But the heaven-defying gift from the universe did not appear this time. It seemed that breaking through on a different path would not grant him the same miraculous boon. Apollo realized that the gift was tied to a fundamental change in life level, which he had already achieved upon reaching the fourth rank in the warrior path.
In the mage path, though his spiritual power and mind grew immensely, the advancement did not alter his life level. He had already crossed the threshold into a fourth-rank lifeform, and thus, the universe did not bestow a second blessing upon him.
Though a little disappointed, Apollo understood the rarity and nature of such gifts. Still, the change it brought was enormous; he could feel his body and soul seem to have become closer to heaven and earth and laws.
In his current state, his speed of understanding various laws seemed to have increased four or even five times.
