Chapter 251: Chapter 251: The First Battle

The morning passed quickly.

Ethan continuously provided Charles with practical training, focusing primarily on Icy's demonstrated strength from yesterday.

Particularly on his self-created combat technique, Asura!

Charles also discussed Icy's Asura combat technique with Ethan. They didn't know the specific principles behind it.

Every self-created combat technique is unique, tailor-made for the individual who created it.

Other Beast Masters simply cannot replicate it.

Through yesterday's battle, Charles could clearly feel that when Icy used the Asura combat technique, he seemed to become a weapon.

Every part of his body could be used to attack, turning him into a tool for eliminating his opponents.

Moreover, in that state, Icy's physical attributes were further enhanced, and his reflexes improved significantly.

At the same time, he managed to maintain perfect clarity of mind. In contrast, Finn also used his trump card combat technique, but it seemed to affect his rationality. His eyes turned blood-red as he relentlessly attacked.

If Charles faced Icy using the Asura combat technique, he would absolutely be plunged into extreme danger.

If he couldn't complete his self-created combat technique during the fight, he would have to try to buy time and see if he could launch a counterattack when Icy's energy was depleted.

"Charles, the path to becoming strong is always rugged." Ethan said slowly.

After watching the live stream, he didn't dissuade Charles because he understood that only by pressing forward and achieving victory after victory could one truly become strong.

As far as he knew, Charles had never experienced failure since arriving in Genosha Calivia.

He could sense a momentum beginning to build around him, a confidence that was crucial.

If Charles failed during the challenge of the Reaper's Scythe, the momentum and state he had accumulated might never be regained.

That would be a tremendous loss for Charles.

The phrase "the heavens and earth all share the same strength" referred to Charles's current state!

"Don't worry, Teacher Ethan, I won't fail." Charles replied.

He couldn't afford to fail!

Whether it was the intelligence from the Dawn organization, the alchemy materials needed by Teacher Colton, or the matter of his self-created combat techniques.

Everything hinged on the battle with Icy. If he failed, nothing could continue.

Charles had a feeling that if he couldn't complete his self-created combat technique this time, it might take a long time to try again.

After a simple lunch on the second floor of the cafeteria.

Charles took a short break before turning back to the training room.

The weight of his Overlord Heavy Armor had been adjusted to its maximum, and he still felt a slight discomfort, but he estimated that he would be fully accustomed to it in a couple of days.

At that point, he could take off the Overlord Heavy Armor before battle, and his strength would be even greater.

Facing Icy in combat, his chances of victory would also be significantly higher.

Time passed little by little,

and as night approached, the discussions online grew increasingly heated.

People continuously compared the gap between Icy and Charles, especially regarding the self-created combat techniques.

Some analyzed that Charles had never used combat techniques in previous battles, and since he was a civilian.

The vast majority believed that Charles wouldn't be able to use combat techniques at all!

Although it was evident from last night's battle against three Gold-level Level 4 Beast Masters that Charles's strength was on par with Finn's, and perhaps even slightly stronger.

Without combat techniques, Charles was simply no match for Icy!

"What do you mean he doesn't have combat techniques? Charles has been in the Cyber Academy's Trial Tower, and he must have understood combat techniques!"

"Come on, in such a short time, what combat techniques could he possibly have grasped? I've heard the Trial Tower is incredibly difficult."

"I'm from Cyber Academy, and Charles's strength is beyond your imagination. He has already broken the records from the first to the third levels of the Trial Tower!"

"So what? Icy has self-created combat techniques. Does Charles have any?"

"Regardless, I support Charles. He will definitely achieve victory."

Disputes like these were constantly unfolding online, with supporters of Charles being a minority.

There weren't many students at Cyber Academy, and they couldn't debate with thousands of netizens, so their voices were weak.

The mainstream opinion still held that Charles would likely defeat other ace Level 4 Beast Masters, but when facing Icy, he would definitely fail.

If he didn't concede, he'd probably end up like Finn—badly injured, unconscious, and then urgently sent to the hospital.

In the Taylor family of Genosha Calivia,

Zane and his father Benson were discussing in the study.

"Father, I think we should let that Level 4 Beast Master fight Charles first. It's not easy to approach Icy." Zane expressed his opinion.

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He primarily focused on Icy's preferences, hoping to get closer to him.

However, everyone in the underground world had little understanding of Icy, they only knew that the leaders of the Genosha underground held him in high regard.

Even being a member of the Taylor family wouldn't allow him to approach Icy.

Originally, Zane had planned for Icy to fight Charles and to take lethal action, killing Charles on the spot.

Now it seemed that this plan was going to fall through.

If Icy seriously injured Charles, preventing him from continuing his subsequent challenges, wouldn't that mean losing the opportunity to kill Charles altogether?

Benson was also deep in thought.

He had been unable to find any concrete information about Icy, he only knew that Icy came from the Haunted Marsh.

"The underground world is not as simple as you think. The ace Level 4 Beast Master we are trying to recruit also carries significant risks. If we provoke Dawn, it could be problematic." Benson said slowly.

He understood the forces behind the underground world, although his contact with them was limited.

Still lost in thought, Benson waved his hand, sending Zane out of the study.

After a while, he finally spoke up and asked, "When can I expect the items I requested to be delivered?"

The shadows in the study rippled, and a figure emerged from the darkness, replying, "It will be delivered tomorrow night."

Benson's eyes lit up, he could hardly contain his excitement.

The reason he was willing to take risks and collaborate with a mysterious figure was for that vial of miracle drug that could elevate him to an Level 8 Beast Master!

Once he became an Level 8 Beast Master, the Taylor family, possessing two Level 8 Beast Masters, could attempt to take control of all of Genosha!

At that point, no one would be able to stop him!

Taking deep breaths to calm his racing heart, Benson had already decided that tomorrow night, he would have that ace Level 4 Beast Master drink the red miracle drug.

Eliminate Charles directly!

Even if the people in the underground world notice something unusual, they won't immediately investigate everything, because chaos is about to ensue in Genosha.

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By the time they uncover the connection to the Taylor family, Benson will have already become a Level 8 Beast Master, and at that point, he wouldn't fear anyone!

Countless undercurrents are surging beneath the seemingly peaceful facade of Genosha.

Some ordinary citizens feel nothing at all, but only a select few at the top have sensed something amiss and are conducting investigations.

In addition,

there are those living in the slums. Mark has noticed many unfamiliar faces appearing in the slums over the past few days.

As a well-known figure in the Crossroads, Mark possesses a sense of danger that is not typical among ordinary people.

He quietly roams around, visiting all the convenience stores and restaurants in Crossroads, gathering useful information.

"Recently, someone has been buying a lot of supplies, and the number of food takeouts from the restaurants has increased compared to before." Mark said to Sam.

Since the live-stream incident, their relationship had grown closer, and they communicated from time to time.

Now, Mark shared his discoveries, curious to hear Sam's thoughts.

"This is not something we should get involved in, it feels like something bad is about to happen." Sam frowned.

Even if they had noticed these irregularities, as civilians, they had no means to act.

"Yeah, I plan to warn everyone to stay indoors for a while and avoid going out as much as possible." Mark replied.

Sam nodded, he felt the same way.

"Do you think we should tell Mr. Charles? It shouldn't affect him, right?" Mark hesitated.

Sam said, "There's probably no need. We don't have any substantial findings yet, so it's not appropriate."

The two reached a consensus and then began to inform the residents of Crossroads.

By evening, the once bustling Crossroads had suddenly fallen into an eerie silence.

At the same time,

in the underground world,

Charles stood in the entrance tunnel of the octagonal cage, with Celestine gripping his shoulders tightly, trying to help him relax.

He still didn't know who his opponent for today's battle would be.

Charles lifted his head and looked at the dark passage opposite him, where someone was emerging amidst the cheers of the audience and the announcer's introduction.

Celestine watched intently, only breathing a sigh of relief when she realized the person was not Icy.

"Today is not that one-armed youth." Celestine said with relief.

Charles nodded, speculating in his mind whether this person wanted to see his strength once more.

Then, it was his turn to enter the arena.

Sparse cheers and scattered applause erupted, indicating that he didn't have many supporters.

That didn't matter to him, since it wasn't Icy, Charles planned to resolve this quickly.

If he could finish early, he would have more time to visit Jace and Finn in the hospital later.