The Witcher: Start with the Lord Marrying a Wife.

Chapter 324: The Battle of the Orthodox Wizards
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David and the witches conduct research in the castle.

And at this time, more and more wizards came to the blue sea.

Originally, David just wanted to keep a low profile.

But some wizards have obvious prejudice against aliens.

These wizards claimed to be the orthodox inheritors of magic, and they showed disdain and contempt for David and the witches, who they regarded as foreign visitors.

In the eyes of wizards, aliens have merely achieved some success by chance by relying on some unique bloodlines and powers, but they lack true magical literacy and profound knowledge.

Therefore, although David and the witches were powerful enough to be reckoned with, in the eyes of these traditional wizards, they were still outsiders who were not worthy of respect.

David and the witches encountered such cold reception at the Wizarding Union meeting.

The wizards studiously ignored their presence, even raising their voices in conversation as they made disparaging remarks about how the aliens had achieved their accomplishments through luck and brute force.

Although the witches were angry, they knew that now was not the time to argue. They had to remain calm and prove their worth through practical actions.

David also understood that in this world where strength is respected, only by demonstrating undisputed power can one truly win respect.

Therefore, he decided that in the days to come, he would not only demonstrate the power of the aliens in battle, but also let these conceited wizards see the wisdom and potential of the aliens through magical exchanges.

In the following days, David and the witches worked hard in the laboratory in the castle.

They delved into various materials on life and secrets, trying to find a way to deal with the upcoming challenges.

Although the outside world is full of prejudice and disdain towards them, David knows that silence is not an option for them.

They must break these stereotypes through practical actions.

One morning, at a meeting of the Wizarding Union, many wizards gathered together.

When David and the witches walked into the conference room in neat robes, many people cast cold and contemptuous glances at them.

In such an atmosphere, although they felt uneasy, they were more determined to prove themselves.

After the meeting began, an old wizard who claimed to be the leader of the "Orthodox" stood up and said arrogantly: "What we are discussing here today is magic research and combat strategies, not the topic of how those alien races succeeded by chance."

This remark caused a murmur of laughter, and many people joined in the discussion.

Despite his inner rage, David remained calm.

He knew that such a public statement would not change their prejudice against foreigners, but he also understood that if they did not stand up to defend themselves, they would always be regarded as outsiders.

So, he straightened his chest and said in front of everyone: "We don't just get our strength through blood, but we grow through hard work and wisdom. If you are willing, we can prove it."

The witches stood beside him, silently supporting the decision and conveying a message of firmness and confidence.

The hall suddenly became quiet. The laughter suddenly disappeared, and some curious and suspicious eyes were cast at David.

"How do you want to prove it?" The old wizard responded provocatively, "Magic is an ancient and profound art, and your so-called 'aliens' are just adventures with some strange powers."

"Then I propose a magic duel." David responded without hesitation, he knew that this was the most direct way to demonstrate his strength.

"If I can defeat you or anyone else of equal strength, I hope everyone will reconsider their opinion of us; if I fail, I am willing to bear all the consequences."

Whispers instantly broke out in the hall, and those who claimed to be orthodox showed a look of pride and provocation on their faces.

Daffodil and the other witches expressed support and concern; they understood that this was a risk, but they also knew that it was an opportunity and an important moment to change the situation.

Finally, after several rounds of debate, the conference agreed to the proposal and chose an experienced and prestigious five-ring wizard as the opponent - Arno.

He is famous for his unquestionable strength, and this duel will undoubtedly become an important event, not only related to personal honor, but also to the foothold of the entire alien team in the blue sea.

Just before the scheduled day, David knew that no matter what the outcome, he was going to shock everyone that they not only possessed great power, but also wisdom and courage.

The day of the duel finally arrived.

The entire alliance hall was decorated gorgeously, and countless curious people gathered here, many of whom were companions who had once laughed at him.

At this moment, even under such tremendous pressure, David still felt an unprecedented indomitable spirit surging in his heart.

As he walked up to the challenge seat, silence fell among the crowd.

"Good luck," Daffodil said softly, and she squeezed his hand. "We'll support you no matter what the outcome."

"Thank you, I will show them in my own way." After saying these words, he turned to face Arnault.

The proud and experienced powerful man stared at him intently with eyes as sharp as a hawk.

The battle horn sounded in the Alliance Hall, and the audience's eyes were fixed on the duel arena.

David and Arnault stood at opposite ends, and the air was filled with a tense and intense atmosphere.

David took a deep breath and felt the power from the dragon blood quietly surging in his body.

"Are you ready?"

Arno smiled slightly, with a confident and calm expression on his face.

A water magic circle slowly appeared behind him, with shimmering streams of water flowing, and under his control it seemed like a living thing.

“I’m always ready,” David responded.

He mobilized the hot and powerful magical energy in his body, and inspired by the dragon, he waved his arms and a golden light burst out from his fingertips.

With an order, the battle between the two officially began.

Arno quickly summoned several vortex-shaped water balls, which rushed towards David at a rapid speed. Those water balls were like nimble little snakes, quickly moving in the air.

Many viewers exclaimed in amazement; they could feel the water wizard's exquisite control over the elements.

"Go to me!"

Arno shouted, and the water balls turned into huge waves and rushed towards David at an incredible speed.

And at this moment, he also raised his palm forward without showing any weakness, and a golden flame was suddenly released, instantly igniting the air in front of him.

The heat and cold collided, and people could hear the harsh explosion and the vibration caused by the impact of the air wave. The flames intersected with the huge waves, and countless steam rose into the air. The shock wave set off layers of ripples between the two.

Although the fire tried to devour the cold, the ice was extremely tough, and a balance was formed between the two that was not easy to break.

"You are very strong." Arno looked at the young wizard in front of him with new eyes, "It seems that you don't just rely on bloodline."

"Nothing more than that." David smiled slightly. He knew in his heart that this was an important moment for him to demonstrate his strength and wisdom.

He concentrated his mind and mobilized his elemental power once again.

This time, he decided to use a more advanced and proactive magic - Dragon's Fury.

He slapped his chest with both hands, and a large ball of golden light and blue flames gradually took shape, then flew towards Arno at a terrifying speed.

Under this huge power, countless tiny arcs of electricity flew around, sweeping around like a violent storm!

Faced with this magnificent offensive, a look of astonishment flashed across Arnault's face, but he quickly regained his composure.

He quickly formed seals with his hands, gathering the moisture in the surrounding air.

A huge wall of water formed instantly, completely enveloping him to block the impending attack.

However, even a seven-ring wizard cannot easily endure such a huge and energy-consuming force, let alone facing such a repressive offensive!

There was a loud bang!
The huge ball that integrated the power of heaven and earth slammed heavily into the water wall, causing a deafening explosion.

When the incoming shock wave tore through the hall, many onlookers even felt their bodies being shaken back a few steps. This duel had already entered a white-hot stage!
When the steam dissipated and the thick smoke gradually dissipated, people came to their senses again, only to find that the two wizards were still standing in the center of the venue.

But some people noticed that David had the upper hand in the battle, and David had been using wizardry all the time and had not used the alien's physical strength.

The smoke gradually dissipated and the audience held their breath, looking forward to what would happen next.

David and Arno still stood firmly in the center of the venue, observing each other's movements calmly.

Arnault took a deep breath and realized that he had to take a more proactive approach.

Although water magic is not as powerful as fire magic, its flexibility and defense can make up for this shortcoming.

His palms began to form seals quickly, and as he chanted the spell, a huge water tornado formed behind him. It was one of his most powerful attacks - "Surging Tide".

"Go to me!"

At Arno's command, the waterspout pounced towards David like a giant beast.

The swirling water tore through the air, as if it was going to swallow up everything around it.

David narrowed his eyes slightly, he knew he had to deal with this powerful attack.

He quickly mobilized magical energy and condensed the fire element into a huge fireball.

At the same time, he also used the agility and strength bestowed upon him by his dragon blood to deal with the swirling torrent in an instant.

"Dragon Flame!" David shouted, and pushed the fireball in his hand forward.

As the fireball flew towards the waterspout, the two collided instantly. The entire hall was shrouded in dazzling light, and countless steam and particles intertwined together to make a harsh roar!
This time, it is a real power confrontation between the strong.

The audience stared intently; they could feel the shock brought by the magical fluctuations in the air.

This kind of shock does not only come from the visual sense, but also from the strong and direct impact on the depths of the soul.

In the gap between the collision of these forces, when the thick smoke had not yet dissipated, David silently muttered in his heart.

In the next moment, he decided to use a more complex and efficient magic - "element resonance", a technology that can fuse the surrounding elemental energy to enhance its own attack power.

He waved his hands together, and a light flashing alternately in gold and blue rose from his body. It was a new type of power that transcended the boundaries of a single element.

Under this resonance effect, the incoordination of the two attributes is miraculously integrated into an unexpected new form.

This energy not only enhances his attack power, but also increases his agility.

At the same time, Arnault also sensed the crisis coming. He realized that if he continued to focus on simple attacks, David might find an opportunity to counterattack.

Therefore, he quickly retreated and began to mobilize a large amount of water elements to form a protective shield around him to resist the upcoming attack.

At this moment, a ball of deep blue light flashed from the cover. It was a large wave that was condensing into shape - "tsunami impact".

The tsunami impact rushed forward like a landslide, and at the same time, David over there had already completed his preparations.

"Explode!"

Then the golden-blue light that erupted swept in all directions like a torrent. Countless small arcs of electricity, accompanied by dazzling changes, rushed forward with irresistible force and slammed into the tsunami impact unleashed by Arno!

Rumble!
A loud noise like a violent storm rose up again in the center of the battle, and countless small air waves flew in all directions, attracting the attention of everyone in the hall.

The entire Alliance Hall seemed to be shocked, and at this moment, people finally saw the charm and pride brought by the true superb skills between wizards!
As the smoke gradually cleared, people witnessed an incredible sight.

The confidence on Arnault's face gradually faded, while David, in contrast, seemed a little calmer.

He used his reason and wisdom to maximize his potential. He no longer relied solely on the power given to him by his blood. Instead, he gained control capabilities beyond ordinary people through continuous learning and accumulation of experience.

At this point, the audience was already shocked by their wonderful performance. Many people began to whisper and some cheered for them.

David's face remained calm, but he knew that showing the power of a dragonborn wizard was not enough.

"This battle has just begun." David thought to himself.

He knew that if he wanted to win this duel, he had to make full use of his power as a dragon and his understanding of magic.

At the same time, Arnault was not to be outdone. He realized that he had to adopt more flexible and varied strategies to adapt to David's powerful offensive power.

David took a deep breath and no longer relied solely on dragon blood and fire magic.

In this duel, he will need to fully demonstrate the diverse powers of a true wizard.

He closed his eyes, quickly cleared his thoughts in his mind, and mobilized the four elemental powers that had been dormant in his body for a long time - wind, water, earth, and fire.

(End of this chapter)