Waking to consciousness, Taylor found himself enveloped once again by the pristine white expanse of the room.
Before him, the familiar blue screen flickered to life, displaying the results of his latest endeavor.
"[Moon dance: Biome C]
[Rank: 1/100]
[Overall ranking: 90/500]"
Despite the bitter taste of defeat lingering in his mouth, Taylor couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction wash over him.
He may not have triumphed over the elusive boss that lurked amidst the onslaught of monsters, but his performance had secured him a coveted spot at the top of the leaderboard.
Glancing at the timer, he noted with a sense of relief that only thirty minutes remained until the end of the event.
With the competition drawing to a close, the likelihood of anyone surpassing his current rank was slim to none.
