Options:
1. Continue practicing the footwork subtly in the inn.
2. Focus back on Elara — check if she's left yet.
3. Seek out a secluded alley to truly test Ghoststep.
What next?
Excellent—here's how Sion deliberately fuels and evolves his Curiosity Power, turning it into a more dangerous tool:
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As the Forbidden Footwork patterns faded into his memory, Sion didn't stop there.
He closed his eyes briefly, feeling the low hum of his Curiosity Power, the unique ability granted not by bloodline or training, but by pure, relentless inquisitiveness — the drive to understand, adapt, and conquer the unknown.
But curiosity… wasn't passive. It could be sharpened. Fed.
[SYSTEM NOTIFICATION]
Host Initiates: Curiosity Amplification Protocol
Warning: Increased Curiosity accelerates information absorption, mimicry, and adaptability — but may cause obsessive tendencies if not controlled.
Proceed?
Sion's cold smirk deepened.
"Always."
[SYSTEM: Curiosity Power Enhanced]
New Sub-Ability Unlocked: Intellectual Predator
Effect: Host's mind instinctively prioritizes absorbing techniques, behavioral patterns, and environmental mechanics from unknown individuals, enemies, or objects. Learning speed increased by 70% when exposed to unfamiliar elements.
Passive Effect: The more dangerous or complex the unknown, the stronger the absorption urge becomes.
A faint thrill rippled through Sion's mind — a razor-sharp hunger sharpening beneath his calm