He spent all his Upgrade Points to receive the SSS-tier Omni Cock to successfully subjugate Bastet, but since then, he got two more for the fangirl quest's successful completion.
It was time to invest. And there was only one skill that came to Kaiden's mind.
[Adaptive Reflexes] (B-tier)
A combat passive that allowed his body to react faster the longer it was in combat, making it easier to dodge, parry, or counter. It wasn't the flashiest spell, but in a solo duel like this, it was a difference-maker.
He selected it and mentally confirmed the upgrade.
[Upgrade Point Consumed…]
In his mind's eye, the familiar gacha-style animation bloomed, normally slow, colorful, triumphant.
But not this time.
This time, it was sped up as if even the system sensed how dire his situation had become.
Bright signs spun rapidly.
A golden wheel clicked into place.
[DING!]
[Adaptive Reflexes] has been upgraded to S-tier!
[Instinct Overdrive] unlocked!
