"Sneaky bastard," Alex backed off, anger and fear in his eyes. "Look at what you've done. You have killed your fellow cadets. If the higher-ups hear about this your head will be chopped off in the public square." Alex looked with wide eyes."What kind of deranged person will pull off this massacre?" Alex thought, looking at Freddy."Oh really, you are talking about my head being chopped off in the public square. In this life it's survival of the fittest. You threatened me, so you deserve your fate," Ethan said as he began walking forward."Hahahaha," Alex laughed; his fearful face gone, replaced by calm mockery. "Of course I know it's survival of the fittest. These bunch of twats were too weak to adapt.""You see me and you have the same mind—I would like you and that girl to work for me," Alex said."Fool. You think you are going to see tomorrow?" Ethan said calmly."Hm, so much ego. You put up a great fight—I mean, you made me use my full strength, which no one under the Awakened ha

BangThe toad-like beast stood on its hind legs, its large toad eyes looking at Ethan with menace. Strangely, a bone-like weapon that looked like a hammer appeared in its hand.The aura of the beast had increased — probably at the middle-stage Sacred Beast.The tension in the air grew as the space became a bit heavy. Two gazes stared daggers at each other. If anyone should do stupidity and come in between them, they would instantly turn to mist.Ethan’s hand was on the hilt of his [Death Blade].The beast on the other side had its bone hammer on its back.“What! Does this guy have a death wish? I can feel its aura has increased!” a lady in purple armor cried out.Lynx, Gloria, and Freddy just stood there quietly. They were waiting for the moment.BOOOMLike a bullet let out of its pistol, the beast moved with frightening speed. Ethan just stood there unmoving.BangLike a mountain pressing down on an ant, the toad beast used its bone weapon on Ethan. The other awakened already thought

Looking at the billboard and Ethan's name, everyone was surprised and happy. At least one of their teammates was on the billboard."Ah, I am number 11," Freddy chuckled, looking at the class C aspect user, Ethan."Don't look at me. I defeated that monster toad, maybe that's what boosted my points," Ethan said calmly."Don't worry, everyone is on the rankings, which means we are already considered to have passed this trial. We may very well consider quitting now," Gloria said, happy she was number 15."Very well, how do you think we're gonna quit? I don't see any exit door," Ethan said, looking up and down as if searching for something."Damn you," Gloria cursed as she marched forward. Lynx and Freddy giggled. Ethan understood she was talking about safety, but he had bad news for her—ever since they entered this trial ground, nothing was safe.Ethan could still sense the powerful aura lurking around the ruins, but he couldn't lock onto its position. Anytime he tried reaching it, it esc

In a deserted place, a guy with silver hair was seen placing his right leg on top of a beast. Its head was severed and its guts smeared the surroundings like a painting. Several high-level mutant beasts were seen in the same condition.The silver-haired guy had an oni mask on (a traditional Japanese mask depicting a fierce, demonic-looking creature from folklore, typically featuring horns, large eyes, and a wide mouth with fangs). He was also wearing a silver armour that was designed as if lightning was running through every segment of it.Ethan stared blankly at the distance. It was as if he was lost in the abyss. It had been 6 hours now and the sun was starting to rise. Ethan hadn't slept or relaxed. He just can't; his friends were out there in danger.He can't let what happened in the tier 6 dungeon happen again. He had enough of having his friends killed. His Starless Sword in his hand brimmed with Mana."I promise today is your death day. I don't care at what cost," Ethan said th

Ethan didn't even pay attention to the system's notifications as he ran around the casino in search of his friends.Bang.He smashed a door to a small room that looked to be an office. Opening it, Ethan saw abominations—rotting corpses of both beast and human warriors all cramped up like a market stall.Ethan covered his nose from the stench as he began searching. He used his hands to dig around, searching for who he thought might be there.After a couple of minutes, he found nothing. Sitting on the floor, Ethan covered his face as he began thinking of the worst. What if the beasts had them killed and hid their bodies?Still, Ethan didn't give up hope. He stood up and continued his search. When he reached the clearing with humanoid beast bodies, he heard footsteps.Rushing forward to the entrance, he saw familiar faces."""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""Earlier.When the group was surrounded by many humanoid beasts—about twenty-four—they were put in a tight corner. Not only were they in