I collapse onto the bed in my temporary quarters, frustration fueling my determination. If respect requires power, then I'll show them power they can't fucking ignore.

  As I settle into meditation position, I abandon the cautious approach that's defined my development since getting noticed by Integration. No more careful optimization within safe parameters, tonight I push every boundary, accelerate every enhancement, maximize every capability regardless of detection risk. Freedom through ten victories means nothing matters except combat effectiveness.

  My consciousness slips into that familiar liminal state, awake yet detached, aware yet uninhibited. But tonight I dive deeper than ever before, my telekinetic awareness expanding to encompass my entire enhancement architecture with microscopic precision.

  I start with core telekinetic pathways, not just strengthening existing neural connections but fundamentally expanding capacity beyond the aliens' initial templates. The enhancement framework they implanted was designed with predetermined limitations, but self-directed evolution can transcend these artificial constraints.

  My telekinetic control at the molecular level has always been my most advanced capability. Tonight I refine it to atomic precision, the ability to perceive and manipulate individual atoms rather than just molecular clusters. The application possibilities explode exponentially with this level of control, not just restructuring matter but potentially altering its fundamental properties by rearranging atomic bonds.

  Hours pass as I methodically enhance each aspect of my abilities. Physical systems receive equal attention, optimizing fast-twitch muscle fiber response times, strengthening connective tissues for maximum force application, improving neural firing sequences for reaction speeds beyond standard enhancement parameters. Not separate from telekinesis but integrated with it, a unified combat system where physical and telekinetic capabilities amplify each other through shared neural pathways.

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  Sweat pours down my face despite my physical stillness, the mental exertion of this comprehensive enhancement pushing even my modified physiology to its limits. But I don't stop, don't slow down, don't hold anything back. The neural architecture expands and evolves under my focused direction, creating capabilities beyond what the aliens anticipated when they implemented the original enhancements.

  The neural camouflage remains in place but shifts from comprehensive coverage to strategic application, maintaining deception only where most critical while allowing expanded expression in combat-visible parameters. I'm not abandoning security entirely, but I if I don't at least show this much then they'll know I'm hiding something after the show I put on tomorrow.

  By the time my consciousness begins returning to normal waking patterns, I've transformed my capabilities far beyond previous limitations. The telekinetic architecture has expanded to atomic-level precision while maintaining efficient energy application protocols. Physical enhancements have reached peak integration with nervous system for maximum combat effectiveness. The combined systems now operate through unified neural pathways that eliminate transitional delays between ability applications.

  I open my eyes, body tingling with the neural changes despite minimal physical movement during meditation. Today's match against Tremor will show everyone what I'm capable of and what Team Exodus represents.

  No more hiding to avoid Integration interest. No more careful restraint to appear weak. Freedom requires ten consecutive victories, and that means showing enough power to build a team that can go the distance.

  After tomorrow, no one will question whether a Null belongs on my team. They'll be questioning whether they're good enough to join us.

  CHARACTER PROFILE

  Gary (PROTAGONIST)

  STR: 37(+12) - Highly enhanced strength

  SPD: 44(+15) - Highly enhanced reflexes

  RES: 32(+8) - Significant damage resistance and recovery

  CTL: 77(+8) - Incredible telekinetic power, and control

  AWR: 46(+14) - Excellent perception

  Primary: Advanced Telekinesis (Molecular manipulation, Neural Architecture Modification)

  Secondary: Physical Enhancement