A gleam of satisfaction flickered in Albrecht's crimson eyes as he glanced at the translucent notification hovering before him. The familiar hum of the System resonated in his mind, and the text shimmered faintly in the dimly lit cavern.
[You've leveled up!]
The words brought a surge of excitement. Albrecht was now Level 7, a significant step forward in his quest for power. Though the System still concealed the details of his stats, the steady progression in levels and skills hinted at the capabilities that lay just beyond his grasp. For now, that was enough. He could feel the difference—every movement was sharper, every muscle coiled with renewed strength.
