With the alien invasion set to begin in a few hours, Ava received a warning that she should return to the base, and so did all captains.
Slowly opening her eyes, she observed her surroundings. All of her senses had reached a new level.
Thanks to the concentrated spiritual energy, she managed to achieve enlightennt, becoming an Early Expert.
Only a genius could achieve such results. It hadn’t been long since she beca a Peak Adept. Now she was with the sa standing as Oliver. With her realm she could even be promoted from a captain to a second-in-command general.
’It’s thanks to Michael. Thanks to him I feel like my eyes have been opened in a way I never thought possible before. Not to ntion that he knew about this spot suitable for cultivation.’ She thought, her eyes observing him.
A few seconds later her heart began to beat so fast it would have exploded if she hadn’t beco an Early Expert a few monts ago.
’H—He has achieved enlightennt! Early Adept at 18! He is truly a genius. The mont I laid my eyes on him for the first ti, I could feel he was special!’ She was so shocked that she forgot how to breathe.
Leo also opened his eyes and broke into a grin after seeing Ava’s dumbfounded expression.
"After years of trying, I finally beca an Early Adept! Are you shocked, Daredevil?"
She simply shook her head before pointing to Michael.
"Wh—" Leo had the sa reaction as her. Both of them simply stared at Michael, full of disbelief.
’I made it in ti.’ Michael sighed in relief upon opening his eyes.
Na: Michael
Soul Realm: Early Adept
Cybernetics: Indomitable System, Berserker, Dash, Perfect Vision, Spirit Flow, Blink
• Strength: 220
• Agility: 180
• Stamina: 80
• Spirit: 10,000
• Mind: 3,000
Skill Points: 0
’After my breakthrough and my enlightennt, it looks like my stats rose significantly. With Berserker on top, few aliens would be my equal.’ He thought in satisfaction.
Once he was done assessing his gains, he turned to his two teammates that were busy staring at him.
"Good job on your enlightennt." He said with a warm smile.
"To have achieved Early Adept at such a young age, I wonder how far you will have gone once you reach my age." Leo shook his head. There was no point in comparing himself with a natural-born monster like Michael. Even Ava would fall short if she were to compete, and she was considered a genius!
"Let’s go to the base and prepare." Michael said, breaking them out of their trance.
They simply nodded and stood up, still in shock.
On their way back, Ava would question him about the secret of his monstrous growth. In response, Michael simply shrugged, not sure how to answer her.
As they approached the base, Michael quickly called his sister, making sure that they weren’t in danger.
"We are all right, thanks to the money you send us. Dad is receiving dical care from the best doctors in the world. But the bills are proving to be more than expected. I am not sure we can continue for long." Scarlett said, feeling guilty that she was relying on her brother.
"As I said, I will make sure nothing of the sort happens. Now go back to studying for your tests." He said, about to cut the connection.
"Wait! I wanted to say, there is news that Triton will be attacked very soon... You don’t have to risk your life for us. I am sure we can make money so other way."
Michael shook his head before flashing her a warm smile. "This is my choice to make. Plus, I am tough. Nothing will happen to ."
"If you say so." Scarlett pouted. "Just please keep updated if sothing major happens."
"I promise."
Once the call ended, Ava threw a side glance at Michael.
"You really care for your family. Few would be able to risk their life at a young age like you."
Michael chuckled. "They are my family, so it’s only given, and it’s not just them. I value the people close to . Like you and Leo."
’Goddamn charr!’ Ava gritted her teeth, looking the other way in an attempt to hide her blush.
"We are nearing the base!" Leo called out.
’Good, we are in ti. Once the invasion begins, we won’t get the chance to rest for a long ti.’ Michael sighed.
’Hurry up! I miss the taste of blood! I NEED TO KILL!’ As usual, the soul weapon demanded sacrifice.
’Just wait a little longer. Soon we will have more foes than we can deal with.’ Michael reassured.
’HAHAHA! I can’t wait!’
Arriving at Base #85, they were pleasantly surprised to see that there were more soldiers than expected. It looked like after the Immortal Legion left, a new faction had decided to co to their aid.
"Good to see you, young man." A familiar voice reached out to him.
"Sir Bryce! So you managed to bring the Heavenly Pact to our aid!"
Bryce nodded. "Yes, originally we were supposed to co, but Immortal Legion didn’t really give us a choice in the matter. Now with them gone, we can take over and support Victoria."
A mont later Bryce’s eyes widened. "You... have beco an Early Adept?! Gods, how did you achieve this so fast? I thought you arrived at the base a week ago!"
"Michael is special, so it’s only natural!" Ava puffed her chest in pride.
"Whatever the case, that is welcod. We would need as much firepower as we could get."
They quickly went to et up with Victoria. On the way Michael observed the base that was in uproar. Soldiers running with purpose, eager to get ready for the battle that will decide the fate of Triton and most likely the war against the aliens for a long ti to co.
Several chas entered Michael’s field of vision. They were the main weapon against the aliens’ spaceships that proved to have a superior tech level than them.
Sadly, for a person to pilot even the weakest cha, they would need to be at the very least an Expert, though it was recomnded to reach at least Master unless one wanted to put unnecessary pressure on their soul. So Michael was a long way from piloting one.
’Who needs cha when you have a great sword like ? HAHAHA!’ His soul weapon guessed his thought before bursting into laughter once again.
’True... chs don’t make perverted remarks, nor do they demand sacrifices from .’ He chuckled.
’I deny everything and regret nothing!’ The sword retorted.
Soon after, Michael’s squad as well as Bryce went towards the general’s room, where Victoria was waiting with a few other higher personnel.
With Michael and Leo being Early Adepts and Ava reaching Early Expert, they were granted the right to be part of the discussions.
Once they entered, Victoria’s eyes instantly locked onto Michael. A small smile ford on her face seeing his as well as her junior’s progress.
"Let’s discuss the plan."
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