Qin Siyang had to admit that, although the apocalypse was full of unknowns and dangers, it had also created countless opportunities.
Those who had risen within the Safe Zone, whether individuals or families, had rarely been heard of before the apocalypse.
Let alone orphans like him and Hu Chan, who now stood at the top.
An undertaking this vast, involving so many people, could not possibly be without a reason.
Qin Siyang had his own suspicions about that.
Perhaps, just as the third part of the [Apocalypse Fragment] had told him, all of this seemed to be screening for something.
And seemingly to maximize the efficiency of that screening, this world had dismantled all its existing order and reshuffled the deck, seeking to hold a [Succession Trial] that would "select solely on merit."
As for why it was selecting people like them, Qin Siyang had no way of knowing.
Once he reached origin sequence level five, he would be able to read more of the [Apocalypse Fragment] and obtain more information.
Qian Wendao continued, "All order is built on individual strength. I believe origin sequence levels are no exception."
"Status can be inherited, wealth can be plundered, and fame can be gained through opportunism. But strength can't. As long as you fight enough and improve fast enough, status, wealth, fame-you can have them all."
"Why is there 'no first place in literature'? Because that's something decided through talk. Your standpoint, perspective, and breadth of vision all affect your judgment. You could argue for a lifetime and never settle anything. But 'no second place in combat' is much simpler and more direct."
"If you won't accept it, fight. If you can't fight, surrender. If you won't surrender, die. Even the most stubborn mouth goes soft in death."
At that point, Qian