[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-awakening-reincarnating-with-the-sss-level-extra":3,"chapter-awakening-reincarnating-with-the-sss-level-extra-awakening-reincarnating-with-the-sss-level-extra-chapter-269":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Awakening: Reincarnating With the SSS-Level Extraction Talent",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1139989,1479,"Chapter 269 Start of the Trial, The Ruined Fortress and Item","awakening-reincarnating-with-the-sss-level-extra-chapter-269",269,"\u003Cp>[Time Remaining: 23:57:27]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The trial had barely started, and already, fifty people were dead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Astariel had wiped them out in an instant with his [Dark Blade], eliminating them with a single swing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their bodies had been reduced to nothing before they even realized what had happened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex, standing at a distance, watched carefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That single moment had told him everything he needed to know.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Astariel was not someone he wanted to fight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though the Fallen Angel had helped him before, Alex knew better than to assume that meant he was safe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Astariel decided he was a threat, then Alex would be dead before he even had the chance to react.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Your next chapter awaits on My Virtual Library Empire\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was just the kind of power the Fallen Angel had.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The best solution at this point would be to observe Astariel's skills, memorizing them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And if it ever came to it, he would have so much information about him that he could avoid all of his attacks before they even came.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Well, he probably had many more skills than simply [Dark Blade], so he still had a long way to go.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, he wouldn't go after him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were nine other [Token Holders] in this trial.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had other options.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For now, Alex decided not to chase after any of them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Running blindly into battle was a good way to get himself killed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And anyway, he couldn't understand why all the others were instantly attempting to get a token.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rules literally said that the only way to get a token is to kill the [Token Holder].\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And if you become a [Token Holder] yourself, you would be chased in return.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Or at least, that would be the case except if you were a powerhouse like Astariel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let them be, grab one later,\" Alphox spoke from within.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah,\" Alex nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The smarter move right now was to figure out how this domain worked anyway.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he moved through the vast landscape, Alex quickly realized that this place was more than just an open battlefield.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were structures scattered throughout the land.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Buildings. Ruins. Towers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And they weren't just for decoration, inside them, there were monsters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At first, Alex ignored the buildings he saw.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It wasn't that he didn't want to check them, but it was too early to take unnecessary risks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had no idea if they contained traps, dangerous enemies, or even other participants lying in wait.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But after travelling for a while, something caught his eye.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A fortress.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike the smaller structures he had passed, this one was massive, standing tall in the middle of the wasteland.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It looked ancient, with parts of its walls crumbling and large cracks running across its towers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite that, it still held a sense of power, like something important had once been here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex stopped for a moment, considering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was different from the other buildings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That meant it was worth investigating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The name of the building appeared as he approached it: [The Ruined Fortress].\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The entrance to the fortress was partially collapsed, with large chunks of stone blocking the way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex had to squeeze through a gap in the rubble to make his way inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment he stepped in, the air changed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was cold. Still.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The walls were covered in cracks, and broken weapons were scattered across the floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was no light inside, only the faint glow from magic symbols carved into the stone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Seems like no participant came here yet, that's good.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It wasn't that he was scared of fighting, but keeping his [Destiny Points] was the most important thing to do for him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, just as he was taking in his surroundings, a panel appeared in front of him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ruined Fortress Trial]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Kill all enemies before time runs out or face death.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Seriously?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This place had its own trials inside the buildings as well?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That meant there was something valuable here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But what stood out to him was the last part.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Face death.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That didn't leave room for misunderstanding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he failed, he'd die.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was no escaping.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"…Alright then,\" Alex muttered, cracking his knuckles. \"Let's get this over with.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment he spoke, the fortress shook.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A deep rumbling sound echoed through the halls.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[5:00 minutes to kill all enemies.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, the enemies appeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The monsters that emerged were unlike strange, but not that uncommon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were massive, towering figures made of dark stone, with glowing red eyes that burned like embers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their armor was cracked and worn, yet the weapons they held were sharp and deadly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They looked like ancient knights, cursed to guard this place for eternity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A quick glance at their levels made Alex sigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Level 1,500]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Strong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But not strong enough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex took a step forward and raised his hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All Elements Fox Summons!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A surge of power spread through the air as several foxes materialized around him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each one was formed from a different element, fire, water, lightning, wind, and more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their eyes burned with raw energy, ready to attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the same time, Alex activated another skill.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bleeding Claws!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A red aura surrounded his hands as his fingers sharpened into deadly weapons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, the battle began.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The monsters charged forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex moved.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fox summons struck first, launching elemental attacks in every direction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fire explosions tore through the air, lightning bolts cracked across the battlefield, and wind blades cut through the stone knights with ease.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These summons could basically spam their magic and get away with it since they were so strong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But these enemies were tough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even as they were torn apart, they kept moving.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex darted between them, slashing with his claws.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each strike cut deep, leaving wounds that bled endlessly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The [Bleeding Claws] effect made sure that every hit drained their health, weakening them over time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were durable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Alex was faster and stronger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within minutes, the battle was over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The last knight collapsed, shattering into pieces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A notification popped up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Trial Completed.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Reward: ???]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A chest appeared in the center of the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex exhaled, shaking off the exhaustion from the fight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He walked over and opened the chest, hoping for something useful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside, he found an item.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Token Compass - One Time Use]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Will point to the location of one of the Token Holders for 30 minutes.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex's eyes widened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was broken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he used this, he could track down any [Token Holder] instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For someone who wasn't actively hunting tokens and needed to find one later, this was the perfect tool.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With this, he wouldn't have to rely on luck, he could go directly to his target.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Alex wasn't planning to go after a token just yet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had no reason to rush.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could activate the compass whenever he wanted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For now, he'd hold onto it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By the time Alex stepped outside the ruined fortress, the sky had darkened slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The trial had only taken five minutes, but he had spent countless hours exploring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He checked the timer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Time Remaining: 20:32:38]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Participants Remaining: 231]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex frowned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>231?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That meant over 130 participants had already been eliminated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In less than four hours.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The trial was brutal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And as time went on, that number would only keep dropping.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He hadn't run into any major threats, and he had even managed to secure a valuable item.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But that luck wouldn't last forever.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He needed to be ready.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because soon, the real battles would begin.\u003C\u002Fp>",1246,"2026-06-03T12:12:47.112Z","2026-06-03T12:12:55.154Z",1,"novelbin.me","38f57e0ad05fd14a7b341edc3b019d62a4d7fd7cf85f6922a871f4bfb5d7fbc5","awakening-reincarnating-with-the-sss-level-extra-chapter-270","awakening-reincarnating-with-the-sss-level-extra-chapter-268",516,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fawakening-reincarnating-with-the-sss-level-extra-cover.jpg"]