Chapter 77: Sparring

Chapter 77: Sparring

The morning's physical training class was exhausting, so Tang San rested a little first. Then, he started meditating, entering the state remarkably quickly. The energy in his body surged, merging with the energy of the Mysterious Heavens Technique, and he could clearly feel some improvements in himself.

It wasn't until the bell inside the academy rang that he awoke from his meditation. Outside, he could hear noise—clearly, his colleagues were already heading for the afternoon classes. Updated from novelb(i)n.c(o)m

After stretching his body, Tang San sprang up and left the room. His fellow students were all gathered there in the courtyard, presumably having rested for a while themselves.

Guan Longjiang and Mu Enqing were present, while Mu Yunyu and Si Ru were absent.

Mu Enqing said, “Today’s practical combat class will be held within the academy. Tang San, step forward.”

Tang San took a step forward, emerging from the group.

Mu Enqing continued, “As you are new to the academy, both the teachers and your colleagues must become familiar with your abilities. You may choose one person as your opponent for a real combat match. You can go all out in the match. Teacher Guan and I will ensure your safety.”

“Yes, Teacher.” Tang San nodded, turning toward the other students.

The students of Redemption Academy were somewhat curious about this newcomer, especially as he was the youngest among them. They were particularly intrigued by his successful completion of the morning's physical training, even more so after learning that Mu Yunyu had increased his weight load during the session.

Naturally, Redemption Academy placed great emphasis on potential when selecting its students, but Mu Yunyu's physical training class was not easy to handle. Everyone struggled with it when they first arrived. Thus, Tang San's physical capabilities, coupled with his young age, had already drawn extra attention from everyone.

Tang San's gaze swept over his senior fellow students. One of them waved his hands repeatedly at him, indicating he did not wish to engage in actual combat with Tang San.

Du Bai had just gotten back, and his face was still somewhat pale. The physical training class had indeed been torturous for him.

Tang San had already decided on his target. "I choose senior sister Cheng Zicheng."

"Okay. Cheng Zicheng's Demon God Transformation is of the flying type," Mu Enqing reminded him, "so be mentally prepared."

Eighteen wind blades burst forth like flowers scattering from the hands of a celestial maiden, illuminating the battlefield in a green hue. The intense concentration of wind element even caused a distinct howling sound throughout the courtyard.

The eighteen wind blades were actually not aimed at Cheng Zicheng; rather, they shot upward, intertwining in the air to form a large net. This instantly discouraged Cheng Zicheng, who was in fact preparing to take flight after being pushed back earlier.

When the eighteen wind blades flew out, tracing arcs in the air, Guan Longjiang's and Mu Enqing's eyes lit up instantly. They exchanged glances, unable to hide their surprise in their expressions.

Although they had heard from Zhang Tianxiao about Tang San's exquisite control over wind blades, seeing was believing. Witnessing him instantly release so many wind blades, each solid and entirely under his control, was simply amazing. How could a nine-year-old child achieve this? This level of control seemed on par with or even beyond that of an eighth or ninth-order member of the Wind Wolf Clan. It was clear that there was some kind of unique technique behind this astonishing control.

In contrast to their amazement, Cheng Zicheng was feeling a mix of shock and anger. She had certain expectations and judgments about Tang San and she knew he was skilled in using wind blades. However, she had never anticipated being suppressed after just their first exchange.

The two wind blades launched by Tang San had been extremely forceful; upon impact, her tough Golden Roc wings felt numb from the shock. And just as she was about to take off, she found that the eighteen wind blades in the air posed such a threat that she couldn't risk flying.

The feeling of losing control over the battle before it even began was unbearably frustrating.

But Cheng Zicheng was still a member of the Redemption Academy, and therefore not someone to be easily defeated. Realizing that taking flight might make her a target for the wind blades, she reacted almost instantly. Instead of retreating, she advanced, her wings flapping fiercely to create a gust of wind. This wind served as her shield against the aerial wind blades, and simultaneously, she accelerated hard. Almost like teleporting, she lunged directly toward Tang San.

In a flash of orange-yellow light, she was already face to face with Tang San. At this moment, Tang San, had just unleashed eighteen wind blades, and he obviously couldn't release another.

Cheng Zicheng finally showed a hint of a smile at the corner of her mouth. You want to block my flight, huh? Then I'll go straight for the jugular and beat you in close combat.

But her smile stiffened on her lips in the next instant.

Tang San had disappeared.

Just as Cheng Zicheng thought she was about to collide with him, suddenly everything blurred before her eyes, and Tang San vanished into thin air. Then came the sensation of numerous sharp edges coming from all directions. Not only that, but her wings closed; she was immobilized.

To the others, it looked like Tang San shifted a bit before the collision and somehow appeared behind Cheng Zicheng. Then, he grabbed her shoulders, holding her in place. The eighteen wind blades he had set in the air were now homed in on Cheng Zicheng like swallows returning to their nest.