"We wish you success, young master!" their voices echoed as they retreated, their true thoughts concealed within. Though their tone seemed filled with gratitude, Xia Wei remained unsure of their actual opinion about him.
These foolish servants, they should have at least arranged some form of protection for me. But, to their credit, they did provide me with a pill. Was it mere happenstance or a calculated move?
In the fleeting moments before the fourth attack, Xia Wei contemplated what command he should issue to the servants. Both parties were still reeling from the guilt of their previous blunders, clouding their judgment.
The words flashed before him, etched in his mind.
[Absorption Complete!]
[Reinforcing Host's muscles and outer skin!]
[Amplifying Host's focus and elemental resistance!]
[Effect Bonus Duration: 3 Days!]
