[{"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-21":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},1027077,1339,"Chapter 21 The Academy's Competition (III)","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-21",21,"\u003Cp>The fight between the academies continued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And to everyone's surprise, the Holy Academy won the contest against the Eternum's Royal Academy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, none of them had sent their leaders or even the named characters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I had to admit that the students from each academy were incredibly talented for their age.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Compared to Silverleaf, only three or four of our students could match their level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But that was good enough for me—our academy didn't need to be the strongest, just smart enough to win.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next match between Beastkin Academy and Sword Academy was one-sided.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Beastkin Academy dominated all five battles without losing a single point.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And now it was time to draw the lots once again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like before, I was the last one getting the scroll.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ella's number was 3.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The huge tiger's number was 2.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sword academy's leader was 1.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Saintess's number was 2.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That means... my number is 1.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tough luck.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I muttered, stretching my arms casually before heading back to our station.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My classmates were waiting nervously, all of their eyes fixed on me. I looked at Vivian and she nodded her head at me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't worry guys, I have a small plan in mind...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My smile deepened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, I started explaining my plan to them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was simple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each of our academy's students specialized in a single attribute or skill, so I planned to use that to our advantage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The only problem is that everyone in the Sword Academy is a swordsman, so we needed someone who could keep a safe distance and counter them effectively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A wind user.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Students, get into the arena!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The announcer's voice boomed, snapping everyone back to focus.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Immediately, I turned my gaze towards the sword academy's station and as I saw the student stepping it, I turned back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You're up. Just stick to the plan, and you'll be fine.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Um!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maria nodded, her green hair swaying slightly as she stepped into the arena. She was one of the strongest wind users in our academy, and I trusted her completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>We just needed four wins since I'll guarantee the fifth one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the two students in the arena, the announcer exclaimed loudly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let the match begin!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swish!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Immediately, the student from the sword academy charged, bringing out his sword and slicing it in Maria's direction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was quite fast, but it couldn't compare to Maria who was a wind user.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fwoop!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a graceful wave of her hand, a gust of wind pushed her back just enough to dodge his opening strike.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His blade struck the ground where she had been standing a moment before, sending sparks flying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And it continued like that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the swordsman tried to strike Maria, she would use her wind magic to get away from him instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And soon enough, the swordsman was growing frustrated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clink!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fwoop!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each swing of his sword sounded louder and heavier as he tried to corner her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then came the moment we were waiting for.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The swordsman overreached, lunging forward with a powerful strike.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His blade cut through empty air as Maria sidestepped effortlessly, using her wind magic to push herself into the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he stumbled slightly from the missed attack, Maria raised her hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shhhhrrrrrr!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A strong gust of wind swept across the arena, kicking up dust and forcing the swordsman to steady himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He planted his feet and tried to push back, but Maria's wind grew stronger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SWOOOP!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The force was relentless, pushing him closer and closer to the edge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd leaned forward in anticipation, holding their breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, with one final burst...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BAAM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maria's magic sent the swordsman flying backward. His feet skidded across the ground before slipping off the edge of the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thud!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He landed outside the ring, defeated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd erupted into cheers and applause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The winner is Maria of Silverleaf Academy!\" the announcer declared, his voice booming over the roar of the spectators.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maria turned to us, a small, proud smile on her face as she walked back to the station.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Great job.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A smile creeped out to my face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She really followed my plan entirely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Did you guys see? I easily won!\" she raised her chin proudly, declaring to the rest of my classmates.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I chuckled at her boast but was quite happy for her. Maria, in particular, didn't have much confidence, so hopefully this victory elevates it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a while, the announcer called out for the students again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately, this time it was a stronger student, and I knew no one could beat him except me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, I shook my head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One of my classmates stepped forward and went to the battle. He tried his best, but in the need, he easily got defeated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Such a pity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, as the announcer called out and the student from the other academy stepped out, my eyes immediately lit up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was going to be an easy win.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Derek.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I patted his shoulder, and he turned to look at me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's your time to shine.\" My lips curled into a faint smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Derek's eyes immediately shone as hurriedly went to the arena, waving at us.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon enough, the announcer's voice echoed through the arena:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Begin!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The swordsman dashed forward, his sword slashing towards Derek, but he was ready for his attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A wall made of earth shot up from the ground, blocking the attack. The clash sent dust flying everywhere, making the crowd roar in excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The swordsman tried to break through Derek's defenses, swinging his sword at the earth wall over and over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thud!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Derek wasn't just standing still.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a stomp of his foot,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRACK!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ground beneath his opponent shifted, throwing him off balance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Derek took the chance to send a wave of jagged rocks toward the swordsman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rumble!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The swordsman leaped into the air, narrowly avoiding the attack, but as he landed, Derek slammed his hands to the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A massive pillar of earth shot up beneath the swordsman, launching him into the air. He landed outside the arena with a heavy thud!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd erupted into cheers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The winner is Derek of Silverleaf Academy!\" the announcer shouted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Derek walked back to us, wiping the sweat off his forehead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Two wins down.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I raised my hand, and he dapped me up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, just like Maria, he also boasted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These kids...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since the round began, a smile didn't leave my lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, the next three matches were a disaster.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They sent really strong students and we couldn't defeat them, unfortunately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was 4-2, they just needed a single point to win while we needed three.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, we needed to send one of the strongest students of our academy, and after taking a deep look at the Sword Academy's representative...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I decided to go with Mia, our best fire mage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike the others, Mia was quite confident as she stepped into the arena, her crimson hair was tied back in a ponytail and her fire-coated staff glinted under the sun.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her opponent was a swordswoman from the Sword Academy, clad in their academy's uniform.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They started at each other for a while, and then...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The announcer's voice rang out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Begin!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The swordswoman wasted no time, charging forward with incredible speed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whoosh!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her blade collided with Mia's staff, sparks flying in all directions. Mia gritted her teeth, pushing back with a flare of fire from her staff.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fwoosh!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The swordswoman leaped back, narrowed her eyes, and dashed to Mia's side, her sword slicing through the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swish!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mia twisted her staff to block, the sound of steel and fire clashing filling the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fwoom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mia didn't just defend, though.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She counterattacked, spinning her staff and sending a wave of flames toward her opponent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fwip!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crackle!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fire roared as it surged forward, forcing the swordswoman to roll to the side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The swordswoman tried to close the distance, however, Mia used her fire to keep her at bay, flames swirling around her in some kind of protective barrier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shhhhhhh!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The heat was intense, and the swordswoman's movements slowed slightly, sweat dripping down her face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing an opening, Mia stepped forward and swung her staff, flames trailing behind it like some kind of fire comet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fwoosh!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The swordswoman barely managed to deflect the attack, the force of it pushing her back several steps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The swordswoman gritted her teeth and charged again, this time aiming for Mia's legs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swish!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mia jumped, flipping in midair as her staff left a trail of fire behind her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She landed gracefully, her boots tapping lightly against the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You're good,\" Mia said with a smirk.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But I'm better.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a quick motion, Mia twirled her staff above her head, the flames growing brighter and hotter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whoosh!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRACKLE!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The swordswoman hesitated for just a moment, and that was all Mia needed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She slammed the end of her staff into the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A wave of fire shot out in all directions, forcing her opponent to retreat once more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the heat was too much.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The swordswoman stumbled, losing her foot's grip on the floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Mia took the opportunity with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She thrust her staff forward, sending a focused blast of fire at her opponent's feet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fwoosh!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thud...!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The impact sent the swordswoman flying backward, landing just outside the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd erupted into cheers as Mia raised her staff triumphantly with her flames dissipating away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The winner is Mia of Silverleaf Academy!\" the announcer declared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mia walked back to us with a confident stride, her face flushed but victorious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Three down,\" she said with a grin, twirling her staff.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good job.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Anything for ya~\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She winked at me with a charming smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hah.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I let out a small laugh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If there was anything peculiar about Mia, it was the part that she was quite obsessed with me. I didn't mind her actions though.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her breasts were quite large after all, maybe an E-cup or larger than that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And like Isaac Newton once said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The greater the mass, the greater the force of attraction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ahem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Anyway, now we just needed one more win.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then I would destroy whoever came against me in the final match.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, I looked towards the sword academy's station, and to my surprise, there was one classmate of mine who could easily deal with him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>James, who was Derek's brother and was also an earth user.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He faced a lean swordsman who was holding a rapier, which meant that his attack was focused on speed and not damage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, James looked really confident.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And soon enough, the announcer's voice rang out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Begin!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swish!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The swordsman darted forward with lightning speed and James responded immediately, stomping the ground with force.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>RUMBLE!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A stone wall shot up, cutting off the swordsman's path.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRACK!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The swordsman slashed through the wall, sending chunks of stone flying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not bad...\" James muttered as he leaped back to secure distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He raised his hands, and the ground trembled slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sharp spikes erupted from the ground, forcing the swordsman to jump back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The arena was soon a maze of jagged rocks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the swordsman remained firm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tap, tap, tap!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His light steps danced around the spikes as he closed the distance, slashing through James's rocky defenses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, his blade struck James' side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CLANG!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, the attack bounced harmlessly as a layer of some kind of rock armor appeared in James's body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My turn,\" James said with a grin, before stomping his feet on the ground again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>RUMBLE!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ground cracked beneath the swordsman, forcing him to leap back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before he could regain his balance, a massive stone pillar shot up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHAM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It struck him in the chest, knocking him into the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>James didn't let up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He formed a boulder and hurled it with precision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRACK!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The impact sent the swordsman tumbling out of the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The winner is James of Silverleaf Academy!\" the announcer declared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>James returned to our station with a triumphant grin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He smiled at me as he made his way to his brother Derek.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They really were brothers...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two of them defeated their opponents using the same attack as their key attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was quite funny.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now, it's 4-4,\" Vivian exclaimed, and everyone's gaze turned to me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I only chuckled at their worried gazes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't worry. I'll destroy whoever my opponent is.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I waved my hand as I turned my back to them and stepped into the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wind surged up as I did so.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I looked forward and saw the Sword Academy's leader.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Honestly, it was obvious that he was going to be the one fighting against me unless they wanted to hide his abilities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, the crowd grew louder, their cheers mixing with excited murmurs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Looks like Silverleaf is putting out their leader!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Finally, we get to see him fight!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shing!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He drew his sword, staring at me with the same mechanical cold look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, the announcer shouted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The first match between leaders shall begin!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swoop!\u003C\u002Fp>",2173,"2026-06-03T09:18:17.018Z","2026-06-03T09:18:22.334Z",1,"novelbin.me","b4546630c91f06fc0dba70b601835341aee89fa8ce8bb525c0e345dd509c42f4","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-22","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-20",547,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-cover.jpg"]