[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-versatile-system":3,"chapter-versatile-system-versatile-system-chapter-45":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Versatile System",{"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},1680765,2146,"Chapter 45: Training with Caroline - 1","versatile-system-chapter-45",45,"\u003Cp>Caroline watched him, momentarily at a loss for words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had noticed the shift in his energy all day—the way he had been hunched over that strange, ancient-looking book instead of paying attention to the lectures, and now this sudden, intense request to learn about combat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well, I can certainly teach you,\" Caroline said softly, her voice dipping into a tone of genuine concern.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But I hope everything is actually okay. You’ve been acting so strangely today. It’s like you’re a different person.\" Caroline said looking straight into his eyes with a look of worry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course, there’s nothing wrong,\" Trevor replied, his voice steady as he held her gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t want her digging into his secrets, so he quickly doubled down before she could change her mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So, we’re still on for Saturday, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Caroline tilted her head, a playful but eager glint showing in her eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Actually, we can go today, if you don’t have anything else planned. We’ll just start with the basics, no need to worry, I promise.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She spoke quickly, almost as if she was afraid Trevor might withdraw the request if she didn’t lock it in right then and there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trevor nodded, keeping his facial. Expression hard to read, it was oddly calm even though his heart was racing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He hadn’t expected her to be this enthusiastic, but it worked perfectly for his timeline.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without another word, they packed their bags and headed straight for her home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As they walked, Caroline’s mood seemed to skyrocket.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was brighter and she talked more than he had seen her in weeks, laughing at small things and sharing stories with a wide, brilliant smile that Trevor found hard to ignore, even though tried to keep his mind on his mission.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, they were standing in front of her residence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trevor had passed it before, but the sight of the massive three-story estate never failed to impress him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a fortress of luxury.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Caroline dashed to the front door and pushed it open, gesturing for him to follow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come on in! We’re finally here!\" she chirped, full of energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trevor laughed quietly at her enthusiasm and stepped inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His jaw nearly hit the floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The garage alone was packed with more than eleven cars, all of them the latest exotic models.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He couldn’t understand why she ever bothered walking to school when she had a fleet of supercars at her disposal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come inside, don’t just stand there!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Caroline called out, leading him through an interior that looked like it belonged in a royal palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The decorations were breathtaking, but Caroline ran through the halls as if it were just a normal house.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, they reached her room, which was essentially a private wing of the mansion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It had its own dining area, a jacuzzi room separate from the bathroom, a personal home bar stocked with exotic bottles, and a massive library on the far side where she did her studying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a stark reminder of who her father was: Vincent Roseman, the powerful head of the Hunters Organization.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While Trevor was taking in the sights, Caroline returned holding two training swords.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She set them down by a small table and picked up a telephone nearby.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please, I have a guest. I need a serving for two with wine,\" she said into the receiver before hanging up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She turned back to Trevor with a warm smile and sat on the edge of her bed. \"So, Trevor, this is my home. You’re welcome here anytime.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that being said she pointed to the blades.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"These are my least used swords. They’re less as sharp as the others, so they’re safer for practice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But I haven’t asked yet—\" what kind of combat specifically do you want to learn?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just combat in general,\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trevor said, trying to sound casual.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I haven’t really gotten a strong grip on the fundamentals yet.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Okay. In that case, I don’t think we’ll be using the swords today,\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Caroline decided. \"Not until I’ve verified exactly where you stand. Since I have a combat essence myself, the easiest way to gauge your skill is a one-on-one spar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No magic, no gear, just raw physical ability.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trevor’s eyes widened. ’Is she crazy? That’s basically a death sentence,’ he thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fighting a combat specialist without his System cards was a massive risk.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What’s the matter? Are you too scared to fight me?\" she teased, stepping into the center of the room and dropping into a sharp fighting posture.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trevor hesitated for only a second before standing up. He knew he had to do this the hard way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he used his cards now, she would misjudge his actual growth and her teaching wouldn’t be effective. They stood across from each other, sizing one another up like predators.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without warning, Trevor lunged at her. He threw all his force into a high fist, aiming a heavy blow at her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Caroline’s reflexes were terrifying. She blocked the strike effortlessly and, in the same motion, launched a fierce counter-blow that caught Trevor right on the chin, knocking him flat onto the floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trevor scrambled back to his feet, his jaw stinging.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, he didn’t hold back. He lunged again, unleashing a flurry of punches and kicks, trying to overwhelm her with speed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Caroline didn’t panic; she kept that blissful smile on her face as she parried his attacks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trevor side-stepped a sudden strike from her and leaped forward. He spread his legs wide in mid-air, preparing to deliver a powerful kick.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had timed this perfectly. Thanks to his training and his natural intuition—even without activating his \"Eyes of Hades\" card he could spot the slight opening she left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Caroline had overextended slightly after her last punch, thinking he would block it rather than dodge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trevor saw the vulnerability in her stance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He aimed his kick straight for her neck, a weak point that would end the match instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was almost certain he had her. A bright smile grazed his features as he was just about to silver his lethal kick\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Authors note: guys hope your enjoying the book a golden ticket or power stone would really boost my confidence\u003C\u002Fp>",1033,"2026-06-06T13:26:52.159Z",1,"novelbin.me","ca9c88c43e227ee5383b97e9c3d1128a61d663fb9695d4f6968a3fbaf34cc79c","versatile-system-chapter-46","versatile-system-chapter-44",105,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fversatile-system-cover.jpg"]