"As long as it was a cursed monster, Radix Augmentation worked. The boost I received to my physical strength was so immense that I had to hint to my superiors that my gains were a result of something I discovered within the ruins."
"I noticed," Edward said, as his foot on the accelerator of the van pushed forward ever so slightly, increasing speed. "When I fought you, I noticed that your performance was actually significantly better than last time. But then again, the best Neophyte alive should be at least that strong, or it would be a little disappointing."
Nero did not flinch or show the slightest sign of weakness. If he let his father know he was embarrassed his life would be over. Adopting the mentality of someone willing to die through torture than reveal critical information, Nero put on a stoic expression, and instead questioned his father.
