Chapter 24: The Wrathful Woman

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Feng Xiaotian and Shui Bing'er's attitudes left Huo Wu deep in thought. The group came from three different academies and was both friends and rivals.

Huo Wu and her brother Huo Wushuang's duo could enhance their combat synergy and strengthen the overall power of the Blazing Academy.

Tianshui Academy was one of their opponents. While Xue Wu rarely participated in one-on-one matches, she still needed practice, so Shui Bing'er's idea was quite reasonable.

Feng Xiaotian had a clear focus: disregarding records and points, he wanted to test the synergy of different combinations to enhance the new team's overall strength.

Among them, only Feng Xiaotian knew how terrifying the Spirit Hall team's strength was. If Tang San hadn't used Tang Sect's hidden weapons to poison people, the Shrek Seven Devils would have been crushed by the Spirit Hall's Golden Generation.

Feng Xiaotian aimed to defeat the Spirit Hall team fairly and knew he needed to find ways to enhance his team's overall strength. It wasn't just about integrating water; fire integration was crucial, ideally reaching a state of perfection for a better chance of winning.

Originally, Huo Wu thought Feng Xiaotian and Shui Bing'er's duo would last until the end of training. Now, it seemed she might have a chance to team up with Feng Xiaotian as well.

Shui Bing'er patted Huo Wu's shoulder.

"What are you thinking about? Xiao Luo called for you. It's almost time for your match."

Huo Wu snapped out of her thoughts.

"Oh, let's go quickly then."

Shui Bing'er linked arms with Huo Wu, encouraging her as they walked:

"You're the first among us to compete. Do your best! I believe in you, and we'll be waiting for good news."

"Thanks!"

Shui Bing'er was kind-hearted, beautiful, and capable, the ideal type for most boys. Feeling Shui Bing'er's goodwill, Huo Wu felt a bit guilty for having previously viewed her as a rival and envying her.

They arrived at the soul fighting area.

Huo Wu was about to go on stage.

Feng Xiaotian and the others watched from the soul master stands.

The announcer introduced:

"Next, we have the first one-on-one match of the tenth soul fighting arena. The participants are two Soul Sect level soul masters! They are Huo Wu, the Soul Master with the Beast Spirit Fire Shadow, and Liu Gang, the Soul Master with the Beast Spirit Gorilla.

Liu Gang has won three matches in a row, while this is Huo Wu's debut. Who will take tonight's victory? The match will begin shortly."

A burly man stepped onto the soul fighting platform.

The man, nearly two meters tall and heavily muscled, looked like a strength-type soul master.

Xiao Luo whispered:

"That guy is really big and looks strong. I wonder if Huo Wu can defeat him."

Huo Wushuang smiled calmly, knowing Huo Wu's strength well.

"Just watch. Huo Wu isn't afraid of strength-type soul masters. Besides, she's quite irritated right now."

"Huo Wu is angry? Who provoked her?"

Before Huo Wushuang could answer, an enraged Huo Wu had already jumped onto the stage.

The audience's attention was immediately drawn to this strikingly beautiful and tall woman.

Her fair face, delicate features, and long, dark red wavy hair that reached her waist, resembling a flame, made her stand out.

The once-silent audience became lively.

"How old is that girl?"

"She looks under 18."

"The announcer said she's a Soul Master? That doesn't seem right."

"Why does she look so angry? Was she forced to get on stage?"

Huo Wu's appearance as an upset girl earned her considerable support from the audience.

Liu Gang, simple-minded and strong, softened upon seeing the beautiful girl.

"Little girl, what's wrong? Who made you angry? If you don't want to fight, just step down. I don't want to hurt you."

Huo Wu frowned and snapped:

"If you want to fight, then fight. No more nonsense! Make your move, and don't say I didn't warn you!"

Liu Gang, startled, did not take the initiative.

Unable to hold back her anger any longer, Huo Wu lashed out.

"A grown man being so timid—what a joke! Take this!"

Huo Wu activated her third soul skill, Repelling Fire Ring.

A dazzling, ring-shaped flame erupted and spread across the platform.

This skill could repel opponents within its range, with the distance depending on the soul master's control.

Strength-type soul masters usually had strong defenses.

Seeing Huo Wu's Repelling Fire Ring coming, Liu Gang did not dodge.

He was confident he could withstand the attack.

However, the next moment, the fight was over.

Liu Gang's body was struck with tremendous force and then hurled off the platform, landing on the ground.

Huo Wu retracted her soul rings, a hint of a wicked smile on her face.

The entire soul fighting arena fell silent, with the audience in shock.

The announcer was also stunned, wide-eyed.

No one expected the match to end so quickly.

The victory went to the girl. She managed to unleash such astonishing power and defeated Liu Gang, who had achieved three consecutive wins, with just one move.

Liu Gang got up from the ground, looking dazed.

"Wow, you're really impressive. I lost."

"I'm a bit impatient, and you weren't fully prepared. Would you like to have another match?"

"No! I concede!"

Liu Gang had come to terms with the reality. The moment the Repelling Fire Ring hit him, he realized Huo Wu's soul power was far superior.

She was a fire-type soul master, naturally difficult to handle.

Repelling Fire Ring was only her third soul skill. If she used her fourth soul skill, it would likely be even more challenging to withstand.

"You're the strongest female soul master I've seen in your age group. I hope you can win more matches in the upcoming rounds."

With that, Liu Gang walked away.

On the soul master stands, Xiao Luo exclaimed:

"Huo Wu can actually go toe-to-toe with that strength-type soul master and win! She's amazing! Indeed, an angry woman is not to be trifled with."

Shui Yue'er nodded in agreement.

"Huo Wu went on stage for the first time without any stage fright and displayed such impressive momentum. It's something we can all learn from."

Huo Wushuang smiled, pleased with his sister's performance.

The audience suddenly erupted into enthusiastic cheers.

Huo Wu became the center of attention.

The announcer, finally snapping out of his shock, rushed to the platform and announced loudly:

"The match is over! Soul Master Huo Wu wins, with a record of 1 win and 0 losses. Liu Gang's record stands at 12 wins and 6 losses."

After the match, Huo Wu passed by the soul master stands, exchanging high-fives with everyone.

"Huo Wu, you were incredible!"

"You did great, setting a good example for us. Keep it up in the next match!"

"Yes, I won't give up easily."

Touched by everyone's enthusiasm, Huo Wu felt confident about the upcoming two-on-two matches.

As the competition continued, Shui Yue'er grew increasingly nervous.

(End of Chapter)