I am the Arcane Archer, and all my skills are self-created.

The study was very large, with huge bookshelves reaching the ceiling on all four sides, densely packed with all kinds of heavy books.

A figure stood with his back to the door in front of a bookshelf, seemingly searching for something.

He was an elf who looked very old. He had long, silver-white hair that was casually draped over his shoulders, and he wore a simple gray robe. But his overall demeanor was like a bottomless ancient well, calm and profound.

Hearing footsteps, he slowly turned around.

His face was etched with the marks of time, but his eyes were as clear as stars, as if they could see through everything in the world.

"You've arrived."

He spoke, his voice gentle yet aged, carrying a peculiar penetrating power that resonated directly deep within Li Wu's soul.

Li Wu froze on the spot when she saw the name displayed above his head.

【Erlin (LV??? City Lord/Arcane Archer Instructor)】

Erling!

It turned out to be him!

Li Wu's heart pounded. He knew that name all too well!

The two pages of "Erlin's Lost Pages" that he got from the dungeon chest, weren't they named after this?

He never dreamed that he would meet this legendary pioneer of the Arcane Archer lineage here, in this way!

"Mentor..." Li Wu said subconsciously, his voice a little hoarse from excitement.

"It's been so many years, so many years, that no young arcane archer has been able to stand before me." A relieved smile appeared on Erling's face.

He walked slowly to a desk and sat down, gesturing for Li Wu to sit as well.

"I am glad that this tradition has not been completely forgotten."

Li Wu sat down in the chair opposite Erlin, trying to calm her excited emotions.

"Mentor, I'm here... to change my career path," he said bluntly.

"I know why you're here." Erlin nodded, his eyes, which seemed to see through everything, scanning Li Wu.

"Your foundation is very solid, and your understanding of the cipher text has exceeded my expectations. For someone your age, to be able to do this is truly remarkable."

Hearing such praise from a legendary figure, Li Wu felt a little smug.

However, Erling's next words were like a bucket of cold water poured directly over his head.

"But unfortunately," Erling shook his head, "you're not qualified to change jobs yet."

"Why?" Li Wu blurted out.

"Because your level isn't high enough," Erling explained patiently.

"The path of the Arcane Archer differs from other professions. Our power stems from our understanding of the fundamental laws of the world, that is, the application of runes. Each class advancement signifies a qualitative leap, requiring a deeper foundation in magic and spiritual strength as support."

"Level 30." Erlin held up three fingers. "That's the minimum requirement for an Arcane Archer to advance to their first class. Come find me again when you reach level 30."

Level 30...

Li Wu's heart sank. He thought he could change jobs at level 20, but he didn't expect there would be a level restriction.

However, this result isn't entirely unacceptable. After all, the Arcane Archer class is unique in many ways.

"I understand, mentor." Li Wu nodded.

"Also," Erlin seemed to see through the slight disappointment in Li Wu's heart, and he changed the subject and continued, "while you are working hard to improve your level, I have a suggestion for you."

"Please give me your guidance, mentor." Li Wu immediately sat up straight.

"Learn more of the new 'Arrow Language Skills'." A deep light flashed in Erlin's eyes.

"The quantity and quality of your Archery skills directly determine the heights you can reach after your class advancement. Don't be confined to existing combinations; try, create, and understand the runes you haven't yet explored. This will greatly benefit your future class advancement."

The Arrow Language skill is a skill created by Arcane Archers.

Li Wu kept those words firmly in mind.

"There's one more thing..." Erlin said, his gaze falling on Li Wu's backpack, as if he could see through all obstacles and see what was inside.

"The page from the 'Tower of the Lost' that you possess is a valuable item. It records a powerful, long-lost language of arrows, but with your current understanding, you cannot decipher it."

Li Wu's heart skipped a beat. He knew that Erlin was referring to the "Lost Page of Erlin".

"I can give you a hint," Erlin said, his voice carrying a hint of mystery.

"That arrow-speech skill is related to 'healing'."

treat!

Li Wu's eyes lit up instantly.

His strongest healing skill right now is "Healing Arrow," which is created by combining the two runes "Heal" and "Glory." Although it works well, it is ultimately only a single-target heal, and the healing amount is starting to fall short.

If they could learn a more powerful healing skill from this legendary page, it would be a huge boost to their leveling and boss fights!

"Alright, that's all I can tell you." Erling stood up and walked back to the bookshelf. "The rest of the journey is yours to walk. Go, young arcane archer, don't let me down."

This is clearly a signal to see the guests off.

Li Wu stood up and bowed respectfully to Erlin.

"Thank you for your guidance, mentor."

After saying that, he and Hua Zitong, who had been standing quietly to the side, left the study together.

Stepping out of the city lord's mansion, the daylight outside was still there.

"How's it going? Did you receive the mission?" Hua Zitong asked.

Li Wu shook his head and repeated exactly what Erlin had said.

"You need to reach level 30 to change jobs?" Hua Zitong frowned upon hearing this. "That's a much higher barrier to entry than for ordinary jobs."

Normally, players can change jobs at level 20, which means that ordinary players will experience a leap in strength between levels 20 and 30, while Li Wu's growth rate will relatively slow down.

"However, this is also an opportunity." Hua Zitong quickly adjusted her thinking. "At least we have a clear goal. Besides, didn't your mentor give you a hint? That page might contain a key healing skill."

Li Wu nodded; that was what he thought too.

"Let's go, we won't buy equipment yet," Li Wu decided immediately. "Let's find a place, and I'll try to untangle that page!"