Beyond the Script: The Extra Who Stole the Mangakyo

Chapter 10: Chapter 10

Chapter 10: A Journey for Power

After four days of relentless training, I had made decent progress. My swordsmanship had improved, my body was adjusting to its new strength, and my mana control was getting better.

But it wasn't enough.

I needed more.

And I knew exactly where to find it.

A hidden cheat—buried in the mountains, far from the academy. In the game, only a handful of players ever discovered it. And now that I had a chance to grab it in real life?

I wasn't going to waste this opportunity.

Leaving the Academy

Slipping out of the academy wasn't difficult. The students had free time during weekends, and as long as I didn't do anything suspicious, no one would stop me.

I packed light—just some clothes, money, and a few basic supplies.

Then, I headed straight to the subway station.

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The moment I stepped inside, I was hit by the sight of a new world.

The academy was isolated, designed for students to focus on training. But here?

The city was alive.

People from different races—elves, dwarves, beastkin, and even a few demi-humans—walked along the busy streets. Floating mana lamps illuminated the roads. Magic-powered trains hummed as they arrived at the platform. Merchants shouted about their enchanted wares.

It was a far cry from the hospital bed I had spent most of my life in.

I took a deep breath. This was the world I had been reborn into.

Taking the Subway

The subway was one of the few modern remnants in this world, powered by magic rather than electricity. It worked just like in the game—an efficient way to travel between major cities.

I boarded the train and found a seat near the window. As the train began to move, I watched the academy city disappear in the distance, replaced by vast forests, rolling hills, and distant mountains.

The ride would take about an hour.

I leaned back, closing my eyes. Once I reached the city, I had two priorities:

1. Get a proper weapon. Training with a wooden sword was fine for basics, but I needed a real blade. @@novelbin@@

2. Stock up on supplies. The mountains weren't exactly a safe place to visit unprepared.

And then, I would find the hidden cheat.

Arrival at Blackridge City

The train stopped at Blackridge City, a bustling trade hub known for its blacksmiths and adventurer markets.

The moment I stepped off, I could smell the faint scent of burning metal. The clang of hammers rang in the air as blacksmiths worked in their forges.

This was the perfect place to get weapons.

I made my way to the market district, scanning the different shops.

Eventually, I found a small weapon store tucked between two larger buildings. Unlike the flashy weapon shops with enchanted blades on display, this one was simple—meant for practicality rather than prestige.

Perfect.

Buying My First Weapons

An old dwarf stood behind the counter, his white beard neatly tied back. He gave me a glance before speaking.

"You here to buy or just wasting my time?"

I smirked. "Buying."

His eyes narrowed slightly, but he nodded and gestured to the weapons behind him.

I browsed the selection, testing the balance of each blade before finally settling on two weapons:

1. A steel longsword – Simple, well-crafted, and durable. Not fancy, but reliable.

2. A sharp dagger – Lightweight and easy to conceal. A perfect backup weapon.

I placed both weapons on the counter. "How much?"

The dwarf scratched his beard before naming the price. It was fair—not cheap, but not a rip-off either.

I handed over the money, and he wrapped the weapons in cloth before passing them to me.

"Take care of those," he grunted. "A weapon's only as good as the one wielding it."

I nodded. "I'll keep that in mind."

Stocking Up on Potions

With my weapons secured, I moved on to the next priority—potions.

If I was going into the mountains, I needed supplies.

I stopped by an alchemist's shop and picked up:

Mana recovery potions (x3) – To replenish my mana in case of emergencies.

Healing potions (x2) – Just in case I got injured.

Potions weren't cheap, but they were necessary.

I paid the alchemist and left the shop, my bag now heavier with supplies.

Abandoning Kamui Training (For Now)

Originally, I had planned to train my Kamui ability before going on this journey.

But after testing my Mangekyō Sharingan a few days ago, I realized something:

Kamui's mana drain was insane.

At my current level, I could barely use it once or twice before running out of mana. And if I ran out of mana in the middle of the mountains? I was as good as dead.

So, for now... Kamui training would have to wait.

Instead, I would focus on:

Improving my swordsmanship

Expanding my mana reserves

Finding the hidden cheat

Everything was set.

Now, all that was left... was to head toward the mountains.

I took a deep breath, adjusting my bag.

Time to see if this hidden cheat was really worth it.