Bab 71: Ignition of Emotion and Power

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Kieran's expression contorted slightly as the current activation of the Ancient Crimson Aegis differed from when Agrianos bestowed it upon him. The crimson mist seeping from his body produced an uncomfortable feeling that made him grit his teeth.

It felt like his insides were on fire with molten lava coursing through his veins. The veins and arteries surrounding his heart swelled until the rampant pulsation could be seen externally. Fortunately, this wave of pain only lasted for a brief span before diminishing into something Kieran could handle.

This change wasn't because Kieran grew accustomed to the pain but rather because the process was quickly completed. A thin red film covered Kieran's body, and from what little portions Kieran could see from his point of view, it resembled armor made from kevlar—light but highly durable. Once this process finished, a few notifications appeared before Kieran.