Guild Master Atnas

Even so, Kuonh's reaction to the imposing berserker was far from what anyone expected. Instead of cowering or shrinking under the weight of the intimidating presence before him, he regarded the gigantic figure with sheer fascination. It was as if he had stumbled upon a new and wondrous discovery, akin to a child marveling at a brand-new car engine roaring to life for the first time.

With eyes filled with admiration and respect, Kuonh couldn't help but voice his genuine thoughts. "You just look so cool, sir."

The unexpected compliment hung in the air like a surprising plot twist, leaving both the workers and other players around them utterly perplexed. It was as if they had just witnessed a character from an entirely different story inserted into their midst.

Silence reigned for a moment, the atmosphere heavy with uncertainty, until it was suddenly broken by a resounding pfft—followed by a booming laughter that seemed to shake the very foundations of the guild hall.

"KAHAHAHAHA!" The berserker's laughter echoed throughout the entire second floor. His armored form shook with mirth, and for a brief moment, he looked more like a battle-crazed Santa Claus than a fearsome warrior.

"So, you think I looked cool?" he asked between hearty guffaws.

Kuonh didn't hesitate for a second. "Yes," he replied with unwavering certainty.

The berserker's eyes widened in sheer astonishment before he erupted into another round of thunderous laughter.

"Kahahaha, well, would you look at that!" he exclaimed, clearly delighted by the unexpected compliment. In a friendly gesture, he slapped Kuonh's back, a show of camaraderie and happiness that nearly sent the newbie player tumbling forward.

However, what Kuonh hadn't anticipated was the consequence of his enthusiastic compliment. With each hearty slap on the back from the berserker, Kuonh's health points began to dwindle rapidly.

-100 HP

-100 HP

-100 HP

the notifications flashed in rapid succession, and Kuonh could feel his life force draining away with every hit.

HP: 700/1000

"P-please stop, my HP is almost half!" he exclaimed, hastily taking a step back and raising both hands in a universal gesture of surrender, silently pleading for the friendly giant to cease his well-meaning yet perilous display of camaraderie.

The berserker's laughter eventually subsided, leaving behind an amiable smile that transformed his fierce visage into something more approachable. He regarded Kuonh with genuine curiosity and interest.

"HAHA, I apologize. So what brought you here, young man? Who are you?" His voice now held a warmth that contrasted with his earlier intimidating tone.

Kuonh, still slightly stunned by the turn of events but feeling increasingly at ease, introduced himself with a polite nod. "My name is Kuonh, and I'm here to register as a Restorer, sir."

The berserker's eyes twinkled with amusement. "Oh, so we've got a youngster player here!" He scanned the bustling guild hall, noting the numerous players engaged in various registration processes at different counters. Then, his gaze returned to the young man before him, the one wearing a distinctive dog mask.

"It looks like it's pretty busy here," Kuonh admitted, glancing around at the organized chaos of the guild hall.

The berserker chuckled heartily. "Screw that; come with me; I'll register you instead."

Kuonh blinked in surprise at the unexpected offer. It seemed that despite his imposing exterior, this massive warrior had a generous and helpful nature. Without hesitation, Kuonh nodded in gratitude. "Thank you, sir. I appreciate your assistance."

With that, he followed the towering berserker through the bustling guild hall, ready to embark on the next step of his journey as a Restorer.

*

As Kuonh prepared to follow the old man, a sudden interruption came in the form of a guild hall employee rushing toward them, desperately trying to catch up.

"Guild master, please wait; I'm almost done here. You don't have to do this kind of thing," the employee pleaded.

Kuonh couldn't help but be impressed; the intimidating figure before him was indeed the guild master, as he had suspected all along. The man exuded a level of coolness that left no room for doubt.

"Kahaha, I don't mind, plus this young man is interesting," the guild master replied with a hearty laugh, his eyes once again locking onto Kuonh. "Come on, young man, follow me."

Kuonh nodded in agreement and followed the guild master, his heart racing with excitement and curiosity. They made their way into an office within the guild hall, and once they were alone, the guild master took a moment to introduce himself.

"Let me introduce myself. My name is Atnas, and I am the guild master of this city!"

Kuonh couldn't help but shiver slightly at the mention of Atnas's name. It was a name that carried a weight of power and authority, and he could feel it emanating from the guild master's massive presence.

Despite the immense size of his body, Atnas moved with a grace and stealth that belied his appearance. Kuonh couldn't help but marvel at the silent, fluid way the guild master walked. As a martial artist, he was keenly aware of the importance of balance and control in one's movements, and Atnas displayed these qualities in abundance.

Sweat continued to bead on Kuonh's forehead, but it wasn't solely due to the intimidating presence of the guild master. Rather, it was the realization that he was in the presence of a truly formidable individual. As a martial artist himself, Kuonh had a deep respect for strength, and Atnas's aura exuded power that was undeniable.

As Atnas stood before him, the room seemed to shrink in comparison to the guild master's imposing stature. Kuonh couldn't deny the feeling that this man was incredibly strong.