Chapter 208: Chapter 208: System's Seventh Level - 4

"It works!" he exclaimed, taking a few tentative steps. "It's not perfect, but it's a great advance." Elio couldn't help but grin, the joy of discovery momentarily overshadowing the gravity of his situation.

With meticulous precision, Elio began to apply additional layers of the insulating material to his boots. This time, he made the coverage thicker, ensuring that every centimeter was protected. Not satisfied with just that, he extended the process to his hands, creating a kind of protective gloves. Each application was done with utmost care, Elio acutely aware that his life could depend on the quality of this protection.

However, Elio knew he couldn't get carried away by excitement.

He still had to complete the seventh level, and this new material, although useful, was not a complete solution. The weight of the challenge ahead settled back on his shoulders, tempering his elation with a dose of reality.