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"Accept your powerlessness, Miss Jiang."
Planets have no physical form, but we can't completely relax. The Flame Demon Witch needs to be careful about her control over reality and illusion.
Jiang Kehan divided her thoughts into two parts, chanting "Multi-elemental Stance" while her hand holding the crossbow was preparing "Physical Barrier," ready to switch spells at any moment.
During these few days of special training, she learned Ariel's specialty, spell transfer, which allows her to prepare multiple spells at the same time and then choose to release some of them.
The cost is an additional drain on magic and energy.
However, what she has no shortage of is magic, which is also the first step she is taking to make Yana Elie waver!
Three of the five planets are fake, and the other two contain different spells. The planets' appearances are just illusions. Yana Elie understands that deception is not just about making up stories—it can also be about meticulously planned surprises.
Because even the appearance of a planet was imbued with a great deal of magic, making (II) Yi Shui Wu Qi Jiu Liu III Er Qi possess power that met the opponent's expectations, thus concealing the magic inside as a trump card.
Whew, her face was a little pale in the firelight. This attack had left her magic power somewhat depleted, but it didn't matter.
How much more powerful can the little witch's magic be?
She was confident that this offensive would confuse her opponent, giving her enough time to prepare for the next attack.
However, this was the moment Jiang Kehan had been waiting for.
In Yana Elie's incredulous gaze, her carefully crafted spell was nullified, and what awaited her was Jiang Kehan's counterattack!
The second-level rare spell, Tide, was used as a control and cover, followed by the third-level spell, Bombardment, to compensate for the damage and catch Yana Eli off guard.
No, how could she possibly have enough magic to counterattack? Just the magic she used to offset my attack was at least 250 points, which is more than Ariel's entire magic power?!
Yana Ellie struggled to withstand Jiang Kehan's offensive, relinquishing the rhythm that had been firmly in her hands to Jiang Kehan.
Jiang Kehan knew that she had achieved the first step of her plan, and the next step was...
and many more!
Jiang Kehan looked at the other person in astonishment. Without hesitation, the spell in her hand transformed into a "physical barrier," saving her life with her magic reserves.
Hmm... how come she still has magic?!
The unexpected outcome threw Jiang Kehan into a moment of panic. She stared intently at the other person, her mind filled with uncontrollable suspicion that she had prematurely entered her first growth stage.
Otherwise, it simply wouldn't match!
As the smoke cleared, Yana Elie appeared before Jiang Kehan, her body tattered and battered, but the black scars left by the relentless bombardment were burning, turning into purple, ethereal flames.
"Not bad, Miss Jiang." She revealed her shark-like teeth, endured the pain, dusted herself off, and looked at Jiang Kehan with a ferocious smile. "However, flesh and blood are fleeting, but magic is eternal!"
"The Origin Spell - Scarred Across the Land can convert spell damage into mana, so don't let me defeat you so easily."
I'd like to see what other tricks you have up your sleeve, hahaha!
Jiang Kehan frowned deeply. This spell was originally on her learning list, but it had a fatal flaw—its principle was to temporarily destroy its own integrity by using the existence of scars, thereby squeezing out more of its magic power limit.
In other words, sacrificing maximum health to increase maximum mana is a complete loss for Jiang Kehan, but it can make up for Yana Eli's lack of mana.
As a turret witch, she had been feeling stifled for far too long!
Ariel looked at the screen with some worry, when she suddenly felt someone tap her on the shoulder, and then Li Hui's voice reached her ears.
"Kehan won't fall so easily; it's just that the victory has shifted from her having the upper hand to a true even match."
Ai Li'er relaxed and couldn't help but retort on behalf of Jiang Kehan.
"I thought you weren't coming. How come you're actually concerned about the other person now?"
Li Hui smiled wryly, tapped Ai Li'er, and then continued.
"You know, I just wanted to give her some space to clear her head, but Yana Elie really went all out. This spell isn't easy to learn."
For a witch, even temporarily denying her own wholeness brings unparalleled discomfort. This is not pain, but an instinctive unease and resistance.
Fortunately, Yana Elie can rely on her instincts as a Flame Demon Witch to offset some of the effects through the exchange of reality and illusion, maintaining a level that allows her to sustain the battle.
However, her spellcasting speed also slowed down, even slower than Jiang Kehan's.
"It's alright, as long as I control the rhythm of the battle, everything will be fine." She gritted her teeth, trying to comfort herself.
Jiang Kehan's tenacity surprised her; the other's magic seemed to be pumped up without ever running out.
Although she was suppressed and unable to retaliate, she was also unable to inflict any significant damage on him. In fact, the damage from the unexpected attack by Chu Yueyi was almost enough to heal her completely!
"Damn it, what kind of pervert is this?" Yana Elie felt she couldn't suppress her anger any longer, and her rationality began to dissipate.
The spell was covered in wounds, and she still wasn't entirely confident in its power.
In her final moments of lucidity, she made a crucial choice, which was also the worst one.
The siren's scales hidden beneath her skin began to pierce through it, covering her entire body, including her face—a posture she rarely revealed.
This also means she intends to engage in close combat.
She arrived almost instantly, her seasoned dueling experience becoming almost instinctive. Instead of flashing directly to Jiang Kehan's face, she appeared a hundred meters away from her opponent and then charged forward using only her physical strength.
This prevented Jiang Kehan from seizing the opportunity of her teleportation using the spatial anchor to launch a counterattack.
Excessive magic coursed through her body, and Yana Elie transformed into a shooting star, approaching Jiang Kehan.
As expected, Jiang Kehan was tormented relentlessly. Sharp nails scratched Jiang Kehan's skin, and rough scales tore away large pieces of flesh.
But Jiang Kehan was smiling.
She had finally made it this far, to this point where the outcome could be decided in her own hands.
Ignoring the excruciating pain inflicted upon her by the other party, Jiang Kehan held onto Yana Elie's arm tightly and spoke with a smile.
"I'm sorry, you're going to lose, Yana Elie."
Yana Ellie's eyes widened as she awaited Jiang Kehan's spell, "Enemy and Foe Share the Same Origin," which Jiang was preparing on her teeth.
She bit down hard on Yana Eli's neck, and the scales on Yana Eli's body began to disappear, while the same scales rose up on Jiang Kehan's body.
Perfect, half for each of us.
It's obvious that even with the increased magical power from being covered in scars, Yana Elie is still no match for Jiang Kehan, this freak.
"Kehan won." Li Hui stopped watching and squatted down on the ground, her eyes filled with heartache.
“Hmm.” Ariel couldn’t bear to watch any longer, but she persevered and finished reading, her tone tinged with concern. “We know Kehan’s will better than anyone, but…”
"I just didn't expect her to go this far."
Li Hui lowered her head, feeling somewhat resentful, and didn't dare to look at Jiang Kehan.
She knew that the other party wanted to make a vow to her, to express their true feelings; otherwise, Jiang Kehan wouldn't have been in such a hurry.
There's no need to go through all that trouble.
The flesh and blood were indistinguishable from each other. Jiang Kehan grinned maliciously, transforming into a demon, and threw Yana Ellie, who was trying to escape, back into the abyss. They rolled in the pool of blood, and if it weren't for their respective combat suits, they would no longer be recognizable as human.
"Victory is mine."
Jiang Kehan doesn't remember why she wanted to win so much; she only knows that she has a reason why she absolutely cannot lose.
Yana Allie, however, clearly lacked the resolve. Tormented by her numerous wounds and the dual torment of being both friend and foe, her eyes rolled back, and she stepped into death.
"Jiang Kehan wins." Lu Xiangtong immediately announced the selection results and teleported to Jiang Kehan to treat her.
This level of injury requires external assistance to stabilize one's mental state.
After Jiang Kehan regained consciousness, Yana Allie was wearing a brand new outfit and reached out her hand to her.
"It's a pleasure to meet you, Kehan. I accept my defeat wholeheartedly."
Behind her was Aier, who rushed over... and Li Hui, who watched her with unbearable sorrow.
Jiang Kehan smiled and looked at Li Hui with pride, as if to say...
See? I deserve to be by your side too, so please don't leave, okay?
Chapter 95 The Price of Losing Before Your Eyes
Jiang Kehan was still somewhat weak. The brutal fighting had triggered her instinctive self-protection, leaving her with little strength and extremely tired.
Aili stepped forward, half-squatting down to hold Jiang Kehan in her arms so she wouldn't fall.
Jiang Kehan looked at Yana Eli's outstretched hand, raised her arm with some effort, and slowly grasped the other's hand.
“It’s a pleasure to meet you too, Yana Elie. You’re very strong.”
Her smile was sincere, but her face was slightly pale, giving her a sickly beauty. Her tone was soft, almost like she was being coquettish.
Yana Elie was in much better condition than her. The state captured by the Life Symbol before the duel was ultimately less affected by memory than instinct.
She took out a bottle of medicine from her bosom and handed it to Aier, but her eyes remained fixed on Jiang Kehan, and she smiled.
"I look forward to meeting you in the official witch duel, and congratulations on becoming the third seat of the academy, Miss Jiang."
This is a small token of my appreciation; I hope it will help with your recovery.
However, glancing at Li Hui, who remained silent behind her and seeing the pity in his eyes, she knew this wasn't the place for her to speak out of turn. So, she nodded to Jiang Kehan and took her leave.
"I wish you a speedy fulfillment of your wishes. I'll be leaving now. With Ariel here, there's no need for me to teach you about your responsibilities as the third seat."
Moreover, I need to take this opportunity to snatch the fourth seat.
Jiang Kehan gave a soft hum, indicating that she understood. The seats in the Witch Academy were not inherited in order of seniority; once lost, they were lost, and the witches had to challenge for them back.
In a way, she added a touch of glamour to the final exams, but it made the little devils in the back seats a bit groggy.
I'm going to get a beating at the end of the semester?! Is there no justice in this world?!
After Yana Ellie left, Ariel carefully fed the medicine she had given Jiang Kehan into her mouth, and said with a reproachful look in her eyes.
"Even if you lose, you'll only lose a few resources, which I can give you. Why are you fighting so hard?"
"If it weren't for the extensive scarring that Yana Elie suffered, you don't know how much more you would have endured."
She wiped away the medicine that had spilled from Jiang Kehan's mouth, feeling a pang of heartache. In her opinion, Jiang Kehan didn't need to suffer like this at all, and spoke earnestly.
"Kehan, giving up is also a sign of wisdom; stubbornness will only lead you into an abyss."
Jiang Kehan didn't speak. She simply turned her head to the side, her eyes shining with a light that couldn't be hidden by fatigue, and looked at Li Hui.
You've arrived.
The two exchanged a knowing glance, understanding each other's unspoken thoughts.
Li Hui opened her mouth, her eyes softening. She squatted down in front of Jiang Kehan, took her hand, and slipped a coin into her mouth.