Chapter 591: Chapter 588: Am I Crazy, or Is This World Crazy?

The second contender, Amaterasu, although a support, used the bizarre Black Fire to impose various troublesome negative statuses on the opposing archer!

Though the opposing archer delivered a burst of long-range physical output, Amaterasu effortlessly dispelled it with the passive dance of Professional Skills.

Ultimately, Amaterasu claimed victory, while the archer fell in a fit of choking induced by the scorching Black Fire, feeling terribly aggrieved.

The third round saw Shiyi take the stage, facing the enemy Caster.

Bai Pu paid special attention to Shiyi’s match.

The opposing Caster had quite substantial strength, as any team making it to this stage of the elimination matches typically comprised Level 6 Enhanced Elites or Hero Professions.

However, the Caster didn’t manage to force Shiyi to reveal her true power.

Faced with a series of elaborate magic attacks, Shiyi darted forward, weaving and leaping as though dancing, instantly closing the gap with the opponent.

[Deer Dance], a type of body technique skill, not only accelerated her movement but also allowed her to forcibly break free from the Caster’s Spirit Lock! She narrowly avoided the incoming magic missile by a hair’s breadth, showcasing astonishing flexibility in her waist.

With Bai Pu’s keen eye, he could even see the magic missile passing over the peaks of Shiyi, stirring up a wave of rippling motion.

Upon nearing, Shiyi bent her waist slightly, raising her hand to strike the enemy Caster’s waist—indeed, being over six feet tall, Shiyi needed to bend down to target her opponent’s waist.

As the Caster retreated, he released an Arcane Shock, attempting to push Shiyi away and slow her down.

But Shiyi’s body glowed with a flash of green Fighting Qi, and with a graceful slide-like motion, she abruptly closed the distance by half a body length!

Her outstretched hand was like an enthusiastic dance invitation, clutching the enemy Caster’s hand, twirling him around several times. With a forceful pull, she slammed him to the ground, dissipating the accumulated magical energy instantly.

From that point on, the tempo was entirely Shiyi’s. A series of strikes, akin to dancing moves, culminated with a throw technique finale. The damage inflicted was astonishingly high, consisting primarily of takedown damage unaffected by Armor mitigation, and in less than ten seconds, she sent the opponent out of the arena.

"Dance Daoist Family, truly fascinating." Bai Pu watched with narrowed eyes, observing that Shiyi quite enjoyed the combat process, not so much fighting for life and death as attending a mutual dance event.

This caused Bai Pu to furrow his brow slightly, sensing that even Shiyi’s personality might have undergone significant changes.

However, today’s focus wasn’t solely on Shiyi, but on Blood Spider.

Blood Spider, playing the role of Deputy General, faced off against the opposing team’s captain, the Tank Profession "Ascetic."

Ascetic is a special Profession, emphasizing enduring impoverishment and proving his devoutness. The more devout an Ascetic, the higher the comprehensive enhancements brought by Professional Skills [Path of Asceticism].

The Ascetic’s steel staff whistled through the air, striking the ground with such force it seemed it could split stone and crack monuments.

However, Blood Spider’s figure was as elusive as a phantom, with the steel staff unable to even graze her clothes! She moved like a blood phantom, weaving around her opponent, while threads of blood mist continually swirled around the Ascetic.

Minutes later, the Ascetic was breathing heavily like an ox, yet Blood Spider remained composed and energized, as if merely taking a leisurely stroll.

Knowing he was outmatched, the Ascetic could only raise his hand in surrender, and Blood Spider triumphed without drawing a sword, defeating the enemy captain—a Level 6 Hero Profession who had comprehended the Mountain Mystical Arts.

In the individual challenge segment, Xili Institute of Technology won the match four to zero, leaving Bai Pu without the chance to compete in a duel, thereby sparing even the necessity of a team battle.

The contrast compared to last year was striking.

The college communities across universities exclaimed that the wolves had arrived, and who would have thought that Xili Institute of Technology, previously just a one-man show with four weak links, would have everybody ascending significantly, now exuding the aura of a truly strong team.

The enhancement in the Xili Institute of Technology’s team strength was partly due to Bai Pu’s influence, attracting experts like Amaterasu to join.

The other aspect was the large resource allocation from the education department, used to nurture the players, leading to a substantial increase in the strength of newfound talents like Shiyi and Mountain Hermit.

The audience, initially disappointed at not witnessing Bai Pu in action, instead found renewed zeal with the remarkable breaking news that followed.

[University Competition & Pinnacle Title Match?]

[Gangxin registered for the Celestial Human War and has already received a Challenge Letter]

"Whoa, is this news for real?"

"A sophomore entering the Pinnacle Title Match, is it me who’s gone mad, or the world?"

The comment sections were abuzz.

Understandably so, given the vast skill gap between university students and the Pinnacle Title Match, akin to a high school student announcing a challenge to the world’s toughest math problems; people’s first reaction was one of absurdity.

"Rumor has it, Gangxin not only registered for the Celestial War but also for the Power King War!"

"Ha, mere publicity stunts, mad for fame. I could also sign up for the five major titles, even if it’s just a one-round wonder; at least the heat is well worth it," stated self-proclaimed rational students.

"Did anyone above really dig into the details? The Celestial Human War’s Challenge Letter requires Spirit Realm Will audit before issuance; Power King War eligibility needs over two hundred in Power Attributes, also audited by Spirit Realm Will! This indicates Gangxin has the strength, at least close to the level of a Candidate big shot, right?"

...

Advanced Boundary Land, Celestial Mansion.

"Uncle! Look at this news..."

Haotian was utterly incredulous, "Gangxin actually dared to register for the Celestial Human Title War?"

In Haotian’s mind, Gangxin was of similar strength to himself, at most slightly superior.

Whereas Uncle Cyan Vault, a contemporary Celestial Being, possessed immeasurable power and depth.

Just over half a year since their last encounter, Gangxin intended to compete against his uncle on the same stage?

Cyan Vault glanced at the news, squinting his eyes: "I’m aware of this news now... Gangxin, after all, is a young person without foundation, too hasty. Even the Candidate level alone is enough to give him a tough time."

"Indeed, without guidance from elders, Gangxin registering for the Pinnacle Match might end up being a huge joke. Uncle, the news stated Gangxin has already used his Challenge Letter, with Spirit Realm Will matching him against a Celestial Human Candidate opponent... can you find out who it is?"

As a holder of the Celestial Human Title, Cyan Vault possessed relatively high authority within the scope of the Celestial Human Title Match.

After a brief inquiry, he displayed an amused expression:

"Goodness, the first opponent matched is Nine Netherworld... Haha, this is quite a rival of mine; without the [Phoenix Wing Gilded Halberd], even I wouldn’t be entirely confident in winning."

Haotian, having heard Uncle Cyan Vault recount the last Celestial Human War, understood Nine Netherworld’s prowess and displayed an expression of schadenfreude:

"Looks like the Spirit Realm Will isn’t fond of Gangxin either, deliberately setting him up for embarrassment! With global live coverage, it’s going to be quite the spectacle!"