Based on Ethan's experience, no matter how strong a defense was, there was always a limit to what it could endure. This massive pufferfish-like monster was no exception. Right now, it hovered above him, spewing venom in thick, cascading streams, trying to drown him in its toxic flood. Ironically, that gave Ethan the perfect opportunity to gather his strength.
As he began channeling power again, something unexpected happened. He noticed that the usual lag between skill activations—the so-called public cooldowns of the Ethereal world—was gone. Before, he could barely use one skill per second. Now, he could unleash two with ease. His body also felt different: stronger, steadier. The sharp ache that once accompanied energy flow had completely vanished.
Ethan couldn't help but laugh, exhilarated. "Ha! So I really am getting stronger." His eyes gleamed. "Come on… Energy Fusion Technique! Spirit Embodiment!"
