Demon King: Hero, don’t run away!

Tico’s Shield had not yet disappeared when a red light pierced Yang Yu’s palm, coating Yang Yu’s Sword Blade with an orange glow.

Yang Yu swung his Sword Blade, and just as it was about to contact Tico’s Shield, Tico’s Shield’s duration happened to end.

From a distance, it looked as if Yang Yu’s Attack had a shield-breaking effect, effortlessly shattering Tico’s Defense.

Yang Yu’s [Double-sided Slash] swung down, but Tico wasn’t just sitting around; she flashed away from Yang Yu’s Attack with an [Acceleration Circuit].

What Tico didn’t expect was that this drift was all within Yang Yu’s calculations.

Patches of thorns rapidly grew behind Tico, weaving into a crisscrossing net into which Tico crashed headlong.

Yang Yu blocked Tico’s movements by utilizing the movement habits when Tico used [Acceleration Circuit].

Tico quickly released Wind Attribute Magic, aiming to cut through the thorns, but Yang Yu’s sharp blade was already quietly upon her, striking her body.

In this strike, Yang Yu held nothing back, using his full strength.

Seeing a chance to kick Tico off the battling stage, Yang Yu seized the opportunity without mercy, leaving no room for Tico to perform any tricks.

After one strike, not giving Tico a moment to breathe, Yang Yu launched another Attack, firmly grasping the rhythm of the battle into his own hands.

Tico once found a chance to temporarily break away from Yang Yu’s relentless Attack; she tried using no chanting Magic for interference and attempted to set up a Magic Trap like in the previous match.

But unfortunately, these tactics were seen through by Yang Yu and proved ineffective.

Avoid the Attacks she could dodge, and for those she couldn’t, Yang Yu ensured his Life Value was sufficient and used his body to withstand the Attacks.

Before long, Yang Yu regained control of the rhythm, seized the initiative, and continued to suppress Tico.

Tico was a proper Mage, having received orthodox magical education from her parents and her master; facing a warrior like Yang Yu, equipped with assassin-like attributes, yet familiar with all her habits, she had no chance.

After struggling to hold on for a while, Tico was knocked out of the arena by Yang Yu’s unrelenting combo.

Confirming that Tico had indeed landed, the Dragon God Conference referee loudly announced:

”Winner, Yang Yu contestant!”

Stowing away his Shield and Sword, Yang Yu leapt off the match stage and reached out a hand to the fallen Tico.

Taking Yang Yu’s hand, Tico leveraged herself up and patted the dust off her skirt.

She showed no regret or remorse for being knocked out of the arena.

”Worthy of the S-Class adventure group captain.

Previously, just watching from the audience seats, you seemed very impressive.

In actual combat, you’re more formidable than I imagined.

When I saw you beat that Werewolf, I thought, ’If I were to face off, I definitely wouldn’t win.’

I put a lot of effort into overcoming the fear in my heart to stand here, yet I was still defeated so easily by you.”

Saying this, Tico slightly pouted, showing a hint of dissatisfaction.

Yang Yu smiled and timely comforted Tico, instantly dispelling the gloom on her face.

After that, Yang Yu and Tico jointly received Healing.

With permission from the on-site referee, Tico, just like before, took Yang Yu and flew to the audience seats, heading toward Bai Jin and her companions.

Once Yang Yu was seated, Tico waved to him with a smile,

”I’ll be watching the upcoming matches too; good luck.

If it’s boring, you can chat with me; we’re friends after all!

I’ll also tell you some interesting things.

During the Dragon God Conference, you should prepare; I won’t disturb you...

It’s a pity that probably no one from All Things Library will be in the top three, and no one will wait until the official award ceremony is over.

After the Dragon God Conference ends, I might have to leave first.

If you have time, don’t forget to visit me at All Things Library.

I’ve learned a lot about cooking and can entertain you well.

Even though my skills are not very good yet...

But the next time you come, you’ll definitely be amazed.

Unknowingly, I’ve said so much; if I don’t leave, my mother might misunderstand again.”

After speaking, Tico left with a cheerful smile.

Sitting next to Yang Yu, Bai Jin leaned over, lightly hooking Yang Yu’s clothing with her index and thumb.

Yang Yu rarely detected a hint of jealousy from Bai Jin.

Looking sideways at Bai Jin, she pursed her lips, with something she wanted to say but was trying hard to hold back, fearing that her quirky words, which she managed to suppress, might spill out again.

Seeing Bai Jin like this, Yang Yu scratched his chin.

Though he added a little to his charm attribute for ease in communicating with others, it seemed that he accidentally set the charm too high.

Placing his hand on the back of Bai Jin’s hand, he lightly grasped it, giving Bai Jin a reassuring smile to make her feel at ease.

Bai Jin sighed in relief, first feeling ashamed of her jealousy, but after seeing Yang Yu holding her hand, she shyly turned her head away.

Confirming Bai Jin’s jealousy had dissipated, Yang Yu then redirected his attention back to the arena.

As soon as his gaze returned to the field, Yang Yu noticed a fierce stare aimed directly at him.

A young man with lion ears, wearing a Taoist robe, glared at him intently, eyes ablaze with fire.

If he wins this match, this young man will have a chance to battle Yang Yu.

After witnessing Yang Yu’s match with his father, Wan Ze abandoned his former laziness and underwent intensive training unimaginable to ordinary people before the Dragon God Conference started.

”If a genius doesn’t work hard, they will be surpassed by ordinary people,” Wan Ze constantly reminded himself with this phrase.

Opening his Wine Gourd, he took several gulps of liquor, wiped his mouth with his sleeve, having watched several of Yang Yu’s previous matches, he became increasingly eager to face Yang Yu.

Sadly, this match’s main character was not Wan Ze.

The Dragon God Conference progressed to the fifth round; no contestant was easy, victory and defeat becoming obscure as the strength disparity between contestants narrowed.

Wan Ze and his opponent battled through three hundred rounds, fighting head-to-head.

Wan Ze’s race as a Blood Lion endowed him with limitless stamina, allowing him to fight endlessly as long as his will remained unstirred.

Meanwhile, Wan Ze’s opponent, much like Yang Yu, was the type who grew stronger with combat and utilized strategic thinking.

The two fought for a full three hours, only then did Wan Ze’s opponent utilize the broken battling stage to lure Wan Ze out of the arena, ultimately achieving victory in the match.

As the match ended, Wan Ze’s opponent was already soaked in blood, yet he still raised his fist high, declaring his victory.

This is the Dragon God Conference.

No destined rivals that must be faced, nor any second chances.

The Dragon God Conference has always been a realm where the victor is king, and the vanquished become the outcast.

Besides this match, the results of the following two matches also surprised Yang Yu.

From sixteen to eight, everyone constantly revealed new card tricks, making the battles extraordinarily intense, with reversals and counter-reversals frequently occurring.

Time and again, just when you think the tables have turned, the tables are turned back on you.