[Detected three players reaching the Profound Level in their cultivation, meeting the conditions for the third round of public testing.]
[The third round of public testing will begin in three days, with one billion available slots.]
[Game wristbands will be distributed to eligible players worldwide in two days.]
[Following this public test, a fifteen-day regional event will commence.]
"The third round of public testing! It's about to start!"
As soon as the announcement was seen, players in the regional chat went into a frenzy.
The news quickly spread to the real world, causing a huge sensation.
Countless people were ecstatic; they had been eagerly awaiting this day.
"One billion slots, ten times more than last time. If this trend continues, there could be ten billion slots in the next round!"
"That's great! I refuse to believe that I won't make it with so many slots available this time!"
By now, there were nearly eight to nine million players in just the Huaxia region who could use their game abilities in reality. Almost everyone had encountered individuals with extraordinary powers, leaving those who weren't players envious to the point of madness.
Upon reading the announcement, Su Nan realized, "So, three Profound Level players need to appear to meet the requirements for the third round of public testing."
Last time, he triggered the second round when he broke through to the Spiritual Level, and he had assumed that the third round would start when he reached the Profound Level. However, it didn't happen as he expected.
Upon closer examination, he realized that he had still initiated this round.
From the announcement, it was clear that this round of testing was different from the previous two; there were no mandatory participation tasks but instead featured in-game activities.
"Participating in these activities can earn activity points, which should be similar to the contribution points from this task, and there should be a corresponding in-game store for redemption."
Su Nan quickly analyzed the information from the announcement.
However, the game's announcements were far from over. The following message made Su Nan's expression change repeatedly.
[Due to the large number of players in this round of testing, the connection between the real world and the game will be strengthened. There will be a certain probability of spontaneous space rifts appearing in both worlds.]
[By crossing these rifts, whether it's humans or monsters, they will have the chance to enter each other's worlds.]
[Note: On the day of the game's public test, a large number of space rifts will randomly appear, allowing a substantial number of monsters to enter the real world. Please prepare accordingly.]
[The highest-level monsters that can pass through these space rifts are only in the initial stage of the King Level. The higher one's cultivation level, the more dangerous it is to cross through the space rifts.]
"Space rifts?"
"A large number of monsters will enter the real world?"
Su Nan was shocked, his eyes filled with seriousness.
Previously, regardless of how powerful the monster races were, real-world players didn't pay much attention to them. Some even treated the monster world as just a game.
But now, monsters were about to gain entry to the real world. It was no different from suddenly discovering that their hometown was about to be plundered.
Furthermore, once this gateway was opened, there would be continuous troubles to follow.
You see, the real world and the monster world were fundamentally different.
The monster world lacked the presence of the heavens and earth's spiritual essence, whereas the real world had it. Although the spiritual essence couldn't be seen or touched, it was crucial for both the human race and the monster race.
Because of the absence of the spiritual essence, the human race couldn't cultivate ancient techniques, use spells, or employ supernatural abilities, significantly diminishing their strength.
Similarly, the monster race's bloodlines deteriorated due to the lack of spiritual essence.
In the past, the monster race couldn't enter the real world, so there was no reason to worry.
But with the third round of public testing, monsters now had a way to enter the real world.
It could be imagined that in the future, the monster race would do everything possible to pass through these space rifts into the real world.
"I wonder if conventional weapons can handle King Level monsters?"
With current human technology, it might be possible to deal with ordinary and Spiritual Level monsters, but handling Profound Level ones would be almost impossible.
As for dealing with King Level monsters, they might need to resort to nuclear weapons!
King Level monsters could control the power of the heavens and earth, had incredible speed, and possessed unpredictable abilities.
Only large-scale weapons like nuclear bombs had a chance of killing them.
The problem was that if the monsters appeared in uninhabited areas, they could use nuclear weapons. But if they showed up in cities, there would be no conditions for using nuclear bombs.
"Normally, when three Profound Level players appear in the game, the majority of other players should already be in the Spiritual Level, most likely in the late Spiritual Level."
"At that time, even if a large number of monsters enter the real world, humans with their strength and firearms should be able to handle them."
"However, now, although there are over a thousand players in the Spiritual Level, they are all in the early stages of the Spiritual Level. The mainstream players are likely in the mid or late stages of the Spiritual Level."
"At this point, it's not certain if this wave of real-world humans can handle it!"
Su Nan was concerned.
In the end, this matter was still because of him.
His progress was too fast!
"Anyway, if necessary, I can always intervene."
Su Nan shook his head slightly, thinking about his current strength. He wasn't overly worried.
Ultimately, this situation was due to his rapid advancement.
"Besides, I have perfect revival cards. As long as I'm careful and don't take unnecessary risks, I shouldn't die easily."
"And, I still have thirteen more perfect revival cards."
He had obtained fourteen perfect revival cards last time, and he had only used one so far, leaving him with thirteen.
This time, he was certain to be among the top three in the Human Crisis task again. If he could get more perfect revival cards, he would have at least twenty or thirty of them.
Of course, it was also possible that there would be no such rewards this time. If that were the case, the perfect revival cards he had now would be extremely valuable.
"It seems that I should avoid using perfect revival cards unless it's absolutely necessary."
Su Nan sighed in relief, grateful that he hadn't wasted any of his perfect revival cards earlier.
He had a feeling that as the game's public testing continued, there might be more and more restrictions on player revivals, and there might even come a day when players couldn't be resurrected at all.
After all, the world of monsters and demons was not a game. In that world, resurrection was considered taboo, and players couldn't continue to disregard that taboo forever.
If that day truly came, the perfect revival cards might become priceless treasures!
This round of game announcements was unprecedentedly long and didn't end there.
As Su Nan continued to read, the next announcement made his expression even graver.
[Due to the large number of players in this round of testing, the connection between the real world and the game will be strengthened. There will be a certain probability of spontaneous space rifts
appearing in both worlds.]
[By crossing these rifts, whether it's humans or monsters, they will have the chance to enter each other's worlds.]
[Note: On the day of the game's public test, a large number of space rifts will randomly appear, allowing a substantial number of monsters to enter the real world. Please prepare accordingly.]
[The highest-level monsters that can pass through these space rifts are only in the initial stage of the King Level. The higher one's cultivation level, the more dangerous it is to cross through the space rifts.]
"Space rifts?"
"A large number of monsters will enter the real world?"
Su Nan's heart was shaken, and his eyes showed deep concern.
Previously, regardless of how powerful the monster races were, real-world players didn't pay much attention to them. Some even treated the monster world as just a game.
But now, monsters were about to gain entry to the real world. It was no different from suddenly discovering that their hometown was about to be plundered.
Furthermore, once this gateway was opened, there would be continuous troubles to follow.
You see, the real world and the monster world were fundamentally different.
The monster world lacked the presence of the heavens and earth's spiritual essence, whereas the real world had it. Although the spiritual essence couldn't be seen or touched, it was crucial for both the human race and the monster race.
Because of the absence of the spiritual essence, the human race couldn't cultivate ancient techniques, use spells, or employ supernatural abilities, significantly diminishing their strength.
Similarly, the monster race's bloodlines deteriorated due to the lack of spiritual essence.
In the past, the monster race couldn't enter the real world, so there was no reason to worry.
But with the third round of public testing, monsters now had a way to enter the real world.
It could be imagined that in the future, the monster race would do everything possible to pass through these space rifts into the real world.
"I wonder if conventional weapons can handle King Level monsters?"
With current human technology, it might be possible to deal with ordinary and Spiritual Level monsters, but handling Profound Level ones would be almost impossible.
As for dealing with King Level monsters, they might need to resort to nuclear weapons!
King Level monsters could control the power of the heavens and earth, had incredible speed, and possessed unpredictable abilities.
Only large-scale weapons like nuclear bombs had a chance of killing them.
The problem was that if the monsters appeared in uninhabited areas, they could use nuclear weapons. But if they showed up in cities, there would be no conditions for using nuclear bombs.
"Normally, when three Profound Level players appear in the game, the majority of other players should already be in the Spiritual Level, most likely in the late Spiritual Level."
"At that time, even if a large number of monsters enter the real world, humans with their strength and firearms should be able to handle them."
"However, now, although there are over a thousand players in the Spiritual Level, they are all in the early stages of the Spiritual Level. The mainstream players are likely in the mid or late stages of the Spiritual Level."
"At this point, it's not certain if this wave of real-world humans can handle it!"
Su Nan was concerned.
In the end, this matter was still because of him.
His progress was too fast!
"Anyway, if necessary, I can always intervene."
Su Nan shook his head slightly, thinking about his current strength. He wasn't overly worried.
Ultimately, this situation was due to his rapid advancement.
"Besides, I have perfect revival cards. As long as I'm careful and don't take unnecessary risks, I shouldn't die easily."
"And, I still have thirteen more perfect revival cards."
He had obtained fourteen perfect revival cards last time, and he had only used one so far, leaving him with thirteen.
This time, he was certain to be among the top three in the Human Crisis task again. If he could get more perfect revival cards, he would have at least twenty or thirty of them.
Of course, it was also possible that there would be no such rewards this time. If that were the case, the perfect revival cards he had now would be extremely valuable.
"It seems that I should avoid using perfect revival cards unless it's absolutely necessary."
Su Nan sighed in relief, grateful that he hadn't wasted any of his perfect revival cards earlier.
He had a feeling that as the game's public testing continued, there might be more and more restrictions on player revivals, and there might even come a day when players couldn't be resurrected at all.
After all, the world of monsters and demons was not a game. In that world, resurrection was considered taboo, and players couldn't continue to disregard that taboo forever.
If that day truly came, the perfect revival cards might become priceless treasures!
This round of game announcements was unprecedentedly long and didn't end there.
As Su Nan continued to read, the next announcement made his expression even graver.
[Due to the large number of players in this round of testing, the connection between the real world and the game will be strengthened. There will be a certain probability of spontaneous space rifts appearing in both worlds.]
[By crossing these rifts, whether it's humans or monsters, they will have the chance to enter each other's worlds.]
[Note: On the day of the game's public test, a large number of space rifts will randomly appear, allowing a substantial number of monsters to enter the real world. Please prepare accordingly.]
[The highest-level monsters that can pass through these space rifts are only in the initial stage of the King Level. The higher one's cultivation level, the more dangerous it is to cross through the space rifts.]
"Space rifts?"
"A large number of monsters will enter the real world?"
Su Nan's heart was shaken, and his eyes showed deep concern.
Previously, regardless of how powerful the monster races were, real-world players didn't pay much attention to them. Some even treated the monster world as just a game.
But now, monsters were about to gain entry to the real world. It was no different from suddenly discovering that their hometown was about to be plundered.
Furthermore, once this gateway was opened, there would be continuous troubles to follow.
You see, the real world and the monster world were fundamentally different.
The monster world lacked the presence of the heavens and earth's spiritual essence, whereas the real world had it. Although the spiritual essence couldn't be seen or touched, it was crucial for both the human race and the monster race.
Because of the absence of the spiritual essence, the human race couldn't cultivate ancient techniques, use spells, or employ supernatural abilities, significantly diminishing their strength.
Similarly, the monster race's bloodlines deteriorated due to the lack of spiritual essence.
In the past, the monster race couldn't enter the real world, so there was no reason to worry.
But with the third round of public testing, monsters now had a way to enter the real world.
It could be imagined that in the future, the monster race would do everything possible to pass through these space rifts into the real world.
"I wonder if conventional weapons can handle King Level monsters?"
With current human technology, it might be possible to deal with ordinary and Spiritual Level monsters, but handling Profound Level ones would be almost impossible.
As for dealing with King Level demons, it might require resorting to nuclear weapons!
King Level demons can control the power of the heavens and earth, have extremely fast speed, and possess unpredictable abilities.
Only large-scale weapons like nuclear bombs have a chance of killing them.
The problem is, if demons appear in desolate, uninhabited areas, nuclear weapons can be used. But if they show up in cities, there would be no conditions for using nuclear bombs.
"Normally, when three Profound Level players appear in the game, the majority of other players should already be in the Spiritual Level, most likely in the late Spiritual Level."
"At that time, even if a large number of demons enter the real world, humans with their strength and firearms should be able to handle them."
"However, now, although there are over a thousand players in the Spiritual Level, they are all in the early stages of the Spiritual Level. The mainstream players are likely in the mid or late stages of the Spiritual Level."
"At this point, it's not certain if this wave of real-world humans can handle it!"
Su Nan was concerned.
In the end, this matter was still because of him.
His progress was too fast!
"Anyway, if necessary, I can always intervene."
Su Nan shook his head slightly, thinking about his current strength. He wasn't overly worried.
Ultimately, this situation was due to his rapid advancement.
"Besides, I have perfect revival cards. As long as I'm careful and don't take unnecessary risks, I shouldn't die easily."
"And, I still have thirteen more perfect revival cards."
He had obtained fourteen perfect revival cards last time, and he had only used one so far, leaving him with thirteen.
This time, he is certain to be among the top three in the Human Crisis task again. If he could get more perfect revival cards, he would have at least twenty or thirty of them.
Of course, it is also possible that there will be no such rewards this time. If that were the case, the perfect revival cards he has now would be extremely valuable.
"It seems that I should avoid using perfect revival cards unless it's absolutely necessary."
Su Nan sighed in relief, grateful that he hadn't wasted any of his perfect revival cards earlier.
He had a feeling that as the game's public testing continued, there might be more and more restrictions on player revivals, and there might even come a day when players couldn't be resurrected at all.
After all, the world of demons and monsters is not a game. In that world, resurrection is considered taboo, and players can't continue to disregard that taboo forever.
If that day truly comes, the perfect revival cards might become priceless treasures!
This round of game announcements was unprecedentedly long and didn't end there.
As Su Nan continued to read, the next announcement made his expression even graver.
Space channels can only be traversed by King Level initiates at most. Given his current strength, it would be somewhat difficult to kill a King Level initiate. If one appeared, he could barely handle it, but if two appeared, he wouldn't be able to.
However, the Human Crisis task was about to end, and he had secured the top three positions with his three characters, earning him a reward.
At the same time, he still had a large amount of contribution points unused.
As long as he managed this final side mission well, he could afford the Ancient Techniques of Divine Abilities, and his strength would undoubtedly grow once again.
"What a pity that foresight can only be used in the game."
Meanwhile, excited players who had been looking forward to the third round of public testing were shocked when they saw the subsequent announcements.
"Resurrection will only be available with ten percent of its power in the future? Are they trying to ruin our gaming experience?"
"Demons from the demon world can actually enter our world? Is the game merging with reality?"
"Oh my God! Will our world turn into a place where humanity can only survive under the oppression of demons, just like in the demon world?"
Whether they were players or ordinary people, upon hearing the game announcements, they were all horrified.
Players were better off because most of them had already achieved both bloodline mastery levels, giving them some self-defense abilities.
But many ordinary people were filled with fear, worried that demons might appear in their homes after the public testing, and some even thought about buying knives and clubs for self-defense.
In comparison to ordinary people, various countries were in a state of turmoil.
Large numbers of military forces were urgently mobilized. No one knew how many space channels would appear or where they would manifest, so they had to disperse their troops to various locations just in case.
For a moment, the real world was in upheaval, resembling an impending doomsday.
Fate's Will.
As people looked at the game announcements, smiles appeared on their faces.
"It seems that those old guys guessed right; the condition for this round of public testing is the appearance of three Profound Level players."
"Indeed, with the strengthening of the connection between the two worlds during this public testing, space channels will appear again."
"This time, we can also use the space channels to enter that world, where our abilities can be fully realized."
Compared to others, the members of Fate's Will were not surprised by the appearance of the space channels.
With the strengthening of the connection between the two worlds, the appearance of space channels was an inevitable event!
Ignoring the game announcements, Su Nan looked at today's missions, his brows furrowing slightly.
With Wang Nan's breakthrough to the Profound Level, the mission difficulty had changed.
[Daily Mission 1: Hunt and kill a Profound Level demon.]
Mission Difficulty: Two stars.
[Daily Mission 2: Hunt and kill a Spiritual Level demon.]
Mission Difficulty: One star.
[Daily Mission 3: Complete Han Fu's request.]
Mission Difficulty: Three stars.
The mission to hunt demons was expected by Su Nan, as he was already familiar with it.
What surprised him was the "Complete Han Fu's request" mission.
This was clearly triggered by his encounter with the Tai Xu Sect yesterday.
What puzzled him was that it was a three-star mission.
Currently, he was at the Profound Level, and three-star missions corresponded to the King Level.
To think that delivering an item had the same difficulty as killing a King Level demon? There was obviously something wrong with this.
Such a thing could only mean one possibility.
"Could it be that Li Qing'er is in danger?" Su Nan thought of a possibility.
And not just any danger!
He then looked at Zhang Yang's missions.
Zhang Yang's missions were the same as yesterday, requiring him to hunt demons at the King, Profound, and Spiritual levels.
Similarly, Lang Shisan's missions were the same as yesterday, all involving hunting players.
"Let's go and see what's happening with Li Qing'er first."
After reviewing the missions of his three characters, Su Nan decisively decided to solve Li Qing'er's mission first.
There were plenty of demons to hunt tonight, so there was no rush.
If Li Qing'er had died, his mission would be over.
When he logged out of the game yesterday, he placed his avatar in a guesthouse in Jinshu Town. His soul descended while his avatar remained seated on the bed in the guesthouse, and nothing unusual had occurred.
Outside the Tai Xu Sect's headquarters.
Su Nan asked the two Tai Xu Sect disciples who had obstructed him once again, "Have you seen Li Qing'er return?"
"No," one of them shook his head.
The other one furrowed his brows and said, "It's strange. It's been so long, and Senior Sister Li should have returned by now. Why hasn't she come back yet?"
Hearing this, the first disciple also found it strange and said, "Right, Senior Sister Li's mission shouldn't have been difficult. Why hasn't she returned? Could something have happened?"
The two exchanged glances and both had unfavorable thoughts.
Seeing this, Su Nan sighed.
As expected, something had gone wrong.
"It looks like I'll have to go rescue her again."
Su Nan was helpless but couldn't afford to be careless.
A three-star mission could potentially encounter a King Level early-stage demon if he was lucky. If he was unlucky, he might encounter a King Level late-stage demon or even a peak King Level demon, making it impossible to complete the mission.
"Where did Li Qing'er go to complete her mission?"
...
More than ten minutes later, Su Nan arrived at a small lake about ten miles outside of Jinshu Town.
This lake was called Lao Ma Lake.
According to the two disciples, two days ago, a Tai Xu Sect disciple had gone missing here. Yesterday, Li Qing'er and three other disciples came to investigate.
One day had passed, and not only had they failed to find the missing disciple, but Li Qing'er herself had not returned.
Su Nan stood several hundred meters away from the lake, gazing at the strange scene in front of him.
"What kind of danger could there be in a place like this?"
This area was still within the boundaries of Jinshu Town, shrouded in the protective power of the heavenly dome. In theory, there should be no King Level demons here.
"There's nothing else here, so if there's any danger, it should be in this lake."
His gaze fell on the ability to foresee the future, and Su Nan prepared to activate it.
He didn't use ordinary foresight but went directly for death foresight.
He had a premonition that this time might not go smoothly.
The foresight began and ended quickly.
However, when Su Nan looked at the not-so-large lake in front of him again, his eyes were filled with astonishment.
(End of this chapter)