By all indications, Rank Five creatures simply shouldn't exist here. Otherwise, the Fourth Layer would become an impossible death trap for Rank Four awakeners.
Even so, Michael didn't allow himself to become careless.
Just because there shouldn't be Rank Five monsters didn't mean there couldn't be something equally troublesome.
With that thought, Michael had activated his stealth ability before entering the newly discovered Level 3 region.
The moment he crossed its invisible boundary, Michael immediately sensed the difference. The density of energy rose dramatically.
Even the vitality of the surrounding vegetation became noticeably richer. The ancient trees growing here towered several hundred meters into the sky. Their trunks were thicker than castle walls, and the air itself carried a faint oppressive pressure.
"…As expected."
The higher the region, the more extraordinary everything became.
