Soren focused his intent entirely on the glowing text, directing his thought toward the screen.
'Yes! Of course I'm gonna open it.'
The notification dissolved into particles of light, instantly replaced by a series of rolling logs that cascaded down his field of vision. The system's familiar, mechanical chime resonated directly inside his mind.
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[Investment detected.]
[Target: Ryan]
[Analyzing investment...]
[Investment: You provided assistance to the target within the Labyrinth Gate and voluntarily ventured into the perilous Golden Gate to rescue him from certain death. To secure his path, you entered a binding agreement with the Sunless Emperor, vowing to act as the target's guide. You then entered the true Golden Gate, fought alongside him through the final trial, and successfully cleared the gate.]
[Analyzing target response...]
