[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy":3,"chapter-the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-108":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","The Strongest Student of the Weakest Academy",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1027414,1339,"Chapter 108: End Of Semester (XI)","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-108",108,"\u003Cp>Fwoop!—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A violent rumble shook the ground as the lava golem's massive fist crashed down into the rocky floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The impact sent cracks spidering out in all directions, the heat from the golem scorching the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's violet aura flared, and his body moved instinctively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fwoosh!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He darted to the side, narrowly avoiding the molten strike, the heat biting at his skin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Damn it... I just joined the fight and this bastard is already focusing on me?!'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's sword met the golem's rocky skin, but the blow barely made a dent. The golem's body rippled with molten energy, and its next swing was already coming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva's voice broke through the tension.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Move to the left!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without hesitation, Aestrea rolled to the side, feeling the intense heat as he passed. His feet hit the ground, skidding slightly, but he quickly regained his footing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golem roared, a sound like stone grinding against stone, as it swung both fists toward Zeva, who was already moving in for an attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swoosh!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva's sword slashed through the air, striking the golem's arm, but it barely slowed it down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golem's molten skin healed almost instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's eyes locked onto Zeva, and without a word, they moved together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea rushed in, sidestepping the golem's massive fist and dashing toward its side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>FWOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He aimed his sword at the golem's exposed side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His strike cut deep into the lava creature's rocky surface, but it only caused a small spark of molten lava to drip onto the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His sword buzzed from the sheer power of the attack, but the golem barely reacted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BAM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A massive rock fist swung down at Aestrea, but Zeva was there. Her sword met the strike, her body a blur of heat and motion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRASH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golem's arm was knocked back, but the heat was unbearable. The burn on Zeva's shoulder was deep—blood mixed with ash, but she barely flinched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We need to wear it down!\" Zeva gritted through clenched teeth, her eyes wild with focus.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I know!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea nodded, gripping his sword tightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ground shook as the golem roared, bringing both fists down in a double strike.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's body twisted, his violet aura flaring, and he jumped forward, a blur of motion, barely missing the attack as he went to strike the golem's head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CLANG!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His sword collided with its molten face, but again, it wasn't enough. The golem's skin melted away and hardened in the same instant, repairing itself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva saw the opening, and without a word, she lunged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SIZZLE!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her blade slashed through the air, aiming for the creature's chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A gout of flame followed, erupting from her sword as she tried to force the lava golem back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the golem was relentless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its body moved, undeterred, as molten fists rained down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SLAM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's body slammed against the wall as he tried to avoid a crushing blow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His ribs groaned with the impact, and blood spurted from a fresh gash along his side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva spun to avoid another swing, but this time, a rock splintered off the golem's body, crashing into her leg.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRACK!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva grunted as she stumbled back. Blood oozed from her leg, but she gritted her teeth and took a step forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was wounded, but so was the golem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea dashed forward, his aura glowing brighter as he ignored the exhaustion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Damn it... Should we do double-attack once again?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva shot him a quick glance, nodding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two of them moved together like a well-oiled machine, their movements fluid, striking in tandem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRASH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's sword cut into the golem's arm again, while Zeva followed through, her sharp blade slashing upward, forcing the golem to step back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The heat was unbearable, but Aestrea pushed forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BANG!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golem swung its fist down, and Aestrea barely dodged, the heat from the blow making the air shimmer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His sword slashed again, this time catching the golem's side and causing the lava to ripple, but the creature's skin was already starting to repair itself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva wasn't giving up either.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She closed the distance, her body moving faster than the golem could react.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SIZZLE!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her sword tore through the molten skin, but the creature was relentless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A molten boulder shot out from its chest, knocking Zeva backward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her body was slammed against the ground, her breath escaping her lungs in a sharp grunt. A jagged rock shard, like a giant spike, had pierced her side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Blood poured from the wound, dark and slick, staining her clothes and mixing with the ash of the cave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fuck...!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He dashed to her side, his breath shallow, but before he could reach her—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fwip!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golem's molten fists rose again, ready to strike.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's eyes widened before he flared up his violet aura to protect himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRASH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea collided with the golem's outstretched arm, his sword cutting deep into its rocky skin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But instead of slicing through, the blade stuck momentarily, as the golem's molten skin flowed like liquid, repairing itself in an instant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SNAP!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea grunted as his sword was wrenched from his hands by the sheer force of the golem's struggle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He barely managed to dodge the next punch, his body twisting and his feet skidding on the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His violet aura flared, sending out a shockwave of cold air that stung the back of his neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the golem's molten fist slammed into him, and Aestrea was sent flying back, the impact hitting his ribs with a sickening crack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Kaughh!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Blood sprayed from his mouth, dark red against his pale face as he struggled to rise. His body was battered, his limbs aching with every movement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRUNCH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's body collided with the sharp rocks of the cave wall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Blood oozed from a gash on his forehead, drenching his hair, and his breathing came out in ragged gasps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sensation of blood trickling down the side of his face felt like fire, hot and burning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he didn't stop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...F-fucking... GET UP!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He roared to himself, forcing his battered body to stand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva, still gasping from the earlier impact, managed to stagger to her feet, her leg buckling under her for a moment as blood poured from the gash in her thigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her breath was labored, but her eyes were full of defiance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fucking hell!\" she snapped, shaking her head as she adjusted her stance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But even her voice wavered, and her steps were slower now, the blood staining her clothes as it continued to flow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SIZZLE!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golem roared again, launching a torrent of molten rocks in their direction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ground beneath them cracked as the rocks hit, sending shards of lava shooting into the air like fireworks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea and Zeva didn't have time to think—they just moved.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SWISH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva swung her sword, creating a barrier of wind that held back the rocks momentarily, but it wasn't enough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some of the molten fragments still flew through, the heat unbearable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One of them grazed Aestrea's arm, and the searing pain made him hiss through clenched teeth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wound was deep, blood trickling down his arm in a steady stream.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His body trembled from the pain, but there was no time to stop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crash!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea jumped forward, rolling to the side just as another punch from the golem came crashing down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His body was bleeding, his energy slipping away with every second, but the violet aura surrounding him was all that kept him going.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It crackled with power, freezing the air in a wide radius as he tried to steady his breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva's sword burst through the air once more, cutting the golem's arm as it swung, but the molten rock immediately healed, shifting like liquid to fill the hole.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva staggered back, her face pale with exhaustion, her blood streaked down her skin, soaking into her clothes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her wounds were severe, blood pooling at her feet as the burns and cuts ravaged her body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fire around her flickered with less intensity, and her movements were sluggish, but she didn't stop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She couldn't.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRACK!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golem swung its other fist toward Zeva's head, and just as it was about to land, Aestrea moved in front of her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SLASH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a grunt, Aestrea threw his body forward, his sword cutting into the golem's outstretched arm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The blade slid in deep, blood—molten lava—dripped down the weapon, sizzling as it hit the floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the blow wasn't enough to stop it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's side burned where the golem's fist had slammed into him earlier, but he wasn't about to give up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His hand, slick with blood, gripped his ice sword once more, and he lunged forward again, slashing at the golem's chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SIZZLE!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A blast of molten rock erupted from the golem's body, hitting Aestrea square in the chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His armor cracked under the pressure, and his body was thrown backward, crashing into the rocks with a sickening thud.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>GROWL!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golem's molten eyes flickered with fury, and it charged, fists raised, ready to finish them both off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Zeva wasn't finished yet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva's sword flared with intense heat, and she dashed forward, ignoring the blood that drenched her body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes burned with determination, the wind around her pulsing like the heartbeat of a dying star.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She leaped at the golem, aiming for its exposed chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The heat was unbearable, but her movements were direct.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRACK!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her sword sank into the creature's chest, and for a moment, the golem paused. Lava oozed from the wound, but it was too late.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea was already behind it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SHING!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a single, swift motion, Aestrea plunged his ice sword into the golem's back, and the impact caused a violent explosion of molten rock to erupt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BANG!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golem roared in agony, its body shuddering as the violet aura surrounding Aestrea and Zeva tore through it, freezing it from the inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sizzle!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golem suddenly started trembling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fuck!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both Aestrea's and Zeva's eyes widened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golem was about to explode!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And unfortunately, they didn't have enough time to dodge the attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The explosion of molten rock threw Aestrea like a ragdoll.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His body crashed against the jagged walls of the cave, the impact vibrating through his bones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"AGGHH!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pain shot through his skull as his head cracked against the stone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment, everything went black—his world reduced to a haze of white noise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His body slumped to the floor, a pool of blood forming beneath him, mingling with the dirt and ash that now coated his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His breathing was ragged, shallow, as he struggled to lift his head, the world spinning around him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Blood oozed from a deep gash on his forehead, dripping down his face and into his mouth, tasting metallic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRUNCH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva was right beside him, stumbling as she barely managed to stay upright.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her clothes were torn, her body covered in bruises and gashes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Blood ran freely from several cuts along her arms, and the burns on her legs were still sizzling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her breathing was ragged, her chest rising and falling with a rhythm that spoke of exhaustion and pain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"H-hey... A-Aestrea...\" she mumbled, her voice strained as she turned to him, trying to keep herself together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"W-what...?\" Aestrea muttered, his vision blurred and his voice thick with exhaustion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva's lips were stained with blood, a dark red line smeared across her mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite the horror of the situation, she gave him a wicked grin, eyes flashing with a strange gleam.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"W-what do you say... when we kill this fucking golem, we go up to a motel and hook up?\" she purred, licking her bloodied lips and eyeing him with an intensity that bordered on madness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea blinked, trying to focus, his head throbbing like it was being crushed in a vice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He half-laughed, half-coughed through the pain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"H-ah... you crazy bitch, you're thinking about that when we're almost meeting the king of hell?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice was hoarse, the blood on his tongue making his words thick and slow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Is that a yes?\" she pressed, her eyebrow quirking up as if this was the most natural thing to ask at that moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea let out a dry laugh, wincing from the pain in his ribs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sure,\" he rasped, though his words were barely audible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva's grin widened, and she gave a satisfied nod.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's all I needed to hear.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She gripped the hilt of her second sword, pulling it from her waist with a fluid motion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The blade gleamed, reflecting the dim light from the fiery surroundings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's all I needed to hear,\" she took out her second sword from her waist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"F-fuck you...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea muttered under his breath, realizing she was only now pulling out her second sword.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His hand trembled as he tried to sit up, his body shaking from the force of the blows he'd taken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every movement sent pain shooting through him, but he gritted his teeth and forced himself to stay conscious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What? I just wanted to feel the thrill of a battle!\" Zeva replied, her eyes wild with excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Blood spattered her face, mixing with the ash, but there was a glint of madness in her eyes—a hunger that couldn't be ignored.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea, still fighting to regain his balance, looked up at her and scoffed through clenched teeth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Y-you really are a crazy bitch...!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva just laughed, her voice echoing in the cavernous space as she took her stance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her body was already covered in blood, but her eyes blazed with energy, and she was clearly ready for more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She swung her second sword with one fluid motion, testing the weight of the blade, her feet shifting in anticipation of the next move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea pushed himself up to his knees, blood dripping from his nose, and wiped it away with his hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His whole body was bruised, his arms sore from the constant strain of the fight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But as he looked at Zeva, that fire in her eyes… it gave him a moment of clarity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golem was still out there, just beyond them, a giant monster of molten rock and rage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its giant limbs swung like wrecking balls, crushing everything in its path.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The heat from the creature's body burned the air, making it harder to breathe with each passing second.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRASH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A massive rock hit the ground near them, sending debris scattering in every direction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva was already moving, stepping lightly despite the blood coating her body, her eyes focused on the golem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's kill this thing, then we'll talk.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His body screamed at him to stop, to rest, but there was no time for that now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fwoop!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her two swords twirled in her hands as she leaped forward with a battle cry, her feet hitting the ground ferociously as she attacked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The first sword sliced through the air, leaving a trail of fire behind it, while the second followed, a flash of silver.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The double strike was aimed directly at the golem's chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SHHHRRIIIING!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her first sword connected, digging deep into the golem's stone-like skin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A fiery explosion erupted as the sword made contact, but the golem's molten body healed almost instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It roared in rage, its molten fists swinging downward at Zeva.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva ducked, her body twisting gracefully as she avoided the massive punch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The heat from the golem's attack seared the air, but Zeva was quicker.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She darted to the side, her second sword flashing out to cut through the golem's arm, leaving a trail of molten rock in its wake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>KRRSSHHH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Blood—if it could even be called that—sizzled from the wound, but the golem's healing factor kicked in almost immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva cursed under her breath, but she didn't stop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She knew she wouldn't defeat it with sheer power alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had to wear it down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea watched her movements, the way she flowed from one strike to the next, the way her two swords danced in perfect harmony.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite his own injuries, he couldn't help but feel a rush of adrenaline.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was the Zeva he was familiar with.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A fucking crazy bitch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the golem wasn't done yet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SLAM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It threw both fists down in unison, the ground shattering with the impact. Zeva leapt back just in time, but Aestrea wasn't so lucky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One of the golem's fists collided with him, sending him sprawling backwards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRACK!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's body hit the ground with a sickening sound.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His ribs felt like they'd been shattered under the force.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He gasped for air, his breath ragged as blood spilled from his mouth, splattering the rocky ground beneath him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"F-fuck... cough, cough!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He struggled to sit up, his body screaming in protest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva's eyes narrowed in fury.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You son of a—\" she hissed, but before she could finish, she was already charging forward again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her swords whistled through the air as she moved faster, more precise, her body almost a blur.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea gritted his teeth and forced himself up, his bloodied hands gripping the ice sword.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The chill that radiated from it made his skin tingle, but the pain was a constant reminder of how much he had left to endure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He couldn't let Zeva handle this alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SWOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He threw himself into the battle again, using his aura to enhance his speed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He closed the gap between him and the golem in an instant, slashing at its legs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ice sword hit hard, but the golem's body healed quickly, the wound closing up as though it had never been there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come on!\" Zeva suddenly yelled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What are you waiting for, Aestrea?! Don't tell me you're backing down now!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea shot her a quick grin, though blood dripped from his lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You wish.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He steadied his stance and moved alongside her, pushing forward with all the strength he could muster.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golem was relentless, its molten fists swinging wildly, the heat so intense that it felt like the very air around them was burning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet, Zeva and Aestrea danced around it, moving in a coordinated fashion, each blow and counter-blow coming faster than the last.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And slowly, the damage was starting to show.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva's clothes were tattered, her skin scorched and bleeding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One of her arms was barely usable, hanging limp at her side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But still, she fought with the same fire, her eyes burning with rage and determination.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You're not getting away, you piece of shit!\" she shouted, spinning in midair to strike at the golem's chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRASH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A blow from the golem's fist caught her in the stomach, sending her flying backward, blood spraying from her mouth as she hit the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But even as her body lay there, broken and battered, she didn't stop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Zeva!\" Aestrea shouted, rushing to her side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'm fine,\" she spat, her voice weak but defiant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'No, you're not.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea thought inwardly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though he was much more injured than Zeva, he could hold on because of the constant mana his physique was absorbing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was using that absorbed mana to gradually heal his body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Zeva couldn't do that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, he quickly looked around, and then noticed his group.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They too... were fighting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Against the miniature golems that had appeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They have been holding them off so they didn't ruin Aestrea's and Zeva's battle against the giant golem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Think, Aestrea! THINK!'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He gritted his teeth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'The [Bleed] attack doesn't work in the golem since it only works in blood. Although, I do have a fair amount of mana right now, it's still not enough to use one of my strong moves.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'What exactly can... I do?!'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was starting to panic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golem was simply too damned powerful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But, as soon as he was about to enter the depths of despair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A voice resounded in his ears.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Do you wanna switch for a moment?'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Although you did learn how to use my magic and body. You still didn't use it to its full potential.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'So, why don't we switch?'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'I'll defeat that golem for you.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That voice...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'...Aestrea?!'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Hey...'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'I guess it's the first time we're talking to each other.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'My soul didn't entirely fuse with yours. But, don't worry, after this fight, we'll be completely fused.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'You will be able to release the full potential of my body.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'So? What will you do? Switch with me to win the battle, or simply let yourself die? I think the answer is obvious... isn't it, Aestrea?'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The original Aestrea spoke solemnly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'...Let's do it.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Good.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Now watch and learn...'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's glowing red eyes completely turned light blue, and the silhouette of a crescent moon appeared on them, shining brightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How a real genius fights.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",3427,"2026-06-03T09:18:17.303Z","2026-06-03T09:18:22.612Z",1,"novelbin.me","0e6ef2b19f81607e7bf11c0b7fbfcc95b6edabebeb743bdec86223c74766eaf1","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-109","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-107",547,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-cover.jpg"]