Chapter 96 - Taming Thanks and Hugs

Ren took only the tentacle and crystal with trembling hands. "And the... Did you find them too?"

"Yes," Taro nodded, nervously watching the infirmary door. "But I still think this is a terrible idea... If she arrives before..."

"Just don't let them interrupt me for a few minutes, I'm faster at the process now and quieter."

Ren turned to look at the busy nurse, unwrapped the crystal, and positioned the tentacle over his stomach. He breathed deeply before beginning the absorption.

The pain was immediate and intense, burning through his system like liquid fire. His veins began to glow as mana flowed through his system, creating intricate patterns under his skin. The tentacle worked frantically, absorbing the excess where the veins threatened to burst, its movements precise despite the chaotic energy flow.

But after a few minutes, Taro finally couldn't hide the glow in Ren's veins from the nurse with his body anymore.