[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-10x-rewards-conquering-women-and-taming-beauties":3,"chapter-10x-rewards-conquering-women-and-taming-beauties-10x-rewards-conquering-women-and-taming-beauties-chapter-40":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","10x Rewards: Conquering Women and Taming Beauties",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1760096,2331,"Chapter 40: A Temple II","10x-rewards-conquering-women-and-taming-beauties-chapter-40",40,"\u003Cp>Some time passed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gradually, the crowd settled. Vale and I, along with the two succubi, picked a particularly isolated corner to stand in, away from both monsters and humans.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jason would never allow us to stand together with the humans. And as for the cursed monsters...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After that display of ruthlessness, there was no way in hell I would stand together with them. It would be far too easy for a fight to break out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Coming to that decision, we chose to form a faction among ourselves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We have to find a way to defeat the armored soldier, or we’ll lose our lives,\" Vale said, her eyes narrowed in deep thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can you use your eyes to distract her while we fight?\" I asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vale shook her head. \"Using my eyes won’t work. I tried it while she was fighting the soldier, and it didn’t work. It seems that although she possesses the body of a human, in the end she’s still just a puppet.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A puppet?\" I raised a brow, hearing the term for the first time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes.\" Vale paused, then explained, \"A puppet is just like a wooden figure. Depending on the craftsmanship, some may look extremely lifelike.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I rubbed my chin in thought, internally amazed at just how versatile cursed energy could be in this twisted world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have a vague suspicion, however... I have no way to confirm it for now,\" Vale suddenly said, her voice laced with uncertainty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You have a way to defeat it?\" I was briefly startled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not yet.\" Vale shook her head, her expression serious. \"We need to wait for them to battle a few more times before I can confirm my theory.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Okay.\" I nodded, and the two of us fell silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All this while, the two succubi remained by our side, not intervening in the slightest in our discussion, though they clearly agreed with our words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Time gradually dragged on, and as it passed, the tension that had settled began to rise once more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Slowly, everyone could feel the pulsing nervousness brewing in their hearts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Night had arrived, and that could only mean one thing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as everyone anticipated, the armored soldier twitched, then moved.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes scanned the surroundings before she took off her glove once more and tossed it toward the ground below the stage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instantly, everyone’s heart dropped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was time for another fight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Or... as everyone thought, another death.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What do you think, humans? The last two times we’ve given up our cursed monsters to do battle. This time, you should be willing to sacrifice one of your own.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cursed monster leader, Gruth, said with a growl, staring at Jason and the other three who stood at the front.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a group of two men and two women, each with similar strength. However, despite sacrificing two cursed monsters, their side didn’t seem any weaker.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Frowning slightly, Jason glanced toward the cursed monsters and snorted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Who are you to make demands? We’re not like you beasts who lack human emotions. There’s no way we can sacrifice one of our own and still have a conscience.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The humans behind him nodded, showing their agreement. Murmurs spread across their side almost instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, Gruth snorted, his stage 2 aura spreading outward like a rising tide.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It crashed heavily onto the weaker humans, causing their faces to turn pale instantly, their auras faltering as they struggled to remain standing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now’s not the time to show off your meager strength,\" Jason said, waving his hand as he released his own aura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although it wasn’t as dense as Gruth’s, it was enough to significantly lessen the pressure on the humans.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmph.\" Snorting once more, Gruth folded his arms and said nothing further.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If that was the case, then he wouldn’t waste any more cursed monsters. He would simply wait.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Time dragged on, and seeing that neither side was sending anyone out to battle, I couldn’t help but grow more nervous by the second.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was too risky. What if I got chosen? Or even Vale?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My heart pounded in my chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, suddenly, the glove began to twitch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the next instant, it vanished and shot toward Jason.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before he could dodge, he caught it in his hand. The speed was so great it was almost like an attack, nearly injuring him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A grim expression appeared on his face as he stared at the glove in his hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hehe...\" Gruth laughed, shaking his head, a hint of pity in his eyes. \"A shame. I would have loved to kill you with my own hands.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noticing his expression, a few humans cast sympathetic looks toward Jason, while the monsters wore gloating smiles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I, on the other hand, stared at Jason, unsure what to feel. At first, I was glad he was about to lose his life. But at the same time, I felt a faint hint of dissatisfaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I had wanted to kill him myself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Still, this isn’t too bad...’ I muttered, a trace of interest appearing in my eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beside me, Vale’s eyes glinted as she watched closely, clearly trying to confirm her suspicion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jason gripped his sword tightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, finally, he gritted his teeth and leapt onto the stage, a cold look settling on his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swoosh!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment he appeared, the armored soldier attacked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sound of steel colliding rang out, and both of them were forced two steps back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They’re even!\" someone in the crowd muttered, excitement creeping into his voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Several others began to show faint hope, their eyes lighting up as they watched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They are even...\" Vale whispered, her eyes glowing with a faint pink hue as she observed the fight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was close. Very close to the truth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clang! Clang! Clang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two clashed repeatedly, exchanging blows as streaks of silver and red flashed through the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Neither side held the advantage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But one was a puppet, moving without cursed energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other was human.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The outcome was already decided. It was only a matter of time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Channeling his cursed energy, Jason launched himself into the air. But the soldier gave him no chance to breathe, instantly closing the distance between them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her strike slammed into his sword, sending him crashing back toward the arena floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From above, the soldier swung her blade again, aiming straight for Jason as he struggled to stand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A sharp arc of sword light shot toward his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luckily, he managed to dodge in time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Regaining his footing, Jason retreated rapidly, pushing himself back with a powerful burst.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noticing something strange, I couldn’t help but murmur, \"The soldier can also... fly?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Frowning slightly, I continued watching.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, my words seemed to trigger something in Vale.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her expression turned pale instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’That’s it...’ she muttered inwardly, finally grasping the truth behind the armored soldier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The battle raged on.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though Jason occasionally lost his balance, he managed to keep up, barely maintaining an even pace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Minutes passed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seven minutes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jason was badly injured now, his body covered in deep sword wounds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as he felt like giving up...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Something strange finally happened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Author’s Note: Lemons incoming. Please support the novel with golden tickets if you’re enjoying the story so far. Also, if you have any complaints, leave them below.\u003C\u002Fp>",1211,"2026-06-08T09:38:12.824Z",1,"novelbin.me","d8033c3520031c558061f21a635081841939a76dc06566d8e651dd153cc1e6a7","10x-rewards-conquering-women-and-taming-beauties-chapter-41","10x-rewards-conquering-women-and-taming-beauties-chapter-39",119,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002F10x-rewards-conquering-women-and-taming-beauties-cover.jpg"]