Chapter 154: The Unfathomable Li Wu
Chapter 154: The Unfathomable Li Wu
Arena 001.
The highly anticipated match, drawing the attention of millions, was set to commence at 9 AM sharp on the 19th.
However, before the match, there was one crucial step: a draw to determine the order of the games.
Who would play first, who would play second, and so on, deciding the sequence of this playoff round.
The order of the matches was of utmost importance, not just for Li Wu's team but also for Jiang Beifeng's.
Amidst their anticipation, the results were swiftly revealed.
The first match was between Team 018 and Team 001, the second between Team 001 and Team 042, and the third, Team 018 versus Team 042!
Upon seeing this order, Jiang Beifeng's lips curled upwards almost instantly.
"It seems luck is always on my side!"
This was the outcome Jiang Beifeng had hoped for the most.
As he observed the sequence, he had already envisioned the flow and outcome of the day's matches.
001 would concede the first match, then directly eliminate 042 in the second, and finally, 018 would finish off 042 in the third.
It was the perfect plan.
"Indeed, everything is as it should be. It seems the high-stakes gamble will pay off today!"
Jiang Beifeng was ecstatic, his smile uncontrollably widening.
And as Jiang Beifeng eagerly awaited, the first match of the playoffs began precisely at 9 AM, only to conclude at 9:01 AM.
Everything unfolded precisely as Jiang Beifeng had envisioned. In the first match, both teams took the stage, and Team 001 conceded.
This outcome left a small portion of the audience bewildered, but the majority were not surprised.
They knew the real competition would commence in the second match.
And this second match didn't keep them waiting for long.
With the first match swiftly concluded, the second was promptly organized.
At 9:30 AM, beneath Arena 001, both team captains emerged.
Li Wu, representing Team 042, shook hands with Zhuang Yan, the captain of Team 001.
As they clasped hands, Li Wu spoke first.
"Have you ever considered this?"
"What?" Zhuang Yan asked.
Li Wu's lips curled upwards. "You've already lost to Team 018 in the first match. If you lose this one, you're out of the playoffs and have no chance for the top eight."
Zhuang Yan's face contorted with disdain. "That's an impossible scenario. Why would I even think about it?"
Li Wu narrowed his eyes. "Whether you think about it or not isn't the point. The crucial thing is how you'll face the aftermath if it happens.
Also, since I have the time, let me share a few more words with you for free.
You've probably been trying to figure out our tactics, right? Well, I can honestly tell you that we don't have any specific tactics against you.
We'll go head-to-head, and I'll beat you with raw power.
By the way, your first summon beast is Rockmaw, isn't it? And as a bonus, our first one is a Goblin!"
With that, Li Wu raised his hand, signaling the end of their conversation.
Zhuang Yan showed no surprise at Li Wu's words, nor did he believe Li Wu's claim about a head-on confrontation.
Team 042 didn't possess such strength; it had to be Li Wu's tactic.
And regarding Li Wu's tactics, Teacher Jiang had already provided guidance.
A cunning breeder like Li Wu wouldn't let his tactics be easily deciphered.
He would surely make you anxious and uncertain, leading you down a path of his choosing.
In such a situation, the best response was to remain calm and execute their plan without wavering. If they did, all of Li Wu's machinations would amount to nothing more than a paper tiger.
Thus, Zhuang Yan remained unaffected by Li Wu's words, adhering strictly to their predetermined strategy.
After both captains ended the conversation with a hand gesture, each team summoned their first beast.
001 Team had chosen Rockmaw, while 042 Team summoned a Goblin.
This was quite unexpected, as both 001's Rockmaw and 042's Goblin were the choices predicted by Li Wu during the conversation phase.
Why, despite Li Wu's prediction, did 001 still stick with Rockmaw and not change their summon order? Was it absolute confidence in their own strength?
As most of the audience was left bewildered, Jiang Beifeng, sitting below the stage, narrowed his eyes.
He was now extremely curious about Li Wu's expression and wondered if his face would show any signs of discomfort.
After all, Li Wu's earlier words on stage were clearly part of a strategic layout, hoping to influence 001 to change their summon order.
But 001 seemed completely unmoved, sticking to their own rhythm. This made it difficult for Li Wu.
"He must have guessed 001's upcoming tactic by now. This is the least favorable tactic for him, and his chances of victory are now almost zero."
Jiang Beifeng couldn't help but think, "This is a battle of wits, and Li Wu is a formidable opponent."
However, given his personality, Jiang Beifeng didn't think he would give up easily.
"He won't surrender, and he might even have a surprise in store for me. Perhaps this surprise lies with the Goblin."
With this thought, Jiang Beifeng's curiosity drew his gaze to the Goblin.
As he carefully examined the Goblin, his mind started to ponder the tactics he would use if he were to open with the Goblin. Meanwhile, on the arena, the battle had already commenced.
At the start of the fight, Rockmaw aggressively launched an offense, while 042's Goblin chose to dodge and avoid the attack.
"Just like the strategy against Team 038, but this Goblin doesn't have any growth skills. What's the purpose of its dodging? Is it simply running away because it can't fight back?"
Jiang Beifeng didn't think so.
In his opinion, with Li Wu's intelligence, there must be a plan behind summoning the Goblin first.
It couldn't be as simple as sending it out to get beaten up.
"There must be a plan, a calculation. But what is it?"
Jiang Beifeng's sharp mind raced as he observed the fight, gathering information, and constantly reasoning out Li Wu's intention behind summoning the Goblin.
As for Li Wu, he, too, was intently watching the Goblin's performance.
As for the purpose of sending out the Goblin, there was no deep calculation or cunning plan. Apologies, but there really wasn't one!
In this match, the Goblin wasn't crucial and could even be considered dispensable.
Li Wu had sent the Goblin out merely to wear down the opponent, and at most, he hoped it could find an opportunity during the fight.
If it found that opportunity and managed to consume the Eight Needles, transforming them into strength, that would be ideal.
If it couldn't find the opportunity, then at least it would wear down the opponent.
But Jiang Beifeng didn't think this way, and neither did Wang Jun from Team 044.
They both believed that with Li Wu's intelligence, there had to be a calculation behind this.
It was definitely there.
So, they stared intently, their eyes wide, as they frantically racked their brains.
After five minutes of this, they had to admit defeat and stop trying to figure it out.
"Forget it, we can't figure it out. Li Wu, as a genius cultivator, is truly unfathomable. Let's just wait for him to reveal his strategy!"
And so they waited... for ten minutes.
(End of Chapter)
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