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Chapter 125, Section 124: A Mortal Body, Comparable to Level 5

"Clang!"

A sharp metallic clang exploded in Gu Yuan's ears, and the stray sparks that shot out almost burned his skin.

In the spacious training ground, at the command of the goddess Astraea, Ryu's figure suddenly blurred and transformed into a gust of wind.

In the next instant, a barrage of dense, rain-like slashes enveloped Gu Yuan's vital points!

The wooden sword in her hand tore through the air at extreme speed, leaving only afterimages, carrying an undeniable determination.

This is not a sword technique intended to kill, but purely to test the limits of reaction and defensive capabilities.

As an elite member of the Astrea Familia, bearing the name of justice, she cannot and will not be defeated by someone of unknown origin.

"Oh? You're going all out right from the start?"

Gu Yuan's voice showed no urgency whatsoever, and even carried a hint of leisure.

With a slight movement of his body and a light step, he dodged several fierce attacks.

Upon seeing this, Liu frowned slightly.

"Going all out, no, that's not it."

In the brief moment their figures crossed paths at high speed, her whisper reached Gu Yuan's ears clearly, accompanied by a renewed surge in sword speed and power:

"I just don't know your background. You must be a nobleman from some country, otherwise you wouldn't be able to wield such a high-level sword."

"But unfortunately, background and wealth don't explain everything."

"If you can't even handle an attack of this magnitude, then even if you join us, you won't be able to uphold justice in future battles!"

Before she could finish speaking, her offensive changed again!

With light footsteps, his figure seemed to split into many, using his extreme speed to create brief phantoms that attacked Gu Yuan's vitals from all directions simultaneously.

The high-speed movement generated a sharp whistling airflow, stirring up the fine dust deposited on the ground.

"In Orario today, darkness is stirring, and the weakest of our enemies are at least Iv2."

"The gap in strength may be made up for with equipment and strategy, but when it comes to reaction and speed, a slight difference can lead to a life-or-death crisis."

"I can't let a foreign player who can't keep up with the pace drag down the whole team and put everyone in unnecessary danger."

Egg!

The sharp sword wind hissed and finally tore a piece of Gu Yuan's clothes for the first time.

However, at that very moment, the relaxed look in Gu Yuan's eyes slightly faded, and his gaze became somewhat sharp.

He no longer simply parried and dodged, as if he had roughly figured out Ryuna's dazzling fighting rhythm.

"Yeah?"

He spotted a tiny, almost nonexistent gap and slashed out with his longsword with a seemingly slow but actually swift motion.

When Ryuna's wooden sword, which should have been aimed precisely at the target, touched it, it felt as if it had struck a moving steel wall!

"Hmm!"

An overwhelming and terrifying power suddenly emanated from the sword, completely exceeding her expectations and limits of endurance.

Her swordplay was involuntarily disrupted, her mid-stance suddenly became chaotic, and she almost completely collapsed.

"So heavy! This—?!"

Alarm bells rang in Liu's heart. Her fighting instincts made her leap backward without hesitation, trying to dissipate the terrifying force. After landing, she steadied herself, but her wrist holding the sword went numb and stinging, almost making her lose consciousness.

Looking down, I saw that the fair skin at the base of my thumb had been torn open, and bright red blood was flowing down my palm!

The sight that came into view caused her deep blue pupils to contract slightly, and she found it hard to accept for a moment.

Was it merely a parry and counterattack?

I'm a level 3 adventurer!

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"Yes, he's injured. Just as I expected."

Gu Yuan did not pursue, but instead triggered a certain idea.

He glanced thoughtfully at the intact ground beneath his feet, stomped on it twice, making a thumping sound.

I sensed it just now; this training ground isn't as simple as it seems on the surface.

The surface is rock, and underneath, some areas appear to be some kind of tough metal.

As expected, the tip of the sword in one hand suddenly turned and pointed downwards lightly, seemingly casually.

Boom! !

Rocks flew everywhere! A dull yet powerful thud exploded out, echoing throughout the entire training ground!

The steel buried underground to stabilize the site had a clear crater centered on the point where the sword tip landed!

Gu Yuan nodded in satisfaction; it was merely a dent, indicating that the material was indeed extraordinary.

Compared to his composure, several young women from the clan watching the match in the stands couldn't sit still any longer.

"What?! The steel—it's dented?!"

"Are you kidding me—isn't that something only a first-tier adventurer could do in a 1v5 situation?!"

Down in the audience, Ryu was startled by this sudden turn of events, and his attack came to a complete halt.

She stared at the crack, a wave of shock and disbelief washing over her.

Was it a deliberate display of force?

Are these really ordinary humans who have never received "divine grace"?!

She subconsciously raised her head and looked at the goddess in the main stand, seeking an answer.

Clearly, this test has far exceeded initial expectations.

"Yay~"

"Goddess Astraea" quickly reached out and covered her lips.

A hint of surprise belatedly surfaced in her eyes, which had always been able to see through the true nature of all living beings in the lower realms.

Then, a gentle voice reached the ears of everyone present:

"I'm sorry, kids."

"While my eyes can see his uniqueness, I cannot accurately measure the astonishing 'potential' hidden within him."

"However, there is one thing I am certain of."

"He was very 'clean,' untouched by the aura of any other deity."

All the gods know that bestowing "favor" means that the gods will draw sacred words in their own blood and inscribe them on the backs of their followers.

Even if they eventually leave the clan and the divine runes disappear, the residual aura of the divine blood will linger for a long time.

Gu Yuan did not bear such a mark. Therefore, the goddess who governs justice felt a quiet ripple in her heart.

She couldn't help but recall her friend Loki boasting about the talents of his children: "Our little dwarf, Grice, could take down a level 1 adventurer with his bare hands even before he received any favors!"

So, what kind of amazing existence will this young man, who can shake solid steel with a single blow, grow into once he receives the nourishment of "Blessing"?

With that thought in mind, Astraea sat up straight and began to look forward to it.

Perhaps, on the road to fighting darkness, justice has truly received an unexpected and powerful ally.

Upon hearing the goddess's definitive answer in the training ground, the last trace of hesitation in Liu's heart was completely dispelled.

She took a deep breath, suppressed her surging emotions, and resumed her sword stance.

His aura began to rise steadily, becoming sharper and more powerful than before!

The oppressive feeling in the air suddenly intensified.

Gu Yuan felt the opponent's aura surge like a sword being drawn from its sheath, and a barely perceptible smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.

No need for further words, the battle begins again!

However, the gap in strength cannot be bridged by determination alone.

Even after Liu lifted the restrictions and exerted all her strength, she could not shake Gu Yuan's unfathomable, mountain-like power.

After only three moves, she felt a blur before her eyes, and then a tremendous force far exceeding the previous one struck her again, striking the hilt of her sword with pinpoint accuracy and knocking it from her hand!

The wooden sword was tossed high into the air, spinning in an arc before finally embedding itself helplessly in the ground some distance away.

With the sword still in hand, victory or defeat is already decided!

Seeing this, the goddess Astrea slowly rose to her feet.

She watched Ryu stand there, silently glancing at her still-bleeding hand, "Ryo—..."

With a worried look on her face, Alexie immediately jumped down from the stands and rushed towards Ryu, wanting to comfort her companion.

Astraea glanced at it and sighed regretfully.

However, she believes these strong children can manage their emotions.

The most urgent task is to welcome the new member, who strolled down from the stands and came to stand before Gu Yuan:

"Congratulations on your victory. Come with me."

Time was of the essence. The dark faction was growing increasingly rampant, and she had to bestow her favor immediately so that this power could be used for justice as soon as possible. Gu Yuan nodded, sheathed his sword, and quickly followed.