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Chapter 451: Luck or Strength?
Chapter 451: Luck or Strength? (Requesting Monthly Vote)
Crash! Crush!
The battle raged on, blades clashing relentlessly as waves of energy and metallic screeches merged into a thunderous cacophony. The air trembled, sending invisible shockwaves rippling outward, while gales of power howled around the two combatants.
Traci’s calm facade had shattered. Her brows furrowed in grim determination as she unleashed her full potential, her sword flashing like lightning, striking hundreds of blows per second. Yet Lin Qi parried every strike effortlessly, as though predicting her every move.
The moment her advantage vanished, defeat loomed.
How is this possible…
I’m the Sss-Rank Genius—how could I lose to someone ranked SS?!
Fueled by desperation, Traci activated her Minor Divine Ability. A blinding golden aura erupted from her body, transforming her into a celestial warrior goddess. The sheer force of her power whipped the air into a frenzy.
Tendrils of golden energy surged across her skin, flooding her with renewed confidence. She lunged forward, her blade piercing the air as Golden Radiance enveloped her.
Lin Qi’s face remained placid, his expression unreadable. To him, her movements were still sluggish—her speed had only doubled from 0.25x to 0.5x.
Time to end this.
He’d tested her Golden Radiance ability thoroughly. The objective was achieved; the fight was over.
Golden Edge Power surged through the spear, doubling its might.
Golden Edge Power surged through the spear, doubling its might.
Clang!
The clash sent seismic waves through the air, but this time, the outcome was no longer balanced.
The impact jolted Traci’s sword, her enhanced strength still no match for Lin Qi’s defense. The force rebounded violently, shattering her martial bones and tearing through her muscles.
Her body went numb, her golden blade slipping from her grasp as she soared backward like a broken kite.
Lin Qi advanced, his spear slicing through her neck in a crimson spray. Traci’s eyes widened in shock, her form dissolving into the void.
[Match 5: Victory to Lin Qi (Xia Kingdom)!]
The arena’s AI announced the result, met with thunderous applause and deafening cheers from Xia Kingdom’s spectators. Live chat exploded with their messages.
Another crushing win!
Even an Sss-Rank Genius falls to Lin Qi!
Where’s White Eagle Federation’s laughter now?
In stark contrast, the Silver Rank Federation’s audience sat in stunned silence.
Is Traci even a real Sss-Rank Genius?
Did she throw the match?
How could she lose like that?!
Traci herself felt hollow, her body numb as she materialized back in the stands.
How…
She’d activated her Minor Divine Ability, yet Lin Qi had toyed with her, obliterating her with a single strike.
Havel shook his head. He’d expected defeat, but not this massacre. Last year, they’d battled evenly at the Global Freshman Competition, both relying on Minor Divine Abilities. Now, Lin Qi hadn’t even needed his.
“A terrifying genius,” Havel muttered, echoing the crowd’s awe.
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Vip Stand
Vice Principal Xu Wenji frowned. “Lin Qi’s grown stronger. He made that look easy.”
The Nine Realms’ Mountain and River King nodded. “His hidden strength is staggering. I wonder how far he’ll go?”
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Back in the stands, Jiang Tao grinned. “Knew Brother Qi’d win!”
Jiang Miaoyin added, “Sss-Rank Genius or not—Lin Qi’s in a league of his own.”
Chu Yu sighed. Even he, facing Traci, would’ve struggled to a bloody victory. Lin Qi’s progress was absurd—leaving them all in the dust.
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Round 6
The tournament raced forward. Virtual matches required no restraint—battles ended in minutes. Shen Heng, Ivan, and Genos dispatched opponents in seconds.
Yu Zhuoran, Li Hanjiang, Havel, and Viktor fell in quick succession. Among last year’s Global Freshman Competition contenders, only Lin Qi advanced to Round 2.
By 10 PM, 125 matches concluded. The Mountain and River King’s hologram appeared.
“Congratulations to the 125 winners advancing to Round 6!”
Polite applause followed.
“Winners receive 140 million Xia Kingdom Currency and 4,000kg of Grade 7 Disaster Beast Flesh. Additionally, one lucky contender will bypass Round 6!”
Nervous murmurs spread. A lucky bye meant an extra 10 million currency and 1,000kg of Beast Flesh. The holographic sun rose—projecting a single name.
[Bye: Lin Qi (Xia Kingdom)]
A chorus of groans erupted. “Freakin’ Xia Kingdom’s rigging the system!”
Jiang Tao laughed. “Congrats on the bye, Brother Qi!”
Lin Qi shrugged, inwardly pleased. Skipping a round meant facing tougher opponents later—like the top 63 contenders.
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Vip Stand
Dean Liu chuckled. “Lin Qi’s luck never fails. He’s got the highest bye probability in Xia Kingdom.”
Xu Wenji nodded. “Stronger competitors statistically gain more byes. I wonder how far he’ll go?”
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With Lin Qi’s bye secured, the tournament bracket reset. Matches resumed, but Lin Qi relaxed, observing the fights. Activating Golden Radiance, he analyzed opponents’ techniques, deepening his own mastery.
In the final match, Shen Heng faced a tall female Sixth Realm opponent. Within seconds, Shen Heng’s blade pierced her heart, lightning-fast.
“He’s broken through to the Seventh Realm,” Lin Qi noted.
Chu Yu nodded. “His speed’s insane!”
Wan Ming beamed. “Shen Heng’s a contender for the crown! Maybe Xia Kingdom will win again!”
(End of Chapter)
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