One by one, Wang Lei, Su Ling, and Lin Xue returned from their respective trials.
Wang Lei carried a wind-based relic that enhanced both speed and attack precision. His excitement was obvious.
Su Ling held a refined alchemy cauldron, her expression calm but satisfied.
Lin Xue's aura had become more elusive, her illusion artifact subtly distorting the air around her.
But when their gazes landed on Li Hao—
They paused.
Something had changed.
His presence was deeper.
More controlled.
And far more dangerous.
None of them spoke.
But they understood.
Li Hao had taken another step ahead.