My Life Changed with the Unlimited System
Chapter 75 Middle Star Apprentice

As Mark navigated the busy streets, Ethan settled back in the car's leather seat. The city lights blurred past, casting a quiet glow over the vehicle's interior. It had been a long, eventful day, but his mind stayed sharp, focused on what lay ahead.

A faint chime from his phone drew his attention. He glanced down, noticing a new notification in the Great Family Panel. Curious, he opened it, and a detailed breakdown appeared before him.

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[Great Family] Total Members = 200

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'Two hundred members? I believe the Iron Vanguards had done their job. But... To have every one of them joining is an amazing feat.'

He thought they'd come a long way in such a short time. He looked at the summary of the members' strengths.

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[Cole Family Strength Summary]

Total Members: 200

1. Middle Star Soldier Ascendants: 7

2. Higher Star Apprentice Ascendants: 23

3. High Star Apprentice Ascendants: 30

4. Middle Star Apprentice Ascendants: 40

5. Low Star Apprentice Ascendants: 50

6. Lower Star Apprentice Ascendants: 50

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Ethan's gaze lingered on the numbers. As he reviewed the ranks, a realization tempered his satisfaction.

"I need more people in the Soldier rank," Ethan thought. "Or is there a way for me to level these people up... just like I am?"

If he could use the Unlimited System to assist him in developing his Great Family, it would make things much easier for him. He believed there had to be a way for the system to assist him.

What concerned Ethan the most was that his highest-ranking members would only be at the Higher Star Apprentice level without the Iron Vanguards.

That would still represent a significant force, but they would lag far behind the Elders of the Great Families. Ethan recalled that some of these Great Families had as many as twelve Middle Star Soldier Ascendants each. It was evident that there was a considerable gap in strength.

'I need to replace ways to strengthen everyone. I can't just depend on the Iron Vanguards, and I can't be present everywhere at all times,' Ethan pondered, his expression troubled.

Ethan leaned back, his fingers tapping thoughtfully on the phone screen. He needed a way to elevate his Ascendants, to ensure they could hold their own against any opposition.

If he was to position the Cole family among Novan City's elite, they couldn't just rely on numbers. They would need true strength that could match or even surpass the Great Families.

The Iron Vanguards brought a unique advantage, but seven Middle Star Soldier Ascendants wouldn't be enough to go toe-to-toe with Novan City's best.

For the Cole family to grow into a force that could truly rival the Great Families, he needed a plan to elevate everyone, from the strongest Ascendants down to the Lower Star Apprentices.

"I need to get stronger, too," murmured Ethan, feeling the weight of his challenges.

Mark glanced at him in the rearview mirror, curious but respectful. "I am sorry. Do you need anything, Mr. Cole?"

Ethan looked up, giving him a faint smile. "Nope. Sorry. Just thinking about what's next aloud, Mark."

The driver nodded knowingly. "You've got a lot on your shoulders, sir, but I've no doubt you'll replace your way through it."

Ethan smiled at the reassurance. "Thanks, Mark."

Later, Ethan opened the Shop Panel, his eyes focused as he scrolled through the available items. He was looking for something that would quickly and permanently boost his attributes.

It had been a while since he had carefully explored the panel, so he took his time reviewing the items, weighing the benefits of each one.

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[Shop Panel]

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Strength Enhancer

Description: Permanently increases Strength by 10 points.

Price: 10 Ascension Points

Speed Booster

Description: Permanently increases Speed by 10 points.

Price: 10 Ascension Points

Endurance Fortifier

Description: Permanently increases Endurance by 10 points.

Price: 10 Ascension Points

Intelligence Amplifier

Description: Permanently increases Intelligence by 10 points.

Price: 10 Ascension Points

Charisma Enhancer

Description: Permanently increases Charisma by 10 points.

Price: 10 Ascension Points

Comprehensive Attribute Elixir

Description: Permanently boosts all attributes (Strength, Speed, Endurance, Intelligence, Charisma) by 15 points.

Price: 20 Ascension Points

Energy Surge Potion

Description: Temporarily doubles all physical attributes for one hour, ideal for critical battle moments. Cooldown: 48 hours.

Price: 15 Ascension Points

Armor Skin Solution

Description: Permanently enhances resilience to physical attacks, reducing damage taken in battle by 5%.

Price: 12 Ascension Points

Tactical Awareness Enhancer

Description: Boosts strategic awareness and tactical decision-making in combat situations for one hour. Cooldown: 24 hours.

Price: 8 Ascension Points

Combat Spirit Serum

Description: Permanently increases attack and defense capabilities by 5%, enhancing overall battle performance.

Price: 10 Ascension Points

[New items unlocked at Level 12]

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'I need everything I can get to boost my attributes,' thought Ethan. He felt that the system was tougher on him than on others. He believed that most Ascendants' ranks were primarily determined by their Strength, Speed, and Endurance.

He thought Intelligence or Charisma might play a role in rare cases, especially for those with a battle style that relied on gadgets or charm spells.

Even Ethan wasn't sure if such Ascendants actually existed. But given what was happening to him, he realized that anything was possible.

As he examined the list, Ethan considered his options carefully. The Comprehensive Attribute Elixir was tempting for its balanced enhancement across all attributes.

'This will definitely be my choice.'

Still, he also saw the value in focusing on the other items. The Energy Surge Potion and Armor Skin Solution were appealing for their tactical advantages.

However, he knew that his main priority should be making steady and lasting improvements for now. He needed something dependable that he could always count on.

After a moment of thought, Ethan decided to select the first six items, knowing they would provide a solid and lasting foundation for his growing power.

'Fingers crossed that everything turns out great!'

Ethan took a deep breath, his fingers hovering over the confirm button as he finalized his selection. The items he chose would cost a substantial amount of his Ascension Points. Almost all.

But, he knew the investment would pay off, pushing him and the Cole family closer to being a formidable force in Novan City. He believed that as the leader, he needed to be the strongest.

Ethan realized that the respect he was gaining came primarily from Lucan's polite treatment of him. He also understood that Lena was somehow behind this change in attitude, though he wasn't sure how she managed it.

Determined to earn respect for his own abilities, Ethan resolved to become stronger. As he confirmed each purchase, he could feel a subtle surge of energy coursing through him with every item he purchased.

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Strength Enhancer Purchased - 10 Ascension Points deducted.

Speed Booster Purchased - 10 Ascension Points deducted.

Endurance Fortifier Purchased - 10 Ascension Points deducted.

Intelligence Amplifier Purchased - 10 Ascension Points deducted.

Charisma Enhancer Purchased - 10 Ascension Points deducted.

Comprehensive Attribute Elixir Purchased - 20 Ascension Points deducted.

[Remaining Ascension Points: 1]

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Ethan watched as his status panel updated, feeling the immediate impact of the items he had just purchased. None of these items could be stored in his Inventory, so he immediately felt their effects.

Each attribute boost settled into his body like a new layer of strength, a subtle but unmistakable enhancement of his physical and mental capabilities.

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[Status Panel]

Name: Ethan Cole

Level: 11

Rank: Middle Star Apprentice

EXP: 49500 / 60000

Ascension Points: 1

Wealth: Unlimited

Attributes:

Strength: 99

Speed: 99

Endurance: 97

Intelligence: 102

Charisma: 94

Free Attribute Points: 0

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Congratulations! You have reached the Middle Star Apprentice Ascendant. A Mystery Reward awaits.

Do you wish to open it now?

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"Open." Ethan clicked on the notification.

To his surprise, he discovered an incredible new skill had been added to his arsenal.

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[Skill Unlocked: Divine Eyes (Basic)]

Description: Enables scanning individuals' primary attributes up to the pinnacle of Soldier Ascendants.

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'This is really amazing...' Ethan couldn't help but feel impressed by the skill. His eyes widened as he read the description. This skill was precisely what he needed—an invaluable tool to assess both allies and adversaries.

With this ability, he could strategically assist every Coles member while also identifying potential attributes they could develop. He could jot down the details of each member's strengths and then ask the Iron Vanguards to create the best training programs.

If anyone questioned how he knew this or how he arrived at the numbers indicating their strength, speed, endurance, and other factors, he could simply claim that it was a unique ability bestowed upon him by a god or something similar.

After all, as the leader, he didn't feel the need to explain everything to everyone. Additionally, he could use his intelligence to devise a device capable of testing and providing equally accurate results.

The key difference was that he could immediately get results just by observing anyone he focused his skill on.

While lost in thought, Ethan received another notification about a mission for his Great Family.

'Missions? Will it be different from the ones I've been doing?' Ethan's mind raced with possibilities. He wondered what kind of mission the system would assign to his family this time.