[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-re-tales-of-the-rune-tech-sage":3,"chapter-re-tales-of-the-rune-tech-sage-re-tales-of-the-rune-tech-sage-chapter-60":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Re: Tales of the Rune-Tech Sage",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},147723,246,"Chapter 59: Solmir, the Line between Man and Wolf","re-tales-of-the-rune-tech-sage-chapter-60",60,"\u003Cp>CH59 Solmir, the Line between Man and Wolf\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>***\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Luck’s on my side. All hail the MC’s halo.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex inwardly chuckled to himself, giddy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sleep!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The spell triggered instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The OmniRune Core cast the basic mental interference spell before the insect could escape.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The strange creature wobbled mid-air, wings stuttering, before gently dropping onto the scorched ground—unconscious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex dashed forward, eyes gleaming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knelt and examined the insect carefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was definitely rare.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a place where scavenger insects gathered in the hundreds or even thousands, this one stood out simply because... there were so few of them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had only seen two so far.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By the time he raised his head again to track the second one, it had already vanished—slipped away into a valley of ash and flesh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex grimaced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mite’s mana signature was incredibly faint, and among the chaotic mana signatures from so many insects, it was like trying to find a single drop of water in a vast ocean—without knowing where to start.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A fool’s endeavour.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So he focused on what he had.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gently, Alex picked up the slumbering Spindlecarve Mite, and darted into the surrounding greenery.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He spent a few minutes scavenging for vines, wood fragments, and moss to create a makeshift holding nest, then carefully transferred the creature into it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once the container was secure, he brought it into the pocket space, depositing it as far away as possible from the wolf cub.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just in case.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He also stacked a few obstructions—moss, wood, even a mana-repelling herb or two—to deter either one from approaching the other.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that done, he resumed his escape from the forest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>---\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment he left the valley and its overpowering stench, Alex noticed something he hadn’t before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He reeked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not the forest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He smelled like blood—a lot of it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Multiple patches of thick, dried blood had soaked into his robes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Clean.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The familiar comfort of a utility spell washed over him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It cleared the dried blood, loosening the crusted patches and evaporating the filth. But the scent still lingered—the metallic, iron-rich aroma that made his stomach twist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His first instinct was to just ditch the clothes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But as he moved deeper through the forest, he reconsidered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most of the blood came from the Class 3 Bladefanged SkyTiger. He’d harvested its core from deep inside its belly, preventing any other beast from feeding on it—and stealing the chance to ascend to Class 3.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That meant the blood still carried traces of its aura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And in the Subspace, the SkyTiger was a local tyrant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The SkyTiger’s violent reign over this forest was still fresh in the minds of nearby beasts. So while Alex had expected a dangerous, adrenaline-filled night filled with dodging predators...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>None came.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The local beasts avoided him entirely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, this didn’t mean he could relax—but it did make travel significantly easier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>---\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By daybreak, Alex reached the meeting point between the inner and outer rims of the forest—the same place he had first encountered, and been chased by, the SkyTiger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He exhaled a deep breath, the kind that released more tension than air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was out of the danger zone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The outer rim held fewer carnivores. Here, things should be... manageable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still tired, Alex found an old tree with a hollow cavity just big enough to squeeze into.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He crawled inside, checked the area with his Spirit Sense, and then retreated into the pocket space.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>---\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within moments, he appeared beneath the bonsai tree.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The leaves rustled gently in the still air of the hidden dimension.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He walked up to the tree, let his body slide down against its bark, and leaned into its cool, calming presence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then promptly fell asleep.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some time later, Alex stirred awake to the sound of whining.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was also a strange wetness on his face... and a weight on his chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When he cracked open his eyes, he found the wolf cub standing on his chest, licking his face with enthusiasm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Stop, stop. I’m up,\" Alex mumbled unconsciously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cub immediately ceased its licking and hopped off his chest with a little bounce.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex rubbed his eyes and sat up, finally taking stock of his surroundings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re finally awake,\" he said, smiling tiredly as he reached out to rub the cub’s head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cub allowed it—for a few moments. Then it pushed his hand away and resumed whining.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex blinked in surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just like with Mama Frostback Wolf, he could understand the cub.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No, it was actually even clearer now. As if the link between their minds had deepened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cub’s thoughts were jumbled, emotional—grief-stricken. It was remembering its mother leading it to the lava cave, the scent of blood, the sight of its kin dying one by one. Now it turned to Alex for answers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was asking about its parents, its siblings... its pack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex exhaled slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He considered lying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But something inside told him not to.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Better to tell him now.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’He deserves the truth.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex placed a steady hand on the cub’s back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your parents, your siblings... your kin... they’re all gone,\" he said softly. \"They died fighting off the Ironspine Ravager Wolves. Your mother’s last wish was for me to save you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cub understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its little body trembled, shaken by a grief that felt almost human in its depth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Howl~\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A long, piercing cry echoed through the pocket space.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A mourning howl. A final farewell to those lost.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex didn’t move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He let it grieve.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ten long minutes passed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When the howling ceased, the cub’s body slumped forward—drained. It swayed and dropped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex moved to catch it, but paused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cub was forcing itself back up, eyes gleaming with conviction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So Alex let it stand on its own.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And it did.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Growl.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cub said something.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex nodded. \"Your parents already avenged themselves. They took down the Ravager Wolves that ambushed them. As for the others... I’ve already dealt with those that were left.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bark!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tone shifted. A question.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well, if you’re wondering what’s next...\" Alex smiled faintly. \"You can come with me. To a world far more interesting than this forest. It’s what your mother wanted. And it’s yours... if you want it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yip!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex chuckled. \"Am I asking you to join my pack? I suppose I am.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whine!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cub leapt into his arms, tail wagging, fur brushing against his skin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But this wasn’t just affection.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was something more. A ritual.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, Alex’s Auramir Bloodline stirred—without his control.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cub let out a high-pitched whine, then dropped low, exposing its belly to him in a clear sign of submission.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moved by instinct, Alex reached out and rubbed the cub’s belly, acknowledging the act.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wolf jumped to its feet—and bit down on Alex’s index finger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He winced. It wasn’t a deep bite, but sharp enough to draw blood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A single drop of crimson, rich with Auramir essence, trickled down into the cub’s mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It licked the blood eagerly and swallowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Immediately, its tiny legs began to wobble, like it had drunk something too strong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yip!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cub’s voice was weak, but filled with excitement. It was trying to tell Alex something.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, alright. Go get some rest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still dazed, the cub returned to its previous spot beside the Bonsai Tree, curled up—and fell fast asleep.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>***\u003C\u002Fp>",1221,"2026-05-29T03:49:10.136Z","2026-06-01T04:29:07.188Z",1,"novelbin.me","91a0ce4c65037dd2082308442469cb4370c5f0be522af7091b7b5e76de912813","re-tales-of-the-rune-tech-sage-chapter-61","re-tales-of-the-rune-tech-sage-chapter-59",692,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fre-tales-of-the-rune-tech-sage-cover.jpg"]