novellhall Chapter 45 War
Chapter 45 War
[Wins +1, Current Record: 1 wins/0 losses]
[Competition Points Earned: 10]
[Ten-win progress: 1/10]
[Should we start the next match immediately?]
"continue."
Matching... Matching complete!
Opponent: Shadow Shuttle (ID: Initial-6321)
Record: 24 wins / 6 losses
[Teleported to Beginner Arena #7...]
This time, the environment transformed into a dark bamboo forest, with the cool moonlight shining obliquely, adding to the sense of gloom.
The opponent did not appear for a long time; only the rustling sound of bamboo leaves rubbing together could be heard.
"Assassin type?"
"Oh, that's disgusting, it's the kind of thing you've never done before."
Despite saying this, Lu Qingfeng remained completely calm, standing still with his eyes slightly closed, his senses quietly unfolding.
One meter, two zhang... three meters away, a bamboo tip swayed very slightly!
Lu Qingfeng kept his eyes closed, but his right hand flashed out and grabbed at the air beside him!
"Sizzle!"
A slender figure, almost blending into the night, was abruptly pulled out of stealth mode by him!
The poisoned dagger in the man's hand was only half a foot away from Lu Qingfeng's ribs, but it could not go any further.
"How...how could you have discovered this..." Shadow Shuttle's voice was filled with horror.
"Breathing, heartbeat, and that stench of your desperate desire to win."
Lu Qingfeng tightened his grip, crushing his wrist bone with a crack, and the short blade clattered to the ground. Immediately afterward, his left fist casually lashed out, carrying his newly integrated armor-piercing power, striking him squarely in the chest!
Ying Suo was instantly pierced through, flying backward like a tattered sack, breaking seven or eight thick bamboo poles before crashing to the ground and dissipating into white light.
[Wins +1, Current Record: 2 wins/0 losses]
[Competition Points Earned: 15]
"Still too weak."
Lu Qingfeng frowned slightly.
If this continues, not only will it fail to improve your skills, but it may also breed laziness. You'll spend all your time playing against weaker opponents, but what will you do when you actually encounter a stronger one?
Lu Qingfeng really needed to know his combat level among those of the same rank, otherwise, where would his safety come from?
He brought up the light screen, selected the "Designated Sparring" option, and adjusted the matchmaking criteria to opponents who are good at either strong offense or defense.
[Filtering criteria complete; currently searching for competitors who meet the criteria...]
[Search complete! Suggested opponent: Rock Armor (ID: Initial-1198)]
Record: 31 wins/4 losses, winning percentage 88.6%
【Features: High defense, earth-type enhancement, strength-based】
"……confirm."
A few breaths later, the arena environment transformed into a desolate Gobi Desert, with howling sandstorms.
Standing opposite was a burly man even more imposing than the one who had broken the stone earlier. He was nearly 2.5 meters tall and covered in gray-brown rock armor, with only his eyes showing.
He had no weapon in his hand, but his fists were bigger than a clay pot.
"A newcomer dares to challenge me by name?"
Rock Armor's voice hummed from beneath the stone armor, "Commendable courage, but I'll show you what desperate defense is."
[Battle begins!]
Rock Armor let out a low roar and clashed his fists together. A layer of earthy yellow light shone on the surface of his stone armor, which was his proud active defensive skill.
He strode towards Lu Qingfeng, each step causing the ground to tremble and sand to fly.
This time, Lu Qingfeng didn't dodge; instead, he charged straight at him!
The two clashed like two raging bulls!
boom!!!
The shockwave exploded, and a sandstorm erupted!
Rock Armor was shocked to discover that its rock breastplate, which was strong enough to withstand heavy crossbow fire, had been cracked like a spider web by the opponent's shoulder ramming!
The other person simply took half a step back and shrugged.
"The strength is good."
Lu Qingfeng commented, a hint of interest finally appearing in his eyes, "Again."
"Rock Slide Hundred-Crack Fist!"
Rock Armor roared, its arm muscles bulging, yellow light bursting from the cracks in its stone armor, and its fists rained down like rain!
Each punch carried the power to crush boulders, blocking all of Lu Qingfeng's evasive angles.
Lu Qingfeng didn't intend to dodge; he simply held Chongyue horizontally in front of him.
Cut off the momentum, open!
clang!clang!clang!
A series of rapid explosions erupted, sending sparks flying everywhere!
Despite the barrage of attacks, Chongyue's broad sword remained unmoved, while Yan Kai's gauntlets began to crack, the recoil causing his arms to go numb.
"How is this possible... My power is clearly..."
"Have you had enough?"
Lu Qingfeng suddenly spoke, interrupting Yan Kai's thoughts, "Then it's my turn."
With a flick of his wrist, Chongyue switched from defense to offense, unleashing a surge of powerful counterattack.
Rock Armor hurriedly crossed his arms to block.
Click!
The stone armor shattered completely, and a clear cracking sound came from the arm bones!
Yan Kai screamed and staggered backward. Before he could regain his footing, Lu Qingfeng's second strike had already arrived, a simple tap.
puff!
Yan Kai spat out a mouthful of blood mixed with fragments of internal organs, and flew sideways, carving a furrow more than ten feet long in the Gobi Desert, as white light rose.
[Wins +1, Current Record: 3 wins/0 losses]
[Competition Points Earned: 25]
[Ten-win progress: 3/10]
A faint murmur arose from the spectator stands.
"Is this kid cheating?"
"There's actually someone whose defense is stronger than Rock Armor during their apprenticeship?"
"Isn't that right? His active skill is harder than a tortoise shell!"
It's rare to see such a clean and decisive victory over a high-win-rate opponent in the beginner zone, especially when the opponent is known for their defense.
Lu Qingfeng, however, was not very satisfied.
Rock Armor's defense is indeed tough enough, but its attacks are too clumsy and monotonous, failing to put any pressure on him.
"We need a stronger opponent..."
He looked at the [Points Mall] on the light screen, quickly browsing the available enhancement items. He was dissatisfied with many of them, either because he couldn't afford them at the moment, or because they were not practical at all.
However, there was one thing in the corner that pleased him:
[Scene Challenge Ticket (Random)]
Consumption: None
Effect: Randomly generates an extreme environmental scenario and matches you with an opponent adapted to that environment. Combat rewards are increased by 30%.
Note: For Challengers Only, Limited to One Use Only
P.S.: 666, who would trade these things except for masochists? —A fighter who can overcome higher levels, an invincible force. ■■
"I've decided on you."
Lu Qingfeng redeemed the next combat opportunity.
[Scene Challenge Ticket Used!]
[Randomly Generated Scene: Lava Hell]
[Matching you with an opponent who excels in fire-based or high-temperature environments...]
Match completed! Opponent: Jinliu (ID: Chu-0873)
Record: 49 wins/2 losses, winning percentage 96.1%
【Characteristics: Fire element affinity, area-of-effect damage, quick draw (official title)】
[Teleported to a special arena...]
The scene before my eyes changed drastically.
The arena transformed into a small, constantly erupting volcano, with scorching, dark red rock beneath your feet. Golden-red lava surged from the cracks, and the air was scorching and distorted, burning your lungs with every breath.
In the distance, a river of lava flows slowly, occasionally bursting into bursts of hot foam.
Thirty feet away, a man with flowing red hair stood in mid-air, his feet resting on a swirling ball of flame.
He wore a dark red robe, held a staff inlaid with fire gems, and his eyes burned with tangible flames.
"The Lava Hell... what a perfect stage."