[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-return-of-the-legendary-runesmith":3,"chapter-return-of-the-legendary-runesmith-return-of-the-legendary-runesmith-chapter-237":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Return of the Legendary Runesmith",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1562777,2026,"Chapter 237 - 236- Advise","return-of-the-legendary-runesmith-chapter-237",237,"\u003Cp>Contrary to their expectations, they were set to face last year’s champions—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Blackthorn Academy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the match was scheduled for today.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In just four hours, the first battle of the tournament would begin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The entire team was gathered in one room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only Adrian remained standing, while the others sat in silence, all eyes on him—waiting for their strategy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This isn’t what we expected,\" Adrian began, his tone light and composed, \"but that doesn’t mean we’re unprepared.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He leaned against the wall, arms crossed, his calm presence settling the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Each of you made it here because of your strength. You already know how to fight in the arena. You’ve been through enough battles that there’s nothing I need to spoon-feed you now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Brendon raised his hand. \"What about the rules, sir?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adrian exhaled lightly. \"I’m sure the referee will go over them before the match. But from what I understand, the format should be similar to an official duel.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Allen, who had been gripping the hilt of his sword tightly, asked next, \"And our armaments? Should we just use what we already have?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adrian chuckled. \"If that were the case, then why would I be here?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stood upright and looked around the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Head back to your quarters and wait for my call.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then his gaze shifted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aries, stay here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, sir,\" she replied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the team began filtering out, a small moment passed between Elana and Aries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elana glanced back, her eyes filled with envy for the girl who’d been asked to stay behind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aries caught the look and offered a sheepish smile. ’Seriously... her jealousy knows no limits.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, only the two of them remained in the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s when Adrian spoke again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Change into something as short and light as you can. If you’d prefer to change in your room—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need,\" Aries cut in, already moving her hands to unbutton her outer clothes. \"I’m wearing it underneath.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adrian blinked and turned his back immediately, letting out a quiet sigh. \"At least give me a second to turn away...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Done,\" came her voice shortly after.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adrian turned back—and paused for a second.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stood there in what looked like skin-tight, minimal black shorts and white bandages wrapped securely around her chest. A sleek and efficient outfit—designed for movement, not modesty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I usually wear this before a fight,\" Aries explained, brushing her dark hair behind her ear. \"Women are born with certain... anatomical disadvantages in combat.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adrian kept his gaze level and nodded, not letting it linger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s still a part of you, Aries. You don’t need to treat it like a flaw.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well...\" she murmured, lips curling into the faintest smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once she lay down, Adrian began tuning her weapon—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A heavy battle axe, resting beside her like a sleeping beast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not a blunt weapon?\" he asked, summoning the elemental wheel above her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m using what suits me best,\" Aries replied, her eyes following the spinning elements. \"Can’t afford to disappoint my juniors with a loss.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he completed the first stage of tuning, Adrian offered a quiet assurance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I know you’ll do well. You may come across as playful or carefree, but I’ve seen the work you put in. You’re called one of the strongest students for a reason.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aries grinned. \"Hearing that from you... makes me really happy. Thank you, Professor.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, her expression shifted. Her eyes sharpened, tone dipping to something quieter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I just wish my father thought the same way.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adrian’s brows lifted slightly. \"Hmm?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah, it’s nothing.\" She waved a hand, half-heartedly brushing it off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just the usual male supremacy nonsense. He never believed in me. But I’m not here to prove anything to anyone—I live for my own happiness. Fuck the world.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adrian gave her a side glance. \"Language, student.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, with a hint of mischief in his voice, he added,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But yeah. You’re right. Screw the world. Only care about what you want.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aries chuckled softly. \"Glad we think alike.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before long, Adrian finished the final tuning and helped her sit up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she settled on his bed, her fingers absentmindedly tracing the handle of her axe, she asked, \"Any last-minute advice?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adrian thought for a beat, then spoke with calm sincerity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m sure others have already told you this, but I’ll say it again—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A single result doesn’t define who you are. Just step into that arena and give it everything you have. And whatever the outcome... come out with a smile.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He added with a small grin, \"Oh—and be humble to your opponent. Especially after you beat them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aries laughed. \"I never stop smiling. Don’t worry about that, sir.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not so long after, she wore her clothes and took her weapon with her for testing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Next, he invited Brendon and tuned his twin daggers for him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Remember Brendon, don’t go overboard. You just need to just knock your enemy out.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The younger boy gave a firm nod before making his way out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Next was Altia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sky girl insisted on wearing a towel on her upper and lower body, leaving the stomach bare and the rest of her body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adrian didn’t mind. He had already told what disadvantage she was causing herself and she was alright with it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Here, wear this and eat this before the match.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adrian handed her a chewing gum and a pair of headphone like artifact.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The candy will help you keep your nerves calm and that artifact cancels every sound around you. Prior to the match, I don’t want you to get discouraged by a passing comment.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The bespectacled girl smiled gratefully, \"Thank you. I really appreciate it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She happily ran away and soon, Allen entered the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adrian tuned his sword for him without any problem. And when he was at it, Adrian added,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You have gotten a nice control over your light attribute. So don’t hesitate in using it when needed, okay?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Allen gave a firm nod, \"Understood.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once finished, Allen got up and took his weapon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before he could leave, Adrian said, \"Keep a hold on your temper, Allen. If you can do that, I believe no one in this tournament could defeat you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Allen suddenly felt a rush of warmth seeping into his chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a confident nod he said, \"I won’t, sir. Thank you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not so long after the team captain and the last participant arrived, holding her batons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She nervously stepped inside and heard him saying, \"Change into whatever you find comfortable. I am just standing here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He turned around and took a glass before filling it with water.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He just took the first sip when he heard, \"I-I am ready.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adrian rested the glass on the counter and slowly turned around...only to freeze in his place.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was naked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>°°°°°°°\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A\u002FN:- I wanted to write her naked description but then Adrian stopped me.\u003C\u002Fp>",1138,"2026-06-06T07:53:02.437Z",1,"novelbin.me","4a20bc36ebf829af022879b0ed4bb4c7a845e984e75d742bc8eac272c1f50e41","return-of-the-legendary-runesmith-chapter-366","return-of-the-legendary-runesmith-chapter-236",595,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Freturn-of-the-legendary-runesmith-cover.jpg"]