As Fray stood in the imposing shadow of the colossal skull, he elevated a golden necklace embellished with a singular, all-seeing eye, directing it towards the massive visage. In that critical moment, a mystical window materialized before the trio, shimmering with arcane energy, its ethereal glow revealing the initiation of profound analysis.

[Analysis started...]

[Analysis complete: Remains of a human body.

Effects: Emitting dark energy affects the surrounding environment.

Time of death of the subject: 25,000 years ago.

Cause of death: Unknown.]

"Human!? Is this junk broken?" Adam grumbled, his expression contorted in frustration as he scrutinized the golden necklace.

"It appears human, but the size..." Elisa observed, her thoughtful gaze tracing the enormous structure of the skull.

"This is..." Fray, with focused eyes, fixated on the skull, pondered, (It's the size of Narod! This never appeared in the novel.) Muttering to himself, he questioned aloud, "Is Narod a human?"

A barrage of questions flooded Fray's mind. He shifted his attention to the stone structure resembling a door, revealing several ruined and collapsed structures around it. As he moved to step closer to the door, a sudden, massive pressure arrested his advance, prompting the emergence of another window before the group.

[The condition to enter the old ruin: level 100.]

"As expected, entering won't be easy," Fray mused, peering at the window.

He turned toward Adam, realizing the limitations of their current situation. "Adam, leave a portal here, and let's regroup with the others," Fray decided, acknowledging the difficulty in progressing further within the ominous realm of the colossal skull and the mysterious stone door.

. . .

[ The rankings of the seven paths :

1/ The Merciless Clan ( 30034 exp points)

2/ The Order ( 4214 exp points)

3/ The sword troops( 4 172 exp points)

4/ The Under World ( 3926 exp points)

5/ The Holly Clan

. . .]

Perched on a series of floating islands suspended high in the sky, the Sword Troops held a summit under the vast expanse of clouds.

A group of elite warriors, adorned in gleaming armour, exchanged glances of disbelief and frustration.

The leader, a seasoned swordmaster, spoke with a tone of concern, "This is unacceptable we didn't just fail in getting the first rank the difference is humiliating. We cannot ignore this. We must investigate the origin of this Merciless rank and understand what this hidden S rank means."

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In the shadowed recesses of a cave maze, where dimly lit caverns extended into the abyss, a council of dark figures convened.

The warriors, draped in cloaks of darkness, scowled at the digital window's revelation. One of the leaders, a shrouded figure with glowing eyes, hissed, "This S rank and the Merciless Clan disrupt the order of our plans. We must uncover the truth behind their sudden ascent."

In each realm and challenge across the old continent, diverse groups of warriors were captivated by the enigma surrounding the Merciless Clan and their extraordinary accomplishments.

While the initial announcement during the first challenge had sparked curiosity, it was only now that the true significance of that revelation sank in.

Impressions varied among the warriors – some stood in awe, others in shock, and a few in frustration. Regardless of their initial reactions, a shared sentiment echoed through every group: an intense intrigue fueled by the unfolding mystery that was the Merciless Clan.

. . .

The portal hinging in the sky hummed with energy as Fray, and the rest of the group emerged from the other side, leaving behind the mystical and challenging realm of the old continent.

The trio rejoined the rest of the group, the swirling portal closing behind them. Despite having almost a day left before the old continent would seal itself, the recent challenge proved more demanding than anticipated. Fray, still nursing his injuries, decided to depart earlier.

Back at the Dalma mansion, the group gathered around a sturdy wooden table, the air thick with a sense of accomplishment and relief.

They reverted to their normal attire, the weight of their weapons and armour exchanged for the comfort of everyday clothes. Around the table, they began checking the rewards they had earned.

The group gathered around the table covered with the spoils of their recent conquest. In front of Fray was a skill book named Fire Spear.

Elisa, scrutinizing the sword she obtained, discovered an intriguing feature—it could regenerate itself after sustaining damage.

Adam unveiled several Gems similar to the ones Fray had acquired during the first challenge. Meanwhile, Casper, wearing a visibly frustrated expression, grumbled "Once again I didn't receive anything useful," he said holding a skill book in his hands.

Rin, on the other hand, clutched a peculiar vial with a white solution that promised to add random stat points when consumed.

Sina's eyes sparkled with interest as she examined her skill book titled "Piercing View."

While the rewards from the Silver boxes proved to be beneficial, their nature remained unpredictable. It wasn't uncommon for the obtained items to not perfectly align with the recipients' styles and powers.

Nonetheless, the group acknowledged the potential value these items held, whether through selling them or repurposing them for other valuable endeavours.

With the silver boxes now explored, Fray summoned the golden box, the room filling with an air of heightened expectation.

The group sat in silence, their anticipation palpable as Fray summoned the golden box. From it materialized a sizable blue ball, roughly a meter in diameter. As the ball descended, Fray swiftly caught it with one hand.

Excitement and curiosity filled the air as the group gathered around the peculiar blue sphere. As Fray examined the description, a window was revealed.

[Everlast Core: It can provide 50,000 barrels of water per day. The holder of the core can control the water produced. There are no limitations on using it].

Adam raised an eyebrow, expressing his excitement. "50,000 barrels of water, and you can control them. Even the strongest water mages can't produce that quantity in a day."

Elisa nodded in agreement, "This might be the strongest weapon we have."

Fray, with an interested look in his eyes, added, "Yes, this is very valuable, but we won't use it as a weapon. I have a much better use for it."

. . .

The morning sun cast a warm glow through the ornate windows of Elisa's office as she received one of the elite servants. The grandeur of the room reflected the Dalma family's status and power. The servant, distinguished by an air of authority, sat on the other side of Elisa's desk.

Having grown closer to Casper, Elisa became cognizant of the presence of the Elite servants. She discerned that the individual seated before her wasn't a mere servant but likely someone as formidable as herself, if not stronger.

Upon the desk rested the immense blue ball, a silent testament to the group's accomplishments. The servant's eyes gleamed with interest as he began, "This is impressive, Lady Elisa. Many knights sent by the family perished in the Old Continent. Your team's survival is remarkable, and obtaining a silver box with valuable items only befits the reputation of the first lady."

Elisa, with a calm demeanour, politely responded, "I appreciate your kind words. Have you noted the abilities of the item?"

The servant nodded, a smile playing on his lips. "Yes, it was from a silver box, and it can produce 20,000 barrels of water a day. However, not everyone can use it; only those with unique energy can harness its power. I've made a record of it. Thank you for your cooperation."

Only those who owned the item could perceive its description. Fray strategically utilized this condition, instructing Elisa to report the Everlast Core while adding a condition for its use to diminish its apparent value. Though Elisa found herself perplexed by Fray's directive, she dutifully carried out his orders.

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