[{"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-80":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},1027640,1339,"Chapter 80 The Moonlight Swordsman (XLVI)","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-80",80,"\u003Cp>\"Haaa... haaa... Fuuu...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's breathing was steady, but his body was very tense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His scythe rested on his shoulder as he stared at the new form of the archdemon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The creature's body was more human-like now, but the pressure coming from him was even worse than before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His red eyes burned with endless fury, and the dark energy around him twisted like a living thing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea clicked his tongue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'He got up much faster than I expected...'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon's lips curled into a slow grin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He flexed his fingers, and his claws grew longer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fucking annoying bastard...\" Aestrea mumbled slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The air shook around them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ground beneath the archdemon cracked as dark energy spiraled around his feet. The demon bent his knees slightly, preparing to launch forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's legs tensed slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could feel it—the next attack was going to be fast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon vanished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Shit—!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea barely turned his body before a black claw came swinging from the side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SLASH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea jumped backward, but the demon's nails ripped through his coat, nearly slicing his ribs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before he could land, the demon was already behind him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BAM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A solid kick slammed into Aestrea's back, sending him flying like a bullet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's body spun mid-air, but he quickly flipped, planting his feet on the ground, and sliding backward, leaving deep marks in the dirt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His scythe glowed, and his eyes narrowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This bastard got faster…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon grinned, rolling his shoulders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'm not done.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He charged again, his claw raised, but—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CLANG!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A sword blocked his attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea only smiled in relief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas stood beside him, his golden sword, Excalibur, glowing with bright light. However, the Excalibur seemed much stronger than before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You took too long,\" Aestrea said, seeing Lucas pushing back against the archdemon's claw.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas smirked only grinned at his words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Had to make an entrance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before the demon could push forward—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ella appeared behind him, clutching her sword rightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't forget about me!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She swung her sword, aiming for the demon's neck—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the archdemon ducked, his tail whipping around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRACK!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ella barely dodged, flipping backward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas slashed his sword downward, aiming for the demon's shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Corruption Sword! 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SHING!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A bright arc of light sliced through the air—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the demon jumped back, avoiding the attack by a hair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You're all so annoying,\" he hissed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A fireball exploded beside him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon turned sharply, his eyes locking onto Rose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her hands burned with red flames, her long red hair flowing behind her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I was hoping you'd forget me,\" Rose grinned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She raised her hands—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Fire Series: Inferno Lance! (✦ 3rd-Level Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A massive spear of fire formed in her palm, spinning rapidly before she threw it straight at the demon's chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon growled, his hands glowing with dark energy as he swung both arms—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fire spear exploded, sending out a shockwave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But in that moment—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Violet appeared above him, holding a crystal rapier that glowed with a white light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SHING!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She twisted her body mid-air, her rapier slashing downward at blinding speed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon barely dodged, but Violet's blade cut into his left shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Argh—!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Black blood sprayed as he stumbled back, his body burning from Rose's fire and Violet's sword strike.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>THUD!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A shadow landed behind him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their Sword Instructor and the so-called Twin Sword Maniac.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her long black hair blew in the wind, her two blades shining under the battlefield's broken sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon snarled, his aura flaring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"ENOUGH!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He raised his only remaining arm, blood, and dark energy twisting together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Blood Art: Crimson Reaper! (✦ Advanced Forbidden Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A massive red scythe appeared in his hand, the air crackling with violent energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment he gripped it—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ground collapsed beneath him, the sky turning dark red.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's eyes narrowed slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is bad…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas clenched his sword. \"We need to finish him.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ella spun her daggers. \"Fast.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva smirked. \"Then let's go.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea exhaled slowly, gripping his own scythe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fine.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All of them charged forward at the same time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas swung Excalibur, sending a golden slash forward—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 ✦ Void Breaker! ✦ 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SHIIIIING!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon swung his scythe, clashing against the attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ella appeared from the side, her sword aimed for his ribs—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Wind Series: Gale Step! (✦ 2nd-Level Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her body blurred, moving at high speed, but—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon twisted, his tail whipping around—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRACK!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ella blocked with her arms, skidding backward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rose raised her hands, her flames swirling around her—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Fire Series: Exploding Nova! (✦ 4th-Level Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOOOOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A massive firestorm erupted, engulfing the demon—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The flames parted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon walked forward, his body regenerating instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes glowed darker.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Useless.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea clicked his tongue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Output increased to five.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His scythe spun in his hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The temperature dropped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Ice Series: Frost Explosion! (✦ 6th-Level Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A surge of freezing energy exploded from Aestrea, the battlefield turning white in an instant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon's body slowed, ice forming on his limbs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Aestrea wasn't done.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His red eye glowed intensely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His scythe's aura burned with silver and violet light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Moonlit Ice Lotus Sword Art...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Third Move! (✦ Moonlight's One Flash ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He vanished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SHING!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A deep, cracking sound echoed—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea appeared behind the demon, his scythe lowered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a second, nothing happened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRACK!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ice covering the demon's body shattered, a deep, glowing wound appearing across his entire torso.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"GAH—!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon stumbled, black blood pouring from his mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea exhaled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"…Not enough.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas stepped forward, his sword shining brighter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then let's finish it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 (✦ Void Breaker ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A golden slash shot forward—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moving straight for the demon's chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon's eyes widened—he was still off balance from Aestrea's last attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golden energy crashed into him, sending him flying backward, his body tearing through the ground like a meteor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRASH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dust and debris shot into the air, forming a huge crater where he landed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment—silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone stood still, weapons raised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ground trembled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The air turned heavy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A low, deep chuckle echoed from the crater.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The dust slowly settled, revealing the archdemon still standing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His body was damaged—black blood dripped from multiple wounds, and his left arm twitched unnaturally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But his red eyes burned with even more killing intent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Pathetic.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice was distorted, layered with something inhuman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's grip on his scythe tightened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Damn it... This bastard just won't stay down.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon slowly cracked his neck, his smile stretching unnaturally wide.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Did you think… that was enough to kill me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A massive wave of dark energy exploded from his body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The shockwave sent Lucas, Ella, Violet, Rose, and Zeva skidding backward, forcing them to dig their weapons into the ground to hold their positions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea gritted his teeth, pushing forward against the force.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon raised his right hand, dark magic swirling around his palm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Forbidden Spell: Abyssal Devour (✦ Soul Extraction ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The air turned black.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A giant shadow claw formed above them, stretching down, trying to crush everything beneath it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas gritted his teeth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We can't let that land—!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before anyone could react—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea vanished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He reappeared above the archdemon, his scythe glowing with a silver and violet light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Twin Heart Mana Body Style: Lunar Collapse! 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SHIIIIING!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A massive arc of frozen energy cut through the shadow claw, splitting it in half before it could reach them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon's eyes flashed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You…!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He swung his crimson scythe upwards—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea twisted his body mid-air, barely dodging, but the blade scraped his shoulder, drawing blood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SLASH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea landed on the ground, skidding back as his coat fluttered in the wind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas immediately stepped forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No more playing around.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His golden aura surged, Excalibur glowing brightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He charged forward, his sword moving at blinding speed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon raised his own scythe, trying to block—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ella appeared behind him, as her sword glowed with an intense golden color.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Royal Swordsmanship...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Divine Punishment 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She spun rapidly, swinging her sword directly at its back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"GAH—!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon stumbled, his defense breaking—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And that's when Lucas's golden slash came down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SHIIIIING!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It cut deep into the demon's chest, blood spraying everywhere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"HRGHHH—!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon roared, but before he could recover—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOOOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A giant explosion of fire engulfed him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rose stood at a distance, both hands burning with flames.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Fire Series: Scorching Rain! (✦ 4th-Level Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Flaming spears rained from the sky, impaling the demon's body from all directions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeva's golden twin swords flashed as she dashed forward, aiming for the demon's legs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Twin Blade Art: Crescent Sever! (✦ SS-Level Sword Art ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SLASH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SLASH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His swords cut through, severing the demon's tendons—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon collapsed to one knee, his breath ragged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea exhaled sharply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This… is our chance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His red eye burned brighter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His scythe's aura flared, silver and violet energy surging around him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Output increased to ten!'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He used his full power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Unique Ice Series: Absolute Zero! (✦ 7th-Level Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The temperature dropped to freezing levels.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Frost spread across the battlefield, ice forming on the demon's body, locking him in place.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon's eyes widened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...No…!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea raised his scythe, the blade shining brighter than ever.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He vanished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And reappeared above the demon, his scythe already swinging down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 DIE. 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SHIIIIIIING!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The scythe sliced cleanly through the archdemon's body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment—silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRACK!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A massive fissure split the battlefield, the shockwave blasting outward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon's torso separated, his body turning into frozen shards, scattering like glass.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a brief moment—there was silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clap!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A slow, deliberate clap echoed through the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's eyes narrowed as he sharply turned his head—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And from the shadows, a faint figure emerged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon of Pride stood there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Completely intact.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not a single wound.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His crimson eyes gleamed, his grin widening as he took a step forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This bitch… When the hell are you gonna stop with that fucking drama?\" Aestrea growled, gripping his scythe tighter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon chuckled, tilting his head slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ahhh… Humans. You are especially interesting.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His gaze locked onto Aestrea, his smile stretching wider.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What's your name?\" He asked, voice dripping with amusement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'll make sure to remember it… Since you're the only human who's ever managed to deal this much damage to me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea scoffed, his grip on his scythe tightening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His crimson eye glowed dimly as he rolled his shoulders, brushing off the exhaustion creeping into his muscles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tsk. Acting like you're some kind of untouchable god? Just not so long ago, you just got the beating of your life.\" He tilted his head, cracking his neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And now you want my name? What the fuck is wrong with you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon of pride let out a deep chuckle, his golden eyes gleaming with amusement. His posture was relaxed as if this battle was nothing but a mild inconvenience.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't flatter yourself, human.\" He spread his arms, gesturing at the battlefield.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I merely allowed you to land those attacks. Consider it a gift—for entertainment.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRACK!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ground beneath the demon fractured as his aura surged, pressure crushing the air around them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas immediately stepped forward, sword raised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Damn it... he's still messing with us?\" His voice was low, but his grip on Excalibur tightened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ella's green eyes narrowed as she pulled her sword free, her stance ready.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This bastard… that wasn't even his real body, was it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now you're catching on.\" The demon's grin widened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea clicked his tongue at his pride.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It was his real body. It's just that his body regeneration is too annoyingly fast.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon laughed at his words, the sound deep and mocking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You amuse me, human.\" He gestured toward himself, tilting his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tell me your name, and I might just spare you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea exhaled slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He vanished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon barely had time to react before—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SHIIIIING!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's scythe came down, slicing toward his neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon smirked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CLANG!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the last second, he caught the blade with his bare hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea's red eye narrowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon grinned, tightening his grip, stopping the scythe completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Impressive, but—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea vanished again, reappearing behind the demon, swinging his scythe horizontally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Moonlit Ice Lotus Sword Art...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Second Move! (✦ Moonlit Frost Barrage ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A wave of icy slashes exploded toward the demon's back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SLASH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SLASH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SLASH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The attacks landed, sending a burst of cold energy across the battlefield.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a second, the demon's body froze over, ice creeping along his skin—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRACK!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ice shattered instantly as he simply walked forward, completely unharmed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea clicked his tongue, skidding back as the archdemon turned to face him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You still haven't answered me.\" The demon's voice was smooth, almost amused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What is your name?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea exhaled sharply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Aestrea.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon chuckled, rolling his shoulders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aestrea… I will remember that name.\" His red eyes shone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now—let me return the favor.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon vanished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a blink, he reappeared in front of Aestrea, his clawed hand swinging at inhuman speed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea barely had time to react before—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BAM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The punch landed on his stomach, sending him flying back like a cannonball.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRASH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His body smashed through three stone pillars, breaking them apart like glass before he finally skidded to a stop, leaving a deep trench in the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea coughed, wiping the blood from his lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Fuck....\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas's eyes widened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He actually landed a hit—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before he could finish—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon was already in front of him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas barely blocked in time as the archdemon's clawed fingers slammed against Excalibur, sending him sliding back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Shit—!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rose raised her hands, fire blazing in her palms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Fire Series: Hellstorm Nova! (✦ 5th-Level Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOOOOOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A massive explosion of flames erupted, engulfing the demon in fire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Smoke filled the battlefield, obscuring their vision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment—silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon walked out of the flames, completely unscathed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rose's eyes widened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The hell—?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon smiled, brushing imaginary dust off his shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You humans… so weak. So fragile.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He raised his hand, black lightning sparking around his fingers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Mixed Lightning Series: Dark Lightning! (✦ Ultimate Spell ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CRACK! BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sky darkened, and in an instant—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A massive bolt of black lightning struck down, aimed directly at Aestrea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before it could land—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea raised his scythe, his voice steady.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Moonlit Ice Lotus Sword Art...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>『 Third Move! (✦ Moonlight's One Flash ✦) 』\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SHIIIIIIIIING!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A single slash of silver energy cut through the lightning, splitting it in half before it could touch him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The archdemon's eyes narrowed slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea wiped his lip, stepping forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You talk too much.\" He spun his scythe once before pointing it straight at the demon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's settle this already.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon smirked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Very well, human.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both of them vanished at the same time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHOOSH!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But just as Aestrea's scythe was about to meet the demon's claws...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aestrea crushed a small rock on his hand, as his final words reached out to the demon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Unfortunately, I'm not your adversary anymore.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And in his place, a bearded man holding a great sword appeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice was rough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\".....It's time for you to die, Demon.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>THRRRUUUM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon was entirely smashed on the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The impact made a huge crater.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Enough to be ten meters deep.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crack...!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the last sound was the small crack of the demon's core.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Caused by a single hit from that bearded man.\u003C\u002Fp>",2617,"2026-06-03T09:18:17.303Z","2026-06-03T09:18:22.612Z",1,"novelbin.me","4a40047afd0e73f27e8a709664a437f40613ff28a01f89c9f7f208946681f76d","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-81","the-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-chapter-79",547,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-strongest-student-of-the-weakest-academy-cover.jpg"]