When she was only level 28, she had managed to defeat a Soul Ancestor who was over level 30. That opponent had used all three of his spirit skills without holding back, and he had still lost to her. It was one of Meng Yiran's proudest achievements.
And now, this boy wanted to fight her without using any of his spirit skills? It was absolutely ridiculous! She couldn't tell if he was genuinely crazy or just a fool who didn't understand his own limits.
In stark contrast, Huo Feng's expression was calm and indifferent. There wasn't the slightest ripple in his eyes as he watched her quietly, as if his outrageous proposal was the most ordinary thing in the world. This was a fleeting opportunity. If he wanted to complete the system's mission, he had to seize it now. Given Meng Yiran's conceited personality, he was betting she would agree to the duel.
He just passed level 30? The Snake Woman, Chao Tianxiang, felt her heart tighten. On the surface, she appeared calm, but inwardly she was in turmoil. Who were these children Zhao Wuji had found? Each one was more outstanding than the last. This boy looked even younger than her granddaughter, Meng Yiran, by at least two years. At his age, he should be a fresh graduate from a Junior Spirit Master Academy. Yet here he stood, claiming to be a level 30 Spirit Elder. It was unbelievable.
"Not using spirit skills?" Zhao Wuji, who was standing nearby, was also shocked when he heard Huo Feng's words. In his opinion, the boy was being far too arrogant. His opponent wasn't some ordinary level 30 Spirit Elder; she was the granddaughter of the Unrivaled Dragon Serpent. With a background like that, she would have access to the best cultivation resources. Her strength would be formidable.
Even so, Zhao Wuji stepped forward, his expression showing his full support for his student. He turned his gaze to Chao Tianxiang and said slowly, "Senior, what do you think? My student is a combat-type Spirit Master, so he is qualified for this battle. However, since his rank is slightly higher than your granddaughter's, he will fight in Oscar's place under special conditions. For the sake of fairness, my student will not use any of his three spirit skills. If he loses, this thousand-year Phoenix-Tailed Cockscomb Snake is yours. If he wins, then I ask that you let the matter go. What do you say, Senior?"
Oscar, who was standing to the side, was deeply moved. He quietly gave Huo Feng a thumbs-up, his face filled with gratitude.
Chao Tianxiang nodded slowly. If her granddaughter couldn't even defeat a boy who wasn't using his spirit skills, then there was nothing more to be said. Just as she was about to add a condition of her own, Meng Yiran suddenly spoke up.
"I won't take advantage of you," she said, her voice cold and laced with pride. "I don't have a third spirit skill yet, so you can use your first two. That will make it an even fight." To her, fighting an opponent who wasn't using any skills was an insult.
A faint smile touched the corners of Huo Feng's mouth. You said it yourself. In that case, he wouldn't be held responsible for what happened next. He turned to Meng Yiran, smiled, and nodded. "As you wish."
"You—" Chao Tianxiang, standing nearby, grew anxious. How could her granddaughter be so careless? Did she really think the boy in front of her was just some ordinary Spirit Master? To reach the rank of Spirit Elder at such a young age was the mark of a true genius! But Meng Yiran had already agreed and had taken two steps forward, ready for battle. There was nothing more she could say. She could only trust in her granddaughter's strength.
Huo Feng also took two steps forward. The others all moved back, giving the two of them enough space to fight.
As they got closer, Huo Feng noticed that while Meng Yiran's personality wasn't very likable, she was quite pretty. At sixteen, her body was fully developed, making the three girls from the academy seem a little immature in comparison. She had long eyelashes framing her large brown eyes and was about the same height as him, with a well-proportioned figure. A gentle breeze rustled the leaves in the forest, and sunlight filtered through the canopy, casting shifting shadows on the ground.
Huo Feng raised his right hand in a polite gesture. "Please."
Meng Yiran's heart was already burning with anger. The Spirit Ring that had been almost hers was now caught up in this mess, and she was in no mood for pleasantries. She couldn't wait to defeat Huo Feng and claim the snake so she could finally advance. In truth, although her grandfather, the Dragon Lord Meng Shu, was in the Star Dou Great Forest, he had separated from them to track another Spirit Beast. It would be impossible to find him quickly. Otherwise, if he had been nearby, Chao Tianxiang would never have been so willing to negotiate.
With a flash of movement, Meng Yiran closed the distance between them, swinging her two-meter-long snake staff directly at Huo Feng's head. She may have looked like a slender girl, but her fighting style was anything but delicate. Her aura was fierce, and her spirit power was filled with a domineering presence.
Seeing the staff coming down, Huo Feng sidestepped and retreated rapidly. At the same time, his first Spirit Ring lit up.
"First Spirit Skill, Sword Breaking Slash!"
With a swing of his sword, an arc of lightning-infused energy flew toward Meng Yiran. The terrifying sword energy made her skin tingle, but she had no intention of dodging. Instead, she swung her snake staff to meet the attack head-on.
Sizzle!
The moment her staff made contact with the lightning, a terrifying arc of electricity flowed up the conductive weapon and directly into her body. Meng Yiran let out a muffled groan as her entire body was seized by a paralyzing shock. Her legs became unstable.
I was careless. It was the only thought in her mind.
Seizing the opportunity, Huo Feng leaped forward, appearing in front of her in an instant. He swung his sword casually, and the frightened girl tried to dodge, but the paralyzing effect of the chain lightning was still active. She stumbled, nearly falling to the ground.
At that moment, Huo Feng casually raised his hand and slapped Meng Yiran on the chest.
Bang!
With a dull thud, she was knocked to the ground.
At the same time, Huo Feng summoned the system in his mind and gave a single, cold command.
"System, sacrifice Meng Yiran!"
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