Gold as a midnight snack was extravagant.
But it was immensely nourishing.
Arthur watched Barro clutch his right hand and howl in pain, a smile on his face. The satisfaction brewing within him spread all at once, leaving him refreshed and invigorated.
He had eaten so much.
Wasn't this precisely what it had all been for?
The young Medium glanced at the text out of the corner of his eye-
``` [Death Serpent IV: Death and the serpent coiled together, moving as one. Death pursued the serpent's tail, while the serpent's kiss pursued the dawn of death. Through this endless cycle, a most unique method of advancement emerged. This trace of uniqueness within your bloodline was enough to draw the attention of most Divine-Blooded and Demon-Blooded, earn the envy of Ascendants, and inspire fear in beings of darkness, shadow, and death. For all of them, mortal and divine alike, knew how terrifying your otherworldly talent had become when combined with your present bloodline. Even a demigod would be unwilling to face your might.
Because...
You would devour them!
After you swallowed and completely absorbed an immense quantity of gold, your bloodline began advancing through successive ranks.
Now, you have gradually begun to grasp that trace of unique 'divinity.']
[Effects: 1. Awakening; 2. Shadow Concealment; 3. Body; 4. Serpent Eyes; 5. Serpent Tongue; 6. Serpent Devouring; 7. Serpent Breath; 8. Serpent Shadows; 9. Authority, fragmentary]
[Awakening: You have awakened a special bloodline, setting you apart from others. Your subsequent advancements have taken you beyond mortal imagination; Physique +50 (3+2+5+10+30), Spirituality +50 (3+2+5+10+30)]
[Shadow Concealment: While in shadows or darkness, you gain a +12 stealth modifier and can easily control shadows and darkness within a 1,000-meter radius of yourself, forming offensive, defensive, and supportive powers at Entry Rank]
[Serpent Body: Not only