Long periods of spiritual training had finally brought the harvest season, and more and more Contractors were breaking through the invisible barriers, entering the stage where spiritual power overflowed. The number of quasi-second-level Contractors had increased dramatically, with nearly a hundred just in Sunrise Gate alone.
Now, it seemed that the emergence of the Outer Realm Fiend was actually a blessing in disguise, despite causing certain casualties and the premature fall of a few seeded players.
"From what we've learned now, most of the promotion missions for the second level are tests of temperament and mental aptitude, set in worlds that are mostly absurd and bizarre. Mere brute force won't do; one must observe with kindness and keep a cool head at all times!"
