Gauss clenched his fists.
With every movement, strength and magic surged through his body. He felt that even if several copies of his former self stood before him, he could now defeat them with relative ease.
After all, even as an apprentice, he had already been a formidable fighter.
An ordinary apprentice would be able to take on even more opponents at once.
No wonder the professionals he'd faced in town had seemed so terrifying.
Professionals had far greater physical attributes than apprentices. Their Class Ranks also strengthened the very essence of their power, allowing their skills to unleash their full potential.
By comparison, the skills apprentices mastered were little more than watered-down versions.
To apprentices, professionals were an overwhelming force, superior in both the level of their existence and the nature of their power.
"I've finally become a professional."
Gauss opened the window.
The noise outside flooded into the private room: clear, distinct layers of sound—the rumble of wheels over cobblestones, vendors calling out, children playing.
Watching the lively street, he was filled with emotion.
It was as though the world had suddenly opened up before him.
To be honest, ever since he'd crossed over into this world, he'd always felt uneasy, constantly on edge and careful not to make a misstep.
Only now, after officially reaching the professional level and rising above the masses, did he finally feel he'd gained some control over his own fate.
His mind was calm.
Without even realizing it, his demeanor had become more serene and composed.
He watched the street for a long while before turning away.
He went to the private room's bathroom and took a cold shower. After changing into clean, fresh clothes,
he pushed open the heavy door.
A staff member waiting outside was startled by the sound.
When