Chapter 103: The Duel (Part 1)

Chapter 103: The Match (Part 1)

"Then let's begin. Who among you will go first?" Lin Xing stood on the outer training ground, hands clasped behind his back, his gaze fixed on Alex.

Alex hastily waved his hands. "I don't want to go up there and make a fool of myself. The ones who will fight you are the boss and the third brother. They are the two top experts of our Black Wind Stronghold."

Lin Xing thought for a moment and understood. Alex was only at the Archmage level. Going up to fight Lin Xing would be like asking for a beating. Therefore, Alex had the foresight not to include himself in this match.

"Big brother, let me go first!" Kerry's voice was still cold and emotionless, as if someone owed him money and refused to pay it back.

Blair pondered for a moment, then nodded in agreement, his expression serious as he instructed, "Third brother, don't be careless. This guy is no pushover!"

Kerry nodded and walked into the arena slowly. He drew his weapon and pointed it at Lin Xing, saying, "Let us continue the battle we left unfinished!"

Lin Xing's weapon also appeared in his hand. When facing an opponent in battle, revealing one's weapon and using one's strengths to engage the enemy is a sign of respect for the opponent! And Lin Xing did this to show his respect for Kerry! Because he still intended to subdue them!

The two stood at a distance, watching each other, waiting for an opportunity to strike.

The surrounding onlookers, however, continuously cheered for their Third Stronghold Master. "Third Stronghold Master, defeat that arrogant fellow!" "Third Stronghold Master, give that kid a good beating!" The cheers resounded throughout the stronghold.

"Big brother, who do you think will win, third brother or Lone Star?" Alex asked Claire, who was standing beside him.

Claire looked at the two in the arena, a faraway look in his eyes as he said, "Kerry's chances of winning aren't great. To be honest, even I am not confident against this Lone Star."

Seeing that Lin Xing had no intention of making the first move, Kerry said coldly, "I'm making my move." At the same time, his entire body drifted forward, thrusting his sword at Lin Xing.

Lin Xing deflected the thrust with a single slash of his blade. The two separated upon contact but immediately charged at each other again. That was just a probing move; now the real battle began.

After a few exchanges, Lin Xing now had some understanding of Kerry's fighting style. From the weapon he used, it was clear that this person's path was one of agility, swiftness, and ruthlessness!

What Kerry excelled at was indeed speed—rapid speed, coupled with that ruthless swordplay. An ordinary person would have a hard time dealing with it, but his opponent was Lin Xing!

And Kerry also understood that Lin Xing excelled at slashing. Lin Xing's blows were heavy and his strength immense; that fierce and powerful blade technique was precisely what Kerry feared. At the beginning, he clashed head-on with Lin Xing a few times, but each time he was forcefully knocked back. Now, Kerry could only engage Lin Xing in a battle of attrition, relying on movement and endurance. After all, if he clashed head-on with Lin Xing, he would certainly gain no advantage.

"Hah!" With a shout, Lin Xing slashed fiercely at Kerry!

With no time to parry and no space to dodge, Kerry had no choice but to raise his sword to meet the blow.

With a "clang," blade and sword collided. Kerry instantly felt a tremendous force transmitted through the weapon in his hand. As his hand went numb, he also had the wind knocked out of him. His body involuntarily staggered back several steps. And this was with Lin Xing not using his full strength; otherwise, Kerry would definitely have been sent flying.

"Take another move from me!" Lin Xing pushed off the ground with both feet, and his entire body immediately soared into the air. His blade, carrying fierce momentum, slashed viciously down at Kerry.

Kerry retreated several steps, trying to shake off the impact transmitted by Lin Xing, but...

Kerry immediately leaped back, trying to use his speed to shake off Lin Xing.

Seeing that Kerry wanted to rely on speed to escape him, Lin Xing smiled inwardly. *Compete with me in speed? Fine, then I'll use the speed you excel at to defeat you!*

Lin Xing kicked off the ground rapidly, and his entire body shot forward toward Kerry. His speed was more than just a notch faster than Kerry's! At the same time, the blade in his hand slashed down toward Kerry's back.

Kerry, who was fleeing, was startled to see Lin Xing shooting toward him. Sensing the threat from behind, Kerry gritted his teeth, hardened his heart, and suddenly turned around, slashing his sword toward Lin Xing's neck. It was actually a mutual destruction move! If Lin Xing didn't dodge, Kerry might be cut in half, but Lin Xing would also certainly be decapitated.

Lin Xing leaned back slightly and simultaneously threw himself backward. He had no desire to risk his life with a madman like Kerry.

Seizing the opening, Kerry pressed his attack. The longsword in his hand remained like a shadow attached to Lin Xing's neck, never leaving its vicinity!

Lin Xing, in the midst of his hasty retreat, roared angrily. He stomped his right foot down hard, using the rebound to hurtle himself backward even faster! At the same time, he kicked out, striking the tip of Kerry's sword.

Kerry's momentum slowed slightly, but in that instant, Lin Xing had already moved out of range of Kerry's sword technique. Simultaneously, he leaped forward and pounced.

"Be careful!" Lin Xing shouted loudly as his entire body shot toward Kerry.

A "clang" of impact rang out. Kerry was sent flying violently. Enduring the churning blood and energy within his body like a raging sea and the pain of his grip tearing, Kerry mustered all his strength, tumbled, and landed on the ground. He then immediately sprinted forward.

"Boom!" Just as Kerry sprinted away, the spot where he had been standing was blasted into a large crater by Lin Xing's slash!

Feeling the condition inside his body, Kerry couldn't help but grow anxious. Lin Xing's strength was greater than he'd thought. He couldn't defeat him. But if he were to admit defeat like this, the usually proud Kerry was unwilling!

"Kerry, you should just admit defeat. You can't beat me," said Lin Xing as he closed in.

"Admit defeat? Impossible! Unless I'm lying on the ground, I will absolutely not admit defeat!" Kerry shouted, his eyes bloodshot.

"Fine, then I'll knock you to the ground!" Lin Xing sneered. Originally, he wanted Kerry to admit defeat to preserve his dignity and make his loss less humiliating. But since you won't accept this kindness, then I won't hold back either, Lin Xing thought to himself.

Meanwhile, Blair outside the arena was frowning deeply. This Lin Xing was indeed not simple. Kerry was clearly outmatched. Suddenly, he spoke up, "Kerry, admit defeat. His strength is much higher than yours."

"No!" Kerry roared, his eyes crimson. "Before I fall, I will absolutely not admit defeat." At the same time, he turned and charged at Lin Xing once more.

Seeing Kerry in such a state, Blair's frown deepened. "Brother Lone Star, please show mercy to Kerry!"

"I won't kill him, rest assured!" Lin Xing said calmly.

Kerry had lost his usual composure. At this moment, there was only one thought in his mind: absolutely do not admit defeat, must defeat Lin Xing!

*[Author's Note: 512th anniversary, friends, please check the related works section.]*