Yang Sheng chuckled lightly, preparing to awe his opponent the moment he entered the arena.
The Fire Elemental Spirit's body shimmered with skill light, a patch of red fire clouds gradually coalescing above its head, radiating immense power.
"Is that Yang Sheng's innate skill, Fire Rain Descent?"
A male spectator below the stage spoke again, "I'm afraid your 'Ruthless Bandit' is about to be instantly defeated!"
He was also from the Capital Elemental University and had some knowledge of the graduated Yang Sheng.
However, as soon as his words fell, his expression instantly froze.
*Boom! Boom!*
A terrifying pillar of fire shot forth with incredible speed.
The Fire Elemental Spirit, just about to unleash its ultimate move, was instantly sent flying backward.
The entire scene became awkward.
"Uh..."
The male spectator's mouth gaped. He had just praised him, and then this happened?
"What in the world is this?!"
Yang Sheng looked shocked. He wasn't unfamiliar with [Deathly Fire Pillar], but this speed was too much!
What level was this skill?
Chen Shu smiled and said, "Now that's what I call a fire attribute skill!"
"You can't defeat me!"
Yang Sheng wasn't flustered. The Fire Elemental Spirit unleashed a flame shield, greatly increasing its fire resistance, and forcefully blocked the [Deathly Fire Pillar].
However, in the next second, the shield began to tremble violently, appearing to be on the verge of collapse.
On the guest seats, an experienced Beast Tamer spoke with a grave expression, "A C-rank contracted spirit with this level of fire attribute?!"
With its fire resistance greatly boosted, the Fire Elemental Spirit was now immune to most damage, but it still couldn't hold on. Clearly, Erha's skill was too powerful.
Furthermore, its third innate talent was [Elemental Armor Pierce], which could ignore some resistances.
At this moment, the Fire Elemental Spirit's [Fire Rain Descent] struck.
The fire clouds arrived above Erha, and flames began to condense.
"If I can't endure, neither can you!"
Yang Sheng's expression hardened, preparing to fight to the bitter end.
But as soon as his words fell, Xiao Huang took flight. Simultaneously, it closed its eyes and cast [Dreamy Slumber].
Its resistance and defense greatly increased.
*Boom! Boom! Boom!*
Countless fire rains descended, but they were all blocked by the Slime.
The scorching flames arrived, but they couldn't even break through its defenses.
"Guji~ Guji~"
The Slime's massive body wiggled, appearing utterly delighted.
A spectator muttered, "Why do I feel like it's taking a bath..."
As soon as he said that, everyone reacted and couldn't help but exclaim: it really did look like it!
The patch of fire clouds resembled a showerhead, constantly raining down flames, while the Slime stood naked, receiving them all...
"This defense is ridiculously outrageous!"
Yang Sheng's eye twitched, feeling instantly insulted.
His proudest innate skill had been completely blocked?
"Social martial artists are easier to deal with!"
Chen Shu muttered to himself. It seemed that even after becoming a Silver rank, his charisma remained undiminished!
Liu Feng sat below, also watching the match. However, there was no surprise in his eyes.
The preliminary rounds were arranged by a schedule, and one of the organizers was Huaxia Academy. They naturally understood Chen Shu's talents and wouldn't allow two geniuses to clash so early.
"Are you still going to fight?"
Chen Shu smiled. The fire clouds had already dispersed. Xiao Huang directly unleashed its Lv20 [Charge], charging forward with incredible force.
The A-rank Frost Sable cast a skill, and a wave of frost surged forth, covering the area in front of the Slime.
"Guji!"
Golden light suddenly appeared on Xiao Huang's body as it cast [Unbreakable], forcefully ignoring the slowing effect.
*Boom!*
The Frost Sable was instantly sent flying, its body spewing blood, as if run over by an aircraft carrier.
*Bang! Bang! Bang!*
The Shadow Fox beside it also unleashed its skills, with several blades condensed from shadow elements piercing towards it.
But the result was still desperate.
Despite his meticulous planning, he couldn't even break through the Slime's defense.
"Enough!"
Yang Sheng's eyes were filled with unwillingness. He stared intently at Chen Shu and said fiercely, "I will definitely be back!"
"..."
With that, he recalled his contracted spirit and forfeited the match.
"Congratulations!"
Chen Shu hadn't expected it to be so easy, and a smile appeared on his face.
"Congratulations on what?"
Yang Sheng was slightly taken aback, not understanding.
"Congratulations on unlocking the achievement of a first-round exit!"
"..."
Yang Sheng's chest throbbed instantly. Compared to losing the match, the opponent's words were far more damaging.
"Nanjang Ruthless Bandit! Nanjang Ruthless Bandit!"
The entire audience stood up simultaneously, their eyes filled with fervent admiration.
As expected, Nanjang Ruthless Bandit had continued his legend!
"Brother, you mentioned earlier that Silver ranks have their own rules. What exactly are those rules?"
A fan looked at the male spectator who had spoken earlier, their eyes filled with curiosity.
"Hmph!"
The male spectator's mouth twitched, and he could only silently walk away.
No wonder they admired Chen Shu; did they all know how to insult people?
At this moment, Chen Shu walked to the front of the competition stage, greeting the cheers of thousands.
A gentle smile graced his lips as he shook hands with the spectators in the front row, his eyes filled with excitement.
"Thank you all for your support!"
"I will do better and will not disappoint you!"
The host beside him, with a dark expression, stepped closer and said, "Mr. Chen..."
"Please wait a moment, I'll accept the interview later. I need to interact with my fans first!"
Chen Shu waved his hand, still happily shaking hands.
"Big Brother..."
The host's mouth twitched, and he reminded him, "This is the first match of the preliminary rounds, not the finals..."
Putting on such a grand display, anyone would think you had won the championship.
Chen Shu turned and asked, "Is there a difference?"
"..."
The host's expression froze, and he said, "We need the venue, and there are still many matches to be held today..."
"Alright!"
Chen Shu sighed and shook his head, saying, "Then hurry up and interview me now!"
"??"
The host finally couldn't maintain composure. What interview for a preliminary match!
She forced a smile and said, "I mean, can you please get off the competition stage!"