Ascending to the second floor, Howard headed straight for the room on the right-hand side.
Calling it a room was a bit of a misnomer, as it was really just a doorway.
As Howard pushed open the door, a sphere of light immediately caught his eye.
Stepping into it, he felt the ground vanish beneath his feet, and his entire body was enveloped by a peculiar force, a strong sensation of weightlessness engulfing him.
[Ding! Congratulations, awakened Howard, you have successfully entered the Mystic Realm of Battle Intent!]
The crisp notification sound echoed, and when Howard opened his eyes next, he found himself amidst a fog.
"What's this? I can't see clearly?"
Noticing the surrounding mist, Howard was visibly surprised.
[Ding! The Mystic Realm of Battle Intent has officially commenced. Please prepare, awakened.]
As the notification sounded again, a dull roaring filled the air.
