Pokémon: Hard work pays off, moves can be upgraded infinitely.

Just as Mu Yun had predicted, Zhu Mingze emerged victorious.

Weavile excels at melee combat, but getting too close will result in burns from the high temperatures of the Magmar.

Even though the blazing flames injured the duck-billed fire dragon, it recovered quickly from the burning flames, which were indistinguishable as natural fire or Nirvana Phoenix Fire.

Mu Yun felt that perhaps Liu Hesheng's Azure Flame Blade Demon could put up a fight against this duck-billed flame dragon.

After all, one of them has damage reduction and the other has a fast recovery speed. Who wins and who loses depends entirely on who can last until the end.

Unfortunately, Liu Hesheng's opponent was Mu Yun.

"Please welcome the contestants from the second semi-final!"

After Zhu Mingze and Ling Ruijie left the arena, Mu Yun and Liu Hesheng stood on either side of the battlefield.

This was not their first match.

But compared to his confidence during the last provincial competition, Liu Hesheng's expression was very solemn at this moment.

In contrast, Mu Yun remained calm and composed.

"Please release your spirits!"

As the referee's voice faded, Mu Yun and Liu Hesheng simultaneously threw out their Poké Balls.

Awesome! *2

Two figures, one golden and one dark purple, appeared simultaneously.

Looking at the giant bee with its crimson eyes and golden skin, the flames in the Azure Flame Blade Ghost's eyes flickered violently.

As the flames flickered, he felt as if he were back on the provincial competition field.

That was his first failure.

Unforgettable!

This time, after months of hard training, he is determined to take back everything he has lost!

"Both Pokémon are in position, let the match begin!"

"ashamed!!"

Considering Beedrill's extremely fast attack speed, Liu Hesheng also intentionally trained Azure Flame Blade Demon's independent combat ability in subsequent training sessions.

Furthermore, in most cases, the Beedrill of Muyun is regarded as a hypothetical enemy.

So, almost the instant the referee's voice fell, the Azure Flame Blade Demon's blade-like arm immediately burst into flames.

Sword of Regret!

"Hiss!!"

However, just as the Azure Flame Blade Demon was about to launch a kick, a streak of golden light flew over.

He subconsciously looked up and saw familiar crimson eyes and two bee stingers that glowed with a faint black light.

Two moves in tandem – a frenzied dance of blows!

boom! !

Special Feature: Strike at the vital points!

Boom! !

A critical hit triggers!

The power of the Frenzy Swing Strike has been increased to 300%!

Dark-type moves are increased in power by 180%, and energy quality increases move power by 300%.

Physical Attack stat: 225.

The power of the Frenzy Swing is increased by 200% during its use.

After using the Qi Gathering skill, your own strength increases by 200%.

Two measures in parallel, doubling the impact!

In that instant, Azure Flame Blade Demon seemed to have returned to the time when he was Tanjiro, before he even put on his mother's armor.

The powerful bee stings, like the iron rods he used to train to dodge, whipped him, leaving him numb and in pain.

What's even more terrifying is that although the Beedrill clearly only has two stingers, in his eyes they seem to be countless, surrounding him from all sides.

"this......"

On one side of the field, Liu Hesheng stared wide-eyed at the Azure Flame Blade Demon, which was being held in place by the Giant Beedrill and thrashing about. His handsome face was filled with astonishment.

How could this happen...?

They were evenly matched during the provincial competition.

Why is it that after months of hard work, the gap has widened even further?

Does this seem right?

"ashamed!!"

(I'll fight you to the death!!)

On the battlefield, the Azure Flame Blade Demon, who was being relentlessly slapped by Xiao Du, was filled with resentment and anger.

With a bang, the flames on his arms connected with the flames above his head, instantly enveloping his entire body.

Energy-Stored Flame Strike!

A technique that increases speed.

however.

Looking at the blazing Azure Flame Blade Demon, Xiao Du's crimson eyes showed no emotion whatsoever, nor did he show any intention of dodging.

With a mere thought, he canceled the frenzied swirling strikes on his right arm's bee stinger and replaced them with another move—

Malicious pursuit!

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[Maliceful Pursuit: If the opponent has been damaged by a Dark-attribute move in a short period of time, the power of this move is increased.]

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A darker, more intense light quickly enveloped Xiao Du's silver-white bee stinger.

Facing the blazing Azure Flame Blade Demon, Xiao Du neither dodged nor evaded, but instead hurled out the Dark Bee Sting.

boom! !

To the bewilderment of the Azure Flame Blade Demon, he was sent flying backward at an even greater speed than when he had charged forward.

It crashed to the ground with a loud bang.

He lay supine in the shattered ground, the flames dancing in his eyes seemingly frozen in place.

He...lost again?

The next second, the flames stopped, his thoughts froze, and he fainted...

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[Ding! Beedrill (49) defeated Azure Blade Demon (39). Permanent Quest 1: Battle Completed. The opponent's level is significantly lower than yours. Congratulations, host! You have gained 39 points. Beedrill's growth level has received a slight boost!]

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"Azure Blade Demon is unable to fight; Beedrill wins!"

As Azure Flame Blade Demon was defeated, the referee quickly announced the result.

Liu Hesheng glanced at the thoroughly defeated Azure Flame Blade Demon, then at the Great Needle Bee that had withstood the flames without a single charred mark on its body, his face full of bewilderment and confusion.

When did Beedrill's defense become so amazing?

Mu Yun: It's normal for mortals not to understand the power of gods.

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"That was such a clean win..."

In the audience area, Qin Yilin looked at the defeated Azure Flame Blade Demon and couldn't help but mutter a sentence.

Having fought against Liu Hesheng, she knew very well the strength of that Azure Flame Blade Demon.

Putting everything else aside, its defense is absolutely astonishing.

But how come it's like paper when it comes to Beedrill?

Can the Magmar really withstand the damage from this Beedrill?

Qin Yilin glanced at Zhu Mingze beside her and fell into deep thought.

With the conclusion of the final semi-final match, the championship battle has officially begun.

After a short ten-minute rest, Mu Yun and Zhu Mingze entered the battlefield together.

The students around were all looking forward to this battle, and even Ma Yue came to watch from a closer distance.

"We're finally going to fight! I'm really looking forward to our match!"

Although he had witnessed Mu Yun's previous battles, Zhu Mingze was still full of fighting spirit.

He acknowledged that Mu Yun was very strong, but his forte was never overwhelming opponents.

It's a tug-of-war!

As long as the opponent can't kill him instantly, the final victory will definitely fall into his hands!

He firmly believed this!

"I'm really looking forward to it!"

Mu Yun replied with a smile.

He wasn't just being polite; after all, defeating Zhu Mingze meant he would be the champion and would receive the highest system reward.

He certainly looked forward to it.

"Then let's have a truly exhilarating showdown!"

Zhu Mingze felt a long-dormant fighting spirit rekindle within him.

"Please release your spirits!"

The referee glanced at Mu Yun and Zhu Mingze, and after they had stood in their positions and finished speaking, he announced the results.

"Duckbill Fire Dragon, help me secure victory!"

"Little Du, it's all up to you!"