Return of the Legendary Runesmith-Chapter 52 - 51- Strongest

Ruby, unfortunately, had to return home.

She really wanted to stay at the Tower and witness what kind of masterpiece Adrian built in the assessment round.

She has seen the armament he built for that redhead teacher in the academy. She was roaming around that area, that day and accidentally witnessed the woman creating a huge whirlpool.

She further investigated the matter and found that the woman, Norma was actually a failed Warden. Her element was too weak for her to continue as a hunter. As such she retired early.

Then what about that attack? That spell definitely didn’t belong to a failed Warden.

Later, upon meeting Norma, and manipulating her a little, she exposed the truth.

It was the runes that gave her the wings to explore her full potential.

She mentioned something about having ’hybrid-affinity’ which the Runesmith mentioned.

Ruby had never heard of that term before, that’s why she got intrigued. And that spell performance, followed by the exaggerated reaction of the Headmistress, pushed Vermillion to take a step towards the Runesmith.

Since that day, Ruby has been stalking Adrian.

His routine was...normal, to say the least. Train, teach, eat, and repeat. He barely gives any time to Runesmithing yet he has such a great talent in it.

Just the very thought of being involved with him in a heated debate of runes makes her shiver.

She loves runes and the power they provide to someone.

And considering Adrian’s knowledge in the field, she knew she had found a worthy companion.

However, sadly, she couldn’t be with him longer. She had to return urgently since Ruby received a letter from her house mentioning:

[Your friend is here.]

Now, there is only one person in the world whom Ruby considers as a friend. So there was no doubt who was waiting, as such, she used the teleportation portal to return to her nation and was headed towards her house.

Ruby was a resident of the nation named Grimvale.

Her house holds the position equivalent to a Duke, but since they never were fond of being tied to the government, House Vermillion remained an independent powerhouse

Yes, they were loyal to their nation, but the King couldn’t directly order them around unless there was an emergency

They are in the far south of Velmora—the kingdom where the Third Tower is situated. That’s why Vermillion has to use teleportation to reach here on time.

"Welcome back, Lady." The maid greeted her with a short bow.

Ruby smilingly asked, "Where is she?" Her feet never stopped as she rushed inside the mansion.

The house was huge, to say the least. High ceilings, beautiful chandeliers, excellent, invaluable antiques, and paintings with worth that could feed a family for years were hung on the wall.

The house Vermillion deals in several fields, including trading. Many of those who graduated from House Vermillion are now actively working as Wardens. It explains, why this single family holds an influence equivalent to a King.

"She is in your room. She arrived last night, had breakfast in the morning, and had been sleeping ever since."

Ruby scoffed, "Is that bear planning to hibernate in my room?"

The maid offered a smile but didn’t speak anything further.

Ruby climbed the stairs and headed towards her room.

Without knocking, she burst through the door and looked at the person silently slurping on the noodles while covering herself with a blanket.

"Really, Bella?" Approaching the bed, she asked, "You came here just to eat Aunt Sia’s food?"

The person whom she casually called by name and the only person Ruby calls her friend was none other than the top-ranked Warden who decimated hundreds of Acolytes all alone a few days ago.

The War-goddess who hates to wield any armor.

The undefeated Warden, who has climbed the ranks at the young age of twenty-two.

The first-ranked warrior, Bella Amberclad.

"I did what you asked. I am taking my payment here." Bella responded nonchalantly before slurping on the rest of the noodles.

Ruby sighed and took a towel before sitting before her friend.

Bella was about to lie back down when her shoulder was held and Ruby wiped the remnant of soup on her chin.

Once done, she allowed the bear to lie down.

Looking at her flat belly, Ruby asked, "How do you not get fat? I gain pounds just by existing..."

Bella snickered, "Get your ass to the battlefield sometime. Always cooped up in that rabbit hole."

Ruby rolled her eyes, "I am a Runesmith before a warrior. I love my research."

Suddenly, her eyes sparkled as the redhead added, "Talking about Runesmith, I met a very peculiar one. Remember you told me about your imaginary darling who didn’t require any tool to inscribe runes on a weapon. He is the same as him."

Bella narrowed her eyes but remained silent.

Ruby added, "He has such a strong grasp of runes that I couldn’t compare my babies with his." Ruby wasn’t exaggerating. She only praises someone when she is truly inspired and impressed by them. And until now, only two people had taken her by surprise with their talent; one of the two was currently lying down on her bed.

"Hey, I was thinking...you said he would appear before you soon...maybe, the Runesmith I met is actually your Dar-"

"Ruby," Bella called out, her voice serious.

Ruby was frozen at the replacement; a chill ran down her spine.

She knew Bella wasn’t threatening her, but the accidental slip of her aura made Ruby realize that she was dealing with the strongest.

Exhaling a weary sigh, she said, "Okay, I won’t joke around anymore. But tell me something...have you found any clue about your beloved?"

The black-haired woman shook her head, "I know nothing about his whereabouts as of now...however, I have a feeling that he will reach out to me soon."

Ruby’s left brow rose, as she asked, "And what will you do once you find him?"

Her lips slightly curved, and her demeanor shifted immediately at the idea.

Turning to her left, she hugged the pillow tightly in her arms and, suffocating it between her thighs, she said, "I will lock him up with me and never let go. He can only belong to me."

"...." Now, Ruby doesn’t want Adrian to be that man. This girl might flip the world upside down to be with him.

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A/N:- Thanks for reading.