Chapter 688: Chapter 666: An Easy Theft

The booklet doesn’t reveal much useful information.

It only explains the origins of some events.

The Sovereign of Lingxiu Country is getting old and has started considering succession.

Which child should inherit the position of Sovereign is a tricky problem now.

This kind of great position, if passed to the first child, can generally avoid many troubles.

But in Lingxiu Country, starting from the accession of the current Sovereign, the so-called "selection of the virtuous" began.

The reason, after all, is because the position of the Old Monarch was seized.

Among the several eligible sons, the one who is more virtuous will inherit the great position.

But everyone has a mouth, and whichever Prince benefits themselves and looks out for their interests, will naturally seem more suitable to inherit the position of Sovereign in the eyes of the ministers.

From then on, whenever the position of Sovereign of Lingxiu Country is passed on, this great opportunity emerges.

The talented youths from the entire Lingxiu Country, and even from forces of other countries, will try to get involved.

If they can achieve the accomplishment of aiding the dragon, the benefits are indescribable.

Some might even establish a small family.

The purchased booklet, at least, clearly explained this matter.

The bustling scene in Ping City is essentially because a Prince is here recruiting forces.

After joining the Prince’s forces, one’s status will be greatly elevated.

Moreover, during the process of assisting, there are generally constant benefits.

If one completes extremely difficult and dangerous tasks, they can also request benefits from the Prince.

Shen Han hesitated for a moment; perhaps he should give it a try.

Leveraging the Prince’s force, it should be much easier to understand some secrets.

Furthermore, once involved, he could also witness the strength of those strong individuals.

This would provide him with more understanding of this world.

Thinking of this, Shen Han did not hesitate anymore and went to record a name.

Having participated in many competitions, there’s nothing to be nervous about.

He saw that there were still several days to wait for the competition.

During the free time, Shen Han considered it a vacation to relax.

Sitting in a teahouse, listening around.

Occasionally finding some tomes, gaining more understanding of this world.

After a few days, Shen Han had some understanding of this place.

It seems that this place hasn’t communicated with the Southern Heaven Continent for many years.

Previously, there were many people from the Southern Heaven Continent, possibly due to wars or similar reasons, seeking refuge here.

Those who came from the Southern Heaven Continent merged with the locals, forming the current situation.

In this world, there are now many existing forces.

However, the rankings of these forces were not mentioned in the book.

Shen Han only heard a little while idling in the tavern.

The national strength of Lingxiu Country still seems decent; otherwise, not so many people would come here.

Days passed quickly, and the previously registered competition finally began.

He arrived at the predetermined location.

It was set outside the East Straight Gate of Ping City.

This place is a large, barren open space.

During idle times, this kind of open space allows city guards to see who is coming from afar.

It serves to broaden visibility.

When events occur, gathering people here doesn’t seem crowded.

In the center, a stand had been set up for today.

Around the stand, besides those preparing to participate in the competition, there were many others who came to watch the excitement.

Looking up, this place also follows the new cultivation system.

So Shen Han easily discerned the power levels around him.

The strongest only reached the 8th Layer of the Binding Realm...

This could roughly equate to the Sixth Grade in strength...

Seeing this scene, Shen Han frowned slightly.

Not all participants in this selection were young people.

Some older individuals were only of this level.

Silently, Shen Han harbored more doubts about the strength of this world.

As midday approached, the organizers began distributing a box.

The inside of the box was empty.

Once everyone received a box, the rules of the competition were announced from the stand.

On the stage, there were many objects.

Participants could find ways to take these objects.

If they wished to seize, they would go directly to the arena.

In the arena, defeating one person would award them a single object.

Additionally, they could also choose to stealthily steal without making a sound.

Of course, if caught, they would be pulled into the arena for a match.

As long as an object is placed in the box, it’s considered passing.

If you have financial resources or other skills, you could enlist others to steal on your behalf.

However, winning from the arena only grants one object.

The entire event lasts three days; obtaining an object within three days signifies passing.

There are a dozen or so objects on the stage.

Meaning, ultimately only a dozen or so people can pass.

Before long, a sturdy man walked directly to the stage.

In front of everyone, he went to grab an object from above.

He immediately became the first person dragged into the arena.

Standing among the crowd, Shen Han observed, and moments later, a delicate-faced person approached Shen Han.

"Excuse me, are you here today to serve under the Eldest Prince?"

Hearing this, Shen Han slightly turned to look at her.

Although dressed as a man, it was obvious at a glance that she was disguised as a woman.

"Is there a problem?"

"Not a problem, just a bit curious.

Out of everyone present, only your strength is the weakest.

If you get on the stage, aren’t you afraid of losing your life?"

Hearing this, Shen Han looked at her but didn’t answer.

"It seems you don’t trust me, but I mean no harm, just asking."

Hearing her explanation, Shen Han still slightly frowned.

Speaking softly, he asked, "May I have your name, and what do you want?"

"My surname is Bai, as for what, you’re overthinking it.

It’s really just curiosity.

You are too cautious, too worried."

Upon hearing this, Shen Han couldn’t help but chuckle.

"Disguised as a man.

Even concealing your own identity, my being cautious should be considered normal, right."

Shen Han said softly.

Upon these words, the person claiming to be surnamed Bai had a change in expression.

After a long silence, she slowly spoke.

"This disguise, is it that obvious to see through?"

"Just seeing your back, anyone can tell you’re a woman."

Shen Han said honestly.

Hearing this, the Bai woman was momentarily stunned.

"Is it so..."

"Yes, apart from wearing men’s clothing, almost everything else is like a woman."

After being called out by Shen Han, the woman in front frowned deeply, her face turned a bit unsightly, and she left alone.

Shen Han didn’t pay attention to this small incident.

He looked towards the stage.

The people heading to the stage were facing a person at the 1st Layer of the Grotto Heaven Realm.

However, this person was restraining himself during the performance.

The strength of around the fifth layer of the Binding Realm, he would let the opponent pass the stage trial.

Quite a few people climbed the stage during the day, some won, but more lost.

As the sky darkened and night fully set in,

those planning to steal started to act.

However, those who cultivated the new methods, their strength realms would be revealed.

With a little attention to their aura, they could basically be identified.

Once caught, they were thrown onto the stage.

The opponents of these captured individuals would not hold back.

They were generally subjected to a severe beating.

This outcome indeed deterred many people.

Many thought about the route of theft and retracted their hands.

A night passed, and none succeeded in stealing.

Many people chose to give up on this path of stealing objects.

The second day, there were even fewer people climbing the stage for trials.

Everyone could feel that the opponents’ indulgence seemed more serious.

Yesterday, those at the fourth layer of the Binding Realm would be eliminated, but today they could pass.

However, theft was still strictly punished.

Many were waiting for the third day, hoping the requirements would be lowered again.

At night, Shen Han took the opportunity while some were engaged in trials, mingling forward.

Having cultivated the Old Method, his strength wouldn’t be revealed.

His aura concealed, he wasn’t noticed by them.

And now, his body strength had reached the Immortal Realm.

Without using the Body Technique move, his speed already surpassed these Seventh Grade, Sixth Grade individuals by far.

He easily took an object and returned to the crowd.

Throughout the whole process, not to mention being caught, they didn’t even react.

Until daytime, when tallying objects, they discovered one missing.

This indicated someone had successfully stolen one.

On the stage, they began loudly asking who had done it, wanting disclosure.

Shen Han slightly frowned, feeling it odd.

Stealthy theft, since they attract people who can do things in secret, why expose oneself publicly?

Onstage, the questioning continued.

If there was no response, the result would be voided.

In hesitation, Shen Han stepped forward.

Handing over a box containing the object.

No one in this realm knew him, so he had no worries.

He just found it peculiar.

Seeing Shen Han, the crowd couldn’t discern any hint of strength, expressions turned to surprise.

In a moment, everyone realized.

So, it was relying on one’s own feeble strength.

So weak that others didn’t notice, thus succeeded in stealing.

The people on stage recorded Shen Han’s name and handed him a token.

It meant Shen Han passed this trial test.

Today was originally the last day, at 5:00 PM, the whole trial would completely end.

The one who obtained the object and exchanged it for a token showed themselves in front of everyone afterward.

Under the stage, there were numerous onlookers.

Shen Han increasingly sensed something wasn’t right, such openness in display, was it not just revealing the cards to others?

In Ping City’s largest restaurant, a grand banquet was held today.

The ones invited were naturally those like Shen Han who passed the trials.

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