"As long as you hold it," Axel explained, "your body will function as if time is speeding up. In reality, it simply accelerates your digestion and absorption processes."
Understanding dawned slowly.
Axel continued, "If you consume the resources while holding this crystal, there's a high chance you'll digest everything within half a day."
Lana's eyes lit up.
"However," Axel warned, "the pain will also be compressed. Faster. Sharper. Much more intense."
He looked at her seriously. "But if you want to break through within half a day, this is the best option."
Lana nodded without hesitation. "I'd rather endure short, sharp pain than suffer for days."
Axel smiled faintly. "With this crystal and my protection, reaching the Earth Rank will not be difficult."
Excitement flickered in Lana's chest.
Axel placed the crystal into her hands.
The moment it touched her palm, a strange warmth spread through her body, like countless invisible currents beginning to move.
