“It’s indeed a mid-stage Gray Wolf!”
Opposite, Luo Geng licked his lips and summoned his Phantom Spirit, which turned out to be an Iron Claw Wolf with steel-like claws and fangs!
“Woof!”
As soon as it appeared, the wolf bared its fangs at the Gray Wolf, showing extreme aggression.
Luo Geng wasn’t of the Dongfang clan, so naturally couldn’t receive proper cultivation resources. Within a month, he hadn’t managed to advance his Iron Claw Wolf, which was still at the initial juvenile stage, equivalent to the mid-stage of ordinary breeds.
Despite this, he had cultivated the Iron Claw Wolf quite well, even to the brink of evolution!
“This is so tragic… Big Gray looks pitifully skinny…,”
Below the arena, Dongfang Dieyu appeared regretful, “I should have let him stay with Xiao Bai earlier. He wouldn’t have been starved like this…”
“Good…”
Wu Ming observed this scene, especially noting that the Third Elder’s position showed no abnormalities, and inwardly nodded in approval, “Excellent! We’ve even deceived the Jang and Suryeong-level Spirit Tamers.”
When the Gray Wolf evolved into Big Gray Wolf, Dongfang Ao had already started his journey back, so naturally Wu Ming didn’t reveal this matter.
And now Big Gray Wolf’s condition was, of course, because it had undergone another evolution and even gained a special ability.
A glimmer shone in his eyes:
[Big Gray Wolf (Perfect Form)]
[Racial Rank: Ordinary Breed (Crimson)]
[Racial Bonus: None]
[Attribute: Ghost]
[Stage: Peak Juvenile]
[Talent: Wild Heart]
[Phantom Art: Illusory Shape and Stealthy Breath]
[Enhancements: Advanced Claws, Mid-tier Fur Defense, Mid-tier Regeneration]
[Status: Healthy]
…
After Wu Ming’s cultivation, the Big Gray Wolf finally developed an attribute, and even a very rare Ghost attribute!
Moreover, it had even mastered a minor phantom art!
“The ability of Illusory Shape and Stealthy Breath… At present, it can conceal the aura of two minor stages and change its body shape… At its current Peak Juvenile stage, when using the phantom art, it transforms into a mid-stage Gray Wolf form…”
Wu Ming felt somewhat speechless.
This phantom art had extremely powerful practical effects and was very convenient for ambushes, but why did it feel so sinister?
“Could it be inspired by seeing me silently eliminate Dongfang Jie? Lead by example! Lead by example… Sigh…”
He shook his head inwardly. Using it now was an experiment on this phantom art ability.
“Hmm… At first glance, even the First Elder didn’t detect any abnormality… Although this might also be him holding back or simply not caring…”
“And once the battle starts, the deception will inevitably reveal its flaws… Overall, it’s just a convenient but mediocre skill!”
Compared to this phantom art, Wu Ming was more delighted about the Big Gray Wolf’s attribute ability.
Reaching perfect form with an attribute as a stepping stone meant that the Big Gray Wolf’s potential had already reached its peak! The foundation had been solidly laid, the depth sufficient, so when advancing to the War Beast rank, it would surely soar!
“Even if your Gray Wolf has advanced to mid-stage, so what? Iron Claw Wolf! Attack!”
Luo Geng shouted, and the Iron Claw Wolf licked its claws and lunged fiercely.
“Finish it off! But don’t kill it outright!”
Wu Ming’s expression remained calm as he issued commands.
The Gray Wolf lazily stepped forward, seemingly disdainfully turning away as the charging Iron Claw Wolf approached, its tail lashing out.
Smack!
Wolves are said to have copper heads, iron claws, and broom tails, meaning their tails can sweep like iron brooms.
If ordinary beasts are like this, Phantom Spirits are naturally even more extraordinary!
Bang!
The Iron Claw Wolf was swatted flying, shaking its head dazedly, clearly having suffered a heavy fall.
“How is this possible? Iron Claw Wolf, attack again!”
Luo Geng screamed hysterically, his face twisted with rage.
“Awooooo!”
The Iron Claw Wolf shook its head, circled around the Gray Wolf, its eyes flashing with ferocity, and lunged again.
Smack!
The Gray Wolf answered with another sweep, this time even harder, sending the Iron Claw Wolf sprawling on its back. The Gray Wolf stepped forward, placing a paw on the Iron Claw Wolf’s head, howling in triumph.
“What?!”
“Did I see that right?!”
On the stands, many Dongfang clan members rubbed their eyes: “A Gray Wolf is dominating an Iron Claw Wolf? Both are mid-stage, so the Iron Claw Wolf should have the advantage! Could I have misjudged, and this isn’t an ordinary Gray Wolf but some other breed?”
“Brother Ming’s Gray Wolf is amazing!”
On the arena, Dongfang Dieyu cheered, while the other youths exchanged astonished glances.
After all, anyone with half a brain could see this was no longer a balanced fight, but outright bullying and humiliation!
“Alright, I hereby announce…”
The referee cleared his throat, preparing to step onto the arena.
“Wait a minute!” Luo Geng’s face turned red: “I haven’t lost yet! I will continue fighting! How can this little brat defeat me?”
His persistence seemed to have some miraculous effect.
In the middle of the arena, the Gray Wolf leaped back, watching as the Iron Claw Wolf began to emit a glowing aura.
“This is… evolution! Haha! My Iron Claw Wolf has advanced to mid-stage!”
Luo Geng was ecstatic.
A low-stage Iron Claw Wolf could only match a mid-stage Gray Wolf, but a mid-stage Iron Claw Wolf had the strength of a high-stage Gray Wolf.
“Has it turned around?”
“Counterattack! It must be that Luo Geng had already cultivated the Iron Claw Wolf to perfection, right at the edge of evolution. Now, his fighting spirit must have inspired the Iron Claw Wolf, catalyzing its evolution! Amazing! Truly amazing!”
“You see that… This is a classic example of failure! Remember this in the future: when you gain an advantage, you must press the attack relentlessly and give your enemy no chance to catch their breath!”
Some Spirit Tamers even used Wu Ming as a cautionary tale to educate the younger generation.
“Damn… My spirit coins!”
On the stands, Dongfang Yue waved her betting ticket, her face twisted with rage: “Dongfang Shuoming! If you dare to lose, I’ll tear you apart!”
“Hehe… Didn’t expect Luo Geng, merely a servant, could cultivate his Phantom Spirit to mid-stage… The First Elder’s faction truly produces talents!”
Second Elder Dongfang Er chuckled from the main platform.
“This young man is indeed exceptional. We should consider increasing our investment in him in the future…”
Although Wu Ming was vaguely affiliated with the Third Elder’s faction, Dongfang Tie still commented coldly and impartially.
“Now talking about this… It’s still too early!”
The First Elder Dongfang Ying looked at the Gray Wolf in the arena, his face briefly showing a strange expression.
…
“Haha… Iron Claw Wolf, attack!”
The mid-stage Iron Claw Wolf’s claws and fangs were even longer, its wounds healed, its fighting spirit soaring. With a fierce expression, it lunged.
The Gray Wolf still showed disdain, arrogantly flicking its tail.
Smack!
The Iron Claw Wolf was once again sent spinning, collapsing onto the arena floor.
“What?!”
Luo Geng’s eyes bulged.
“Fool! Did you think I didn’t know your Iron Claw Wolf was on the verge of evolution?”
Wu Ming’s cold voice came: “I wanted you to feel despair first, then hope, and finally taste the bitterness of defeat. This kind of revenge is the most moving!”
“I don’t believe it! I don’t believe it! Iron Claw Wolf, attack again!”
Luo Geng’s eyes were bloodshot, like a desperate gambler who had lost everything.
Smack! Boom!
Unsurprisingly, even though the Iron Claw Wolf had advanced to mid-stage, against the peak juvenile Big Gray Wolf, it still had no advantage.
Before the entire clan, it soon became a spectacle of the Big Gray Wolf mercilessly dominating the fight.
“What the… Did I see that right? Even after evolving, it still can’t win?!”
“Is this still a Gray Wolf? I must be dreaming!”
On the stands, countless people were about to pop their eyes out.
“Close call! Close call!”
Dongfang Yue wiped cold sweat from her forehead: “Damn you, Dongfang Shuoming! Just a little more, and I would have torn up my betting slip…”
“It’s time! End this once and for all!”
In the arena, at Wu Ming’s signal, the Gray Wolf became a black streak, rushing forward swiftly.
“No!”
Luo Geng screamed in agony, the referee lunged to stop it, but it was too late.
“Roar!”
Amidst a mighty wolf howl, gray light enveloped the Gray Wolf, and in an instant, a massive wolf the size of a horse emerged!
This wolf had dark gray fur, claws and fangs gleaming with sharp brilliance, a ring of soft fur around its neck, noble and magnificent like an alpha wolf, exuding a high juvenile stage aura!
Boom!
The wolf paw came down, breaking bones and penetrating the brain, and the Iron Claw Wolf didn’t even have time to cry out before its skull shattered and it died instantly!
“My Iron Claw Wolf… Ugh!”
With his contract Phantom Spirit killed, Luo Geng’s face turned pale, two streams of blood flowing from his nose as he suddenly spat a mouthful of blood and fainted.
This injury wasn’t just physical but also a soul wound. This somewhat promising talent had now been crippled to a large extent!
“Awooooo!!!”
The Big Gray Wolf stepped on the Iron Claw Wolf’s corpse, suddenly letting out a long howl that shook the entire arena, silencing everyone.
“What?!”
On the main platform, Dongfang Xiong stood up: “A high juvenile stage Big Gray Wolf? Was that… a phantom art to hide its aura?”
“Correct!”
Dongfang Tie murmured: “Actually cultivating a Phantom Spirit to high juvenile stage, even evolving into a Big Gray Wolf and mastering phantom arts! This youth’s talent is astounding, and… this Big Gray Wolf’s potential must also be top-tier, a pity…”
Even though Wu Ming’s Gray Wolf was exceptionally talented, it was still just an exceptionally talented Gray Wolf. The limitation of being an ordinary breed still loomed like a mountain over the Big Gray Wolf.
This was also why Wu Ming deliberately ordered the Big Gray Wolf to reveal its strength.
Rather than letting other clan members suspect and secretly test him, it was better to openly expose his strength and eliminate their covetousness.
After all, if someone truly wanted to investigate, with the world’s detection Phantom Spirits, what secrets could the Big Gray Wolf still keep?
“The winner! Dongfang Shuoming!”
The referee ordered two people to carry Luo Geng away, looking at Wu Ming with a serious expression: “Young man, you went too far…”
“The clan rules state that in minor duels, death is not prohibited. Did I violate any rules?”
Wu Ming countered sharply, leaving the referee speechless.
He wasn’t someone with a good temper. If you repay kindness with malice, how can you repay malice with kindness? Luo Geng was a vicious dog; if not eliminated early, he would eventually bite someone.
Now, it was just the beginning!
Wu Ming stepped down from the arena, scanning the crowd. Dongfang Song’s face was pale and he shrank back, lowering his head. The other youths also dared not meet his gaze.
“This is how to establish a fearsome reputation and authority… Of course, there will be side effects!”
He turned his head and immediately met Dongfang Ba’s gloomy gaze.
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