"This time, I really made a profit!" I declared, watching the magical crystal spin slowly in the palm of my hand. It emitted a faint vibration, almost as if it were alive, yet at the same time, a cold sensation coursed through my skin.
The laboratory data flashed in my mind. Although the magical crystal showed slight radiation, the calculations were clear: its effects on the human body were negligible, almost harmless. Yet, I knew this small piece of raw energy had immense potential. "If I refine this and work on a system with the right formulas... perhaps I could use it as a battery for something useful. Imagine... a motorcycle or even a cellphone!"
I laughed to myself, satisfied with the possibilities.
But my mind quickly returned to reality as I recalled the changes around me since the incident with Charles. "Ever since news of my victory spread, everything has changed."
