A thunderous roar split the heavens.
The colossal form of the Vigorous Vajra Bear Avatar loomed above the training grounds, its semi-transparent golden frame moving in sync with Zhao Wuji own. Earth trembled beneath its steps, and the students instinctively backed away as spirit pressure swept outward like a tsunami.
Even Tang San narrowed his eyes. "This isn't a spar anymore," he murmured.
Dai Mubai nodded grimly. "That's a full Spirit Avatar state. Only Soul Douluo or those close to that level can handle it head-on."
Oscar hand trembled as he reached into his sausage basket. "Should I… should I make more flying sausages?"
"Shut up and watch," Ning Rongrong snapped, eyes locked on the battlefield.
Li Wei stood amidst the chaos, his armored form radiant in gold and azure, the Diend Complete form humming with soul power. Around him, the eight summoned Riders regrouped, weathering the devastating Gravity Crush and bracing themselves against the crushing aura of the spirit avatar.
Li Wei breath was labored, but his eyes gleamed.
"I see… so this is the power of a true Soul Saint," he muttered, the K-Touch on his belt flickering as if acknowledging the stress.
He clenched his fist. "But this isn't a power I summoned just for show!"
He raised his arm. "Riders—formation Gamma! Priority: destabilize the Avatar core!"
The Riders moved instantly.
Caucasus and Orga flanked left, their overwhelming brute strength colliding with the bear's glowing forearms. Kabuki and Glaive darted from shadow to shadow, their blades striking at the limbs with surgical precision. Skull and Ryuga provided suppressing fire, while Arc barreled head-on, slamming into the bear's chest with enough force to crater the ground again.
Zhao Wuji grunted. "Impressive coordination. But that's not enough!"
He roared, raising both arms.
"Seventh Ability—Avatar's Rampage!"
The bear's limbs swung with unnatural speed. In a blur of golden violence, Glaive was smacked across the field and Kabuki was sent hurtling through a tree trunk. But the others pushed forward, refusing to yield.
Caucasus grappled with the bear's arm, his armor groaning under pressure. Arc swept low, locking onto Zhao Wuji ankles. Orga dove straight into the Avatar's core with his sword.
Boom!
A shockwave of light burst from within the Avatar's chest—Orga explosive core detonating in a self-sacrificial gambit.
Li Wei took the opportunity.
"Now!"
He slotted another card.
[Final FormRide: Blade!]
Kamen Rider Blade appeat and a surge of azure light engulfed Kamen Rider Blade, morphing him into a towering energy sword, his form etched with runes and electricity.
Li Wei caught the massive weapon with both hands.
The Diend Complete form flared, surging with soul power drawn from all five soul rings that appear beside his K-touch driver that only people that able to realize it know. The air around him rippled.
"Let's cut through this mountain!"
He dashed forward, eyes locked on Zhao Wuji real body inside the bear's chest.
The ground shattered beneath his feet. Li Wei leap was aided by a [BuffRide: Kuuga], empowering his strike with overwhelming force.
Zhao Wuji narrowed his eyes. "You dare!"
The bear's giant arms moved to intercept.
But then—
Ryuga and Skull, despite being damaged, threw themselves at the arms, blocking them with their remaining strength.
"Blade Slash—Dimension Cut!"
The empowered Diend swung the massive Blade sword down in a vertical arc.
CRAAAAACK!
The sword struck the bear chest, and golden energy exploded outward like a supernova. The entire Avatar form flickered, rippling as if reality itself had cracked. Zhao Wuji spirit shield groaned, buckling under the focused assault.
The bear let out a mighty roar—then fractured. Chunks of golden aura burst away like shattered glass.
Zhao Wuji stumbled back, the Avatar flickering violently. "He broke through...?!"
Li Wei landed, knees hitting the ground, panting hard.
His armor cracked at the edges. The Riders flickered behind him, one by one returning to light of data. Soul power reserves were nearing empty. This can be said because of the excitement that he felt and unfamiliar use of this abilities making him using more than need spirit power.
Zhao Wuji slowly stood straight. His aura was still mighty—but his Avatar was now half-dispersed. His arms trembled from the impact, his spirit energy showing signs of instability.
From the sidelines, Flender exhaled deeply. "Incredible. He managed to damage a full Spirit Avatar… at Rank 51."
Tang San hand tightened. "Even I wouldn't have survived that strike."
Zhu Zhuqing, eyes narrowed, muttered, "No… he didn't just fight evenly. He's pushing Zhao Wuji back."
"Still standing, huh?" Zhao Wuji said, finally cracking a wide, wild grin. "You've surpassed my expectations, brat."
Li Wei coughed once, armor fracturing further as Diend Complete form unraveled. He returned to base Diend, then the light faded completely, revealing him panting and soaked in sweat.
"I'm… not done…" he murmured, forcing himself to rise.
Zhao Wuji raised his hand—but it wasn't for another strike. He lowered it.
"That's enough."
Silence fell.
Zhao Wuji let out a long exhale and deactivated his Spirit Avatar. The colossal bear faded into golden mist, leaving behind only the burly Soul Saint—his chest heaving and his eyes sharp with acknowledgment.
"You've proven it, Li Wei," Zhao Wuji said. "Your martial spirit isn't strange—it's terrifying. And your control… is even scarier."
He turned to the students. "Any of you who thought this was just for show—remember what you saw today."
Flender stepped forward. "The match is concluded. Victory goes to… both. So this match is a drawnnas Zhao Wuji for retaining his strength. Li Wei for surviving the impossible."
A round of applause erupted, uncertain at first, then growing stronger. Oscar whooped. Xiao Wu jumped up with a grin. Even Dai Mubai let out a low whistle.
Li Wei stood still, eyes closed, letting the cheers wash over him.
In the crowd, Zhu Zhuqing stared quietly, a strange look flickering through her usually cold gaze. Beside her, Ning Rongrong pursed her lips, while Meng Yiran clutched her arms tight, brow furrowed.
Back on the field, Zhao Wuji approached Li Wei and extended a hand.
"You've got guts, kid."
Li Wei smiled faintly and took it. "You've got... terrifying fists."
Zhao Wuji laughed, hauling him up with a single pull. "Rest up. You've earned more than a meal today."
Flender nodded thoughtfully. "I need to reevaluate his training plan."
As the crowd dispersed, Xiao Wu bounded over and flung her arms around Li Wei's shoulders. "That was awesome! You were like—BAM! and WHOOSH! and even the big bear couldn't stop you!"
Li Wei smiled, exhaustion weighing down his every movement. "Glad… it looked cool."
From a distance, Tang San watched in silence. "He's getting stronger fast. Too fast compare to me."