Chapter 338

The ticking sounds of the countdown resounded in my ears . It was finally about to begin——

“3！”

“2！”

“1！”

Holding the Emperor Qin’s Sword, I commanded my Flaming Tiger God to dash forward with me . When we were about 10 yards away from Q-sword, I immediately positioned my sword as wind energy surged . My movement and attack speed increased by 8% through [Haste]; I darted desperately toward Q-Sword . At the same time, my Flaming Tiger God roared as it grew in size and rushed forward, its four paws covered in raging flames!

With an icy stare, Q-sword also charged toward us with his Frost Beast .

“Ding! ”

Five stars floated above the Emperor Qin’s Sword and targeted Q-Sword . I then heavily struck a [Combo]!

Sparks rose from underneath Q-Sword’s boots as he abruptly came to a stop, dodging the first two attacks from the [Combo] . At the same time, he raised his arm . ‘Ding! Ding!’ Quickly blocking the remaining two attacks that were coming from both the left and right sides . The fifth and final attack hit against his shoulder armor with a “Keng!” before fiercely throwing a punch toward my chest . What a bold move!

Once I felt pressure on my chest, I immediately turned and knocked away Q-Sword’s arm with my right shoulder . With my Emperor Qin Sword, I then struck him with a normal attack to his back as I was turning, bringing out 1400+ damage . At the same time, I put force into my left Divine Battle Boot, causing the air to turn . ’Pi, Pa, Pi, Pa!’ The green tiles beneath my foot to crack as I unleashed a vicious kick!

“Peng! ”

The kick instantly hit Q-Sword’s chest and sent him flying back a good ten meters . However, once Q-Sword retreated, a [Skyshaker Slash] landed on my shoulder, dealing enormous damage ——

1719！

……

“Shashasha…… ”

As his battle boots slid along the stone floor, Q-Sword knelt to the ground with one knee . He then sprung at me, his sword poised to attack . His handsome face was filled with determination, just like mine . In a battle between two high attack players like Q-Sword and I, victory must be decided quickly . There would be no protracted battles between the both of us!

With a jolt of my arm, I swiftly decided to change my attack plan . My Emperor Qin’s Sword abruptly slashed toward my right with a [Wind Blade]; I’ll kill the Frost Beast first before Q-Sword himself!

As the Frost Beast roared, Q-Sword had already activated [Ice Armor] and its defense increased drastically!

1721！

My Emperor Qin Sword could only deal this little damage . Even after the little tiger cub used [Burstfire Raid] and raged past the Frost Beast, it still had 50% health left . Yet, Q-Sword had already charged forward with his sword, demanding my life like the King of the Underworld .

“Hua! ”

The sound of the blade cutting through the air resounded . As I slashed on the body of Frost Beast, it’s frost began to coil around my arms and legs, reducing my movement speed . Unable to perform a quick dodge, I could only lean to the side and block the attack . ”Keng” the sound rang out as I was forced back by Q-Sword’s strikes . I hastily positioned myself; and when the moment presented itself, raised my sword and used [Seven Star Fragment Slash]!

“Hong! ”

Q-Sword and his Frost Beast were both hit . Simultaneously, the Flaming Tiger God lifted its head and roared . [Fierce Roar]!

“Oh no…… ”

Q-Sword’s expression changed . He had underestimated my ability to judge . While he and his Frost Beast were grouped together, my AoE skill would naturally land on both of them . His losses from this weren’t small!

Slightly bending both of his knees, Q-Sword suddenly leaped over as his left foot kicked heavily onto my chest . The him that had comparable strength had used the momentum to apply an even greater force, so naturally I couldn’t withstand the attack . I picked up my Emperor Qin’s Sword and rapidly retreated several steps . I waved my hand for a [Heal] and recovered 1200 health!

Lifting my head up, I heard the screech of a hawk . Q-Sword was jumping at me with his sword raised with a [Hawk Slash]!

“Peng!”

1938！

I retreated several steps . I trembled at the realization that Q-Sword was fighting as if his life was on the line . I immediately activated [Shield of the Crimson Dragon] and put my Emperor Qin’s Sword in front of my chest to block . As expected, Q-Sword violently started cutting towards me with a [Fierce Tiger Burst]+[Icy Spear]!

1210！

997！

Closely after, the wind began to rise and a combo came – [Six Directional Thunder]!

In the midst of the fierce storm, I kept my defensive stance . I drank down a potion and recovered 3000 health while activating [Dragon Knight’s Recovery] at the same time!

Seeing my health rise and fall, Q-Sword’s eyes slowly began to reveal a sense of despair . His body abruptly charged forward as his blade’s tip penetrated my chest plate . His attack was closely followed with a [Destruction Wolf Formation]!

I continued to defend as I commanded my Flaming Tiger God to begin fiercely attacking Q-Sword’s back with a [Flame Claw]+[Blood Drain] . The two attacks pulled Q-Sword’s health straight into critical levels . After a round of attacks, Q-Sword retreated as he gulped down a potion!

“Pa!”

I immediately grabbed onto Q-Sword’s blade, ignoring the pain as I kneed him in the stomach . The time to strike back had finally arrived!

My Emperor Qin’s Sword flashed and sent a [Combo]+[Fierce Ice Blade] . Q-Sword hurriedly activated [Spark Armor], giving him an enormous increase in defense for 7 seconds . I, however, was such a strong opponent that after dealing a series of skills and combos, I dragged Q-Sword’s already critical health even lower as he was pushed back 10 meters . I spread open one hand and before he could recover anymore health, cast [Great Realm of Desolation]!

2422！

A large damage number flew out! Q-Sword’s knees weakened and he suddenly knelt to the ground . His last bit of health had disappeared .

……

1:0 I was victorious in the first round!

A cheer came from the outside . Wan Er, Dong Cheng and Qing Qian were jumping up and down . Old K had raised his battle axe and laughed out loud, “[Zhan Long] Guild Master, strong and unrivaled!”

Song Han had picked up his dagger and calmly stood there with a big smile, “Hmph, Brother Xiao Yao truly is sharp . To think that you could win against Q-Sword like that . Too impressive . Q-Sword is second in CBN battle rankings and is an extremely remarkable person . On top of that, he just defeated several other high rankers like Jian Feng Han so he’s pretty confident in himself . Brother Xiao Yao, you won this round beautifully!”

General Li Mu crossed his arms over his chest and smiled, “There was a miscalculation in Q-Sword’s tactics . The moment he decided to attack the Guild Master first, he was fated to lose . Guild Master’s defense and stamina are just too strong . Q-Sword can’t kill you off in a short time period……”

“Yup!”

Soon, the second round began!

“Shua!” A ray of light brought Q-Sword and his pet Frost Beast back into the arena . He looked at me from afar and smirked, “Li Xiao Yao, you truly aren’t a disappointment . I’m starting to like the idea of you as my opponent more and more!”

I grinned and replied, “Same for me!”

With that, we waited for the countdown to reach 0 –

“3！”

“2！”

“1！”

Suddenly, Q-Sword gave a barely noticeable sign that he was charging forward . As expected, he came right at me with his Frost Beast, his blade pointing in my direction . This was…… a test strike?

I instinctively dodged the attack, then retaliated with my own . I did not expect, however, that Q-Sword was only faking it . His longsword went straight at the Flaming Tiger God behind me . Sure enough, he had changed his plan of attack and was going after my little tiger!

I quickly commanded the Flaming Tiger God to activate [Flame Armor]!

A burst of flame suddenly weaved around the little tiger, increasing its defense . Then, at that moment, Q-Sword suddenly turned around with his blade flashing a dazzling light . He took the chance to heavily land a hit onto my chest while I was commanding my little tiger!

[Afterglow Slash]

1722！

My body suddenly jolted and my mind suddenly went blank . Oh no, I’ve been stunned . [Afterglow Slash]’s stun lasted 1 . 5 seconds . It wasn’t long, but it sure as hell wasn’t short either!

Q-Sword roared out and immediately activated a [Combo]+[Skyshaker Slash]

764！

774！

727！

718！

711！

2218！

Within moments, all of my health was gone!

……

My knees suddenly weakened and my body evaporated into a light that flew out of the arena!

1:1 Q-Sword made his comeback!

Outside, I calmly stood there . Beside me, Wan Er softly said, “It’s nothing, you just lost one round . Continue to do your best!”

Li Mu raised a fist and said, “Q-Sword’s battle tactics are extremely cunning . On top of that, he hid his [Afterglow Slash] which is kind of a crucial skill . You couldn’t even activate [Shield of the Crimson Dragon] . This round’s loss wasn’t too unjust . But thankfully, he already revealed his [Afterglow Slash] in the previous round which meant that all his cards are already on the table!”

I nodded my head with an invigorating smile, said, “Yep, it doesn’t matter . The third round will determine who’s the victor!”

Wan Er lightly smiled and said, “Alright . Looking at your self-confident smile, I don’t have to worry anymore!”

……

“Shua!”

I was sent into the arena again, it was the decisive battle!

We didn’t waste any time for words and just glared at each other . I finally made a decision . Even though I’ve been honing my reflexes on [Destiny] and my battle tactics had already reached a higher level, my instantaneous decision-making was still lacking and my reaction speed was still slightly slower than Q-Sword’s . Otherwise, the [Afterglow Slash] should have not hit me before and even if it did, I should’ve used [Shield of the Crimson Dragon] beforehand to keep a defensive stance so that no matter what happened, I wouldn’t have been killed within 1 . 5 seconds .

The two of us were silent as we waited for the countdown to finish –

“3！”

“2！”

“1！”

The tie-breaker, begins!

After last battle’s miserable defeat, I completely changed my stance . Not only did I forgo all thoughts of defending, I was also actively on the offensive . I picked up my Emperor Qin’s Sword and charged diagonally forward . The angle of my charge just happened to be aimed right at Q-Sword . This type of dash could only be performed by experts like Jian Feng Han . It was a skill that could be considered even above the level of a top tier expert .

“Kong!”

The Flaming Tiger God pounced toward Q-Sword from the side and ferociously swiped his claws as my Emperor Qin’s Sword attacked him straight on . Against such an oppressive offense, Q-Sword only smiled and abruptly slid to the side . With a sweep of his sword, “Keng!” he used his blade to block my Emperor Qin’s Sword . Simultaneously, he used his sword to cut right into the head of my Flaming Tiger God . Then, he moved three steps to the side and activated [Fierce Tiger Slash] and aimed it right at me!

I didn’t give in in the slightest while I violently thrust my sword through his body before turning and giving him a taste of my [Wind Blade]!

1642！

2311！

Q-Sword took the hit but waved his longsword as well, activating a [Fierce Tiger Slash]+[Skyshaker Slash] at the same time . On top of that the [Fierce Tiger Slash] dealt critical damage!

4626！

1982！

I was astonished . Luckily I had cast a [Heal] the second [Fierce Tiger Slash] fell, pulling up my health a bit . At the same time I also activated [Dragon Knight’s Recovery] . As we passed each other, both our healths fell to critical levels . Our potions were also on cooldown, and so for 60 seconds neither of us could recover!

“Puchi!”

As cold wind brushed past his back, Q-Sword violently lashed out and activated [Destruction Wolf Formation]!

My heart froze as I hastily activated [Shield of the Crimson Dragon] to face the onslaught!

“Hmmm!”

In the midst of the destructive light, Q-Sword’s longsword began glowing again, it was another [Afterglow Slash]!

“Keng!”

I heavily pierced my Emperor Qin’s Sword into the stone tiles and forced my body forward . My right Divine Battle Boot suddenly kicked out!

“Peng!”

The force of my kick broke through Q-Sword’s [Afterglow Slash]!

……

“Sha Sha Sha…… . ”

Q-Sword rolled back a few meters, a look of shock colored his face . With a wave of my arms, I activated [Great Realm of Desolation] while, at the same instance, commanded Flaming Tiger God to used [Fierce Roar] .

“Shit…… . . ”

Q-Sword’s eyes were full of despair .

7124！

1772！

[Great Realm of Desolation] dealt the final blow . This strike ended Q-Sword’s journey in the [Rise of Heroes] tournament .

……

2:1！

The sound of the system notice reverberated through the air .

“Ding”

System Notice: Player “Xiao Yao Zi Zai” has defeated “Q-Sword” and successfully entered the top 4 .