Chapter 347: Champion

Chapter 347: Champion (5000-Word Chapter)

"Crack!"

"Clang!!"

Lin Qi and Havel’s long spears clashed, sending shockwaves of Vital Force rippling outward with every collision. Their movements stirred gales of wind, while invisible ripples of air pressure spread across the battlefield.

"Faster! Faster! Faster!!"

Havel’s mind screamed as his spear grew even swifter, his attacks accelerating to their limit. Under relentless pressure, his Rainbow Metamorphosis Spear Techniques began breaking through!

His control over Vital Force sharpened to razor precision, his speed reaching blinding peaks. Yet he felt trapped in an invisible net woven by Lin Qi, unable to break free. His techniques—every thrust, slash, upward strike, and downward pierce—were effortlessly countered, as if Lin Qi had already seen every move before it happened.

Twelve exchanges had passed, yet Lin Qi remained unfathomable, his depth unknowable.

"Clang!"

Another collision sent a jolt of Vital Force through Havel’s body, numbing his arms and igniting pain across his entire frame. He’d long stopped feeling discomfort—now every nerve screamed.

Lin Qi was a peerless powerhouse, a monster who’d crushed Viktor with sheer strength. Each blow through the spear felt like a mountain collapsing onto Havel’s frame.

"This can’t keep going—I’ll lose for sure!"

Havel’s expression darkened, his trembling arms mirroring the turmoil in his mind. The battle had unfolded nothing like he’d imagined.

He knew his speed intimately. His mastery of the Lightflow Body Arts combined with the Rainbow Metamorphosis Spear Techniques, enhanced by his top-tier physique and the Light Special Ability’s blessing—his Vital Force itself seemed forged for velocity.

These advantages stacked, making his speed unmatched—surpassing even Japan’s Miyamoto Kyonichiro. Only Xia Kingdom’s SS-Rank prodigy Yu Zhuoran had ever rivaled him.

Yet Lin Qi, another Xia Kingdom genius, was an anomaly. His black long spear looked heavier than Havel’s, yet Lin Qi wielded it like a feather, his speed not just equal—but superior!

"How?!"

A fleeting wave of despair crashed over Havel, but he crushed it instantly.

He was an SS-Rank Genius, a titan among warriors, forged with unshakable mental fortitude and combat instinct. His mind raced, sharp eyes dissecting Lin Qi’s spear techniques for a weakness.

Their skills were evenly matched—same stage, same caliber. The only gap lay in physical strength.

A direct confrontation was unwinnable. He’d need strategy.

Havel’s gaze swept the ruined battlefield—collapsed buildings, mangled cars. Inspiration struck.

"Clang~"

"Whoosh~"

Havel lunged with his silver spear. Lin Qi parried effortlessly with his black spear, a black dragon weaving through the air, neutralizing the attack. Lin Qi sensed it was time to end this.

"Havel’s about to activate his Minor Divine Ability!"

"He’s out of alternatives—he needs it to win!"

"Zoooom~"

Havel’s body recoiled backward like a white streak of light.

"Boom!"

He thrust his spear into a nearby wrecked car, sending it flying toward Lin Qi. Simultaneously, his eyes flared crimson. White-and-red patterns surged across his neck and face as terrifying pressure erupted from his body.

Minor Divine Ability—Scarlet Radiance Transformation—activated!

His aura skyrocketed, white vapor billowing from his form. His breath turned to scorching winds, each exhale unleashing torrential power.

In an instant, his body constitution skyrocketed. Blood surged like a breached dam, Vital Force coursing through muscles, sinews, and bones, supercharging them with mystical energy. His entire being thrummed with vitality.

Ecstasy washed over Havel as he reveled in the power. This was the might of a Minor Divine Ability.

"Shoooom~"

In a blink, his silver spear flashed like a rainbow, piercing the air.

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On the Vip Stands:

Rod, the strongest warrior among the White Eagle Federation’s delegation, sat center-stage. His golden mane and muscular frame radiated power, his arms crossed in stoic silence.

At first calm, his brows had furrowed as Havel faltered under Lin Qi’s pressure. Now, seeing Havel’s transformation, his expression eased.

"What an intelligent decision!" Golden-Haired Woman beside him remarked.

The grizzled Rod nodded. "None of us expected Xia Kingdom’s Lin Qi to dominate Havel so thoroughly!"

"This is a genius surpassing even Yu Zhuoran!"

"Most fighters would collapse under such pressure—doubt, despair. But Havel stays sharp, seizing every sliver of opportunity!"

"He’s not just gifted—he’s got unbreakable will and combat instinct!"

Golden-Haired Woman watched the arena. "Looks like Havel’s killer move will end Lin Qi!"

Rod affirmed, "He’s unleashing his ultimate strike!"

"The Rainbow Metamorphosis Spear Techniques merges mind and body, turning the user into light itself, closing in on light-speed!"

"One of the fastest Intent-Level techniques ever!"

"Yu Zhuoran lost by a mere 0.1 seconds to this move!"

"Havel never misses a chance once he grasps it!"

"Victory is within his reach!"

The spectators nodded—this attack would turn the tide. The championship was inches away!

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On the Xia Kingdom Stand:

"Lin Qi’s in danger!" someone blurted.

Leaders frowned, seasoned martial artists all. To them, 0.1 seconds meant death.

Havel’s timing was perfect—the flying car diverted Lin Qi’s focus, creating the opening for his fatal strike. A moment’s lapse in combat was often fatal. Martial artists stayed hyper-focused, watching every detail.

Dean Liu clenched his fists, muttering, "Lin Qi, hold on!"

Mu Hong gripped his seat, knuckles white, his calm exterior belying inner turmoil.

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Among the Crowd:

The audience leaned forward, hearts pounding.

"Brother Qi, dodge it!" Jiang Tao leapt up, shouting.

Faces tensed, palms sweaty. The situation looked dire for Lin Qi.

Yu Zhuoran clenched his fists. If Lin Qi lost, Xia Kingdom’s honor would crumble.

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Back on the Battlefield:

"Whoosh!"

Lin Qi’s black spear flashed like thunderous lightning, his speed leaving deep footprints. As the car hurtled toward him, shadow engulfing his form, he swung his spear upward in a sweeping strike.

"Crack!"

The moment his spear touched the car, a primal fear surged in his gut. His Mind’s Eye Innate Talent screamed a warning.

Danger!

Simultaneously, from behind the car, Havel surged forward like a beam of light, his crimson aura blazing.

"Boom!"

His body radiated red light, Primordial Energy and Rainbow Vital Force merging into radiant beams coating his silver spear. Man and weapon fused into a single entity, slicing through air faster than thought.

The car exploded sideways.

Havel emerged in Lin Qi’s vision, his spear tip glinting, a blade of pure killing intent slicing through the world.

《Rainbow Metamorphosis Spear Techniques》Second Killing Move—Rainbow Pierces the Sun!

"Die!!"

Havel pushed his body beyond its limits, his spear techniques breaking through to new heights, his killing move accelerating to lethal speed! Under the effect of his Minor Divine Ability, his velocity exceeded 80 meters per second. This lightning-fast strike should’ve ended Lin Qi’s life!

"Shhhuu!"

Lin Qi activated his Minor Divine Ability in the same instant—but it was too late. When his power fully erupted, he’d already be dead!

Time seemed to slow. Lin Qi’s body reacted instinctively. His leg muscles erupted with power, his entire body twisting sideways at an impossible angle. In that critical moment, his reflexes saved him.

Whoosh!"

Suddenly, the world slowed before Lin Qi’s eyes. His body moved faster, his neck mere centimeters from Havel’s spear tip. He felt the razor-sharp edge and surging vital force slicing across his throat, a brutal force aimed at crushing his windpipe.

In that instant, Lin Qi’s body trembled as he unleashed his own vital force, channeling raging energy to withstand the blow.

But the sting of near-death remained.

"What?!"

Watching Lin Qi evade his killing move like a ghostly apparition, Havel froze in disbelief. His attack—dodged?! How was this possible?! Shock clouded his mind, but he swung his silver spear again, desperate to finish the fight.

His chances of victory had plummeted, but not vanished. He still had a chance!

Boom!"

"Whoosh!"

The ground shattered beneath their feet as the shockwave of their clash engulfed them. Lin Qi exhaled sharply—this time, he’d nearly died. Havel’s skill was formidable, explaining how he’d defeated Yu Zhuoran. But now, it would end here!

Crash!!"

A terrifying aura erupted from Lin Qi as he activated his Minor Divine Ability—Golden Vajra Transformation! His body radiated golden-red light, his eyes blazing with divine radiance, his frame swelling with power. Unknown forces surged within, amplifying his physical prowess.

His muscles burned like volcanoes, strength igniting, senses sharpening. He locked onto Havel, their distance closing from three meters to none.

Havel twisted mid-air, thrusting his silver spear in a final killing move.

"Die!!"

Eyes wide, teeth bared—he would end this!

Whoosh!"

Lin Qi spun, his waist the axis, muscles and sinews generating endless vital force. The energy spiraled like a cyclone, merging with primordial energy and erupting through his arms, his projection blending with the surrounding gale.

"Whoosh! Whoosh!"

The storm condensed. Seizing the moment, Lin Qi gripped his black spear with both hands, unleashing it alongside the tempest in an upward slash that seemed to lift mountains.

《Sky-Shaking Spear Techniques》Second Killing Move—Mountain Sundering!

"Tsiiii!"

The killing move struck. His black spear lunged like a sea dragon, tearing the air apart. Both warriors unleashed their ultimate strikes.

Havel aimed to pierce Lin Qi at maximum speed—but Lin Qi had already predicted his move. The two spears collided.

Boom!!"

At the point of impact, Lin Qi’s monstrous strength and vital force surged like a breached dam, torrents of energy bursting forth.

Paaaff!!"

The air exploded, shockwaves rippling outward. The pressure warped the atmosphere, sending invisible blasts across the battlefield. The gale-force winds raged between them.

Crack! Crack!!"

Havel’s face contorted—a thousand-pound weight crushed his body, force penetrating every organ. Beyond his muscles’ endurance, beyond his bones’ resilience, the impact shattered his senses. Blood erupted from his mouth, his internal organs ruptured like porcelain, his arms snapping under the pressure. Yet he clung to his spear—his body flying backward like a broken kite.

"I..."

Havel felt death’s grip—his body ruined.

Whoosh!"

Lin Qi erupted like black lightning, his spear gleaming with cold light.

Whoosh!!"

The strike pierced air like ten-thousand-ton thunder.

"This spear..."

Havel’s eyes widened at the fatal blow.

Paaaff!!"

The spear pierced his chest.

Boom!"

Collapsing to his knees on the concrete, Havel stared at Lin Qi, his voice trembling: "So fast... your spear..."

"You’ve surpassed me in speed and skill."

"I have no regrets in defeat!"

Lin Qi gazed at the fallen golden-haired warrior, once radiant, now broken. He spoke solemnly: "Havel, you’re no weakling."

With those words, Havel dissolved into nothingness.

Lin Qi sheathed his spear, his power fading.

[Final Match: Lin Qi (Xia Kingdom) Victorious!]

...

"Ladies and gentlemen!"

Xu Wenji’s projection appeared, his voice electrified: "What a battle! These two warriors have delivered a historic clash destined for legend!"

"Let us applaud Xia Kingdom’s Lin Qi for defeating White Eagle Federation’s genius, Havel Wright!"

"As an Unawakened warrior, he toppled elite after elite, shattered records, and now claims the unprecedented title of Unawakened Champion in the 35th Freshman Competition!"

"Let us honor Lin Qi, Xia Kingdom’s champion of the 35th Global Freshman Competition!"

...

The arena fell silent for seconds, then erupted.

Clap! Clap! Clap!!"

Thunderous applause and cheers shook the stands. Xia Kingdom’s fans leaped to their feet, fists raised:

"Victory!!"

"We’ve done it again! This time—we’re champions!!"

"Xia Kingdom takes the crown!"

"Lin Qi’s unstoppable! He’s swept every opponent!"

"Elite S-Rank, SS-Rank genius, even Minor Divine Ability masters—he’s crushed them all!"

"Let White Eagle Federation boast now!"

In White Eagle’s stands, only scattered claps met the announcement. Faces twisted in disbelief. Some buried their heads in despair. Havel—their invincible genius, the effortless champion, the Superman of their hearts—had fallen. They’d believed he’d conquer Xia Kingdom, but the mountain remained unconquered.

Havel reappeared in the stands, eyes distant. Beside him, Black man Levin Madison gawked in shock.

"Hey, brother", Levin clapped his shoulder, "chin up."

Havel exhaled, forcing a smile: "I’m fine."

Listening to the roaring applause, watching Lin Qi on the field, he murmured: "Xia Kingdom’s a monster. To think he’s still Unawakened."

"His physique outclasses mine—speed, strength, reflexes, all superior. Even my spear felt slower."

"Only Xia Kingdom could birth such a genius. I accept my defeat."

Levin nodded. He knew that despair—the same he’d felt facing Sss-Rank geniuses. Havel’s loss stung, but the battle had expanded his horizons. He’d gained more than he’d lost.

But White Eagle’s leaders weren’t so philosophical. Their expressions darkened as the weight of defeat settled over them.

(End of Chapter)

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