Chapter 21 - Battle Begins, One Against Two!

Chapter 21 Battle Begins, One Against Two!

“Greetings, rookies and judges! On this lush summer day with birds and cicadas chirping, our Awakened Home has welcomed the annual team combat test! I am today’s host, Hu Yang. It is my honor to meet all of you rookies here! On behalf of our chief, let me welcome all of you!”

The host on stage was giving an impassioned speech, and there was a round of applause below the stage.

“Now, let me explain the rules of the test!” Hu Yang smiled. “First, there is no ranking for this test. This is just a chance for all the rookies to get to know each other and to display their abilities on the stage.”

“Second, the test will be two-on-two. Only the winner and loser will be decided. If someone doesn’t have a strong subordinate, the seniors around the sports field will intervene. Please pay attention!”

The territory of the Awakened Home consisted of 14 abandoned university teaching areas, as well as 14 grassy fields of various sizes. The only criterion for the location of the battle test was which piece of land was still good.

After all, there was no lack of outstanding talents every year. For a moment, the field was destroyed by their subordinates. However, compared to witnessing an exciting test, no one paid attention to the damaged field.

And this year, the most talked about was the battle between Lucia and Cui Anyu.

The two of them not only had outstanding looks, but they were also rare top-notch talents, the ultimate battle between an A+ and an S!

“I love to watch women fight, especially beautiful women!”

“Ugh! That’s so funny. Don’t you guys think it’s a pity for two beautiful women to fight each other? Wouldn’t it be bad if they got hurt?”

“Are you the only one who cares about women? Open your dog-licking eyes and take a good look. They still have their partners to protect them!”

“Eh? Why haven’t I seen the person beside Cui Anyu before? He’s also good-looking!” “I bet on Cui Anyu! I bet on Cui Anyu! Let’s go for it! The bike will become a motorcycle!”

“I bet on Cui Anyu! Her S-rank is guaranteed!”

“Lucia came in earlier than her to receive training, so she has more battle experience. I bet on Lucia.”

“Cui Anyu! I bet 20 dollars!”

“Lucia, go for it! It’s up to you whether I eat meat or steamed buns for the next half month!”

The atmosphere in the audience was more heated than in the stadium. Everyone was filled with anticipation for the battle between the two women.

Lucia stood on one side of the field with her arms crossed and a confident smile on her face. On the other side, Cui Anyu’s eyes were filled with anxiety, and she kept glancing at Yu Guang with worry.

Yu Guang was probably the only person who was calm and collected.

“Are the rookies on both sides ready?” The host and referee, Hu Yang, asked in an excited voice.

“Wait!” Lucia raised her hand to interrupt him. “The partner Cui Anyu brought is a beastmaster. Show us your subdued beast first!”

Hearing her voice, the noisy audience gradually quieted down. A beastmaster showing their subdued beast was a sight that could only be seen from the frontlines. Everyone was looking forward to seeing if this handsome young man had the strength to match his face.

Cui Anyu secretly felt that things weren’t looking good. Just as she was about to step forward and cover Yu Guang’s mouth, she heard him say, “I don’t have a subdued beast

yet.”

Actually, strictly speaking, Cui Anyu was Yu Guang’s subdued beast. However, since they had an agreement already, Yu Guang knew that he would be looked down upon. So, he insisted that he didn’t have a subdued beast.

As expected, the audience burst into laughter.

“Hahaha! I thought he’s some powerful figure, but it turns out he’s just a show-off!”

“Give me my money back! I want to bet on Lucia!”

“And me! i’ll double my bet on Lucia!”

“What’s the point of this match?! Lucia and her parent are both A, so she just casually KO-ed her opponent.”

Most of the audience now was leaning towards Lucia. The remaining few just had a lot of money to burn, and they chose Cui Anyu purely because of her good looks. They did not even think highly of her.

“I knew it.” Yu Guang sighed helplessly. As expected, people were only used to looking at the surface.

He was worried that Cui Anyu would be affected, so he turned around to comfort her. However, he saw Cui Anyu looking straight ahead with a determined gaze. All the mocking and booing could not enter her ears.

Cui Anyu opened her mouth and said calmly, “I’m sorry. It was my thoughtlessness that caused you to be ridiculed. However, it’s too late to say anything. Hide behind me later. I’ll definitely protect you!”

At this moment, her decisiveness made Yu Guang look at her in a whole new light. After all, Cui Anyu almost cried because she had become her familiar, but now she was able to stand alone and face her own shortcomings. She didn’t make trouble for no reason. Under that indifferent and beautiful face, there was actually a burning heart.

Yu Guang didn’t answer her, but a faint smile appeared on his face. Since he was here, how could a girl fight alone? How could she lose?

He did not say it out loud. Instead, he nodded without changing his expression.

Lucia, who was standing opposite him, heard their conversation clearly. Her heart was filled with joy.

She turned to Han Nan beside her and said, “When I attack Cui Anyu later, take advantage of the opportunity to sneak attack her little lover. There will be a reward if you win!”

If the relationship on the competition stage was stronger than that of a comrade, it might only be about benefits. When Han Nan heard that there was a reward, his already high-spirited fighting spirit instantly exploded.

After the pre-competition clamor was completed, both sides were ready.

Hu Yang held the microphone tightly and announced loudly, “Let the fight begin!”

It was about to start! Cui Anyu took the lead to rush toward Han Nan at lightning speed, and crystal-clear snowflakes fell everywhere she went.

Han Nan was scared by her fierce momentum and instinctively took two steps back. He kicked his left leg and then his right leg, but he fell to the ground.

Boom!

Lucia blocked Han Nan and received Cui Anyu’s fist. The two of them, one fire and one ice, instantly released white steam from their palms.

The anxious atmosphere was ignited. The two of them immediately moved away and retreated.

“Hehe, if you want to touch my partner, ask your lover boy to come up and help you.” Lucia sneered and hid her slightly trembling

arm.

Cui Anyu had used all her strength in that attack just now, so she was the one who had been thrown out of the arena by the impact. Facing a strong opponent, Lucia became even more excited.

Without waiting for Cui Anyu to stabilize herself, she immediately followed up with another attack.

Her body was surrounded by a crimson light, swimming on the surface of her body. As she released her skill, the temperature of the arena gradually increased, and many spectators were sweating profusely. Even the four senior night watchmen guarding the edge of the arena could not help but raise their hands to fan themselves. Cui Anyu faced the battle head-on. She frowned slightly and pursed her lips into a thin line. The snow that surrounded her was blown onto the faces of the spectators along with the ice particles. The rising temperature suddenly dropped, freezing the spectators to the point that their teeth were chattering.

The arena was divided into ice and fire by the two of them, relying on their intense skills in an attempt to suppress each other!