Arthur read through everything slowly.
Then again.
His grin didn't fade.
"…Yeah."
That one word carried everything.
It worked.
He closed the interface with a thought and lifted his head as he eyes met the commander who was already watching him.
Her eyes narrowed slightly.
"You look too happy for someone who just failed."
Arthur laughed.
"Failed?"
He shook his head.
"I told you. It worked."
She studied him for a second.
Then her lips curved faintly.
"…Show me."
That was all she needed to say.
Arthur didn't hesitate.
In fact, he looked more excited than before.
"Don't blame me if this gets fun," he said as he stepped forward.
She smirked.
"I'm counting on it."
Arthur rolled his neck once.
Then his mana rose.
But this time…
It felt different.
Cleaner and lighter.
Wind threaded through his reinforcement, subtle but present.
Even before he moved, the difference was obvious.
The commander noticed immediately.
Her eyes sharpened.
"…That's new."
