"Tiona, Tione, could you two help me find Alicia and Anqi?"
"Eh? Alicia and Anqi? Why are you looking for them?"
"Lately, I've been spending all my time training with Bete. During this past half month, those two have been staying for long hours either in the 'Training Space' or the 'Challenge Space'. Because of that, Bete recommended them to me—to give them a chance to reach Level 5."
The two sisters instinctively glanced at the rings on their hands.
They already knew about Alicia and Anqi's situation. After all, they were all girls who had once worked hard together on the same path. To be honest, not just for the past half month—those two had been pushing themselves relentlessly for months now.
Inside the 'Challenge Space', they often saw Alicia and Anqi teaming up to face the black Goliath. Their goal of reaching Level 5 was clear as day—to advance further.
And since the two had already reached Level 4, it was only natural they were qualified to approach this new power.
"I'll go find them."
Tione volunteered readily.
Tsuna nodded slightly, watching her leave.
The banquet of celebration had reached its end. The adventurers who had been eating and drinking were now satisfied, each ready to head back to their rooms to rest, preparing for another day of hard training.
Yes—training.
In less than three months, three new Level 5s had appeared in the Loki Familia. For any member, this was an enormous source of motivation.
It meant the Familia now had a clearer and more attainable path of advancement.
With enough effort, they could now reap tangible rewards.
Adventurers never lacked the will to work hard. What had often held them back was the lack of visible results. But now that results were appearing one after another, why would anyone stop?
They all threw themselves passionately into their training.
Moreover, with both the 'Training Space' that enhanced their abilities and the 'Challenge Space' where they could face stronger monsters and floor bosses, their opportunities for battle experience—and thus, advancement—had grown tremendously.
Under such ideal conditions, who would want to stop?
Right now, everyone was pushing themselves harder than ever.
"How about you, Anqi?"
Alicia asked, swirling her drink as her eyes drifted to the cat girl beside her.
"Me? Same as usual. I'll digest my food a bit, then head to the 'Training Space' for some more practice. What about you, Alicia?"
"I'm thinking… should I join you or focus on improving my ability values first?"
"Don't bother thinking. Just come with me."
Tione's sudden voice interrupted their discussion about evening plans.
"Tione?"
Both Alicia and Anqi turned, confused by her unexpected entrance.
"Just follow me—you'll know soon enough."
They exchanged brief glances before standing up and following Tione out of the dining hall.
After leaving, the three walked toward the residential district—but not in the direction of Loki's quarters. Instead, they headed somewhere quieter, where few people lived.
Stopping before a door, Tione knocked lightly.
Knock knock knock!
"Tsuna, I'm coming in."
After calling out, she opened the door and entered directly. Alicia and Anqi followed closely behind.
Inside, they saw Loki sitting casually on the bed, while Tsunayoshi Sawada sat at the desk.
They were used to seeing Loki, but the young man beside her wasn't someone they met often.
Yet, though rarely seen, the power he bestowed upon them—their god's blessing—was something every member interacted with daily.
"Alicia-san, Anqi-san."
Tsuna stood up from his chair, and the two girls instinctively straightened their posture.
Noticing their reaction, Tsuna couldn't help but feel a trace of amusement—apparently, his influence in the Familia had grown stronger than he thought.
After a brief pause, he got straight to the point.
"I asked Tione to bring you here because of a recommendation from Bete."
"Bete?"
"Yes. Within the Familia, he believes you two are the ones most likely to break through to Level 5 next."
"Eh?"
Both girls looked stunned.
In their eyes, Bete was the type who had a sharp tongue but a soft heart. Hearing that he had recommended them was almost unbelievable.
"Bete… actually said something like that?"
Anqi was the first to voice her disbelief.
"Of course. Though he doesn't usually praise others, Bete's observation skills are exceptional," Tsuna explained patiently. "These days, I've been training closely with him, and I've often seen you two in both the 'Training Space' and the 'Challenge Space'."
"Your efforts haven't gone unnoticed. After his own advancement, Bete recommended you to me—hoping I could give you the opportunity to push further on your path."
Alicia and Anqi's eyes widened.
"Please wait, what do you mean by 'opportunity'?"
Alicia asked curiously.
"An opportunity," Tsuna replied calmly, "to increase your chances of victory when challenging a floor boss."
"Before you two, Tiona and Tione were the first to receive and prove the effectiveness of this power. After them came Finn and Gareth, and most recently, Riveria and Bete."
Tsuna listed them one by one.
"Tiona, Tione, and Bete all challenged the Amphisbæna and succeeded in advancing to Level 5 thanks to this power."
With such clear examples before them, Alicia and Anqi immediately understood how significant this 'opportunity' was.
It was the same mysterious power that had helped their comrades reach Level 5—and now, it was their turn to receive it.
(End of Chapter)
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