System prompt: Congratulations on reaching one million reputation, triggering the event [Shadow Challenge]!
"Di~!"
System prompt: As the first player across the entire server to achieve the one million reputation milestone, you receive a reward: [Heaven's Condemnation Scroll] (SSS-class)!
After the conclusion of the two announcements, two unexpectedly abrupt system chimes echoed once more.
Jiang Han: "…"
My, another event triggered for me!
"It seems that the events in this game are always related to the reputation values of players." Jiang Han touched his chin, filled with anticipation for the rewards given by the system. He promptly checked the package and saw a deep purple scroll with a depiction of thunderclouds.
[Heaven's Condemnation Scroll] (SSS-class)
Introduction: Condemnation from the heavens, unavoidable and inescapable.
Effect: After use, forcibly and permanently takes away everything the opponent possesses, claiming it as one's own. The range includes professions, skills, equipment, items, wealth, and more.
Restriction: Opponent's health must be below 20%.
...
Extraordinary!
Jiang Han couldn't help but admire the game's outrageously unconventional design. The Contract Scroll was already formidable, requiring mutual agreement between parties to take effect. Unexpectedly, there was an even more extraordinary Heaven's Condemnation Scroll, directly ignoring the will of the opponent.
Fortunately, scrolls of this kind seemed to be obtainable only by meeting specific requirements, relying on system rewards, and couldn't be acquired through normal boss kills in the game. Otherwise, who knows what absurd situations might arise.
Afterward, he stowed away the package, calmed his emotions, and focused on the present. It wasn't the time to pay attention to the details of the game event.
Leaving the interior of the prison, Jiang Han scanned his surroundings.
"…"
The Heaven-level bosses that couldn't fly were all silent, hiding in corners, afraid that a careless comment might make them the next target. They didn't want to end up like Xu Leqi, dying in embarrassment and frustration.
"Kid, come and fight me!"
"If you have the guts, come in and challenge me one-on-one!"
"That idiot Xu Leqi really embarrassed the Heaven-level powerhouses!"
...
The flying Heaven-level bosses continued to shout.
"Don't be impatient, don't be impatient!" Jiang Han clasped his fists and said loudly, "I understand the urgency in the hearts of the seniors. In the future, when there is an opportunity, I will definitely make efforts to release all of you!"
Currently, fighting solo was still somewhat challenging for him. It seemed he would need to use tricks like Dark Reincarnation to confront these bosses.
Therefore, even though he was pure-hearted and compassionate, he had to temporarily suppress the difficult-to-erase kindness in his heart.
After solemnly making the promise, Jiang Han ignored their repeated attempts to keep him and, with a hint of tears in his eyes, decisively turned and touched the blue and white brilliance, leaving the first layer of the mysterious prison.
...
"Swoosh!"
The scene changed, and Jiang Han's field of view once again presented a row of neatly arranged prison cells.
Compared to the first layer, the environment on the second layer was slightly better, at least well-lit and not narrow. However, the prisons holding them appeared more sturdy, adorned with various radiant runes.
"Di~!"
System prompt: You have entered the map [Mysterious Prison] (Second Layer)!
"Is someone here?"
"A Earth-level ant dares to come alone?"
"Brother, let me out, I will surely repay you generously!"
...
A few of the detainees on the second layer were Heaven-level, while most had reached the King-level in strength. They scrutinized Jiang Han, exuding a strong sense of oppression.
Jiang Han remained calm, continuously using the Eye of Insight to search for any signs of a fallen Sword God. Still, there was no sign, so he continued to the next layer.
"Swoosh!"
Touching the blue and white brilliance, Jiang Han appeared in a scorching and arid desert. The hot sun beat down overhead, and the surroundings were filled with rugged, yellow-brown stones. Looking around, the air stagnated, and the environment was harsh.
"Di~!"
System prompt: You have entered the map [Mysterious Prison] (Third Layer)!
"Di~!"
System prompt: Please be aware that with your current strength, the third layer is extremely dangerous. Please leave as soon as possible! (Note: If you are killed, the Treasury Key will definitely drop.)
"The changes between the third layer and the previous two layers are unexpectedly significant?" Jiang Han confirmed that there were no dangers nearby, summoned the Dark Thunder Tiger for faster movement, and headed towards the next layer.
After a while, he traversed the wilderness and encountered two individuals. One was a burly man with a tiger's back and a bear's waist, clad in a black robe, wielding a large hammer, currently engaged in a fierce battle with a lean and short opponent. The two were evenly matched.
Eye of Insight!
[Power of the Rock · Xu Lanshan] (King-level BOSS)
[Wind Seeker · Ding Budà] (King-level BOSS)
Due to the significant strength difference, the Eye of Insight could only discern their strength and names; the attribute panel was filled with question marks. Nevertheless, Jiang Han was certain that they were both high-level King-level BOSSes.
Approaching on the Dark Thunder Tiger, Jiang Han clasped his fist and said, "Do the two seniors have any clues about the previous Sword God in this place?"
"Swoosh! Swoosh!"
The two simultaneously looked at Jiang Han, revealing expressions of surprise and doubt.
"An Earth-level's capabilities should be confined to the first or second layers; how can he enter the third layer?" Ding Budà squinted slightly, then had a sudden insight.
"Die!"
Xu Lanshan, with a determined killing intent, didn't say a word. He lifted his large hammer, attempting to strike Jiang Han to death in a single blow.
"Clang~"
Ding Budà reacted quickly. Taking advantage of his speed, he directly blocked Xu Lanshan, using his long sword to defend against the attack. The ground beneath them collapsed rapidly, proving the destructive power of Xu Lanshan's hammer.
"Want to leave? Dream on!" Ding Budà sneered.
How could he not see? Xu Lanshan had already realized that this person wasn't a detainee; killing him would yield the Treasury Key and allow them to leave this eerie place.
"You!"
The attack was intercepted, and Xu Lanshan's face turned ugly.
So close!
He felt that he was just a little bit short. If he could leave this prison, he would be able to soar freely, and the sea would be open for him to swim.
"…"
Jiang Han was speechless. He could only say that these two, as detainees on the third layer, had reasons for it.
"Seniors, let's not fight. Peace brings prosperity, right?" Jiang Han took a few steps closer and tried to persuade them.
"Di~!"
System prompt: You have used the skill [Sleight of Hand] (Second Class), successfully stealing the item [Grilled Lizard] from the package of Wind Seeker
· Ding Budà!
Ding Budà and Xu Lanshan completely ignored Jiang Han, continuing their intense struggle nearby, evenly matched.
The only spot available to leave this place belonged to one person, and neither of them wanted to miss it.
"Clang clang clang..."
Hammer and sword clashed, glimmers of cold light flashing. The two revolved around Jiang Han, interrupting each other's attacks. Even if an occasional strike landed on Jiang Han, its power was greatly reduced, and the damage was not significant.
"Di~!"
System prompt: You have used the skill [Sleight of Hand] (Second Class), successfully stealing the Earth-grade equipment [Guardian Shield] from the package of Power of the Rock · Xu Lanshan!
"This is boring. Let the winner leave, prove your ability to leave!" Ding Budà shouted.
Xu Lanshan agreed, "That suits me!"
With that said, the two temporarily abandoned the idea of killing Jiang Han and continued their intense battle a short distance away. Earth and wind elements permeated the area, and the fierce battle resulted in damage numbers reaching at least eight digits.
Don't go so far, I can't reach it!
Jiang Han hurriedly urged the Dark Thunder Tiger to move closer.
"Die!"
Ding Budà's mind stirred, and a sharp glint flashed in his eyes. Seizing the opportunity, he lifted his sword and thrust it toward Jiang Han.
"Clang~"
This time, Xu Lanshan reacted swiftly, shaking his large hammer and diverting the direction of Ding Budà's sword. As a result, Jiang Han emerged unscathed.
"I knew you would have sinister intentions!" Xu Lanshan sneered.
"Humph!"
Ding Budà snorted lightly, not deigning to reply.
Seeing Xu Lanshan standing in front of him, Jiang Han felt a strong sense of security.
Listen to me, thank you, because of you...
"Di~!"
System prompt: You have used the skill [Sleight of Hand] (Second Class), successfully stealing the item [Grilled Snake Meat] from the package of Power of the Rock · Xu Lanshan!
It seems the food on the third layer is not good, giving such trash to two respected King-level powerhouses!
Jiang Han spoke out against the unfair treatment these two seniors were receiving, defending them fervently.
"Kid, if you want to live a bit longer, get away!" Xu Lanshan scolded.
"But..."
Jiang Han frowned, greatly troubled. "Seniors, please don't fight for my sake. Harmony brings wealth, right?"
Harmony, the source of wealth!
He was genuinely harmonious, and now, his wealth was slowly accumulating.
This was something he had personally verified, not just empty words!