The spectator stands buzzed with discussion:
“Their coordination is incredible!”
“The Thunder-patterned Hound's surprise attack was completely anticipated!”
Qi Zimeng clenched her hands and shouted, “Charging Roar!”
The Thunder-patterned Hound took a deep breath, and the electricity it usually accumulated within its body gathered in its throat.
“Boom!”
A thunderous roar swept across the arena, making Ziyue stumble back two steps, and cracks appeared in her Ice Armor.
“What a chance!” Ning Qiu exclaimed, “Contestant Qi Zimeng has seized the opportunity to counterattack!”
Tang Ningzhi, however, shook her head slightly: “No, it's a trap.”
Above the Thunder-patterned Hound, five Ice Spikes had already appeared out of thin air.
The Ice Spike technique landed precisely, blocking all of the Thunder-patterned Hound's escape routes.
Qi Zimeng's pupils contracted, and she urgently shouted, “Diandian, use Lightning Dash to break through—!”
But it was already too late.
Ziyue's Frost Breath followed closely behind.
“Leilei!”
The Thunder-patterned Hound struggled to move, but the frost had already spread to its joints, making its movements sluggish and stiff.
Liu Yi: “Ice Blade.”
Seven Ice Blades cut through the air, all striking the Thunder-patterned Hound's flank.
“Thump!”
The Thunder-patterned Hound crashed heavily to the ground, faint electricity flickering across its body, but it could no longer stand.
The referee began his countdown: “10, 9, 8...”
Qi Zimeng bit her lip, her fists clenched white, but in the end, she didn't call out a surrender.
She respected the Thunder-patterned Hound's will to fight until the very last moment.
“...3, 2, 1! The Thunder-patterned Hound is incapacitated!” the referee announced loudly. “The winner, Liu Yi!”
The entire venue fell silent for a moment, then erupted in thunderous applause.
Ning Qiu's voice trembled with excitement: “Brilliant tactical execution! Contestant Liu Yi has once again shown us the Ice Fox's flawless combat ability!”
Tang Ningzhi nodded approvingly: “Contestant Qi Zimeng also performed exceptionally well, but unfortunately, Contestant Liu Yi's control over the battle's rhythm was too strong.”
Qi Zimeng rushed onto the field and hugged the Thunder-patterned Hound, tears finally falling: “Diandian, you were amazing, sniffle...”
Liu Yi also walked over with Ziyue. She bent down and stroked the Thunder-patterned Hound's head: “Thunder Fang and Charging Roar are very powerful.”
“Leilei...”
The Thunder-patterned Hound weakly nudged her palm.
Medical staff quickly entered the arena to treat the Thunder-patterned Hound.
During the post-match handshake, Qi Zimeng said: “You absolutely have to win it all! Diandian and I will be cheering you on!”
Liu Yi nodded: “I will.”
“Oh, wait, Nanyun will win too!” Qi Zimeng suddenly realized.
Off-stage, Huo Nanyun, who had been preparing to comfort Qi Zimeng after her return, said: “...”
The day's other two Top 8 matches also quickly concluded.
Su Wenxi's Moonlight Marten once again won with an overwhelming advantage.
Pan Xun's Phantom Sound Bat also ultimately defeated Zhu Runli's Little Whirlpool Frog, advancing to the Top 4.
Afterward, the official battle schedule was released.
【Semifinals: August 22nd】
【Su Wenxi (Moonlight Marten) VS Huo Nanyun (Candle Spirit Child)】
【Pan Xun (Phantom Sound Bat) VS Liu Yi (Ice Fox)】
...
That evening, Liu Yi continued to make Ziyue's latent energy pills, while Ziyue remained in the backyard practicing.
Her phone vibrated; it was a message from Baili Jinxuan:
【The Beautiful Master of Cute Shadow: [Voice Message] I'm so sorry, but this year, you won't even make it into the Top 8~】
Liu Yi tapped the voice message, and Baili Jinxuan's modulated voice came from the phone.
Liu Yi: “...”
【Yi: Your internet speed is still a day slow then.】
【The Beautiful Master of Cute Shadow: Hahahahahahahahaha!】
【The Beautiful Master of Cute Shadow: Didn't I just finish the Yunhai written exam and practical combat, and check on you right away?!】
【Yi: What were the results?】
【The Beautiful Master of Cute Shadow: I think I'm set!】
【The Beautiful Master of Cute Shadow: Even if I didn't pass, my family would probably just donate a building to get me an extra spot (Shadow looking guilty.jpg)】
【Yi: I believe you.】
【The Beautiful Master of Cute Shadow: Hehe, good luck in the semifinals tomorrow (p≧w≦q)】
【Yi: Okay.】
Liu Yi put the molds into the refrigerator, put away her phone, and suddenly felt a chill.
...
August 22nd, semifinals venue.
The lights of the Central Arena focused on the center of the field, and the roar of voices from the spectator stands almost lifted the roof.
The large screen continuously played highlights of the four contestants' battles, finally settling on the semifinals battle schedule:
【First Match: Su Wenxi (Moonlight Marten) VS Huo Nanyun (Candle Spirit Child)】
【Second Match: Pan Xun (Phantom Sound Bat) VS Liu Yi (Ice Fox)】
From the commentary desk, Ning Qiu's voice was full of passion: “Everyone! Welcome to the Longwu High School Entrance Tournament semifinals! Which two of today's four contestants will make it to the Finals? Let's find out!”
Tang Ningzhi's gaze swept over the contestant preparation area: “The first match of the semifinals will feature Contestant Su Wenxi and Contestant Huo Nanyun, both of whom possess formidable strength.”
Inside the player tunnel, Huo Nanyun took a deep breath. The Candle Spirit Child floated beside her, its ethereal blue flames flickering gently.
Liu Yi stood in the contestant preparation area outside the player tunnel: “Good luck.”
Huo Nanyun nodded with her back to Liu Yi and stepped towards the arena.
“Semifinals, first match: Su Wenxi versus Huo Nanyun! 3, 2, 1! Begin!” The referee waved his flag.
The moment the referee's flag dropped, Huo Nanyun was the first to speak: “Ghost Fire Flash!”
Five ethereal blue flames burst from the Candle Spirit Child's fingertips.
Su Wenxi's expression remained calm as she softly said, “Crescent Leap.”
The Moonlight Marten's figure vanished abruptly, and all the ghost fire missed! The next second, it reappeared behind the Candle Spirit Child.
“Moonlight Slash.”
A silvery-white blade of light sliced through the air, heading straight for the back of the Candle Spirit Child's heart!
Huo Nanyun: “Shadow Scratch!”
The Candle Spirit Child's shadow instantly twisted, and a Ghost Claw shot out, colliding with the Moonlight Slash!
“Boom!”
Energy exploded, and the Candle Spirit Child used the force to retreat, but the Moonlight Marten's offensive didn't falter.
Su Wenxi: “Moon Dust Breath.”
Shimmering moonlight dust enveloped the Candle Spirit Child. Although the 15% blinding effect didn't trigger, it still dealt damage to the Candle Spirit Child.
From the commentary desk, Ning Qiu's rapid-fire commentary continued: “The Moonlight Marten's offensive is as smooth and fluid as flowing clouds and water! Contestant Su Wenxi has perfectly combined teleportation with her attacks!”
Tang Ningzhi: “Contestant Huo Nanyun and the Candle Spirit Child's response was also brilliant; the timing of Shadow Scratch was perfect, but the Moonlight Marten's speed is simply too great!”
The spectator stands were filled with continuous gasps of surprise:
“Is this the power of an Intermediate pet?!”
“The Candle Spirit Child is completely suppressed!”
“The Moonlight Marten is so elegant!”
On the field, Huo Nanyun still hadn't given up: “Fear Face!”
A twisted, hideous ghost face appeared at close range before the Moonlight Marten.
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