Chapter 61: Knowing Yourself and the Enemy: Xiong Batian's Special Means

Around the Arena, terrifying energy fluctuations churned like boiling water.

In the end, these energies condensed into a massive, transparent barrier, completely isolating the Arena from the spectator stands.

The energy shockwave from the Elephant Clan contestant's self-detonation slammed fiercely into the barrier; the barrier trembled violently, rippling as if it might shatter at any moment.

Zhang Yi's heart jumped into his throat, and he subconsciously shielded Xiao Pu behind him.

"Holy crap, what the hell is that?!"

Long Ge let out a strange cry, flapping his wings, and nearly took a nosedive.

Fortunately, although the barrier was tottering, it ultimately withstood the terrifying impact.

After the explosion, the Arena was filled with smoke, and a choking odor spread out.

When the smoke cleared, the scene on the Arena was shocking.

The Lion Clan contestant lay on the ground, covered in blood and breathing his last; although he had saved his life, he had lost the ability to continue fighting, and it was estimated that this guy would be unable to compete in the upcoming matches.

As for that Elephant Clan contestant, there was nothing left of his body, and he had completely vanished from this world.

The spectator stands were dead silent at first, then erupted into an even greater uproar.

"That barrier is badass! It actually blocked a self-detonation!"

"That Lion Clan kid is really unlucky; he almost ended up finished along with him."

"Serves him right! Who told him to use dirty tricks! Now he's gotten his retribution!"

"Bullshit! In an Arena match, life and death are fated and depend on one's own ability; where does this talk of retribution come from?"

……

Zhang Yi secretly rejoiced; if not for this barrier, he and the Xiao Pu, Earth Dragon, Jubiao, and Long Ge beside him would likely have suffered.

He looked down at Xiao Pu, who was happily gnawing on a spirit fruit, and felt a lingering fear in his heart.

At this moment, the Demon Clan Elder presiding over the Arena match flew above the Arena, and a powerful pressure instantly enveloped the entire venue, causing the noise to come to an abrupt halt.

"Silence!"

The guard from the Demon Saint Mansion responsible for maintaining order on-site had a voice like a great bell, making everyone's eardrums buzz.

"An accident has occurred during this match; it is suspended for a moment!"

He paused and continued: "The Arena barrier was set up to prevent accidents from happening."

"Additionally, I declare here that it is strictly forbidden to use any means that may endanger the lives of Demon Beasts other than the contestants; violators will be disqualified and severely punished without leniency!"

After finishing, the guard turned and left directly.

Taking advantage of the match suspension, Zhang Yi planned to take Xiao Pu and the Earth Dragon and leave the spectator stands.

It is worth mentioning that despite such a huge commotion just now, it actually hadn't woken the little Earth Dragon beside him.

At this moment, this guy was still lying to the side, fast asleep; if the Pterosaur hadn't kicked this heartless fellow, heaven knows how much longer this little thing would have slept.

Compared to the little Earth Dragon's composure, Xiao Pu, who had only been focused on eating earlier, was now badly frightened.

The little one's face was deathly pale, clutching Zhang Yi's wing tightly, refusing to let go no matter what.

"Daddy, I'm scared..."

Xiao Pu's voice carried a hint of trembling.

Zhang Yi gently patted Xiao Pu's head and comforted her: "It's okay, it's okay, Daddy is here."

He found a quiet corner to let Xiao Pu and the Earth Dragon rest.

Looking at Xiao Pu's still-terrified eyes, a fire of anger surged in Zhang Yi's heart.

This damn Arena match was practically a death trap!

It seemed he had to make full preparations from now on to ensure the safety of his family.

Afterward, Zhang Yi began to seriously analyze the strength of the contestants from various clans he had observed earlier, as well as the moves and techniques they used.

He discovered that although the strength of these contestants participating in the Grand Competition varied, they all possessed, to a greater or lesser extent, some powerful skills and trump cards.

If it weren't for that Elephant Clan guy pulling such a stunt today, who knows how they would have died by the time it was Zhang Yi and his group's turn to compete.

"Looks like I need to think of a foolproof plan..."

Zhang Yi looked at Xiao Pu and the others beside him and fell into deep thought once again.

These contestants varied in strength; some were formidable, while others were relatively weak.

Moreover, contestants from different races excelled in different types of moves.

For example, Lion Clan contestants excelled in close-quarters combat, Elephant Clan contestants had immense strength, while Fox Clan contestants excelled in using illusions...

However, Zhang Yi felt that just knowing this was far from enough.

As the saying goes, know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be defeated.

To ensure nothing went wrong, he felt it was necessary to find a way to obtain more information.

However, things like trump cards were secrets that every Demon Beast would never speak of.

Unless they encountered a critical situation, they generally wouldn't reveal them easily.

But how could he obtain more accurate information?

At the critical moment, Zhang Yi could only grasp at straws and pin his final hope on the system.

"System, is there any way for me to know the abilities of these contestants?"

【Ding! Detecting host's request, the system reminds you that the host can consume Spirit Energy to upgrade the skill "Insight Eye"; after the skill is upgraded, the host will be able to detect target information!】

"Spirit Energy? Then what are we waiting for! Hurry up and get it done for me!"

Zhang Yi flapped his wings excitedly a few times.

【Ding! System skill upgrading...】

【Skill upgrade complete!】

As the system's broadcast sounded in his ears.

Zhang Yi immediately used his upgraded Insight Eye to lock onto a tiger demon not far away who was sharpening its claws.

【Target: Hu Dali, Race: Tiger Clan, Cultivation Realm: Great Demon King Third Rank, Skills: Tiger Roar Mountain Forest, Fierce Tiger Descends the Mountain, Tiger Claw Shatters Stars...】

Good grief, this Hu Dali looks rough and burly, but his skills are quite flashy.

Zhang Yi then turned his gaze toward a bewitchingly beautiful woman of the Fox Clan.

【Target: Hu Mei'er, Race: Fox Clan, Cultivation Realm: Great Demon Second Rank, Skills: Charm Eye, Phantom Tracking, Fox Fire Scorches Plains...】

Tsk tsk, this Hu Mei'er really is a vixen; even the names of her skills reek of seductiveness.

Zhang Yi was having a great time, probing the surrounding contestants one by one and recording their information in his mind.

Suddenly, he detected a target he had not expected.

【Target: Xiong Batian, Race: Bear Clan, Cultivation Realm: Great Demon Fifth Rank, Skills: Berserk Giant Bear, Earth Roar, Bear King Shakes Heaven...】

Holy crap!

It's actually a fifth-rank Great Demon!

This Xiong Batian has hidden himself far too well!

Before this, Zhang Yi hadn't noticed at all that this guy was actually so strong!

What surprised Zhang Yi even more was that among the many skills this guy named Xiong Batian had, there was one that was very special.

Devouring Evolution!

"Devouring Evolution? What kind of hellish skill is this?"

Zhang Yi was puzzled.

"System, check the detailed skill description..."