"This..."
Watching her Martial Soul Fusion Skill being interrupted so effortlessly, Wu Siduo froze momentarily, a look of bewilderment flashing across her face.
Had it really been disrupted so easily?
Although Luo Chuan had warned her that the fusion process was vulnerable to interference and required teammates' protection, she hadn't taken it seriously.
"So it really can be done like this!" Wu Siduo pouted, her expression falling.
"Since I knew you had a Martial Soul Fusion Skill, how could I just stand by and let you complete it?"
Yuanen Yehui wore a knowing smile, the corners of her lips curling faintly. While Martial Soul Fusion Skills were powerful, with her Battle Armor, she might still hold her own. But the crucial point was...
Based on her assessment, Wu Siduo likely also possessed Battle Armor crafted by Luo Chuan. A Martial Soul Fusion Skill combined with One-Word Battle Armor would make the fight untenable for her in the long run.
Letting the opponent complete the fusion would only spell trouble for herself—only a fool would allow that.
"Of course, I'd love to spar with her at full strength someday, but for now, victory is the priority."
Yuanen Yehui quickly suppressed her emotions and refocused her vigilance. Without the Martial Soul Fusion Skill, her opponent would likely resort to...
"Since there's no Martial Soul Fusion Skill, then..."
Just as Yuanen Yehui anticipated, Wu Siduo's eyes revealed no hesitation. With her fusion skill thwarted, she had no choice but to summon her Battle Armor.
"Nether!"
With a sharp cry, streaks of metallic light and shadow materialized around her slender frame, coalescing into a suit of armor.
This was her Battle Armor—crafted by Luo Chuan, One-Word Battle Armor: Nether!
"Is that..."
"A full set of Battle Armor?"
The audience erupted in uproar at the sight, nearly every gaze locked onto Wu Siduo, their shock palpable.
Battle Armor—this was Battle Armor?
If Tang Wulin's talent had left them in disbelief, this spectacle surpassed even that astonishment.
The reason was simple: while a hundred-thousand-year Soul Ring was beyond their wildest dreams, Battle Armor was something they encountered far more frequently. Becoming a Battle Armor Master was the aspiration of every Shrek Academy student.
Only those who achieved Battle Armor Mastery before sixth grade could graduate from the Outer Court. Moreover, reaching Soul Emperor rank and obtaining One-Word Battle Armor before the age of twenty was the benchmark for Inner Court admission!
Yet here was Wu Siduo—a first-year Outer Court student!
A first-year Battle Armor Master—what did this signify? With her twelve-year-old Soul Ancestor cultivation and this One-Word Battle Armor, she already possessed the potential to enter the Inner Court.
In fact, her exceptional admission seemed all but guaranteed!
"Wu Siduo..."
"She even has Battle Armor?"
On the viewing platform, Ya Li's face flickered with surprise as she murmured in astonishment.
"I hadn't expected this either..."
Beside her, Cai Yue'er was equally stunned. She had only been aware of Tang Luochuan, Gu Yue, and Na'er possessing Battle Armor—this development had caught her completely off guard.
"To think she has Battle Armor... In that case, there's no doubt about the outcome of her match against Yuanen."
Cai Yue'er spoke slowly. The difference between possessing Battle Armor and lacking it was akin to two entirely separate tiers of combat strength. No matter how formidable Yuanen Yehui was, victory against such odds was impossible.
"I heard Wu Lin mention before that he also obtained a set of One-Word Battle Armor, made by that kid Luo Chuan."
At this moment, Feng Wuyu couldn't help but speak up.
"Luo Chuan..."
Hearing this name, Yun Ming nearby quickly understood. Given Luo Chuan's status as a Level Seven in all professions—an almost unheard-of achievement across the entire continent—it made perfect sense for him to craft Battle Armor for his teammates.
After all, for him, this was no difficult task!
"But if Wu Lin and Wu Siduo both have it, could the others also...?"
Yun Ming's face showed contemplation before he quickly shook his head. Probably not.
"Battle Armor..."
"She actually has a full set of Battle Armor too?!"
On the other side, among the second-year team, the participating students wore expressions of bewilderment, unable to hold back their astonishment.
At this moment, Le Zhengyu's emotions were the most complicated. He felt a wave of relief—thank goodness he hadn't gone up there, otherwise...
Facing a four-ring genius who was also a Battle Armor Master? He wouldn't stand a chance!
"At least..."
"Our class monitor is also a Battle Armor Master."
The others turned their gazes to the arena, their eyes filled with anticipation.
"..."
Back in the arena, Wu Siduo wore a calm smile as she looked in Yuanen's direction, clearly in high spirits.
This wasn't the first time she had released her Battle Armor, but every time she felt its powerful aura, her mood instinctively soared.
This... was made for her by Luo Chuan.
With Luo Chuan's gift, victory was inevitable!
"You're not the only one with Battle Armor."
At this moment, Yuanen Yehui's gaze settled on Wu Siduo's Battle Armor, her face carrying a faint smile as she spoke indifferently.
The next instant, as a surge of pressure erupted, her originally tall frame shrank back to a petite form. The shadow of a giant ape materialized behind her, and dark-purple armor enveloped her body...
One-Word Battle Armor: Night!
"You..."
"You're also a Battle Armor Master?"
Seeing this scene, Wu Siduo froze momentarily, her earlier smile faltering slightly. This was clearly unexpected.
Did the second-year class also have someone capable of crafting Battle Armor?
Or... had she made it herself?
"Genuine as can be."
"So, I think we can continue now."
Yuanen Yehui clenched her fist lightly and smiled.
"..."
"Bring it on!"
Wu Siduo gave her a deep look but nodded in agreement, undaunted. Even if she might not win, this would still be valuable combat experience for her!
And just as she expected, due to the disadvantage between their Martial Souls, even with both possessing One-Word Battle Armor, her combat ability was far inferior to Yuanen Yehui's. In the end, she was defeated.
"1v1 Exchange Tournament, second match: Yuanen wins."
"..."
"Yuanen also has Battle Armor?"
Watching this unfold, Yun Ming on the spectator stand wore a thoughtful expression. He had a hunch that this might also be...
"Yuanen and Luo Chuan had a good relationship before, forming a strong friendship. He might be the only person in the outer court who knows her dual identity. This Battle Armor..."
"Was probably made by him for Yehui."
Cai Yue'er seemed to have realized something, her face filled with emotion as she spoke. That kid Luo Chuan truly treated those around him well.
"Another one made by Luo Chuan."
"He's already involved with the second grade, so what about the others in the first grade..."
Yun Ming responded softly, his face deep in thought, a premonition stirring in his heart—don't tell him...
"It shouldn't be possible."
He shook his head subconsciously, thinking to himself.
He had observed the other first-grade participants—none were at the Soul Ancestor level, none qualified to wear Battle Armor.
Could they have absorbed individual pieces?
No way, absolutely impossible. People shouldn't—at the very least, they couldn't possibly...
"..."
Soon after, as he watched the others take the stage one by one, Yun Ming fell silent.
In the final individual match, Ye Xinglan took the field, defeating Le Zhengyu in three strikes. As he had suspected, she possessed eight pieces of Battle Armor.
And the others—Xu Xiaoyan and Xie Xie in the doubles match, Wang Jinxi and Zhang Yangzi—all had at least five pieces of Battle Armor each.
But now, as the final 7v7 team battle began, Yun Ming could no longer hold back his shock at the sight of the first-grade team's dazzling Battle Armor. His lips parted involuntarily:
"Seriously..."
"Full-team Battle Armor?"
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