Chapter 49: One Who Defies the Tower

A young man with pitch-black hair and a fit build stood before a massive gate, accompanied by a beautiful woman. She gazed at the imposing structure for a moment before turning to her companion. 

"What now?" Maeve asked.

"Just come along," replied the man in robes, his tone calm yet carrying an undercurrent of assurance.

He approached the gates, and instantly, golden runes shimmered into existence before him.

< You are currently not eligible to challenge the first-floor trial.>

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Required Qualifications:

1. Acquire at least 1000 karma points (Complete)

2. Kill at least 5000 monsters (Incomplete) 

3. Reach Level 10 (Complete)

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