[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-the-adventures-of-hulim":3,"chapter-the-adventures-of-hulim-the-adventures-of-hulim-chapter-152":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","The Adventures of Hulim",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1882003,2498,"Chapter 152: The Selection Match","the-adventures-of-hulim-chapter-152",152,"\u003Cp>\"Hulim, I’m sorry...... If it were anything else, I could give it to you directly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I understand, Mr. Bars. Thank you anyway. I’ll think of another way.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After leaving the audience chamber,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hulim and Miko returned to the courtyard where Hulim was staying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m sorry, Hulim. I couldn’t help you again......\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Miko said with a guilty expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Miko, no need to apologize. It can’t be helped. Even if we can’t use that magic tool, there might be other ways.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hulim had no intention of giving up and going back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She wanted to stay a while longer and look around—maybe she’d find a way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The day passed quickly, and the next day arrived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Early in the morning, with nothing to do, Hulim planned to practice swordsmanship at the royal castle’s training ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although beastmen didn’t care much about their living quarters, they attached great importance to combat arenas and training grounds. These were built more meticulously and on a much larger scale than any other buildings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When she arrived at one of the training grounds,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>it was surprisingly packed with people—as if a competition was underway.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hulim found a nearby guard and asked for details.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, they’re selecting contestants to represent the White Cat Royal Clan in the Royal Martial Arts Festival.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I see. Thank you for telling me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re welcome.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"May I ask one more question?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course. What would you like to know?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hulim looked at the guard, who seemed to have a hint of resentment on his face, and asked:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why do you seem to dislike this competition? And it looks like you’re not the only one?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"About that—just look over there......\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The guard pointed to a certain arena in the training ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A match had just ended there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What’s wrong? Are there only cowards here? Isn’t there anyone who can give me a good fight?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the arena, a burly Bear Beastman holding a large sword was shouting arrogantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In front of him, a young man lay unconscious on the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing no one respond, the man spat on the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This narrative has been purloined without the author's approval. Report any appearances on Amazon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Bah! Useless bunch!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Bear Beastman looked dissatisfied as he stepped down from the arena, completely ignoring the angry stares of the surrounding audience.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hahaha, Rajas, you’re too harsh. If you keep this up, no one will dare to fight you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s right—look at those guys, their legs are shaking~!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beside the arena, two men who looked slovenly said with grins.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One was a human, and the other was a Wolf Beastman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmph! Too harsh? It’s not my fault they’re so weak! I already held back as much as I could. If this were an official match, the opponent wouldn’t be as merciful as me!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hahaha, right, right! We’re all merciful—compared to executioners~!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, the three burst into laughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their arrogant behavior immediately angered the other contestants in the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Bastards, don’t be so arrogant! Let me be your opponent!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No, let me go! I’ve had enough of those three!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let me fight them—I’ll take them down today......\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Quiet! All of you, quiet!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The referee shouted to stop them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmph! You losers—even if I let you use one hand, you still can’t beat me!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rajas said arrogantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What did you say——?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Bastard, dare to fight me right now......\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"All of you, be quiet——!!!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The referee roared, then shot a warning glance at Rajas and the other two.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Anyone who disturbs the order again will be disqualified immediately!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The surrounding area fell silent at once. As for Rajas and his companions, they looked completely unconcerned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, the match continues. Next group of contestants, please step forward.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, Odo, I think it’s your turn. Don’t lose~!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>James gestured to Odo with his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t worry!\" Odo cracked his joints and walked toward the arena. \"These guys are still ten years too early to beat me!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Odo stepped onto the arena, his opponent hadn’t appeared yet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, where’s the fool who wants to die? Hurry up and come up—I’m getting bored!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His arrogant attitude earned him a lot of angry looks again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You guys are going too far with your reckless behavior!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, a small white figure stepped onto the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The audience and the referee were stunned when they saw who it was.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait, Princess Miko! What are you doing here?! \"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The referee quickly flipped through the list of contestants.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When he saw the name \"Miko Kedar,\" he fell into deep thought—was this name always on the list?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yo! Isn’t this the esteemed Princess? Greetings to you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Odo said without the slightest respect, his tone and expression full of provocation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Since you’re standing here, that means you’re my opponent, right? This is tricky—what if I accidentally hurt you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he spoke, a grim smile spread across his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s right! I’m your opponent. Don’t hold back—attack with all you’ve got!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Miko held two short swords reversed in her hands, assuming an attacking stance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Princess Miko, go get him——!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Take that bastard down!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Drive them out!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The onlookers cheered loudly for Miko.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, in the face of this overwhelming verbal assault, Odo picked his nose disdainfully and said slowly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well, if you insist...... then I’ll——\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whoosh!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"——attack now!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before he finished speaking, Odo launched his assault.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His speed was extremely fast—only afterimages were left in the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By the time Miko realized it, he was already in front of her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Miko quickly swung her short swords upward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But she swung at empty air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, a swift gust of wind sounded to her left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Where are you looking, Princess~?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A powerful blow came straight for Miko’s vital spot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Miko quickly leaned to the right, then rolled on the ground to dodge the attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But immediately after, the sound of breaking wind came again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like a bee drawn to honey, Odo chased after her relentlessly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Miko dodged left and right continuously, barely holding on under Odo’s intense offensive......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh my, oh my, what’s wrong, Princess? Can you only run away~?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Odo kept attacking, he also used words to provoke Miko, trying to shake her resolve and create an opening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Damn it......\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Miko gritted her teeth, trying her best to ignore his trash talk.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hahaha, Princess, you’re really tough~! I didn’t expect Odo to take so long to take you down. If this goes on, I might even lose!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"......\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just kidding——!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bang——!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Odo’s speed suddenly increased again. Miko didn’t anticipate the change and was kicked straight in the abdomen. She flew backward and landed heavily outside the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In an instant, the competition venue fell silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The referee stared blankly at the scene, hesitating to announce the result.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, referee, what are you waiting for? The match is over~!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not far from the arena, James shouted with a laugh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The referee glared at him, then had no choice but to announce helplessly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\".....T-The match...... is over...... Odo wins......\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1161,"2026-06-10T06:36:37.917Z",1,"novelbin.me","9f2dba35b57dd8d8abc81174b90e4deb499dafee49e0b6010979bcc64d985d1d","the-adventures-of-hulim-chapter-153","the-adventures-of-hulim-chapter-151",528,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-adventures-of-hulim-cover.jpg"]