Chapter 2: A New Beginning(Continued)
The boy's heart pounded as he approached the rustling bushes. His instincts told him to be cautious, but his **Resilience** kept his fear in check. As he took a step closer, a voice—calm, analytical, and slightly mechanical—spoke in his mind.
**[Unique Skill: Newton has activated. Analyzing target…]**
The boy froze. "Newton? Is that you?" he whispered, unsure if he was speaking aloud or just thinking the words.
**[Affirmative. I am Newton, your Unique Skill. My purpose is to assist you in analyzing and acquiring the abilities of those weaker than you. Would you like to proceed with the analysis?]**
The boy hesitated for a moment, then nodded. "Yes. Do it."
**[Analyzing…]**
A faint glow emanated from his body as Newton scanned the area. The rustling in the bushes grew louder, and suddenly, a small, wolf-like creature emerged. Its fur was a deep shade of blue, and its eyes glowed with a faint, otherworldly light. The creature snarled, baring its fangs, but it didn't attack immediately.
**[Target identified: Frost Wolf (D-rank monster). Abilities detected: Agility, Tracking, Stealth. Would you like to copy these skills?]**
"Copy them? Can I do that?" the boy asked, his voice tinged with both excitement and disbelief.
**[Yes. As long as the target is weaker than you, Newton can replicate their abilities and provide tactical information about their usage. Proceeding with skill acquisition…]**
A warm sensation spread through the boy's body as the Frost Wolf's abilities were copied and integrated into his own skill set. He felt lighter, more aware of his surroundings, and instinctively knew how to move silently and track his prey.
**[Common Skills Acquired:
- Agility: Enhances speed, dexterity, and reflexes.
- Tracking: Allows you to follow tracks, scents, and other signs.
- Stealth: Enables silent movement and avoidance of detection.]**
The boy grinned. This was incredible. He could feel the power of these new skills coursing through him, and he was eager to test them out. But before he could act, the Frost Wolf lunged at him, its claws extended.
Thanks to his newfound **Agility**, the boy dodged the attack with ease, his body moving almost instinctively. He rolled to the side, his mind racing as Newton provided him with tactical information.
**[Frost Wolf's weak point: The base of its neck. A well-placed strike there will incapacitate it.]**
The boy's eyes narrowed as he focused on the creature. He didn't want to kill it if he didn't have to, but he also couldn't afford to let his guard down. Using his **Stealth** skill, he moved silently around the wolf, staying out of its line of sight. The creature growled, confused by his sudden disappearance.
**[Opportunity detected. Strike now.]**
With a burst of speed, the boy closed the distance between himself and the Frost Wolf. He aimed for the base of its neck, his hand striking with precision. The wolf let out a yelp before collapsing to the ground, unconscious but alive.
The boy stepped back, breathing heavily. He had done it. He had defeated his first monster in this new world, and he had done so without relying on brute force. His **Reasoning** and **Newton** had given him the edge he needed.
**[Well done. Your tactical approach and utilization of acquired skills were efficient. Would you like to continue analyzing your surroundings?]**
The boy nodded. "Yes. Let's see what else this world has to offer."
As he ventured deeper into the forest, the boy couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement. With Newton by his side and his growing arsenal of skills, he was ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead.