro and I took turns keeping watch, alternating between meditation and light sleep.

...

And after a few hours later...

"It's time."

I said that aloud, my voice steady with determination.

-Meep...

Pyro replied nervously, hopping onto my shoulder for comfort.

"Hmm hmm..."

I stretched lightly, loosening up my body.

And after a final check of my equipment, I ensured everything was in order.

I wasn't hungry, thirsty, or tired.

And with nothing holding me back...

"..."

I turned my gaze toward the door leading to the right room.

The door to the mini-boss...

That's right.

'It's time to face the Giant Boar.'

After days of relentless training and preparation, I felt ready.

"..."

Standing before the door, I took a deep breath to steady my nerves.

"Haaaa..."

Creak—

I opened the door.

And inside...

"..."

I saw the Giant Boar peacefully sleeping.

Its sheer size was enough to make me feel fear.

But after calming my racing heart...

"Let's go."

I declared firmly.

-Meep.

Pyro responded, his resolve matching mine.

Tap—

And with that, we stepped into the room.

Though, as soon as we entered...

Thud!

The door behind us, the entrance and our only escape...

"..."

Immediately closed itself, locking me and Pyro inside the room!