Earthling in Uncharted Dimensions

Chapter 125: Drake Godson from Alaqvier Academy

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3 P.M.

71965 Essence harvested.

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The heat was comparatively less penetrating, as Lee felt the clouds pacifying the intense daylight. The twin stars in the sky shone it's light upon the whole planet and brightened the day. Food stalls were set-up by the Typhoon Clan to provide some refreshments for the spectators at a cost of bronze coins. Due to the lesser cost, almost all 23000 baked potatoes got converted to a heap of bronze coins. This was one way through which the hosting party can get an income from the tournament.

When the 302nd match finished, the time was past 3 in the noon. Most matches were knock-outs and instant defeats, but some were very interesting. A few female disciples of Moon Water Sect thrashed their male opponents and broke their limbs even before they could shout out defeat. The rules only restricted fighting after admitting defeat, so breaking their limbs before conceding was within the rule. After every match, the Moon Water Sect disciples would glare at Lee for a moment before exiting the stage. The stare of repulsion was also visible in the eyes of the Iron Shadow Clan and Long Sect.

Mia fought in the 121st match and won against a Typhoon Clan disciple. The air affinity cultivator was slightly perverted and tried to lift Mia's outfit, but her agility helped her evade. She was able to repeatedly confuse the opponent with her nimble movements, and the pervert used his air affinity to disrupt her rhythm. The Typhoon Clan disciple admitted defeat as she strategically closed in on him and placed her katana at his neck. The blade pressed to his neck as he was reluctant to lose. But her intense glare of hate and rage unconsciously gave him a shiver up his spine.

An had to face an inner disciple of the Iron Shadow Clan in the 187th match. But the fight was short lived as that female cultivator underestimated An who had a longsword with her. Unbeknownst of its strength, the Iron Shadow Clan disciple dashed at An. The sword was swung at An's neck and the longsword's blade drew an arc in the air, while cutting the opponent's weapon in two. The cultivator went pale at the aight, but she could not evade An's sidekick which came like a sledgehammer. The kick and loss of confidence finally resulted in trembling limbs and shattered self-esteem. Staring at her sword which had a blade cut in half, she reluctantly admitted defeat while grinding her teeth. An sheathed her sword and walked away, but a lot of eyes had found that luxuriously decorated and mysterious sword as their target to steal. An did not mind those annoyances, as she was confident to keep her own sword safe and sound.

A few wizard disciples of Alaqvier Academy also participated in the tournament. Their unique uniform robes were eye catching, but their skills took a few seconds to chant. One or two among the wizard disciples used Mana to strengthen their physical attributes, so as to evade the strikes of cultivators. Except for one who ran out of Mana and lost composure and concentration, all others won against the cultivators.

Even after almost two hours, Lee was not called for a fight. D assumed that his immense strength had made him a unanimous winner. As Lee too accepted that suggestion, an old man in robe approached him.

"Good day gentleman. Are you the person named Lee?"

"Yes I am."

Lee answered involuntarily even before he could notice the man's face in detail. He was of medium height and was lean. He wore a robe that had black and green threads intertwined and gave off a strange aura. Before exploring further details, D spoiled his observations.

[He is a wizard.]

Lee scanned him from top to bottom as he stood next to him. As there was no hostility arising from him, Lee turned to his female companions and said that he will be back within no time. Hearing this, the trio saw the wizard next to him and scanned the appearance. Their observing stares made the man uncomfortable and asked Lee whether he can spare a few moments with him.

"Okay."

Lee had no reason to deny his request so he stood up from the seat and followed the man. They walked a little away from the chairs and began to converse.

"I was able to know that you have Mana affinity. Is that true?"

"Yes. It is true."

The man introduced himself as Drake Godson, the H.O.D of Spell department in Alaqvier Academy. He extended his right arm, and Lee received a firm handshake. He gave a short introduction about the academy and then enquired about Lee.

"What elemental affinity do you have, son?"

Lee paused for a moment and went into thought as he asked D which one he should tell. D gave him a suitable answer which he was to repeat.

"I do not have an affinity to any element. I can use Fireball, Waterball and Windshots."

Drake was astounded to hear and to come across someone who has no specific affinity. He did not probe any further and ask him about his source of knowledge, but was very much interested in his strength score of 143. He wanted to ask how he did it, but decided not to as curiosity may ruin this talk.

"I came to escort my students and to spectate the matches. Even if you lose, I would like to extend an invite to join the academy. I am here with a few of my students who are participating in the matches. You might have noticed them on stage. Thank you for sparing your time."

Drake gave a warm smile and slightly gave a bow. Lee took his respect appropriately, and bowed his head in response. Just then, an announcement resonated through the air.

"About three decades before, a peak stage Prime Immortal realm cultivator scored 89 in the Mi Stone strength test. The record stayed undefeated until today, when a person with Mana affinity scored 143!!"

The crowd plunged into utter chaos of awe. The silence was totally replaced by loud noises of curiosity. Except for the two clans and sects, all was in astonishment to hear the score 143. The stagnant and discontent aura enveloped around the clan heads and sect leaders as they glanced at the announcer.

"As he did not have any opponents, the rules were slightly changed to 'Anyone who defeats the person is the winner of the tournament'. The rule also added that the unrivalled person can only be on his/her defense. The cultivator was defeated by a Qi Sensing realm cultivator who tricked him to fall into his trap from his blindspot. Thus that cultivator acquired the prize money and the spatial ring.

The same shall be done. The person must try to defend and evade attacks from others while maintaining his position in the arena. Any offensive movement will be counted as defeat. This is not a one-on-one match, but a group event!"

The cultivators went ecstatic and cautious as they heard the announcement. They were happy to hear the favourable change in rules, but were cautious as the person whom they are supposed to attack has a 143 score in the strength test. As they were eagerly waiting, the announcement called for him.

"Lee, please step onto the stage!"