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Chapter 365: Twenty fifth minute · Oct 09, 2026

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351 Chapter 351: The Richest 2026-10-09
352 Chapter 352: Show-off 2026-10-09
353 Chapter 353: Come forth 2026-10-09
354 Chapter 354: Losses 2026-10-09
355 Chapter 355 355: GIRLFRIEND 2026-10-09
356 Chapter 356 356: GIRLFRIEND-2 2026-10-09
357 Chapter 357 357: Stand 2026-10-09
358 Chapter 358: Lieutenant Darren 2026-10-09
359 Chapter 359: Colonel Vazeryth 2026-10-09
360 Chapter 360: Cafeteria 2026-10-09
361 Chapter 361: Any Questions? 2026-10-09
362 Chapter 362: Rampage 2026-10-09
363 Chapter 363: Constantly [Ko-Fi Bonus Chapter] 2026-10-09
364 Chapter 364: Cursed 2026-10-09
365 Chapter 365: Twenty fifth minute 2026-10-09
366 Chapter 366: A first [Ko-Fi Bonus Chapter] 2026-10-09
367 Chapter 367: First trial Ends [Ko-Fi Bonus Chapter] 2026-10-09
368 Chapter 368: Adaptive Combat Slime 2026-10-09
369 Chapter 369: Equal 2026-10-09
370 Chapter 370: Battle Experience [Ko-Fi Bonus Chapter] 2026-10-09
371 Chapter 371: Above All [Ko-Fi Bonus Chapter] 2026-10-09
372 Chapter 372: Delusion 2026-10-09
373 Chapter 373: Official rank 2026-10-09
374 Chapter 374: Training officer 2026-10-09
375 Chapter 375: Strength Training 2026-10-09
376 Chapter 376: Reflex 2026-10-09
377 Chapter 377: Pickaxe 2026-10-09
378 Chapter 378: No code 2026-10-09
379 Chapter 379: Bond [Ko-Fi Bonus Chapter] 2026-10-09
380 Chapter 380: Arrows [Ko-Fi Bonus Chapter] 2026-10-09
381 Chapter 381: Hammer 2026-10-09
382 Chapter 382: Special 2026-10-09
383 Chapter 383 383: Will Training-1 2026-10-09
384 Chapter 384 384: Will Training-2 2026-10-09
385 Chapter 385: Advice 2026-10-09
386 Chapter 386: Battle Royale 2026-10-09
387 Chapter 387 387: Aura Farming 2026-10-09
388 Chapter 388 388: Vector 2026-10-09
389 Chapter 389: Only forward 2026-10-09
390 Chapter 390: Wreckage 2026-10-09
391 Chapter 391: Baptism 2026-10-09
392 Chapter 392: Private Rank 2026-10-09
393 Chapter 393: Grand Marshal Alaric 2026-10-09
394 Chapter 394: Boredom 2026-10-09
395 Chapter 395 395: Lieutenant Anthony 2026-10-09
396 Chapter 396 396: The Soulpen Sovereign 2026-10-09
397 Chapter 397 397: The Soulpen Sovereign-2 2026-10-09
398 Chapter 398: Military Rank 2026-10-09
399 Chapter 399: Different Darren 2026-10-09
400 Chapter 400: Kingsley Sky [Daplug] 2026-10-09

Chapter 365: Twenty fifth minute

Anthony reclined effortlessly in midair, his gaze drifting into the void as his thoughts meandered aimlessly.

ʼShould I just teleport back now that Iʼm done?ʼ

The idea surfaced in his mind, lingering for a moment before doubt crept in.

ʼNo… what if that gets me disqualified?ʼ

With a faint shake of his head, he dismissed the notion, resigning himself to wait.

His gaze flickered to the timer on the restriction bracelets.

ʼSeven minutes left. It should be over soonʼ

With that thought, Anthony closed his eyes, settling into patient anticipation as time trickled by.

Seconds stretched into minutes, the steady ticking marking their passage.

Then, precisely two minutes later, the bracelet emitted another beep, accompanied by a new notification.

Beep.

”Twenty five minutes have passed”

[Ding]

[The Host has been cursed. The Hostʼs senses have been halved. All physical abilities have been halved. Mana core capacity has been halved]

Anthonyʼs eyes widened in shock as the system notification flashed before him.

He had assumed that, following the pattern of the previous curses, the next one would only activate at the thirty minute mark.

But with the test concluding at that exact moment, he had believed there would be no further restrictions.

Yet, here it was, proof that his assumption had been wrong.

ʼI was wrongʼ

The realization settled in as Anthony felt his physical strength diminish once more, another perfect half stripped away.

The force suppressing his mana tightened its grip, sealing away yet another portion of his power.

Even his senses dulled, his perception of the world around him growing fainter.

Yet, despite it all, Anthony remained unfazed.

These restrictions, meant to cripple him, barely registered as a concern.

Anthonyʼs mind remained sharp, analyzing the situation despite the mounting restrictions.

ʼHow are the other recruits supposed to survive under these conditions?ʼ

The question lingered for only a moment before the answer struck him with clarity.

ʼIt seems the level or severity of the curses depends on performance. The better oneʼs results, the harsher the restrictions imposedʼ

With that realization, Anthony solidified his conclusion, this test wasnʼt just about endurance; it was a trial that scaled its difficulty in direct response to strength.

If every recruit had been subjected to the same curse as him, Anthony was certain that over ninety nine percent of them would have been eliminated.

At that rate, the military itself would be left nearly vacant, only those who could be considered the absolute elite, the best of the best in every conceivable aspect, would make it through.

These realizations unfolded in less than a second, his Thought Acceleration skill allowing his mind to process information at an extreme speed, racing through possibilities with unparalleled efficiency.

But then, Anthonyʼs thoughts came to an abrupt halt.

He felt it—space twisting.

Not just space.

Something else.

With the distortion came a presence, vast and oppressive, flooding the cavern like an unstoppable tide.

It was heavier, far more suffocating than any aura he had encountered among the demon horde earlier.

Yet, Anthony didnʼt flinch.

He remained exactly where he was, unmoving, waiting.

ʼAnother challenge at the twenty fifth minute?ʼ

The thought barely settled before he felt the presence drawing closer.

Footsteps echoed through the cavern, yet paradoxically, they were faint, almost as if they existed between sound and silence.

Anthonyʼs gaze sharpened as it landed on the source of the disturbance.

Another demon.

But this one was different.

Its power was leagues above the others.

An S+ rank.

A being teetering at the very peak of the S rank threshold, a step away from something far greater.

Anthony couldnʼt believe his eyes.

The military expected him to battle a peak S-rank demon, while being restricted to D+ rank and further crippled to a mere quarter of his original strength.

If there had been any doubt before, this confirmed it.

ʼThis proves my theory. The better your performance, the harsher the restrictions and cursesʼ

Anthonyʼs thoughts settled as his feet touched the cavern floor, his stance steady and carefree.

Anthony assessed his opponent with a single, careful glance.

Wide, expansive wings were attached to the demonʼs back, their span immense, hinting at its flight capability.

A long, serpentine tail swayed menacingly behind it, and from its forehead, a single, sharp horn protruded, adding to its imposing form.

Bulging muscles rippled beneath its dark skin, radiating raw power.

The demonʼs aura was as menacing as it was oppressive, and a sword rested ominously at its side.

From this brief inspection, Anthony could tell one undeniable truth.

The demon was exceptionally talented.

Just as other races produced individuals of remarkable talent, so too did the demon clans.

The demon before him was undeniably gifted, a specimen of true potential.

However, this demon would never reach its full potential, for it had been captured by the military, its path to ascension cut short.

Despite its S+ rank, Anthony could clearly perceive the demonʼs battle prowess was already approaching the SS+ rank, a testament to its raw strength and skill and talent.

A smile crept across Anthonyʼs face as he considered the challenge ahead.

The thought of facing a demon with SS rank capabilities while in his current, restricted state… it was a tantalizing prospect.

As Anthony studied the demon, the creature did the same in return.

It felt Anthonyʼs presence, a calm yet undeniable aura of strength.

The demonʼs eyes scanned the scattered corpses that littered the cavern floor, evidence of Anthonyʼs recent battle.

The demonʼs instincts honed in on the fact that this human was no mere target.

The sheer number of fallen foes indicated something remarkable.

Anthony had the strength to wipe out an entire horde, while being restricted,a feat not easily accomplished.

The demonʼs voice broke the tense silence, gravelly and harsh, as if two jagged metals were being scraped together.

”I hope you are able to kill me, Human”

Anthonyʼs expression remained unreadable, the hint of surprise flickering for only a moment before he masked it.

”A demon that wants to die... Thatʼs new”

He responded, his tone steady, though his mind was momentarily taken aback by the demonʼs sudden words.

”Death would be a welcome respite compared to the torment I endure now”

Anthony muttered, his voice thick with despair.

The demon responded with chilling calmness, its tone mocking yet deliberate.

”Then why not take the opportunity? The means to end your suffering lie before you now.”

Anthonyʼs gaze never wavered, his words steady despite the gravity of the moment.

”I am bound by certain constraints. My only recourse is to face you in this battle, hoping that, in the end, you will be the one to release me from this agony”

The demonʼs voice shifted slightly, a note of something approaching determination breaking through the cold.

”I must admit, it is curious to hear a demon speak of misery. But alas, if it must be done, I will be the one to see you off. Time is fleeting, we have but four minutes left. Shall we proceed?”

At Anthonyʼs final words, the air grew unnervingly still, as if the very world had held its breath.

And then, without a sound, both blurred into motion.

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