Popularity is everything; I play a super genius

In the next instant, countless afterimages suddenly converged one after another.

It's like hundreds of tributaries flowing into a dry river.

Like all the abandoned Ayas, they caught up with this moment at the same time!

In the end, all the afterimages stopped in front of Wuma Zero.

They came together to form the one and only her!

There was no pause, no hesitation.

Step, twist your waist, and extend your shoulders—

Use all your energy and speed to throw this punch.

【Fleeting Splendor】!

She finally mastered the Shunka technique that Saki-chan had taught her.

She unleashed light!

That punch landed on Wuma Ling's chest.

The instant the fists made contact, a burst of white light erupted from the point of contact.

Wu Ma Ling's body was lifted up by the force of that punch, his feet left the ground, and he flew backward.

It slammed into the light barrier surrounding the arena, producing a dull thud, and then slowly slid down.

The girl tried to stand up, but couldn't.

So, he readily gave up.

Because Wuma Zero is that kind of person, like a pre-programmed machine.

She will do what she can do without hesitation, and she won't even think about trying what she can't do.

Clearly, at this moment, with her spirit on the verge of collapse, standing up and continuing to fight is something she cannot do.

Wuma Ling just blinked blankly, quietly watching her sister who had defeated her.

He remained in the fist-pumping posture for a moment.

However, the armor could not withstand the burst of her new echo and automatically disintegrated, turning into tiny specks of light that slowly drifted away in the air.

Above the arena, golden fireworks exploded on the large screen, and a fleeting image appeared on the side.

The outcome is decided.

It was a split second that won.

……

No one in the audience expected this outcome.

From Wuma Zero's complete crushing defeat to his sudden outburst, everything happened too fast and too suddenly.

After a long pause, a delayed cheer erupted.

"Holy crap?! Setsuna won???"

"Setsuna won!!!"

"No! It seems like Karentia won't work either?"

"That's it?"

"Our trump card, Su Shidu, hasn't even been used yet, and they're already unable to hold on, hahaha!"

……

Echo Association.

research room.

Professor Qin was already standing by the window, watching the reflection of the sky.

Her expression was no different from usual, still calm and indifferent.

……

On the arena.

As if sensing something, it suddenly looked up.

Her gaze pierced through the sky above the Sea of ​​Spirits, as if she were looking at someone unseen across the void.

She knew that person was watching.

I'm definitely watching.

"You are wrong, Mother."

Her voice was soft, as if she were offering a long-overdue answer on behalf of her abandoned self.

"It is not that the weak do not deserve to have a mother."

"You don't deserve to have a daughter."

"Now--"

"It was I who abandoned you, Mom."

……

Below the ring.

The crowd cheered for the momentary turnaround victory.

However, after the initial joy, Huomu was puzzled:

"Why isn't that guy named Wuma Ling using any armor?"

Upon hearing this, Qi Ji explained, "Because she doesn't know how to wear armor."

"Huh? Isn't she a genius?"

"This has nothing to do with whether you are a genius or not. If you want to unleash your full potential, you must first find your true self."

But she couldn't find it.

……

……

Chapter 116: Saki's Appearance! The Strongest One to Stand Up from a Wheelchair! (4-in-1)

Against the strongest team in Kalentia, City of Fire won two consecutive games.

Immediately, outside the stadium, excited spectators couldn't help but celebrate wildly!

Some cheered, some hugged, and some kissed passionately.

They excitedly vented their emotions, fearing that if they missed this moment, they would never have another chance.

Such a highlight is something that Xinzhi City might not see even once in many years in the Grand Competition!

……

On the stage, Shana showed no intention of leaving.

His gaze swept across to the opposite lounge, preparing to challenge the next opponent.

"That's enough for now," came the voice of Saki Saku from below the arena.

But at that moment, she still wanted to persist: "I can fight again."

"Your response has already exceeded its capacity, hasn't it? You've done enough; leave the rest to us."

"Huh?"

I was stunned for a moment.

Immersed in the joy of finally defeating the "original," she was completely unaware of what was happening.

Only after Qi Ji pointed it out did she suddenly look inward at her core—

As expected, her echo core had dimmed and was in a self-protective, circuit-breaking state.

So, he could only sigh with some regret and turn to walk off the stage.

After stepping off the stage, I immediately discovered that Wuma Ling was still lying on the stage.

She frowned, wondering why Wu Ma Ling's teammates hadn't helped her back to the rest room yet.

But in the next instant, a fireball shot through the air from the opposite lounge and slammed into Wu Ma Ling's severely injured spirit body.

The flames burned silently, and Wuma Ling blinked blankly as her spirit gradually became transparent and disintegrated in the firelight.

"???"

This scene left the people around Qi Ji stunned.

Huo Mu's eyes widened in disbelief: "Aren't they teammates? How come even their own teammates..."

Qi Ji shook his head: "From the moment she joined Kalentia's team, it was destined that both sides would feel that she did not belong to either side."

Witnessing Wu Ma Ling's spirit being burned away bit by bit, his gaze suddenly turned to the opposite side.

A boy with a cloth wrapped around his head was bending down to blow out the flame on his fingertips.

His fist clenched involuntarily in an instant.

Seemingly noticing everyone's gaze, Pierce raised his eyes and spoke casually:

"Alright, the arena is clean now, let's start the next round."

As he spoke, it was as if he were casually emptying a bag of trash.

No, not like that. In Pierce's eyes, Wuma Zero, who lost to the City of Fire, was undoubtedly trash.

They actually lost two members of these country bumpkins from Xinzhi City, which is an utter disgrace!

In his original plan, Carol would have been enough to deal with those five scoundrels.

The results of it?

It's one thing for someone like Wuma Ling to lose, after all, Wuma Ling comes from the City of Fire, and Pierce never thought that this guy could be relied on.

But Carol, as the princess's personal maid, representing the princess's face, should be able to sweep away everything!

However, he was defeated by a mere second-tier girl.

They've completely disgraced the reputation of Karentia!

"Your Highness, please leave the rest to me. I will take care of them all."

Pierce turned to Hilbert, his tone respectful yet confident.

His Highness Hibel's situation in the country is already difficult enough. This expedition to the City of Sin is a rare opportunity for His Highness to salvage some of his reputation.

If Your Highness cannot achieve a complete victory in this competition, then upon returning to the country...

Faced with Pierce's offer, Sibel nodded slightly, hummed in agreement, and then added:

"Please."

The simple phrase "Please" made Pierce straighten his back slightly.

The royal family of Calentia has no shortage of power, resources, or prestige.

But Hilbel had nothing—

Aside from an "ominous" reputation.

Therefore, Pierce followed her.

Not because she is a princess, but because she is Sybel.

Pierce wanted to respond with something rousing, but in the end, he simply knelt on one knee and bowed his head in a standard knightly salute.

He then stood up and walked towards the ring.

Regardless of which of the remaining three will be the next one to appear on the other side.

Because to him, it makes no difference who it is.