125. Digging In
"Lying is not only excusable; it is not only innocent; it is, above all, necessary and unavoidable. Without the ameliorations that it offers, life would become a mere syllogism and hence too metallic to be borne." — H. L. Mencken
Seeing that he was ready to evolve his achievement ring, something he had not done in his past life, made him very happy since it would mean acquiring another permanent, unique buff of even greater strength.
Around him, the other four also looked quite pleased with themselves.
They had discussed it previously, and all five of them had at least a few gilded achievements, with Aria and Irene having the fewest, with three each, including the newest one they just unlocked.
Following them were Holly, with six total, and Lilian, who had the most after Paul himself, with eight.