Up above, where the celestial monkey emperor sits in his grand throne, a look of genuine surprise crosses his regal face. It's a rare sight, and it brings a smile to his usually composed expression. His eyes remain fixed on the unfolding spectacle in the arena below.
"Prime minister, what the hell is this turn of events?" the emperor asks, his curiosity piqued by the unexpected development.
The prime minister, grins broadly in response. "That guy is sure hella strong.... I think your return was worth it after all, fufufu...."
The emperor's gaze remains locked on the battle, his thoughts focused on the combatants below. "Maybe I've finally seen a worthy opponent... Moreover, I intentionally paired the vampire crown prince against Gento because of Gento's trick. He has a very big potential but he wants to take a simple route. He has a large Ki pool like Zeno; however, he chose to modify his bat, thus catching his enemy off-guard. That's why I have high hopes for Monk," the emperor says, a hint of satisfaction in his voice as he reveals his strategic intentions.
The prime minister raises an intrigued brow. "So, you think Gento can't defeat Monk without his trick?"
"Fufufu, what do you think?" the emperor chuckles softly. "Monk would whoop his ass. Zeno was able to catch onto his trick; that's why she tore him apart limb from limb," he continues, his laughter light and almost playful. "You have one hell of a savage child," he adds with genuine amusement.
The prime minister offers a knowing nod. "Haa~ people just don't understand her. Zeno hates it when people use tricks or underhanded tactics, hence, the reason she tore Gento limb from limb," he remarks, his voice tinged with a hint of sympathy for the misunderstood Zeno.
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The sound of the bat breaking resonates through the arena.
Right in front of the audience's astonished eyes, Gento's bat shatters into two pieces, revealing a sharp, flexible sword hidden within. The weapon gleams menacingly, and it's clear that this was the secret behind Gento's formidable attacks all along.
"P-Please.... Don't do this..." Gento stammers, fear etched across his face as he slowly retreats from me. I stride purposefully toward him, the broken bat still in my hand. Thanks to the voice-amplifying objects floating in the air, our conversation is heard clearly by the spectators.
"Don't do what... You are pretty talented. You have a good physique and an insane amount of Ki pool. However, it's such a shame that you used this cheap trick to rise to the top..." I say, my voice carrying an edge of disappointment. I toss the broken bat aside, and the crowd reacts with audible surprise to my actions and words.
For many in the audience, Gento is a role model, and they had reservations about Monk's victory, attributing it to Gento's overconfidence and carelessness.
I will take a moment to explain Gento's unique attack method. When he channels his monstrous Ki into his bat, the hidden sword within retracts and delivers a swift, razor-sharp aura akin to a blade, catching his opponents off guard and causing significant damage.
Suddenly, without warning, I leap into the air above Gento, swiftly descending to deliver a powerful blow to his chin. The impact sends him hurtling across the field, and he crashes into the fence guarding the battlefield with a resounding thud.
lightsnοvεl "The winner of the first round is the crown prince of the vampire race; His Highness Jake Mystro!" The announcer's voice booms through the arena, triggering an eruption of cheers from the crowd.
After the announcer declares my win, the arena falls into an eerie silence, as if everyone is holding their breath in anticipation of the next battle.
"The second match is going now. The crown prince of the vampire race is going against another person. The person is none other than Zeno! One of the most strongest celestial monkeys to ever live!!!" The announcer's booming voice echoes throughout the arena, stirring both boos and cheers from the crowd, even louder than the reaction to my previous fight.
Suddenly, as if falling from the sky like a meteor, someone crashes into the ground right in front of me, sending debris flying into the air. I can't help but mutter, "What a dramatic entry..."
Before me stands Zeno, a striking figure, standing at about six feet tall. Her beauty is undeniable, with a face that captivates and a well-endowed body that leaves little to the imagination. She embodies the epitome of celestial monkey beauty. Behind her, her fluffy tail curls into a small, charming round shape.
"Hehe, I simply did what you did. It was fun showing up like that, your highness," Zeno says with a mischievous smile and a small wink.
"The match is going to begin at the count of Three... One... Two... Three... Begin!!" The announcer's voice booms once more, inciting a chorus of boos and cheers from the enthusiastic crowd.
In the blink of an eye, Zeno becomes a blur, dashing toward me with Ki swirling around her body in a mesmerizing display. She closes the distance with lightning speed, her palm engulfed in Ki as she swipes it toward my neck. I react swiftly, narrowly dodging the attack and slapping her hand away.
Zeno doesn't let up; she bends her upper body backward with her head nearly touching the ground, launching a direct kick aimed at my chin. The impact connects, sending my body soaring into the air. It's a powerful blow, and I feel the force reverberate through me.
"You are a martial artist, huh..." I mutter, still stunned by the attack.
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