Chapter 426: Can't Win

Chapter 426: Can't Win

"The semifinals are officially over!"

"Since the captain of the orc royal court team, Hawk, voluntarily surrendered, the winner of this match is..."

"The Dragon Kingdom team!"

"Let's congratulate the Dragon Kingdom team for advancing to the finals!"

The referee's voice echoed along with the whistle.

Whoosh!!

The audience erupted into applause with excitement on their faces.

The semifinals were decent!

Although it wasn't as thrilling as the battle against the Holy Light Empire team, they still got to witness the non-specialist's summoning system tactics.

And the true strength of the orc royal court team's captain!

It's worth noting that Hawk is only level 62!

Yet now, with the support of his 'Gigantification' talent, he could rival a divine beast in terms of size and attributes.

In his gigantic state, all of Hawk's attributes were significantly enhanced, and even Ling Zhan's venomous insects and Red Flame Birds couldn't deal effective damage to him.

This wild boar orc had practically achieved the body of a divine beast.

His future prospects are boundless.

"It's just a shame he encountered this non-specialist. I feel like if Hawk had faced Norton, it would've been a real back-and-forth fight!"

"Agreed! It's unfortunate that Hawk is so low-profile!"

"But regardless, we still have to congratulate our Dragon Kingdom team for winning!"

The Dragon Kingdom's audience was different from the audiences of Fuso and the Free Federation.

Their conduct was far more refined.

In the past.

The audience of the Free Federation would always hurl arrogant and insulting comments whenever their country's team lost.

But the Dragon Kingdom's audience would first compliment the opposing team and then congratulate their own team.

This way, it wouldn't be too hard for the losing side's audience to bear.

They didn't resort to mockery or unnecessary praise.

After seeing the opponent surrender, Ling Zhan also dismissed his contract spirit army.

Just as the outside world speculated.

He hadn't even unleashed the full potential of this summoning system.

The true terror of this summoning system...

Actually lies in the chain reactions caused when Ling Zhan orders all his contract spirits to self-destruct.

For example...

Combining this summoning system with his spirit-controlling and corpse-controlling techniques.

Moreover, even after these contract spirits become undead, they can still maintain their bond effects.

In other words...

Ling Zhan's summoning system essentially has two lives, providing him with two chances for error.

More crucially...

This tactical system is especially effective on the battlefield.

Particularly in battles involving thousands of combatants.

Additionally...

Ling Zhan's 'Spirit Mastery' has already been upgraded to A+.

When this skill was only at F-level, it could only control undead in a basic manner.

The same was true for corpse control.

It could only manipulate corpses to serve him.

But now...

There have been significant changes!!

After being controlled, all undead and corpses retain part of their memory and consciousness.

Despite this, they cannot defy their master, Ling Zhan.

This means that once an enemy unit dies, Ling Zhan can immediately turn them into an ally, and they retain 70% of their original strength.

Of course...

All of this is still just a theory Ling Zhan had in mind, and he had planned to test it during the battle against the orc royal court team.

But unfortunately, the other side couldn't hold out long enough.

The most frustrating part for Ling Zhan was that he really wanted his contract spirits to die quickly, but they were too damn tough.

The enemy couldn't even kill them if they tried.

"Alright, another easy win!"

"Next up, we'll win the championship without even trying!"

The Dragon Kingdom team members joked at this moment.

They weren't worried in the slightest anymore.

They were certain they would win the championship match!

"After this tournament, we need to start thinking about our future plans."

"Since we're about to enter our senior year, we can decide whether to head to the frontlines or return home."

Many of the team members began to plan for their lives after graduation.

Ling Zhan, on the other hand, wasn't thinking that far ahead.

At this moment.

Hawk and his team members approached.

Ling Zhan had actually shown mercy to them.

He simply poisoned them to death.

If it had been the Fuso or Free Federation teams, he would've let the venomous insects feast on them before they surrendered.

"We admit defeat wholeheartedly! We are convinced of our loss!"

Hawk's ugly face showed a genuine smile.

In response, Ling Zhan smiled back, nodding and shaking his hand.

The other orc team members all looked at the handsome and impressive figure of the non-specialist with admiration on their faces.

"Ling Zhan, if you ever have time, you're welcome to visit the orc royal court!"

"Sure, I'll definitely come."

Ling Zhan nodded as well.

Then both teams left the arena.

Speaking of which...

The orc royal court team was the first defeated team to come over and greet them afterward.

And they didn't show any signs of dissatisfaction or resentment on their faces—only respect for Ling Zhan.

That was truly rare.

All the teams Ling Zhan had defeated before, whether it was from the Muling Empire or the Forest of Elves.

Or the Free Federation and the Holy Light Empire.

They had all left the arena with sour faces after their defeat.

That was quite unfriendly.

If they knew what Ling Zhan was thinking right now, they would probably cry.

Damn it!

You wiped out our entire team, how could we possibly come over and greet you?

"One hour break before the final team match!"

After the two teams exited the secret realm, the official commentator announced the intermission.

"Hurry up, go to the bathroom!"

"The final showdown, Dwarf Empire vs. Dragon Kingdom!"

"Honestly, there's no need to anticipate it, the Dragon Kingdom is guaranteed to win!"

"I just want to see what new tactics Ling Zhan will try!"

"..."

Many of the audience members left their seats with excitement.

Ling Zhan also returned to the preparation area.

"What strategy do you plan to use next?"

Li Chaoge approached Ling Zhan with a playful smile.

A faint, orchid-like fragrance lingered around Ling Zhan's nose.

It was a scent unique to a young girl.

"Haven't decided yet."

Ling Zhan responded coldly.

It was the truth.

And he was also feeling a bit weary.

Not physically tired.

But mentally drained from the constant battles.

"Then let's just finish it quickly."

Li Chaoge nodded.

It would indeed be a swift battle.

After the one-hour break ended.

The referee couldn't wait to call both teams to the stage.

It's worth noting…

Bonnie, the captain of the Dwarf Empire team, who had been full of fighting spirit earlier.

Now had a face full of helplessness.

She had no choice.

There was just no way to win!