Okay.
Maybe they should've also called for emergency services while they were at it.
But to be fair, the first soldiers gave rave reviews about their first use of the Manual of Spiritual Enhancement.
When they first began, everyone waited with bated breath as the captain of the guards went first.
Many of the younger soldiers eagerly stepped forward to try, but the captain chuckled and patted his chest.
"Let the eldest go first, you brats. I've earned it."
Of course, everyone knew it was partly because their captain probably wanted the most experienced fighter to go first, just to ensure there were no side effects—but that didn't stop the guards from teasing him relentlessly.
"Captain, don't die, you're still single!"
"Come back stronger, old man, or no one will marry you!"
The captain growled under his breath, cheeks faintly red, but he grinned good-naturedly.
The playful ribbing gave the tense atmosphere a much-needed break.
