More importantly, it would further solidify her authority, as people naturally placed greater value on her when she had more to offer.
Although she was already highly regarded, having additional resources would attract even more exceptional individuals to join her most trusted squad. Moreover, since she had already awakened her own ability, the Awakening Fruit would go to waste in her inventory, so rather than let it sit unused, she chose to put it to meaningful use.
Aston stared at the unfamiliar fruit in his hand, confused at first. But he had a hunch about where it came from, one that was confirmed a moment later when a series of messages popped up before him.
[Kisha: I sent you an Awakening Fruit. When you have time, go into seclusion and prepare yourself for awakening. You've been taking the Scarlet Honey for quite a while now, so your body should already be ready.]
