Swallowing the Stars: Start with an Enlightenment System

After Baiyuan easily defeated Zizhu, the two were teleported back to the waiting area, where they waited quietly for the rest of the battle to end.

Zizhu glared fiercely at Baiyuan, her eyes filled with resentment and venom, clearly having firmly remembered this grudge.

"Don't think you're anything special just because you won one game by luck. I'll get my revenge for this humiliation sooner or later!"

Upon hearing this, the people around him cast disdainful glances, secretly cursing Zizhu for being shameless. Anyone with eyes could see that the difference in strength between the two was vast, so where did he get the audacity to say such a thing?

Bai Yuan's expression was stern at this moment. He was usually mild-mannered, but that varied from person to person.

He naturally wouldn't give this arrogant guy a friendly look.

"Then let me tell you, that day will never come. From now on, the gap between us will only widen!"

Just as Zizhu was about to lash out, the mocking voices from all around preceded her.

"Wow, some people are really shameless. Don't they even know who's better than them on the field? Do they really think they're something special?"

"Although Baiyuan's fundamental laws cannot compare to those of the top experts, he has at least comprehended two of them, making him stronger than 99% of the people present. How can some people compare to him?"

"Even the top player in the Hundred Source Trial Tower isn't this arrogant. You're quite the drama queen."

It's normal for geniuses to be a little arrogant; who hasn't been conceited in their youth?

Arrogance requires the capital to back it up. Without sufficient strength to support it, it is nothing more than a fig leaf for impotent rage, only making people laugh.

Everyone present was proud and arrogant. Anyone who had reached this point had a certain pride. But pride aside, they understood one thing: a loss is a loss, and a win is a win.

Being unable to accept defeat is truly shameful.

That's why Zizhu's attitude is so disgusting. Even though she was beaten so badly that she had no chance to fight back, she still insisted on saying that she "won by luck," as if that would save her some face.

Zizhu gritted her teeth, but she knew she had angered everyone, and speaking again would only make things worse.

He suppressed all his resentment, but his eyes grew increasingly sinister, as if he had made a mental note of everyone present.

Time ticked by, and the battle on the arena was finally drawing to a close.

When the final match is decided, the top 100 will be officially selected, and these individuals will be qualified to enter the "Secret Realm of Heaven and Earth" of the Virtual Universe Company.

But this is not the end. Next, the top 20 people will be selected from these 100 to compete for the top 10 spots.

Most of the hundred young geniuses standing on the arena tensed up. The joy of their victory had not yet dissipated, and new pressure had already descended. Of the hundred, only twenty could continue.

The Venerable Guiyi stepped forward with a smile and read out the twenty names:

"Baiyuan".

"Time".

"Yaogu".

"Monthly interest."

"Swaru".

……

One name after another was called out; some breathed a sigh of relief, while others clenched their fists.

The lonely soul stood in the crowd, never hearing its own name called.

He was not selected.

But he quickly released his grip and glanced at the twenty people.

He had to admit that each of these people had comprehended two fundamental laws, and he had no guarantee of victory against any of them.

Although his illusion magic is strong, it is not strong enough to overwhelm everything. Even if the opponent can only exert 70% or 80% of their strength, they will probably still be able to suppress him.

"The twenty people selected by the virtual universe system are those I just mentioned." Venerable Guiyi smiled slightly and waved his sleeve lightly.

"Please have these twenty people rest and recover their strength. We will find out when the next battle begins. As for who your opponents are, that will be revealed during the battle."

The twenty people silently retreated to a corner, each sitting cross-legged, closing their eyes and regulating their breathing. No one spoke; only the faint sound of breathing filled the air.

The next round will be a battle for the top ten.

Those who have reached this point are all exceptionally talented, and no one dares to claim a 100% chance of winning. All they can do is adjust their condition to its best and wait for that battle to arrive.

In the corner, someone patted Gu Hong on the shoulder.

"Congratulations, Lonely Soul, you've made it into the top 100."

"Only one hundred." Lonely Soul twitched the corner of his mouth, his gaze falling on the twenty people. "I thought I could break into the top twenty."

"It is a bit of a pity." The man followed his gaze.

"But there's nothing we can do about it. When it comes to comprehending the fundamental laws, you're indeed not as good as them. There are a few people whose mental power is stronger than yours, but they're on the path of the controller."

The lonely soul gave a bitter laugh: "Are you here to comfort me, or to mock me?"

"Haha, don't take it to heart. At least you made it into the top 100. Me? I didn't even get close to the top 100. I'm much worse off than you."

A moment later, the matchmaking results for the arena battle were finally announced.

"Baiyuan, versus Swaru."

"Time versus Moon's Breath."

"Yaogu, fight against Pang Yun."

……

As soon as the list was announced, Swaru's gaze fell on that name, and his heart sank slightly.

The opponent I least wanted to encounter, I just happened to run into.

He had witnessed Baiyuan's swordsmanship before. His style of becoming stronger the more he fought was like a tidal wave, layer upon layer. Once he unleashed it, it was difficult to suppress.

His expertise in shield techniques lacks the sharp means to disrupt the opponent's rhythm, and the longer the game drags on, the slimmer his chances of winning become.

Swaru took a deep breath and slowly exhaled, his gaze gradually calming down from its initial seriousness.

Since we can't avoid it, let's fight.

Having come this far, losing isn't shameful; being able to fight against such an opponent is a valuable experience in itself.

Just then, a voice suddenly came to my ear.

"Your shield technique is very powerful. If you have time, could you teach me?"

Swaru paused for a moment, then turned to look. Baiyuan was standing not far away, a sincere smile on his face, his eyes showing no arrogance, but rather as if he were genuinely seeking advice.

The moment of surprise was only a second before Swaru burst into laughter.

"Of course, but let's finish this battle first."

"Okay, be careful."

The battle blade shot out, its sharp edge slashing straight towards Svor.

However, a deafening roar followed.

Swaru held shields in both hands, the two huge shields standing crossed like an insurmountable iron wall.

The blade struck the shield hard, and violent energy scattered and surged, but the shield remained unmoved, not even showing a crack, and the force could not penetrate it.

Baiyuan's unparalleled control over power was actually blocked.

His gaze fell on the two shields, a look of solemnity appearing in his eyes, which then transformed into a burning fighting spirit.

"Indeed, it's not simple." Bai Yuan said softly, his tone not showing any frustration, but rather a hint of excitement like someone who has just caught a prey.

"Your shield technique is far superior to mine."

Swaru didn't reply, but simply lowered his shield slightly, assuming a defensive stance.

His breathing was steady, and his eyes were calm. He had taken that slash, but he had also clearly felt the long-lasting force hidden in that sword technique.

"My understanding of the laws is slightly stronger than his. As long as I find the right opportunity to counterattack, I can deliver a fatal blow. I might not be without a chance of victory!"

Having reached this point, Swaruk naturally couldn't just rely on passive defense. His offensive skills were equally impressive, though compared to other geniuses, his offensive prowess was rather average and lacked flair.

But when it really comes down to it, his hidden killer move can still be deadly.

Author eoiUFz presents "Swallowing the Stars: Starting with an Enlightenment System," exclusively released for the first time!