[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-the-adventures-of-hulim":3,"chapter-the-adventures-of-hulim-the-adventures-of-hulim-chapter-244":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","The Adventures of Hulim",{"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},1882195,2498,"Chapter 244: Rehabilitation Test","the-adventures-of-hulim-chapter-244",244,"\u003Cp>After months of exploration, Hulim Heyerar had nearly mapped out the entire Ancient Mogalia Underground Metropolis.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides the initial passage leading to the surface, she had since discovered several other corridors leading to various locations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hulim speculated these passages had been dug by people from a much earlier era, and their destinations were incredibly diverse: some led to other dungeons, some to dead ends, and a rare few to the surface—though those surface exits emerged in areas swarming with monsters or Golems.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was likely due to the immense changes in terrain and ecology over the millennia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In fact, judging by the number of people who had reached the Tower of Time, there must have been more passages to this place—most of which had disappeared for various reasons......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The location Hulim chose to test her recovered strength was a Ruined Dungeon accessible via one of these passages.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had explored this dungeon before; it was home to many powerful creatures and even some active high-rank Combat Golems—though she had yet to encounter any Rank A beings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For Hulim now, even if she couldn’t defeat them, escaping would be no problem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back to the present.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The four Cavern Dragon Wolves in front of her were among the powerful creatures living underground—and the test opponents she had selected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Admittedly, taking on four Rank B monsters right out of the gate seemed arrogant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But in reality, Hulim had only spotted one Cavern Dragon Wolf at first......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who knew it would call for backup!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This is a bit troublesome......”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hulim remained calm on the surface, but her mind was on high alert.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her strength had just recovered to Rank B, not yet at her previous peak, and she had no experience fighting four Rank B opponents at once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What’s more, these creatures were highly coordinated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>she was no longer the same as before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hulim glanced at the silver wand in her hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The old her had never possessed the Seven Luminaries or Helkem......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Owooo——!!!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One of the Cavern Dragon Wolves let out a howl.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a signal for a full-scale attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All four Cavern Dragon Wolves lunged at Hulim simultaneously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One manipulated Earth Magic to launch a large-scale earth attack, another leaped high into the air to strike from above, a third darted left and right, trying to disrupt Hulim’s vision while closing in quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unauthorized use of content: if you find this story on Amazon, report the violation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for the fourth—the injured one—an earthy yellow glow began to gather in its throat once more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Four completely different attack patterns, launched at the same time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most people would never be able to defend against them all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But with the Seven Luminaries, Hulim’s concentration far exceeded her previous limits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the blink of an eye, she analyzed all the attacks and took corresponding countermeasures.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whoosh!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She darted into the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The large-scale stone spike attack could no longer reach her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the same time, two streams of light appeared around her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Dual—Anode Ray!!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom! Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two white beams shot out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One hit the Cavern Dragon Wolf attacking from the ground, and the other collided head-on with the incoming breath attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Owo——!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Cavern Dragon Wolf on the ground let out a scream.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Hulim paid it no mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She drew Helkem from her back, spun it in the air, gripped it tightly in her left hand, and descended from the sky, stabbing straight at another Cavern Dragon Wolf.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was the one that had leaped into the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It had no way to maneuver mid-air, so as long as she avoided its landing spot, its threat would be minimized.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And now, it had just landed, still disoriented—making it hard to dodge an attack from its blind spot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Owo——!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another scream echoed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In just one exchange, two more of the four Cavern Dragon Wolves were injured......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hulim quickly sheathed Helkem, then grabbed the Seven Luminaries with both hands, launching a follow-up attack without a moment’s hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Dual—Earth Surge......”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>About half an hour later,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>the battle came to an end.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In truth, Hulim had already gained the upper hand early on, but these Cavern Dragon Wolves had incredibly tough vitality—finishing them off took considerable effort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We won! Hulim won!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Little Semiris cheered, flying around excitedly in the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was starting to feel more and more like a mascot......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hulim smiled helplessly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Little Semiris, let’s head back!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ah, okay! Hulim, what’s for dinner? Little Semiris wants grilled meat~!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Aren’t you a fairy? Is it okay for a fairy to eat grilled meat every day......”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What’s wrong with grilled meat? It’s delicious~!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Never mind, forget I asked. I’ll make it for you when we get back......”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yay! Grilled meat! Grilled meat~......”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The voices of the girl and the fairy faded into the depths of the dungeon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the Underground Metropolis.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hulim, Hulim! Look what Little Semiris found?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Little Semiris flew over, holding a beautiful white bird with colorful feathers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hulim, who was making Bobom Jam with freshly gathered Bobom Powder, looked up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hm? Isn’t this a Day Kite? Where did you get it, Little Semiris?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hehe! Little Semiris found it while picking berries for Hulim! Isn’t it pretty~?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Well done. Give it to me.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Okay~!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Little Semiris handed over the Day Kite without hesitation. Perhaps due to its gentle nature, the bird didn’t struggle when it landed in Hulim’s hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, Hulim picked up a small knife from the side......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hehe~, it’s so pretty and obedient. Little Semiris wants to keep it as a pet—let’s call it Snowball, how ab——”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snap!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“out......”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the next moment,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ah——!!!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Little Semiris let out a scream.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Why did you kill it!!!?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Huh?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hulim froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“......I thought this was the dinner you brought back?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“......Wah——!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Little Semiris burst into tears.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Snowball! Little Semiris’s Snowball! Little Semiris hates Hulim! Little Semiris will never talk to Hulim again!!!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“......”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some time later......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crackle! Pop!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The aroma of grilled meat wafted from beside the campfire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It should be ready.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hulim placed the roasted meat aside to cool, spread it with the freshly made Bobom Jam, and sprinkled some spices on top.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ready to eat......”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She turned to look at Little Semiris, who was sitting with her arms crossed, facing away from her, still sulking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“......”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She tore off a roasted wing, skewered it with a wooden stick, and walked over to Little Semiris.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“......Little Semiris.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hmph! Little Semiris doesn’t want to talk to Hulim!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Little Semiris turned her head away angrily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sorry...... I was wrong earlier. I apologize. This is my way of saying sorry.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“......”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Little Semiris peeked at Hulim out of the corner of her eye.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She wanted to refuse, but the aroma of the roasted wing was too tempting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the end, she looked extremely conflicted—pouting with anger while drooling with desire.\u003C\u002Fp>",1136,"2026-06-10T06:36:37.918Z",1,"novelbin.me","69af88bd035851be9e3fadcfc349192a67bce85aa028d7f739ac4c7118ffba3b","the-adventures-of-hulim-chapter-245","the-adventures-of-hulim-chapter-243",528,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-adventures-of-hulim-cover.jpg"]