God comes

The white crystal, stained with the blood of the Dark Swordsman, emitted a more intense hum, then burst into a vivid dark red brilliance, causing the rotation speed of the gigantic magic array inscribed on the ground to gradually slow down.

Very well!

It seems that the hint given by the Sword God is effective!

Jiang Han secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Even though these children are NPCs, perhaps composed only of data, if they can be saved along the way, it's naturally even better.

"Wretched! Wretched!"

The old man, as the bishop, had eyes on the verge of splitting, his lean body trembling with anger, and he seemed almost mad: "Today, I will make you die without a burial place!"

"Hiss..."

Under the old man's spell, a gap was torn open at the edge of the magic array.

"Boom!"

In an instant, surging killing intent, accompanied by a heavy pressure, locked onto Jiang Han. The old man rushed out rapidly, his palm emanating milky-white energy, roaring: "Die for me!"

"Rest."

All that needed to be done had been done. Jiang Han did not hesitate and chose to end the last rest opportunity in the world martial arts competition at the critical moment.

"Swoosh!"

The next moment, his figure disappeared in the hidden passage of the Bright Temple, leaving no trace. The old man's approaching attack missed, standing in the position where Jiang Han had left, his expression blank for a moment, then contorted: "Little beast, no matter where you flee, the Bright Temple and you will have an endless feud!"

"Hum!"

However, just when he thought the entire ritual to summon the gods had been disrupted, and all efforts had been in vain, the gigantic magic array on the ground began to rotate once again.

"There's still hope?!"

The old man was ecstatic, gazing at the white crystal tainted by the Dark Swordsman. He found that the dark purple-black blood on the crystal gradually overflowed and dripped. It seemed that the crystal instinctively rejected the blood of evil...

...

"Swoosh!"

The scene changed, and Jiang Han returned to the special space of the world martial arts competition. Looking around, the battles on the platform were fierce, with crowds below, and the noise was incessant.

"Ding!~"

System prompt: Please note that you no longer have additional rest opportunities!

"Success."

He breathed out a sigh of relief gently, feeling unburdened.

According to his plan, all that was left was to use the teleportation function of the Bond Bracelet immediately upon returning to the original location after the world martial arts competition ended, and he would safely arrive by Fayge's side.

Then, taking advantage of the fact that it was not yet his turn to compete, he opened the panel and checked the details of the bracelet —

[Bond Bracelet] (S-grade)

Introduction: This is a special pair of bracelets, rumored to have been meticulously crafted by the God of Time before obtaining divinity, specifically to protect their beloved.

Effect 1: Out of combat, can instantly teleport to a safe location near the other party.

Effect 2: Regardless of any conditions, can switch positions with the other party.

Effect 3: Can communicate remotely with the other party through telepathy, lasting one minute.

Usage Times: 1/5

...

Unfortunately, only one usage opportunity remained.

"Swoosh!"

The space changed once again, and Jiang Han appeared on the platform.

"It's you!"

This time's opponent was a thief. Seeing Jiang Han's face, the expression turned dark: "Damn, a tough opponent!"

At the same time, Jiang Han also felt very familiar with the thief. After using the Insightful Eye to check the game ID, he suddenly realized: "So it's you, the good brother who gave me the first kill!"

[Qingyun] (Swift Wind Thief)

Level: 48

Health: 83700

Attack: 2415-2874

Defense: 805-940

Skills: [Swift Stealth], [Chisel Strike], [Blinding], [Swift Shadow], [Thunder Flash], [Whirlwind Clouds]

...

Qingyun!

If he hadn't led the Buffalo King to the stream back then, Jiang Han would probably not have obtained the Bronze-level first kill for the entire server. Once he didn't establish an early advantage, he might not have achieved such success now.

"Who's your good brother? Don't casually claim brotherhood!" Qingyun was almost furious, "We're not acquainted!"

There's a saying: Don't hit a person's face, don't expose their weaknesses.

Giving me the first kill?

Look at the way you're saying it... Did you really think I wanted that?

After all, it was during the competition, and there was no time to chat. Qingyun decisively entered Stealth mode, quickly changed his position, attempting to avoid Jiang Han's gaze.

Indeed, he knew that breaking through Jiang Han's defense with his attributes was an unrealistic fantasy. But if he could land a full combo through skillful operation, it would at least prove his own skill level.

Yes, today, at this moment, I, Qingyun, will wash away the shame of being exposed in Stealth by you in the novice village.

Ten seconds... Twenty seconds...

While patiently waiting for the opponent to slack off mentally.

This is the thief's advantage!

Maintaining composure in Stealth, waiting for the right moment to strike. Generally, players cannot find their traces. As time goes on, impatience will set in, and once impatient, vulnerabilities will be exposed.

Hiding in the corner of the platform, what is he up to?

Until thirty seconds passed, Jiang Han, with a puzzled expression, turned to look at the Stealth Qingyun: "Why haven't you attacked yet?"

"..."

Qingyun's tranquil state was broken, a look of shock on his face: "How did you discover me?"

He hadn't made a move at all, and he was using the Swift Stealth, a superior version of the typical Stealth that conceals his class identity even better. How could he be seen by the opponent?

Grinning, Jiang Han quickly approached, wielding the Bloodthirsty Sword, and took him away.

-94687!

A clean and swift kill.

In fact, Qingyun had no major issues with his technique. However, this was a holographic simulation, and he could accurately feel the gaze focused on him. He quickly discovered the specific location of that gaze.

To sneak attack him, the opponent would have to learn to hide the killing intent in their eyes first.

"I..."

Returning to the area below the platform, Qingyun wore a troubled expression, unable to speak for a long time. His expression was as awkward as if he had been covered in soy sauce, looking unsightly.

I didn't even make a move, and you could discover me?

This is too messing with people's minds!

If it weren't for relying on strength to obtain a hidden profession and, as a solo player, being invited to join guilds repeatedly because of his outstanding skills, at this moment, he would doubt his own skill level.

...

After that, the world martial arts competition proceeded in an orderly manner.

Jiang Han still followed his routine, except for occasionally encountering an "old friend," it took a bit of time. Most of the time, he basically went one sword at a time,

 without any dragging or muddling.

Until three o'clock in the afternoon...

"Ding!~"

System prompt: Congratulations, you have advanced to the third round of the World Martial Arts Competition!

When the system bell rang in his ears, Jiang Han's heart tightened. He decisively remained vigilant, always ready to use the teleportation function of the Bond Bracelet to leave the hidden passage of the Bright Temple at the moment of return.

"Swoosh!"

Suddenly, the scene changed.

"Ding!~"

System prompt: You have entered the dangerous map [Bright Temple Hidden Passage]!

The field of view changed, and what appeared before Jiang Han's eyes was a pile of children's bones. The bones were withered, seemingly drained of blood, leaving no trace of the once-existing bloody scent.

Before Jiang Han used the Bond Bracelet to teleport away, he saw a handsome golden-haired man standing above the bones. The man had an exquisite face, wore no clothes, his figure almost perfect. Lustrous, star-like golden light flickered in his eyes, and behind him, three pairs of pure white wings unfolded.

Next to the bones, the bishop and a group of temple guards were prostrating on the ground. Their eyes were fanatical, staring at the man with unparalleled reverence.

"!!"

The sudden appearance of Jiang Han attracted everyone's attention. They all looked at the uninvited guest, including the golden-haired man with wings.

Insightful Eye!

In the instant before being teleported away by the Bond Bracelet, Jiang Han threw out a reconnaissance ability towards the man:

[Light of the Divine - Uriel] (Spirit-grade)

Level: 80

Health: 20,000,000

Attack: 18,000-20,000

Defense: 8,000-8,500

Skills: [Sword of the Angel], [Flame Judgment], [Divine Punishment], [Cleansing Sins], [Forbidden - Soul Lash], [Forbidden - Domain of Justice]

Introduction: A sacred and radiant archangel summoned by the Bright Temple. Due to the weak light elements within the children's bodies, he cannot possess absolute power at the beginning of his descent. Nevertheless, even so, he can recover to his full strength within a short period.