Child of Destiny

Chapter 1875: First Round Result

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There was no unexpected development in the next few moments of the match. Even if Archimedes and Daulla put up a good fight, they were unable to overcome the disadvantages that the prison formation was giving them.

The matchup happened to be a great counter for them, making it harder for them to turn the situation around.

They might have lost, but their performance was more than enough for the audience to give them a round of applause. They had gained quite a lot of respect from everyone, especially after everyone saw how they were able to hold their ground despite all the odds against them.

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”What a pity. They could have won this round if they matched any other members of Godʼs Paradise,” said Miss Bunny with a sigh.

”Well, there are no ʼwhat ifsʼ in the competitive scene,” said David before suddenly chuckling. ”But I have to admit that what youʼve just said is true, partner.”

”Archimedes is not weak, nor Daulla. Theyʼve just gotten a bad matchup,” he paused for a moment before quickly adding. ”Daullaʼs class is somewhat of a counter against the Twin Stars, particularly her lightning element. Unfortunately, Amor had set up the stage quite cunningly and created an environment that is more favorable for them.”

”If she is paired with Chaotic Luck or Akailu, do you think they will have the chance to win this round?” asked Miss Bunny, finding a topic while waiting for the next round to start.

”Then her coordination with them will not be as good,” answered David before quickly adding. ”There are always pros and cons in such situations. The Empyrean Talons have just taken a gamble and lost.”

The two then proceeded to discuss the other details of the match during the brief break before the Group Competition.

They had also voiced out their thoughts about the format that Godʼs Paradise had chosen for the Group Competition while also trying to guess the respective lineup that each side would have.

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In the private lounge of the Empyrean Talons, the atmosphere was not that cheerful due to the recent loss. But it was not much of a big deal since Archimedes and Daulla had performed well.

Moreover, they also their a big lead, which gave them quite a lot of breathing space for the match.

They were quite relaxed, especially when all the pressure would most likely fall on those who would be playing for the Team Competition.

Unfortunately, the word ʼpressureʼ was not in the dictionary of those monsters. They would rather face their opponents under such conditions to hone themselves during the match.

However, there were still some members of the team who would feel such pressure. Just like Chaotic Luck, who was still quite a rookie in the competitive stage.

Even though he was quite experienced now, it was still far from enough to call him a veteran. Against the more experienced opponents, he still felt quite a lot of pressure, especially after watching the previous round.

Even if he could not win the first round of the Group Battle, he hoped to perform well, like how Archimedes and Daulla had shown everyone how good they were.

He was being pressure of not being able to perform as good as Archimedes and Daulla. He was afraid of failing to meet the expectations and trust of the team.

Seemingly sensing his current mood, Shin suddenly walked over and patted his shoulder.

Chaotic Luck then swiftly turned to Shin, who was currently not wearing the [Nephilimʼs Gemini Mask] and smiling at him.

”It is fine to be nervous, but donʼt doubt yourself. You are strong yourself,” said Shin, giving the Solaris Lich some encouragement, before swiftly adding. ”And it is fine to lose. Everyone is behind you.”

”This is why we are a team. We will fill each otherʼs weaknesses and rely on each other,” he added as he patted Chaotic Luckʼs shoulder once again.

Hearing those words, Chaotic Luck managed to somehow calm himself down, being able to focus once again.

Shin did not have to remind Akailu and Alucard about anything since those two were quite experienced themselves.

Shin just needed to remind everyone before leaving them alone, letting them condition themselves.

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In the meantime, the side of Godʼs Paradise was in a somewhat relaxed atmosphere.

”That was close,” said Susanoo, greeting the Twin Stars.

Amor pouted her lips a little before replying. ”We have overlooked those two, particularly what they can do. Fortunately, we are prepared enough for this round.”

”Those two will most likely give us even more trouble if they are in a different condition,” added Odium while trying to recall the details of the match.

”That Lightning Mage is a bit troublesome. She will most likely trash me if not for the advantage I have with the environment,” he continued while wearing a deep frown.

Kallavan nodded, acknowledging what Odium had said. But he was more interested in Archimedes, who managed to hold out quite a lot of time against the army of evil ghosts and vengeful spirits.

”This Archimedes guy needed to be studied. He has quite a lot of secrets about himself,” he started before swiftly adding. ”He seems to be another version of Alucard from a different race.”

”I heard that the Winged Race of the Sky Island from the Primal Kingdom is almost under the tight control of a certain hidden organization, am I right?” asked Sheryl before turning to Ashura and Lia. ”Do you think it is the hidden force that Empyrean Talons control?”

”But our sources say that this organization has some connection with Hand of Midas,” said Lia.

”Isnʼt it pretty much confirmed it!?” said Susanoo before swiftly adding. ”We all know that Hand of Midas has some strange relationship with the Empyrean Talons.”

”Should we investigate this hidden force, then? I feel that they will become a huge factor for the upcoming change in the game,” suggested Lia while turning to Ashura.

Ashura thought for a moment before shaking his head. ”Letʼs set it aside for now. We are currently in the middle of the grand finals. We canʼt afford to be too distracted.”

He then paused for a moment before suddenly adding. ”But you can tell the guys in the Aurora Continent to send some guys to the Primal Kingdom to gather some intel.”

”The elders in the real world are getting anxious about the matters of the game for some reason, so we have to prepare a few things before the next patch is launched,” he continued before turning to the guys who would be representing them for the next round.

”Hermes, make sure not to go too overboard on the field. We still have to hide your real capabilities from ʼthoseʼ people. We canʼt afford to let them know your true strength at the moment,” he warned while looking at the person, who was silently sitting in the corner of the room.

This person was wearing a loose alchemistʼs robe, indicating his profession. It had a huge hood hanging over his head, hiding his facial features under its shade.

”You donʼt have to repeatedly warn me about it. Isnʼt it the reason why you have not placed in the vanguard position and made me the anchor instead?” said the Mad Alchemist with a lazy tone.

”I am indeed quite interested in those guys from the Empyrean Talons, but I also know my priorities,” he added as he suddenly sat up straight before turning to his commander. ”Just make sure to fulfill your promise.”

”I want to have a rematch with Adept Hands this time, but the Hand of Midas has unfortunately backed out of the tournament!” he complained before clicking his tongue. ”Tsk! Tsk! I thought that this would be a good opportunity to decide who the real number one Alchemist of the game is!”

Everyone shook their heads after hearing those words, knowing that this mad alchemist still could not accept that the title of being the number one alchemist was not given to him by the organizations behind the multiple ranking lists.

Ignoring the complaints of Hermes, Ashura turned to Sheryl and said. ”You will be going second, so make sure to stabilize everything before this crazy guy loses it.”

”Donʼt worry, Commander. I know what to do,” said Sheryl confidently, assuring that she would not lose this time around.

Ashura nodded before turning to the person who would be the vanguard for this round. ”Be careful, Keir. Donʼt get too careless.”

”There is a high chance that you will be facing that strange necromancer at first, so lowering your guard will greatly cost you,” added Lia.

Keir nodded his head. ”Donʼt worry. I know better than anyone how troublesome that guy is. I will immediately go all out once I see him on the field.”

”It is just a pity that I canʼt join you in the Team Competition,” he sighed as he was looking forward to fighting against Shin and the others again.

”It does not matter. The current limit of the Unified Skill is seven members, anyway. With Sir Valeriusʼ return. It is better to have Vulture join the Team competition, especially when he specializes in such battles,” said Lia while turning toward a certain Knight, who was currently doing some maintenance on his shield and sword.

Keir shrugged his shoulders, not saying anything more.

*Ding*

They then heard the notification from the system, telling them that the Group Battle was about to start.

”It is time!” he said before swiftly accepting the summoning of the system.

Immediately after, the three representatives for this round simultaneously disappeared from the room before being sent to the battlefield.

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