ATPnovel Chapter 239 Crushing Defeat and Hope
Chapter 239 Crushing Defeat and Hope
Chapter 239 Crushing Defeat and Hope (Part Six)
Fang Wei and Dai Huabin are both Soul Kings, but there is indeed a significant difference in their strength.
In the brief intervals between their exchanges, it was clear that while Fang Wei's offensive power was formidable, his defensive capabilities were indeed insufficient. He often had to rely on his soul-guided protective shield to barely withstand Dai Huabin's attacks.
Fang Wei's goal was very clear: to keep attacking to wear down Dai Huabin's soul power. This was the third match for the Sun and Moon team. If they won this match, the Sun and Moon team would have no worries in the following matches.
The battles on the field were particularly fierce. Fang Wei's attacks were extremely powerful. Although his weapon spirit was not as top-notch as the Clear Sky Hammer, his attack power was in no way inferior to Dai Huabin's before he activated the White Tiger Demon God Transformation.
The spear swept horizontally, its tip whipping up gusts of wind and cracking as it slammed heavily into the direction where Dai Huabin was standing.
Without hesitation, Dai Huabin clasped his hands together, and a ball of light condensed in his palms, golden waves of light continuously forming. Finally, just as Fang Wei's spear arrived, he fired it fiercely.
Second Soul Skill: White Tiger Blazing Light Wave!
As he unleashed his soul skill, Dai Huabin's face paled. He wasn't a monster like Wang Qiu'er; his soul power was limited. Jing Peng's defense in the previous match was too astonishing, and the opponent completely disregarded his own consumption, engaging Dai Huabin in a prolonged battle that depleted a large amount of his soul power.
Now, when facing Fang Wei, he has to be careful to reduce the consumption of his soul power. Once his soul power is exhausted and he loses this battle, then he will have to let Wang Qiu'er take the stage.
The core of the Shrek team is Wang Qiu'er. If Wang Qiu'er is overexerted, then everyone will be at a disadvantage in the subsequent team matches!
A burst of intense light erupted from the point where the spear tip met the White Tiger's blazing light wave. At the same time, a tall figure leaped high into the air, and once again, a dense golden light rose from his body. The next moment, the golden light receded, and in its place appeared a sharp tiger claw!
The previous attack caused Fang Wei to lose his target. Taking advantage of the moment when the White Tiger's Blazing Light Wave exploded, Dai Huabin leaped high into the air, locked onto Fang Wei's location, and immediately launched an attack.
Fang Wei's presence was so obvious that Dai Huabin could sense Fang Wei's location without even looking. So he took advantage of the moment to approach Fang Wei.
Immediately afterwards, a ripple like water appeared, blocking the huge tiger claw. Fang Wei's expression changed slightly, and he swept out with the Gale Thousand Pound Spear in his hand!
The terrifying attack immediately enveloped Dai Huabin. This sense of crisis made Dai Huabin immediately aware of it. As an academy student of Shrek Academy, he had encountered this kind of battle too many times, so he did not panic at all.
Dai Huabin took a step back, choosing not to confront the enemy head-on. If he did, his soul power would be consumed even more, and he would fall into the enemy's trap.
Although the situation was unfavorable, Fang Wei's biggest weakness was his lack of defense. As a powerful offensive Soul King, Dai Huabin was also extremely good at defense. Therefore, although Dai Huabin's soul power was greatly depleted in the battle, he was still stronger than Fang Wei. Even if Fang Wei had a defensive soul tool, he was no match for Dai Huabin.
The battle reached a stalemate. Dai Huabin's attacks were extremely cautious, making it impossible for Fang Wei to find an opening. He could only choose to launch a direct assault on Dai Huabin. In terms of combat tactics, although Fang Wei had the upper hand over Dai Huabin, it was clear to everyone that once Fang Wei revealed a weakness or his soul power was depleted, that would be the moment for Dai Huabin to counterattack.
"Interesting, this guy has improved quite a bit."
In the waiting area of the Sun and Moon team, Luo Yu slowly spoke, having observed all of Dai Huabin's actions.
The people of the Sun Moon Empire also knew Dai Huabin's plan. This battle was meant to wear Dai Huabin down. Regardless of victory or defeat, as long as Fang Wei was not injured, the purpose of this battle would be achieved.
Even if they lose this battle, they will only have one win, one draw and two losses. There are still four games to go. Even including Fang Wei, the Sun and Moon team only has three players on the field.
However, Dai Huabin, one of Shrek Academy's two main forces, was already exhausted. As for Wang Qiu'er, she might not be able to withstand the attrition from the constant battles, not to mention that Luo Yu was there to support them from behind.
This was Fang Wei's confidence, so he had no worries. This battle was the most exhilarating one he had ever fought since the start of the competition, because he had never attacked so recklessly, disregarding his soul power.
"Captain, what if we lose this match? Wouldn't that be..." Rachel asked with some concern as she watched the game.
"Rachel, you don't need to worry. Don't forget, we still have four people who haven't appeared yet. With the captain backing us up, what are you afraid of?" Lu Jiuyu looked at Rachel and said.
"You two should keep quiet. Didn't you see the captain didn't say anything?" Yan Lingshu said to Rachel.
"You guys continue, I want to hear your plans. Lu Jiuyu, let me ask you. If we lose this match too, who should we send out for the next one?" Luo Yu stretched his back and saw that Yan Lingshu next to him was practically staring at him.
Lu Jiuyu glanced at Luo Yu, then at the expressionless Wang Qiu'er opposite him, and said, "If we don't lose this match, Yan Lingshu will be next. If we draw or lose, Rachel will be next."
"Why?" Yan Lingshu and Meng Hongchen asked, puzzled.
"Because both Senior Sister Meng Hongchen and Senior Brother Xiao Hongchen participated in the previous competition, they won't be sent out until the very last moment. Besides, the captain actually wanted to give us a chance to train. Otherwise, why would he go to such lengths to have us go up one after another?" Lu Jiuyu smiled and looked at Luo Yu as he spoke.
Luo Yu patted Lu Jiuyu on the shoulder and said, "You're smart, but unfortunately you haven't used your talents in the right way. If you had used those talents on the creation of soul tools, you wouldn't be just a level six soul master."
"However, there's still one question I don't understand. Why did the Tang Sect, despite its formidable strength, still lose to Shrek Academy? On the surface, the Tang Sect's combat power is far superior to Shrek Academy's," Lu asked after a moment's thought.
"You'll find out soon enough. Just watch the game. If Fang Wei wins, I'll let you play in the next match so you can get some experience." Luo Yu looked at the close battle in the arena and smiled at Lu Jiuyu.
Lu Jiuyu's expression froze, and he stood there stunned. "Captain, this isn't a good idea..."
"I think this is a great suggestion," Xiao Hongchen said slowly as he leaned closer.
"I also think that's a good suggestion," Rachel chuckled.
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The battle on the field was nearing its end. Looking at Dai Huabin's panting appearance, Su Yu knew that he had won, but in a somewhat disheveled manner. If it were Su Yu himself, he probably could have crushed the Sun Moon Empire's team, but that would have been too boring and would have only added pressure to the three great empires.
Therefore, he chose to refuse to participate in this competition. Moreover, his real purpose in this competition was not to see these things, but to avoid the psychologically abnormal Cupid of Qiankun Wenqing Valley.
Otherwise, having stirred up such a mess for himself in this competition, Su Yu really didn't want to get involved.
"No need to watch anymore, Dai Huabin has won. Even if he continues to fight another match, he won't last long. It seems Wang Qiu'er can't carry the team alone. Don't just stand around either. The Holy Spirit Cult is currently in a state of old, weak, sick, and disabled. They are all evil soul masters, so we'll go all out if we can." Su Yu yawned, and his words startled the Tang Clan members.
Beibei's eyes widened, and she asked, "Su Yu, when did you appear? Shouldn't you be in the spectator stands?"
"He complained that the view from the spectator stands wasn't good enough, so he came here, using the identity of our Tang Sect's team leader..." Huo Yuhao just wanted to cover his face. Only Su Yu would do something like this.
"What's wrong, Senior Brother? It's not too much for me to be a team leader for the Tang Sect, is it?" Su Yu looked at Bei Bei and asked with a smile.
"No, no..."
After the match ended, Fang Wei collapsed to the ground, exhausted from his soul power. Dai Huabin's face turned even paler, clearly indicating that he too was at his limit.
The Sun and Moon Empire sent its fourth member, Rachel.
The outcome of this battle was without suspense; Dai Huabin chose to concede defeat due to exhaustion of his soul power.
Shrek Academy sent out Wu Feng as their fourth member. Wu Feng's strength was not bad, and her match against Rachel was quite interesting.
Rachel faces Wu Feng, Shrek Academy's third strongest fighter, against the vice-captain of the Sun and Moon team.
This is a very interesting match, and so far, the only thing Rachel has shown is the Soul Guidance Dagger in her hand.
In the traditional Soul Masters of the Sun Moon Empire, this is a rare species!
"Please bring your players onto the field!" the referee urged.
Urged on by the referee, Wu Feng leaped up and landed steadily on the stage, her eyes filled with fighting spirit.
"Both sides, state your names," the referee said slowly, knowing that this was going to be another exciting match.
"Shrek Academy, Wu Feng." Wu Feng looked at the young man in front of her. She knew just how strong he was. Rachel claimed to be the vice-captain of the Sun and Moon Team, so his strength was not to be underestimated.
"Sun Moon Royal Soul Guidance Academy, Rachel." Rachel looked at Wu Feng, his eyes showing no sign of underestimating or being careless.
The Sun Moon Empire suffered a great loss last time due to underestimating their opponent, so underestimating their opponent and being careless is a big taboo when facing Shrek Academy.
Guided by the referee, both players slowly walked towards their respective halves of the court.
When they reached the right position, the match officially began with the referee's whistle.
Shrek Academy member Wu Feng vs. Sun Moon Team vice-captain Rachel!
(End of this chapter)