Evolving My Undead Legion In A Game-Like World

This was thanks to Michaelʼs deliberate strategy of delivering intact corpses. The large quantity he sold—each goblin corpse averaging at least $300—had added up quickly.

Had they been significantly stronger, like at the peak of their potential, the amount might have been a little higher. Most of the goblins didnʼt even surpass level 4.

”I can see you killed these monsters with some sort of spear-like weapon,” the scarred man said. ”But even the one-hit kills show your inexperience. Since youʼve got money now, I suggest buying a Spear Technique Manual and a decent weapon to go with it. Of course, this is just advice.”

”Thank you,” Michael replied earnestly, surprised at how much the man could deduce just by examining the corpses.

As he suspected, this scarred man was most likely an expert.

As for the suggestion, Michael decided to give it a try. Training with a manual seemed far better than fumbling around without guidance. He might even unlock the {Spearmanship} skill.

The scarred man wasnʼt finished yet.

”Also, while itʼs good to push yourself, you need to control your emotions. If not, you risk losing yourself to the madness of killing—or worse, turning demonic. Look at yourself now. Donʼt you feel better?”

Michael paused, stunned. Though the man hadnʼt said it outright, he was likely referring to the ʼmurderous intentʼ that Old Man Liu had mentioned earlier.

He focused inwardly, just as the scarred man suggested, and noticed something.

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His thoughts felt… calmer. Clearer. It was hard to describe, but his mind felt more peaceful than it had hours ago.

”Is it because my murderous intent is subsiding?” Michael wondered.

Still, he thanked the scarred man.

For some reason, two people had gone out of their way to help him today, and Michael was genuinely grateful.

What he didnʼt realize was that their goodwill stemmed from him, too.