Aric felt an exhilarating rush of power coursing through him as he stood over Sylvia Song's lifeless body. The thrill of victory and the satisfaction of a well-executed plan brought a rare smile to his lips. He could feel the energy within him vibrating with newfound intensity, almost as if the very act of eliminating Sylvia had unlocked a deeper reservoir of his potential.
Curious about his current state, Aric mentally called out to the system.
"System, why didn't I face any backlash after killing her? She was supposed to be a significant figure, yet it felt almost too easy."
[Ding! Host, your Villain Halo has grown significantly stronger, allowing you to suppress the Daughter of Destiny with ease. Her Protagonist Halo, which once offered her protection and fortune, has already diminished due to your previous actions. Thus, her defenses were weakened, making it possible for you to eliminate her without facing any significant resistance.]
