Soon, Ethan Lockwood fully grasped the purpose and mechanics of his two new abilities.
"Favorability Sight" was a semi-active ability—something he could deactivate when not needed. Its function? Revealing precise numerical measurements of others' regard for him. Through Ethan's eyes, people appeared with hovering digital displays above their heads, each number representing emotional intensity levels clearly explained in the ability's description.
Most individuals defaulted to a neutral value around 50—equivalent to the indifferent glance exchanged between strangers passing on the street. This midpoint indicated neither warmth nor animosity, merely casual disinterest.
Numbers climbing above 50 signaled growing favor. Perhaps they admired his attractive appearance or found his charismatic
