Chapter 187: Ethan’s team.
After his remarkable advancement to apprentice rank, Noah decided it was time to return to the shop, check on Lola’s breakthrough progress, and then head home for some well-deserved rest after such an intensive day.
The walk back felt different with his new attributes—each step carried him further than expected, while his heightened awareness made him notice details in the environment that had previously escaped his attention.
Moving with sixty points in agility takes adjustment. Everything feels effortless but almost too responsive. Noah thought, a smile on his face. He wasn’t complaining about the boost, not at all.
Arriving at his shop, Noah found the space empty and quiet. Lola wasn’t behind the counter, and the "closed" sign remained in place, indicating that her advancement attempt was still ongoing.
She’s been at this for around two hours. Grandmaster breakthrough must be incredibly demanding.
He made his way upstairs slowly, taking care not to create any noise that might disturb her concentration during such a critical process. Rank advancement required complete focus, and interruptions could prove dangerous or even fatal.
Outside her room, Noah found the door slightly ajar, allowing him to check on her condition without intrusion. Through the gap, he could see Lola maintaining perfect meditative posture, her body radiating so much energy that it made Noah’s eyes widen.
If he had to put it into words, she was like a small sun radiating energy all over the room.
Still in deep meditation. The beef jerky remains untouched beside her, which suggests everything is proceeding normally.
The beef jerky’s presence by her side provided reassurance that she had emergency healing available if complications arose during the breakthrough attempt. Her steady breathing and stable posture indicated that the process was demanding but proceeding safely.