Zongman: The post-2D era

She smiled slightly, with a sly look in her eyes: "Oh? Hate him? Maybe you just think he's interesting. After all, in my world, it's rare to find someone who can enjoy class so leisurely."

After saying this, she gently played with the hair on her forehead. Her calmness and nobility made everything around her pale in comparison.

Feng Feng, who was in the back row, was holding Illya in his arms, glancing around with her big eyes that sparkled with innocence, with a sly smile on her lips.

Feng Feng shook his head helplessly, feeling the complicated looks from the people around him, and secretly complained in his heart: "This little guy and Xue Nai are really going to cause me trouble."

He patted Illya's back gently and complained in a low voice: "Illya, can you please not use that trick of the Command Spell next time? The three of us going to school together in a "friendly" way, this scene is so weird no matter how I look at it, I'm almost becoming an outcast on campus."

Illya looked up, blinked her big eyes, and said coquettishly in a soft voice: "Hey, Brother Fengfeng, isn't this very interesting! Moreover, with Sister Altria here, we will definitely become the most special people in the school!"

As she spoke, her little hand quietly pointed to Altria, who was surrounded by a group of students not far away, and laughter could be heard from there from time to time.

Although Altria had a polite smile on her face, the cunning in her eyes was exactly the same as Illya's, as if the two of them were conspiring for a bigger "prank".

Feng Feng's thoughts were like the fallen leaves outside the window blown by the wind, drifting back to the slightly absurd yet extremely clear scene of yesterday.

The afterglow of the summoning circle sprinkled on Yukino's cold and resolute face, and her deep eyes flashed with an unquestionable light.

With a light tap of his fingertips, a subtle but powerful wave of the Command Seal rippled in the air. It was an order to Altria that could not be disobeyed.

"Altria, I order you in the name of the Master to never attack Feng Feng."

At that moment, the air seemed to freeze, even time stood still, and one of the three Command Spells on the back of Yukino's hand was missing.

Then, Illya's childish but firm voice sounded in her ears, with a hint of willfulness that could not be refused:

"Brother Fengfeng, even if you kill Sister Altria, you have to promise me that you will stay alive and protect yourself."

The little girl's eyes showed fear of the unknown as well as deep dependence and reluctance to leave her loved ones.

Feng Feng's heart suddenly tightened and he looked at Illya. Those big eyes that flashed with innocence and cunning made him unable to refuse any request.

In the classroom, he nodded slightly and hugged Illya tighter, as if telling her with his actions that no matter what happened, he would stay by her side.

The sunlight after lunch shone through the gaps in the leaves, casting dappled light and shadows. Feng Feng and Illya walked side by side on the way to the club activity room, their shadows stretched out and intertwined.

Altria followed behind them not too far away, her golden hair shining brightly in the sun, her eyes sparkling with eagerness. Obviously, she was looking for an opportunity to "take revenge".

Just as the group was about to step into the door of the club activity room, Altria suddenly quickened her pace, seemingly accidentally bumped into Feng Feng's shoulder, and a smug smile appeared on the corner of her mouth.

However, this action was keenly captured by Yukino who happened to be passing by. Yukino's eyes were stern, and she quickly stretched out her arm and gently blocked Altria's action.

Feng Feng took Illya to class, lunch, and to the club activity room together that day. During the journey, Altria tried to "avenge" him three times, but was stopped by Yukino twice and was called to the teacher's office once.

The setting sun poured onto the path like molten gold, dyeing the way home with a gentle orange.

Feng Feng and Illya walked side by side, and the occasional laughter echoed in the quiet street.

After returning home, Illya trotted around to Feng Feng, her eyes flashing with cunning and expectation, and climbed up nimbly like a kitten, sitting steadily on his lap.

"Brother Fengfeng, this way Altria can't hurt you!"

Illya's laughter was clear and pleasant, as if it could dispel all fatigue and worries.

"The honest and kind Altria would attack a cute girl like me."

Feng Feng hugged her, his eyes filled with helplessness and doting. "Illya, aren't you afraid of being laughed at by others if you sit like this?"

He asked in a low voice, but his eyes softened involuntarily.

"Don't worry, my Master. You ordered me to live, and I will live until the end of the universe."

Chapter 834: Altria's Defeat

Tuesday, October 18

Illya held Yukino's hand and looked at the two people confronting each other in the kendo field. The students in the kendo club around them were discussing who would win.

The sunlight shines through the skylight onto Altria, and her golden-haired figure looks like a female warrior.

She and Feng Feng were both wearing classic black and white kendo uniforms, holding wooden swords and standing ten steps apart, pointing their swords at each other.

Altria stood straight with a firm and deep gaze, like a heroic spirit walking out of an ancient legend, with an unquestionable solemnity.

"Observe the etiquette of a knight. This duel is only a competition. You must not attack my Command Spell unless you disobey my Master Yukino."

Her voice was clear and powerful, echoing in every corner of the wooden dojo.

"I, Altria, will use all my strength. My swordplay will be English swordplay. Please teach me."

As the minister's gesture fell, the air seemed to freeze for a moment, and then, Altria's figure burst out like an arrow from a bow.

Her wooden sword drew a brilliant silver arc in the air, so fast that it was almost beyond the capture limit of the naked eye, leaving only a blurry shadow.

The sunlight danced among her golden hair, giving this decisive blow a divine glow.

Feng Feng's eyes suddenly focused. Facing this sudden attack, he did not retreat. He stood firmly in a horse stance, holding the wooden sword tightly in both hands, and met the attack with the same swift and precise movements.

The two wooden swords collided violently in mid-air, making a loud "bang" sound, shaking the surrounding air.

Amidst the flying wood chips, the figures of the two crossed each other, bringing up gusts of sharp wind, and the atmosphere in the kendo field was instantly pushed to a climax.

Altria's figure landed lightly back to the starting point, like a dancer's perfect closing on the stage, but this quiet moment could not conceal the shock of the surrounding environment.

Everyone was stunned, their eyes involuntarily following the shocking cracks. They seemed to be carefully carved by invisible hands, extending from Artoria's resolute feet, straight and deep, as if the earth was afraid of and surrendered to its power.

The most eye-catching thing was the huge cut across the center of the kendo field. It slowly extended from the front of Altria until it intersected with the subtle but equally deep mark under the wooden sword that Feng Feng still held high.

Where the two met, the wood chips seemed to be slowly dispersing, and the air was filled with a faint wood fragrance and a barely perceptible burnt smell, which were traces left by the brief high temperature caused by the high-speed collision.

The lights in the kendo field seemed to be more focused on the battlefield, illuminating every inch of the cracks clearly, like a dynamic work of art, recording the ever-changing and peak power of the two swordsmen's confrontation.

Upon hearing this, everyone looked at each other, and then an indescribable sense of tension spread in the kendo field.

They took a few steps back unconsciously, as if even their breathing had become cautious, for fear of disturbing the contest that was about to reach its climax.

Illya clenched her hands into fists, her eyes flashing with worry and excitement. She looked up at Yukino, her clear eyes full of curiosity about the unknown and concern for her friend's safety.

"Won't they both get hurt?"

Xueno's face was solemn, but her eyes revealed an unquestionable determination. She waved her hand gently and said, "All the students watching should leave the dojo quickly and orderly. The next battle is very dangerous!"

Illya was taken by her and slowly walked to the corner of the field, her eyes never leaving Altria and Feng Feng.

As the last person stepped over the threshold, the door of the kendo field slammed shut, blocking out all outside prying eyes and noise, leaving only two figures confronting each other in the empty and solemn space.

Feng Feng took a deep breath, and his body sank slightly, as if he had merged into one with the earth.

He looked up suddenly, his eyes flashing with determination and wisdom. He raised the wooden sword high above his head, pointing it straight to the sky. There seemed to be a faint airflow surrounding his body, and the tip of the sword trembled slightly, like the subtlest but most determined light in the dawn.

"This sword move is called "Mortal Sword". Although it is not a heroic skill, it carries the will and perseverance of the Sword Master of the Zero World to avenge his wife."

Feng Feng's voice was low and powerful, and every word was like a heavy hammer, striking the hearts of everyone present.

As he finished speaking, the wooden sword began to vibrate with an indescribable rhythm; the vibration was so subtle, yet it was able to stir up ripples in the air that were invisible to the naked eye.

The sword seemed to come alive, and every vibration contained a myriad of possibilities, making people involuntarily think of bamboo leaves swaying in the wind, weak but tough, soft but strong.

"Use your heroic skills, X coffee stick! End this game early!" Feng Feng's mouth corners slightly raised when he talked about the coffee stick.

Altria's eyes suddenly lit up, like the first ray of sunlight in the morning light penetrating the clouds. The wooden sword in her hand seemed to be given life at that moment. The golden light slowly flowed along the blade, and finally gathered at the sharp tip, turning into a dazzling light.

"I won't hold back, it's a sign of respect for the game."

Inside the kendo field, the air seemed to be boiling because of the light, and every speck of dust was dancing lightly under the illumination of the light.

She slowly raised the wooden sword, each movement containing unspeakable majesty and power. The golden light fluctuated with her movements, surging like waves.

A faint smile appeared on the corner of Altria's mouth, which was a respect for her opponent and confidence in her own swordsmanship.

"Take it! The enemy of humanity, X coffee stick..."

Feng Feng stretched out his body, like a cheetah ready to hunt. The stone slabs under his feet cracked instantly, and the broken stones and dust were lifted up by an invisible force, surrounding him and forming a short but spectacular dust storm.

The golden sword light passed through his body like the dawn, instantly dyeing the side wall of the kendo field a brilliant gold.

The light was so dazzling that it penetrated the wooden structure, as if even the space was torn apart. Wherever the sword light passed, the air made a sharp whistling sound, like thousands of arrows shot at the sky.

As Feng Feng took a step forward, the entire kendo field seemed to be split into two. The golden light not only illuminated half of the sky, but also outlined a brilliant track between the blue sky and white clouds, like a comet across the night sky, leaving an eternal mark.

Apart from the sword light, everything seemed to have lost its color, only this golden color became the most dazzling existence between heaven and earth, shocking the hearts of everyone present.

And Feng Feng's figure disappeared without a trace under the embrace of this light, leaving behind only a series of roars echoing in the air and the shock that was difficult for countless people to calm down.

"No! Brother Feng, don't..."

Illya's scream sounded like a cuckoo crying blood, and Yukino's face turned pale instantly.

Altria's voice sounded with a sigh: "I lost, worthy of you, the amazing mortal sword."

Chapter 835: Altria's Detention

Tuesday, October 18

Illya and Yukino were discussing where to go after school. Fengfeng, with a bandage on his hand, said that he was injured and would not cook dinner today.

, regarding your homework and yesterday's explosion at the kendo field, congratulations to the teacher for your detention."

Mr. Hiratsuka said this with a forced smile, staring at the other party involved, Feng Feng.

Feng Feng frowned slightly, his fingertips lightly touching the bandaged wrist, an innocent smile on his lips, but his eyes slyly glanced at Mr. Hiratsuka, as if to say, "Look, I really need a rest."

He then turned around and winked at Yukino and Illya, his eyes full of playfulness and invitation.

"Hey, two beautiful princesses, considering my fragile status as a wounded soldier, how about we give up the tedious home-cooked meals tonight and go to the newly opened family restaurant to enjoy it? I heard that their desserts are excellent, which can just heal my injured heart and taste buds."

As he spoke, he did not forget to make an exaggerated prayer gesture with his uninjured hand, which made Yukino and Illya smile at each other and happily agree.

Upon hearing this, Altria turned her gaze firmly towards Mr. Hiratsuka, and spoke in a clear and powerful voice:

"Teacher, I accept the punishment of detention, but I think that as another direct participant in the kendo field incident, Feng Feng should also bear the corresponding responsibility. We can't let the responsibility be biased. This is about fairness and justice."

Teacher Hiratsuka's eyes moved back and forth between Altria and Feng Feng, with a barely perceptible smile on the corner of his mouth, as if he was quite interested in this sudden "debate".

"Well, what you said makes sense, Altria. Well, Feng Feng, it looks like you'll have to stay here today and face your 'homework' and 'responsibilities' with Altria."

Feng Feng glared at Altria, his eyes mixed with a bit of helplessness and ridicule, as if to say: "I really admire you, Princess."

Then he shrugged, a wry smile on his face, and tried to find a comfortable position on his bandaged wrist.

"Teacher, I am injured and I have an appointment just now. Please treat the injured with respect."

At this time, Yukino gently held Illya's hand, and the two smiled at each other, with cunning light flashing in their eyes, as if they had reached some kind of tacit understanding.