The second floor's test, the Trial of Humility, ended without problems.
Furthermore, thanks to the epiphany they gained from hearing the words of the trial, all the cultivators received an extra 1000 Cultivation stat, granted promptly! This was definitely aside from the quest's promised stat reward—an extra bonus!
Everyone was satisfied with the results...
"Bastard!"
Except one. Achilles.
As soon as Xu Tao undid his restriction, Achilles rushed forward and grabbed his collar, his expression filled with anger.
"I've been letting your transgressions slide for a while, and now what? Are you looking down on me?! I gave you an inch and you took a mile!" he growled. "If you have beef with me, then say it upfront! This demigod here will take you on and teach you your place!"
Xu Tao calmly grabbed Achilles's hand and pulled it away. After dusting his robe, he continued.
