Chapter 297: Lei Shen Zhi? Jing University Is Stunned!

In the coach's spectator seats, Vice Principal Xu Ping of Jing University was slightly surprised when Ling Shuang, usually so quiet, spoke to him.

But when he heard the content of her words, he couldn't help but twitch his mouth.

Yesterday he didn't dare bet on the singles match, and now Wang Qi has been defeated by Xu Jingming and is fighting injured.

Jing University's win rate is under thirty percent—how could he possibly dare to bet?

So he quickly waved his hand: "No, no, I don't have that much confidence in our team yet."

"I see... well, alright then." Ling Shuang retracted her gaze with a hint of regret.

Also feeling regret was Jiang Mo, Vice Principal of Jin University, sitting not far away.

The SS-class resource lost to Mo University two days ago still pained him deeply.

Too bad he didn't get to see Xu Ping lose a resource too...

On the arena,

Mo University's team quickly formed their formation.

Unlike previous positions, Xu Jingming did not stand at the front this time.

Instead, he stood further back, beside Yao Fang, who handled ranged output.

At the very front, about fifty meters ahead, stood Kong Shi with his great shield and battle knife, and Shen Dongling with her dagger.

"Huh, look! How has Mo University changed their formation?"

"Indeed, Lei Di has moved to the back."

"What's going on? Isn't Lei Di supposed to lead the charge?"

"......"

Keep in mind that

Team match formations are highly deliberate.

Sometimes, a match's outcome can be decided entirely by positioning!

Seeing Mo University suddenly adopt a formation never shown before, many spectators were taken aback.

In truth, Mo University had only ever used Formation One and Formation Two.

Formation One was originally Professor Yang Zhen Tian's surprise for Jing University, but it was prematurely used against Jin University.

So after that match ended, Professor Yang devised Formation Three.

Specifically prepared to counter Jing University...

"Could they be trying to one-shot them with Lei Shen Zhi like last time against Jin University?"

One spectator speculated, but was immediately contradicted by others:

"Lei Shen Zhi is powerful, but that only worked because Jin University's formation was too clustered, giving Lei Di a chance for a one-hit kill.

You've already used the same trick once—how could Jing University not be prepared?"

Indeed,

Absolute Defense granted Jing University terrifying defensive power.

But they could only huddle entirely inside the shield, unable to move.

They were easy targets for area-of-effect techniques.

Yet if they spread out slightly, their damage output dropped significantly.

And as spectators noted, on the arena, Jing University's five members were positioned extremely far apart.

The distance between each of them was at least thirty meters or more!!

Clearly to guard against Xu Jingming's Lei Shen Zhi.

Even, upon seeing Lei Shen Zhi begin to charge, they would spread out even further.

This was the advantage of intelligence.

"Does Mo University intend to treat Xu Jingming as a ranged output unit?"

Su Qingli, a ninth-rank Law Saint, immediately saw the purpose behind Mo University's formation.

Once the match began, even if Jing University launched a charge,

Kong Shi and others would hold the front, giving Xu Jingming ample time to cast his techniques.

"But isn't he better at close combat? Why this positioning?"

In Su Qingli's clear eyes, a hint of curiosity flickered.

"With such a backline position—what is Mo University planning?"

On the arena, Wang Qi also furrowed his brow. "Still, this works for me—I can eliminate Mo University's other members first.

It'll ease some pressure on my teammates."

Wang Qi's gaze shifted to the slender figure beside Kong Shi.

Shen Dongling, possessing the Enhancement-type A-rank ability "Yao Yue Xue Hu."

This type of Enhancement ability, once activated,

does boost physicality somewhat, but the increase in defense is modest; the main enhancement is in agility.

Shen Dongling's role in team matches is that of an assassin—her frame is fragile, and her rank is only Fourth-Rank Lower Tier.

With his Fourth-Rank Upper Tier power, a single A-rank technique could easily eliminate her first.

Of course, provided that he can close the distance to her.

If Xu Jingming were at the front, he might not have the confidence to charge in.

But Xu Jingming's position is far back, over fifty meters from the front line.

That distance is more than enough for him to do many things.

"I don't know what you're thinking, but since you've given me this chance, I won't let it slip..."

His gaze swept over the tall figure at the very back of the Magic University team, then Wang Qi finally withdrew his eyes, silently thinking in his heart.

"Both teams, prepare for the final countdown—the match is about to begin!"

After the one-minute preparation time ended and neither side raised any objections, Feng Le directly activated the countdown:

"Countdown begins! 3... 2... 1... Start!"

Boom!!

The match erupted into action!

Ten psychics from Magic University and Jing University simultaneously unleashed their auras and activated their abilities.

On the Magic University side, Xu Jingming also entered Thunder Extreme State!

"Sister Gu, give me the boost."

Xu Jingming's deep voice rang out.

Gu Wan, already prepared, instantly erupted in blindingly brilliant light.

"Spirit Light Blessing!!"

With a sharp cry, endless light flooded into Xu Jingming's body.

Crackling—

Brilliant golden thunderlight blazed fiercely; Xu Jingming's already formidable aura surged upward dramatically!

"Come on! Time to end this quickly! Let you see the surprise Teacher Yang told me to leave for you!"

On Xu Jingming's sharply defined face, a reckless smile spread.

With a flick of his will, terrifying thunder roars instantly echoed through the sky!

Boom—rumble~~~

The muffled thunder instantly filled the arena with an oppressive, storm-before-the-squall atmosphere.

Yet Wang Qi, as team captain, was not alarmed—he was delighted.

Lei Shen Zhi!

An S-rank top-tier combat technique, its power was indeed formidable—but its incantation time required at least four to five seconds!

That window was enough for him to eliminate Shen Dongling!

Besides, the other members were already prepared for it.

Indeed, upon sensing the disturbance in the sky, all members of Jing University immediately spread out further.

"Xu Jingming, we're not Jin University—your Lei Shen Zhi won't work here!"

Wang Qi grinned, charging forward with his battle blade.

His speed was astonishing—he covered over sixty meters in less than one second!

Yet at that very moment, Xu Jingming's authoritative voice rang out:

"Heavenly Thunder Art!"

Sizzle!!

Golden light flashed—a violent golden lightning bolt, as thick as a water barrel, suddenly slammed down!!

The golden lightning struck straight toward the support-type psychic at the very back of the Jing University team!

Due to the lightning's instantaneous release speed, the Jing University support-type psychic had no time to activate any defense!

If it struck, he would be killed instantly!

Hum—

At this critical moment of life and death, the energy shield automatically activated, protecting the Jing University contestant.

Boom—rumble~~~

The golden lightning was blocked by the shield.

The support-type psychic's life was indeed saved.

But that also meant Jing University had lost their first member.

This scene left the remaining Jing University members stunned.

Wait, the match just started—how did our key support get eliminated in under two seconds?

PS: I'll add that chapter tomorrow—something came up (struggled)