C13 The Battle of the Peak of the Huthwaite High School Continued.
Another assault had come to an end.
Wang Doukun was gasping for air, propping himself up with his axe, a clear sign of faltering.
The ferocity of his onslaught might have grown with each exchange...
But it all hinged on having ample physical or inner strength to sustain it.
After two consecutive waves of fierce attacks, his stamina had hit its ceiling.
Yet, he hadn't managed to land a single blow on Bai Le.
Meanwhile, Bai Le, on the defensive, still had plenty of energy to spare.
"Is that all you've got, Wang?" Bai Le taunted, barely breaking a sweat, eager for a real challenge.
"Don't count me out yet!"
Wang Doukun, stubborn as a bull, bristled at the provocation.
"Charge!!!"
Clenching his teeth, he rose to his feet, his energy surging once more.
In contrast, Murong Lianjie was faring far worse.
The prolonged use of the Repulse Armor had drained his mental reserves, leaving him reeling.
"Murong Lianjie, I need another round of Armor!"
Wang Doukun bellowed.
"Got it!"
Who lacked spirit in this era?
Murong Lianjie refused to be beaten so ignominiously.
It was unheard of to be worn out before even clashing with the opponent!
He slashed his palm with his sword's tip, jolting himself awake.
The Repulse Armor was renewed upon Wang Doukun!
"Doukun, go for it!"
"Bai Le, bring it on!"
With the Armor's power, Wang Doukun unleashed a third torrent of ferocious energy.
Steam billowed from his body as he charged at Bai Le yet again, the epitome of indomitable spirit.
This time, he was truly at his zenith!
"Fine, let the battle... commence!"
Bai Le recognized the finality of this onslaught and was ready to go all out.
They lunged at each other simultaneously.
On one side, a black tornado; on the other, Bai Le, enveloped in a fiery gale!
"Boom!"
Their collision sent shockwaves through the martial platform, cracking the very ground they stood on!
"Good heavens..."
The crowd was spellbound.
This clash was well worth their early arrival to secure seats!
Even the low-ranked martial artist referee felt a chill.
Facing these formidable tyros, he doubted his own chances!
He stood ready to intervene, knowing restraint was no longer an option, poised to prevent any mishaps.
On the platform, Wang Doukun swung his axes wildly, a veritable human war machine.
Bai Le nimbly dodged, channeling the power of the Aerodrake into his fists, unleashing a barrage on Wang Doukun.
The action was a blur!
Most spectators couldn't track the flurry of movements.
All they saw were the ghostly trails of axes and fists and the brilliant flashes when the punches met the Armor!
It was a sight to behold!
"Goodness... With the Armor, Wang Doukun is a beast!"
"Murong Lianjie's Repulse Armor is impressive—unfazed by Bai Le's relentless assault!"
"Damn, I wouldn't last ten seconds if I went up there!"
"Ten seconds? You'd be out cold from one punch!"
The battle had reached a fever pitch, with each blow landing solidly, sending waves of excitement through the crowd.
Bai Le's gaze sharpened. The combined might of these two was more formidable than he had anticipated.
Yes, this was right. This was the thrill of combat!
They exchanged blows for a full three minutes, both fighters completely engrossed.
Wang Doukun's offensive began to wane.
He was at his limit!
"Is this it?"
Bai Le, observing the turn of events, refused to let Wang Doukun and Murong Lianjie succumb to sheer exhaustion.
They deserved a more honorable defeat, like being bested by him in a straightforward battle!
With that, Bai Le moved with lightning speed, appearing behind Wang Doukun like a specter.
His tiger-like ferocity transformed his fist into a claw, reaching for Wang Doukun's back!
The Repulse Armor acted as a shield, instinctively trying to fend off Bai Le's strike.
"Repulse Armor? Shatter!!!"
Bai Le channeled all his power into his fingertips.
Using them like blades, he ripped through the Repulse Armor!
He seized Wang Doukun's combat dress and hoisted him into the air.
Wang Doukun's spirit was broken; he could no longer put up a fight.
Seeing this, Bai Le gently eased his grip, setting Wang Doukun down without throwing him from the ring.
"Wang, the match is over."
The outcome was clear.
"Bai... I, Wang Doukun, admit defeat!"
Wang Doukun managed a wry smile, offering a respectful salute to Bai Le.
He was aware that Bai Le had shown mercy; otherwise, the end might have been brutal.
At the very least, it would have been humiliating.
With that, Wang Doukun took a seat right there in the ring to catch his breath.
Exhausted, yet exhilarated!
Despite the loss, today's battle had deepened his understanding of aggressive tactics.
That was the true significance and value of the fight!
"Motherf..."
Murong Lianjie, still groggy, witnessed his Repulse Armor being torn apart by Bai Le.
He offered no further resistance, kneeling on the ground to concede defeat.
Now he realized that he and Wang Doukun were simply no match for Bai Le.
This man had managed to tear through Armor with his exceptional martial prowess, even as a tyro.
Was he even human?
Achievement Unlocked (Conquer Huthwaite High School)
Achievement Reward: 15 points of Intent Value restored
After the battle, Bai Le reveled in his achievement reward, having dominated Huthwaite High School!
He glanced at the Intent Blade panel with a sense of satisfaction.
Intent Blade (Low Order)
Intent Value (73/100)
Extreme Intent: Soul Devouring Slash (1st Layer / 3 Layers), Thunderclap Bomb (1st Layer / 3 Layers).
Next Level (0 Beast Spirits / 10,000 Beast Spirits)
Techniques: Hannya Technique (1st Layer / 13 Layers), Wind Breaking and Flame Separating (2nd Layer / 6 Layers).
"The match is over!"
"The victor, from Huthwaite High School's Class 7, Bai Le!"
The medical team, having waited patiently, now carried Wang Doukun and Murong Lianjie off on stretchers.
They were more drained than injured.
The entire audience rose to their feet, clapping and cheering.
Their applause was not just a salute to Bai Le, the 'king' of Huthwaite High School.
It was also a genuine admiration for Wang Doukun and Murong Lianjie.
Their endurance in the face of the formidable Bai Le was truly commendable!
After all, what would this thrilling battle have been without them?
Reporter Lan Yuran and her cameraman, armed with their 'long guns and big cannons', made their way to the stage.
They were ready to conduct another interview with Bai Le, capturing the moment for posterity.
