Chapter 32: Ninth Floor, Hounds of the Labyrinth (1)
「(Breaking News) ‘Tower of Ordeal’ Climber and Planet Rankings Updated.」
「Kwon Su-Hyeok Maintains First Place.」
At approximately 1:04 a.m. today, the Climber Leaderboard rankings were updated for this so-called “Tower of Ordeal” situated in the Pacific Ocean. Kwon Su-Hyeok from South Korea has once again secured the coveted top spot, solidifying his position as the leading climber.
Joining him at the top of the rankings, fellow South Koreans Ha Hee-Jeong, Seo Ho-Su, and Seo Ha-Rin have successfully retained their positions in second, fourth, and sixth place.
These exceptional performances have ensured that Earth continues to hold the first-place ranking among the four planets in sector C-66432 after finishing the eighth floor. This achievement underscores the prowess and determination of Earth’s climbers as they face increasingly challenging trials within the tower.
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Despite the global interest from top scientists, the true nature of the Tower of Ordeal and the other intelligent beings encountered within remain shrouded in mystery. Researchers and experts are still grappling with the implications of the tower's existence and the enigmatic entities from across the universe that inhabit it.
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Speculation about an alien invasion has gained momentum, particularly after the mysterious voice that resonated across Earth mentioned a “Green Belt.” This has led to a surge in conspiracy theories, with some suggesting that the tower is a prelude to an extraterrestrial threat.