Chapter 169: Chapter 168: Xiao Wu Takes on Three, Mastering Strength, and Air Blades?
With preparations complete, Zhu Zhuqing and Tang San stood side by side, while Ning Rongrong positioned herself behind them. Tang San was responsible for control and protecting Ning Rongrong, while Zhu Zhuqing focused on the attack.
Tang San smiled faintly at Xiao Wu and said, "Xiao Wu, it's been quite some time since we last sparred, hasn't it? This time, let me show you the strength I've gained after obtaining my third spirit ring!"
Xiao Wu scoffed dismissively. "Oh really? How about you face me one-on-one then? Don't forget, I'm still a few months younger than you!"
Hearing Tang San's words, Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing were left speechless. We're fighting three against one right now, and he actually has the audacity to say that?
Tang San's face stiffened, and he fell silent. Facing Xiao Wu in a one-on-one match right now would be akin to asking for trouble.
On the sidelines, Yu Xiaogang, serving as the referee, didn't care about their banter. He simply announced in a low voice, "The match begins!"
At his command, Xiao Wu immediately activated her teleportation ability. Tang San, alert to her movements, quickly used Blue Silver Grass to bind Ning Rongrong, believing Xiao Wu's first target would undoubtedly be the support-type spirit master.
But he miscalculated. Xiao Wu had only ever planned to target Tang San. So, when Xiao Wu suddenly appeared in front of him, he froze for a brief moment.
Seizing the opportunity, Xiao Wu unleashed her second spirit skill, Charm. Tang San, caught off guard, failed to activate his Purple Demon Eyes in time, despite knowing full well about Xiao Wu's skill, and fell under her control.
In the blink of an eye, Xiao Wu teleported next to Ning Rongrong. Her speed was so astonishing that even Zhu Zhuqing couldn't respond in time. Before Ning Rongrong could enhance her teammates, Xiao Wu struck her neck with a swift hand chop.
Xiao Wu chuckled softly, "Sorry, Rongrong, but it's your turn to step off the field now—"
Ning Rongrong sighed helplessly. She hadn't planned to put up much of a fight against Xiao Wu, but the latter's feint had been too brilliant.
Typically, in matches like these, spirit masters with Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda spirits were the primary targets. After all, their support capabilities were no joke.
Even during their entrance exam, Zhao Wuji had immediately gone after Ning Rongrong. Yet this time, Xiao Wu defied expectations, incapacitating Tang San—the team's strategist—first, before dealing with Ning Rongrong. It was undoubtedly a surprise move for Tang San.
But such tactics could only work with someone like Xiao Wu, who possessed teleportation. Traditional agility-type spirit masters like Zhu Zhuqing wouldn't stand a chance at pulling it off.
On the sidelines, Yu Xiaogang's face darkened. He hadn't anticipated that Xiao Wu would prioritize Tang San over Ning Rongrong. Now that Ning Rongrong was out, Tang San and Zhu Zhuqing had almost no chance of victory without her support.
Moreover, didn't Tang San possess a pair of special eyes? Why hadn't he activated them immediately to counter Xiao Wu's charm?
If they lost this match, the main responsibility would fall on Tang San for making such a fatal error.
Inside the arena, Zhu Zhuqing, seeing that Ning Rongrong was already eliminated, considered finding an opportunity to step down herself. After all, she was well aware of her own strength. Xiao Wu was far stronger, and besides, the three of them were sisters now—how could she fight against Xiao Wu to help Tang San?
As if sensing Zhu Zhuqing's thoughts, Xiao Wu appeared in front of her in the next moment, once again using her Charm.
Xiao Wu's charm skill was more effective against males, and its influence on females was weaker. Moreover, Zhu Zhuqing, with her steadfast mind, wasn't easily swayed. Even with Xiao Wu's enhanced spiritual power, the control only lasted for a brief moment—and that too because Zhu Zhuqing didn't resist.
The two exchanged a knowing look. Xiao Wu then sent Zhu Zhuqing flying with a waist throw.
To the audience, Zhu Zhuqing had clearly lost. After all, Xiao Wu hadn't even used her Eight-Stage Explosive Throw.
Meanwhile, Tang San finally regained his senses. His first action was to activate his Purple Demon Eyes and then assess the situation. Seeing that he was now the only one left on his team, his face turned grim. How could I have been so careless?!
Xiao Wu's spiritual power, boosted by the system, made her charm last much longer than in the original story. Tang San, on the other hand, still relied on cultivating his Purple Demon Eyes to strengthen his spiritual power.
Crossing her arms, Xiao Wu smirked at Tang San. "Well, Tang San, now it's just the two of us. Let's see what you're really capable of!"
This time, Tang San didn't dare let his guard down. Hoping his Ghost Shadow Perplexing Track would help him evade Xiao Wu's attacks, he set up layers of Blue Silver Grass around himself for defense and reconnaissance. If Xiao Wu entered the area, he'd react immediately.
Xiao Wu shook her head in disappointment. "Is this your final move, Tang San?" Though his defenses surrounded him, Xiao Wu's gaze landed on the sky above.
In an instant, she teleported above Tang San's head. However, Tang San smiled faintly—she had fallen into his trap!
From the sidelines, Su Ming sighed inwardly. Xiao Wu underestimated Tang San. How could he leave the air above him unprotected? This was clearly a setup.
"Spider Web Restraint!"
Tang San seized the moment to unleash his third spirit skill, following it up with Blue Silver Bind. The Blue Silver Grass grew wildly, wrapping around even the air above.
Realizing she'd been tricked, Xiao Wu didn't panic. Instead, she thought, What does it matter? In the face of overwhelming power, all calculations are meaningless!
Initially, she planned to teleport away, but then she remembered the system's reward—Strength Mastery. It was the perfect opportunity to test if sheer power could break free from Tang San's Blue Silver Grass.
Since Tang San's Blue Silver Grass hadn't yet awakened its bloodline, its toughness was limited. Xiao Wu didn't believe that her Level 42 strength combined with Strength Mastery couldn't shatter it.
Focusing her spirit power into her right leg, Xiao Wu delivered a powerful whip kick toward the Blue Silver Grass.
Boom!
The Blue Silver Grass shattered like it had been sliced by a sharp blade. Air currents rippled through the arena. Xiao Wu's eyes lit up—This Strength Mastery is quite something. Could I actually generate air blades with my kicks now?
Not sure. Let's test it again!