Watching Ais, who was so tense around August, everyone sensed an unusual atmosphere.
Especially Loki, who considered Ais as her own flesh and blood, was now in an extremely irritable mood. The gaze she directed at August was filled with murderous intent.
If it weren't for Finn holding her back, she might have already rushed over to wipe the smirk off August's face.
As for August, he naturally enjoyed the attention. The princess of your house is now officially kidnapped by him, and there's nothing you can do about it.
But the amusing part was that August was currently wearing a pig's head.
After discussing some details of the cooperation between the two Familias, Tsubaki stood up and left. After all, it was getting late.
"Loki, while you're here, help me update my status values."
"I don't care. You scoundrel who kidnapped Ais."
Today, Loki had suffered a severe blow and was visibly injured.
"Loki, update August's status values."
At this point, Ais spoke up.
This sentence made Loki even more distressed. It felt like her own daughter was turning away from her, and the mother's anger flared up.
"After coming here, you scoundrel."
"Alright."
August grinned and approached, looking irritatingly pleased. People couldn't help but want to give this pig's head a bit more.
Taking out a prepared needle, Loki pricked her own finger, smeared divine blood on August's back, and familiar sensations arose. The falna converted the recorded experience points into power belonging to August, enhancing his strength.
"This..."
Once again, Loki was shocked.
[Augustus Divus Pracentum]
[LV·2]
[Strength: I·0-- >H·130]
[Endurance: I·0-- >H·180]
[Skill: I·0-- >H·100]
[Agility: I·0-- >H·160]
[Magic Power: I·0-- >H·190]
[Skill: Gate of Babylon: King's Treasure, Armament Haki, Lust (Unknown)]
[Magic: Blink]
[Development Skill: Mystery]
The increase in status values was substantial, but for August, it was considered minimal, given the previous extraordinary boosts that seemed almost like cheating.
However, what's the deal with these two additional skills?
"Armament Haki" is understandable – a skill that can mobilize the latent energy in the human body. While impressive, it's not particularly surprising, as such enhancement skills and magic are not uncommon in Orario.
But what about this "Lust" skill?
Its appearance is one thing, but the skill's effects are so mysterious that not even falna can analyze it.
What kind of monster is this?
More importantly, how lecherous can you be to develop such a skill?
Loki felt a bit embarrassed because the term "Lust" carried troublesome connotations. In Orario, there were two individuals known for their lustful nature – Freya and Ishtar, both known for their promiscuity.
In the end, Loki chose to conceal this skill and didn't inform anyone about August having it. When imprinting the status values, she directly erased the existence of this skill.
"Here, your status values."
Loki handed over the paper, and August, upon seeing it, immediately understood.
Behind the skills section, there was a faint trace, although very subtle. Loki intentionally erased it – presumably the skill born from the original sin of Lust.
August didn't pay too much attention. Since Loki didn't want others to know, let it remain hidden, after all, he didn't lose anything.
However, when he looked at his status values, August smiled.
His speculation was correct – the power gained after absorbing Lust was an increase in his own strength, not falna.
This meant that falna had a deceptive nature.
Even if someone saw his status values, it wouldn't matter, his true strength wasn't fully reflected here.
This was good news – leaving a trump card in crucial moments would undoubtedly play a crucial role.
"Kid August, are skills free for you? Only at level 2, and you already have two skills and a magic."
As this was said, August suddenly became the focus of everyone, including Ais.
In Loki's mind, she thought, "What two skills? This guy has three skills, and the third one even falna can't explain."
"Armament Haki, what an impressive name. What abilities does it have?"
Tiona couldn't help but ask August.
August didn't bother explaining, instead, he raised a hand, activated Armament Haki, and a dominating aura wrapped around his arm, turning it pitch black.
This scene immediately captivated everyone's attention. It was an enhancement-type skill.
"Armament Haki, its effect is simple: it can significantly increase my strength and defense. The defensive power can even rival that of steel."
To prove his words, August activated his treasury, took out a sword, and forcefully slashed it against his arm. The collision produced a 'clang' sound, the typical metallic clash.
Defensive power comparable to steel – this was simply abnormal!
This made everyone's eyes shine, and their perception of August changed. Not only did he possess spatial talent, but he also had such combat prowess?
"Not only that, but Armament Haki can attach to any part of my body – arms, legs, feet, stomach, head, or even the entire body."
August demonstrated by activating Armament Haki on various parts of his body.
"Wow, such a practical skill! I really want it too."
Tiona's eyes brightened, and Tione couldn't help but be envious.
Both of them were close-quarters combatants, especially Tione. Once she entered a frenzy, she became like a beast, and as a result, injuries were common.
"And..."
"And?"
Before August could continue, everyone exclaimed.
No wonder – the functionality of Armament Haki was too extensive and convenient.
"Uh, it can also attach to weapons, enhancing their power and preventing wear and tear."
As he spoke, August wrapped Armament Haki around the sword, turning the entire blade into a pitch-black sword.
Now, everyone was rendered speechless.
Especially Bete, who was already upset about Ais and August's rapidly advancing relationship. Now seeing August possess such an abnormal skill, he didn't know what to say.
At this rate, it wouldn't take long for him to surpass himself. His last advantage in terms of strength would no longer exist.
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