Chapter 170- Unexpected

"This is part of the Third Thread… and yet, I knew nothing about it."

Ruby took more pride in her runesmithing than her combat skills, which is why she felt a little disappointed in herself right now.

After talking with Adrian, she realized that their understanding of the Third Thread was completely different. The method she had learned barely scratched the surface—meanwhile, Adrian had torn into the concept and grasped its very core.

He was the complete version.

'I was right… you really are unique, Adrian,' she smiled quietly to herself, taking another sip of her coffee.

"So, how's it going with Annabelle?" Adrian asked as he sat beside her, holding his own cup.

Ruby's expression stiffened slightly before she replied, "She's been getting a lot of missions lately."

Adrian tilted his head, curious. "But if I remember right, she doesn't work for any organization?"