"Lilith," Alex said, turning to face her fully. There was something he needed to understand first.
"Where do I actually stand now? I know I'm at Enhanced Realm, but..." He gestured to himself. "What does that mean in practical terms? How many people are at this level? And more importantly..."
His strategic thinking crystallized into the question that mattered most.
"Can I defend myself if necessary?"
Lilith's smile turned knowing, almost indulgent.
"Where you stand?" She moved closer, circling him with that predatory grace. "Let me put this in perspective, darling."
She stopped in front of him, those deep crimson eyes shimmering with quiet triumph.
"You are Enhanced Stage now. Early Enhanced, yes... but Enhanced nonetheless. Do you have any idea how rare that is?"
Alex shook his head.
