Chapter 513

Teacher Li, what happened after that?

Yeah, Teacher Li, how did Director Jiang win afterwards?

Could it be that, in the end, it was still Teacher Jiang who gained the upper hand in the psychic weapon showdown and thus won the match? Someone recalled the previous words and asked.

Someone recalled the previous words and asked.

That's not the case.

Teacher Li shook his head and explained: "Whether it was Director Jiang or Teacher Sun, neither could gain an advantage in psychic weapons; ultimately both sides' spiritual power was exhausted."

Spiritual power exhausted?

They actually fought it out to this point?

Everyone exclaimed in surprise.

Then how did Director Jiang win?

Close combat.

Teacher Li slowly uttered four words.

Close combat?

Everyone looked at each other.

Director Jiang, he still does close combat? No, no, no, I mean, Director Jiang's close combat is formidable?

"How could it be just formidable? It's downright terrifying!" A teacher watching onsite exclaimed excitedly: "Director Jiang almost instantly killed Teacher Sun."

What! Instant kill!

Instant kill!

No, impossible?

Those listening had their minds go blank.

Although Spiritual Thought Masters' close-combat ability is generally inferior to Force Warriors', Teacher Sun is still a Fifth-level Spirit Master; even if his close combat is weak, it's impossible for him to be instantly killed by an opponent, right?

"I know you don't believe me, but that's the truth—we saw it with our own eyes," Teacher Li took a deep breath and continued: "After both sides' spiritual power was exhausted, Director Jiang first grabbed his knife and rushed toward Teacher Sun; seeing that, Teacher Sun also rushed forward; they exchanged only a few blows, perhaps just the blink of an eye, before Teacher Sun's throat was slit by a knife and he was eliminated."

Yeah, at the time none of us reacted to what had happened.

Not just us; hardly anyone at the scene expected this outcome; everyone thought they'd definitely have to fight another round—who knew it would end so quickly?

That's right; only after hearing explanations from those around us afterward did we understand: it wasn't that Teacher Sun's close combat was weak, but that Director Jiang's close combat was too strong.

Director Jiang's close combat is too strong?

Yes, whether it's blade technique or body technique, Director Jiang's mastery surpasses Teacher Sun's; of course, the premise is that everyone's strength is at the level of a Ten-level Force Warrior or a Ten-level Spirit Thought Master; if this were reality, Director Jiang would certainly be inferior to Teacher Sun, after all, the gap in their realms is there.

Teacher Li added, he also feared that today's words would spread and reach Teacher Sun's ears, making the latter dissatisfied with him.

That's natural, but even if they're both at level ten, Director Jiang's blade technique and body technique surpass Teacher Sun's, already seeming unbelievable, right?

Yeah, Teacher Sun is still a Fifth-level Master; even if he doesn't usually train, his close combat wouldn't be too weak.

Anyway, he's far stronger than us.

Teacher Li nodded, "That's right, but there's nothing we can do; Director Jiang's strength is greater. I heard people say that even sixth- or seventh-level masters regard Director Jiang as a formidable opponent, saying that if it weren't Teacher Sun on the stage but them, they might not necessarily defeat Director Jiang in close combat."

Upon hearing this, everyone present showed looks of shock.

No way?

Director Jiang being able to match Teacher Sun in psychic weapons is already impressive; hearing Teacher Li say that, it seems Director Jiang might be even stronger in close combat?

I know even if I say these things, you still won't really believe them, but that's okay

Teacher Li smiled slightly, a hint of pride on his face: "Tomorrow the finals round begins; you can join us to watch, on one hand to verify whether what we said today is true or false; on the other hand, you can also join us in cheering for Director Jiang."

Upon hearing that, everyone exchanged glances, hesitated a moment, then all nodded.

Even if Teacher Li didn't say that, they already had that intention in their hearts.

After all, in previous academy grand competitions they would also go to watch the finals round, but this year is different, with the addition of Jiang Cheng as an unknown factor.

Now the whole institute is buzzing; otherwise they wouldn't have come here to ask for details.

No problem, Teacher Li; tomorrow we'll go together to the match to cheer for Director Jiang.

Right, hope Director Jiang can press on, defeat his opponent again, and advance to the second round.

The second round almost means making it into the top ten, right? Someone drew a sharp breath.

I heard that this time, a total of 23 people made it into the finals round.

Then after the first round ends, 12 people will enter the second round, which is almost the top ten.

Top ten—what does that mean? Not to mention the Alchemy Workshop, even their office hardly has anyone capable of that.

"Yeah, top ten," Teacher Li gazed upward, his face glowing: "If Director Jiang can make it into the top ten, that couldn't be better; if he could go further and reach the top five, that would be even better!"

Teacher Li, according to your meaning, wouldn't it be even better if Director Jiang directly took first place? Someone joked.

Hahaha.

The whole venue burst into laughter.

That's right.

For the second round, only twelve people can advance.

Then for the third round, only six people can participate.

In the final round, only three people remain; at that time they'll pair off to battle for first, second, and third place.

I was thinking that, after all, if Director Jiang takes on disciples, our whole Alchemy Workshop would share in the glory; but the problem is, the others aren't weak either—they're all sixth- or seventh-level masters; Director Jiang defeating one or two of them is indeed possible, but wanting to defeat everyone? I think the chances are minuscule. Teacher Li said while shaking his head.

Moreover, making it into the top five is already excellent; our Alchemy Workshop has existed this long, and no one has ever reached this point.

Yeah!

The other teachers from the Alchemy Workshop, upon hearing this, all felt deeply moved.

Not to mention the top five; even making it into the top ten would leave them satisfied.

And don't forget, this year is only Director Jiang's first year participating in the Grand Competition; there will be many opportunities ahead. With Director Jiang's talent, plus diligent training in the future, there may well be Hope to win first place in some future Academy Grand Competition!

"How lively it is!" At that moment, a voice sounded from outside the door.

Everyone was startled, and they all looked over.

"Director Ma!"

"Director Ma!"

(End of chapter)