The Village Chief was the only one Raizel had seen wielding magic, albeit weakly. Nonetheless, he decided to test the Convergence Spear on the body.

He pointed the tip directly at the lifeless corpse, making physical contact.

Instantly, a mesmerizing yet eerie sight unfolded.

The headless corpse began to shrink and wither, its flesh dulling and collapsing inward until only a skeletal frame remained, as if its very life force had been drained away.

On the other hand, Raizel felt a sudden surge of energy coursing through him. His stamina was not only recovering but also increasing.

[ Stamina: 24/35 ]

[ 26/35 ]

[ 30/35 ]

[ 35/35 ]

...

[ Stamina: 38/38 ]

[ Stamina: 40/40 ]

Not only did it restore his stamina, but it also increased his overall stamina capacity—just as the description had claimed.

Raizel was over the moon. The stamina issue that had been troubling him for so long was finally resolved.

With the Convergence Spear, he could now harvest stamina from energy sources, ensuring he would never lack the strength needed for his spells and Anti-Magic abilities.

The realization was so exhilarating that he felt like jumping in excitement. However, out of respect for the Village Chief's sacrifice, he suppressed the urge.

With great care, Raizel dug an individual grave for the Village Chief—the man who had fought valiantly until his last breath. To honor his bravery, Raizel placed a small wooden marker, inscribed with a simple message signifying the Grave of Greenleaf Village.

After paying his respects, he decided to search the village one last time.

Specifically, he was looking for potions.

Stamina Recovery Potion - 15x

Health Recovery Potion - 13x

That was all he could salvage from the village infirmary. Some potions had been destroyed, while others were still in the process of being brewed.

He stored the potions inside his inventory, ensuring he wouldn't run out of crucial supplies when he needed them most.

With all that done, Raizel was finally ready to log out of the game and check on his family in the real world. It was probably night time by now, and his mother was likely waiting with dinner.

With that thought, he swiftly logged out.

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As soon as he returned to reality, he found himself exactly where he had left off—in the dining room.

"Whoosh!"

Before he could react, a figure embraced him tightly. But there was no need for alarm as it was a warm, familiar presence.

His mother.

"Sob... You really made me worry, my son. For a second, I—I thought I had lost you..." she said, her voice trembling with emotion.

Raizel could feel the raw care and concern in her words. The room was eerily silent, dimly lit by the overhead lamp.

On the table, freshly cooked meals were still neatly placed, untouched.

She had been waiting for him here, all this time.

He sighed, feeling a mix of warmth and guilt. "I know how you feel, Mother. But please don't wait for me like this. Time flows differently in the game—it was daytime in there. So you don't need to sit here waiting for me with food. You'll only harm your health like this. Look, it's almost midnight."

He gestured toward the clock.

His mother finally released him, wiping her eyes. "I know, son... but you wouldn't understand how a mother feels in moments like these. I'm always afraid that one day... I might not even get to see your body if, if you..."

She trailed off, unable to finish the sentence, but her fears were clear. She loved him deeply.

Raizel was touched.

It had been a long time since he had felt such warmth from his mother, who had always been preoccupied with work. Both his parents were extremely busy people, and his memories of spending time with them were rare—so rare that he could count them on his fingers.

As a result, he truly appreciated the love of his new family.

Thwn Raizel began eating quickly, because he needed to re-enter the game before night fell in Green Leaf Village.

"Mom, was there anyone asking about me?"

Raizel asked casually between bites.

His mother, who had been watching him eat with a gentle gaze, raised her brows in surprise.

She shook her head.

"No, there was no one. But... it's the first time you've called me 'Mom.' Is something the matter?" she asked softly, though her eyes lit up with joy.

Raizel felt a momentary relief at her answer.

Hs answered, slightly embarrassed,

"Ah, nothing. I just suddenly felt like saying it. Don't you like it, Mom?"

Though it felt a little awkward for someone with a 33-year-old mindset, he had felt a strong impulse to call her that. This kind, gentle woman deserve that.

She wasn't wealthy nor stunning beauty like the mothers of others, but her warmth, her quiet strength, had touched something deep inside him.

"I love it, Son. No matter how much you grow up, I'll always cherish hearing that sweet word from you," she replied, her voice filled with emotion.

"Then, I'm relieved," Raizel said with a small smile.

Suddenly, his mother Marianne's lips curled into a teasing smile.

"Son, now that you've grown up so much, have you found a girlfriend yet? You have to get married someday, right?"

Raizel paused, staring at his mother's playful expression with speechless disbelief for a moment.

Then he calmly shook his head.

"No, I don't have any girlfriend yet. It seems no one likes your dear son's face," he sighed in mock disappointment.

His mother giggled.

"Haha… Surely they can't be that blind. My son looks so handsome and strong now. Who wouldn't like you? Just be patient, my son. I'm sure you'll find your fated partner soon. And she would be someone many times more beautiful than those shallow girls. Even that girl from our neighbor's place can't compare," she added proudly.

Raizel let out a strange chuckle, shaking his head.

He wasn't so sure if he could fall in love with anyone again. Not so soon at least. His girlfriend from his past life had been so beautiful, so loving… Could there really be someone more radiant, more caring than her in this world?

He shook his head again, this time with more force.

"Why bring that girl up all of a sudden, Mom? Did something happen?"

His mother smiled gently and replied,

"Yes, her parents proposed her marriage to you, son. But we decided to decline without informing you. Because we know how fickle and opportunistic they are."

"So, You don't blame us for rejecting it, do you?"

"So that's what it was…" Raizel murmured, taking another bite of food.

"No, I don't blame you, Mom. I have no feelings for her at all. You two did the right thing."

Marianne looked visibly relieved.

"That's good."

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