The players or adventurers in this world are also ranked,

classification system as the Dungeon Gates

(E, D, C, B, A, S, SS, SSS).

This ranking likely reflects their strength, skills, and achievements in conquering the gates and defeating the monsters within.

This ranking system adds a competitive element and a sense of progression,

as players strive to improve their skills and climb the ranks. How does Xiao Luo's starting rank and abilities compare to others,

and what drives him to push forward in this challenging world?

Xiao Luo was born into a poor family,

living with his parents and younger sister in a small, humble home. From a young age,

he dreamed of becoming a Ranker,

a prestigious title granted to those who demonstrated exceptional strength and abilities.

Now,

at the age of 18,

Xiao Luo stood nervously in front of the Ranker License Institute, clutching his application and hoping to take the first step towards his dream. His family had sacrificed much to support his training, and he was determined to make them proud.

With a deep breath,

he entered the institute and approached the registration desk. "I'm here for the Ranker license exam,"

he said, trying to hide his nervousness.

The examiner nodded and handed him a small crystal ball.

"Place your hand on the crystal,

and your rank will be revealed."

Xiao Luo's heart raced as he placed his hand on the crystal.

A yellow light enveloped him,

and a voice announced,

"You are an F-class Ranker."

His heart sank.

F-class was the lowest rank possible. But then,

a holographic window appeared, revealing a system player status that only he could see...

(Rank: F

Growth Type: ?)

"(System task appears)

Task: Swing a vertical sword 100,000 times in 10 days

Reward: Sword-related technique and 1,000 EXP

Penalty for failure: Survive for 5 minutes in a mysterious dungeon

Progress: 0/100,000

"Xiao Luo, with dark blue hair,

had a task to swing a vertical sword 100,000 times in 10 days.

Back at home, his family - mother, father, and 17-year-old sister with beautiful light blue hair - asked him what was wrong, but he just shook his head,

feeling angry and sad.

In his room, he found a wooden sword and secretly took it to the backyard to practice.

With a determined look, Xiao Luo swung the sword once,

and the system counted it: (1/100,000)."

: Xiao Luo's determination to complete the task is admirable! He's willing to secretly practice in his backyard,

using a wooden sword to swing 10000 times a day to reach his goal.

With each swing, Xiao Luo focuses on his technique, building his strength and eendurance

His family, unaware of his secret training,

wonders why he's spending so much time in the backyard.

As the days pass,

Xiao Luo's progress is slow but steady:

Day 1: (1000/100000)

Day 2: (2000/100000)

Day 3: (3000/100000)

And so on. The system's penalty looms over him,

but he's determined to avoid it.

Xiao Luo's secret training continue. As he reaches the halfway point (50000/100000)"

[To Be Continue]

He starts to notice changes in his body and technique.

His swings become more precise, and his strength increases.

One day, his sister discovers him practicing in the backyard and is shocked by his determination.

She promises to keep his secret but also encourages him to be careful and not overdo it.

With renewed vigor, Xiao Luo pushes forward,

determined to complete the task and unlock the sword technique.

(75000/100000)

The countdown continues!

As Xiao Luo approaches the final stretch (90000/100000), he faces a new challenge.

His body begins to feel the strain of the intense training, and his swings start to falter.

The system senses his struggle and offers a cryptic message:

"Embrace the weakness to find the strength."

Xiao Luo is confused but decides to trust the system's guidance.

He focuses on his breathing and relaxes his grip on the sword, allowing his body to recover slightly. To his surprise,

his next swing feels more powerful and precise than ever before.

With renewed energy,

he completes the final 10,000 swings,

and the system announces:

"Task completed! Sword technique unlocked: 'Vertical Strike'!"

The system continues, "If you reach the rank of SS, 'Vertical Strike' will have the power to split mountains."

Xiao Luo's eyes widen in awe, imagining the devastating potential of his new technique.

He feels a sense of pride and accomplishment,

knowing that he's taken a significant step towards becoming a formidable Ranker.

Xiao Luo keeps the system and his new rank a secret from his family, remembering that he had previously told them his application was delayed.

He doesn't want to raise any suspicions or concerns,

so he keeps his achievement to himself for now.

Instead, he joins his family for dinner, trying to act normal and hide his excitement.

His sister notices that he seems a bit distant, but he brushes it off, saying he's just tired from training.

As they eat and chat, Xiao Luo's mind wanders back to the system and his new technique, Vertical Strike.

He can't wait to continue his training and unlock more secrets.

After dinner, he excuses himself, saying he needs to rest early.

In reality, he plans to sneak out and practice his Vertical Strike in secret, away from prying eyes.

The system's notification startles Xiao Luo,

who is secretly practicing his Vertical Strike in the dead of night.

"System Alert: You can now use Vertical Strike, but its power has been reduced from SS to F+ due to your current rank."

Xiao Luo's heart sinks, realizing that his technique's potential is still limited by his rank.

But he's determined to improve, and the system's gives him a new goal:

"Task Alert: Run 100,000 steps in 15 days to increase your endurance and strength.

Failure to complete this task will result in a penalty."

Xiao Luo's eyes widen as he calculates the challenge ahead. That's equivalent to running over 6,600 steps daily, a daunting task even for a determined Ranker like himself.

[To Be Continue]

Xiao Luo's determination is unwavering!

He accepts the challenge,

and the system responds:

"Task Accepted!

You will receive 10,000 EXP and the Lightning Speed technique upon completion of the task.

Remember,

you have 15 days to

run 100,000 steps.

Don't fail!"

Xiao Luo's eyes light up at the prospect of earning 10,000 EXP and acquiring the Lightning Speed technique.

He knows that this will significantly boost his rank and abilities.

With a deep breath,

he begins his journey,

running through the streets and alleys of his town, fueled by his determination to become a true Ranker.

Day 1: 6,600 steps completed

Day 2: 13,200 steps completed

Day 3: 20,400 steps completed

And so on.

Xiao Luo pushes himself to the limit, running every day, rain or shine.

The system tracks his progress, and he can feel his endurance and strength increasing with each step.

But as the days go by, the challenge becomes more daunting.

His legs ache, his feet blister, and his lungs burn.

Will he be able to complete the task and claim his rewards? The clock is ticking!

Xiao Luo is in the city, buying drinks, when he sees a group of C-class Rankers fighting E-class Golems in the distance.

Suddenly,

his phone buzzes with a news alert

:"Dungeon Break: Monster outbreak in the city.

Rankers are handling the situation."

As he watches, a giant Golem King (C-rank monster) appears, causing the ground to shake.

The C-class Rankers are engulfed by the monster's massive frame.

The scene is chaotic, with debris flying everywhere.

Without hesitation,

Xiao Luo grabs a nearby wooden stick and uses his Vertical Strike technique to attack the Golem King from a safe distance.

A sharp aura slash strikes the monster, splitting it in two.

In the blink of an eye, the Golem King dissipates into nothingness, leaving behind only a faint trace of its existence.

The dungeon gate, which had opened in the air,

closes with a loud boom,

as if nothing had happened.

The C-class Rankers,

who had been fighting the E-class Golems, look around in confusion, seemingly unaware of the Golem King's brief appearance and Xiao Luo's intervention.

Xiao Luo, realizing the situation has been contained,

quickly leaves the scene,

"Your actions have been observed. Meet me at the old windmill on the outskirts at midnight.

Come alone."phone buzzes with another message:

"Guild Recruitment: Join us tomorrow at Knight's Hall.

Rankers only.

-Knights of the Golden Sword"

He raises an eyebrow, intrigued by the sudden invitation.

However, his focus is on completing the system's task, and he doesn't want to get distracted.

He decides to ignore the message for now and prioritizes his training.

"System Task: Run 100,000 steps in 15 days. Day 5: 33,000 steps completed."

Xiao Luo continues his training, pushing himself to meet the system's demand.

(To Be Continue)

< written by Divine Immortal >