After the breakthrough, the team's strength rose to a new level, but Li Hao's change was the most profound.
His three cores rotated smoothly, allowing him to control ice, lightning, and flame without interference. Instead of chaotic bursts, his power became precise, layered, and adaptable.
Wang Lei's wind sharpened like blades.
Su Ling's control over energy became seamless.
Lin Xue's presence faded deeper into illusion.
Xu Mei's phoenix flames grew regal and controlled.
But Li Hao… felt like something entirely different.
Not stronger in a simple sense—
But more complete.
Gu Shen observed him longer than usual, his gaze narrowing slightly.
"Your aura… is stable," he said simply. "Good."
He did not see the truth hidden within Li Hao.
The existence of the three cores remained completely concealed.
Li Hao said nothing.
This secret… was his alone.