[{"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-157":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},1027196,1339,"Chapter 157: Silverleaf Academy (5)","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-157",157,"\u003Cp>Aestrea's eyes narrowed as he watched the fusion closely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without wasting a second, he decided to make the first move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Mixed Ice Series: Frozen Mirage! (✦ 4th-level Spell ✦)』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the blink of an eye, Aestrea vanished from sight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The air around him shimmered, and instantly, dozens of frozen figures of him appeared, spreading throughout the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fusion's eyes darted around, trying to find the real Aestrea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His gaze swept across the ice figures, but they all looked the same. He was frozen in place, unsure which one was the real one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crack!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sudden sound of ice breaking behind him made his head snap around. He quickly spun, just in time to chant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Earth Series: Falling Rocks! (✦ 4th-level Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ground shook as large chunks of earth and rocks shot up, aimed at the spot where Aestrea had been.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Splash!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But when the dust settled, the figure he'd attacked wasn't Aestrea. It had melted into water, leaving nothing behind but a puddle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Damn it!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SWOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's real form appeared behind the fusion in an instant, his scythe swinging down, creating a wide arc.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CLANG!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fusion barely managed to block the blow with his double-headed axe, but the force of the strike sent him stumbling backward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sound of metal scraping against metal echoed through the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Close.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea muttered with a small smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fusion growled, eyes flashing with frustration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not bad, Aestrea,\" the fusion said, his voice a mix of James and Derek's, still cold but tinged with a growing intensity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But you won't get me that easily.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea chuckled softly, shifting his stance and holding his scythe in front of him like a deadly barrier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'm just getting started.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before the fusion could react, Aestrea's hand flicked out, and a series of sharp ice shards shot toward the fusion, each one aimed for a different spot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Ice Series: Frost Spikes! (✦ 3rd-level Spell ✦)』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>PSSSSHHH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The spikes flew with a shrill sound, but the fusion quickly swung his axe, shattering the incoming projectiles midair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The arena shook with the power of his strike.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Impressive...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before the fusion could regroup, Aestrea leaped into the air, his scythe whistling through the air as it slashed downward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SWOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fusion barely avoided the strike, twisting and spinning away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Ice Series: Glacial Dash! (✦ 5th-level Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Aestrea was already on the move, closing the distance with another flash of ice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Mixed Ice Series: Ice Lotus Explosion! (✦ 5th-level Spell ✦)』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ground beneath the fusion cracked as a series of ice lotus flowers erupted, their petals sharp as daggers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fusion had no choice but to leap backward, narrowly avoiding the deadly explosion of ice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The explosion left a fog of ice and snow in the air, and when it cleared, the fusion was already in a defensive stance, ready for whatever came next.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not bad, but not enough!\" the fusion shouted, his double-headed axe raised high.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, he quickly chanted a spell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Mixed Earth Series: Earthquake Slam! (✦ Peak 6th-level Spell ✦)』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, the ground beneath them began to shake violently. Cracks split the arena floor, and massive boulders shot upward with terrifying force.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's eyes flashed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Raising his left hand, he quickly summoned a barrier of ice in front of him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Shield Series: Winter's Barrier! (✦ 6th-level Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The barrier solidified just in time to block the barrage of boulders, each one slamming against the ice with a thunderous CRASH.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fusion, now visibly strained, lowered his axe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His body was already starting to show signs of the toll the battle had taken on him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea smirked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You're running out of time,\" he taunted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fusion snarled, gritting his teeth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not yet. I've still got more to give!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he lunged forward, swinging his double-headed axe with all his might, Aestrea's eyes locked onto his every movement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And just as the fusion's axe came down, Aestrea was gone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SWOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a split second, he appeared behind the fusion, and before he could react, Aestrea's scythe sliced through the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Goodbye.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The scythe's edge glinted as it came down on the fusion's exposed back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SLASH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But to Aestrea's surprise, instead of crumpling, the fusion grinned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not so fast.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A massive pulse of energy shot out from the fusion, and the ground beneath them rumbled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fusion raised both arms, and a mixture of water and earth swirled around his form, merging together in a violent, churning fusion of elements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Mixed Earth-Water Series: Quicksand Flood! (✦ 5th-level Spell ✦)』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRASH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ground cracked, and a flood of thick, muddy water poured forth, sweeping across the arena floor, pulling at Aestrea's feet as it surged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The water and mud churned with an almost living intensity, the force enough to make Aestrea momentarily lose his footing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes widened as the fusion's attack continued to grow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mud and water coiled around him, their combined power strong enough to overwhelm his own movements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What the fuck?\" Aestrea muttered, struggling to push himself out of the rushing sludge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The muddy water rose higher and higher, almost threatening to swallow him whole.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without hesitation, Aestrea summoned a weak barrier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Ice Series: Ice Barrier! (✦ 1st-level Spell ✦)』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a flick of his wrist, an ice shield erupted from the ground, spreading out like a thick wall of freezing frost, blocking the water's flow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sound of water splashing and freezing echoed in the air as the barrier solidified.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the fusion wasn't done.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With another swing of his fused form's double-headed axe, he slammed it down into the earth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Mixed Earth-Water Series: Mud Torrent! (✦ 5th-level Spell ✦)』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, the ground beneath Aestrea's ice barrier split open, and an enormous torrent of mud and water blasted from the split, pushing against his ice shield with terrifying pressure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mud, thick and heavy, started to crack through the ice layer, bit by bit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's eyes sharpened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I see...\" he muttered to himself, his gaze flicking back and forth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You're combining two elements... It's the first time someone used this against me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He gritted his teeth and spun, his scythe cutting the air with a vicious swoosh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Ice Series: Glacial Dash! (✦ 5th-level Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea propelled himself through the icy mist he had created, sliding toward the fusion, his figure disappearing into the chaos.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before the fusion could react, Aestrea was right in front of him, his scythe raised high.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SLASH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CLANG!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fusion swung his double-headed axe, meeting Aestrea's strike head-on, the sound of metal scraping against metal echoing in the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CLANG!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The force of the blow sent shockwaves through the air, making the ground tremble beneath them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea twisted his scythe, knocking the fusion's axe off course, and delivered a quick, brutal strike to the fusion's side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But instead of faltering, the fusion grinned wildly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is far from over, Aestrea,\" he snarled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fusion pulled back and swung his axe in a wide arc, while the water swirling around him suddenly froze into sharp ice crystals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a massive roar, the fusion sent a barrage of ice spikes shooting directly at Aestrea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Dammit...\" Aestrea cursed, quickly raising his scythe in a defensive stance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Ice Series: Ice Wall! (✦ 3rd-level Spell ✦)』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wall of ice shot up just in time, deflecting the barrage of ice spikes, but the fusion wasn't done yet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the wall of ice began to crack, the fusion reached down, slamming his hands to the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The earth trembled violently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Mixed Earth-Water Series: Glacier Surge! (✦ 5th-level Spell ✦)』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, massive chunks of ice erupted from the ground, forming huge pillars that shot toward Aestrea like massive spears.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the same time, torrents of water spiraled up, crashing against the ice like waves against rocks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without wasting time, Aestrea took a deep breath, and in a split second, his body shimmered as he activated another spell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Frost Reversal (✦ Counter Technique ✦)』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Time seemed to freeze for a brief moment as the surrounding air dropped in temperature, and Aestrea's figure was cloaked in a layer of frost.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ice pillars and torrents of water stopped in mid-air, frozen solid by the overwhelming cold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fusion's eyes widened in shock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What—?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's form reappeared in front of the fusion in an instant, his scythe glowing with an icy blue hue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a mighty slash, he broke through the frozen earth and water, sending shards of ice flying as the fusion barely managed to raise his axe in time to block.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CLANG!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The impact of the blow sent both fighters sliding backward, but Aestrea immediately regained his footing, looking down on the fusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is that all?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fusion, breathing heavily, narrowed his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You'll regret underestimating us, Aestrea.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a deep breath, the fusion raised his arms, and the ground trembled beneath him as he summoned the last of his power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Mixed Earth-Water Series: Cataclysmic Surge! (✯ 7th-level Spell ✯)』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A massive wave of earth and water combined, forming a colossal pillar that shot high into the air, crashing down like a falling mountain, ready to obliterate everything in its path.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The water and earth spiraled together, crackling with energy as the fusion called upon the raw power of his combined elements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"GO!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fusion shouted, slamming his hands down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The entire arena shook as the pillar of earth and water roared toward Aestrea with deadly intent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sheer force of the attack sent shockwaves through the air, the ground cracking under the pressure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's eyes narrowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wasn't going to dodge it—this time, he'd meet it head-on.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The silver aura crackling around his body diminished, and it slowly turned into a lavender colored one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, Aestrea was using both his mana and aura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In an instant, Aestrea's body started shimmering as he gathered both mana and aura in the tip of his fingertips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He slowly flicked his fingers, and a small, icy blue ball of energy appeared at his fingertips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Frost Explosion! (✦ 6th-level Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snap!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a snap of his fingers, the ball shot forward, glowing brightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fusion's eyes widened as the ball of energy hurtled toward his strongest attack, and before he could react, it exploded with a deafening BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>KABOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The shockwave ripped through the arena, a blinding flash of silver-blue light expanding outward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fusion was thrown backward, his body flung across the arena like a ragdoll, the force of the explosion splitting the ground apart as ice and water mixed, sending chunks of earth flying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fusion's body came crashing down, the earth beneath him now littered with ice shards and broken rock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He struggled to push himself up, but the damage was too much. His body was covered in frost, the power of Aestrea's explosion leaving him unable to move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mhn... not bad at all.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea cracked his neck as a thin trail of smoke rose from his fingertips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And finally...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The announcer's voice boomed through the arena as the crowd erupted into cheers and gasps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"THE WINNER OF THIS DUEL... IS AESTREA MOON, OUR DEAR NUMBER ONE STUDENT!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd went wild.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheers and shouts filled the air as Aestrea's name was shouted from all corners of the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Derek and James, their bodies now fully separated, lay in the center of the arena, defeated but still breathing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were alive, but their strength had been overwhelmed by Aestrea's overwhelming power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They exchanged a weak glance, each silently acknowledging that they had given it their all, but Aestrea was simply too strong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, Aestrea walked over to the twins.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Derek, still lying on his back, let out a soft chuckle, wincing as he moved.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Guess... we gave it everything we had.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>James groaned, pushing himself up on his elbows, trying to gather enough strength to stand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You weren't... kidding about being too strong...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea crouched down beside them, his expression softening slightly as he reached out to help Derek to his feet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You guys really gave me a challenge,\" Aestrea said, offering a small smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That fusion technique of yours... impressive.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Derek managed a tired grin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Who are you trying to fool?! You only started using REAL magic after we fused!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea only chuckled at his words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, he turned his attention to James, who was slowly getting up, his face scrunched in pain but determined to stand tall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a gentle push, Aestrea helped James to his feet as well, steadying him with a firm hand on his shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You alright?\" Aestrea asked in concern.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>James nodded, though his breath was still heavy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'm fine... just... not used to being on the receiving end of your power.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The twins shared a tired but appreciative look, and then Derek spoke again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You're a beast, Aestrea. But... thanks for going easy on us. Guess we learned a thing or two.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea gave them a wry smile, nodding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't worry about it. You two pushed me harder than I expected. That's what makes this fun.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd's cheers continued in the background, but for a moment, it was just the three of them, standing in the middle of the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright! Since you two lost, you both have to buy me a meal.\" Aestrea declared with a small grin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Derek's mouth twitched slightly at his words while James let out a faint smile with a sigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah... the losers have to listen to the winners...\" Derek said, furrowing his eyebrows with a tired expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea laughed once more at their responses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's go.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",2270,"2026-06-03T09:18:17.304Z","2026-06-03T09:18:22.612Z",1,"novelbin.me","cc24edb64bca43b287633d71c79367fad48bed9260ac75d489b9fce041d02d95","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-234","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-233",547,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-cover.jpg"]