The moment Michael felt the intense surge of energy flooding his body, he couldn't help but feel grateful he'd prepared a secure space for his real body before advancing.
The memory of his previous advancement—when he'd nearly endangered his family—still haunted him. If not for Teacher Brian being nearby to intervene, things might have ended in disaster.
As his power surged, so too did his influence on the surrounding environment.
At Rank 1, the change had been minimal. At Rank 2, the increase in strength should be more pronounced—but even then, it shouldn't have reached the scale he was now experiencing.
The truth was simple: Michael was not normal.
Most Awakened couldn't match a true Rank 2 while still being in rank 1.
Because after all, you're special and I'm also special, what's stopping me from having more power?
