Alone and Infinite.

Chapter 424 Inheritance! The Garbage Collector's Decision

Arjun stared at the large photograph of Li Xia, now projected back onto the wall, and fell into a long silence.

He had certainly heard of Xia's reputation. In the first battle of the second-tier arena, he killed Baal, the core seed of Hell Echo, in less than a minute through a death match.

By successfully nailing Baal and Hell's Echoes to the pillar of shame, he also spread his own fame far and wide.

However, due to the temple's protection mechanisms, the photos could not be widely disseminated, resulting in many apostles being known by name but never seen in person.

Tell me more about it.

Arjun had heard of Li Xia, but didn't know him, and that wasn't something he needed to worry about.

However, as the head of the third-order countermeasures department, this falls within his responsibilities.

Sure enough, the department head didn't need to think at all; he just blurted out:

"Xia, nicknamed Summer of the Crimson Lotus, is extremely skilled in close combat. The former second-tier arena champion, Bali, was beaten to death by him."

Therefore, like the fiery red lotus, the closer you are to death, the faster you will die.

His origins and past are extremely mysterious. He is suspected to be a top apostle with four attributes and a lone wolf-type skill-based powerhouse.

Several other guilds seem to have developed a considerable interest in real-world techniques because of this incident.

Of course, we also experimented with it, and even took the video of Xia being in first place in the arena to ask people in real life.

The result was that Xia's method of use did indeed have many similarities to Eastern martial arts techniques, but none of them believed it to be true.

Because aside from the fact that their strength and speed far surpassed those of ordinary people, those people bluntly stated that to reach this level, it would take at least several decades of dedicated practice.

Only then can one integrate the techniques of various schools and styles, master them to such an extent, and become a peerless master who is not bound by any particular moves.

So this 'movie' is interesting, but unrealistic."

(This does not constitute a disclosure of the temple's existence.)

Arjun didn't speak, because he knew the department head's habits; it was far from over.

Sure enough, the department head picked up a glass, took a sip of ice water, and then continued:

"According to our calculations, simple Eastern martial arts techniques cannot produce such an effect; it must be a fusion of skills."

To achieve this effect, at least four techniques need to be combined, which is 2 to the power of four, or 16 times the cost of the combination.

This clearly exceeds the earning potential of first- and second-tier apostles, and upgrading to LV3 requires at least 5-10 Time-Space Copper Coins.

This is not normal! "

Arjun became clearly interested and pressed for more information:
"Hasn't it been found out why he has so many resources at the beginner level?"

Most first-tier apostles are ignorant and naive; they are capable of selling good things cheaply and buying junk things expensively.

Even if a first-tier apostle is given a large amount of resources, if no one plans it, half or two-thirds of it may be wasted, or even only a small amount may be used in the right place.

If a first-order unit has sufficient resources, what is the best development path?
That's right, skills, and specifically, techniques-based skills!
"Of course I've tried it; it requires super privileges of level nine or higher."

The department head shrugged:
"How could such a high level of authority be used for such a trivial matter?"

Arjun remained silent. For him, a mere third-tier branch president, that kind of access was beyond his reach; he couldn't even hope to get a glimpse of it, let alone apply for it.

What lies above the ninth rank?
That is the world of elite apostles, agents, and agents!
"And since it requires level nine or higher permissions, and also involves excessive resources, hasn't the answer already been given to us?"

The department head first waved for everyone else to leave, but even so, he lowered his voice and whispered something.

"You should know what I'm talking about."

Arjun's voice unconsciously lowered, his face showing surprise:

"You mean inheritance?"

"Yes! Only an inheritance would be set up with such a high level of access control by the Hall of Light, and only an inheritance would allow the Hall to grant low-ranking apostles such generous rewards."

“!” Arjun cursed under his breath in his native dialect, a fierce jealousy flashing in his eyes.

Heritage is something ineffable that is scattered throughout the void.

Finding just one item will result in the temple bestowing upon you a large reward, even an unbelievable one.

This is also the time when the Hall of Light disregards rules and rank, and will shower anyone who finds them with money!

"Damn, it must be a stroke of luck! How could he run into such a load of bull!"

Arjun and the department head sighed for a moment; there were indeed such lucky people in the hall.

They even knew of a top expert who relied on this reward to get through the initial stages.

Many lucky ones, however, were too flamboyant and met a gruesome end.

"His weapon is suspected to be one of the rewards, a growth-type spear that can ignite flames or transform into lightning."

The weapon has extremely high attack power.

In short—if anyone could have killed Kate, Nancy is the prime suspect.

Kate's Force system is incredibly versatile, offering significant advantages in both counter-attacks and close-quarters combat.

Only Xia's incredibly strong close-range combat skills, unbelievably powerful among those of the same level, could completely suppress Kate.

After the department head finished sighing, he still finished explaining what else he knew.

"We currently have two solutions!"

He held up two fingers:

"1. We back down, offer a gift, and have the hall notarize and sign an agreement that we will absolutely not retaliate. This matter may just be over."

"2"

The department head's face turned serious, and he slowly said:

"Use all available resources to hunt him down and eliminate him completely to prevent future troubles!"
However, this needs to be submitted to the intermediate level for review.

"Our SSS-level guild skill can strip away and extract the permissions or talents of other apostles."

Arjun's eyes turned unusually dangerous as he spoke slowly.

The department head, seeing his gaze, already knew his intentions:

"Yes, but this skill can only be used once per major rank. Are you sure you want to use it?"

"Aren't you interested in his authority and talent?"

Arjun raised his chin dismissively and pointed at Li Xia on the screen.

It's highly likely to be a top-tier talent for luck; who wouldn't be interested?

"And what about the special privileges that the Hall of Fame might reward you with? Don't you want those?"

The department head became increasingly excited. How could they not know how hated the Time Scavengers' way of doing things was and how many times they would be punished by the Hall of Fame?
The reason they can act so recklessly is not only because their guild leader 'Silent Extinction' is acting on their behalf, but also because of this special SSS-level guild skill.

Each tier grants one stripping privilege or talent, which is converted into a one-time consumable item.

Alternatively, each major tier can strip away a talent or privilege once and permanently occupy it.

So regardless of whether he is the murderer or not.

Arjun's gaze was unusually deep:
"It has to be him!"

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1. Monthly pass 2. Recommendation vote

(End of this chapter)