Chapter 96: Power Shield vs. Magic Fire Dragon

Arola knew something was wrong the moment she swung her sword. Her magical blade was actually blocked by her opponent. As a mage, Xu Feng shouldn't have defenses like this in close quarters. A gust of wind blew, and the dust gradually cleared. The Young Princess's eyes widened in astonishment—the one she had ambushed wasn't Xu Feng, but a terrifying magical creature, a Flame Golem.

Burning with fierce flames, the Flame Golem clamped down on the sword. At that moment, Xu Feng appeared behind the Young Princess, his hands clasped together, with accumulated Fire Elements swirling like a nebula between his palms...

Boom!

As it spun, the surrounding elements were drawn in. The sky washed in a scorching red, and a Fire Dragon soared into the air, claws bared and fangs exposed, over ten meters long. How was this possible... How could a Fire Dragon spell be this immense?

The concentration of elements had reached a suffocating level. A flicker of anxiety crossed the Young Princess's face. With a sharp cry, ripples of power surged around her jade-like hands—a mark of the noblest bloodline of the Behemoth Clan.

Boom!

As a magical creature, the Flame Golem possessed immense strength. However, at this moment, it faced the pinnacle of physical power on Hailan Star. Niruis's figure was petite, with a slender waist and delicate fingers like flower petals. Yet, this seemingly frail girl possessed incredible divine strength...

The Flame Golem tried to lock the sword in place but was shattered into pieces by the terrifying force. The princess turned around, and the bared-clawed Fire Dragon was already before her. There was no time to dodge. Niruis gritted her teeth, a flash of determination crossing her beautiful face. She raised her hands, holding the sword horizontally above her head. With her body as the center, the air rippled outward like water waves—a magnetic field formed by the Behemoth's immense strength.

Royal Secret Technique—Divine Power Shield!

A transparent shield of power reflected the sunlight as it collided violently with the Fire Dragon...

At that moment, the arena seemed to quake. The sky was filled only with a dazzling red, and scattered sparks fell like raindrops, even affecting the spectator stands. The Behemoths were the bravest clan among the beastmen. In their battles, they disdained useless precautions like protective barriers.

An exciting battle was a form of enjoyment. If you wanted to watch, you were responsible for your own life and death.

This battle had captured the attention of too many people. In the VIP seats, Queen Leanna trembled with nervousness. Although the Behemoth King's expression remained steady, a hint of worry flickered in his eyes. As for Arola, this strong-willed beauty of the Snake Clan, her heart pounded like a drum, almost too afraid to watch.

The leaders of the Wolf and Tiger Clans also held their breath. If Xu Feng won, their hopes of allying with the Behemoth Clan through marriage would become mere fantasies.

Only Luomi, the eldest daughter of the Yarslan Family and the foremost human prodigy, kept her composure despite the intense battle, even though she had bet a hundred thousand gold coins on Xu Feng. She didn't know magic or understand Battle Aura, but she trusted her judgment—this was a woman with the makings of a prime minister.

The beastman spectators held their breath. They wanted to cheer for their beautiful princess, but the thrilling battle had left them speechless, unable to utter a word.

In the sky, the Fire Dragon roared furiously, while the girl in white fluttered gracefully. The power of the Behemoth Clan clashed fiercely with the elements. The Dragon Soul in Xu Feng's hand glowed red. Both sides were locked in a stalemate, testing their willpower.

One minute, two minutes... Time slipped away unnoticed. A sheen of sweat appeared on Niruis's forehead, while Xu Feng appeared much more relaxed and composed. Could she actually lose? The spoiled Young Princess felt panic for the first time. According to the bet, if she lost, she would have to marry him...

Niruis gritted her teeth, unwilling to accept it. She hadn't been able to save her cousin from the fire—would she now sacrifice her own happiness instead?

Damn it!

The girl clenched her teeth. Facing the burning Fire Dragon, her mere 1.6-meter height seemed so delicate. Her silver hair fluttered in the wind, like an elegant tulip...

Who said passion and fervor belonged only to men? Here was a perfect example of a heroine not yielding to any man.

With a sharp cry, the Young Princess's voice was clear and melodious, yet filled with unwavering confidence. The transparent Divine Power Shield began to glow faintly. Even Mishouleite showed a surprised expression—since when did his precious daughter possess such strength?

Sizzle...

A faint sound, now clear as day, like water poured onto fire. The glow of the Flame Dragon dimmed slightly...

Roar!

The beastmen erupted into cheers again, praising their beautiful and great princess. But they celebrated too soon—the battle wasn't over yet.

What a tenacious girl. A flash of admiration appeared in Xu Feng's eyes. Originally, Niruis had left a bad impression on him—somewhat unreasonable and troublesome. But now, it seemed this girl wasn't all brawn and no brains. She had some endearing qualities, and persistence was one of them. However, this battle was one he was determined to win!

Roar!

Xu Feng also raised his head high, roaring as if to vent his emotions. His spiritual power enveloped the entire arena. The sky darkened, clouds churned, but these clouds were red, faintly revealing flames burning within.

Even Mishouleite couldn't help but change color. How was it possible? While controlling such a massive Fire Dragon, this young man could still cast another spell?

His head throbbed painfully, as if pierced by thousands of needles—a sign of spiritual power overexertion. For a mage, this was extremely dangerous. If control was lost, spiritual power could run wild, and the consequences... To put it simply, it was like a martial artist going berserk from cultivating internal energy in wuxia novels.

But he had no choice. He couldn't lose this battle—not just because of the bet, but also to protect the hard-won happiness between him and Xiaoya. If he narrowly lost to a girl here, would the Snake Clan leader still agree to his marriage with Xiaoya?

He had to fight!

Although Xu Feng was usually a bit lazy and enjoyed comfort, when it came to critical moments, he showed the courage of a true man.

The situation twisted and turned. The beastmen awaited the final moment.

"Ha!"

With a sharp cry, the sword light arched like a rainbow. The Fire Dragon, formed from magical elements, was forcibly split in two. But the Young Princess didn't hesitate for a moment. With a flash, she lunged toward Xu Feng. This battle had reached a race against time.

Xu Feng, fully focused on preparing a new spell, had no energy left to set up defenses. If she could reach him before the spell was complete, she would win.

Huan Yu: Third update. There will be another one tonight, though it'll be a bit late. But it's definitely coming. Considering how hard I'm working, please give me some recommendation votes!

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